exclusive highlights from January, February, and March

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Here’s a crochet highlight for your kitties.
What could be better than catching a mouse on a hunting trip and then dreaming about it afterward? This works especially well on this big catch—a specimen of the rare "Catch-Me-Dream-Sweetly" breed.
A true cat’s dream, and this lounging area also makes a very decorative addition to your home.



Here you can find the pattern & details for the big catch

Only chain stitches and single crochet stitches are used to make it. You should be familiar
with increasing and decreasing stitches as well as the magic ring so that, even as a beginner, you can follow the pattern easily.

The absolute highlight is this triangular shawl,
knitted in a patchwork pattern

  Pattern for the triangular shawl

This is really fun to knit, because it grows bigger
one square at a time,
yarn with a long color gradient (Bobbel yarn) always reveals
a different color pattern!
It is knitted using only knit stitches, following a very simple
pattern explained with pictures.

The colorful bunnies were an instant hit right from the start. No wonder: they’re super easy to crochet and look absolutely adorable! Plus, they’re a great way to use up small amounts of leftover yarn and create a beautiful Easter decoration. But even after Easter, you can still give one of these bunnies as a keychain or good-luck charm.
Get the pattern for the colorful bunnies too! Click here!

Knitting pattern: Penguin Sweater
My January favorite
  Go to the pattern!

The sweater is knitted in one piece with raglan sleeves using a circular needle.
I’ve created a knitting chart
for the penguins so it’s easier to keep track of the pattern.

Size: 92–96 (98–104)

Materials:
Schachenmar Bravo
150 (200) g gray
50 g blue
50 g white
1 circular needle, size 3–4
1 set of double-pointed needles, size 3–4
Gauge: 22 sts and 30 rows = 10 x 10 cm

Pattern:
PDF format
1 PDF pattern with exact measurements
1 PDF knitting chart for the penguins

In January, a highlight came to my shop that looks pretty all year round and is very useful. It’s this round collar, or shoulder warmer, made of cotton.

It’s also very easy and quick for beginners to make. The pattern is printer-friendly and written without abbreviations. All steps are explained in detail.

Click here for the knitting pattern for the round collar / shoulder warmer.

This little tissue pouch fits exactly one pack. It can be crocheted very well from leftovers and is finished in no time. It’s also always welcome as a gift.

Very well suited for beginners with basic knowledge; all steps are explained clearly and with photos. Even different yarn weights and variations are described. 

Here is the crochet pattern for the tissue pouch.

This sweet little cotton pinafore dress with knitted-in hearts is a real highlight, because it’s convertible and grows with your child for a while—from 6 months to 3 years. It can be worn all year round.

Even beginners with basic knowledge can work wonderfully with this pattern. Everything is explained in detail and with photos.

Click here for the knitting pattern for the grow-with-me pinafore dress with hearts.

A headband for babies and toddlers is also very useful in summer on cool and windy days. This one is knitted from leftover cotton yarn. The size can be adjusted as desired.

Great for beginners with basic skills.

Click here for the knitting pattern for the headband for babies and toddlers.

A baby’s first cuddly bear—and one knitted by Grandma or Mom herself, no less. What could be better for a baby!

This cuddly bear is knitted entirely in knit stitches and is perfect even for beginners with basic skills. The pattern explains every step—often with photos.

What makes it special:
The pattern is print-friendly and written without abbreviations.

Click here for the knitting pattern for Baby’s First Cuddly Bear.

A highlight—not just for Easter—is this colorful spring flower meadow. It looks absolutely lovely on the table and practically invites spring in.

The crochet pattern includes several pieces: a large placemat and small coasters, various egg cozies, and flower scatter decorations.

Perfect for beginners and also great for using up leftover yarn. The pattern is print-friendly and written without abbreviations.

Here’s the colorful spring meadow with egg cozies and more.

This baby outfit consists of pants, a jacket, and a hat. Everything was knitted from 6-ply sock yarn. Since there are cool days in every season, baby will be cozily bundled up in it. The outfit grows with your baby from approx. 3 to 12 months.

Also suitable for beginners with basic knowledge. Everything is explained in detail. The pattern can be used on both sides. And there are only a few seams (only at the top of the shoulder).

Click here for the knitting pattern for the baby outfit - jacket, pants, and hat.

This cute children’s sweater with a collar grows with your child from size 92 to 104. On girls, it looks sweet as a long sweater. It can also be knitted a little shorter if desired, for example for boys.

The sweater is knitted almost in one piece and has only a few seams. All steps are clearly explained in the knitting pattern. However, some knitting experience is required.

Click here for the knitting pattern for the children’s sweater with a collar.

This poncho cape made of soft sock yarn is a year-round favorite. It weighs only about 200 grams and can easily be carried in your bag wherever you go. Just slip it on, and you’ll be nice and warm—even without a sweater.

The poncho is a comfortable length, so you have your hands free without anything getting in the way. It also looks great when worn unbuttoned. For me, for example, it replaces a shawl.

It’s a great project for beginners with basic knitting skills. All the steps are clearly explained.
The pattern is print-friendly and written without abbreviations.

Click here for the knitting pattern for the sock yarn poncho cape. 

These crocheted ingredients will keep toddlers’ play kitchens well stocked. And there’s also a shopping bag with contents.

All pieces are easy and quick to make, even for beginners with basic knowledge. This is also a great way to use up yarn scraps.

Both patterns are written without abbreviations and are printer-friendly.

Here’s the crochet pattern for the play kitchen ingredients.



Here’s the crochet pattern for the little shopping bag with contents.

I’d like to introduce you to one of my newest tea light holders, which is very popular right now and is perfect for spring.


 
This tea light holder is made of photo cardstock and measures approximately 15 x 5 x 13 cm. With a little experience cutting with a craft knife, it’s very easy to recreate. It can also be used as an egg cup or a chocolate holder.