Handicraft Classics

Dear users, dear authors,
there are patterns that you simply have to have and make yourself.
There’s no way around it, because these patterns are so well-known and popular that you have to have made them yourself to be able to join the conversation.
Here in this thread you can get a first overview; you’ll find more suitable patterns among the bestsellers on Crazypatterns.

@Autoren,
please only present patterns here that have at least 100 sales.
Link, image and text as well as material info, technique info, difficulty level info and information about what makes the pattern special must be included.

Please really only present patterns that have at least 100 sales.



Granny Table Runner / Click here 

Home Table Runner / Click here 



These two table runners are absolute classics and beautiful any time of year!
Whether as a gift or for yourself!

For both, you’ll need Schachenmayr Catania yarn; the specific quantities are listed in the patterns!

Both patterns are definitely beginner-friendly,
as they’re described in detail and illustrated;
the “Home” table runner pattern also includes charts!

Now have fun crocheting! 

“Tausendschön” is a wonderfully large, beautiful crochet shawl.

Thanks to its slightly asymmetrical shape, it can be worn in a variety of ways. Tiny flowers, which also gave the shawl its name, are crocheted on as you go and are the highlight!

The shawl can be made using yarns of various weights. The size is also fully adjustable.

Materials needed:

• approx. 1,500 meters of 3- to 4-ply yarn (e.g. lace yarn, a gradient yarn cake, or sock yarn)
• crochet hook, size 3–4
• sewing needle
• scissors
• kitchen scale (to calculate yarn usage)
• a little spray starch, if needed

Only basic crochet skills are needed for this shawl, so the pattern is perfect for beginners.
A photo tutorial shows how to crochet the flowers.

Finished dimensions: approx. 184 x 90 cm (but it can also be made smaller or larger).
The pattern is 12 pages long and includes written instructions as well as charts, a schematic drawing, and a photo tutorial.
Difficulty level: easy.

And the best part: For a limited time, you can save up to 25% on the pattern price.

==> Click here and get this best-selling pattern!

   

The Shire—home of the hobbits from Tolkien’s *The Lord of the Rings*—is the inspiration for this pretty knitted shawl, which is worked from the top down.

The semicircular shape is created by increases along the edge and in the center section; stitch markers should be placed for better clarity.

Small beaded tassels can be attached to the tips of the shawl, but since this isn’t mandatory and everyone can decide according to their own taste, I haven’t gone into further detail about it in the pattern.

Materials needed:

• 2–4-ply yarn (lace or sock weight), possibly even thicker, approx. 600–800 meters
• Circular knitting needle, 3–4 mm
• Sewing needle for weaving in the ends
• Stitch markers (2 pieces to mark the center stitches as described in the pattern)

The pattern is 10 pages long and includes written instructions, detailed charts, and a diagram. It’s easy to follow for both beginners and experienced knitters.
Difficulty level: easy to medium.

==> Click here to get the best-selling pattern. 

An absolute classic is the dog "Waldemar". This cute bone hunter is approx. 17 cm tall when made with the specified hook size (2.5).

Click here to go directly to the pattern:


Materials:

• approx. 85 grams of yarn (depending on yardage and weight), e.g. Catania by Schachenmayr
• crochet hook size 2.5
• possibly 2 googly eyes/safety eyes/buttons or similar
• stuffing
• possibly 1 button

This adorable set is a beautiful eye-catcher. The pattern includes 2 sizes for the jacket and the matching hat. Whether as a vest or with long
sleeves, it can be made completely individually.

Sizes:

• Size 50/56
• Size 62/68

This set is also available in size 86/92 in my shop.



Click here to go directly to the pattern:


Required materials:

• For size 50/56 approx. 240 g yarn for needle size 3-4 (here for the cuffs "Bravo by Schachenmayr" with a yardage of 133 m/50 g and for the jacket "Magic Light" by Ice Yarns with a yardage of 360 m/100 g)
• For size 62/68 approx. 350 g yarn for needle size 3-4 (here for the cuffs "Bravo by Schachenmayr" with a yardage of 133 m/50 g and for the jacket "Soft Baby Magic Purple" by Ice Yarns with a yardage of 230 m/100 g)
• Crochet hook size 3.5
• 3 buttons, 1.5 - 2 cm diameter

My classics and also my personal favorites....

The Othello family :-)
Looks like the kids have pounced on Mom and Dad. A fluffy family to love.


https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/17775/haekelanleitung-schnuffelhund-othello

The large dog is crocheted with acrylic (approx. 210g - 50g/133m) and the little ones with cotton yarn (approx. 95g - 100g/530m), chain stitches, single crochet, half double crochet. Increases and decreases, and then Othello is actually quick to crochet. Every amigurumi lover is sure to have some stuffing, a long blunt needle, and you can either use teddy bear eyes or embroider them on. From 50 cm (standing) to 23 cm...or somewhere in between if you use different yarn.
From beginner to pro....everyone loves Othello :-)


  

For all cat fans and dog lovers. A cute way to use up leftover yarn. As a keychain or bag charm. 
10 - 20 g leftover wool/yarn, the matching crochet hook (2-3), some stuffing and, if desired, two small eyes if you don’t want to embroider them on. Chain stitches, single crochet, increases and decreases. Then the charm is pretty much finished :-) Anyone who has crocheted now and then will enjoy making the cat and/or the dog. 
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/16153/haekelanleitung-schluesselanhaenger-taschenbaumler-hund

https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/16856/haekelanleitung-schluesselanhaenger-katze




https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/13155/haekelanleitung-emil

A favorite in every child’s room. Cuddly friend by day, protector by night. Emil, the little hero to love :-)
Approx. 120 g wool, 1 hook, stuffing and 2 eyes. Single crochet, half double crochet and double crochet. Anyone who has crocheted an amigurumi now and then will have no trouble with Emil. 
Get started right away—the delighted children’s eyes will thank you.


Have fun crocheting :-) 

The absolute highlight in my shop is Seppl Sleepyhead.
His favorite thing is his little bear comfort blanket. So get him quickly, because he would also love to cuddle with you. :)

You will receive a detailed 41-page pattern with lots of photos to follow along. The doll is approx. 36 cm tall.

The PDF includes the pattern for the doll, the sleep overall, the pom-pom hat, the comfort blanket, the pacifier, as well as the bear slippers.

Also suitable for ambitious beginners click here to go to Seppl

Who wouldn’t want to go to bed with such a cute little sheep? Its eyes are already closed, and it’s just humming a little lullaby to itself.
You can add a music box to the lamb’s belly; if you use the suggested fluffy yarn, it will play your very own favorite melody.
The little sheep is very easy to crochet because only single crochet stitches are used. But you should perhaps have worked with fluffy yarn before. Otherwise, any other yarn will work too. The size of the lamb will then depend on its thickness.
You can find the pattern here.

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A true classic from my shop is the

quick-to-sew reading pillow

Everyone—whether a sewing beginner or an experienced sewist—can quickly whip up one (or lots of) wonderful reading pillows from a piece of fabric.
The reading pillow is also always a perfect hit as a special gift.

A classic among shawls for beginner knitters is the Magnolia Shawl.




It’s made with a gradient yarn cake, worked in garter stitch (both right-side and wrong-side rows are knit stitches), knitted from top to bottom, with increases on both sides and in the center, a neat edge finish, loosely cast off—and you’ve got a beautiful, large, cozy shawl.

The shawl’s appeal lies in its simplicity and the yarn’s color gradient. The pattern is also great for using up leftover yarn. There are no limits to your creativity. You can find exactly what you need to make this project here . If you still have questions, I’m happy to help.

And the best part is, until March 31, there’s a 30% discount on many patterns in my shop. Be sure to stop by.

Best regards,

Christa

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You simply have to have the Knobblys ♥
These cute little bag charms are perfect as small gifts, keychains, or little pick-me-ups...
They’re quick to crochet with just a little cotton yarn and are also suitable for crochet beginners.

Marie & Mattis Beetles are a spring highlight ♥
They bring warmth to your heart and are perfect for cuddling and giving as gifts ♥
The crochet pattern is very detailed and suitable even for ambitious crochet beginners.
When seated, the two beetles are about 20 cm tall.

Crochet Pattern Marie Käfer

THE mini shopper for little princesses ♥
Of course, it’s also perfect for Easter as an Easter egg collecting bag ♥
The detailed crochet pattern guides you step by step to a dream result!
Also suitable for crochet beginners.
The little bag is about 20 cm wide, 13 cm tall (without handles), and 8 cm deep.

Mini Shopper Crochet Pattern

Baby Traditional Knit Cardigan Size 50/56, including gauge conversion chart


(Click the image to purchase/download)

...THE classic traditional style in miniature...
For this easy-to-knit baby traditional cardigan, you’ll need approx. 100 g of yarn with approx. 150 m per 50 g, e.g. Zimba Top by Schoeller+Stahl in classic traditional grey, plus 50 g (or leftover yarn) of Regia 4-ply in traditional green for the edging, size 3.0 knitting needles and, if needed, a size 3–3.5 crochet hook for the decorative foundation chain on the placket.

• The PDF pattern contains 15 images.
  
  
• You’ll also receive an Excel spreadsheet to quickly convert your gauge to your desired size (applicable to all knitted/crocheted pieces). This requires a spreadsheet program such as Excel or LibreOffice (available as a free download online).

Basic knitting skills are required (i.e. they are not illustrated).

Links and tips for learning to knit and crochet can be found on my website https://swollkoerberl.jimdo.com/ under the “Free Downloads and Links” section.

Required knitting skills: long-tail cast-on, knit stitches, bind off, increase stitches (from the strand between stitches), yarn over (for the buttonholes), knit 2 stitches together.

By the way: This jacket can also be knitted as a vest without sleeves (in that case, crochet around the armholes once in green using single crochet stitches).

Conversion Table for Yarn Quantity, Alternative Yarn for Knitting and Crochet



(To purchase/download, please click the image)

This is an Excel spreadsheet for converting a yarn quantity from the “original yarn” to an “alternative yarn” of your choice.

Example:
The original yarn specified in your pattern has a yardage of 85 m per 50 g. According to the instructions there, you need 600 g of this “original yarn” for your size. But you would like to make your item in a different yarn (= alternative yarn). This yarn you have chosen has a yardage of 70 m per 50 g skein. You enter this information into the Excel spreadsheet and immediately receive the required quantity of your chosen yarn in skeins and grams.

A gauge swatch is always advisable. To determine the number of stitches needed for your individual knitted piece, as a bonus the simple version of my Excel conversion table for your gauge is included.

Technical note:
My Excel spreadsheets are based on calculated formulas and therefore require a spreadsheet program to open them, such as Excel or a free program available for download on the internet, such as LibreOffice. (The calculations would not work in PDF format.)
Then the file can be opened with a double-click.

Sometimes the white input fields in Excel spreadsheets cannot be changed, and the message “Protected View” appears at the top of the screen — then please click “Enable Editing”.

Wishing you lots of fun with all your projects.

Knitted Poncho/Stole, Featherlight - Very Easy

Ideal for the transitional seasons and for taking along (on trips)


(To purchase/download, please click the image)

This is a brief PDF pattern for a featherlight and very easy-to-knit poncho in one size made from just 100 g of KidSilk (Austermann). The pattern includes the preview image.

These basic knitting skills are enough:
casting on stitches, edge stitch (your favorite edge stitch), knit and purl stitches, bind off.
You’ll find links and tips for learning to knit and crochet on my website https://swollkoerberl.jimdo.com/      under the section “Free Downloads and Links.”


By the way: The poncho can also be knitted nicely as a warm outdoor poncho with thick yarn, 100 g - 100 m, with needle size 8.0. Required amount of yarn approx. 700 g. The stitch count always depends on your individual gauge. A new printable PDF table for looking up the corresponding stitch count, as well as further calculation aids, is available here (click me).

Even though spring has already begun and the first buds are sprouting, it’s still a little cold outside. And children in particular still like wearing a hat.

With this crochet pattern, you can crochet this hat in all kinds of colors. Thanks to the bottom-up crochet method, the cuff can be easily adjusted to any head circumference. This means you can use any yarn weight, of course including lighter summer yarn.

The pattern includes many pictures, and the hat can therefore also be made easily by beginners.

You can find more information about the stitches used, the required materials, and the crochet pattern here: Crochet pattern for a beanie

A simple girls’ vest—but really spiced up by the trim!
This vest has no button placket at all—so it’s designed to be worn open.

This pattern is designed for sizes 116–122 .

However, the included schematic and gauge make it easy to work any size!

For more details, simply click on the image below. 

A beautiful set consisting of a hat, cowl, and wrist warmers in merino quality.
Worked in a simple yet sophisticated lace pattern.

The hat is designed for a head circumference of approx. 50-53 cm.
The cowl has a circumference of approx. 80 cm.
The length of the wrist warmers is about 16 cm.

A detailed description guides you through the entire knitting process.
For clarification, you’ll find 3 charts in the knitting chart in the pattern.

Gauge is included as always—for any adjustments!

For more details, just click on the image below.

This beautiful knitted triangular shawl has become legendary in knitting circles.

Thanks to its asymmetrical shape, the shawl can be draped around the neck in many different ways, and the eye-catching vine of leaves makes it an absolute showstopper, an effect that can be further enhanced by adding tassels.

Materials needed:

• approx. 700 - 900 meters of sock-weight yarn (approx. 150 – 250 grams)
• circular knitting needle size 3 - 4.0 mm
• sewing needle
• stitch markers
• cable needle if needed
• beads for the tassels if desired

The pattern is written in an easy-to-understand way; it includes detailed charts (not a written-out pattern!), as well as a schematic drawing and a link to a video tutorial for binding off using the I-cord method.
Intermediate difficulty level.

==> Click here and get the bestselling pattern!

 

A real little highlight in springtime are these pretty egg cozies "Daffodils", which will add a few lovely splashes of color to your breakfast table. 



For these egg cozies, you will need approx. 20g cotton yarn (yardage approx. 125m/ 50g) in fresh spring colors and a size 3.5 mm crochet hook.

The crochet pattern is suitable for somewhat more experienced crocheters, since the following stitches are used here: magic ring, chain stitches, single crochet, slip stitches, half double crochet, double crochet, treble crochet and double treble crochet, as well as a picot (brief description included)

And here is where you can find the pattern >>> I hope you have lots of fun making them :-D

Bella the Pear Girl is a sweet, absolutely gorgeous doll and a real highlight in my shop.

Her clothes are fully removable and, of course, all the other clothing sets from my shop fit her as well.

You’ll receive a detailed 34-page pattern with plenty of photos to help you make it yourself. The doll is approximately 36 cm tall.
The PDF includes the pattern for the doll, the dress, the shoes, the headband, as well as the basket and the pears.

Click here to access the pattern

A warm girls' vest to slip on in the evening—and also very pretty over a dirndl.
The diamond pattern is sophisticated, yet easy to work.

And if you don't like the traditional costume look so much, simply change the buttons.

This pattern is designed for size 116-122.
However, the included pattern template and gauge make it possible to work any size!

For more details, just click on the image below.

And if you're already thinking about your next Christmas decorations, then I can warmly recommend these cute little Christmas slippers. Filled with small treats, they are a popular gift especially for St. Nicholas Day or as a little token of appreciation for good friends and colleagues :-D



Thanks to the detailed step-by-step pattern with numerous pictures and an additional crochet chart for the sole, these slippers are quick and easy for even crochet beginners to make.
All you need is a little red and white yarn, a few safety pins, and a crochet hook in the right size - and of course, afterward, plenty of little treats to fill the slippers properly!

Get this popular pattern and give your loved ones a special treat this year!