Patterns for advanced crafters // exciting challenges

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In this thread, you can discover or share patterns that aren’t suitable for beginners but rather require knowledge, skills and abilities that go beyond the basics.
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Halloween is becoming more and more popular in Germany, and we decorate our apartments and houses to match the occasion too. Here you get three crochet patterns for really cool Halloween décor.

This set includes the patterns:

Large Halloween witch with broom (approx. 80 cm tall)

Frankenstein’s monster (approx. 80 cm tall)

Witch’s kitchen

All patterns are described in detail and include photos.

Difficulty level: Medium to difficult 

What you need:

Gründl Happy Anti-Pilling (100% polyester, 100 g = 250 m length)

Witch:

• Light green approx. 250 g
• Black approx. 250 g
• Red approx. 100 g
• Purple approx. 20 g
• Brown approx. 50–60 g
• Beige approx. 30–40 g

Frankenstein:

• Green approx. 350–400 g
• Black approx. 80 g
• Gray (scrap)

Witch’s kitchen:

• Green approx. 50–60 g
• Black approx. 300 g
• Orange approx. 100 g
• White (scrap)
• Beige approx. 20–30 g

You will also need for the figures:

• Some chicken wire for joints and the parts you’d like to stabilize or make movable
• Some white fabric plus red and black felt pens for the eyes and mouth (yellow too, if needed)
• Yellow safety eyes/glue to attach the fabric
• Old children’s clothing (preferably black—a sweater and pants), size 74/80
• Crochet hooks 3.5 and 6 (for the kitchen cauldron), yarn needle, lots of stuffing

For the pumpkin:

• LED tea light
• Acrylic ball, 14 mm diameter + orange acrylic paint

What you need to know:

magic ring, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, increases and decreases, embroidery, sewing together, crocheting in the front and back loops

Of course, all patterns are also available individually in my shop.

A small but exciting challenge is Lotta the Snow Girl.
She is not really suitable for complete beginners and does take a little time, but the result is definitely worth it.

Click here to see Lotta



You’ll receive a detailed 41-page pattern with lots of photos to help you make it. The doll is approx. 36 cm tall.
The PDF includes the pattern for the doll, the dress, the boots, the panties, the jacket, as well as the hat and gloves.

Not suitable for beginners

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

You’ll also need:

• approx. 100 g yarn (hook size 2½–3) in sand and vanilla
• approx. 50 g each in lime green and green eyelash yarn
• approx. 100 g Catania by Schachenmayer in cinnamon for the hair
• crochet hooks size 2.5 and 3.5
• threading needle, darning needle
• stuffing, embroidery floss in black or dark brown and dark red
• 12 mm safety eyes, 6 small buttons

Knitting pattern traditional-style baby vest size 86/92 with intarsia cable







(To purchase/download, please click the image)

For this special sleeveless baby vest without buttons, we need:

150 g gray merino wool + 50 g red merino wool, here Schachenmayr Merino Extrafine 120, 50 g – 120 m yardage, gauge according to the ball band: 22 sts x 30 rows = 10 x 10 cm, 3.0–4.0 mm knitting needles; here: 4.0 mm knitting needles, cable needle, 3.5 mm crochet hook for the bow, stitch holder or similar for holding stitches, yarn needle for weaving in ends, stitch marker is helpful.

The PDF pattern is illustrated.
The red cable on the back is worked using the intarsia technique (illustrated explanation is included) and requires a little time and skill.

Lilly the Lamb Crochet Pattern
Click here for the crochet pattern

Over 27 pages with more than 50 pictures, I’ll explain everything to you in great detail. I also explain how to crochet the bobbles in detail with pictures at the beginning of the pattern. This makes everything easy to understand! Although the lamb is crocheted exclusively with single crochet stitches and bobbles, Lilly shouldn’t be your first crochet project. You should be comfortable with decreasing and increasing stitches, as well as making a magic ring. What you’ll need:

• Approx. 45 g of yarn suitable for a size 3 crochet hook. Approx. 10 g of brown yarn for the nose and the undersides of the arms and legs. Leftover yarn for embroidering the face. Black or beige leftover yarn for embroidering the face
• A 3mm crochet hook
• Scissors, darning needle
• Stuffing (Why not try using real sheep’s wool to stuff the little sheep? It’ll make it look even more authentic ;-) )
• 8mm safety eyes
• For the hearts, red or pink yarn that’s also suitable for a 3mm crochet hook

Crocheting the “ArcheNoah” door wreath is definitely not boring—it’s versatile and full of variety. You’ll need to set aside a little time and patience, but the effort will be worth it, because in the end you’ll have a unique decorative piece for the kids’ room. The door wreath is also a popular gift for a christening or the birth of a child. It’s crocheted using cotton yarn (Catania by Schachenmayr). You’ll also need a 25-cm-diameter Styrofoam wreath and some craft batting.
You can find the pattern here!

Knitting pattern_Lina Dress
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A little dress is simply a must-have for every little princess :-)
.
Have fun knitting!

Size: 62/68(74)(80)

Material:
Schachenmayr Bravo Originals100(150)(150) g 08346 dark antique rose
50(100)(100) g 08322 (light antique rose)
50(50)(50) g 02106 effect yarn
Yardage: 50 g / 133 m
Circular knitting needle size 3 (40 cm)
1 set of double-pointed needles size 3
1 crochet hook for the cord
Wooden beads

Gauge:
Stockinette stitch: 22 stitches and 30 rows  10x10cm

Difficulty level:
medium

Pattern:
PDF format
The individual steps and patterns are described in detail
and documented with pictures.

This knitted scarf combines cables and a lace pattern. It’s not difficult in itself, but I wouldn’t recommend it for beginners.

You can find the pattern here.



It’s knitted using sock yarn with 3.5 mm needles. Yarn usage depends on the desired length.

I have something here for experts. A double-knitted scarf with lots of little dots.

Click here for the pattern.



With this knitting technique, the colors appear in reverse on the front and back. A very sophisticated effect, but not easy.

A triangular shawl in two colors and two lace patterns—for people who already have some experience with lace patterns.

Here is the pattern.



It is knitted with sock-weight yarn, and the amount required depends on the size. The pattern is written out row by row and is also shown in several knitting charts.

Ayana crescent shawl - no chance of getting bored here, because every row has a different pattern!


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My favorite shawl is a small challenge, as every row is crocheted differently.
For the crocheting itself, only basic knowledge is needed (chain stitches, slip stitches, single crochet, double crochet, and treble crochet), but they are always combined in different ways.
In addition to written instructions for all rows, the pattern also includes a crochet chart.

Dimensions (unblocked/blocked):
Width: 1.00 m / 1.20m
Depth: 40cm / 55cm

You will need:

• Sock yarn in 2 harmonious colors (yardage 210m / 50g)95-100 g color 1 - lilac
  55-60g color 2 - purple
• 1 crochet hook size 5
• 1 sewing needle/embroidery needle for weaving in the ends

You need something over your dirndl in the evening... Ideal for throwing on.
The lace pattern and the decorative insert make this bolero truly one of a kind!

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

A detailed description as well as charts in knitting chart form guide you through the pattern.

And here is the pattern and more details...

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 will find 3 knitting chart charts in the pattern.
The gauge is included as always—for any adjustments!

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

Wearable in any season—is there anything better...
This sleeveless vest can be worn both elegantly and casually!

The pattern is kept fairly simple, but the decorative trim ensures a beautiful fit!

This pattern is designed for size 38 .
However, the included schematic and gauge make it possible to work any size!

Click here for the pattern and more details... 

Something warm for baby dolls to wear, because the cold days are coming soon. 


Doll Clothing



Materials:

• green, red, yellow, brown, white, salmon, and purple yarn (133 m per 50 g)
• Crochet hook size 2
• Yarn needle
• Buttons
• Snap fasteners
• Scissors

Feel free to change the colors. The pattern is suitable for advanced crocheters, as it uses post double crochets. The explanation is included in the pattern. Have fun crocheting!

Here you can find the pattern
The lace shawl "Mrs Jones" starts with just a few stitches, and through side increases
the shawl steadily grows larger.
The lace section is a challenge because it is worked on the right-side and the
wrong-side rows. Then the garter
stitch section provides some relaxation again! So it’s definitely for somewhat experienced
knitters.

This great sweater is possible in any size, and as the name suggests, you decide the collar width, length, and
chest width yourself.
Whether with a high collar and 2 or 3 buttons, or for smaller children perhaps
with just one button, everything can be customized. 

The pattern is completely timeless and can be worn by both genders. A great garment for every season.

As a little bonus, there is a pattern for the matching hat included, where it is also explained exactly how to make it for the respective head circumference.

Materials needed:

• You can work with any yarn you like; for women's size 36/38, a 4-ply,
  plied gradient yarn with a total yardage of approx. 1900 m
  was used here (yarn consumption naturally
  depends on the size)
• Crochet hook suitable for the yarn used, here size 4
• 1–3 buttons (diameter depends on the yarn weight)
• for the hat, with the specified yarn weight, additionally (depending on size) between 250 m and 300 m of yarn

Click here and you’ll go directly to the sweater pattern:

Another challenge, and not necessarily suitable for beginners, is Hermine the little witch.

click here to go to Hermine



You will receive a detailed 40-page pattern with lots of photos to follow. The doll measures approx. 36 cm. The PDF includes the pattern for the doll, the dress, the shoes, the panties, the blouse, the witch hat, as well as for the witch’s broom and the spiderweb with the garden spider.

Suitable for advanced crocheters

required skills: 
The pattern does not include a basic course. You should already know how to crochet single crochet stitches, half double, double, and treble crochet stitches, post double crochet, as well as chain and slip stitches.

You will also need:

• Crocheted with hand-knitting yarn, needle size 3 - 4, yardage 133 m/50 g in the colors sand, light neon green & black (2 balls of 50 g each), apple green, white, orange & gray (1 ball of 50 g each)
• Crochet hook sizes 3.5 and 2.5 (the entire project is crocheted with hook 3.5; you only need the 2.5 hook for knotting in the hair)
• Threading needle, darning needle, stuffing
• Embroidery floss in black or dark brown and red
• Safety eyes: 2 x size 12 mm and 4 x size 5 mm, 3 small children’s buttons
• 2 pipe cleaners/chenille wires
• approx. 35 cm long bamboo stick, hot glue gun

Click here to go directly to the pattern
The pattern for my baby bodysuit presents some challenges for experienced knitters: buttonholes, raglan increases, joining rows to work in the round, placing sleeves on hold, and short rows. At the same time, the baby bodysuit features a simple stockinette stitch pattern and, thanks to the thick yarn, is quick to finish.

You’ll need 100–150 g of myboshi Lieblingsfarben No. 2 or a similarly thick yarn (alternatives are listed in the pattern description: Baby Bodysuit). Knitting needles to achieve the correct gauge. Stitch markers, scissors, a darning needle, and buttons.

This beautiful, trendy bag is the ideal companion for everyday use! Elegant thanks to its color scheme, classic and casual in shape, it goes with almost any outfit and is a real eye-catcher.

Combination of double stitch and tapestry technique:
With this special stitch (double stitch), it’s possible to crochet in rounds without shifting—making it especially well suited for the tapestry technique. Beautiful, straight-running patterns can be incorporated.

Click here for the pattern



Material:
Schachenmayr Boston (LL 55 m/50 g)
in medium gray heathered (color 92), 250 g,
in white (color 101), 100 g
in pink (color 134), 50 g
Crochet hook 5.0 mm and 6.0 mm, thick sewing needle
Required prior knowledge: chain stitch, slip stitch, single crochet

Double stitch and tapestry technique are explained in detail and with pictures

You have experience knitting and would like to make something beautiful and comfortable for cool boys and sporty girls by hand? Then this baby and children’s slipover is just right for you!


Click here to go straight to the pattern!

Especially now during the transitional season, a practical slipover like this is incredibly useful! Just pair it with a long-sleeve shirt or long-sleeve polo, and the perfect fall look is ready! :-)

I chose two wonderful yarns for this project that have the same gauge. This way, you can make the slipover in pure new wool or cotton, according to your wishes.

The slipover is described in detail in 3 sizes:

• Size 80 (1 year)
• Size 86 (18 months)
• Size 92/98 (2–3 years)

You’ll receive a step-by-step pattern with lots of high-quality photos and illustrations!

The JOKER 2.0 is a 9-page written pattern that requires focused counting.



The Joker 2.0 was a CAL for the second anniversary of “Marie and Me.” The pattern was tested live by participants and put through its paces.

I’m now presenting the result of that event to you here as a finished pattern.

I hope you have fun working on it and I look forward to seeing lots of photos!

Here’s what’s included:

• Suitable for beginners
• detailed written pattern
• Pattern is 9 pages long

Here’s what you’ll need at home:

• 1 skein of 1000m 3-ply gradient yarn from the “Traumverlauf by Knitkraft” brand
• 3mm crochet hook
• Scissors
• yarn needle