Materials Needed & Measurements:
- Yarn: Worsted/4/Aran/10ply (3mm hook) or Light Worsted/3/DK/8ply (4mm hook)
- Hook: 3.0mm (G) or 4.0mm (G)
- Fiberfill for stuffing
- Safety eyes or embroidery floss (optional)
- Stitch markers and yarn needle
Measurements:
- Height: 8.5 – 9 inches (22 – 23 cm) with Worsted or Light Worsted yarn
- Height with Worsted yarn (different brands/hooks): 12 to 14 inches (30 – 35 cm)
Abbreviations Used:
- sc: single crochet
- inc: increase (2 sc in the same stitch)
- dec: decrease (single crochet 2 stitches together)
- st(s): stitch(es)
- FO: fasten off
Stitching Instructions for Making the Weebee Standard Size Baby Doll Pattern:
Head
- Start with the top of the head:
- Round 1: Begin with a MR, work 6 sc into the ring (6 sts). Pull tight to close.
- Round 2: Inc in each st around (12 sts).
- Round 3: Sc in next st, inc around (18 sts).
- Round 4: Sc in next 2 sts, inc around (24 sts).
- Round 5: Sc in next 3 sts, inc around (30 sts).
- Round 6: Sc in next 4 sts, inc around (36 sts).
- Shape the middle section of the head: Rounds 7-11: Sc in each st around (36 sts). This builds the rounded part of the head.
- Decrease for the base of the head:
- Round 12: Sc in next 4 sts, dec around (30 sts).
- Round 13: Sc in next 3 sts, dec around (24 sts).
- Round 14: Sc in next 2 sts, dec around (18 sts).
- Stuff the head firmly with fiberfill:
- Round 15: Sc in next st, dec around (12 sts).
- Round 16: Dec around (6 sts). FO, leaving a long tail to sew.
- Use the yarn tail to close any remaining gap and weave in the end.
Body
- Start at the neck opening:
- Attach yarn to the base of the head, evenly distributing stitches.
- Round 1: Ch 1, sc around the neck opening (12 sts).
- Round 2: Sc in next st, inc around (18 sts).
- Round 3: Sc in next 2 sts, inc around (24 sts).
- Work the torso:
- Rounds 4-6: Sc in each st around (24 sts). This forms the cylindrical shape of the torso.
- Round 7: Sc in next 2 sts, dec around (18 sts).
- Stuff the body firmly:
- Round 8: Sc in next st, dec around (12 sts).
- Round 9: Dec around (6 sts). FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
- Use the yarn tail to close the bottom and attach legs later.
Arms (Make 2)
- Start the arm shaping:
- Round 1: Begin with a MR, work 6 sc into the ring (6 sts).
- Round 2: Sc in next st, inc around (9 sts).
- Lengthen the arm: Rounds 3-6: Sc in each st around (9 sts).
- Close the arm:
- Round 7: Sc in next st, dec around (6 sts). FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
- Stuff the arm lightly before closing.
Legs (Make 2)
- Start the foot portion of the leg:
- Round 1: Begin with a MR, work 6 sc into the ring (6 sts).
- Round 2: Sc in next st, inc around (9 sts).
- Work the length of the leg: Rounds 3-7: Sc in each st around (9 sts).
- Finish the leg:
- FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.
- Stuff lightly to maintain shape.
Finishing Touches
- Assemble the doll:
- Attach the arms to the upper sides of the body using the yarn tails and a yarn needle.
- Sew the legs securely to the base of the body.
- Add facial features: Insert safety eyes or embroider the eyes with embroidery floss. Add a stitched nose and mouth.
- Optional embellishments:
- Crochet or attach yarn for hair, using strands looped into the head. Style as desired.
- Add clothing or accessories to customize your doll.
Your Weebee Standard Size Baby Doll is now complete! Enjoy creating variations by experimenting with different colors and accessories.
