Relax and Craft on the Side

Dear users, dear authors,
Everyone needs relaxation. Especially after a stressful day, distraction and taking a break are important. Crafting is a wonderful way to do that. Here in this thread you’ll find straightforward patterns that are easy to make on the side without having to count stitches, etc.

@Authors,
please present simple patterns without complicated details here. Leftover-yarn patterns can also be presented here.
2–3 patterns per author are enough.
Link and image, material info, difficulty level info, technique info, and details about what makes the pattern special must not be missing.

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You can crochet this table runner in your sleep *wink*
It's simply fun, and the result is beautiful!

The pattern is described in detail and includes pictures,
so it's very suitable for beginners! 

You'll need Schachenmayr Catania, a 3.5 mm crochet hook, and then you're ready to get started!

Have fun crocheting!

The pattern for the knitted Sador loop makes for a relaxing evening of knitting.

This loop is easy to make in many yarn weights. Even in DK weight, you get a great result. The size can be adjusted individually, as can the yarn usage. The loop is also very well suited for using up leftovers and working with different yarn weights. There are no limits to your creativity!

Materials needed:

• approx. 100–200 g yarn (up to max. DK weight) 
• 2 circular knitting needles in 80 or 100 cm length with at least a half needle-size difference (for lace yarn, I recommend needle sizes 3 and 3.5) 
• tape measure 
• digital kitchen scale or other precision scale 
• stitch markers
  

There is no prescribed number of stitches for the loop. You need a gauge swatch to calculate the required number of stitches.
The pattern is 5 pages long and includes many examples for using different yarns.

The loop uses almost only knit stitches, so it’s also super easy for beginners to make!

==> Click here and get the pattern.

This triangular shawl is very relaxing to knit, and all you need is one skein of sock yarn. You’ll be using knit and purl stitches and a few simple lace rows.
Besides the yarn, you’ll also need a 4 mm circular knitting needle and possibly a stitch marker.

You can find the pattern here.

This loop guarantees total relaxation. The pattern is very simple—you don’t have to count constantly—and it’s definitely doable even for beginners. Whether it’s a loop, a Möbius scarf, or just a long, straight scarf, you can customize it to your liking.






Download the pattern for the summer loop now and start crocheting right away.

Beautiful colors + simple pattern + great shape = a snood you just have to have!

This loop scarf in a tartan look looks sophisticated, yet is so easy to make that it is also suitable for beginners !

The circumference is about 80 cm, and the height is approx. 50 cm.
The included template and the gauge, however, make it possible to adjust the size individually.

You will also find a chart of the color scheme as well as a detailed description in the pattern.
In addition, detailed photo documentation guides you through the knitting process.
The tartan technique is also described in detail and illustrated.

For more details, just click the image below.

Triangle scarves are suitable for every season, every occasion, and every outfit!
And to cover every color scheme, the easiest thing is to knit them yourself!

The size of the finished product is approximately 184 x 92 cm.

Detailed instructions guide you through the entire knitting process.
For clarification, you’ll find both 2 charts and a photo description in the pattern.

For more details, simply click on the image below.

Super relaxing - crochet pattern & knitting pattern:

Soul warmer and cuffs - crocheted to look knitted - easy



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One size - quick and easy - also for beginners.

Whether crocheted or knitted: a cozy piece like this is popular all year round, whether on cool summer days, as an outdoor jacket in the transitional season, or on the couch in winter.

And yes, the crochet pattern looks knitted and is just as cuddly soft. But knitters will enjoy it too. The stitch pattern is very similar.

The PDF pattern is detailed and illustrated over 23 pages and contains both the crochet pattern and the knitting pattern for the soul warmer and the arm/leg warmers.

The stitches used are explained with pictures. So general crochet or knitting skills are sufficient.

Basically, you can use any yarn you like. However, the amount of yarn can vary a great deal depending on your yarn choice and needle/hook size. Details are included in the pattern.

My yarn usage when using an alpaca yarn, 50 g – 100 m,
according to the label for needle size 3 – 4, but used here: crochet hook size 8.0

• for the soul warmer approx. 500 g in the crochet version (approx. 800 g in the knitted version with needles size 6.0),
• for the cuffs approx. 100 g in both versions

I hope you have lots of fun making it and feel truly cozy in the finished piece.

Feel free to browse; there are more easy patterns in my shop:
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/store/Traudelina



Concentrate well for a short time at the beginning, and then simply crochet following the pattern.
In the evening in front of the TV, I found it quite relaxing.

Looking for a small cuddly pillow?
How about a beautiful picture (pixel image) like this bunny? A handmade pillow is something very special.
Maybe you can make someone very happy with it for Easter. But of course, the bunny is not just a hit at Easter.
Bunnies are always totally cute and fit all year round.This pillow will be about 35x35 cm when using ONline Cora yarn and a 4.5 crochet hook.
In a very detailed description, I have explained everything step by step and also included lots of pictures. So following along should be no problem.

It explains exactly how the C2C technique (corner to corner) works. The individual stitches are also explained in a “little crochet school.” Materials

• ONline Cora 
• 4.5 crochet hook
• Sewing needle
• Scissors
• Pillow cover
• Stuffing

What is crocheted

• Chain stitches
• Slip stitches
• Double crochet stitches

And here is the pattern
C2C Bunny Pillow Crochet Pattern

knitting a summer loop scarf with circular needles size 6 is very interesting and at the same time
very relaxing, especially the finishing row is a surprise!

you get to do something that is usually a mistake in knitting: drop stitches!
knitted from cotton ribbon yarn, it goes with many outfits in spring,

the pattern is very easy and simple to follow:

:https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/23369/mustermaschenloop 

This heart, which you can use as a small cushion cover (e.g. for a grain pillow) or as a potholder, is easy to crochet while doing something else. Since the increases and decreases in the pattern are very regular, you only need to look at the pattern from time to time. The popcorn stitch isn’t difficult at all and is explained in detail; the back is crocheted entirely in single crochet. The cushion will measure 20 cm x 20 cm if you use potholder yarn.
You can find the pattern here!

Some of you find knitting relaxing when you’re working on complicated patterns.

If you’re one of those “relaxation knitters,” you shouldn’t read any further.

For everyone else, here’s the pattern for the Magnolia Shawl.

Whether you’re watching TV, hanging out with friends, in a waiting room, or wherever you like to knit on the side, this pattern lets you knit in a relaxed way—and you’ll end up with a great shawl that’s sure to get you lots of compliments.

You can find more info here 

My scarf "Poesia" is very easy and relaxing to knit. It’s especially well suited for sock yarn with long color gradients, but of course it can also be knitted with other yarns. It has tapered ends and is knitted diagonally. Once you get into the pattern, it practically works up by itself.
You’ll need one 100g skein of sock yarn, 2 knitting needles, and possibly a stitch marker.

Go to the pattern here.

Who says knitted pieces can't be elegant?
Far from it! This long top is the perfect companion for any candlelight dinner or visit to the opera!

The pattern is kept simple, so this knitted piece is easy to work on while doing something else.
The special cut and the slit at the back create the effect!

This pattern is designed for sizes 36/38 and 40/42.
However, the included cut and gauge make it possible to make any size!

A detailed chart also guides you through joining the back and front pieces.

You can find the pattern here...

For the weekend, I can recommend this costume for all dress-up dolls. It can be crocheted quickly and easily with single crochet stitches. The costume doesn’t necessarily have to be made with brown yarn.




You can find the pattern here