John McClane by Laurel Duruisseau

John McClane

Crochet
July 2024
3.5 mm (E)
US
English
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This Christmas movie icon is worked in worsted weight yarns, has wired limbs, a walkie-talkie, machine gun, and a bloodied shirt.

Finished Size: 10 inches tall
Level: Advanced Beginner/Intermediate
Skills: crochet, basic hand sewing, glueing
Completion time: 8-9 hours, depending on skill level

This pattern set features 14 pages of instruction and more than 50 colour photos. Also included is a general guide to materials and supplies. This project is suitable for crocheters with some experience. To complete this doll you will need:

Face and hands:
Patons Astra Light Yarn - Apricot (A) - 6 metres

Clothing:
Worsted yarns:
White (B) - 4 metres
Denim Blue (C) - 6 metres
Medium Brown (D) - 4 metres
Grey (E) - 4 metres
Scraps of red and black yarn (less than one metre)

Size E (3.5 mm) crochet hook
Stitch marker
Sewing needle & thread
Yarn needle
Hot glue and craft glue
2 x 6mm black safety eyes
4” dowel rod (approx 1/4” diameter)
Polyester stuffing
16-gauge wire - found at hardware stores
Wire cutters
Brown and red embroidery floss
Black polymer clay
Red paint or nail polish