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1. Cuddly Kitten
Everyone will want to cuddle with this kitten! It doesn't scratch, doesn't shed, and loves to be petted. It's very easy to crochet, because only single crochet stitches are used. If you're willing to give fluffy yarn a try, it will turn out especially plush, but you can also use acrylic yarn. In the pattern, you'll get a few tips for working with fluffy yarn.
2. Crocheted Shells
The shells look much more complicated than they are. By using different yarn types and colors, you can achieve all kinds of different effects. Perfect for using up leftover yarn, because you can use almost any yarn.
3. Music Box Lamb
The lamb also turns out especially cuddly when crocheted with fluffy yarn. If you use thick yarn, it will be big enough to hold a music box. But even without a music box, it will surely be happily taken to bed in the evening for falling asleep.
4. Mermaid Outfit for Barbie
With little effort, a few scraps of yarn in blue or green, and basic crochet skills, you can create this wonderful mermaid outfit for Barbie dolls. The doll moms will be thrilled!

5. Crochet Appliqués Oktoberfest
Crochet appliqués always come in handy! They're great for using up tiny amounts of leftover yarn and are quick to crochet. They embellish blouses and T-shirts, hats and jackets, and also look fun on greeting cards.

The TOP 5 crochet patterns from my shop Stjerne61

TOP 1
Money gift as Christmas decor
An original gift wrap for money and gift certificates; after the sack is emptied, everything can still be used as fun Christmas decor.

Here you can find more info and the pattern

The pattern is well suited for beginners.

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TOP 2
Theodor the Soccer Star
A timeless door wreath for all soccer fans; depending on your favorite team, the small pieces can be crocheted in the club colors.

Details & pattern are just a click away here

Basic crochet skills should be present.

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TOP 3
Ivy
Whether as a vine or just individual leaves, this ivy is a great decoration for many purposes.

Details & pattern are just a click away here

Leftover yarn is enough to make it.

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TOP 4
Bracelet
In the colors of your choice, with or without beads, this bracelet is quick to make and wonderful to wear; work it a little longer and you’ll have the matching necklace, too.

Details & pattern click here

The pattern is also suitable for beginners and a few bits of leftover yarn are enough to make it.

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TOP 5
Advent Calendar Frau Holle
An Advent calendar for getting active. Every evening Frau Holle’s bag is filled, and a nice message can be left on the shutter. The shutters can be closed, so a little “door” is opened every day.

More info & the Frau Holle pattern can be found here

Something for the whole family; after the Christmas season, Frau Holle is still a lovely winter door wreath.

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All patterns are illustrated and written without abbreviations.
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My top list:
Small projects to make quickly. St. Nicholas Day and Christmas are already just around the corner

You can find more information by clicking on the text next to the image,


Top 1


A doll backpack; you only need a little yarn for it.




  Top 2


A bikini for the indoor pool in winter, and next summer is sure to come again next year..




  Top 3


Shoes for a doll child. The doll parents will be happy about the gift





  Top 4



For the dollhouse—so the residents of the house can go on vacation.




  Top 5



The winter outfit is knitted. It is complete, from diaper to bib

AND THE WINNERS ARE...

# 1: Knitting pattern for girls’ vest / girls’ jacket | Baby AlpenChic traditional *jacket*

A simple girls’ jacket—but really spruced up by the border!
This vest has no button band at all—and is therefore worn open.
This pattern is designed for size 116-122.
However, the included template and gauge make it easy to make any size!




# 2: Crochet pattern for shawl collar | Neckwarmer #1

With this wonderfully warm shawl collar, nothing can happen to men or women on cold days...
... and it’s trendy on top of that!
The great textured relief pattern adds stability and a braided look.
Once you’ve crocheted the pattern repeat, you’ll have the hang of it—
even beginners will enjoy this pattern!
A detailed step-by-step explanation guides you through the crochet pattern.
For clarification, 1 crochet chart can be found in the pattern.
In addition, a template with an integrated diagram helps you through the crochet process.
The unrolled scarf has a size of about 27 x 96 cm.
However, it can easily be made smaller or larger as needed.
The included template and the gauge help with that!




# 3: Knitting pattern for loop / cowl | Snood *WEBBED*

Beautiful colors + simple pattern + great cut = a snood you simply must have!
This loop in a tartan look appears 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.
However, the included template and the gauge make it possible to adjust the size individually.
You’ll also find a chart of the color scheme as well as a detailed description in the pattern.
In addition, detailed photo documentation helps you through the knitting process.
The tartan technique is also described in detail and illustrated.




# 4: Knitting pattern for girls’ vest | Baby AlpenChic traditional vest *Rhombus* 

A warm girls’ vest to throw on in the evening—and also very pretty over a dirndl.
The diamond pattern is sophisticated, yet easy to make.
And if you don’t like the “traditional” look so much—just change the buttons.
This pattern is designed for size 116-122.
However, the included template and gauge make it possible to make any size!




# 5: Knitting pattern for dog sweater - French Bulldog | Dog's Stuff "Lilo"

Our four-legged friends need a warm sweater during the transitional season too...
Really quick to knit up—also suitable for beginners!
The pattern is also clearly illustrated.
The size is designed for a fully grown French Bulldog.
Of course, it also fits dogs of about the same size, since the merino yarn adapts.

I'm happy to present the top 5 in my shop here:

Top 1: The tissue box with butterflies and hearts


This box can be crocheted very easily and quickly, even by beginners. All steps are explained in detail with photos.

Here is the crochet pattern for the tissue box.

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Top 2: The grow-with-me pinafore skirt for toddlers

This pinafore skirt is a real quick-change artist and a joy for all knitting grandmas and moms. It grows with the child from about 1.5 to 5 years old.



The skirt can also be knitted easily by beginners using the pattern. It is knitted from the bottom up in one piece.

Here is the knitting pattern for the grow-with-me pinafore skirt for little girls.

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Top 3: The grow-with-me baby pinafore dress

 This little pinafore dress also grows with the child, from about 6–18 months. It is also knitted in one piece from the bottom up, and beginners will have a wonderful sense of achievement with it too.



Here is the baby pinafore dress that grows with the child

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Top 4: The triangle shawl / poncho with lace pattern and waves

This triangle shawl is a real eye-catcher and a quick-change artist at the same time, because it can also be worn as a poncho. Knitting it definitely never gets boring. This beautiful pattern is fun to knit. Recommended for experienced knitters.



Here is the knitting pattern for the poncho triangle shawl with lace pattern and waves.

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Top 5: The grow-with-me leggings for toddlers

These leggings are knitted very simply from the top down and have no seams. They are very comfortable for children and cozy and warm at the same time. They fit snugly against the body and are still stretchy enough that there is room for a diaper, too.


The pattern is written so that beginners can manage it too. All steps are explained with photos.

Here is the knitting pattern for the leggings for toddlers.

My top 5 are the following:

1. Nook, the corner loop scarf
This beautiful Nook (loop scarf) is very easy and still eye-catching.
Almost too lovely to give away. But since it’s so easy and quick to knit, the whole family and lots of friends are sure to be happy about this stylish accessory.
Knitting skills: knit stitches and an occasional yarn over. That really is all!


2. Followed right away by Nook 2
After the 1st Nook was so much fun and was also very well received, here is a 2nd version.
Instead of simply knitting in garter stitch, here we have a seed stitch in the corners, and ribs form in the center section. These ribs make the Nook pull together in the middle, so it sits beautifully around the neck and keeps you nice and cozy warm.
This loop scarf is also suitable for beginners, but it has enough variety that pros will enjoy it too.


3. The crocheted dragon tail
This beautiful Nook (loop scarf) is very easy and still eye-catching.
Almost too lovely to give away. But since it’s so easy and quick to knit, the whole family and lots of friends are sure to be happy about this stylish accessory.
Knitting skills: knit stitches and an occasional yarn over. That really is all!

4. Noose, the knot loop scarf + Noose, the warm one
1 pattern, 2 Nooses
Why even more? Because it was so much fun, the Nooses look so different, and I simply couldn’t stop. (Warning, it’s addictive :-) )
These two Nooses are based on “Noose, the Sun,” but they are larger and also become significantly wider toward the bottom so that they wrap around the shoulders. (This is a standalone pattern; Noose, the Sun, is not required)

5. Still quite new, but already successful: “Verrückt”
Now I have something really “crazy” for you again. If you’re looking for something unusual that will stand out, you’ve come to the right place.
The shawl is called Verrückt because we knit in blocks and shift them after a few rows. Exactly how that works is explained in detail with text and pictures.
There are 2 versions of this shawl. Version 1 consists only of blocks; Version 2 (shown in the picture) is half stripes.
A colorful yarn with a longer gradient works best, but bright and colorful leftovers or two or more colors alternated also look great with this shawl.

Almost unchanged, here are my current Top 5:

No. 1:
Crochet Hat for Everyone - very easy




(To purchase/download, please click the image)

A beautiful easy-to-crochet hat for different styles, so ONE hat model wearable in all the pictured variations, for both men and women. Also easy to make for children or as a
simple hat for babies (though thinner yarn is recommended).

• no increases or decreases,
• for any yarn you like
• possible in all sizes.

The PDF pattern is illustrated.

You need these crochet skills: chain stitches, single crochet.
Everything else and slip stitches are explained. Video link tips for learning to crochet for beginners are included in the PDF. No gauge swatch (it’s not about the exact cm).

Materials: for the pictured model with head circumference 55 cm to 60 cm: approx. 250 g merino yarn, 50 g – 45 m, crochet hook 6.0;


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Place 2:
Useful calculation aid:





This is an Excel spreadsheet for converting a yarn quantity from the "original yarn" to an "alternative yarn" of your choice.

Example:
The original yarn named in your pattern has a yardage of 85 m per 50 g. According to the specifications there, you need 600 g of this "original yarn" for your size. But you would like to make your piece in a different yarn (= alternative yarn). The yarn you have chosen has a yardage of 70 m per 50 g skein. You enter this information in the Excel spreadsheet and immediately receive the required quantity in skeins and grams for your chosen yarn.

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Place 3:

Sock Knitting Course for 4-ply Yarn - all sizes for baby, children's, women's and men's socks



(To purchase/download, please click the image)

This is an illustrated sock knitting course based on baby socks size 15 knitted from 4-ply sock yarn, with charts for all sizes

Included in the download :

• detailed illustrated main PDF pattern
• hand-drawn sketches
• baby sock size chart for sizes 15 - 20
• sock size chart for sizes 22 - 47

A short-form baby mitten pattern is integrated into the main pattern, since parts of the baby sock pattern can be used for it.

Required materials:
4-ply sock yarn (wonderfully soft options include, for example, Ferner "Lungauer Sockengarn" merino sock yarns or Austermann "Step" with aloe vera and jojoba or "Comfort" with cashmere)

• approx. 15 g for the baby socks,
• approx. 10 g for the baby mittens,
• for adult socks up to size 44: 100 g,
• if larger than size 44, then 150 g is required.

set of double-pointed needles 2.5, measuring tape, scissors, yarn needle for weaving in ends.

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Place 4:

THE traditional costume classic
Baby Traditional Costume Knitted Jacket Size 50/56 incl. Gauge Conversion Table




(To purchase/download, please click the image)

..in mini format..

For this easy-to-knit traditional baby jacket you need approx. 100 g, e.g. Zimba Top by Schoeller+Stahl in classic traditional gray + 50 g (or leftover yarn) Regia 4-ply for the border in traditional green, knitted with size 3.0 knitting needles, and if needed for the decorative foundation chain on the band, a crochet hook 3 - 3.5.

The PDF pattern contains 15 images.

You will also receive as a bonus the simple version of my Excel spreadsheet for quickly converting your gauge to your desired size (usable for all knitting/crochet pieces; spreadsheet program required, e.g. Excel or LibreOffice, the latter available free on the internet).

Basic knitting skills are assumed (i.e. the latter are not illustrated).

By the way: This jacket can also be knitted without sleeves (then crochet around the armholes in green once with single crochet) as a vest.

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Place 5:


Knitted Shirt/Pullover 'ALGARVE' - in a simple lace pattern




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Two in one knitting pattern: sleeveless long shirt, ideal for leggings, and with sleeves a cotton pullover knitted in a simple lace pattern . Due to the pattern, it is ONE SIZE for women's sizes 38 - 44. Smaller sizes can wear it as "oversized." Weight gains and losses are therefore not a problem.

Materials:
300 g (without sleeves) / 550 g (pullover) Austermann Algarve (100% cotton; 50 g – 142 m) for needle size 2.5 – 3.5; here: knitting needle 3.5.

The PDF pattern contains the images from the image gallery (see above); due to the simple cut, no additional images are included.

Basic knitting skills are sufficient, including yarn over, knit 2 stitches together, slip-slip-knit 2 stitches (explained).

Here are my Top 5:

No. 1 – 10 Small Folding Boxes: very easy to make, easily adaptable to any occasion, and even suitable for crafting beginners! With the illustrated pattern, you’ll get 10 templates for rectangular boxes with side lengths between 3 and 8 cm.



No. 2 – Star-shaped Advent calendar . By arranging the two-colored boxes in different ways, you can change its look to suit your mood each day. The Advent calendar measures approximately 28 x 4.5 x 32 cm, is very easy to make, and is also well-suited for beginners.



No. 3 – Backpack-shaped gift wrapping is especially popular around the time children start school. If there’s a child in your family starting school next year, you might want to get this pattern now. The backpack measures approximately 16.5 x 22.5 x 9 cm and is easy to make, even for beginners with a little crafting experience.



No. 4 – This Advent calendar consists of 24 little fir trees. Each small tree, measuring about 8 cm, hides a container inside. The calendar is easy to make and is also very well suited for beginners.


 
No. 5 – With this delicate winter decoration , you can add a touch of winter cheer to your home even during a snowless winter. It consists of two balls measuring approximately 8 cm and 16 cm in diameter, along with the finished pom-poms. The total length of the decoration is approximately 60 cm. It’s easy to make, but you’ll need a bit of patience.

 

All of the models shown are made from photo cardstock.

Download the top 5 from my shop now while the 20% discount promotion is still running 

A classic for every year - Watch out, shark (sock)  --> Click here for the crochet pattern



The cozy shark socks always make a really great gift. An absolute classic among unusual slipper socks. They’re also perfect if you like having warm feet yourself but don’t just want to wear ordinary house socks, because winter comes faster than you think 

Difficulty level: advanced beginner/intermediate


Spooky green witch with broom  (80 cm tall)   --> Click here for the crochet pattern


Even though Halloween is already over, you can still keep this cool witch on display all year round.

Difficulty level: Medium 


Maritime crochet top "Sabrina" - for all sizes  --> Click here for the pattern



An absolute eye-catcher, and not just in summer. Super airy and light.

Difficulty level: easy to intermediate (you need to be able to take your own measurements)


Also always a favorite to wear: the crocheted airy shoulder shawl "Snowdrop"!

--> Click here for the pattern 



Are you still looking for the perfect shawl for your next outfit or for mild summer evenings? Then this beautiful shoulder shawl is perfect for you. The pattern is super easy to crochet and an eye-catcher for any occasion.


Difficulty level: very easy


Crochet pattern Poncho "Elegance"   --> Get the pattern here 




Do you maybe have a spontaneous after-work party or a romantic dinner coming up soon and once again have nothing suitable to wear? How about an airy but truly elegant poncho?


Difficulty level: easy


You’ll find something in my shop for every difficulty level and every taste. You can find all the exact details in the respective product descriptions.

Here are my Top 5 :-)
1. Tablecloth "Christmas Mood"


A tablecloth with a diameter of approx. 48 cm in a beautiful dark green color with a bit of silvery sparkle. Very well suited for the Christmas season; it can be used not only as a tablecloth, but also works very well as a base for the Christmas tree stand.
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/32172/tischdecke-unterlage-fuer-den-christbaumstaender

2. Crochet Table Runner

The table runner in Bruges lace crochet technique, size: 110 cm x 28cm It is quick to crochet, has an easy difficulty level, and should be no problem for a beginner.
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/27435/tischlaeufer-haekeln-anleitung

3. Elegant Tablecloth


https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/26462/elegante-tischdecke
The elegant tablecloth brings a very cozy atmosphere into your home. For the tablecloth, diameter approx. 40 cm, you will need: • Crochet ALIZE Forever 100% Microfiber Acril, 50g, 300m, 27g was used • Crochet hook no. 0.75 - 1.

4. Elegant Loop Scarf, Reversible 

https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/25006/eleganter-loop-beidseitig-tragbar-haekelanleitung
The elegant loop scarf has a timeless pattern and is reversible. It is quick to crochet, has an easy difficulty level, and should be no problem for a beginner. For a loop scarf with a diameter of approx. 80 cm, height approx. 20 cm, you will need: • Yarn in one or more colors (3 x 50g approx. 140m, 75% virgin wool, 25% polyamide) • Crochet hook no. 1.75 - 2.0

5. Angled Hat with Pom-pom

https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/23540/winkelmuetze-mit-pompon

The angled hat with (or without) pom-pom will be a joy for children or adults to wear and a pleasure for you to knit. The hat is very easy to knit and consists of three angles, one in the middle and two on the sides, so the ears are covered. Each angle is divided into two wedges, which connect to each other in raised stripes. The following is needed: • Yarn approx. max. 100g • Circular knitting needle 2mm, 80cm • Sewing needle 5cm • Crochet hook 1.75 - 2mm • optional: acrylic beads or rocailles For questions, I am happy to help and wish you lots of fun with these projects!

My number 1 is the
Value Pack - Crochet Pattern Felted Crochet Slippers "Paula" (Sizes 20-41) 
Slippers for the whole family - quick to crochet and easy to felt in the washing machine
in a beautiful ballerina look
Material: 100-200g felting wool, crochet hook no. 8




Number 2: more felted slippers for the whole family, but worked in one piece from heel to toe: Crochet Pattern Felted Slippers "Family" (Sizes 20-45) 
Material: 50-200g felting wool, crochet hook no. 8




In third place: Value Pack - Crocheted Clogs - all sizes, kids, teens, adults 
Comfortable and unusual slippers for the whole family - clogs with a movable strap
A brilliant Christmas gift!
Material: cotton tube yarn, crochet hook no. 7, jeans buttons



Top 4: Crochet Pattern for Dreamcatchers
Timeless decor and a great gift idea - dreamcatchers with a 15 cm diameter
With lots of tips and tricks for color design and an explanation of how beads can be crocheted in.




In 5th place: Crochet and Knooking Pattern for Laura Hat with Coral Pompom
A hat in sizes toddler - adult
Combines the advantages of crochet and knooking!
Includes a basic "Knooking" course - so it is absolutely suitable for beginners!
A highlight is the unusual coral pompom!