Val Pierce Doll Masterclass: Summer Doll Knitting Pattern

Difficulty

Beginner
Yarn Type

Aran / Worsted, DK / 8 ply
Designer

Val Pierce
Needle Size

US 3 / 3.25mm, US 5 / 3.75mm
Needle Type

Straight
Techniques

Stocking Stitch

Safety Notice: Handmade items made from this pattern may contain small parts or long cords that pose choking or strangulation risks. Not suitable for children under 3 years. Please see the full safety disclaimer at letsknit.co.uk/safety.

What you need to know

Learn to make a doll like a pro with Val Pierce's step-by-step knitting pattern

Knit Summer, our bright and beautiful doll in Val Pierce’s doll-making masterclass. Follow her step-by-step guide to making up your perfect playmate. She’s knitted using DK yarn and simple stitches. Here we bring you the instructions for the doll. Find her cheery outfit in part two, coming next week.

Sizing

35cm tall

What you'll need

Yarn: Stylecraft Special DK, shades (A) 1064 Mocha, (B) 1034 Sherbert, (C) 1241 Fondant Pink, (D) 1263 Citron, (E) 1316 Spring Green, one 100g ball of each, (F) Cream DK, small amount, (G) Drops Alpaca Boucle, shade 8903 Black, one 50g ball
Needles: 3.25mm, 3.75mm
Safety toy stuffing
Ribbon: chiffon, cerise
Stitch marker
Buttons: two
Sewing thread
Tapestry needle

Stitches and skills used

Cast on
Cast off
Knit
Purl
K2tog
Sl 1, k1, psso

Meet the designer

Val Pierce is a great friend of Let's Knit and has designed for us for many years. She has also published several knitting books, specialising in toy and baby knitting patterns. If you enjoyed making this pattern, we think you'll enjoy making Val's dress up bear, Arnie. View all of Val's patterns here.

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