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Crochet pattern + knitting pattern
Soul warmer and cuffs - crocheted like knitted - easy




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One size - quick and easy


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 also get their money's worth. The stitch pattern is very similar.

The PDF pattern is detailed with photos over 23 pages and includes both the crochet pattern and the knitting pattern for the soul warmer and the arm/foot cuffs.

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

Basically, any yarn you like can be used. However, the amount of yarn may vary greatly depending on your choice of yarn 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 ball band 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

zum Tropfenfänger


Die nächste Erkältungswelle kommt bestimmt. Da ist man vor Niesattacken geschützt. Oder als Hut für Puppen,




Hinweis: In der Sonnenblume kann man ein Taschentuch verstecken.


Materialien:

• Reste von grüner Wolle (verschiedene Farbtöne), gelb und braune Wolle (Lauflänge nach Wunsch oder nach Wolle was gerade vorhanden ist)
• Häkelnadel 2,5
• Wollnadel

Es kann auch andere Wolle und die dazu passende Häkelnadel verwendet werden. Dies kann zu leichten Abweichungen führen. Die Anleitungen ist auch schon für Anfänger geeignet, die über die notwendigen Maschenkenntnisse (wie die Maschenarten gehäkelt werden, wird nicht erklärt) verfügen. Verwendete Maschen:

• FM - feste Masche
• hStb - halbes Stäbchen
• km - Kettmasche
• Stb - Stäbchen

Crochet bag pattern

It is practical and versatile, made in a basket-bag style.
Each side looks different, and you can completely
turn it inside out, so it always looks unique.

Details & Pattern




You’ll only need the following materials:

• Hoooked Zpagetti textile yarn / off-white & mint green / 120 m each
• Crochet hook size 12
• Scissors
• Thick needle for weaving in the ends

It can also be used perfectly as a cat bed

The pattern includes pictures, is written without abbreviations, and is a great project for beginners

This tissue box cover is a real eye-catcher, and even though it might not look like it, it’s incredibly easy to make—even for crochet beginners with basic skills. You can choose any colors you like, making it a great way to use up leftover yarn.


The 23-page crochet pattern explains every step in detail with 53 photos.
I’m sure you’ll crochet several of these, because the box makes a great gift for any occasion.

Click here for the crochet pattern for the tissue box.

Hidden inside this belt is a decorative pouch where you can store your essentials. It also adds a stylish touch to your outfit.



The crochet pattern is 23 pages long and includes a total of 59 photos. Each step is explained in detail, including the star stitch.

The length can be adjusted to fit any size.

Materials:

• 100-150 g cotton yarn (120 m/50 g) in golden yellow
• 50 g cotton yarn (same quality) in beige
• Size 3 crochet hook
• 1 yarn needle
• 2 buttons, 1.5 cm in diameter (for the pouch)
• 3 buttons, 2 cm in diameter (as a fastener)

Click here for the crochet pattern for the belt pouch.

Diese Eule hat eine besondere Funktion, denn sie kann jede Tür bewachen. Je nachdem, was sie gerade anzeigt, zeigt die Eule genau an, ob der Weg frei ist oder nicht. Es gibt keinen Raum, wo sie nicht hinpassen würde. 



Jedes Familienmitglied wird begeistert sein und gute Laune zieht außerdem noch ein.

In der 16 Seiten umfassenden Anleitung für die Wächter-Eule werden alle Schritte genau beschrieben, zum großen Teil mit Fotos. Dadurch können auch Anfänger mit Grundkenntnissen gut damit zurechtkommen.

Hier geht's zur Häkelanleitung für die Wächter-Eule.

Got a wedding coming up?
This crocheted bride and groom make a lovely decoration for the wedding cake or the gift table. But that’s not all, because...
...you can open them up!
And inside, you can hide a little surprise: a cash gift, a voucher, or another small token.

The bride and groom are crocheted around an empty Kinder Surprise egg capsule. All you need is a few bits of leftover yarn and some stuffing for the head. For the veil, you can use some tulle or a piece of sheer curtain fabric.

Change the hair color and hairstyles to match the real bride and groom, and you’ll have a one-of-a-kind gift!

You can get the crochet pattern here!

Dieses besondere Tuch hat 8 Ecken und viele bunte Farben.

Es ist aus Schoppel Zauberball mit Nadeln Nr. 3 gestrickt.

Der Materialverbrauch ist  200gr mit Lauflänge 420m/100gr

Folgende Kenntnisse sind erforderlich:
> Maschenanschlag
> rechte Maschen
> Maschen verdoppeln
> verkürzte Reihen stricken
> Maschen abketten
> Maschen neu dazu anschlagen

hier ist die Anleitung dazu :  Tuch mit Zacken

Zeitlos für wahr...
Ein eleganter Krawattenschal in Ajour in Mohairqualität ist immer ein Klassiker!
Das Highlight bilden die eingearbeiteten Perlen, welche die "Tasche" zieren,
die diesen Schal so besonders macht!

Die gesamte Länge des Schals beträgt etwa 112 cm, die Breite beläuft sich auf ca. 16 cm.

Eine ausführliche Beschreibung sowie Charts in Strickschrift führen durch den Strickprozess.

Und hier geht's zur Anleitung und näheren Details...

Some TRENDS are simply impossible to resist...

Known by the name "Katniss' Cowl," this asymmetrical soul warmer has truly become a "MUST HAVE."
We have modified the original version a little.

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

You will also find a detailed chart in the pattern, which makes the knitting process easier for you.

And here is the pattern with more details...

For stricken-im-trenn: Your Katniss-Cowl looks really great—unfortunately, I don’t like knitting with such thick needles! I’d knit it straight away with size 6 needles, but I’m afraid that would involve some overly complicated calculations!

Not just thinking around the corner, but crocheted from corner to corner too - the placemats for coffee lovers! 



These doilies are crocheted beautifully and uniquely using the Mini C2C technique, which I of course also describe in the pattern.

What you need:

♦ Crochet yarn in your desired colors, recommendation: cotton with a yardage of 125 m / 50 g, e.g. Schachenmayr Catania or Scheepjes Catona. Background color: approx. 2 skeins, all other colors: less than 1 skein
♦ Crochet hook: For the yarn types mentioned, I recommend a 3 mm hook. If you use different yarn, you may need a different hook.
♦ Sewing needle to weave in the ends
♦ A pair of scissors to cut off leftover yarn

The required stitches are chain stitches, half double crochet, and slip stitches.

Get the pattern here and get started right away! :) 

Have fun with it. 

Dieser Baum verbirgt ein Geheimnis.

In Ihm Wohnen viele kleine Waldbewohner zum spielen und Abenteuer erleben.
Der Baum ist gleichzeitig Tasche und daher ein optimales Spielzeug für unterwegs, oder auf langen Autofahrten.

Die kleinen niedlichen Figuren regen die Fantasie an und bringen stundenlangen Spielspaß.
Ein lustiges Spielzeug, eine witzige Dekoration und ein originelles Geschenk 

Weitere Details findet Ihr hier

Crochet shoes with a twist...
Perfect for at home, on the patio, as guest slippers, or even when traveling!
Also ideal as a little hostess gift or present!

These crocheted women's slippers—made from Granny Squares—look great in any color combination.
There are absolutely no limits to the color combinations.

This project is perfect for using up leftover yarn!

A detailed description guides you through the crochet process.
Divided into precisely described steps, this pattern is easy to understand even for beginners.
For clarification, 3 crochet charts are included in the pattern.
In addition, a total of 29 pictures make the crocheting progress easier.

The pattern is designed for sizes 37–42.
Gauge is of course included as always—for any adaptations.

And here is the pattern and more details...