Mother’s Day // Father’s Day: craft with heart and soul now

Mother’s Day 2017: Sunday, May 14
Father’s Day 2017: Thursday, May 25 / "Ascension Day"

Dear users, dear authors,
with handmade crafts, you’re sure to score points for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day.
Here are a few suggestions from the editorial team, so from me for you.

A shawl for dear Mom warms cold shoulders and is beautiful.

Elentári



Or maybe a shawl vest?

Crochet the Aladin Shawl Vest with 1 Bobbel



A door wreath with flowers would also be very suitable as year-round decor.



For dear Dad:

You can never go wrong with a funny keychain.

Knobblys Crochet Pattern - Funny Bag Charms or Chubby Keychains



How about a funny car?

Funny Car Crochet Pattern



The dog would also like a new owner.

Shady the Dog XXL, Crochet Pattern



How do you like my suggestions?
There’s room here in the thread for more ideas from the authors. Just keep scrolling.

@Autoren,
this is an advertising thread for all authors.
2-3 patterns per author are enough.
Image and link as well as material info, technique info, difficulty level info, and details about what makes the pattern special must not be missing.

I have something really lovely that all moms would be happy about. Even if they don’t like to admit it, sometimes their wrists do hurt ... from housework, from crafting, or because the joints are already a bit ailing (osteoarthritis & co.). That’s when wrist warmers made from genuine cashmere wool are a true treat for the joints.

The Deluxe Wrist Warmers pamper the wrists beautifully with their wonderfully soft, cozy yarn. The luxurious yarn is made of 70% cashmere, 25% silk, and 5% extra-fine merino. It gently caresses and warms strained, overworked, or pain-sensitive wrists and protectively wraps tendons and muscles. A true comfort you won’t want to be without. You can knit them for mom, mother-in-law, or yourself.

Materials:

• Approx. 12–15 g “Superior” by Filatura di Crosa (color of your choice, amount varies by size; there are 4 sizes)
• 1 set of double-pointed needles (5 needles), size 2, 15 cm long
• Darning needle, ruler, scissors

The pattern is very well suited for knitting beginners who can already knit with a set of double-pointed needles or want to learn. I explain and show everything in precise detail.

--> Click here and you’ll go directly to the pattern.

I wish you lots of joy knitting, giving them as gifts, and enjoying them yourself.
Best wishes from "Ina strickt"

The “Herzblatt” table runner is a wonderful gift for Mother’s Day or for other people close to your heart. But it’s also perfect as a decoration for a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner. It’s truly a labor of love.

 

This crochet pattern explains how to make the “Herzblatt” table runner with detailed instructions, plenty of pictures, and diagrams. Since only basic crochet skills are required (see below), the table runner is a great project for crochet beginners . Additional techniques (filet crochet, raised double crochet) are described in detail in the pattern.

Once completed, the table runner measures approximately 75 x 33 cm (using cotton yarn and a size 2.5 hook).

✿ Required Skills ✿

• Crocheting in rows
• Chain stitches and slip stitches
• Single crochet and double crochet
• Weave in ends

Difficulty level: Easy

✿ Materials needed ✿

• Cotton yarn in burgundy (approx. 150 g) and natural (approx. 15 g)
• A crochet hook in the appropriate size
• Measuring tape or ruler
• A blunt sewing needle and a pair of scissors

Click here for the pattern >>
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/26326/haekelanleitung-tischlaeufer-herzblatt

Mother’s Day is always easier than Father’s Day,
but you can also come up with something funny for Father’s Day,
e.g. Mr. Blaumeise, along with accessories such as barbecue tongs, a beer glass, a hat, a medal, and a worm.
Mr. Meise is about 18 cm tall when standing and 12 cm tall when sitting.
He was crocheted with a 2.5 mm hook

https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/13888/die-blaumeise-das-geschenk-fuer-den-mann-z-b-fuer-vatertag-gehaekelt-von-dadade



For Mother’s Day, there are some lovely decorative picks for a bouquet of flowers or orchids,
such as the cockatoo,
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/14940/blumen-orchideen-stecker-kakadu-nicht-nur-fuer-muttertag-gehaekelt-von-dadade



or the macaw and dragonfly are also available.
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/15016/blumen-orchideen-stecker-ara-der-papagei-gehaekelt-von-dadade


Whether with or without an orchid, this is the gift that makes every woman’s heart skip a beat. The cockatoo is approximately 14 cm tall and has a wingspan of 15 cm. It was crocheted

with a size 2 hook. Leftover yarn works great for this, as do beads or sequins if desired
—anything you have

in your craft stash. Difficulty level: best suited for experienced crocheters (or experienced beginners) and for craft enthusiasts who enjoy working with beads a little bit.

And since we were already talking about the softest wool in the world and it will soon be pampering our moms’ wrists, I’d like to show you the yarn again in another design. Our moms will like and love this one too.

Many women are sensitive around the neck and quickly feel a draft. Anyone who tends to have muscle tension in the cervical spine and shoulder area knows the problem. You need a shawl made of wool! But shawls are often too heavy, too thick, too warm, too impractical, or they itch.

If you want something feather-light yet pleasantly warm and cuddle-soft, I recommend the "Loop Federleicht". Yes, I know the yarn is expensive, but it is the softest yarn I know. It is made of 70% cashmere, 25% silk, and 5% extra-fine merino. It caresses and pampers the skin with every tiny movement. 

For Mother’s Day, you can also give chocolates and bouquets of flowers, but do they really need those? A cuddle-soft loop like this is simply something precious that will pamper them for years.

Material:

• 50 g "Superior" by Filatura di Crosa"
• Circular knitting needle size 3 (60 or 80 cm long)
• Crochet hook size 3
  

---> Click here and you’ll go directly to the pattern! 

The knitting pattern is expressly also suitable for knitting beginners .
I wish you lots of joy knitting, giving, and pampering your moms.

Best wishes from "Ina strickt"

Are you still looking for the perfect gift for Valentine’s Day or Mother’s Day? How about this beautiful set of 3? This set is very
easy to crochet.

Size:
The table runner measures approx. 79 cm x 14 cm, yarn usage approx. 70 g. The doily measures approx. 29 cm x 14 cm, yarn usage approx. 25 g
The coaster measures approx. 14 cm x 14 cm, yarn usage approx. 15 g




Here’s the pattern:


Material:

• Cotton yarn, e.g. Catania by Schachenmayr, approx. 110 g total.
• Crochet hook size 2.5

Is your dad a car enthusiast? Then this classic car is perfect for him.



You’ll need:

• 50 g cotton yarn, 125 m/50 g, petrol
• 50 g cotton yarn, 125 m/50 g, black
• 20 g cotton yarn, 125 m/50 g, white
• 20 g cotton yarn, 125 m/50 g, natural
• 20 g cotton yarn, 125 m/50 g, dark green
• gray yarn
• craft batting
• Crochet hook size 2.5

Click here for the pattern

Or say it with flowers...... these two pretty flowers will put a smile on every mother's face.

Size:

• Flora is about 40 cm tall using the specified hook size (2.5), and 23 cm when sitting.
• Lisa is approx. 34 cm tall from head to toe using the specified hook size (2.5), and about 21 cm when sitting.

Both are of course also available as individual patterns in my shop.


Click here and you’ll go to the pattern:


Material:

• crochet hook size 2.5
• for each flower you need about 100 g–110 g of yarn (depending on yardage and thickness). Catania by Schachenmayr was used here
• 4 safety eyes/buttons or similar
• stuffing

An angel for an angel!

You can always use a guardian angel, and moms most of all! 
After all, we don’t want anything to happen to our most precious person.

    

You can find Schutzbengelchen here!

Schutzbengelchen is crocheted with Schachenmayr Bravo, and basic crochet skills are enough!

Best wishes
your Sani!
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Also visit my little shop; you’ll find lots of other gift ideas there! Zum Shop!

Mom is the best! That’s why a
handmade gift is the best gift!


These spring socks with hearts are easy to make and would be a gift that comes from the heart.
They can be made in any size using the included size chart,
my example is in size 38/39.
Materials:Bamboo yarn (50% polyacrylic / microfiber and 50% bamboo)
50g white
50g mottled
Yardage: 50g/145m
2 sets of 2.5 mm double-pointed needles
Cord, hearts, and beads for decoration

A little pouch with hearts as a good-luck charm is always a nice touch and is sure to bring joy. It’s quick to knit using leftover sock yarn—you’ll need 45 meters in red and a little less in gray (or any color you like)—and a set of 2.5mm double-pointed needles. The hearts are shown in a knitting chart.

Click here for the pattern.

This shawl in brioche stitch is not only elegant, but also very relaxing to knit and, later on, very comfortable to wear—for example, outdoors on cool spring evenings.
For it, you’ll need a fairly thin cotton yarn (my original yarn had a yardage of 329 m per 100 g) and 3.5 mm knitting needles. If you’ve never knitted brioche stitch before, the technique is explained in a tutorial.
A special gift for Mother’s Day.

You can find the pattern here.

Every mom will love this!!!
A decorative pillow that’s very quick to make using the Fair Isle technique—perfect as a Mother’s Day gift!

The finished cushion measures approximately 35 x 35 cm.

A chart guides you through the lettering.
A detailed layout —divided into the knitting sections to be worked—makes the project easier to complete.

Click here for the pattern... 

A scented pillow like this is quick to make and is perfect as a little “gift” for Mother’s Day!
It also looks great in a walk-in closet, on the sofa, or on a windowsill—and it leaves a lovely scent, too.

The finished pillow measures approximately 24 x 23 cm .

A chart will guide you through the heart pattern .

Click here for the pattern... 


This little door wreath with roses and a heart border makes a wonderful Mother’s Day gift. Mom is sure to love it! The wreath has a diameter of 12 cm, making it suitable as a window decoration as well. It was crocheted using Catania by Schachenmayr (125 m / 50 g) — just a few scraps will do.
The crochet pattern (difficulty level: easy) includes many pictures and describes each step in detail. So you can crochet this pretty decorative piece in no time. Get started right away!


Dads shouldn’t be forgotten either! People often give a bottle of something good. If you put it in this little pig cover, you’ll have not only an original gift wrap but also wish them “good luck” at the same time.
The pig is crocheted using single crochet stitches. You’ll need 2 balls of pink cotton yarn (Catania, 125 m / 50 g), 3.0 mm crochet hooks, a little stuffing, googly eyes, and glue.
And you can find the pattern here.

A floral greeting is always just right ♥
These tulips are super quick to crochet and always stay fresh :-)
For Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Grandma Day, Aunt Day, or Neighbor Day ♥
With just a little cotton yarn, they’re also great for crochet beginners.

Crochet Pattern Tulip

There are various gift packages for Father’s Day in my shop
whether for a cash gift or a gift certificate,
these funny figures all have room for a small gift

all the animals are made with yarn for approximately needle size 2; they are 12 cm tall
They are kept quite simple and are therefore suitable even for beginners.

how about the bee, for the soccer fans among the men
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/26397/geschenke-tasche-oder-dekoration-biene-gehaekelt-von-dadade


or Captain Walrus
for all men who love the water
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/26406/geschenkverpackung-tiere-walross-als-kapitaen-gehaekelt-von-dadade



what would a captain be without a sailor, the seal with a hat and life ring
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/22880/geschenke-tasche-tiere-seehund-als-matrose-gehaekelt-von-dadade


or with the camel
the camel has a beer mug and looks as if it has already been out celebrating
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/26402/geschenke-verpackung-oder-dekoration-kamel-gehaekelt-von-dadade

Crochet pattern for the Sunset Shawl

--> Here you can find my pattern



Mothers are always happy to receive handmade gifts from their children, no matter their age. So how about a beautiful shawl that can also be loosely tied around the hips in summer. It not only looks dreamily beautiful, but can also rival any sunset


This version is relatively pointed and elongated, but of course you can also crochet it wider if you like, which I also explain in my pattern. In this case, it is better to use a yarn cake with 1000 m of yardage. Everything is a matter of taste, after all


The pattern includes a crochet chart as well as written explanations, making it suitable for everyone


Difficulty level: Easy


What you need:


Approx. 160-200 g of any yarn cake – 4-ply – 800-1000 m yardage, recommended hook size 3.5 Size: 2.10 x 1.15 meters (160 g yarn cake)


To get the sunset effect, a matching gradient yarn cake is recommended.
 

What you need to know:

Chain stitches, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, picot

A beautiful crocheted scarf is an ideal Mother’s Day gift.

The beads incorporated into the lovely Peara scarf add that special finishing touch. But even without beads, it’s a real eye-catcher. Thanks to its design, it drapes beautifully and can be worn in many different ways. The pattern is beginner-friendly and crochets up very quickly.

The scarf’s length and width can be adjusted, and it can be crocheted with almost any yarn.
It looks especially beautiful when made with a gradient yarn, such as 100Farbspiele or Laceball by Schoppel.
Size after blocking: approx. 200 x 40 cm

Materials needed:

• approx. 100–200 grams of yarn (or 800–1000 meters)
• Crochet hook appropriate for the yarn used (if you crochet tightly, use a larger size)
• Beads (e.g., rocailles—the hole should be large enough so that it
• doesn’t sit too tightly on the yarn)
• a piece of very thin wire for threading the beads
• Sewing needle for finishing

This scarf is perfect for beginners to make, as it consists almost entirely of double crochets and chain stitches.

The pattern is 11 pages long and includes a detailed photo tutorial on how to crochet the beads along the edge and into the flower pattern, a written version, and charts.

Difficulty level: easy.

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

  

How about a beautiful, hand-crocheted strawberry door wreath for the dearest mom in the world!
With this wreath, you’ll welcome spring into your home. ;)

The wreath can be used as a door, wall, or window decoration. It also works very well as a table decoration, without the vines.

You’ll receive a detailed, 12-page, richly illustrated pattern for a decorative wreath measuring approx. 25 cm in a spring-themed design, featuring strawberries, flowers, vines, and leaves.

Also well-suited for beginners

Required skills:
The pattern does not include a beginner’s tutorial. You should already know how to work single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, and treble crochet stitches, as well as chain and slip stitches.
Click here for the pattern

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Just say, thanks for being you :-) This decorative pillow is perfect for that!

The pattern is described in detail and illustrated,
and the pattern charts are included too!
Perfect for beginners, but even experienced crocheters will enjoy it!

The pillow was crocheted using Schachenmayr Catania yarn and a size 3.5 hook;
you’ll find the yarn quantity specified in the pattern!

Have fun crocheting and giving it as a gift! <3 

Would you like to give your mother a small gift? A hand-crocheted keychain? A good-luck charm? A pretty necklace? Then you definitely need suitably small packaging.



These 10 folding boxes are glued in just one spot and are quick and easy to make, even for crafting beginners. You can also make them ahead of time, because they fold flat and can be stored in a space-saving way. The boxes have different edge lengths between 3 and 8 cm.

Many mothers would certainly be happy to receive a beautiful shawl for Mother’s Day.

The shop also has many patterns for beginning knitters, and until April 20 you can take advantage of the Mother’s Day discount promotion. There is 20% off all my patterns.

How about the Amber Shawl?
Weitere Infos findest du im Shop

I hope you have lots of fun choosing, knitting, and gifting.

If you have any questions, I’ll be happy to help.

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The pattern has been completely revised, and now a new table runner has been created for you!

Table Runner with a Heart <3

A great idea for Mother’s Day!

The pattern includes pictures and detailed explanations, so it’s suitable for beginners too!

It measures approx. 100 x 44 cm when made with the specified yarn and hook size.

It is crocheted with Schachenmayr Catania and a 3.5 mm hook.

Have fun crocheting and gifting it :-)

A little flower for Mother’s Day is always a hit, and this ginger flowerpot certainly will be too.

This ginger pot will become a true special feature and feast for the eyes on your flower bench. The color spectrum of the ginger plant ranges from dark red to soft pink.

As a gift, it will put a joyful smile on the recipient’s face, and a “WOW” will be the thank-you.

The pattern includes 10 pages with many step-by-step pictures and also makes it easy for beginners to conjure up this beautiful flowerpot with a crochet hook.

required basic skills:

• chain stitches
• single crochet stitches
• double crochet (half, regular, treble)

Material:

• size 10 crochet thread in green
• size 10 crochet thread in red and shades of pink
• floral stem wire
• wrapping wire
• green crepe tape

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and if you haven’t got a gift yet, now’s the time to get started.

 

The crochet pattern for the Fuego triangular shawl is beginner-friendly, and the shawl comes together very quickly.
The beautiful lace pattern makes it an ideal gift that any mother will love.

Fuego is crocheted from top to bottom. Since the pattern consists only of single crochet, chain stitches, and double crochet, it’s wonderfully suited for beginners.

Materials needed:

• approx. 200 grams or approx. 750–800 meters of yarn (e.g., lace yarn, sock yarn, or a “Bobbel” made of plied yarn)
• Crochet hook size 3–3.5
• Scissors
• Sewing needle

Skills required:

• Chain stitches
• Single crochet
• Double crochet
• Treble crochet

Dimensions of the shawl when finished: approx. 180 x 80 cm.
The pattern is 10 pages long and includes written instructions, charts, and a diagram.

Difficulty level: easy.

==> Click here to get the crochet pattern now!

  

New today, a hit for Father’s Day
crocheted with cotton using a 2 mm hook

Cutlery pouch beer bottle
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/26808/bier-flasche-die-bestecktasche-fuer-alle-maenner-z-b-fuer-vatertag-gehaekelt-von-dadade


Beer mug egg cozy
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/26809/bierkrug-der-eierwaermer-fuer-alle-maenner-z-b-fuer-vatertag-gehaekelt-von-dadade

A beautiful triangular shawl would also make any MAMA happy ;-)
And there’s still time to make one...

The finished product measures approximately 184 x 92 cm.
The gauge is, as always, included—for any necessary adjustments!

A detailed description guides you through the entire knitting process.
For clarity, you’ll find both 2 charts and an image description in the pattern.

And here’s the pattern...

For Mother's Day and Father's Day, handmade items are of course always a great gift idea, because handmade work always has a whole lot of love in it.

I'd like to show you a few projects you can crochet:
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A heart for Mother's Day is, of course, a classic. You can hang up this heart, but also decorate with it lying down or standing up. A flower is sewn onto the front of the heart, and on the back the heart has a border where you can put flowers, for example.
Crochet pattern - Crochet a flower heart

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This colorful pillow is also a lovely gift idea. You can use it for decorating as well as for cuddling. You can choose the colors entirely according to your taste, or to Mom's and Dad's taste.
Crochet pattern - Crochet a "Smile" pillow

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Almost all women like scented candles. So how about these lanterns? You can burn scented candles or tealights in them beautifully. The colorful crocheted jars then create just the right atmosphere.
Crochet pattern - Crochet "Lichterschein" lanterns


Crochet pattern: Unicorn Dish Sponge

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Are you looking for a unique gift for Mother's Day? Then this little unicorn sponge is sure to be just right for you. Mom can use it again and again for washing dishes and think of you every time. Cooler and more useful than a potholder!



The pattern is written in great detail and is suitable for beginners.

Material: creative-bubble dishwashing yarn by rico-design. But any other yarn can also be used, and the sponge can be used as an amigurumi. All you need is a suitable crochet hook, scissors, and a darning needle.

If you need a quick gift, this little bookmark is just the thing. It’s quick to knit in a charming lace pattern—a scrap of cotton (about 20m) is all you need. A lovely gift for moms—and dads—who love to read.

Find the pattern here.