Crochet Tutorial: Snoopy and Woodstock Summer Picnic Doll – Free Crochet Pattern.

This cheerful crochet summer picnic doll features a large white Snoopy-style dog wearing blue denim overalls, a striped cream-and-navy shirt, a red collar, open-toe sandals, a small crossbody bag, and stitched fruit patches. A tiny yellow Woodstock-style bird sits happily on top of the dog’s head with a flower crown. The scene also includes a picnic basket, camera, and straw sun hat for a sweet handmade display.

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Pattern Overview

This pattern is written in US crochet terms and is made as a structured amigurumi display doll. The dog has an oversized oval head, long rounded snout, soft black floppy ears, slim white arms and legs, denim-style overalls, blue sandals, and tiny embroidered facial features.

The small yellow bird is worked separately and sewn to the top of the head. The accessories are made as separate mini props so you can arrange the finished doll like the picnic scene in the image.

• Skill level: Intermediate, with detailed instructions for confident beginners.
• Finished dog height: About 14 to 16 inches when using worsted weight yarn.
• Finished bird height: About 3 inches.
• Main hook: 3.0 mm for firm amigurumi stitches.
• Accessory hook: 2.5 mm for small flowers, patches, camera details, and basket trims.

Materials

• Worsted weight yarn in white for head, muzzle, arms, legs, feet, and body base.
• Worsted weight yarn in black for ears, nose, side head patch, toe embroidery, and smile details.
• Worsted weight yarn in yellow for the bird.
• Worsted weight yarn in medium blue and light blue for overalls, shorts cuffs, bag, straps, and sandals.
• Worsted weight yarn in cream for shirt base.
• Worsted weight yarn in navy blue for shirt stripes.
• Small amount of red yarn for collar, strawberry, and flower centers.
• Small amount of green yarn for strawberry leaves, leaf patch, and flower leaves.
• Small amount of tan yarn for sandal soles, basket, and straw hat.
• Small amount of brown yarn for camera body and basket handle.
• Small amount of pink, purple, white, and yellow yarn for flower crown and patches.
• Fiberfill stuffing.
• Yarn needle.
• Stitch markers.
• Scissors.
• Four tiny tan buttons for overall bib and bag flap, or crocheted button circles if preferred.
• Black embroidery thread for eyes, eyebrows, smile, paw lines, and bird face.
• Optional: plastic pellets or flat washers for weight in the lower body and feet.

Abbreviations

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

Gauge and Stitch Notes

For amigurumi, the exact gauge is less important than a tight fabric. Your stitches should be firm enough that stuffing does not show through. If gaps appear, go down one hook size.

Most parts are worked in continuous spiral rounds. Do not join unless the pattern specifically says to join. Place a stitch marker in the first stitch of each round and move it up as you work.

• Stuff the head firmly but do not stretch the stitches.
• Stuff the muzzle lightly at the front and firmly near the face so it keeps its long rounded shape.
• Stuff the legs firmly at the feet and moderately through the calves.
• Keep the ears lightly stuffed or unstuffed so they hang naturally.
• Use invisible decreases for a smooth finish.

Color Placement Guide

The main dog is white with black floppy ears and a black oval nose. The left side of the snout has a black cheek patch visible near the nose area. The eyes and smile are embroidered, not safety eyes, to match the soft handmade look in the image.

The outfit has a cream shirt with navy blue horizontal stripes under blue denim overalls. The overalls include a front bib, two shoulder straps, rolled cuffs, little tan buttons, and small applique patches shaped like a daisy, strawberry, and stitched leaves.

The sandals are blue with tan soles and open white toes. The bird is bright yellow with a small rounded head, tiny wings, three head feathers, tiny feet, and a flower crown across the forehead.

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Main Dog Head

Use white yarn and a 3.0 mm hook. The head is a large oval, wider at the cheek area and rounded at the top. Stuff gradually as you work.

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. R2: inc in each st around. 12 sts.
3. R3: sc 1, inc around. 18 sts.
4. R4: sc 2, inc around. 24 sts.
5. R5: sc 3, inc around. 30 sts.
6. R6: sc 4, inc around. 36 sts.
7. R7: sc 5, inc around. 42 sts.
8. R8: sc 6, inc around. 48 sts.
9. R9: sc 7, inc around. 54 sts.
10. R10: sc 8, inc around. 60 sts.
11. R11: sc 9, inc around. 66 sts.
12. R12: sc 10, inc around. 72 sts.
13. R13 to R21: sc around. 72 sts for 9 rounds.
14. R22: sc 10, dec around. 66 sts.
15. R23: sc around. 66 sts.
16. R24: sc 9, dec around. 60 sts.
17. R25: sc 8, dec around. 54 sts.
18. R26: sc around. 54 sts.
19. R27: sc 7, dec around. 48 sts.
20. R28: sc 6, dec around. 42 sts.
21. R29: sc 5, dec around. 36 sts.
22. R30: sc 4, dec around. 30 sts.
23. R31: sc 3, dec around. 24 sts.

Stuff the head firmly, shaping it into a soft oval. The lower opening should sit slightly forward when attached to the neck, giving the head the familiar gentle downward tilt shown in the photo.

1. R32: sc 2, dec around. 18 sts.
2. R33: sc 1, dec around. 12 sts.
3. FO, leaving a long tail. Close the remaining opening with a yarn needle.

Long Rounded Muzzle

Use white yarn. The muzzle is made as a horizontal oval cone. It is sewn to the lower front of the head, pointing slightly forward and a little downward.

1. Ch 7.
2. R1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 5, 3 sc in last ch. Work on the other side of the chain, sc 4, inc in last st. 14 sts.
3. R2: inc, sc 4, inc 3 times, sc 4, inc 2 times. 20 sts.
4. R3: sc 1, inc, sc 4, repeat sc 1, inc three times, sc 4, repeat sc 1, inc two times. 26 sts.
5. R4: sc 2, inc, sc 4, repeat sc 2, inc three times, sc 4, repeat sc 2, inc two times. 32 sts.
6. R5 to R9: sc around. 32 sts.
7. R10: sc 14, dec, sc 14, dec. 30 sts.
8. R11 to R13: sc around. 30 sts.
9. R14: sc 3, dec around. 24 sts.
10. R15: sc around. 24 sts.
11. FO, leaving a long sewing tail.

Stuff the muzzle firmly in the front but keep the back slightly flexible. Pin it to the lower face between R17 and R27 of the head. The top of the muzzle should sit below the eye area, and the tip should project forward like the image. Sew around neatly.

Black Nose

Use black yarn. The nose is round and slightly raised. Stuff it lightly before closing.

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. R2: inc around. 12 sts.
3. R3: sc 1, inc around. 18 sts.
4. R4: sc 2, inc around. 24 sts.
5. R5 to R6: sc around. 24 sts.
6. R7: sc 2, dec around. 18 sts.
7. R8: sc 1, dec around. 12 sts.
8. FO, leaving a long sewing tail.

Sew the nose to the front tip of the muzzle. Flatten the back slightly while sewing so the nose looks like a soft black button sitting on the long white snout.

Black Cheek Patch

Use black yarn. This patch sits on one side near the base of the muzzle. It should be oval, not perfectly round.

1. Ch 6.
2. R1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 4, 3 sc in last ch, sc 3 on other side, inc in last st. 12 sts.
3. R2: inc, sc 3, inc 3 times, sc 3, inc 2 times. 18 sts.
4. R3: sc 1, inc, sc 3, repeat sc 1, inc three times, sc 3, repeat sc 1, inc two times. 24 sts.
5. FO, leaving a long sewing tail.

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Sew the patch to the dog’s left side of the muzzle area, partly wrapping toward the cheek. Keep it low and forward so it peeks out beside the black nose, just like the image.

Floppy Ears

Make 2 with black yarn. The ears are long, rounded, and hang beside the head. They are worked as soft oval panels. Do not overstuff; a flat floppy shape is best.

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. R2: inc around. 12 sts.
3. R3: sc 1, inc around. 18 sts.
4. R4: sc 2, inc around. 24 sts.
5. R5: sc 3, inc around. 30 sts.
6. R6 to R16: sc around. 30 sts.
7. R17: sc 8, dec, sc 10, dec, sc 8. 28 sts.
8. R18 to R22: sc around. 28 sts.
9. R23: sc 5, dec around. 24 sts.
10. R24 to R27: sc around. 24 sts.
11. R28: sc 4, dec around. 20 sts.
12. R29 to R31: sc around. 20 sts.
13. R32: sc 3, dec around. 16 sts.
14. R33: sc around. 16 sts.
15. Flatten the top opening and sc through both layers across 8 sts.
16. FO, leaving a long sewing tail.

Attach the ears to the sides of the head between R10 and R18. The ears should hang downward, framing the face. Sew the top edge securely but leave the lower part free so the ears can curve naturally.

Facial Embroidery

Use black embroidery thread or split black yarn. The face is simple and soft. The image shows embroidered eyes, small brow marks, and a curved smile.

• Embroider the first eye as a short vertical oval stitch above the muzzle on the viewer’s right side.
• Embroider the second eye or brow as a curved dash higher on the opposite side.
• For the smile, stitch a long gentle curve from the lower side of the muzzle toward the cheek.
• Add a tiny black brow dash above the eye if desired.
• Do not use large safety eyes, because the reference has stitched facial features.

Body Base

The body is mostly hidden under the clothes, but it needs a firm pear shape. Use white yarn. Stuff as you work. Add a small weighted pouch at the base if you want the doll to sit on a bench or shelf.

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. R2: inc around. 12 sts.
3. R3: sc 1, inc around. 18 sts.
4. R4: sc 2, inc around. 24 sts.
5. R5: sc 3, inc around. 30 sts.
6. R6: sc 4, inc around. 36 sts.
7. R7: sc 5, inc around. 42 sts.
8. R8 to R15: sc around. 42 sts.
9. R16: sc 5, dec around. 36 sts.
10. R17 to R19: sc around. 36 sts.
11. R20: sc 4, dec around. 30 sts.
12. R21 to R22: sc around. 30 sts.
13. R23: sc 3, dec around. 24 sts.
14. R24: sc around. 24 sts.
15. R25: sc 2, dec around. 18 sts.
16. FO, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Sew the body to the bottom of the head. Angle the head slightly forward so the finished doll has the gentle relaxed posture shown in the picnic scene.

Neck Support

Use white yarn. This short cylinder keeps the large head stable.

1. R1: 12 sc in MR. 12 sts.
2. R2: sc 1, inc around. 18 sts.
3. R3 to R7: sc around. 18 sts.
4. FO, leaving a long tail.

Stuff firmly. Insert between the head and body while sewing. Stitch through the neck, body, and lower head several times so the doll can hold the bird securely on top.

Arms

Make 2 with white yarn. The arms are slim and lightly curved downward. The paws have small black claw lines embroidered at the ends.

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. R2: inc around. 12 sts.
3. R3: sc 1, inc around. 18 sts.
4. R4 to R6: sc around. 18 sts.
5. R7: sc 1, dec around. 12 sts.
6. R8 to R23: sc around. 12 sts.
7. Stuff the paw firmly and the arm lightly.
8. Flatten opening and sc through both layers across 6 sts.
9. FO, leaving a long sewing tail.

Sew the arms to the sides of the upper body under the overall straps. Position them hanging beside the torso, with the paws visible below the short sleeves.

Use black embroidery thread to add three tiny curved claw lines at the lower end of each paw. Keep the lines short and evenly spaced.

Legs

Make 2 with white yarn. The legs are long enough to hang over the edge of a table or shelf. The feet are rounded and slightly larger so the sandals fit well.

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Foot and Leg

1. Ch 7.
2. R1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 5, 3 sc in last ch, work on other side, sc 4, inc in last st. 14 sts.
3. R2: inc, sc 4, inc 3 times, sc 4, inc 2 times. 20 sts.
4. R3: sc 1, inc, sc 4, repeat sc 1, inc three times, sc 4, repeat sc 1, inc two times. 26 sts.
5. R4: BLO sc around. 26 sts.
6. R5 to R6: sc around. 26 sts.
7. R7: sc 7, dec 6 times, sc 7. 20 sts.
8. R8: sc 5, dec 5 times, sc 5. 15 sts.
9. R9: sc around. 15 sts.
10. R10: sc 3, dec around. 12 sts.
11. R11 to R28: sc around. 12 sts.
12. Stuff foot firmly and leg moderately.
13. Flatten opening and sc through both layers across 6 sts.
14. FO, leaving a long sewing tail.

Sew the legs to the lower front of the body so they point forward and hang downward. The feet should face front and slightly outward, matching the relaxed seated pose in the reference.

Open-Toe Sandals

Make 2 soles with tan yarn and 2 strap sets with blue yarn. The sandals should show the white toes at the front.

Tan Sole

1. Ch 8.
2. R1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 6, 3 sc in last ch, sc 5 on other side, inc in last st. 16 sts.
3. R2: inc, sc 5, inc 3 times, sc 5, inc 2 times. 22 sts.
4. R3: sc 1, inc, sc 5, repeat sc 1, inc three times, sc 5, repeat sc 1, inc two times. 28 sts.
5. R4: sc around. 28 sts.
6. FO, leaving a long tail.

Blue Back Strap

1. Ch 13.
2. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 12.
3. FO, leaving tails for sewing.

Blue Toe Strap

1. Ch 10.
2. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 9.
3. FO, leaving tails for sewing.

Place the tan sole under the foot and sew around the edge. Sew the blue toe strap across the front of the foot, leaving the white toes visible. Sew the back strap around the heel. Add three black toe lines to each foot. Sew a tiny white daisy on one sandal if desired.

Cream and Navy Striped Shirt

The shirt is worked as a simple tube around the upper body before the overalls are added. Use cream yarn and navy blue yarn. The sleeves are short, with stripes placed near the shoulder.

Shirt Body

Use cream yarn. Work in joined rounds so color changes are clean. Join each round with sl st and ch 1 at the start of the next round.

1. R1: Ch 43, join to form a ring. Sc around. 42 sts.
2. R2: With cream, sc around. 42 sts.
3. R3: Change to navy, sc around. 42 sts.
4. R4: Change to cream, sc around. 42 sts.
5. R5: With cream, sc around. 42 sts.
6. R6: Change to navy, sc around. 42 sts.
7. R7 to R10: Change to cream, sc around. 42 sts.
8. R11: Change to navy, sc around. 42 sts.
9. R12: Change to cream, sc around. 42 sts.
10. FO and weave in ends.

Slide the shirt over the body before attaching the head permanently if possible. If the head is already attached, you may crochet the shirt directly around the body or seam it at the back.

Short Sleeves

Make 2. Use cream and navy. Sew each sleeve around the top of the arm.

1. R1: Ch 17, join to form a ring. Sc around. 16 sts.
2. R2: Cream sc around. 16 sts.
3. R3: Navy sc around. 16 sts.
4. R4: Cream sc around. 16 sts.
5. R5: Navy sc around. 16 sts.
6. R6: Cream sc around. 16 sts.
7. FO, leaving a long sewing tail.

Sew sleeves to the shirt at each shoulder after the arms are attached. The striped bands should sit near the upper outside arm as seen in the image.

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Denim Overalls

The overalls are made in medium blue with light blue details. They include short pant legs, a front bib, shoulder straps, rolled cuffs, pockets, and button accents. Work with a slightly firm tension for a neat denim-like texture.

Overall Shorts Base

Use medium blue yarn. Work from the waist down.

1. R1: Ch 49, join to form a ring. Sc around. 48 sts.
2. R2 to R8: sc around. 48 sts.
3. R9: sc 24, skip 24 for first leg opening. You will now work the first leg on 24 sts.
4. R10 to R14: sc around first leg. 24 sts.
5. R15: FLO hdc around to create a rolled cuff. 24 sts.
6. FO first leg.
7. Join yarn to the skipped 24 sts for second leg.
8. R10 to R14: sc around second leg. 24 sts.
9. R15: FLO hdc around to create a rolled cuff. 24 sts.
10. FO and weave in ends.

Slip the shorts over the body and legs. The cuffs should sit just above the knees, leaving the white lower legs visible. Sew the waist lightly to the body so the overalls do not slide.

Front Bib

Use medium blue yarn. Work in rows.

1. Row 1: Ch 17, starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 16. Ch 1, turn.
2. Row 2 to Row 10: sc across. 16 sts.
3. Row 11: dec, sc 12, dec. 14 sts.
4. Row 12: sc across. 14 sts.
5. Row 13: dec, sc 10, dec. 12 sts.
6. Row 14: sc across. 12 sts.
7. FO, leaving a long tail.

Sew the bib to the front center of the shorts, starting at the waist and rising over the chest. Add light blue surface stitches across the bib to imitate denim ridges.

Bib Pocket

Use medium blue yarn.

1. Row 1: Ch 9, starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 8. Ch 1, turn.
2. Row 2 to Row 5: sc across. 8 sts.
3. Row 6: dec, sc 4, dec. 6 sts.
4. FO, leaving a sewing tail.

Sew the pocket to the lower center of the bib. Use light blue yarn to stitch a small horizontal line across the pocket top.

Shoulder Straps

Make 2 with medium blue yarn. The straps cross from the front bib to the back waist over the shoulders.

1. Ch 33.
2. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 32.
3. Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc 32.
4. FO, leaving tails.

Sew one strap from the right top corner of the bib over the shoulder to the left back waist. Sew the second strap from the left top corner of the bib over the shoulder to the right back waist. Add tan buttons to the front corners of the bib.

Side Pockets

Make 2 with medium blue yarn.

1. Row 1: Ch 8, starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 7. Ch 1, turn.
2. Row 2 to Row 4: sc across. 7 sts.
3. Row 5: dec, sc 3, dec. 5 sts.
4. FO, leaving a sewing tail.

Sew one pocket to each side front of the shorts. Angle the top slightly outward. Add a few light blue embroidery stitches near the pocket openings.

Denim Patches and Appliques

The image shows cute decorative details on the overalls, including a small daisy, a strawberry, and colorful leaf-like patches. These tiny pieces make the outfit look playful and handmade.

Tiny Daisy Patch

Use white yarn for petals and yellow yarn for center.

1. With yellow, make 5 sc in MR, sl st to join, FO.
2. Join white yarn to any stitch.
3. Ch 3, sl st in same st, repeat in each stitch around for 5 petals.
4. FO, leaving a sewing tail.

Sew the daisy to the front bib pocket or upper left bib area. Keep it small and flat.

Small Strawberry Patch

Use red yarn.

1. R1: 5 sc in MR. 5 sts.
2. R2: sc around. 5 sts.
3. R3: inc around. 10 sts.
4. R4: sc around. 10 sts.
5. R5: sc 1, inc around. 15 sts.
6. R6: sc around. 15 sts.
7. R7: sc 1, dec around. 10 sts.
8. Stuff very lightly.
9. R8: dec around. 5 sts.
10. FO and close.

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With white thread, add three tiny seed stitches. With green yarn, ch 4, sl st in 2nd ch from hook and next 2 ch, repeat twice from the top center for leaves. Sew the strawberry to the overalls or bag strap.

Green Leaf Patch

Use green yarn.

1. Ch 8.
2. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sl st, sc, hdc, dc, hdc, sc, sl st.
3. FO, leaving a tail.

Sew the green leaf patch to one lower pant leg. Add a few brown straight stitches beside it to imitate the small stitched bundle seen on the shorts.

Round Blue Patch

Use light blue or pale lavender yarn.

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. R2: inc around. 12 sts.
3. FO, leaving a sewing tail.

Sew this patch to the lower front of one pant leg. Add small contrasting stitches around the edge for a repaired-denim look.

Red Collar

Use red yarn. The collar sits between the head and shirt, visible above the overalls.

1. Ch 38.
2. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 37.
3. Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc 37.
4. FO, leaving a long tail.

Wrap the collar around the neck and sew the short ends together at the back. Sew it lightly to the neck so it stays in place.

Crossbody Bag

The bag is light blue and hangs at the dog’s side with a long strap crossing the overalls. It has a small round button on the flap.

Bag Body

Use light blue yarn.

1. Ch 13.
2. R1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 11, 3 sc in last ch, sc 10 on other side, inc in last st. 26 sts.
3. R2: sc around. 26 sts.
4. R3 to R8: sc around. 26 sts.
5. Flatten the top and sc through both layers across 13 sts.
6. FO and weave in end.

Bag Flap

1. Row 1: Ch 12, starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 11. Ch 1, turn.
2. Row 2 to Row 5: sc across. 11 sts.
3. Row 6: dec, sc 7, dec. 9 sts.
4. FO, leaving a sewing tail.

Sew the flap to the back top edge so it folds over the front. Add a tiny tan button or crocheted circle to the front center.

Bag Strap

1. Ch 60.
2. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 59.
3. FO, leaving tails.

Sew the strap to each side of the bag. Place it diagonally across the dog’s chest, from one shoulder to the opposite hip. Sew the bag at the lower side of the overalls so it hangs naturally.

Woodstock-Style Bird

The small bird sits on top of the dog’s head. It has a round yellow head, small body, wing nubs, tiny feet, and three spiky head feathers. Use yellow yarn and a 2.5 mm or 3.0 mm hook.

Bird Head and Body

Start at the head and continue into the small body.

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. R2: inc around. 12 sts.
3. R3: sc 1, inc around. 18 sts.
4. R4: sc 2, inc around. 24 sts.
5. R5 to R8: sc around. 24 sts.
6. R9: sc 2, dec around. 18 sts.
7. R10: sc 1, dec around. 12 sts.
8. Stuff the head firmly.
9. R11: FLO sc 1, inc around. 18 sts.
10. R12 to R14: sc around. 18 sts.
11. R15: sc 1, dec around. 12 sts.
12. Stuff the body lightly.
13. R16: dec around. 6 sts.
14. FO and close.

Bird Beak

Use yellow yarn or a slightly deeper golden yellow.

1. Ch 4.
2. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sl st, sc, hdc.
3. FO, leaving a sewing tail.

Sew the beak to the lower front of the head. Keep it tiny and slightly pointed.

Bird Wings

Make 2 with yellow yarn.

1. R1: 5 sc in MR. 5 sts.
2. R2: inc around. 10 sts.
3. R3: sc around. 10 sts.
4. Flatten and sc through both layers across 5 sts.
5. FO, leaving a sewing tail.

Sew one wing to each side of the bird body. Angle the wings outward slightly.

Bird Feet

Make 2 with yellow yarn.

1. Ch 5.
2. Sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sl st in next ch.
3. Ch 3, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sl st in next ch.
4. Ch 3, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sl st in next ch.
5. Sl st back to the starting chain base.
6. FO, leaving a sewing tail.

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Sew the feet under the bird body. Position them so they rest on the top of the dog’s head.

Bird Head Feathers

Make three feathers directly on top of the bird head or make them separately and sew them on.

1. For each feather, join yellow yarn at the top of the head.
2. Ch 5.
3. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sl st, sc, hdc, sc.
4. Sl st back into the head.
5. Repeat twice more, spacing the feathers close together.

Embroider the bird’s eye as one small black curved dash on the side of the head. Add a simple smile line if desired.

Bird Flower Crown

The flower crown sits across the front top of the bird’s head. Use tiny flowers in white, purple, pink, and yellow with green leaves.

Tiny Flower

Make 4 to 5 flowers in different colors.

1. R1: 5 sc in MR, sl st to join.
2. Ch 2, sl st in same st, repeat around for 5 petals.
3. FO, leaving a sewing tail.

Tiny Leaf

Make 3 to 4 leaves with green yarn.

1. Ch 5.
2. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sl st, sc, hdc, sl st.
3. FO, leaving a sewing tail.

Sew the flowers and leaves across the bird’s forehead, slightly above the eyes. Place the largest flower near the center and smaller flowers toward the sides.

Attaching the Bird to the Dog

Pin the bird on the top center of the dog’s head. The bird should sit upright and face forward. Sew through the bird feet, lower body, and several stitches of the dog’s head.

Make several hidden stitches so the bird is secure. Avoid pulling too tightly, or the top of the dog’s head may dent. The final look should be playful, as if the bird is sitting gently on the dog’s head.

Picnic Basket

The basket sits beside the doll in the image. Use tan yarn for the basket and brown yarn for the handle. Add a red gingham-style cloth if you like.

Basket Base

Use tan yarn.

1. Ch 13.
2. R1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 11, 3 sc in last ch, sc 10 on other side, inc in last st. 26 sts.
3. R2: inc, sc 10, inc 3 times, sc 10, inc 2 times. 32 sts.
4. R3: BLO sc around. 32 sts.
5. R4 to R9: sc around. 32 sts.
6. R10: sl st around loosely for a rim.
7. FO and weave in end.

Basket Lid

Make 2 small half-lids with tan yarn.

1. Ch 12.
2. Row 1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 11. Ch 1, turn.
3. Row 2: sc across. 11 sts.
4. Row 3: dec, sc 7, dec. 9 sts.
5. Row 4: dec, sc 5, dec. 7 sts.
6. FO, leaving a sewing tail.

Sew one lid to each side of the basket top, leaving a small gap in the center. Add a brown handle across the top.

Basket Handle

Use brown yarn.

1. Ch 32.
2. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 31.
3. FO, leaving tails.

Sew the handle to the narrow sides of the basket. Curve it upward. For the red picnic cloth, crochet a small rectangle or cut a small fabric piece and tuck it inside the basket.

Mini Camera

The small camera rests near the basket. Use brown, white, black, and light blue yarn.

Camera Body

Use brown yarn.

1. Row 1: Ch 13, starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 12. Ch 1, turn.
2. Row 2 to Row 7: sc across. 12 sts.
3. Work one round of sc evenly around the rectangle.
4. FO, leaving a sewing tail.

Fold the rectangle slightly and stitch the sides together with a little stuffing inside. Shape it into a small box.

Camera Top

Use light blue or gray yarn.

1. Row 1: Ch 11, starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 10.
2. Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc 10.
3. FO, leaving a sewing tail.

Sew the top strip across the upper front edge of the camera.

Camera Lens

Use black and white yarn.

1. With black, R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. R2: inc around. 12 sts.
3. Change to white, R3: sc 1, inc around. 18 sts.
4. FO, leaving a sewing tail.

Sew the lens to the center front of the camera. Add a small black square or embroidered line on one side for the viewfinder. Use brown yarn for a narrow strap if desired.

Straw Sun Hat

The straw hat is a separate accessory placed beside the doll. Use tan yarn. Work with a firm tension so the brim lies flat.

Hat Crown

1. R1: 6 sc in MR. 6 sts.
2. R2: inc around. 12 sts.
3. R3: sc 1, inc around. 18 sts.
4. R4: sc 2, inc around. 24 sts.
5. R5: sc 3, inc around. 30 sts.
6. R6: BLO sc around. 30 sts.
7. R7 to R12: sc around. 30 sts.

Hat Brim

1. R13: FLO sc 2, inc around. 40 sts.
2. R14: sc 3, inc around. 50 sts.
3. R15: sc 4, inc around. 60 sts.
4. R16: sc around. 60 sts.
5. R17: sl st around loosely. 60 sts.
6. FO and weave in end.

Use light blue yarn or ribbon-style crochet chains to make the hat band and bow.

Hat Band and Bow

1. Ch 34, starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 33. FO.
2. Wrap around the base of the crown and sew in place.
3. For each bow loop, ch 9, starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 8. FO.
4. For each bow tail, ch 7, starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 6. FO.

Sew the bow pieces to one side of the hat band. The finished hat should look like the small straw hat with pale blue trim in the image.

Optional Wooden Bench Display Position

The doll is designed to sit with both legs hanging forward. To help the seated position, sew the legs to the lower front of the body rather than directly underneath. This makes the hips bend naturally.

If you want the doll to sit securely, place a small weighted pouch inside the lower body before closing. You can also sew the shorts lightly to the back of the body to keep the outfit smooth while the doll sits.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

1. Sew the neck securely between the body and head.
2. Attach the muzzle to the lower front of the head, then sew the black nose to the muzzle tip.
3. Sew the black patch to one side of the muzzle area.
4. Sew the ears to the sides of the head so they hang down evenly.
5. Embroider the eyes, brows, and smile with black thread.
6. Attach the arms under the sleeves and embroider black paw lines.
7. Sew the legs to the lower front body and attach the sandals.
8. Fit the shirt and overalls, then sew the bib, straps, pockets, buttons, and patches.
9. Wrap and sew the red collar around the neck.
10. Sew the crossbody bag strap diagonally across the chest and secure the bag at one hip.
11. Sew the yellow bird to the top of the head and add the flower crown.
12. Place the basket, camera, and straw hat beside the finished doll for the full picnic display.

Check the face from the front before tying off embroidery ends. Small changes in eye angle and smile curve can completely change the expression, so pin and preview each detail before making permanent stitches.

Care Notes

• Spot clean with a damp cloth and mild soap.
• Do not machine wash if buttons, embroidery, or weighted inserts are used.
• Let the doll air dry flat in a shaded area.
• Reshape the ears, muzzle, overalls, and hat while damp if needed.
• Keep away from rough Velcro, pets, and sharp objects that may catch the stitches.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• The head is firmly attached and angled slightly forward.
• The muzzle is centered and projects outward smoothly.
• Both ears hang evenly on the sides of the head.
• The overalls have a front bib, straps, pockets, cuffs, and tiny buttons.
• The sandals show white toes with black stitched toe lines.
• The bird is securely sewn to the top of the head.
• The flower crown, strawberry, daisy, patches, bag, basket, camera, and hat are all complete.

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

To preserve the shape, avoid soaking the finished doll. Use a soft cloth to clean the white head, muzzle, arms, and legs. For darker yarn areas, dab gently instead of rubbing so the black and blue fibers stay neat.

Store the doll upright or seated with the ears lying naturally. Do not place heavy items on the head, bird, brim of the hat, or picnic basket. If storing long term, wrap the accessories separately in tissue paper.

Keep the doll out of direct sunlight for long periods, especially the red collar, yellow bird, and blue overalls. This helps prevent fading and keeps the summer picnic colors bright and cheerful.