Free Crochet Doll Patterns

Patterns for Dolls

Every small child needs a soft baby to cuddle. Making crocheted dolls is a satisfying way to fulfill that need. Because you are making it yourself, you can choose the materials that go into it. You may want to consider organic wools, organic cotton stuffing and other eco-friendly materials. Since small children often put these items in their mouths, making the dolls pesticide free makes sense.

Some free patterns for dolls are:

• Crocheted bunting doll is an adorable project. This pattern comes in three sizes and is very Waldorf in style. Basic stitches make it a good project for beginners.
• This Raggedy Anne doll is just as cute as the original.
• If you have a little boy in the family that loves the ocean, make him this Sailor Crocheted doll. He is just the companion for nautical play.
• This clown doll will bring a smile to any youngster's face.
• Victorian lady is demure and beautiful in her lace embellished gown.
• Do you remember the old fashioned clown dolls with the plastic faces?
• Everyone needs a gnome doll. If you change the colors on this one, you can easily do a Papa Smurf.
• Tiny dolls are a perfect fit for small hands. They are great for keeping kids busy when you are running errands.
• Mrs. Claus is a cheery holiday project.
• Great take along toys, these crocheted mermaids will surely star in many imaginative situations.
• This larger mermaid is a beautiful and colorful project.
• Lily seems to be waiting to hear all of your child's whispered secrets.
• Perfect for the aspiring ballerina, this doll has poseable legs. With a few small changes, you could easily have a fairy.
• Tiny Red Riding Hood and Grandmother topsy turvy doll is small enough to be a quick project.
• Celebrate autumn with this friendly Scarecrow doll.
• Several patterns for topsy turvy dolls from literature can be found on this page.
  • Dorothy and the Cowardly Lion
  • Goldilocks and Bear
  • Alice and white rabbit
  • Cinderella and Fairy Godmother
• Another storybook character, Goldilocks is ready to eat some porridge.

Vintage Free Crochet Doll Patterns

Do you remember the plastic dolls with the beautiful, crocheted cotton dresses? You can still find patterns for these dresses. For example:

• Irish Coleen 1952
• Little Bo Peep 1951
• Little Red Riding Hood 1951
• Mary Christmas 1952
• Miss China 1952
• Miss France 1952
• Miss Holland 1952
• Miss USA 1952
• Miss Sweden 1952
• Miss Spain 1952
• Gibson Girl 1951
• Senorita 1953
• Cowgirl 1952
• Doll Pajama Bag 1963
• Christmas Bride

Since they tend to be intricately designed, these doll patterns are usually best for a crocheter with some experience.

Crocheted Dolls to Brighten Bathrooms

Not all dolls just sit around. Some work hard to help make your home beautiful. These free crocheted doll patterns are for the air fresher and toilet paper holder dolls that used to grace people's bathrooms 50 years ago.

• Indian Princess
• Samantha
• Toilet Tissue Holder doll
• Santa
• Mrs. Claus
• Toilet Tissue Cover doll

Tips for Crocheted Dolls

Any Internet search will turn up hundreds more free crocheted doll patterns. By using different patterns and varying the colors of yarn, you can make a huge variety of crocheted dolls and accessories. For very young children, make projects that do not have buttons and other items that may come off in a baby's mouth.

If you enjoy making these wonderful dolls, you may eventually run out of family members to give them to. Consider making them for children's hospitals, police stations, and homeless shelters. These organizations often deal with children that are experiencing traumatic situations. The toys that crafters donate can make a big difference in a child's life.

Choose you pattern carefully to match both your needs and your abilities so that you can enjoy your project to the fullest..