Weekend Projects: Get started right away.

Dear users, dear authors,
the week is over; now it’s time for the weekend.
Grab a lovely new project now.

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

How about some granny squares for the weekend?



A large blanket for the sofa, a baby blanket, or just a cushion. You start with the first granny square, and another one keeps getting added. 

By now I offer five different granny squares in my shop that go together in size. This lets you bring lots of variety to a crochet weekend with the different granny squares and in different colors. 

I crocheted with Catania, but of course you can also use another yarn of your choice. Why not dip into your leftover yarn stash for once?



Here you can go to the collection of the different granny squares and see them all at a glance.

Cowl collars, along with loops and scarves, are a great alternative for keeping warm in winter...
... you can never have enough of them.

Here, 2 techniques come together CREATIVELY—and harmonize beautifully:
Tartan + Tapestry

Who says the tartan technique only shines in knitted fashion? — Far from it.
Crocheted pieces can also be wonderfully jazzed up!

The construction looks sophisticated, yet it is so easy to work that even beginners will enjoy it!

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 cutting layout with integrated diagram helps you through the crochet process.

The tartan technique is also described in detail and illustrated (16 images).
The tapestry technique is explained separately as well.

When laid flat, the scarf has a size of about 34 x 105 cm.
However, it can be made smaller or larger as needed without much effort.
The included template and the gauge help with that!

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

 

A knitting pattern for a loop scarf.



Winter still has us firmly in its grip. Worn snugly as a collar or as a simple loop scarf, you can finish this project in a weekend.

Only knit and purl stitches are used. The loop stitch pattern is described in detail in the pattern.

Both merino wool and fluffy yarn are suitable.

Here you can go directly to the pattern.

A soul warmer is ideal for spring.
In this mustard yellow, it’s simply unbeatable!

This zigzag pattern is simply fun and looks fantastic on top of that.
The edging is worked with a relief pattern, which is simple yet very effective.

The cut of the soul warmer requires no decreases or increases at all...
... so it’s also absolutely recommended for beginners!

A detailed description guides you through the crochet process.
To make things clearer, the pattern includes 3 charts in crochet chart form.
In addition, 3 schematics help you through the crochet process step by step.

This pattern is designed for sizes S/M/L/XL.
However, the pattern explains how the shrug can be easily adjusted to any size.
The included cut and the gauge help with that!

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

 

"Peek-a-Boo" roughly translates as "peekaboo"
A lovely name for this style!

This sleeveless vest is held by a button, which also stabilizes the collar.
In the right quality, it can be worn all year round—spruces up any boring outfit in no time!
The "beads" of the pattern used look as if they are wrapped.
This impression is created because the stitch groups are worked over two stitches
- simple, but not boring.

Once you've crocheted the pattern repeat, you'll have got the hang of it -
even beginners will enjoy this pattern!

A detailed step-by-step explanation guides you through the crochet process.
For clarity, both a written-out pattern repeat,
and a chart in crochet chart form can be found in the pattern.
Furthermore, a cutting diagram with an integrated schematic is included.

This pattern is designed for sizes S/M/L/XL.
However, the pattern describes exactly
how this vest can easily be adjusted to any size.
The included cutting diagram and the gauge help with this!

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

 

Crochet Pattern Doorstopper Hippie
You can easily and quickly crochet this practical doorstopper from thick leftover yarn; simply use thinner leftovers doubled. Without heavy filling, Hippie can also be used for cuddling.


Details & pattern are available here

The following skills should be known:

• magic ring
• chain stitch
• slip stitch
• single crochet
• half double crochet
• increasing and decreasing stitches

With this pattern, leftover yarn becomes an affordable, practical helper that also serves as a decorative object. So get the doorstopper, just in case.
As always, the pattern is beginner-friendly and written without abbreviations.
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The “Shades of Understatement” shoulder wrap is a quick weekend knit. It consists of 2 simple stitch patterns and is knitted in the round as a single piece.
You’ll need 200g of Understatement yarn, with 250m per 100g.
Here’s the direct link to the pattern:
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/36399/gestrickter-schulterschmeichler-shades-of-understatement

Easter is coming faster than you think!
Not everyone has a hand-crocheted Easter bunny like this! Cute little Purzel is about 30 cm tall and makes a great Easter gift! He’s crocheted from white plush yarn (Baby Teddy by Rico). So you can see the stitches while crocheting, I use it together with a thin white crochet yarn (Diana by Woll Butt), held together throughout. Purzel wears blue overalls with pink hearts and carries a pink basket. Since he’s a bit clumsy, he doesn’t have real eggs in it—just crocheted ones. That way, nothing can break!

Would you like to give Purzel as an Easter gift?
Then get started crocheting right away and grab the pattern here!

Use up leftover sock yarn over the weekend:

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)

..little feet and big feet alike will love the results..

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

Included in the download :

• main PDF pattern with detailed illustrations
• handwritten sketches
• baby sock size chart for sizes 15 - 20
• sock size chart for sizes 22 - 47

Integrated into the main pattern is a brief baby mitten pattern, since parts of the baby sock pattern can be used for it.

Required materials: 4-ply sock yarn

• 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 size 2.5, tape measure, scissors, yarn needle for weaving in ends.

How about a relaxing triangular shawl? The pattern is great for knitting on the side—when you have visitors or an exciting crime show is on TV. Sock yarn makes it into a wonderfully soft and cozy shawl.

Click here for the pattern.

What could be better than a weekend afternoon nap! Lie down on the sofa, stretch out your legs, and—oops, something’s missing! The pillow! Start knitting today, and nothing will stand in the way of your well-deserved afternoon nap in the future.

You can find the pattern here.



Even though the sun peeks out now and then, it’s often still icy cold. So it’s still not too late to start a new hat. And this one will still be wonderful next fall, too... because fall is sure to come. Here I’d like to introduce you to three crochet patterns for hats.

All patterns include lots of pictures and are also easy for beginners to make, since the individual steps are described in detail. In addition, all hats are started at the brim, which makes them very easy to adjust to any size, completely without doing any calculations. Of course, the pattern explains how it works.

All models can also be made by you with any yarn and yarn weight. So you don’t have to use the yarn I used; you can also use up your leftover yarn. I hope you have lots of fun crocheting them.

Beanie HERBSTFREUDE
--> to the crochet pattern and more info


Beanie CHICAGO
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Beanie BLÄTTERRASCHELN
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Spring is coming...even to the breakfast table!



Crochet pattern for an egg cozy with flowers and leaves
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/12070/eierwaermer-mit-blume-haekelanleitung-pdf-datei

• Length: 9 pages
  
• easy to understand with lots of explanations, an additional crochet chart, and pictures
  
• required skills: magic ring, magic ring, chain stitches, single crochet stitches, slip stitches, half double crochet stitches, double crochet stitches
  
• Difficulty level: medium

The pattern will be sent in PDF format.

Crochet this funny cell phone case disguised as a fish! You’re guaranteed to turn heads! https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/17648/handytasche-fisch-haekelanleitung-pdf-datei



Dimensions of the finished case: approx. 15 x 8 cm, customizable
(see the pattern for details)

• 17 pages
• Easy to follow with plenty of explanations, additional crochet charts, and pictures
• Difficulty level: intermediate, but also suitable for beginners

Material

• Schachenmayr Catania or similar cotton yarn (LL 50 g/125 m) Colors: red, turquoise, apple green, orange
• Crochet hook 2.5–3 mm (depending on how tightly you crochet)
• Scissors
• Sewing needle
• 2 black buttons for the eyes (diameter: 1 cm)

Skills required

• magic ring, magic ring
• Chain stitches
• Single crochet
• half double crochet
• double crochet
• Slip stitches

The pattern is in PDF format.

New: Now available as a value set:

New Zealand Hat and Boot Cuffs Value Set – Knitting Pattern



To purchase/download, please click the image

Knitted in rounds or rows:

Hat for children, women, and men, from a head circumference of 48 cm up to large men’s sizes
and matching boot cuffs .

Basic knitting skills are sufficient.
For the cord on the hat: crochet skills: chain stitches

The pattern used here is also perfect for scarves or (Möbius) loops, since it looks the same on both sides.

Included in the download:

• Illustrated PDF knitting pattern for the hat (including crochet instructions for the cord and how to make the tassel)
• PDF knitting pattern for boot cuffs worked in rows – also suitable for scarves
• PDF knitting pattern for boot cuffs worked in rounds using a set of double-pointed needles or a circular needle for a loop
  
• PDF Knitting Basics – Basic Knitting Techniques
• PDF Crochet Basics – Crochet Techniques

Materials: Yarn with approx. 100 m per 50 g, needle size 4.5

• For the hat: approx. 100 g gray + 50 g multicolored (e.g. New Zealand Print)
• For the boot cuffs: 50 g to 100 g, depending on cuff height.
• For a close-fitting loop: approx. 150 g of yarn

The patterns are also available separately.

Colorful Easter Eggs

The colorful Easter eggs in Bruges lace crochet technique bring lovely spring freshness and make a charming decoration for Easter. Only a small amount of thread is needed to make one egg. An Easter egg like this can be crocheted quickly, has an easy difficulty level, and should not be a problem for a beginner.
Details: Colorful Easter Eggs 




Crocheted Decorative Basket in a Timeless Pattern

A lovely crocheted basket in a timeless pattern for Easter eggs, small items, or to use as decoration. It can be crocheted quickly, has an easy difficulty level, and should not be a problem for a beginner.
Details: Crocheted Decorative Basket in a Timeless Pattern 


Weekend Projects
a crochet project;
Pattern for this pretty table decoration, which includes almond blossoms, a butterfly, a centipede, a bee, and a ladybug!
Leftover yarn is enough for this, too.

https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/11854/die-tisch-dekoration-im-fruehling-mandelbluete-gehaekelt-von-dadade



or pick up your knitting needles
The cute little duck is for a teething ring or a pacifier, and you can add a rattle or a squeaker to it. A toy every baby will love. The teething ring is removable, so it can be washed at any time.
All kinds of leftover baby yarn are suitable for this as well.

https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/33848/suesse-quietsch-ente-fuer-den-beissring-strickanleitung-von-dadade




Or as a decoration, try knitting the duck with scrubby yarn; it belongs in the bathroom.

A wonderful weekend project is this colorful spring meadow with egg cozies and scattered flowers. Each individual piece can be crocheted quickly and easily, even by beginners with basic skills.

The pattern is written so that the photos are mostly on extra pages that don’t need to be printed. Plus, there are no abbreviations; everything is written out.

Various versions of egg cozies are presented, leaving plenty of room for your own ideas.



Click here for the crochet pattern for the colorful spring meadow with egg cozies and scattered flowers.

You can finish this cowl or shoulder warmer in just one day. All you need is one ball of cotton yarn.

This cowl is perfect for beginners. All the steps are clearly explained in the pattern. However, you should have some basic knitting skills.

The pattern is written to be printer-friendly. Most of the photos are on separate pages that don’t need to be printed.



Click here for the knitting pattern for the cowl / shoulder warmer.