If you want to add more depth and structure to your crochet, puff and popcorn stitches are your go-to techniques. These stitches create stunning 3D effects that bring blankets, bags, and accessories to life.
🧶 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
- 🔭 Special Categories: #HistoryMasche & #FunFacts around the Yarn Universe
… 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
Natural fibers like wool, cotton, or silk are much loved – but often you'll find terms like polyamide (nylon), polyester, or acrylic on yarn labels. These synthetic fibers aren't flaws – they serve specific purposes. The right blend determines durability, comfort, and easy care.
Mosaic Crochet Redefined
Mosaic crochet may sound like something ancient, rooted in tradition – but this technique has made a real comeback in modern fiber arts. With clean lines, bold color contrasts, and surprisingly simple stitches, you can create projects that look stylish and contemporary.
Every knitter and crocheter knows the sight: little yarn scraps, half-used balls, colorful threads that seem too small for a real project. But these leftovers are hidden treasures – the perfect foundation for creative zero-waste projects! In this guide, I'll show you how to make the most of your yarn scraps – whether at home or in a fun workshop...
What your yarn can handle – and when it gives out: Not every yarn is built for every project – and sometimes durability is the silent hero behind your favorite pieces.
Knitting in the Middle Ages? Yes – and much earlier than many believe. Between 1100 and 1300 CE, artisans in North Africa were already creating socks on two needles, using intricate geometric patterns crafted through a fascinating technique of directional knitting and needle switching. Though overlooked for centuries, these early examples –...
Create layered designs with depth, detail & color
European spinning mills with a mission
The Art of Contemporary Granny Squares
Closing the Fiber Loop: From Sweater to Yarn
How to Recycle Old Knitwear into Beautiful New Yarn
You have the perfect summer top in mind – soft, breathable, with beautiful drape and just enough stability not to sag? The secret: a clever fiber blend.
Delicate like lace curtains in a Victorian parlor, the pineapple stitch evokes nostalgic elegance with a modern twist.
With its teardrop-shaped arches and airy loops, this iconic crochet motif is back – and it's more stylish than ever.












