Crochet 9" Witch Doll
The Crochet 9" Witch Doll is a whimsical and charming creation that will surely add a touch of magic to any space. With intricate crochet work and exquisite attention to detail, this doll is not just a toy but a work of art. Perfect for Halloween decor or as a unique gift for a friend who loves all things mystical, the Witch Doll is sure to put a smile on anyone's face. Its friendly charm and handcrafted feel make it a delightful addition to any collection.
Materials Required:
3.75mm hook (size F)
Worsted weight yarn, small amounts of: green(A), black(B), bright pink ©), blue (D)
Small amount polyester stuffing
E beads (about 2mm in size) 2 black, 4 in assorted colours
Note: to sc dec: draw up loop in next 2 sts, yo, draw through all 3 loops.
Join at ends of rnds.
Doll is app. 11" including hat.
NOT for small children.
With A, ch2. 6sc in 2nd ch from hook, join.
Rnd 2: 2sc in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: Sc in 1 st, (2sc in 1, sc in 2) around. (16)
Rnd 4-7: Sc around.
Rnd 8: (dec, sc in next) around. Sc in last. (11) Stuff.
Rnd 9: Sc around, FO col A.
Rnd 10: Join B in back with sl st. Working in blps only this round, 2sc in each st around. 922)
Rnd 11-17: Sc around.
Rnd 18: In blps only, sc around.
Rnd 19: Sc around.
Rnd 20: (dec, sc in next) around. Sc in last. Stuff. (15)
Rnd 21: Dec around, sc in last, (8). Leaving long end, FO. Weave tail through sts of last round, pull tight and fasten securely.
Legs: Make 2 the same. Yarn not in used is carried loosely up the back.
Leave about 6" tail to start: With C, ch7. Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. (6)
row 2: (RS) Sc across, changing to D in last st.
Rnd 3-4: With D, sc across, changing to col C in last st of round.
Row 5-20: Repeat row 3& 4, changing colours every 2 rows. FO at end of 20, leaving long tail for joining row ends.
With RS facing, with B, join in 1st st of row 20.
Row 1: (2sc in 1 st, sc in 2) twice. (8)
Row 2-4: Sc across. Leave about 5" tail.
With wrong sides tog, st long sides together with long tail. Weave 5" tail of boot in and out of sts of last row, pull tightly, fasten securely. If desired, stuff leg lightly before attaching to bottom of body. Picture shown has stuffed legs.
Arms: With B, ch13, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. (12)
Row 2-5: Sc across, leaving about 12" end, FO.
For hand, Join A in row end. Ch1, sc 5sc evenly across row ends.
Row 2-3: Sc across. FO at end of 3, leaving about 5" tail. Fold arm in ½ lengthwise. Using matching colour tails, st along length, with 4" tail of A, weave in and out of sts of hand, pull to close, secure.
St arms in place at sides at app. Rnd 10.
Neck Trim:
With D and head toward you, join with sl st at back in unworked loops of rnd 9. Ch1, sc in same st. (ch2, sc in next st) around. Join, FO.
Skirt: With B and head toward you, join with sl st at back in unworked loop of rnd 17. Ch3(counts as first dc), dc in each st around. (22dc)
Rnd 2: (dc in 1 st, 2dc in next) around. (33)
Rnd 3: Dc around.
Rnd 4: (dc in 2, 2dc in next) around. (44)
Rnd 5: Dc around. FO.
Rnd 6: (trim) With D, join with sl st at back. Ch1 (does not count as first st) sc in 2sts, (ch3, sc in 2sts) around. Join, FO.
Hat:
With B, ch20, join to form ring. Ch1, sc in ea st around, FO.
Rnd 2: Join D, working in unworked loops of starting ch, sc around.
Rnd 3: (sc in 3, dec) around. (15)
Rnd 4: Sc around.
Rnd 5: (sc in 2, dec) around. (12)
Rnd 6& 7: Sc around.
Rnd 8: Repeat rnd 5. (9)
Rnd 9: Sc around.
Rnd 10: (Sc in 1, dec in next) around. (6). FO. Weave tail in and out of sts of rnd 10, ull tight, fasten securely.
Brim: With D, join at back in flp at base of hat. Work 2sc in each flp around. (40)
Rnd 2: (sc in 2sts, 2sc in next) around. Sc in last. (52) FO, weave in ends.
For Hair, cut several pieces of hair colour about 4" With two pieces together, fold in half. Insert hook through blp of rnd 10, draw through yarn pieces. Yo with tails, pull through loop and pull tightly. Repeat around base of hat. When finished, stuff hat lightly, place on head, stitch in place. Trim hair.
Attach two black beads to face for eyes, attach 4 assorted beads down front of bodice.