Little Dazzler Doll: Veronica

Just finished another doll to add to our growing collection of patterns. This is Veronica, she is larger than my other dolls and She stands at 17 inches (43 cms).

The doll itself is knitted in DK yarn, hair is knitted in garter stitch and sewn in place. There is a choice of two hairstyles, ringlets or two buns and both are finished off with two cute little hair bows.

Her pretty dress is knitted in 4ply yarn and is removable. It fastens at the back with two buttons and a little bow at the waist band.

You can have lots of fun choosing the yarn and matching various colours. For the pink doll I used Bo Peep 4ply yarn which is a mottled pink and grey that knitted up beautifully and gave a very pretty effect.

For the doll with ringlets I used an old favourite of mine for the dress, King Cole Spot 4ply. It always looks good knitted up next to a contrasting colour.

Of course she can look just as good in a plain 4 ply yarn.

All pieces are knitted flat on two needles and sewn together. The pattern is a 23 page PDF document with row by row instructions and plenty of images to help with construction. The pattern can be purchased on Etsy, Ravelry and Lovecrafts

Little Dazzler Elephant: Edwin

The pattern for Ella’s twin brother Edwin is now complete. I’ve been trying to get it finished for ages but Christmas and family visits got in the way.

Edwin is a cheeky little elephant 12 inches (31 cms) tall and knitted in DK yarn, on 4mm needles. His clothes also in DK are knitted on 3.75mm and 3.25mm needles.

The play overalls and little cardigan are removeable so a few more outfits will add extra play value for the child and let you go wild finding interesting colour combinations from your stash.

Cute little elephants have become as much a staple in the traditional nursery as the teddy bear and they are just as fun to make and no doubt be treasured for years to come.

The pattern is a 20 page PDF document with row by row instructions and plenty of images to help with construction. You can find the pattern on Etsy and Ravelry

Snowman and Reindeer Baby Booties

I’ve been working on more booties over the last couple of weeks and created these little snowman and reindeer booties. I know we haven’t even got Halloween out of the way yet but I know people doing Christmas Craft Fairs need to knit well ahead.

The booties are knitted in DK yarn on 3mm needles and 2.75mm needles for the little heads. They are knitted flat on two needles and sewn together.

The snowman has a lovely carrot nose for detail and small pieces of icord make up the antlers on the reindeer. The wide jolly smile gives them that festive look.

The pattern comes in 2 sizes, 3-6 months and 6-9 months so would make cute little slippers for a baby’s first Christmas or festive season.

If you don’t have any babies to knit for they do make a novel little Christmas stocking filled with a few chocolate treats or little gifts for an older child.

The pattern is an 11 page PDF document giving row by row instructions and plenty of images to help with instruction. It is available on Etsy and Ravelry

Little Doll Head Booties

I’ve been busy making baby booties this past week and writing up the pattern for them. I love making little booties their quick to knit up and always look so sweet when finished. Instead of finishing them off with little animal heads I’ve gone for little doll heads instead.

These booties have a picot edging to give them a prettier more decorative effect. They are knitted in DK yarn even the little heads. The booties are knitted on 3mm needles and 2.75mm needles for the little heads.

As usual you can have a lot of fun combining different colours and they are a great project for using up those leftover balls of yarn.

All pieces are knitted flat on two needles and sewn together. They would make a lovely gift for a little one teemed with a matching knitted doll.

The pattern covers two sizes, 3-6 months and 6-9 months, it’s an 11 page PDF document giving row by row instructions and plenty of images to help with instruction. It is available on Etsy and Ravelry

Little Dazzler Elephant: Ella

Staying with the theme of elephants i decided to write up my pattern for Ella. Who doesn’t love a cute little elephant and they always find their way into a nursery collection of little animals.

Ella is 12 inches (31cms) knitted in DK yarn and has a dress and cardigan which are removeable.

I love using flecked or variegated yarn for the dresses as it adds more colour and gives a similar effect as a cotton print dress.

This dress fastens with two buttons at the back and with her matching hair bow she looks very coordinated!

As usual you can have a lot of fun pairing colours together. Her comfy cardigan gives her a cute little homely look. All pieces are knitted flat on two needles and pieces sewn together.

The pattern is a 22 page PDF document which gives row by row instructions with plenty of images to help with construction. The pattern is available on Etsy and Ravelry.

Little Elephant Baby Booties

For the past few weeks I have been working on some new baby booties. It’s just the weather for warm little booties to keep little toes nice and snug. These would make an ideal gift for baby showers or baby announcements.

These cute little booties are knitted in DK yarn on 3mm needles along with the elephant heads.

The pattern comes in two sizes 3-6 months and 6-9 months. All pieces are knitted flat on two needles and sewn together.

The pattern gives row by row instructions and plenty of images to help with construction.

The pattern is available as a download on Etsy and Ravelry

Bethann Bear

Over the past months I’ve been working on a few teddy bears, and happy to say I’ve finished them. This one is Bethann bear.

She is 12 inches (31cms) knitted in DK yarn with removable clothes which are also in DK yarn

The dress has a pretty lacy pattern for the skirt, which fastens at the back with two buttons.

The pattern is quite an easy one although it looks more intricate. I always find knitting anything lacy once you get into the rhythm of the pattern it becomes second nature.

Makes a cute gift for a little girl, and you can have a lot of fun with colour combinations. I love how each one turns out so different with a little character all of their own.

First Day at School

Suzie is a 13 inch (34 cms) doll knitted in DK and and ready for her first day at school wearing her smart uniform and new school bag.

All pieces are knitted flat on two needles and sewn together. Hair is knitted in garter stitch and sewn in place with yarn added to create plaits. School Pinafore and Cardigan which are removable are also in DK yarn.

The pattern can be adapted to accommodate all school colours. Would make a lovely gift for a little one due to start school.

The pattern is a 24 page PDF document which gives row by row instructions and plenty of images to help with construction. It is available on Etsy and Ravelry

There is nothing like sharing a sweet with your best friend at the end of the school day!

Sleepover

In this present lockdown climate I’m sure there are lots of little girls missing sleepovers with their best friends. At least with this project you can create a couple of sleepover pals that might tide a little girl over until these restrictions are lifted.

These little dolls and sleeping bags were made using the Rosa doll pattern.

The doll measures 8 inches ( 21 cms) and the sleeping bag is 9 inches (23 cms) so a good project for using up leftover oddments of yarn. For the last few months I’ve been knitting from my stash which is a good thing as I have so much yarn I don’t think I’ll ever get through it all. Must admit I am looking forward to the day when restrictions are lifted and we can do some real shopping, the local wool shop will be high on my list. I know you can buy yarn online but for me it’s not the same. I like to be able to see the yarn and touch it, and seeing lots of yarn beautifully displayed actually gives me more creative ideas.

Well keep safe everybody and happy knitting.

The Ballet Class

No quite Degas but these little girls are full of enthusiasm to get their performance right. What little girl doesn’t dream of becoming a prima ballerina and this little doll would make a lovely mascot.

Isabella is a 13 inch (34cms) ballerina doll knitted flat on two needles in DK yarn.

She is constructed in a standing position, the tutu skirt is knitted separately and sewn in place. The ballet wrap also in DK is knitted in garter stitch and removable.

The wrap is secured at the side by a little button.

The hair and bun are knitted separately and sewn in place, then adorned with a band and bow. A little ribbon rose can be added to the tutu for further embellishment.

The pattern is a 22 page PDF document which gives row by row instructions and plenty of photos to help with construction. It’s now available on Ravelry and Etsy