Required stitches include Chain (ch), Single Crochet (sc), Double Crochet (dc), Increase and Decrease for both sc and dc, Backloop Only (blo).

Most body parts are started using a magic ring and worked in continuous rounds unless otherwise indicated. Hence a stitch marker will be handy to keep track of the beginning or end of your rounds

If you are not familiar with the magic ring, you may wish to start with ch 2 and crochet the indicated number of sc into the 2nd ch from the hook

We insert pipe cleaners or soft wire into the limbs, body and head of the doll before stuffing with poly-fil.

We use embroidery thread to sew the eyes. You may also use craft eyes or beads, or cut felt pieces in the shape of eyes.

Gauge is not critical as long as consistent tension is applied.

We consider this pattern an intermediate one where you are already familiar with the different crochet stitches and able to join parts together.

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We hope you’ll love the doll as much as we do!