Knit Autumn Doll

Knit Autumn Doll Pattern

This delightful knit doll is the perfect collectible or gift for fall lovers. Her cute striped sweater and pointed hat make her a joy to craft and display.

Materials:

• Worsted weight yarn in grey and red
• Set of 4 double-pointed needles, size US 6 (4.0 mm)
• Tapestry needle
• Two wooden buttons for decoration
• Stuffing (polyester fiberfill)
• Pair of scissors
• Wooden egg or cylinder for body support
• Embroidery thread for facial features

Gauge:

Not crucial for this project, but approximately 18 sts x 24 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch.

Abbreviations:

• CO: Cast On
• k: Knit
• p: Purl
• st(s): Stitch(es)
• k2tog: Knit Two Together
• rep: Repeat
• BO: Bind Off

Instructions:

Striped Sweater

1. With red yarn, CO 36 sts. Divide evenly among 3 needles and join in the round.
2. Rounds 1-2: (k2, p2) around.
3. Switch to grey yarn.
4. Round 3: Knit all sts.
5. Switch to red yarn.
6. Rounds 4-6: (k1, p1) around.
7. Continue alternating colors every two rounds for a total of 20 rounds.
8. Round 21: (k2tog) around - 18 sts remain.
9. Bind off all sts. Sew buttons on the front. Fit the sweater onto the wooden body and lightly stuff the top.

Hat

1. With grey yarn, CO 30 sts. Divide among 3 needles, join in the round.
2. Rounds 1-2: (k1, p1) around.
3. Rounds 3-10: Knit all sts.
4. Round 11: (k2tog) around - 15 sts remain.
5. Break the yarn, thread through remaining sts, pull tight to close the top of the hat securely. Tie off and weave in ends.

Finishing Touches

1. Stitch facial features with embroidery thread on the wooden egg for the face.
2. Attach hat to the doll's head.
3. Use a few strands of yarn to create hair, tying it under the hat.

Enjoy your cozy autumn doll ready to bring warmth and charm to your fall decorations!