Should you crochet in rounds or in rows? Both techniques have distinct advantages and challenges, depending on the structure, shape, and look you're aiming for.
🧶 Welcome to the World of Stitches! 🧶
This is Kathrin's blog – knitting enthusiast, crochet heroine, yarn whisperer, and proud wool addict.
If you think knitting and crocheting is just for rocking chairs and chamomile tea…
👉 then you haven't seen how vibrant, colorful, and creative this world truly is!
Here on the blog, I share everything that slips through my stitches:
- 🧠 Smart tips & tricks
- 💡 Inspiring moments from my yarn studio
- 🙈 Mishaps I wish I'd known about sooner
- 🎁 Little freebies just for you
- 💛 Updates on my heartfelt projects
… and loads of love for everything needle and thread.
Whether you're a total beginner or already dreaming in rows and rounds – you're in exactly the right place.
So get comfy, grab your favorite yarn, and start clicking through. 💛
Happy reading, laughing, learning & casting on!
Much love,
Kathrin
If you're a regular knitter or crocheter, you've probably got a stash of yarn scraps hiding somewhere – too small for big projects, too precious to toss. The good news? You can turn those leftovers into beautiful, functional, and eco-friendly creations!
Ombre Crochet 2025: Gradient Color Trends for Spring/Summer – Easy Ombre Patterns Explained
21/05/2025
Soft fades, gentle transitions, and eye-catching gradients – 2025 is going to be colorful!
The sun is shining, the blanket is spread out, and the coffee is steaming – all that's missing is the perfect handmade detail! Whether knitted or crocheted, these small accessories are practical, pretty, and bring extra joy to any outdoor moment.
Work stress? Family drama? Public transport chaos? And then… your headphones tangle up?
Back in the day, visiting a yarn store was one of my favorite treats: seeing the colors in person, feeling the textures, and getting lost in creative inspiration. And to be honest – I still love it. Today, I'm lucky enough to often receive yarn samples directly from manufacturers to design new patterns or test out fibers. It's a huge...
And as always in life: balance is key – finding the golden middle ground is what matters most! Here comes the positive response to my blog post from yesterday:
After a long day in front of your laptop, smartphone, and tablet, do you feel drained, your eyes tired, and your mind restless? Maybe you long for something real – something you can touch, feel, and create?
You've mastered knit and purl stitches, increases and decreases are no big deal – and you're ready for something new? Then it's time to explore some of the more advanced knitting techniques that are not only visually stunning but also incredibly fun to learn.
Have you ever taken your knitting for a walk?
I don't mean dragging your yarn across the park – I mean sitting under a tree, needles in hand, and feeling your creativity breathe right along with you.
One blink – and boom: a stitch has dropped, your pattern has gone rogue, or there's a hole where none should be. Welcome to the club!
Ever wondered what's really on your needles – and if it's the right choice?