Finding Comfort for the Soul

Dear users, dear authors,
everyone has a bad day once in a while. A hug, a good cup of tea, a piece of cake, a phone call with your best friend, or even a soul warmer or a blanket to snuggle up in can be a real comfort.
In this thread you’ll find comforting patterns that simply feel good.

@Authors,
2-3 patterns per author are enough.
Don’t forget the link and image, as well as the usual info.

Stylish triangular shawl for snuggling up and feeling good.

Cozy-soft, wonderfully loose and soft, versatile, and absolutely chic.

The crocheted shawl can be made with different yarns. Here
a Woolly Hugs BOBBEL-COTTON (50% cotton, 50% polyacrylic, yardage =
800 m/200 g) in color no. 01 was used. It was crocheted with a
3.0 mm crochet hook.

Click here for the pattern



The shawl has a length of approx. 190 cm / height approx. 90 cm. Since the pattern
is very simple and repeats every 2 rows, the shawl can be made in
any size you like.

Suitable for beginners.

Required prior knowledge: chain stitch, single crochet, and treble crochet
Detailed description as a PDF file with text, crochet chart, and step-by-step photos.

Knitting pattern: The Very Hungry Caterpillar
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The Very Hungry Caterpillar
feeds mainly on leftover yarn :-)
Easy and quick to knit from leftover yarn.
Size: Approx. 30 cm with hat

Material:
Leftover yarn in various colors
25 g white
20 g gray
20 g light blue
Set of double-pointed needles, size 3-3.5
Buttons, googly eyes
Stuffing

Difficulty:
Easy

Pattern:
PDF format
Detailed step-by-step instructions with text and pictures!

When your little darling is feeling sad, they can hug their little cuddly kitten, which comforts them and always understands. This cheerful little baby animal is sure to quickly take their mind off things!
The cuddly kitten is crocheted from white and black cuddly yarn by Phildar (Phil Douce). If you’re not familiar with working with fluffy yarn, you can also use acrylic yarn. But the pattern also gives you a few tips on how to make working with this yarn easier. It’s worth it, because you’ll only get the plush effect with this yarn.
The cat measures about 20 cm and is crocheted using only single crochet stitches.
Get the pattern here: Crochet a cuddly kitten.

This beautiful "Sunrise" stole can of course also be crocheted as a shawl. 

I love it; it’s so wonderfully large, cuddly-soft, and totally cozy. 
Perfect for gradient yarns or Bobbels!

The pattern includes:

• a crochet chart that you can easily print out in A4 size
• a step-by-step description (despite the crochet chart)
• video links and tips for beginners

Difficulty: Medium
Basic crochet skills are required!

-->> Please click here to go to the pattern!

It’s often the little things that bring us joy and sweeten our day.... Sometimes it already helps to put on your favorite dress, add a pretty necklace, and then smile at yourself in the mirror! With this mandala necklace in your favorite colors, that’s really easy! And of course you can also use it to bring great joy to your favorite friends, favorite daughters, and favorite moms! It is crocheted from fine yarn—such as embroidery thread, as shown here—or thinner leftover yarn and decorated with faceted glass beads.

Here is the crochet pattern:
Mandala Necklace in Boho Style

Happy crocheting from
Annette

Knuffi the Cuddly Pillow is wonderfully suited for comforting and snuggling up on.

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You will receive a detailed 16-page pattern with lots of photos for quick crafting.
The cuddly pillow has a finished size of approx. 45 x 45 cm, measured without the head and paws.

It is crocheted like a cover and is suitable for a 40 x 40 cm pillow insert.

You should have knowledge of crocheting single crochet stitches, half double crochet, double crochet and treble crochet stitches, as well as chain stitches and slip stitches.
Also well suited for beginners

Materials needed:

• It is crocheted with fluffy yarn, hook size 6–7 (in this case I used “myboshi Flausch”), in the colors hummingbird (7 skeins of 50 g each, length 90 m / 50 g), snowy owl (1 skein of 50 g, length 90 m / 50 g)
• Yarn for hook size 3–4 (length 133 m / 50 g) in the colors white, rose, mint, turquoise, and black. A leftover is enough.
• Crochet hook sizes 7 and 3.5
• Threading needle, darning needle, stuffing
• Pillow insert size 40 x 40 cm
• possibly some hook-and-loop tape for sewing on (approx. 5 cm)

Ponchos in the right size are perfect for “snuggling up” on the couch after a hard day!

The combination of cable and lace patterns—paired with this warm alpaca quality—makes this shoulder warmer keep us warm whenever we need it.

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

A detailed description as well as a knitting chart guide you through the pattern.
In addition, an exact schematic can be found in the pattern.

And here’s the pattern and more details...

When I’m not feeling well, I often feel cold and like to wrap myself up in something cozy.

If you know that feeling too, why not get the knitting pattern Spring in Pastels for a large cozy shawl.




Materials:

• 1 circular knitting needle size 3.5 
• 200 g Wool of Fame Merino/Silk Lace, yardage 600 meters/100 g, color Reed 
• 100 g Wool of Fame Alpaca Mix fine, yardage 400 meters/100 g, color Rosewood 
• 1 measuring tape 
• 1 needle for weaving in ends
  
• 1 pair of scissors

The original yarn (delicate and cuddly) increases the feel-good factor and can do a lot for your emotional well-being.


Measurements:

•  2.00 x 0.50 meters
  

Skills needed:

• Cast on stitches 
  
• knit stitches 
• purl stitches 
• bind off stitches
  

The pattern is also very well suited for beginners, and if any questions still come up, I’ll be happy to help you
further. Just send me a message.

>>>click here to go to the pattern

Perfect for really snuggling up:
Cardigan/Jacket Gita - Size 36 to 42 One Size



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A knitted lightweight piece for all seasons – whether worn over or under – simple, with an eye-catching collar area. Both patterns used are absolutely easy (only knit and purl stitches). The collar shaping requires a little care, so difficulty level: medium. Unlike the “Margit” model, the sleeves are knitted with a sleeve cap. The length is variable.

The illustrated pattern with stitch- and row-by-row instructions is based on a gauge of approx. 14.5 sts = approx. 10 cm with size 6.0 knitting needles. Because of the jacket’s relaxed shape and stretch, one stitch more or less is not very important. If your gauge differs more significantly, please choose a larger or smaller knitting needle size. The pattern does not include a knitting tutorial, but it does include helpful link tips.

We need
225 g KidSilk by Austermann, color 40 Emerald, 75% kid mohair, 25% silk, details according to the ball band: needles 3–4, 18 sts x 26 rows = 10 cm x 10 cm, hand wash, 25 g – 225 m yardage; alternative yarns: e.g. Kid-Seta (Schulana) or Kid Mohair/KidSilk (Adriafil) – the same quantity in each case for the total back length of approx. 71 cm knitted here. This material is knitted with the yarn held double. Additional alternative yarns are listed in the pattern.

Used here: size 6.0 knitting needles, pins, measuring tape, yarn needle for weaving in ends, scissors, stitch markers, row counter if needed.

A buttery-soft cuddly shawl:

Knitting Pattern Triangular Shawl CHIEMSEE WAVES




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A cuddly-soft lace shawl like this, with finished measurements of 150 cm x 65 cm (or your desired measurements) in your personal favorite colors, is truly good for the soul.

The download includes a

• PDF knitting pattern, thoroughly illustrated and explained (21 pages), with a short version for printing
• PDF basic knitting techniques incl. crocheting chain stitches and slip stitches

These knitting skills are used:
casting on stitches, knit and purl stitches, increasing stitches from the strand between stitches, knitting through the back loop and purling through the back loop, yarn overs, knitting stitches together, slip-knit-pass-over decreases, binding off stitches. No gauge required.

Difficulty level: intermediate / easy for experienced knitters

Materials:
Basically, you can use any thin yarn of your choice with the appropriate needle size + one needle size larger than recommended on the yarn label.
Used here: 50 g light turquoise + 50 g darker turquoise Ferner Wolle Merino Lace hand-dyed, 100% merino, 50 g – 250 m for needle size 2.0 to 3.0; used here: circular knitting needles 3.0 with different cable lengths (60 cm for the beginning, then switch to an 80 cm cable length), circular knitting needle 4.0 at least 80 cm cable length; yarn needle for weaving in ends, scissors; crochet hook size 2.5.

Something to snuggle up in during the summer—the Diamond Stole is just the thing.
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/28567/gestrickter-schal-stola-diamant

The size is customizable, since the simple lace pattern is easy to follow, allowing you to knit more or fewer repeats as needed.
It’s ideal for cool mornings or evenings. It’s knitted with Merino Silk by Pascuali, 2 x 100 g (400 m each). Of course, any other yarn with this yardage is also suitable. The pattern is beginner-friendly, as it requires only basic knitting skills. The pattern is written out row by row but is also presented as
a chart.

When things aren’t going so well, cheerful colors work wonders for me. Maybe you’d like to knit a few colorful pot holders?

You can find the pattern here.



For one of them, all you really need is some leftover cotton, preferably a thicker yarn, and no special skills. Knit and purl stitches are all you need. You’ll have a quick sense of achievement.

A shawl to snuggle up in is always useful. Especially when your soul has taken a bit of a scratch.

Take a look.



This is a rectangular stole that is knitted in a simple lace and cable pattern. Use a soft yarn for it, and it will become a wonderful shoulder warmer.
The pattern is written out row by row and also shown in knitting charts.

This "Little Angel" is a wonderful comforter for the soul, whether as a lucky charm, talisman, or small token for someone dear to your heart. 

 

The crochet pattern explains in detail over 9 pages, with many pictures and digitally created graphics, how even beginners with basic crochet skills can crochet this little angel.

More details and the pattern are available here:
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/21313/haekelanleitung-kleiner-engel-pdf-ebook

When life gets turbulent, it’s comforting to have knitting needles to hold onto. A simple, meditative pattern helps immensely.

How about an infinity scarf?



Knitted with thick yarn, this is a project that comes together very quickly. It takes about as long as it takes for the clouds to clear again. The pattern is simple—you just need to know how to knit and purl.

Elegant little bags for cosmetics and tissues
Pretty little bag for cosmetics, jewelry, odds and ends, etc., and a sweet tissue pouch.

With this special stitch (crisscross double stitch), it is possible to crochet in rounds without shifting, creating the ideal base for embroidered motifs.

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Material: Schachenmayr Catania (125 m/50 g)
in Bast (color 257) and White (color 106), 50 g each, in Orchid (color 222), leftover
Zipper in beige, 20 cm long (for cosmetic bag), crochet hook 3.0 and 3.5 mm, sewing needle, embroidery needle

Required prior knowledge: chain stitch, slip stitch, single crochet

Detailed description as a PDF file with crochet chart and step-by-step photos.

My amigurumi crochet pattern for the romantic owl "Elsa"



Here is the pattern:
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/29883/eule-elsa-haekelanleitung

Difficulty level: Advanced

Recommended materials:
- Crochet hook: size 3
- Yarn in the colors: brown, white, black, red, yellow (e.g., Gründl Cotton Quick uni)
- Sewing needle, scissors
- Stuffing
- Stitch marker

Required skills: fastening off, decreases, single crochet, half double crochet, crocheting in spiral rounds and rows, finishing crochet pieces, slip stitches, chain stitches/turning chains, magic rings, sewing, double crochet, increases

How about a cozy pillow to snuggle with for comfort?
I have the perfect pattern for you right here. Not only do the colors lift your spirits, but the pillow is also wonderfully soft.

--> Click here for the pattern: Crochet “Smile” Pillow


Even beginners can follow this pattern, as it includes plenty of pictures and detailed step-by-step instructions.