{"title":"Japan Collection","description":"\u003ch3\u003ePrecision and Clean Lines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Japan Collection is my homage to Far Eastern aesthetics. Here you will find designs that impress with their graphic clarity and artisanal depth. Whether intricate two-color patterns (Fair Isle) or simple, symmetrical shapes, this collection is about the conscious creation of textures that exude tranquility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can expect a mix of sophisticated knitting and crochet patterns that offer a modern interpretation of traditional techniques, such as Sashiko. From detailed socks to scarves and hats with clean lines. Each project is an invitation to fully immerse yourself in the precision of every stitch. A style for everyone who is looking for something special and enjoys graphic structures.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"muetze-kodawari","title":"Kodawari Beanie","description":"\u003cp class=\"rteBlock\"\u003ePDF knitting pattern\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kodawari Hat is part of the Japan Collection and takes inspiration from the calm, clear effect of traditional Sashiko patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts classic shape makes it versatile to wear, while the embroidered details make it special. The combination of a simple hat and an interwoven pattern combines modern restraint with traditionally inspired handwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with the matching shawl, the pattern only emerges after knitting, giving the design its very own character. It is precisely this interplay that makes Kodawari so special: uncomplicated to knit, but with an effect that stays with you for a long time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMeaning of the name\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Japanese, the name Kodawari stands for the conscious pursuit of care and attention to detail. For me, it describes exactly the feeling behind this design: calm, clear, and with a special eye for the small things.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is also a matching shawl in the same design, so a harmonious set can be created.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🧶 Modern, traditional, and with just the right detail that makes all the difference.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fräulein Gerda","offers":[{"title":"German","offer_id":52878270366037,"sku":"202409","price":3.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"English","offer_id":52878270398805,"sku":"202410","price":3.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1028\/2945\/7749\/files\/Fraeulein-Gerda-Muetze-Kodawari-grau.jpg?v=1776958209"},{"product_id":"socken-kyoto","title":"Kyoto Socks","description":"\u003cp class=\"rteBlock\"\u003ePDF knitting pattern\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome places you just never forget. Kyoto was exactly one of those places for me.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEverywhere you go, you encounter patterns, shapes, and repetitions that appear incredibly harmonious. Nothing is accidental, nothing is too loud, and it is precisely this that creates the special tranquility that immediately fascinated me.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExactly this feeling is encapsulated in Kyoto.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese two-color (Fair Isle) socks feature a large-scale pattern that prominently extends across the front and continues to the toe. The design appears clear, graphic, and harmonious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe heel and toe are intentionally knitted in a single color, giving the striking pattern the space it needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes these socks special\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to the large two-color pattern, the construction also shows great attention to detail. The heel decreases are worked in a special way to create the characteristic shape that gives Kyoto its unique look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a sock that looks modern, but at the same time brings with it this tranquil Japanese aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fräulein Gerda","offers":[{"title":"German","offer_id":52878253621589,"sku":null,"price":3.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"English","offer_id":52878253654357,"sku":null,"price":3.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1028\/2945\/7749\/files\/Fraeulein-Gerda-Socken-Kyoto.jpg?v=1776958422"},{"product_id":"socken-hanami","title":"Hanami Socks","description":"\u003cp class=\"rteBlock\"\u003ePDF Knitting Pattern\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHanami is a sock knitting pattern from my Japan Collection, inspired by the quiet, special atmosphere of cherry blossoms in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe socks are knitted in two colors using a jacquard\/Fair Isle pattern. Due to the clear repetitions, the socks are pleasant to knit and quickly develop their own rhythm. Almost a little meditative, with that typical \"just one more round...\" feeling 😄\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pattern extends evenly over the entire sock, creating a fine, graphic structure that is simple yet never boring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs is typical for my designs, the heel is a deliberately placed detail that harmoniously integrates into the overall design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMeaning of the Name\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Japan, the name Hanami refers to the deliberate viewing of cherry blossoms in spring. This brief pause before everything starts up again. For me, this is exactly the feeling embedded in the design: light, delicate, and with those small moments where you think \"okay, this looks pretty beautiful\" while knitting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fräulein Gerda","offers":[{"title":"German","offer_id":52878207254869,"sku":null,"price":3.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"English","offer_id":52878207287637,"sku":null,"price":3.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1028\/2945\/7749\/files\/Fraeulein-Gerda-Socken-Hanami.jpg?v=1772259232"},{"product_id":"tuch-kodawari","title":"Kodawari cloth","description":"\u003cp class=\"rteBlock\"\u003ePDF knitting pattern\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKodawari combines modern simplicity with traditional Japanese influences and is part of my Japan Collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe symmetrical shawl thrives on its calm form and special details. Inspired by traditional Sashiko patterns, a structure is created that is clear, elegant, and yet suitable for everyday wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe special thing about it: The pattern is not knitted directly, but woven in and then embroidered. This is precisely how this typical character between modern lightness and traditional craftsmanship is created.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKodawari is one of those projects that are pleasant to knit and yet have that little \"wow\" moment when the pattern gradually becomes visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\" style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"\u003eMeaning of the name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Japanese, the name Kodawari stands for the conscious pursuit of meticulousness and attention to detail. This is exactly the feeling that this design embodies for me – in its calm structure, clear form, and the small details that ultimately make all the difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is also a matching beanie in the same design, so a harmonious set can be created.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🧶 A shawl balancing serenity, structure, and Japanese-inspired aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fräulein Gerda","offers":[{"title":"German","offer_id":52878193951061,"sku":null,"price":6.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"English","offer_id":52878193983829,"sku":null,"price":6.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1028\/2945\/7749\/files\/Fraeulein-Gerda-Tuch-Kodawari.jpg?v=1772113135"},{"product_id":"tuch-akari","title":"Akari cloth","description":"\u003cp\u003ePDF Crochet Pattern\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAkari is a crochet shawl from my Japan Collection and embraces the calm, clear aesthetic of traditional Japanese influences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design consists of an airy, repeating pattern across the entire shawl, creating a uniform and lightweight structure. It is worked exclusively with simple basic stitches such as chain stitches, single crochet, and double crochet, making the shawl very pleasant and relaxing to crochet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by Japanese design, Akari combines restraint with a modern, elegant effect that can be worn versatilely in everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe special character is created by the repetition of the pattern, which creates a calm rhythm while crocheting and gives the shawl its clear, open movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMeaning of the Name\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name Akari comes from Japanese and means light. Not bright, not loud, but like the gentle glow in the morning. For me, it describes exactly this mood: a shawl that captures this brightness, light, open, in motion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🧶 A crochet shawl balancing lightness and Japanese clarity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fräulein Gerda","offers":[{"title":"German","offer_id":52878181237077,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"English","offer_id":52878181269845,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1028\/2945\/7749\/files\/Fraeulein-Gerda-Tuch-Akari-Garten.jpg?v=1772114100"},{"product_id":"tuch-kogarashi-kopie","title":"Kogarashi Fabric","description":"\u003cp class=\"rteBlock\"\u003ePDF Knitting Pattern\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis symmetrical triangular shawl from the Japan Collection is a two-color knitting design (Fair Isle) that appears calm, but has that pleasant \"just one more round\" feeling when knitting 😄\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEspecially exciting:\u003c\/strong\u003e The pattern invites you to play creatively with colors. Some test knitters deliberately set off certain rounds in color, while the rest was worked in two colors, and precisely these variations make each shawl a unique favorite piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this shawl special\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKogarashi thrives on its symmetrical structure and a continuous, calm pattern flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA special highlight is the finishing at the end: the shawl is cut open and then edged with a continuous border. This creates a clean edge with a very high-quality finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo incorporated tucks also add a subtle color detail and give the shawl just the right amount of depth without being loud.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMeaning of the name\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKogarashi – the first cold wind that announces winter and is a sign that the last warm autumn days are over and hats and scarves should be taken out of the closet now at the latest.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fräulein Gerda","offers":[{"title":"German","offer_id":53755362836821,"sku":null,"price":6.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"English","offer_id":53755362869589,"sku":null,"price":6.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1028\/2945\/7749\/files\/Fraeulein-Gerda-Tuch-Kogarashi-Strand.jpg?v=1776957292"},{"product_id":"tuch-komorebi","title":"Fira Cloth","description":"\u003cp\u003ePDF Crochet Pattern\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet's face it: Santorini without shades of blue would be like crocheting without a hook – it just doesn't work. 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For me, the name represents the contrast between the endless, shimmering sea in blue and turquoise, and on the other hand, the dark, raw power of the volcano. That's why the black lava beads are so important to me. They symbolize the earthy, the mystical, that truly makes this shawl a piece of Santorini. 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Because here you don't just mindlessly crochet row after row. The individual sections are created in a special way and are later assembled into a shawl that is guaranteed to elicit that little \"Ohhh, how cool is that?\" reaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd let's be honest:\u003cbr\u003eWe all love projects where you occasionally stare at your crochet piece and think, \"Trust the process.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpoiler: It's worth it. 😉\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Frühlingserwachen\" combines creative crocheting fun with a unique construction and a modern look. A shawl for anyone who fancies something sophisticated without sacrificing comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cpCrocheting it feels a bit like the first coffee on the balcony after winter:\u003cbr\u003ewarm, light, happiness-inducing, and suddenly you have ideas for life again. 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