Crochet Tutorial: Sulley in Overalls – Free Crochet Pattern

This cheerful crochet Sulley doll is made with a large turquoise plush body, rounded head, gray curved horns, purple spots, shiny safety eyes, a sweet stitched smile, and striped garden overalls. The outfit includes tiny buttons, shoulder straps, embroidered vegetables, a crossbody garden bag, sandals with leaf details, a sunflower headpiece, plus optional garden props such as a straw hat, flower pot, and tiny trowel.

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Pattern Overview

This pattern creates a soft seated garden monster doll with oversized plush proportions. The finished shape has a large round head, short neck, rounded torso, thick arms, long legs, broad feet, and detailed clothing layered over the body.

The body is worked mostly in continuous rounds. The overalls are worked separately with cotton yarn so the stripes look crisp against the fuzzy turquoise body. Smaller details are made with sport or DK cotton to keep the face, flowers, buttons, vegetables, sandals, and accessories neat.

• Finished size: about 14 inches tall when seated, or 17 inches from horns to toes if measured flat.
• Skill level: confident beginner to intermediate.
• Main technique: amigurumi in continuous spiral rounds.
• Gauge: 8 sc x 8 rounds = 2 inches with super bulky plush yarn and 5 mm hook.
• Construction: head, body, limbs, horns, clothing, sandals, flower, bag, and props are made separately and sewn together.

Materials

• Super bulky chenille yarn in bright turquoise for head, body, arms, legs, and ears: about 180 yards.
• Super bulky chenille yarn in medium gray for horns, claws, toe nails, and wrist tips: about 25 yards.
• Small amount of purple chenille yarn for body spots.
• Worsted cotton yarn in olive green, cream, tan, dark green, and brown for striped overalls.
• DK cotton yarn in yellow and brown for sunflower.
• DK cotton yarn scraps in orange, pink, red, white, blue, light green, and dark green for vegetable and flower appliques.
• Worsted cotton yarn in tan, brown, and olive green for sandals and crossbody bag.
• 5 mm crochet hook for plush yarn.
• 3.5 mm crochet hook for overalls and sandals.
• 2.5 mm crochet hook for flowers, vegetables, facial details, and props.
• 18 mm black safety eyes.
• 12 mm black safety nose or black yarn for embroidered nose.
• Two small tan buttons for overall straps.
• Fiberfill stuffing.
• Yarn needle, stitch markers, pins, scissors, and black embroidery thread.

Abbreviations

• MR: magic ring
• ch: chain
• sl st: slip stitch
• sc: single crochet
• hdc: half double crochet
• dc: double crochet
• inc: 2 sc in the same stitch
• dec: invisible single crochet decrease
• BLO: back loop only
• FLO: front loop only
• st: stitch
• sts: stitches
• FO: fasten off

Important Notes Before Starting

Use tight tension for every plush part. Chenille yarn can stretch, so stuff the pieces firmly but not so much that the stitches open. The head should be round and full, while the body should be slightly narrower so the overalls fit snugly.

Place the eyes and nose before the head is fully closed. The doll in the image has a friendly face with eyes set wide apart, a small black nose in the center, and a curved smile that rises gently toward the doll’s right cheek.

• Work plush pieces in continuous rounds unless the pattern says otherwise.
• Use a stitch marker at the first stitch of each round.
• When sewing pieces, use long yarn tails and pin everything first.
• For the exact garden look, keep the overalls slightly loose around the belly and short above the knees.

Head

Use turquoise plush yarn and 5 mm hook. The head is a large sphere, wider than the body, with the face placed slightly below the horizontal center line.

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. R2: inc around. 12 sts.
3. R3: sc 1, inc, repeat 6 times. 18 sts.
4. R4: sc 2, inc, repeat 6 times. 24 sts.
5. R5: sc 3, inc, repeat 6 times. 30 sts.
6. R6: sc 4, inc, repeat 6 times. 36 sts.
7. R7: sc 5, inc, repeat 6 times. 42 sts.
8. R8: sc 6, inc, repeat 6 times. 48 sts.
9. R9: sc 7, inc, repeat 6 times. 54 sts.
10. R10: sc 8, inc, repeat 6 times. 60 sts.
11. R11 to R20: sc around. 60 sts for 10 rounds.
12. R21: sc 8, dec, repeat 6 times. 54 sts.
13. R22: sc 7, dec, repeat 6 times. 48 sts.

Insert the safety eyes between R15 and R16, leaving 8 stitches between them. Place the safety nose between R17 and R18, centered between the eyes. The nose should sit about 2 rounds below the eyes.

1. R23: sc 6, dec, repeat 6 times. 42 sts.
2. R24: sc 5, dec, repeat 6 times. 36 sts.
3. R25: sc 4, dec, repeat 6 times. 30 sts.
4. R26: sc 3, dec, repeat 6 times. 24 sts.

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Stuff the head firmly. Shape it into a rounded ball with your hands as you fill. Keep the lower front slightly full so the smile has a soft cheek area.

1. R27: sc 2, dec, repeat 6 times. 18 sts.
2. R28: sc 1, dec, repeat 6 times. 12 sts.
3. R29: dec around. 6 sts.

FO, leaving a long tail. Weave through the front loops of the last 6 stitches, pull closed, and hide the tail inside the head.

Body

Use turquoise plush yarn and 5 mm hook. The body is shorter than the head and slightly pear shaped. It will sit inside the overalls, so keep the lower belly full.

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. R2: inc around. 12 sts.
3. R3: sc 1, inc, repeat 6 times. 18 sts.
4. R4: sc 2, inc, repeat 6 times. 24 sts.
5. R5: sc 3, inc, repeat 6 times. 30 sts.
6. R6: sc 4, inc, repeat 6 times. 36 sts.
7. R7: sc 5, inc, repeat 6 times. 42 sts.
8. R8 to R14: sc around. 42 sts.
9. R15: sc 5, dec, repeat 6 times. 36 sts.
10. R16 to R18: sc around. 36 sts.
11. R19: sc 4, dec, repeat 6 times. 30 sts.
12. R20: sc around. 30 sts.
13. R21: sc 3, dec, repeat 6 times. 24 sts.
14. R22: sc around. 24 sts.
15. R23: sc 2, dec, repeat 6 times. 18 sts.

Stuff firmly, especially at the base. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing the body to the head. The neck opening should be centered under the head and hidden by the upper edge of the overalls.

Arms

Make 2 arms with turquoise plush yarn and 5 mm hook. Each arm is thick at the shoulder and slightly narrower at the wrist, with a small gray paw tip.

Gray Paw Tip

1. R1: With gray yarn, 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. R2: inc around. 12 sts.
3. R3: sc around. 12 sts.

Turquoise Arm

1. R4: Change to turquoise, sc around. 12 sts.
2. R5: sc 1, inc, repeat 6 times. 18 sts.
3. R6 to R13: sc around. 18 sts.
4. R14: sc 4, dec, repeat 3 times. 15 sts.
5. R15 to R17: sc around. 15 sts.
6. R18: sc 3, dec, repeat 3 times. 12 sts.

Stuff the lower half firmly and the upper half lightly. Flatten the top opening and crochet 6 sc through both layers to close. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Legs

Make 2 legs with turquoise plush yarn and 5 mm hook. The legs are long, rounded, and visible below the short overalls.

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. R2: inc around. 12 sts.
3. R3: sc 1, inc, repeat 6 times. 18 sts.
4. R4: sc 2, inc, repeat 6 times. 24 sts.
5. R5 to R9: sc around. 24 sts.
6. R10: sc 6, dec, repeat 3 times. 21 sts.
7. R11 to R18: sc around. 21 sts.
8. R19: sc 5, dec, repeat 3 times. 18 sts.
9. R20 to R22: sc around. 18 sts.

Stuff firmly. Flatten the top and crochet 9 sc through both layers to close. FO, leaving a tail. Sew the legs to the bottom front of the body so they angle slightly forward and hang naturally when seated.

Feet

Make 2 broad feet with turquoise plush yarn. The feet sit inside sandals, so they should be oval and flattened at the bottom.

1. R1: ch 7. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 5, 3 sc in last ch, continue on other side of chain, sc 4, inc in last st. 14 sts.
2. R2: inc, sc 4, inc 3 times, sc 4, inc 2 times. 20 sts.
3. R3: sc 1, inc, sc 5, sc 1, inc, sc 1, inc, sc 5, sc 1, inc, sc 1, inc. 26 sts.
4. R4 to R6: sc around. 26 sts.
5. R7: sc 7, dec 6 times, sc 7. 20 sts.
6. R8: sc 6, dec 4 times, sc 6. 16 sts.
7. R9: sc around. 16 sts.

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Stuff the toe area firmly and the heel lightly. Flatten the back opening and sew each foot to the lower end of a leg. The toes should point forward and slightly outward.

Horns

Make 2 curved horns using gray plush yarn and 5 mm hook. These horns sit high on the head and curve outward like soft rounded cones.

1. R1: 4 sc in MR. 4 sts.
2. R2: sc around. 4 sts.
3. R3: sc 1, inc, repeat 2 times. 6 sts.
4. R4: sc around. 6 sts.
5. R5: sc 2, inc, repeat 2 times. 8 sts.
6. R6: sc around. 8 sts.
7. R7: sc 3, inc, repeat 2 times. 10 sts.
8. R8: sc around. 10 sts.
9. R9: sc 4, inc, repeat 2 times. 12 sts.
10. R10 to R12: sc around. 12 sts.

Stuff lightly. To create the curve, sew a few small tightening stitches along one side of each horn from base to tip. Pull gently until the horn bends inward. Sew the horns between R7 and R12 of the head, about 16 stitches apart across the top.

Ears

Make 2 small turquoise ears. They are partly hidden below the horns and should look like soft side bumps.

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. R2: inc around. 12 sts.
3. R3: sc 1, inc, repeat 6 times. 18 sts.
4. R4 to R5: sc around. 18 sts.
5. R6: sc 1, dec, repeat 6 times. 12 sts.

Do not overstuff. Flatten each ear slightly and sew one to each side of the head between R15 and R18, tucked behind the cheek line.

Purple Spots

Use purple chenille yarn and 5 mm hook. Make several different sizes to copy the scattered plush spots in the image.

Large Spot

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. R2: inc around. 12 sts.
3. R3: sc 1, inc, repeat 6 times. 18 sts.

FO with a long tail. Make 2 large spots for the arms.

Small Spot

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. R2: sc 1, inc, repeat 3 times. 9 sts.

FO with a long tail. Make 3 to 5 small spots. Sew one near the top left of the head, one on each upper arm, and one or two on the sides of the body where the overalls do not cover the plush fabric.

Striped Garden Overalls

Use worsted cotton yarn and 3.5 mm hook. Work in rows and join where stated. The color order should look earthy and garden themed: olive green, cream, tan, brown, dark green, cream, olive green, tan, and brown.

Shorts Front and Back Panel

Make the lower overalls as one piece. Change color every 2 rows unless instructed. Chain 1 at the beginning of each row does not count as a stitch.

1. Row 1: With olive green, ch 49. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 48. Turn.
2. Row 2: sc across. 48 sts.
3. Row 3: Change to cream, sc across. 48 sts.
4. Row 4: sc across. 48 sts.
5. Row 5: Change to tan, sc across. 48 sts.
6. Row 6: sc across. 48 sts.
7. Row 7: Change to dark green, sc across. 48 sts.
8. Row 8: sc across. 48 sts.
9. Row 9: Change to brown, sc across. 48 sts.
10. Row 10: sc across. 48 sts.
11. Row 11: Change to cream, sc across. 48 sts.
12. Row 12: sc across. 48 sts.
13. Row 13: Change to olive green, sc across. 48 sts.
14. Row 14: sc across. 48 sts.

Wrap the panel around the body at belly level. Overlap the back edges by 2 stitches and sew the back seam. The fabric should sit just under the arms and cover the body down to the top of the thighs.

Leg Openings

With the back seam centered, mark the front center and back center. Join olive green yarn at the bottom edge of one leg opening.

1. Round 1: sc 22 evenly around the first leg opening, sl st to join.
2. Round 2: ch 1, sc around. 22 sts.
3. Round 3: Change to cream, sc around. 22 sts.
4. Round 4: Change to olive green, sc around. 22 sts.

FO and repeat for the second leg opening. Keep the shorts short so the turquoise legs show clearly below them.

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Front Bib

The bib sits on the chest and is attached to the upper front of the shorts. Use striped colors to match the image.

1. Row 1: With cream, join yarn to the center front top edge of the shorts. Sc 20 across the front. Turn.
2. Row 2: sc across. 20 sts.
3. Row 3: Change to olive green, sc across. 20 sts.
4. Row 4: sc across. 20 sts.
5. Row 5: Change to tan, sc across. 20 sts.
6. Row 6: sc 2, dec, sc 12, dec, sc 2. 18 sts.
7. Row 7: Change to cream, sc across. 18 sts.
8. Row 8: sc 2, dec, sc 10, dec, sc 2. 16 sts.
9. Row 9: Change to olive green, sc across. 16 sts.
10. Row 10: sc across. 16 sts.

FO and weave in ends. The bib should reach the lower chest, leaving the turquoise neck visible above it.

Shoulder Straps

Make 2 straps in olive green. Each strap crosses from the back waist to the top front bib.

1. Row 1: ch 31. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 30. Turn.
2. Row 2: ch 1, sc 30. FO.

Sew one end of each strap to the upper back edge of the shorts. Cross the straps slightly over the shoulders and sew the front ends to the top corners of the bib. Add one tan button at each front strap end.

Overall Embroidered Garden Details

Use small yarn scraps and 2.5 mm hook. These tiny appliques copy the vegetables and flowers on the overalls. Sew them to the bib and shorts after the garment is fitted on the doll.

Carrot Applique

1. With orange, ch 6.
2. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc, hdc, hdc, dc, dc. FO.
3. With green, join at the wide top, ch 3, sl st in same space, ch 3, sl st in same space, ch 2, sl st in same space. FO.

Sew the carrot to the left side of the bib.

Mushroom Applique

1. With cream, ch 4, sc 3 across. FO.
2. With pink, join at top of stem, make 5 dc in same top edge space, sl st to opposite top corner. FO.
3. Add 2 tiny white straight stitches on the cap.

Sew the mushroom to the right side of the bib.

Green Sprout Stitches

1. With dark green embroidery yarn, make 3 vertical straight stitches in the center of the bib.
2. Add 2 angled leaf stitches beside each vertical line.
3. Repeat this small sprout group twice across the front.

Crossbody Garden Bag

The small bag hangs at the doll’s right hip with a diagonal strap crossing the chest. Use tan and olive worsted cotton with a 3.5 mm hook.

Bag Body

1. R1: With tan, ch 9. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 7, 3 sc in last ch, work on other side, sc 6, inc. 18 sts.
2. R2: inc, sc 6, inc 3 times, sc 6, inc 2 times. 24 sts.
3. R3: BLO sc around. 24 sts.
4. R4 to R8: sc around. 24 sts.
5. R9: Change to olive, sc around. 24 sts.
6. R10: crab stitch or reverse sc around for a firm rim. FO.

Bag Flap

1. Row 1: With tan, ch 11. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 10. Turn.
2. Row 2: sc across. 10 sts.
3. Row 3: dec, sc 6, dec. 8 sts.
4. Row 4: dec, sc 4, dec. 6 sts.

FO. Sew the flap to the back top edge of the bag and fold it to the front.

Bag Strap

1. With olive green, ch 56.
2. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sl st in each ch across. 55 sl sts.

Sew one end to each side of the bag. Place the strap from the doll’s left shoulder to the right hip. Tack the strap lightly to the overalls so it stays in position.

Flowers on Bag

1. Blue flower: With blue, 5 sc in MR, sl st to first sc. In each stitch, work ch 2, dc, ch 2, sl st. FO.
2. Red flower: Repeat the same flower with red yarn.
3. Yellow center: With yellow, make 4 sc in MR, close, and sew to flower center.
4. Leaf: With green, ch 5, sl st, sc, hdc, sc along chain. FO.

Sew the tiny flowers and leaf to the front of the bag, clustered near the lower right corner.

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Sandals

The sandals are open-toe garden sandals with brown straps, green soles, and small leaf decorations. Make 2 using 3.5 mm hook.

Green Sole

1. R1: With olive green, ch 10. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 8, 3 sc in last ch, work on other side, sc 7, inc. 20 sts.
2. R2: inc, sc 7, inc 3 times, sc 7, inc 2 times. 26 sts.
3. R3: sc 1, inc, sc 8, sc 1, inc, sc 1, inc, sc 8, sc 1, inc, sc 1, inc. 32 sts.
4. R4: sl st around for a neat edge. FO.

Brown Foot Strap

1. With brown, ch 15.
2. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 14. FO.

Place the strap across the top front of the turquoise foot. Sew both ends to the sides of the sole. Repeat for the second sandal.

Back Strap

1. With brown, ch 18.
2. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 17. FO.

Sew the back strap around the heel. Attach the completed sandal to the bottom of the foot with a few hidden stitches so it does not slide off.

Toe Nails

Make 3 tiny gray ovals for each foot.

1. R1: With gray, 5 sc in MR. Sl st to first sc. FO.

Sew 3 gray ovals to the front of each foot, above the sandal strap, matching the rounded toenails shown in the image.

Sandal Leaves

1. With light green, ch 5.
2. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sl st, sc, hdc, 3 hdc in last ch.
3. Work on opposite side of chain, hdc, sc, sl st. FO.

Make 4 leaves. Sew 2 leaves to each sandal near the outer side of the front strap.

Sunflower Headpiece

The sunflower sits on the top right side of the head, close to one horn. Use DK cotton yarn and 2.5 mm hook.

Flower Center

1. R1: With brown, 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. R2: inc around. 12 sts.
3. R3: sc 1, inc, repeat 6 times. 18 sts.
4. R4: sl st around. FO.

Petals

Join yellow yarn to any front loop of R4.

1. Petal 1: ch 4, starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc, hdc, dc, sl st into next stitch of flower center.
2. Repeat Petal 1 around until you have 18 petals.
3. FO and weave in ends.

Leaf Behind Flower

1. With green, ch 7.
2. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sl st, sc, hdc, dc, hdc, 3 sc in last ch.
3. Work back along the other side, hdc, dc, hdc, sc, sl st. FO.

Sew the leaf behind the sunflower. Sew the sunflower to the head between the right horn and the center top, tilted slightly forward.

Optional Straw Hat Prop

The straw hat lies beside the doll in the image. It is not worn, but it completes the garden scene. Use tan cotton yarn and 3.5 mm hook.

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. R2: inc around. 12 sts.
3. R3: sc 1, inc, repeat 6 times. 18 sts.
4. R4: sc 2, inc, repeat 6 times. 24 sts.
5. R5: sc 3, inc, repeat 6 times. 30 sts.
6. R6: BLO sc around. 30 sts.
7. R7 to R10: sc around. 30 sts.
8. R11: FLO sc 4, inc, repeat 6 times. 36 sts.
9. R12: sc 5, inc, repeat 6 times. 42 sts.
10. R13: sc 6, inc, repeat 6 times. 48 sts.
11. R14: sc around. 48 sts.

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FO and flatten the brim slightly. For the blue ribbon, ch 46 with blue yarn and sl st across. Wrap around the crown and tie or sew into a bow. Add 2 small white flowers with yellow centers to the ribbon.

Optional Flower Pot Prop

The small flower pot is worked in terracotta cotton yarn with red flowers and green stems. Use 2.5 mm hook.

Pot

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. R2: inc around. 12 sts.
3. R3: sc 1, inc, repeat 6 times. 18 sts.
4. R4: BLO sc around. 18 sts.
5. R5: sc around. 18 sts.
6. R6: sc 2, inc, repeat 6 times. 24 sts.
7. R7 to R9: sc around. 24 sts.
8. R10: FLO sc around. 24 sts.
9. R11: sl st around. FO.

Soil Insert

1. R1: With brown, 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. R2: inc around. 12 sts.
3. R3: sc 1, inc, repeat 6 times. 18 sts.
4. R4: sc 2, inc, repeat 6 times. 24 sts.

Sew the soil circle into the top of the pot.

Flower Stems and Blossoms

1. Stem: With green, ch 8, sl st in each ch back. Make 5 stems.
2. Leaf: ch 4, sl st, sc, hdc back along chain. Make 6 leaves.
3. Flower: With red, 5 sc in MR. In each sc, work ch 2, hdc, ch 2, sl st. Make 5 flowers.
4. Center: Add a tiny yellow knot to each flower center.

Sew stems to the soil, then sew flowers to the top of the stems. Add leaves around the stems.

Optional Garden Trowel Prop

The tiny trowel is made with a white blade and striped green handle. Use DK cotton yarn and 2.5 mm hook.

Blade

1. With white, ch 7.
2. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 5, 3 sc in last ch, work along other side, sc 4, inc. 14 sts.
3. R2: sc 3, hdc 3, 3 hdc in next st, hdc 3, sc 4. FO.

Handle

1. With tan, ch 12.
2. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 11. Turn.
3. Change to green, ch 1, sc 11. FO.

Sew the blade to one end of the handle. Add 2 green wrap stitches around the lower handle for the striped look.

Face Embroidery

Use black embroidery thread for the mouth. Thread a sharp needle and enter from the back of the head. Bring the needle out about 2 rounds below the nose and 2 stitches to the doll’s left.

1. Make one long curved stitch from the left smile point to the right smile point, ending 4 stitches to the doll’s right and 1 round higher.
2. Anchor the curve with 2 tiny couching stitches along the smile so it stays smooth.
3. Do not pull too tightly; the smile should rest on the surface, not sink deeply into the plush face.
4. Add 2 tiny black nostril stitches if you used a crocheted or embroidered nose instead of a safety nose.

Nose Option If You Do Not Use a Safety Nose

Use black worsted yarn and a 3.5 mm hook to make a small oval nose.

1. R1: ch 5. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 3, 3 sc in last ch, work on other side, sc 2, inc. 10 sts.
2. R2: sl st around. FO.

Sew the nose between the eyes. Add one short vertical black stitch under the nose before beginning the smile.

Assembly Order

Assemble slowly and pin every piece first. The doll should sit upright on a bench or shelf, with the legs hanging downward and the head balanced over the body.

1. Sew the head to the body using the long body tail. Go around the neck opening twice for strength.
2. Sew the legs to the lower front body, placing them about 5 stitches apart.
3. Sew the feet to the ends of the legs with toes facing forward.
4. Fit the overalls onto the body and sew the back seam closed if needed.
5. Sew the arms to the sides of the body at shoulder height, just under the head.
6. Attach the horns to the top sides of the head, curving inward and upward.
7. Attach the ears slightly below and behind the horns.
8. Sew the purple spots onto the head and arms.
9. Add sandals to the feet and sew toe nails above each strap.
10. Attach the sunflower headpiece beside the right horn.
11. Add the crossbody bag and tack the strap in place.
12. Sew tiny vegetables and flowers to the overalls and bag.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

Check the doll from the front before tying final knots. The eyes should look level, the nose should be centered, and the smile should curve gently upward. Adjust the sunflower so it leans forward slightly instead of lying flat.

Brush the plush yarn lightly with your fingers only. Do not use a hard brush, because chenille fibers can loosen. Shape the head, arms, feet, and belly by gently pressing the stuffing into place.

• Head angle: centered, slightly tilted forward for a friendly look.
• Arm angle: arms hang down beside the overalls, with paws near the hip line.
• Leg angle: legs sit forward from the body so the doll can rest on a shelf.
• Bag placement: strap crosses from left shoulder to right hip.
• Flower placement: sunflower sits high near one horn.

Care Notes

Spot clean only with a damp cloth and mild soap. Do not machine wash if you used safety eyes, buttons, or glued details. Let the doll air dry completely before storing.

• Keep away from high heat and direct sunlight for long periods.
• Do not wring or twist the plush body.
• Re-shape the head and limbs while damp if needed.
• Check sewn buttons and small appliques regularly.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• The head is round, full, and larger than the body.
• Both gray horns are even and curve inward.
• The black eyes are wide and glossy with a centered nose.
• The stitched smile is smooth and slightly curved.
• Purple spots are sewn to the head and arms.
• The striped overalls have short legs, front bib, straps, and buttons.
• The carrot, mushroom, sprouts, and bag flowers are securely attached.
• The sandals have green soles, brown straps, gray toe nails, and leaf decorations.
• The sunflower headpiece is placed beside the horn.
• The optional straw hat, flower pot, and trowel match the garden theme.

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

Store the finished doll in a clean, dry place. If displaying it near a window, rotate it occasionally so one side does not fade faster than the other. Keep the small props together in a soft box when not on display.

For dust, pat the surface with a clean dry cloth. For stains, dab gently with cool water and a tiny amount of mild soap. Avoid soaking the overalls because cotton stripes may stretch if they become too wet.

After cleaning, lay the doll flat on a towel. Support the horns, sunflower, and sandals so they keep their shape while drying. When fully dry, fluff the plush body gently with your fingers and recheck all sewn decorations.