Free Fashion Doll Crochet Patterns

Free Fashion Doll Crochet Patterns Online

Once you determine the size and model of your fashion doll, take your time and browse the many crocheting Web sites out there for the perfect free patterns.

Barbie Doll Patterns

Barbie has been popular for more than 50 years, so you know will find more patterns than you will probably ever need. Here are a few of the more popular Web sites and styles:

• Groovy Crochet has directions for a Barbie belted dress that will fit any 11 1/2-inch fashion doll. You need mercerized knitting and crochet cotton, a size 5 steel hook and a small snap fastener.
• Creative Hands has patterns for doll bride and bridesmaid's dresses. Cotton crochet thread, mini pearls, ribbon and lace are some of the supplies needed for these two projects.
• Crochet Along has a picture and instructions for this simple ballet costume. All you need is a ball of LusterSheen, two one-inch ponytail holders the same color as the yarn and a size C crochet hook.
• Simply Grace Designs outlines how to make adorable crocheted sweaters, which are perfect for today's Barbie dolls or those from your childhood. Use mohair-look yarn, an F-5 hook and embellishments of your choice.
• Craftown doesn't forget that Barbie's pal Ken needs some cool crocheted clothes too. Here are the directions for a riverboat gambler ensemble using crochet cotton, a size 5 hook and embellishments.

American Girl Doll Patterns

There are some great patterns on the Internet for clothes for American Girl dolls. These same sized outfits will also fit the vintage 18-inch dolls, such as some of the Ideal Toy Corporation's Crissy family dolls or the ever-popular, hard-to-find Gotz dolls, in the 16- to 19-inch size models. Some free patterns include:

• CrochetnMore recommends using chenille yarn and a size K hook to make this cute doll hood.
• Dustbunnies has a cute jumper with matching buttons. Use worsted weight yarn and a G crochet hook. Buttons or snaps to match are also needed.
• Button Specialities has a patten for a Santa hat that uses red and white yarn and an I crochet hook.

Other Free Doll Patterns

Fashion dolls come in many shapes and sizes, as do the crocheting patterns for their clothes. Here are some other Web sites with various free fashion doll crochet patterns:

• Crochet Crafters
• Piece-by-Piece
• Free Vintage Crochet
• Crochetville
• Needles and Pinza

Clothes that Stand the Test of Time

Not sure if your daughter or granddaughter will like the outfit you're crocheting for her doll? Don't worry. There are many fashion doll clothing and accessory items that never go out of style:

• Hats
• Blankets
• Slippers
• Wedding dresses
• Doll carriers
• Jumpers
• Ponchos
• Flared pants
• Peasant-style shirts
• Purses
• Scarves
• Sweaters

Laundering Crocheted Doll Clothes

Washing a crocheted doll outfit depends in part on how well it is made. Some of the stronger, tightly-hooked items can be machine-washed on a delicate cycle. However, if you aren't sure your handmade items will hold up in a machine, hand-washing may be your best bet. Just use a little hand soap or dish washing soap and rinse well. Allow the items to dry flat. Never put the items in the dryer as they may lose their shape, fall apart or shrink.