Crochet Tutorial: Strawberry Gingham Princess Doll – Free Crochet Pattern

This Strawberry Gingham Princess Doll is a sweet amigurumi-style crochet doll with a soft peach face, long charcoal-gray wavy hair, a red-and-white gingham crown, strawberry appliqués, a cream short-sleeved top, a full red gingham skirt, red shoes, and a small woven-look basket purse. The design also includes charming picnic accessories: a straw hat with red ribbon, tiny plates with strawberries, and a small lemonade bottle.

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Pattern Overview

This pattern is written in US crochet terms and is designed to create a doll that closely matches the pictured Strawberry Gingham Princess Doll. The finished doll has a large rounded head, slim neck, narrow shoulders, a small torso, long straight legs, rounded arms, a full skirt, and detailed strawberry-themed accessories.

The doll is worked mostly in continuous rounds for smooth amigurumi shaping. Clothing details are added directly onto the body where possible, while decorative pieces such as the crown, strawberries, skirt edging, basket, hat, plates, and bottle are made separately and sewn on carefully.

• Finished doll height: approximately 11.5–12.5 inches when made with sport weight cotton yarn and a 2.25 mm hook.
• Skill level: confident beginner to intermediate.
• Construction style: amigurumi body, crocheted clothing, surface embroidery, sewn appliqués, and small accessories.
• Main visual features: strawberry crown, gingham skirt, gray wavy hair, cream blouse, red shoes, basket bag, straw hat, tiny plates, strawberries, and lemonade bottle.

Materials

• Sport weight cotton yarn in peach skin tone.
• Sport weight cotton yarn in cream.
• Sport weight cotton yarn in bright red.
• Sport weight cotton yarn in white.
• Sport weight cotton yarn in charcoal gray.
• Sport weight cotton yarn in beige or straw tan.
• Small amount of green yarn for strawberry leaves.
• Small amount of pale yellow yarn for lemonade bottle.
• Small amount of light blue or pale mint yarn for bottle label detail.
• 2.25 mm crochet hook for the doll and clothing.
• 2.00 mm crochet hook for strawberries, crown details, shoes, and small accessories.
• 6 mm black safety eyes or black embroidery thread.
• Black embroidery thread for lashes.
• Light pink embroidery thread or soft blush for cheeks.
• Fiberfill stuffing.
• Yarn needle.
• Stitch markers.
• Small scissors.
• Sewing pins for positioning pieces.
• Optional thin cardboard or plastic circle for the hat brim and basket base.

Abbreviations

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

Gauge and Tension

Gauge is important because the doll has a neat, firm amigurumi surface. Your stitches should be tight enough that stuffing does not show through. The pictured doll has dense, even stitches, especially on the face, arms, legs, and blouse.

• Suggested gauge: 8 sc x 8 rounds = 1 inch using a 2.25 mm hook.
• Small accessory gauge: 9 sc x 9 rounds = 1 inch using a 2.00 mm hook.
• Stuffing rule: stuff gradually and firmly, but do not stretch the stitches.
• Colorwork rule: keep yarn carries loose enough that the skirt does not pull inward.

Important Notes Before Starting

The doll in the image has a round oversized head, small body, long narrow limbs, and a detailed outfit. To keep the same proportions, avoid making the torso too wide. The skirt should be wider than the body and should flare outward softly.

The red-and-white gingham effect is created with alternating red and white stitches. You will change colors frequently on the crown and skirt. For the cleanest result, finish the last yarn-over of the previous stitch with the next color.

• Work in continuous rounds unless the pattern says to join.
• Use a stitch marker at the first stitch of each round.
• Stuff the head firmly to keep the large rounded shape.
• Stuff the arms lightly so they hang softly at the sides.
• Stuff the legs firmly enough to support the doll when displayed flat.
• Sew the hair strands after the head is attached for better placement.

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Head

Use peach skin-tone yarn and a 2.25 mm hook. The head is shaped into a rounded oval with a full cheek area and a slightly smaller lower chin area. Place the eyes wide apart for the gentle doll-like expression seen in the picture.

1. R1: Make 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. R2: inc in each st 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–R20: sc in each st 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.
14. R23: sc 6, dec, repeat 6 times. 42 sts.
15. R24: sc 5, dec, repeat 6 times. 36 sts.

Insert safety eyes between R16 and R17, leaving 10 stitches between the eyes. The eyes should sit slightly below the center of the head, giving the doll a soft face with a high forehead for the crown and bangs.

1. R25: sc 4, dec, repeat 6 times. 30 sts.
2. R26: sc 3, dec, repeat 6 times. 24 sts.
3. Stuff the head firmly, shaping the cheeks with your fingers.
4. R27: sc 2, dec, repeat 6 times. 18 sts.
5. R28: sc 1, dec, repeat 6 times. 12 sts.
6. FO, leaving a long tail only if you want to sew the head separately. If continuing into the neck, do not fasten off.

Nose and Face Base

• Use peach yarn and embroider a tiny horizontal nose between R18 and R19, centered between the eyes.
• Make 3 short satin stitches across 2 stitches of width.
• Use black embroidery thread to add one small lash at the outer side of each eye.
• Add soft pink blush below each eye, about 2 rounds lower than the eye line.

Neck and Upper Body

The neck is slim and visible above the cream blouse. The body is narrow compared with the large head. The blouse begins just below the neck and has red trim around the collar and sleeve edges.

Continue with peach yarn if you did not fasten off the head. If you fastened off, join peach yarn to the bottom opening of the head.

1. R1: sc in each st around the 12-st opening. 12 sts.
2. R2: sc in each st around. 12 sts.
3. R3: sc 1, inc, repeat 6 times. 18 sts.
4. Change to cream yarn.
5. R4: BLO sc in each st around. 18 sts.
6. R5: sc 2, inc, repeat 6 times. 24 sts.
7. R6: sc 3, inc, repeat 6 times. 30 sts.
8. R7–R11: sc in each st around. 30 sts.
9. R12: sc 8, dec, sc 10, dec, sc 8. 28 sts.
10. R13: sc in each st around. 28 sts.
11. R14: sc 5, dec, repeat 4 times. 24 sts.
12. R15: sc in each st around. 24 sts.
13. R16: BLO sc in each st around. 24 sts. This round creates a ridge for the skirt waistband.
14. Change to peach yarn for the lower body hidden under the skirt.
15. R17: sc 3, inc, repeat 6 times. 30 sts.
16. R18–R20: sc in each st around. 30 sts.

Stuff the neck and torso firmly. Keep the neck straight so the head sits upright. The blouse should look smooth and fitted, not bulky.

Lower Body and Leg Join

The lower body is mostly hidden under the skirt, but it must support the legs. The legs are long, straight, and slim, with red Mary Jane style shoes at the feet.

1. R21: sc 3, dec, repeat 6 times. 24 sts.
2. R22: sc 2, dec, repeat 6 times. 18 sts.
3. R23: sc 1, dec, repeat 6 times. 12 sts.
4. Do not close completely. This opening will be used to attach the two legs securely.

Legs

Make two legs. Begin with red yarn for the shoes. The shoes are rounded at the front with a cream oval toe detail and a tiny strap across the top.

First Leg

1. R1: With red yarn, ch 6. Starting in the second ch from hook, sc 4, 3 sc in last ch. Work on the other side of the chain, sc 3, inc in last ch. 12 sts.
2. R2: inc, sc 3, inc 3 times, sc 3, inc 2 times. 18 sts.
3. R3: BLO sc in each st around. 18 sts.
4. R4: sc 5, dec 4 times, sc 5. 14 sts.
5. R5: sc 4, dec 3 times, sc 4. 11 sts.
6. R6: sc in each st around. 11 sts.
7. Change to peach yarn.
8. R7: BLO sc in each st around. 11 sts.
9. R8–R28: sc in each st around. 11 sts for 21 rounds.
10. Stuff the foot firmly and the leg moderately.
11. FO the first leg and leave a short tail.

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Second Leg

Work the second leg the same as the first leg, but do not fasten off. After R28, continue to join the legs.

1. R29: ch 2, join to the first leg with 1 sc in any stitch at the inner thigh. Sc 10 around the first leg, sc 2 across the chain, sc 11 around the second leg, sc 2 across the other side of the chain. 26 sts.
2. R30: sc in each st around. 26 sts.
3. R31: sc 11, dec, sc 11, dec. 24 sts.
4. R32: sc in each st around. 24 sts.

Attach this joined leg section to the lower body opening. Sew the 24-st top edge of the legs to the 12-st lower body opening by easing two leg stitches into each body stitch. This gives a stable hip under the skirt without making the waist too wide.

Cream Toe Ovals

Make two small cream ovals for the front of the red shoes.

1. R1: ch 5. Starting in second ch from hook, sc 3, 3 sc in last ch, sc 2 on opposite side, inc in last ch. 10 sts.
2. R2: sl st around all 10 sts.
3. FO, leaving a sewing tail.

Sew one cream oval to the top front of each shoe. Place it between R2 and R5 of the shoe so it looks like the pale opening of the Mary Jane shoe.

Red Shoe Strap

• With red yarn, ch 9 for each strap.
• Sew one end to the outer side of the shoe and the other end to the inner side.
• Position the strap across the cream toe oval.
• Add one tiny white French knot or small stitch at the outer side for a button.

Arms

Make two arms using peach yarn. The arms are slim, gently rounded at the hands, and hang downward beside the blouse. They should be long enough to reach the skirt waistband area.

1. R1: Make 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. R2: sc 1, inc, repeat 3 times. 9 sts.
3. R3–R5: sc in each st around. 9 sts.
4. R6: sc 1, dec, repeat 3 times. 6 sts.
5. R7–R22: sc in each st around. 6 sts for 16 rounds.
6. Stuff only the hand and lower arm very lightly.
7. Flatten the top and sc 3 through both layers.
8. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Sew the arms to the sides of the body at R7–R8 of the cream blouse. Angle the arms slightly downward. The shoulder join should be hidden by the sleeve caps.

Cream Blouse Details

The blouse has a cream base with red edging around the neckline, sleeve cuffs, and lower hem. Small strawberry appliqués decorate the front, placed evenly across the chest and lower blouse.

Red Collar Trim

• Join red yarn to the front center of the neck, in the unused front loops of body R4.
• Ch 1, sc evenly around the neckline, placing 1 sc in each front loop. 18 sts.
• Sl st to join and FO.

Lower Blouse Hem

• Join red yarn to the unused front loops of body R16.
• Ch 1, sc in each front loop around. 24 sts.
• Sl st to join and FO.

Sleeve Caps

Make two cream sleeve caps. These are small puffed sleeves that sit over the upper arms and match the image’s short cream sleeves with red edging.

1. R1: With cream yarn, ch 13.
2. R2: Starting in second ch from hook, sc 12. Ch 1, turn.
3. R3: inc, sc 10, inc. 14 sts. Ch 1, turn.
4. R4: sc in each st across. 14 sts. Ch 1, turn.
5. R5: dec, sc 10, dec. 12 sts.
6. Switch to red yarn.
7. R6: sc in each st across. 12 sts.
8. FO, leaving a long tail.

Wrap each sleeve cap around the top of an arm. Sew the upper edge to the shoulder line and the side seam under the arm. The red row should sit at the lower edge of the sleeve.

Gingham Skirt

The skirt is the strongest visual element of the doll. It is full, flared, red-and-white gingham, gathered at the waist, and finished with a cream scalloped edge. The gingham pattern uses blocks of red and white stitches.

Use a 2.25 mm hook. Work into the unused front loops of body R16, where the red waistband trim was also added. The skirt is worked downward from the waist.

Color Pattern for Gingham

• Round A: alternate 2 red sc, 2 white sc across the round.
• Round B: work red over red and white over white.
• Round C: shift the colors by working 2 white sc over the previous red block and 2 red sc over the previous white block.
• Round D: repeat the shifted colors again.
• Repeat these 4 rounds to form the checkered pattern.

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Skirt Base

1. R1: Join red yarn to the front loop at the center back waist. Ch 1, inc in each front loop around. 48 sts.
2. R2: Begin gingham pattern. Work 2 red sc, 2 white sc, repeat around. 48 sts.
3. R3: Repeat the same color placement as R2. 48 sts.
4. R4: Work 2 white sc, 2 red sc, repeat around. 48 sts.
5. R5: Repeat the same color placement as R4. 48 sts.
6. R6: sc 5, inc, repeat 8 times while continuing gingham color pattern. 56 sts.
7. R7: Continue gingham pattern. 56 sts.
8. R8: Continue gingham pattern, shifting colors as needed. 56 sts.
9. R9: sc 6, inc, repeat 8 times while maintaining gingham. 64 sts.
10. R10–R17: Continue gingham pattern for 8 rounds. 64 sts.
11. R18: sc 7, inc, repeat 8 times while maintaining gingham. 72 sts.
12. R19–R22: Continue gingham pattern. 72 sts.
13. FO red and white yarn neatly at the back.

The skirt should flare gently from the waist to the hem. If your skirt curls upward, lightly steam it without touching the iron to the yarn, or add one extra plain round before the scalloped edging.

Cream Scalloped Skirt Edge

Join cream yarn to any stitch at the back hem.

1. R1: ch 1, sc in each st around. 72 sts. Sl st to join.
2. R2: ch 1, skip 1 st, 5 dc in next st, skip 1 st, sl st in next st, repeat around.
3. FO and weave in the ends.

Small Strawberry Appliqués

Make several strawberries for the blouse, skirt, hair, crown, hat ribbon, and plates. The image shows small red strawberries with green leaf tops and tiny white seed dots.

Mini Strawberry

Make 10–14 mini strawberries depending on how many decorations you want.

1. R1: With red yarn and 2.00 mm hook, make 5 sc in MR. 5 sts.
2. R2: sc in each st around. 5 sts.
3. R3: inc in each st around. 10 sts.
4. R4: sc in each st around. 10 sts.
5. R5: sc 1, dec, sc 2, dec, sc 1, dec. 7 sts.
6. Stuff very lightly or leave flat for appliqués.
7. FO, leaving a sewing tail.

Green Strawberry Leaves

• Join green yarn at the top of the strawberry.
• Ch 3, sl st in second ch from hook, sc in next ch, sl st into top of strawberry.
• Repeat 3 times to make 3 small leaves.
• FO and weave in or use the tail for sewing.

White Seed Dots

• Use white embroidery thread or thin white yarn.
• Make 3 to 5 tiny straight stitches on each strawberry.
• Keep the stitches short so the strawberries stay delicate.

Placement

• Sew 4 strawberries onto the blouse: two near the upper chest and two lower near the waist.
• Sew 1 larger strawberry to the lower right side of the skirt.
• Sew 2 strawberries near the hair at each side of the crown.
• Sew 1 strawberry to the center front of the crown.
• Sew 1 strawberry to the small basket cloth.
• Use extras for plates or the hat ribbon.

Hair Cap

The doll has long charcoal-gray hair with a smooth cap, face-framing bangs, and many loose wavy strands flowing down both sides. Use charcoal gray yarn and a 2.25 mm hook.

1. R1: Make 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. R2: inc in each st 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–R13: sc in each st around. 54 sts.
11. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.

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Place the hair cap on the head so it covers the top and back of the head. The front edge should sit just above the eyes, leaving room for bangs. Sew around the edge using small, even stitches.

Bangs

The bangs in the image are soft vertical strips that fall over the forehead in the center. Make 5 bang pieces.

Center Bang

1. Ch 11.
2. Starting in second ch from hook, sc 10.
3. FO, leaving a tail for sewing.

Side Bangs

1. Make 4 pieces.
2. Ch 9.
3. Starting in second ch from hook, sc 8.
4. FO, leaving a tail for sewing.

Sew the center bang vertically at the middle forehead. Place two shorter bangs slightly to the left and two slightly to the right. Let them overlap a little for a layered look.

Long Wavy Hair Strands

The picture shows thick yarn-like wavy strands falling to the waist and beyond. Crochet cords create a neat and durable version of these waves.

Hair Strand Cord

Make 24 long strands and 8 shorter face-framing strands.

1. For each long strand, ch 42.
2. Starting in second ch from hook, work 2 sc in each ch across. This creates a curl. FO.
3. For each medium strand, ch 34.
4. Starting in second ch from hook, work 2 sc in each ch across. FO.

Hair Placement

• Sew 10 long strands along the lower back edge of the hair cap.
• Sew 5 long strands on the left side, beginning just behind the ear area.
• Sew 5 long strands on the right side, beginning just behind the ear area.
• Sew 4 medium strands near the front sides to frame the face.
• Let a few curls turn outward at the ends, as shown in the image.

Do not overfill the front hairline. The crown must sit on top of the head, so keep the top area smooth and reserve the bulk of the strands for the sides and back.

Gingham Princess Crown

The crown is red and white gingham with five pointed peaks, red edging, and a strawberry centered on the tallest front point. It sits across the top of the hair like a soft tiara.

Crown Band

Use a 2.00 mm hook. Work in rows. Alternate colors every 2 stitches to create the gingham effect.

1. R1: With red yarn, ch 49.
2. R2: Starting in second ch from hook, sc 48. Ch 1, turn.
3. R3: Work 2 red sc, 2 white sc across. 48 sts. Ch 1, turn.
4. R4: Repeat 2 red sc, 2 white sc across. 48 sts. Ch 1, turn.
5. R5: Work 2 white sc, 2 red sc across. 48 sts. Ch 1, turn.
6. R6: Repeat 2 white sc, 2 red sc across. 48 sts.

Crown Points

Continue along the top edge of the band. Work five points across the crown, with the center point slightly taller.

1. Point 1: sc 4, hdc 2, dc 2, ch 2, sl st in second ch from hook, dc 2, hdc 2, sc 4.
2. Point 2: sc 3, hdc 2, dc 3, ch 2, sl st in second ch from hook, dc 3, hdc 2, sc 3.
3. Center Point: sc 2, hdc 2, dc 2, tr 2, ch 3, sl st in second ch from hook, sl st in next ch, tr 2, dc 2, hdc 2, sc 2.
4. Point 4: sc 3, hdc 2, dc 3, ch 2, sl st in second ch from hook, dc 3, hdc 2, sc 3.
5. Point 5: sc 4, hdc 2, dc 2, ch 2, sl st in second ch from hook, dc 2, hdc 2, sc 4.

Red Crown Edging

• Join red yarn at one bottom corner of the crown.
• Sc evenly around all edges, placing 3 sc at each crown point tip.
• At the bottom edge, work 1 sc into each stitch.
• FO, leaving a long tail.

Wrap the crown around the top front of the head. Sew it to the hair cap only, not through the entire head. Add the center strawberry to the tallest point and small green leaves on top.

Basket Purse

The basket purse hangs across the body by a beige strap. It has a round woven-look body, a flat bottom, and a small gingham cloth or folded cover decorated with a strawberry.

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Basket Base

1. R1: With beige yarn and 2.25 mm hook, make 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. R2: inc in each st 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: BLO sc in each st around. 24 sts.
6. R6–R10: sc in each st around. 24 sts.
7. R11: sl st loosely in each st around for a firm rim.
8. FO and weave in the end.

Woven Texture Lines

• Use beige yarn and a yarn needle.
• Make 6 vertical surface stitches from the rim to the base.
• Space them evenly around the basket.
• Do not pull tightly; the basket should stay round.

Basket Strap

1. With beige yarn, ch 62.
2. Starting in second ch from hook, sl st in each ch across. 61 sl sts.
3. FO, leaving long tails.

Sew one end of the strap to the left side of the basket and the other end to the right side. Place the strap diagonally across the doll from one shoulder to the opposite hip.

Red-and-White Basket Cloth

1. With red yarn, ch 13.
2. R1: Starting in second ch from hook, work 2 red sc, 2 white sc across. 12 sts. Ch 1, turn.
3. R2: Repeat colors as established. Ch 1, turn.
4. R3: Shift colors: 2 white sc, 2 red sc across. Ch 1, turn.
5. R4: Repeat shifted colors. FO.

Sew the cloth to the top front of the basket so it appears tucked inside. Add one mini strawberry to the cloth.

Straw Hat Accessory

The hat in the image is a round straw-colored hat placed beside the doll. It has a flat circular brim, raised center crown, red ribbon, small strawberries, and a red bow.

Hat Crown

1. R1: With beige yarn, make 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. R2: inc in each st 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: BLO sc in each st around. 36 sts.
8. R8–R12: sc in each st around. 36 sts.

Hat Brim

1. R13: FLO sc 5, inc, repeat 6 times. 42 sts.
2. R14: sc 6, inc, repeat 6 times. 48 sts.
3. R15: sc 7, inc, repeat 6 times. 54 sts.
4. R16: sc 8, inc, repeat 6 times. 60 sts.
5. R17: sc 9, inc, repeat 6 times. 66 sts.
6. R18: sc 10, inc, repeat 6 times. 72 sts.
7. R19: sc in each st around. 72 sts.
8. R20: sl st in each st around for a neat edge.
9. FO and weave in the end.

Hat Spiral Texture

To create the straw spiral look, use beige yarn and surface slip stitch in a spiral from the center of the crown outward. Work gently so the hat does not pucker.

Red Hat Ribbon

• With red yarn, ch 48.
• Starting in second ch from hook, sl st in each ch across.
• Wrap around the hat crown and sew in place.
• Add 3 tiny strawberries along the front-left side of the ribbon.

Red Bow

1. Ch 8, sc in second ch from hook and across. 7 sts.
2. Ch 1, turn. Sc across. 7 sts.
3. FO and weave in ends.
4. Pinch the rectangle at the center and wrap red yarn around it 6 times.
5. Make two ribbon tails: ch 12, sl st back across. Make two pieces.
6. Sew the bow and tails to the side of the hat ribbon.

Small Plates

The image includes small white plates with red strawberry treats. Make two plates if you want to display the full scene.

White Plate

1. R1: With white yarn, make 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. R2: inc in each st 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 sl st in each st around to form a shallow rim. 30 sts.
7. FO and weave in end.

Plate Strawberry

For a simple strawberry plate, sew one mini strawberry to the center. For the slice-style plate on the left, use the following triangular piece.

1. With red yarn, ch 2.
2. R1: 2 sc in second ch from hook. Ch 1, turn.
3. R2: inc, inc. 4 sts. Ch 1, turn.
4. R3: inc, sc 2, inc. 6 sts. Ch 1, turn.
5. R4: inc, sc 4, inc. 8 sts.
6. FO red.
7. Join cream yarn and sc evenly around the triangle.
8. Join beige yarn and sc along only the widest edge for a crust-like base.
9. Add 3 white seed stitches on the red section.

Lemonade Bottle Accessory

The small bottle sits near the right side of the display. It is pale yellow with a narrow neck, soft green cap, and a light label detail.

1. R1: With pale yellow yarn, make 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. R2: inc in each st around. 12 sts.
3. R3: sc 1, inc, repeat 6 times. 18 sts.
4. R4: BLO sc in each st around. 18 sts.
5. R5–R11: sc in each st around. 18 sts.
6. R12: sc 1, dec, repeat 6 times. 12 sts.
7. R13–R16: sc in each st around. 12 sts.
8. Change to pale green yarn.
9. R17: sc in each st around. 12 sts.
10. R18: sc in each st around. 12 sts.
11. Stuff lightly.
12. R19: dec around. 6 sts.
13. FO and close the opening.

Bottle Label

• With white yarn, ch 12.
• Starting in second ch from hook, sc 11.
• FO and sew around the middle of the bottle.
• Embroider a small yellow circle on the label to suggest a lemon slice.
• Add two pale blue or mint horizontal stitches across the label if desired.

Blouse Strawberry Placement and Embroidery

The pictured blouse has several strawberries scattered across the front. Keep the placement balanced but not perfectly symmetrical. This gives the outfit a handmade picnic-dress feeling.

• Place one strawberry on the upper left chest.
• Place one strawberry on the upper right chest.
• Place one strawberry near the lower center front.
• Place one strawberry slightly left of the lower front.
• Add one tiny red embroidered dot between strawberries if extra detail is needed.

Sew each strawberry with matching red yarn around the edge. Tack the green leaves with tiny stitches so they do not curl away from the blouse.

Skirt Strawberry Detail

The skirt has a larger strawberry near the lower right front, placed above the cream scalloped hem. This strawberry should stand out against the gingham checks.

1. Make one strawberry using the mini strawberry pattern, but add one extra round after R4 for a slightly larger shape.
2. Embroider 5 white seed stitches.
3. Add 3 green leaves at the top.
4. Sew the strawberry to the lower right skirt front, about 3 rounds above the cream edging.

Hair Strawberry Clusters

Small strawberries decorate both sides of the hair near the crown. They look like sweet berry clips tucked into the gray curls.

• Make 4 mini strawberries.
• Sew 2 strawberries on the left side near the crown edge.
• Sew 2 strawberries on the right side near the crown edge.
• Add small green leaf stitches around each cluster.
• Keep them close to the head so they do not pull the hair strands down.

Optional Ear-Like Side Hair Anchors

The image does not show animal ears, but the side hair has small gathered berry clusters near the head. To create that rounded side fullness, you can anchor two short curls under each strawberry cluster.

1. Ch 18 with gray yarn.
2. Starting in second ch from hook, work 2 sc in each ch across.
3. Make 4 pieces.
4. Sew 2 curled pieces under each side strawberry cluster.

Waist Definition

The waist should be narrow and clean. The red blouse hem and the gathered skirt begin at the same level. This creates the appearance of a fitted cream top tucked into a full gingham skirt.

• After the skirt is finished, use red yarn to surface slip stitch around the waistline once.
• Keep this line directly above the skirt R1.
• Do not pull tightly or the skirt will pucker.
• Hide the yarn ends at the center back.

Body Assembly Order

The cleanest assembly order is important for this doll. Sew the main body first, then clothing details, then hair, then crown, then accessories. This prevents the smaller pieces from becoming twisted while you sew the larger parts.

1. Crochet and stuff the head, neck, torso, legs, and arms.
2. Attach the joined legs to the lower body.
3. Sew the arms to the shoulder area.
4. Add sleeve caps and red blouse trim.
5. Crochet the skirt directly onto the waist.
6. Add the cream scalloped skirt edge.
7. Sew hair cap onto the head.
8. Add bangs and long curls.
9. Sew the gingham crown onto the hair.
10. Add strawberries to crown, blouse, skirt, and hair.
11. Make and attach the basket strap across the body.
12. Make the optional hat, plates, and bottle for display.

Facial Embroidery

The face is simple and gentle. The eyes are black and glossy, the nose is tiny, and the cheeks are softly pink. Do not add a large mouth because the image has a quiet, sweet expression.

• Use black thread to add one short lash at the outer side of each eye.
• Use peach yarn to make the tiny nose with 3 horizontal stitches.
• Use pink thread or blush powder to color the cheeks below the eyes.
• Optional: add a very tiny curved mouth using pale pink thread, no wider than 2 stitches.

Red Sandal Shoe Details

The shoes are red with cream openings and small strap details. They should look rounded and slightly wider than the legs, matching the doll’s cute amigurumi style.

• Use the cream oval toe pieces to create the open shoe look.
• Sew the red strap across the upper foot.
• Add one tiny white stitch on each outer shoe side as a button.
• Use beige or tan yarn to surface stitch around the bottom edge if you want a sole detail.

Creating a Neat Gingham Finish

Gingham crochet can become messy if the color changes are too loose. For this doll, the checks should be clear, small, and bright. The red blocks dominate the skirt, while the white blocks create the picnic-style contrast.

• Change color on the final yarn-over of the stitch before the new color begins.
• Carry the unused yarn behind the stitches for short sections only.
• Do not carry yarn across long distances; drop and pick up as needed.
• Keep the inside of the skirt tidy because the hem flares outward.
• Steam lightly to relax the colorwork if it feels stiff.

Optional Display Moss and Picnic Layout

The photo shows the doll arranged on rustic wood with moss and picnic accessories. You do not need these for the doll, but the layout helps show the full strawberry princess theme.

• Place the straw hat to one side of the doll.
• Place one white plate with a strawberry near the skirt.
• Place the lemonade bottle beside the second plate.
• Let the basket hang naturally from the shoulder across the body.
• Arrange the curls outward so they frame the doll and skirt.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

Pin every piece before sewing. Check the doll from the front, back, and sides. The head should sit centered over the narrow neck, the arms should angle downward, and the skirt should spread evenly around the legs.

• Sew the hair cap firmly around the head before adding curls.
• Sew the crown after the hair is complete.
• Add the crown strawberry last so it stays centered.
• Attach the basket strap diagonally from shoulder to hip.
• Check that the shoes face forward evenly.
• Add blush only after all sewing is finished so it does not smudge.

For the most accurate expression, keep the eyes wide apart and the nose very small. The doll should look calm, sweet, and slightly princess-like, with most of the personality coming from the crown, gingham dress, strawberries, and long gray curls.

Care Notes

• Spot clean the doll with a damp cloth and mild soap.
• Do not soak the doll if safety eyes, blush, or cardboard supports were used.
• Reshape the skirt and hair curls while damp if needed.
• Let the doll air dry fully before storing.
• Keep away from pets and very young children if small sewn accessories are attached.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• The head is round, full, and firmly stuffed.
• The neck is straight and visible above the blouse.
• The blouse is cream with red collar, sleeve, and waist trim.
• The skirt is red-and-white gingham with a flared shape.
• The hem has cream scallops all the way around.
• The hair is charcoal gray with long wavy strands.
• The crown has red edging, gingham checks, five points, and a center strawberry.
• The blouse, skirt, hair, basket, and hat include strawberry details.
• The red shoes have cream toe openings and small straps.
• The basket hangs diagonally across the body.
• The straw hat, plates, and lemonade bottle are ready for display.

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

To preserve the shape of the doll, store it lying flat or standing gently against a soft support. Do not crush the crown, basket, or hat under heavier items. The gingham skirt should be smoothed outward before storage so the scalloped hem keeps its shape.

• Use a lint roller gently on the skirt and hair if dust appears.
• Use a soft toothbrush to remove dust from the basket and straw hat texture.
• Refresh flattened hair curls by wrapping them around your finger and lightly steaming nearby.
• Do not place a hot iron directly on the yarn.
• Keep the doll away from direct sunlight to protect the red and gray colors.
• Store small accessories in a labeled pouch if they are not sewn permanently to the display.

Your Strawberry Gingham Princess Doll is complete when the doll has a soft rounded face, long gray curls, a bright gingham crown, a strawberry-covered cream blouse, a full picnic-style skirt, red shoes, a basket purse, and matching strawberry picnic accessories arranged around her.