Newborn Infant Mannequin Head by Nan Sovde

Newborn Infant Mannequin Head

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Crochet
April 2012
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
4 stitches and 4.5 rows = 1 inch
3.75 mm (F)
2.75 mm (C)
200 - 450 yards (183 - 411 m)
US
English
Discontinued. This digital pattern is no longer available online.

See the New Pattern with all the sizes, Baby, Infant, Toddler: called the Newborn, Infant, Toddler Mannequin Head pattern

PDF pattern: INCLUDES Photos, detailed pattern, and stuffing tips. Also includes tips on using #18 Nylon Crochet cord.

Note: My original design and pattern since 2012 (revised in January 2017).

Recommended Materials:
600 yards of #18 Nylon Crochet thread (Hobby Lobby Artiste brand or La Espiga are what I use)

Morning Glory Premium Fiberfill (20 oz or more) or Crafters Choice- the DRY COURSE kind that packs firmly for making dolls. (Soft silky kind of fiberfill will not work for this project).

A yarn needle

A large dowel to assist with stuffing

Newborn MANNEQUIN HEAD PATTERN:
Finished size is approximately 14” circumference

Infant MANNEQUIN HEAD PATTERN:
Finished size approximately 16” circumference.

Toddler MANNEQUIN HEAD PATTERN:
Finished size is approximately 18” circumference

ACCOMMODATION SIZES ARE ESTIMATES BASED ON AVERAGE HEAD CIRCUMFERENCE OF AGE RANGE PROVIDED

Measurements of babies vary widely even when in same age group; size estimates are ‘estimates’ only, and my age labels are based on general averages/estimates of babies measurements, along with fittings of particular baby garments. Baby garments also vary widely in measurements even when labeled as “newborn”, “12 month”, etc. Use the size mannequin for your particular garment’s measurements that work best for you.

Patterns are worked in the round. The mannequin head is created in two parts: the head and a bottom section which is sewn on with yarn after stuffed.

YOUR PERSONAL GAUGE WILL AFFECT SIZE: CHECK YOUR GAUGE.
The type/weight of Yarn or Cord used will also affect gauge