Crochet Tutorial: Grogu Garden Helper in Overalls – Free Crochet Pattern.

This adorable crochet garden helper is made with a soft lime-green plush body, oversized rounded head, wide pointed ears, glossy safety eyes, pink cheek details, blue denim-style overalls, striped green-and-white shirt sleeves, tiny sandals, a straw sun hat, a pea-pod crossbody bag, flower embroidery, and miniature garden accessories. The finished doll has a sweet sitting pose with short legs, rounded arms, and a gentle handmade garden theme.

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Finished Size

• Main doll: About 11–12 inches tall when made with plush yarn and a 4.0 mm hook.
• Head width: About 6.5–7 inches across before ears.
• Ear span: About 12–13 inches from tip to tip.
• Hat: About 4.5 inches wide.
• Pea pod bag: About 3.25 inches long.
• Mini garden pieces: About 1–2 inches each.

Skill Level

Intermediate amigurumi. The main body is beginner-friendly, but the outfit, tiny accessories, shaping, embroidery, and assembly require careful counting. Read each section before starting so the doll keeps the same rounded proportions shown in the photo.

Materials

• Super bulky chenille yarn in bright lime green for head, body, arms, legs, and ears.
• Worsted weight cotton yarn in denim blue for the overalls.
• Worsted weight cotton yarn in white for shirt stripes.
• Worsted weight cotton yarn in medium green for shirt stripes, bag strap, leaves, and sprouts.
• Worsted weight cotton yarn in tan for the straw hat, sandal soles, basket, and tiny garden pieces.
• Small amount of brown yarn for sandal straps, hat soil patch, flower centers, snail shell, and carrot tops if desired.
• Small amount of yellow yarn for sunflower petals.
• Small amount of orange yarn for carrots.
• Small amount of red yarn for tiny tomatoes or garden vegetables.
• Small amount of pink yarn or embroidery thread for cheek blush.
• 18–20 mm black safety eyes or glossy black sew-on eyes.
• Two small tan buttons for overall straps.
• One tiny black bead or French knot for each pea face.
• Fiberfill stuffing.
• 4.0 mm crochet hook for plush yarn.
• 3.0 mm crochet hook for worsted cotton details.
• 2.25 mm crochet hook for flowers, facial details, and miniature accessories.
• Yarn needle, stitch markers, scissors, sewing pins, and embroidery needle.

Abbreviations Used

• 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 loops only
• FLO: front loops only
• st: stitch
• sts: stitches
• rnd: round
• FO: fasten off

Gauge Notes

Gauge is not extremely strict for this doll, but tight stitches are important. With plush yarn and a 4.0 mm hook, 6 sc rounds should measure about 2 inches across when worked in continuous rounds. The fabric should be firm enough that stuffing does not show through.

For the cotton outfit and accessories, use a hook small enough to make the fabric neat and structured. The blue overalls should fit snugly over the body without hiding the rounded belly shape. The tiny accessories should feel firm, not floppy.

Important Construction Notes

• Work the plush green doll pieces in continuous rounds unless the pattern says otherwise.
• Use a stitch marker at the first stitch of every round.
• Stuff the head firmly, because the large head is the focal point of the design.
• Stuff the body medium-firm so it stays soft and slightly rounded.
• Stuff the arms and legs lightly at the top so they can sit naturally.
• Shape the ears flat and attach them at an upward angle.
• The overalls are crocheted separately and fitted onto the finished doll before final strap sewing.

Head

The head is large, round, and slightly wider than tall, with the eyes placed low enough to create a soft baby-like expression. Use bright lime-green plush yarn and the 4.0 mm hook.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc in each st around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: sc 1, inc; repeat around. (18)
4. Rnd 4: sc 2, inc; repeat around. (24)
5. Rnd 5: sc 3, inc; repeat around. (30)
6. Rnd 6: sc 4, inc; repeat around. (36)
7. Rnd 7: sc 5, inc; repeat around. (42)
8. Rnd 8: sc 6, inc; repeat around. (48)
9. Rnd 9: sc 7, inc; repeat around. (54)
10. Rnd 10: sc 8, inc; repeat around. (60)
11. Rnd 11: sc 9, inc; repeat around. (66)
12. Rnd 12: sc 10, inc; repeat around. (72)
13. Rnds 13–22: sc around. (72)
14. Rnd 23: sc 10, dec; repeat around. (66)
15. Rnd 24: sc 9, dec; repeat around. (60)
16. Rnd 25: sc 8, dec; repeat around. (54)
17. Rnd 26: sc 7, dec; repeat around. (48)

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Insert safety eyes between Rnds 17 and 18, about 14 stitches apart. The eyes should sit slightly forward and low on the face. Check from the front before locking the washers, because the expression depends on even spacing.

1. Rnd 27: sc 6, dec; repeat around. (42)
2. Rnd 28: sc 5, dec; repeat around. (36)
3. Rnd 29: sc 4, dec; repeat around. (30)
4. Rnd 30: sc 3, dec; repeat around. (24)

Begin stuffing firmly. Push stuffing toward the sides so the head becomes wide and round. Do not overstuff only the center, because the photo shows a smooth domed face with soft side fullness.

1. Rnd 31: sc 2, dec; repeat around. (18)
2. Rnd 32: sc 1, dec; repeat around. (12)
3. Rnd 33: dec around. (6)

FO, leaving a long tail. Close the opening through the front loops of the final 6 stitches and pull tight. Weave in securely.

Subtle Face Shaping

Use matching lime-green yarn and a long needle to create gentle eye shaping. Insert the needle at the bottom of the head, come out beside the right eye, go across to the inner side of the same eye, return to the bottom, and pull gently. Repeat for the left eye.

• Do not pull too tightly; the cheeks should look soft and rounded.
• Make two shaping passes per eye only.
• Knot securely at the bottom of the head where it will be hidden by the body.

Small Nose and Pink Cheek Details

The face in the photo has a tiny pale nose and small soft pink cheek marks under the eyes. Use a very small amount of pale pink or cream yarn for the nose.

Nose

1. With pale pink yarn and a 2.25 mm hook, ch 4.
2. Rnd 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc 1, 3 sc in last ch, work on opposite side, sc 1, inc. (8)
3. FO with a long tail.

Sew the nose between the eyes, centered about 2 rounds below the eye line. Keep it tiny and oval. Add only a small amount of stuffing if needed, but a flat sewn nose works best for this soft expression.

Cheeks

• With pink embroidery thread, sew 3 short diagonal stitches under each eye.
• Place each cheek about 1 round below the eye and slightly toward the outside.
• Keep the stitches short, soft, and pale so they do not overpower the face.

Large Pointed Ears

The ears are wide at the base, pointed at the tips, and stand out to each side at a slight upward angle. Make 2 with lime-green plush yarn and the 4.0 mm hook.

1. Rnd 1: 4 sc in MR. (4)
2. Rnd 2: sc around. (4)
3. Rnd 3: sc 1, inc; repeat around. (6)
4. Rnd 4: sc around. (6)
5. Rnd 5: sc 2, inc; repeat around. (8)
6. Rnd 6: sc around. (8)
7. Rnd 7: sc 3, inc; repeat around. (10)
8. Rnd 8: sc 4, inc; repeat around. (12)
9. Rnd 9: sc 5, inc; repeat around. (14)
10. Rnd 10: sc 6, inc; repeat around. (16)
11. Rnd 11: sc 7, inc; repeat around. (18)
12. Rnd 12: sc 8, inc; repeat around. (20)
13. Rnds 13–14: sc around. (20)

Flatten the ear so the tip points outward. Do not stuff. The plush yarn gives enough thickness. Fold the base slightly in half and sew through both layers with 9 sc across the opening. FO with a long tail.

Ear Placement

• Pin each ear between Rnds 14 and 20 of the head.
• The ear base should angle upward from the side of the head.
• The tip should point slightly upward, not straight sideways.
• Sew around the base twice for strength.

Body

The body is shorter than the head and shaped like a soft rounded torso. The overalls will cover most of it, so focus on making a stable base that supports the large head. Use lime-green plush yarn and the 4.0 mm hook.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: sc 1, inc; repeat around. (18)
4. Rnd 4: sc 2, inc; repeat around. (24)
5. Rnd 5: sc 3, inc; repeat around. (30)
6. Rnd 6: sc 4, inc; repeat around. (36)
7. Rnds 7–12: sc around. (36)
8. Rnd 13: sc 10, dec, sc 12, dec, sc 10. (34)
9. Rnd 14: sc around. (34)
10. Rnd 15: sc 9, dec, sc 12, dec, sc 9. (32)
11. Rnd 16: sc around. (32)
12. Rnd 17: sc 6, dec; repeat around. (28)
13. Rnd 18: sc 5, dec; repeat around. (24)
14. Rnd 19: sc 4, dec; repeat around. (20)
15. Rnd 20: sc 3, dec; repeat around. (16)

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Stuff the body firmly at the bottom and medium-firm near the neck. FO with a long tail for sewing to the head. The neck opening should be small enough to tuck under the head but strong enough to hold the weight.

Legs

The legs are short, rounded, and slightly bent outward under the blue overalls. Make 2 with lime-green plush yarn and the 4.0 mm hook.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: sc 1, inc; repeat around. (18)
4. Rnd 4: BLO sc around. (18)
5. Rnds 5–8: sc around. (18)
6. Rnd 9: sc 4, dec; repeat around. (15)
7. Rnd 10: sc around. (15)
8. Rnd 11: sc 3, dec; repeat around. (12)
9. Rnd 12: sc around. (12)

Stuff the foot and lower leg firmly, but leave the top lightly stuffed. Flatten the top opening and sc 6 through both layers. FO with a long tail. Attach the legs to the lower front of the body between Rnds 4 and 7, angled outward so the doll sits naturally.

Arms

The arms are soft, rounded tubes with no separate fingers. They sit below the striped sleeves and angle slightly downward. Make 2 with lime-green plush yarn and the 4.0 mm hook.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: sc 3, inc; repeat around. (15)
4. Rnds 4–9: sc around. (15)
5. Rnd 10: sc 3, dec; repeat around. (12)
6. Rnds 11–12: sc around. (12)

Stuff the hand and lower arm softly. Flatten the top and sc 6 through both layers. FO with a long tail. The arms will be attached after the shirt sleeves are made so the sleeve edges sit neatly at the shoulder.

Green-and-White Striped Shirt Sleeve Cuffs

The photo shows short sleeves with alternating white and green stripes under the overalls. These sleeves are crocheted as small tubes and slipped over the upper arms before sewing the arms to the body. Make 2 with worsted yarn and a 3.0 mm hook.

1. With white yarn, ch 18, sl st to join into a ring. Be careful not to twist.
2. Rnd 1: ch 1, sc in each ch around, sl st to join. (18)
3. Rnd 2: Change to green, ch 1, sc around, sl st to join. (18)
4. Rnd 3: Change to white, ch 1, sc around, sl st to join. (18)
5. Rnd 4: Change to green, ch 1, sc around, sl st to join. (18)
6. Rnd 5: Change to white, ch 1, sc around, sl st to join. (18)
7. Rnd 6: Change to green, ch 1, sc around, sl st to join. (18)

FO and weave in ends. Slide one sleeve over each arm so the sleeve sits near the flattened top. Sew the top edge of the sleeve to the body shoulder area when attaching the arm.

Neck Collar Band

The green-and-white striped collar peeks above the overalls and sits around the neck under the head. Use the 3.0 mm hook.

1. With green yarn, ch 32.
2. Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. (31)
3. Row 2: ch 1, turn, sc across with white yarn. (31)
4. Row 3: ch 1, turn, sc across with green yarn. (31)
5. Row 4: ch 1, turn, sc across with white yarn. (31)

FO, leaving a long tail. Wrap the collar around the upper body just below the head. The opening should meet at the back. Sew the short ends together, then tack the collar to the body with small hidden stitches.

Blue Overalls Body Piece

The overalls are bright denim blue and cover the body from the chest to the legs. They have a bib front, two straps, short pants legs, button details, and embroidered flowers. Use worsted cotton yarn in denim blue and a 3.0 mm hook.

Overall Shorts Base

1. Rnd 1: ch 40, sl st to join into a ring. (40)
2. Rnd 2: ch 1, sc around, sl st to join. (40)
3. Rnd 3: ch 1, sc 9, inc, sc 20, inc, sc 9, sl st to join. (42)
4. Rnd 4: ch 1, sc around, sl st to join. (42)
5. Rnd 5: ch 1, sc 10, inc, sc 20, inc, sc 10, sl st to join. (44)
6. Rnds 6–8: ch 1, sc around, sl st to join. (44)

Now divide for the legs. Lay the piece flat. Place markers at the center front and center back. Each pant leg uses 20 stitches with 2 stitches left for the crotch space.

First Pants Leg

1. Rnd 1: sc 20 around first leg opening, skipping the center crotch stitches, sl st to join. (20)
2. Rnd 2: ch 1, sc around. (20)
3. Rnd 3: ch 1, sc around. (20)
4. Rnd 4: ch 1, reverse sc around for a raised cuff, or regular sc if preferred. (20)

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FO and weave in. Repeat for the second pants leg using the remaining 20 stitches. Sew the small crotch gap closed with blue yarn.

Overall Bib Front

Find the center front of the shorts. Count 16 stitches across the front upper edge. Join blue yarn at the right side of this 16-stitch section.

1. Row 1: ch 1, sc 16 across front only. (16)
2. Row 2: ch 1, turn, sc across. (16)
3. Row 3: ch 1, turn, dec, sc 12, dec. (14)
4. Row 4: ch 1, turn, sc across. (14)
5. Row 5: ch 1, turn, dec, sc 10, dec. (12)
6. Rows 6–8: ch 1, turn, sc across. (12)

FO and weave in. The bib should sit centered on the belly and reach just below the collar. When fitted, it should not cover the entire shirt collar.

Overall Straps

Make 2 straps. Use blue yarn and a 3.0 mm hook.

1. Row 1: ch 24.
2. Row 2: sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. (23)
3. Row 3: ch 1, turn, sc across. (23)

FO with a long tail. Sew each strap to the back waistband, cross or angle it gently over the shoulder, and bring it to the front bib. Sew one small tan button at the lower front end of each strap, matching the photo.

Fitting the Overalls

• Slide the overalls onto the body from the feet upward before attaching the head if that is easier.
• The bib should face forward and sit smoothly over the belly.
• The leg cuffs should stop just above the green feet.
• Secure the waistband to the body with a few hidden stitches so it does not slide.

Small Sunflower Embroidery on Bib

The front bib has three tiny yellow flowers with brown centers and green stems. Use embroidery thread or lightweight cotton yarn with a needle.

Flower Centers

• Make 3 brown French knots or tiny sewn circles across the lower right side of the bib.
• Place the flowers close together in a small cluster.
• Keep the center flower slightly taller than the side flowers.

Petals

• With yellow yarn, sew 5 short straight stitches around each brown center.
• Each petal should be only 1 stitch long.
• Do not make the flowers too large; the bib detail should remain delicate.

Stems and Leaves

• With green yarn, sew one short vertical stem under each flower.
• Add one small diagonal stitch on each side of the center stem for leaves.
• Secure all ends inside the overalls.

Sandals

The sandals have tan soles, brown straps, and tiny green bow accents at the outer side. Make 2 soles with tan yarn and a 3.0 mm hook.

Sandal Sole

1. Rnd 1: ch 8.
2. Rnd 2: sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc 5, 3 sc in last ch, work on opposite side, sc 5, inc in last st. (16)
3. Rnd 3: inc, sc 5, inc in next 3 sts, sc 5, inc in next 2 sts. (22)
4. Rnd 4: sc around. (22)

FO and weave in. Place each sole under a green foot and sew around the outer edge, leaving the top of the foot visible.

Brown Straps

• With brown yarn, ch 12 for a toe strap.
• Sew one end to the inner front side of the sole, pass over the foot, and sew the other end to the outer front side.
• With brown yarn, ch 14 for a diagonal ankle strap.
• Sew from the inner side of the sole across the top of the foot to the outer ankle area.
• Repeat a second diagonal strap in the opposite direction to form a soft triangle.

Tiny Green Bow

1. With green yarn and a 2.25 mm hook, ch 4.
2. Work 2 hdc in the first ch, ch 3, sl st into the same first ch.
3. Ch 3, work 2 hdc into the same first ch, ch 3, sl st into the same first ch.
4. FO and wrap the tail around the center 2 times.

Sew one bow to the outer side of each sandal near the ankle. Keep the bows small so they match the delicate accent in the photo.

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Straw Sun Hat

The hat is a flat tan garden hat with a round crown, wide brim, green band, and green leaf bow. Use tan worsted cotton yarn and a 3.0 mm hook. Work tightly to create a structured hat.

Hat Crown

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: sc 1, inc; repeat around. (18)
4. Rnd 4: sc 2, inc; repeat around. (24)
5. Rnd 5: sc 3, inc; repeat around. (30)
6. Rnd 6: sc 4, inc; repeat around. (36)
7. Rnd 7: BLO sc around. (36)
8. Rnds 8–10: sc around. (36)

Hat Brim

1. Rnd 11: FLO sc 2, inc; repeat around. (48)
2. Rnd 12: sc 3, inc; repeat around. (60)
3. Rnd 13: sc around. (60)
4. Rnd 14: sc 4, inc; repeat around. (72)
5. Rnd 15: sc around. (72)
6. Rnd 16: sl st loosely around to finish the brim. (72)

FO and weave in. To create the straw look, use tan yarn and sew several spiral surface stitches around the crown and brim. Follow the round shape rather than making straight lines.

Green Hat Band

1. With green yarn, ch 42.
2. Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. (41)

Wrap the band around the base of the crown. Sew the ends together at one side. Tack the band to the hat with small hidden stitches.

Leaf Bow on Hat

Make 2 small leaves with green yarn and a 2.25 mm hook.

1. Ch 7.
2. Sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc 1, dc 2, hdc 1, sc 1.
3. Ch 1, work along the opposite side: sc 1, hdc 1, dc 2, hdc 1, sc 1.
4. Sl st to the first sc and FO.

Sew the two leaves together at their bases to create a bow shape. Attach the bow to the hat band. Place the hat beside the doll or lightly tack it to one side of the head if you want it fixed in place.

Pea Pod Crossbody Bag

The green pea-pod bag hangs across the body with a long strap from one shoulder to the opposite hip. It has a rounded pod and three small peas inside. Use medium green worsted cotton yarn and a 3.0 mm hook.

Pea Pod Base

1. Rnd 1: ch 13.
2. Rnd 2: sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc 10, 3 sc in last ch, work on opposite side, sc 10, inc in last st. (26)
3. Rnd 3: inc, sc 10, inc in next 3 sts, sc 10, inc in next 2 sts. (32)
4. Rnd 4: sc around. (32)
5. Rnd 5: sc 6, dec, sc 14, dec, sc 8. (30)
6. Rnd 6: sc around. (30)

FO with a long tail. Fold the pod slightly lengthwise so it forms a shallow pocket. Sew the back edge closed, leaving the front open enough for the peas to show.

Peas

Make 3 small peas with lighter green yarn and a 2.25 mm hook.

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: sc around. (12)
4. Rnd 4: dec around. (6)

Stuff very lightly. FO and close. Add one tiny black French knot or bead to each pea for a face. Sew the peas inside the pod in a vertical row, with the top pea slightly higher and the bottom pea near the rounded end.

Bag Strap

1. With green yarn and a 3.0 mm hook, ch 60.
2. Row 1: sl st in 2nd ch from hook and across for a firm cord. (59)

Sew one end of the strap to the top of the pod and the other end to the lower side of the pod. Place it over the doll from the left shoulder to the right hip, matching the crossbody style in the image. Tack the strap at the shoulder so it stays in place.

Sprout on Top of Head

The small sprout grows from a brown soil patch on top of the head. Use brown yarn for the patch and green yarn for the leaves. Use a 2.25 mm hook.

Brown Soil Patch

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: sc 1, inc; repeat around. (18)
4. Rnd 4: sc around. (18)

FO with a long tail. Sew the patch to the top right area of the head, slightly off center, as shown in the photo.

Sprout Stem

1. With green yarn, ch 7.
2. Sl st in 2nd ch from hook and across. (6)

FO, leaving tails for sewing. Stitch the stem upright at the center of the brown patch.

 

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Sprout Leaves

Make 2 leaves.

1. Ch 6.
2. Sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc 1, dc 1, hdc 1, sc 1.
3. Ch 1, work back on opposite side: sc 1, hdc 1, dc 1, hdc 1, sc 1.
4. Sl st to finish and FO.

Sew the two leaves at the top of the stem, spreading them like a small seedling. Add a few stitches through the leaf bases so the sprout does not flop over.

Mini Snail

The tiny snail sits near the garden accessories. It has a beige body, brown shell, and two small antennae. Use a 2.25 mm hook.

Snail Body

1. With beige yarn, ch 8.
2. Rnd 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc 5, 3 sc in last ch, work on opposite side, sc 5, inc. (16)
3. Rnd 2: sc around. (16)
4. Rnd 3: sc 6, dec, sc 6, dec. (14)
5. Rnd 4: sc around. (14)

Stuff lightly. FO and close the end. The body should be long and low, not round.

Snail Shell

1. With brown yarn, 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: sc 1, inc; repeat around. (18)
4. Rnd 4: sc around. (18)
5. Rnd 5: sc 1, dec; repeat around. (12)

Stuff lightly and sew to the back of the snail body. Embroider a spiral on the shell with darker brown yarn.

Snail Antennae

• Cut two 3-inch pieces of beige yarn.
• Stiffen each with a tiny amount of fabric-safe glue if desired.
• Sew to the head and knot the tips.
• Add two tiny black stitches for eyes.

Mini Basket of Vegetables

The basket in the photo is a small tan bowl filled with bright vegetables. Use tan yarn and a 2.25 mm hook.

Basket

1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (12)
3. Rnd 3: sc 1, inc; repeat around. (18)
4. Rnd 4: BLO sc around. (18)
5. Rnd 5: sc around. (18)
6. Rnd 6: sc 2, inc; repeat around. (24)
7. Rnd 7: sc around. (24)
8. Rnd 8: sl st around. (24)

FO and weave in. Flatten the bottom slightly so the basket can sit beside the doll.

Basket Handle

1. With tan yarn, ch 18.
2. Row 1: sl st in 2nd ch from hook and across. (17)

Sew each end to opposite sides of the basket. Keep the handle arched.

Tiny Carrots

Make 2 or 3 carrots with orange yarn.

1. Rnd 1: 4 sc in MR. (4)
2. Rnd 2: sc around. (4)
3. Rnd 3: sc 1, inc; repeat around. (6)
4. Rnd 4: sc around. (6)
5. Rnd 5: sc 2, inc; repeat around. (8)

FO and close. Add two green yarn strands at the top for leaves. Knot and trim them short.

Tiny Red Vegetables

1. With red yarn, 6 sc in MR. (6)
2. Rnd 2: sc around. (6)
3. Rnd 3: dec around. (3)

FO and close. Add a tiny green stitch on top. Make 2 or 3 and sew them inside the basket.

Tiny Green Leaves

1. With green yarn, ch 5.
2. Sc in 2nd ch, hdc 1, sc 1, sl st 1.

Make several leaves and tuck them around the vegetables. Sew everything inside the basket so the small pieces do not get lost.

Mini Root Vegetable

The small root vegetable beside the snail has a tan body and darker top stems. Use beige or tan yarn with a 2.25 mm hook.

1. Rnd 1: 5 sc in MR. (5)
2. Rnd 2: inc around. (10)
3. Rnd 3: sc around. (10)
4. Rnd 4: sc 3, dec; repeat around. (8)
5. Rnd 5: sc around. (8)
6. Rnd 6: sc 2, dec; repeat around. (6)
7. Rnd 7: sc around. (6)
8. Rnd 8: dec around. (3)

FO and close. Add three short brown or green yarn strands to the top as stems. Knot them and trim evenly.

Optional Wooden Table Display Mat

The photo shows the doll arranged on a rustic wooden outdoor table. If you want a crochet display base, make a simple tan or gray-brown oval mat to place the doll and accessories together.

1. With gray-brown yarn and a 4.0 mm hook, ch 31.
2. Rnd 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc 28, 3 sc in last ch, work opposite side, sc 28, inc. (62)
3. Rnd 2: inc, sc 28, inc in next 3 sts, sc 28, inc in next 2 sts. (68)
4. Rnd 3: sc around. (68)
5. Rnd 4: sc 10, inc; repeat as evenly as possible around. (74)
6. Rnd 5: sl st around. (74)

FO and weave in. This mat is optional, but it helps keep the mini hat, snail, basket, and root vegetable together for display.

Assembly Order

1. Sew the body to the bottom center of the head. The head should sit slightly forward, creating the cute oversized look.
2. Sew the ears to the sides of the head between Rnds 14 and 20. Angle them upward.
3. Attach the collar around the neck and secure it with hidden stitches.
4. Slide the striped sleeves onto the arms.
5. Sew the arms to the upper sides of the body, just below the head and collar.
6. Attach the legs to the lower body so the feet point slightly outward.
7. Fit the overalls over the body and legs. Sew the waistband lightly to the body.
8. Sew the bib flat to the front and attach the straps over the shoulders.
9. Add the two tan buttons to the front strap ends.
10. Sew the sandals onto the feet and add brown straps and green bows.
11. Add the pea-pod bag across the body and tack the strap at the shoulder.
12. Sew the soil patch and sprout on top of the head.
13. Place or attach the straw hat beside the doll or on the head.
14. Arrange the mini snail, basket, root vegetable, and vegetables near the doll.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

Check the face from the front before securing the final knots. The eyes should look glossy and evenly placed, the nose should be small and centered, and the cheeks should sit softly below the eyes. If one cheek looks too large, remove it and restitch with shorter strands.

Look at the head shape from the side. The ears should not droop downward. If they need extra support, sew a second hidden line of stitches along the upper ear base. This keeps the wide pointed ears lifted like the photo.

For the outfit, make sure the blue bib sits flat on the belly and the straps are symmetrical. The buttons should be visible near the upper front of the overalls. The flower embroidery should stay small and bright, like a tiny garden detail rather than a large patch.

Care Notes

• Spot clean with cool water and mild soap.
• Do not machine wash if using safety eyes, buttons, or tiny sewn accessories.
• Press with a towel to remove moisture after spot cleaning.
• Air dry completely before storing.
• Keep away from pets and very young children because of small parts.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• Head: Large, round, firmly stuffed, and centered on the body.
• Ears: Wide, pointed, flat, and angled upward.
• Face: Glossy black eyes, tiny pale nose, and soft pink cheeks.
• Outfit: Blue overalls, crossed straps, tan buttons, and striped sleeves.
• Feet: Tan sandals with brown straps and green bows.
• Accessories: Straw hat, sprout, pea-pod bag, snail, basket, vegetables, and root vegetable.
• Finishing: All loose ends woven in and all accessories sewn securely.

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

To preserve the plush texture, avoid rubbing the chenille yarn harshly. Dab stains gently with a damp cloth. If the doll becomes dusty, use a soft dry brush and move in the direction of the stitches.

Store the doll upright or lying flat in a clean box. Do not compress the ears for long periods, because the pointed shape may flatten. If the ears bend, gently reshape them by hand and let the yarn relax naturally.

Keep the tiny accessories together in a small pouch or display tray when not in use. The pea-pod bag, hat, snail, and basket are delicate decorative pieces, so handle them by the stitched base rather than pulling on leaves, stems, or straps.

If gifting this crochet garden helper, include a small care card explaining that it is a handmade decorative item. This helps the recipient understand how to protect the details and keep the doll looking bright, soft, and beautiful for a long time.