This sweet knitted garden doll features a lavender hippo with a rounded head, soft muzzle, large embroidered blue eyes, curled nostrils, and a pale sage dress trimmed in purple. The full set includes grape clusters, leafy accents, a bow, a matching floppy garden hat, a grape basket, decorated shoes, a tiny mug, and a striped straw.
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Pattern Overview
This pattern is written in US English knitting terms. The doll is knitted mostly in the round to create a smooth handmade toy look with visible knit stitches like the reference image. Small accessories are worked flat or as tiny tubes, then sewn on securely.
- Finished doll height: about 11 to 12 inches, not including the hat.
- Finished hat width: about 5 inches across the brim.
- Skill level: confident beginner to intermediate.
- Main method: knitting in the round with double-pointed needles or magic loop.
- Seaming method: mattress stitch, whipstitch, and careful invisible sewing.
- Important look: firm stuffing, tight gauge, rounded shapes, lavender and grape-themed details.
Materials
- Yarn weight: DK or light worsted yarn. Use a firm cotton blend, acrylic, or wool blend that shows knit stitches clearly.
- Main lavender: 70 g for head, body, arms, and legs.
- Light pink-lavender: 25 g for muzzle, inner ears, cheeks, and small details.
- Pale sage green: 35 g for dress, straps, leaves, and shoe bands.
- Purple: 40 g for trims, grapes, bow, hat brim, shoes, and mug.
- White: small amount for shoe cuffs, eye highlights, mug foam, and straw stripes.
- Black: small amount for pupils, eyelashes, brows, and mouth details.
- Turquoise blue: small amount for eye irises.
- Tan or basket beige: 20 g for the grape basket.
- Needles: US 3, 3.25 mm double-pointed needles or long circular needle for magic loop.
- Optional smaller needles: US 2, 2.75 mm for tiny grapes, leaves, and firm accessories.
- Stuffing: polyester fiberfill.
- Tools: tapestry needle, stitch markers, pins, scissors, removable markers, and row counter.
- Optional: two small purple buttons for the dress front.
Gauge
Work at a tight toy gauge so stuffing does not show through. A good target is about 7 stitches and 9 rounds per inch in stockinette stitch using US 3 needles. If your fabric looks loose, go down one needle size.
The exact gauge is less important than firmness, but all parts should be knitted with the same tension. The hippo in the image has a smooth, rounded, plump shape, so stuff each piece firmly without stretching the stitches open.
Abbreviations
- CO: cast on.
- BO: bind off.
- k: knit.
- p: purl.
- st or sts: stitch or stitches.
- rnd: round.
- RS: right side.
- WS: wrong side.
- kfb: knit into the front and back of the same stitch, increasing 1 stitch.
- k2tog: knit 2 stitches together, decreasing 1 stitch.
- ssk: slip, slip, knit slipped stitches together.
- yo: yarn over.
- sl: slip stitch purlwise.
- st st: stockinette stitch.
- m1: make 1 increase.
- I-cord: small knitted tube worked over a few stitches.
Construction Notes
The doll is built from separate pieces: head, muzzle, ears, body, arms, legs, shoes, dress, hat, basket, mug, grapes, leaves, and bow. This makes it easier to copy the layered look in the image.
For the most polished result, knit the doll pieces firmly and shape them with stuffing before sewing. Pin every part in place first. The head sits upright, the muzzle projects forward, the ears sit high on the sides, and the arms angle slightly downward from the shoulders.
Main Hippo Head
Use main lavender yarn. Work in the round. Stuff gradually as you close the shape. The head should be large, round, and slightly taller than it is wide, matching the soft dome visible in the picture.
Rounds for head:
CO 12 sts and divide evenly over needles.
Rnd 1: k all sts. 12 sts.
Rnd 2: kfb in every st around. 24 sts.
Rnd 3: k all sts.
Rnd 4: repeat k1, kfb around. 36 sts.
Rnd 5: k all sts.
Rnd 6: repeat k2, kfb around. 48 sts.
Rnd 7: k all sts.
Rnd 8: repeat k3, kfb around. 60 sts.
Rnd 9: k all sts.
Rnd 10: repeat k4, kfb around. 72 sts.
Rnds 11 to 29: k all sts for 19 rounds.
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Begin top and back shaping:
Rnd 30: repeat k10, k2tog around. 66 sts.
Rnd 31: k all sts.
Rnd 32: repeat k9, k2tog around. 60 sts.
Rnd 33: k all sts.
Rnd 34: repeat k8, k2tog around. 54 sts.
Rnd 35: repeat k7, k2tog around. 48 sts.
Rnd 36: repeat k6, k2tog around. 42 sts.
Rnd 37: repeat k5, k2tog around. 36 sts.
Rnd 38: repeat k4, k2tog around. 30 sts.
Begin stuffing the head firmly. Push stuffing into the top dome first, then fill the sides evenly. The lower front should stay smooth because the muzzle will be sewn there.
Close the head:
Rnd 39: repeat k3, k2tog around. 24 sts.
Rnd 40: repeat k2, k2tog around. 18 sts.
Rnd 41: repeat k1, k2tog around. 12 sts.
Rnd 42: k2tog around. 6 sts.
Cut yarn, leaving a long tail. Thread through remaining stitches, pull tight, and weave in securely. Gently roll the head between your palms to smooth the stuffing and create the rounded hippo face shape.
Rounded Muzzle
Use light pink-lavender yarn. The muzzle is an oval pad that sits across the lower front of the head. It should be wide, soft, and puffy, with the top edge tucked just under the eyes.
Muzzle pattern:
CO 10 sts and join in the round.
Rnd 1: k all sts. 10 sts.
Rnd 2: kfb in every st around. 20 sts.
Rnd 3: k all sts.
Rnd 4: repeat k1, kfb around. 30 sts.
Rnd 5: k all sts.
Rnd 6: repeat k2, kfb around. 40 sts.
Rnds 7 to 14: k all sts for 8 rounds.
Rnd 15: repeat k6, k2tog around. 35 sts.
Rnd 16: k all sts.
Rnd 17: repeat k5, k2tog around. 30 sts.
Stuff the muzzle lightly. It should protrude, but it should not become a hard ball. Leave the back open for sewing. BO loosely and leave a long tail.
Place the muzzle on the lower front of the head, centered horizontally. The top of the muzzle should begin about 5 rounds below the center of the eyes, and the bottom should sit above the neck line. Sew around the edge with small stitches, adding a little stuffing before closing completely.
Nostrils, Mouth, and Cheeks
The image shows curled nostril details on both sides of the muzzle and a tiny dark mouth at the lower center. These details give the hippo its gentle expression.
- Nostril curls: with lavender-pink yarn, CO 4 sts. Knit 8 rows in I-cord. BO. Make 2. Coil each cord into a tiny spiral and sew one on each side of the muzzle, around 6 stitches apart.
- Center mouth: use dark plum or black yarn. Embroider a small V shape below the nostrils, about 2 rounds above the lower edge of the muzzle.
- Cheeks: use pale pink yarn or very light blush embroidery. Add 6 to 8 tiny duplicate stitches on each side of the muzzle, just below the eyes.
Eyes, Eyelashes, and Brows
The eyes are large, bright, and expressive. They sit close together above the muzzle with blue irises, black centers, white highlights, long lashes, and curved brows. Use embroidery so the face stays soft and toy-safe.
Eye placement: mark two eye centers on the head, about 8 stitches apart. Place them on the front of the head, roughly 4 rounds above the top edge of the muzzle. The eyes should look slightly oversized, like the reference doll.
- With turquoise yarn, embroider an oval iris over about 5 stitches wide and 5 rounds tall.
- With black yarn, fill the center of each iris using satin stitches or tight duplicate stitches.
- With white yarn, add one large highlight stitch near the upper left of each black pupil.
- With black yarn, outline the upper eyelid in a curved line above each eye.
- Add 4 long eyelashes per eye, angling outward and slightly upward.
- Embroider thin curved brows about 3 rounds above the eyes.
Keep the expression gentle and slightly surprised. Do not pull embroidery too tightly, or the face will dent. Secure all thread ends inside the head with a tapestry needle.
Ears
The ears are small rounded circles positioned high on the head. They are lavender outside with soft pink-lavender centers, and they sit partly behind the grape and bow decorations.
Outer Ears, Make 2
Use main lavender yarn and work in the round.
CO 8 sts.
Rnd 1: k all sts. 8 sts.
Rnd 2: kfb around. 16 sts.
Rnd 3: k all sts.
Rnd 4: repeat k1, kfb around. 24 sts.
Rnds 5 to 7: k all sts.
Rnd 8: repeat k2, k2tog around. 18 sts.
BO, leaving a long tail.
Inner Ear Circles, Make 2
Use light pink-lavender yarn.
CO 6 sts.
Rnd 1: kfb around. 12 sts.
Rnd 2: repeat k1, kfb around. 18 sts.
BO loosely. Sew one inner circle onto each outer ear.
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Fold each ear slightly at the lower edge and sew with a curved shape. Attach ears to the upper sides of the head between rounds 10 and 16 from the top, angled outward. The ears should look round and plush, not flat.
Body
The body is hidden under the dress, but it must be firm enough to hold the head and limbs. Use main lavender yarn. The body is pear-shaped, narrower at the neck and wider near the lower dress line.
Body pattern:
CO 18 sts and join in the round.
Rnd 1: k all sts. 18 sts.
Rnd 2: repeat k2, kfb around. 24 sts.
Rnd 3: k all sts.
Rnd 4: repeat k3, kfb around. 30 sts.
Rnd 5: k all sts.
Rnd 6: repeat k4, kfb around. 36 sts.
Rnd 7: k all sts.
Rnd 8: repeat k5, kfb around. 42 sts.
Rnds 9 to 25: k all sts.
Rnd 26: repeat k5, k2tog around. 36 sts.
Rnd 27: k all sts.
Rnd 28: repeat k4, k2tog around. 30 sts.
Rnd 29: k all sts.
Rnd 30: repeat k3, k2tog around. 24 sts.
Rnd 31: k all sts.
Stuff the body firmly, keeping the base slightly rounded and the top stable. BO all stitches. Leave a long tail for sewing the head to the body. The neck should sit directly under the head, with no wobble.
Legs
Make 2 legs using main lavender yarn. The legs are straight, soft tubes, visible below the dress. They should be the same length and stuffed firmly enough to support the shoes.
Leg pattern, make 2:
CO 16 sts and join in the round.
Rnds 1 to 4: k all sts.
Rnd 5: repeat k7, kfb around. 18 sts.
Rnds 6 to 30: k all sts.
Rnd 31: repeat k1, k2tog around. 12 sts.
Stuff the leg evenly. Do not overstuff the top, because it will be sewn under the body. Cut yarn and thread through remaining stitches to close the foot end if you are not attaching the shoe directly. Leave the cast-on edge open for sewing to the body.
Arms
The arms are smooth lavender tubes with rounded ends. In the image, the arms hang down slightly to the sides, with the right arm near the grape bag and the left arm beside the dress.
Arm pattern, make 2:
CO 12 sts and join in the round.
Rnd 1: k all sts. 12 sts.
Rnd 2: repeat k1, kfb around. 18 sts.
Rnds 3 to 9: k all sts.
Rnd 10: repeat k5, kfb around. 21 sts.
Rnds 11 to 32: k all sts.
Rnd 33: repeat k5, k2tog around. 18 sts.
Rnd 34: repeat k1, k2tog around. 12 sts.
Rnd 35: k2tog around. 6 sts.
Stuff the arm firmly at the lower end and more lightly at the shoulder. Pull the final stitches closed. Sew the top opening flat, then attach each arm at the upper body sides, just below the neck, angled slightly forward.
Lavender and Sage Shoes
The shoes are chunky, rounded, and decorated with white cuffs, sage straps, purple soles, grape clusters, and tiny leaves. Work each shoe as a small stuffed oval that fits around the bottom of the leg.
Shoe Base, Make 2
Use purple yarn.
CO 10 sts and join in the round.
Rnd 1: k all sts. 10 sts.
Rnd 2: kfb around. 20 sts.
Rnd 3: k all sts.
Rnd 4: repeat k1, kfb around. 30 sts.
Rnds 5 to 10: k all sts.
Rnd 11: repeat k3, k2tog around. 24 sts.
Rnd 12: k all sts.
BO, leaving a long tail.
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Stuff the shoe lightly so it becomes a rounded slipper shape. Insert the bottom of the leg into the open top and sew securely around the ankle.
White Cuffs, Make 2
Use white yarn. Pick up 18 sts around the top of each shoe.
Rnds 1 to 3: repeat k1, p1 around for ribbing.
Rnd 4: BO in pattern.
Sage Shoe Strap, Make 2
Use sage yarn. CO 4 sts and knit 26 rows in garter stitch. BO. Wrap one strap across the front of each shoe and sew the ends at the sides.
Add a tiny grape cluster to each shoe front using 5 purple bobbles and 2 sage leaves. Sew the bobbles in a triangle shape, then place the leaves above them.
Dress Bodice
The dress has a pale sage bodice, purple edging, short sleeves, a purple belt, and small buttons down the center front. It should sit snugly on the body, with the skirt flaring outward.
Use sage yarn. Work from the waist upward in the round.
CO 48 sts and join in the round.
Rnds 1 to 4: k all sts.
Rnd 5: repeat k6, k2tog around. 42 sts.
Rnds 6 to 12: k all sts.
Rnd 13: repeat k5, k2tog around. 36 sts.
Rnds 14 to 18: k all sts.
Rnd 19: repeat k4, k2tog around. 30 sts.
Rnd 20: k all sts.
BO loosely. Slide the bodice over the body before the arms are fully sewn if possible. If the body is already assembled, leave a small back opening and close it with mattress stitch after dressing the doll.
Purple Neck Trim
With purple yarn, pick up 30 sts around the top of the bodice.
Rnd 1: p all sts.
Rnd 2: k all sts.
BO loosely.
Front Buttons
Sew two small purple buttons down the front center of the bodice. Place one near the neckline and one just above the belt line. If this doll is for a young child, embroider button circles instead of using hard buttons.
Flared Sage Skirt
The skirt has a soft gathered shape with a pale sage upper layer and a purple lace-style lower trim. It should look wider than the body and slightly ruffled at the bottom.
Use sage yarn. Work in the round from the hem upward.
CO 96 sts.
Rnd 1: repeat k2, p2 around.
Rnd 2: k all sts.
Rnd 3: repeat k6, yo, k2tog around for a subtle eyelet line.
Rnds 4 to 12: k all sts.
Rnd 13: repeat k4, k2tog around. 80 sts.
Rnds 14 to 18: k all sts.
Rnd 19: repeat k3, k2tog around. 64 sts.
Rnds 20 to 22: k all sts.
Rnd 23: repeat k2, k2tog around. 48 sts.
BO loosely.
Pull the skirt onto the body so the cast-off edge meets the lower bodice. Sew the skirt to the waist. The fabric should flare outward naturally, like the reference image.
Purple Lace Hem
Use purple yarn and pick up 96 sts around the skirt hem.
Rnd 1: p all sts.
Rnd 2: repeat k2tog, yo around.
Rnd 3: k all sts.
Rnd 4: repeat k1, kfb around for a ruffled edge. 144 sts.
Rnd 5: p all sts.
BO loosely.
For the dotted sparkle look in the image, add tiny white straight stitches along the purple trim. Keep them irregular and soft, like small highlights on the knitted edge.
Cap Sleeves and Purple Sleeve Ruffles
The sleeves are short sage caps with purple frills at the edges. They sit over the tops of the arms and connect visually with the bodice.
Sage sleeve caps, make 2:
CO 20 sts flat.
Row 1: k all sts.
Row 2: p all sts.
Rows 3 to 8: continue in st st.
Row 9: k2tog, k to last 2 sts, ssk. 18 sts.
Row 10: p all sts.
Row 11: repeat row 9. 16 sts.
BO.
Sew one sleeve cap over each shoulder, curving the cast-on edge around the top of the arm.
Purple ruffle edge, make 2:
With purple yarn, pick up 18 sts along the sleeve edge.
Row 1: kfb in every st. 36 sts.
Row 2: p all sts.
Row 3: BO loosely.
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Purple Waist Belt and Crossbody Strap
The doll has a purple waist trim and a sage-green crossbody strap that supports the grape bag. These thin details help match the garden outfit in the image.
- Waist belt: with purple yarn, CO 5 sts. Knit in garter stitch for about 8 inches or long enough to wrap the waist. BO. Sew around the waist over the bodice and skirt seam.
- Crossbody strap: with sage yarn, CO 4 sts. Knit I-cord for about 9 inches. Sew one end near the left shoulder and the other near the right hip.
- Strap position: angle the strap from the doll’s left shoulder down to the grape cluster on the right side.
Grape Bobbles
Use this grape bobble pattern for the hair decoration, dress motifs, shoe decorations, basket grapes, and crossbody grape bag. Knit each grape tightly so it looks round and bead-like.
One knitted grape bobble:
CO 4 sts.
Row 1: kfb in each st. 8 sts.
Row 2: p all sts.
Row 3: repeat k2tog across. 4 sts.
Row 4: p all sts.
Cut yarn, thread through all 4 sts, pull tight, and stitch the edges together into a ball. Stuff with one tiny pinch of fiberfill if needed.
Make about 60 grape bobbles total: 18 for the side bag, 14 for the basket, 8 for the hat, 7 for the head cluster, 8 for shoes, and 5 for dress motifs. Use mixed purple shades for a more natural cluster.
Knitted Leaves
The leaves are small, pointed, and sage green. They appear on the head, hat, shoes, basket, and grape bag.
Leaf pattern, make 20:
CO 3 sts.
Row 1: k all sts.
Row 2: k1, m1, k1, m1, k1. 5 sts.
Row 3: k all sts.
Row 4: k2, m1, k1, m1, k2. 7 sts.
Row 5: k all sts.
Row 6: k2tog, k3, ssk. 5 sts.
Row 7: k all sts.
Row 8: k2tog, k1, ssk. 3 sts.
Row 9: sl1, k2tog, pass slipped st over. 1 st.
Fasten off.
Embroider a center vein with darker green yarn. Gently shape each leaf with your fingers before sewing it to grape clusters.
Large Grape Crossbody Cluster
The right side of the doll has a large grape cluster hanging near the skirt. This is one of the most important details in the reference image.
- Knit 18 grape bobbles in purple shades.
- Arrange them in a hanging cluster shape: 5 bobbles at the top, 5 in the next row, 4 in the next row, 3 in the next row, and 1 at the bottom.
- Sew the bobbles together from the back using purple yarn.
- Add 4 sage leaves at the top.
- Sew the cluster to the end of the crossbody strap near the doll’s right hip.
Let the grape cluster sit partly over the skirt hem, just like the image. It should look dimensional, not flat, so do not sew every bobble completely down to the dress.
Small Grape Motifs on Dress
The dress front has tiny grape decorations. Make 3 small clusters for the skirt.
For each small motif, use 5 grape bobbles. Arrange 2 bobbles on top, 2 in the middle, and 1 at the bottom. Add 1 or 2 tiny leaves above each cluster. Sew the motifs across the lower front of the sage skirt, leaving space between them.
Head Bow
The left top of the head has a purple bow beside the ear. The bow is rounded and soft, with a small center wrap.
Bow piece:
Use purple yarn. CO 18 sts.
Rows 1 to 8: knit every row.
BO. Weave in ends.
Pinch the rectangle at the center. Wrap purple yarn tightly around the middle 8 times. Secure at the back. Sew the bow near the top left of the head, slightly in front of the ear. Shape both loops so they look full and even.
Head Grape Cluster
The right top of the head has a small grape cluster and leaves tucked near the ear. Make 7 grape bobbles and 3 leaves.
Sew 3 bobbles across the top, 3 below them, and 1 at the bottom. Add the leaves behind the top bobbles. Attach the cluster near the right ear, angled upward. Keep it balanced with the bow on the opposite side.
Floppy Lavender Garden Hat
The matching hat has a rounded lavender crown, wide purple brim, grape trim, leaves, and a decorative purple flower. It is shown beside the doll, but it can also be made to fit the head loosely.
Hat Crown
Use lavender yarn and work in the round.
CO 8 sts.
Rnd 1: k all sts. 8 sts.
Rnd 2: kfb around. 16 sts.
Rnd 3: k all sts.
Rnd 4: repeat k1, kfb around. 24 sts.
Rnd 5: k all sts.
Rnd 6: repeat k2, kfb around. 32 sts.
Rnd 7: k all sts.
Rnd 8: repeat k3, kfb around. 40 sts.
Rnd 9: k all sts.
Rnd 10: repeat k4, kfb around. 48 sts.
Rnds 11 to 18: k all sts.
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Hat Brim
Change to purple yarn.
Rnd 19: repeat k3, kfb around. 60 sts.
Rnd 20: p all sts.
Rnd 21: repeat k4, kfb around. 72 sts.
Rnd 22: k all sts.
Rnd 23: repeat k5, kfb around. 84 sts.
Rnd 24: repeat k2tog, yo around for eyelets.
Rnd 25: k all sts.
Rnd 26: repeat k6, kfb around. 96 sts.
Rnd 27: p all sts.
BO loosely.
Block the brim lightly with your hands. The brim should wave gently like the image, not lie perfectly flat.
Hat Flower and Grape Decoration
Make 8 grape bobbles, 4 leaves, and 1 purple flower. For the flower, CO 24 sts, knit 4 rows, BO, then coil the strip into a blossom and stitch the base closed. Sew the flower, grapes, and leaves to one side of the brim.
Garden Grape Basket
The basket is small, round, tan, and filled with purple grapes. It has a curved handle, lace-like lavender trim, and a small bow on the front.
Basket Base and Sides
Use tan yarn.
CO 8 sts and join in the round.
Rnd 1: k all sts. 8 sts.
Rnd 2: kfb around. 16 sts.
Rnd 3: repeat k1, kfb around. 24 sts.
Rnd 4: repeat k2, kfb around. 32 sts.
Rnd 5: p all sts to form the base ridge.
Rnds 6 to 17: k all sts.
Rnd 18: repeat k1, p1 around for rim texture.
Rnd 19: BO in pattern.
Stuff the basket lightly, or insert a small round felt-free knitted disk inside if you prefer a hollow top. The basket should sit upright and hold the grapes visibly.
Basket Handle
Use tan yarn. CO 5 sts and knit I-cord for 8 inches. Sew each end to opposite sides of the basket. Curve the handle neatly above the grapes.
Basket Filling and Bow
Make 14 grape bobbles and 4 leaves. Sew them into a mound inside the basket. For the front bow, CO 14 sts in lavender, knit 6 rows, BO, pinch the middle, and wrap with yarn. Sew the bow to the front center of the basket.
Tiny Purple Mug and Straw
The mug is purple with a rounded handle, white foam rim, purple drink surface, green leaf accent, and a striped straw.
Mug Cup
Use purple yarn.
CO 20 sts and join in the round.
Rnds 1 to 3: k all sts.
Rnd 4: repeat k4, kfb around. 24 sts.
Rnds 5 to 14: k all sts.
Rnd 15: p all sts for rim texture.
BO loosely.
Close the bottom by gathering the cast-on edge or sewing in a small knitted disk. Stuff the cup lightly at the bottom so it stands. Leave the top slightly open.
Foam Rim and Drink Surface
With white yarn, pick up 24 sts around the mug rim.
Rnd 1: repeat k1, p1 around.
Rnd 2: BO in pattern.
For the purple drink surface, CO 8 sts in purple, kfb around to 16 sts, then BO. Sew this small disk just inside the white rim.
Mug Handle
Use purple yarn. CO 4 sts and knit I-cord for 3 inches. Sew the ends to one side of the mug, shaping it into a C handle.
Striped Straw
Use white yarn and purple yarn. CO 3 sts. Knit I-cord for 2.5 inches, changing color every 3 rows to create diagonal-looking stripes. Sew the straw into the drink surface at a slight angle. Add one tiny sage leaf beside it.
Assembly Order
Use the following order to keep the doll neat and balanced. Pin each piece first, then sew when you are happy with the placement.
- Sew the head to the body with the face centered forward.
- Attach the legs to the lower body, spaced evenly under the dress line.
- Dress the body with the bodice, skirt, belt, and purple trims.
- Sew the arms at the shoulders so they hang beside the dress.
- Add the shoes, cuffs, straps, and shoe grape decorations.
- Sew the muzzle to the head, then complete nostrils, mouth, cheeks, eyes, lashes, and brows.
- Attach ears, bow, and head grape cluster.
- Add the crossbody strap and large grape cluster.
- Finish the hat, basket, and mug as separate accessories.
Final Assembly and Facial Detailing
Check the face from the front before tying off any embroidery ends. The eyes should be even, bright, and centered above the muzzle. The brows should curve gently upward, and the lashes should frame the eyes without overpowering them.
Sew the ears at matching heights. The bow should sit on one side of the top head area, while the grape cluster balances the other side. Add a few tiny white stitches to the purple trims if you want the speckled handmade sparkle shown in the image.
Shape the muzzle with your fingers after sewing. If one side looks flat, insert your needle through a seam and gently move the stuffing. The muzzle should be oval, plush, and slightly wider than the eye spacing.
Care Notes
- Spot clean with cool water and mild soap.
- Do not machine wash if the doll has buttons or delicate embroidery.
- Reshape the hat brim, muzzle, and grape clusters while damp if needed.
- Let all pieces air dry completely on a towel.
- Keep away from pets that may pull the small grape bobbles or straw.
Quick Checklist Before You Finish
- The head is round, smooth, and securely attached.
- The muzzle is centered and softly stuffed.
- The eyes are large, blue, shiny-looking, and evenly placed.
- The eyelashes and brows are symmetrical.
- The sage dress flares outward with purple ruffle trim.
- The grape bag hangs from the crossbody strap on the doll’s right side.
- The shoes have white cuffs, sage straps, purple details, leaves, and grape clusters.
- The hat, basket, and mug match the lavender grape garden theme.
Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines
Store the doll upright or lying flat in a dry place away from direct sunlight. Long sun exposure can fade lavender, purple, and sage yarn. If displaying the accessories separately, place the hat, basket, and mug near the doll so the full garden scene stays together.
To remove dust, use a soft brush and gentle strokes following the direction of the knit stitches. Avoid pulling on the grape bobbles, leaves, bow center, mug handle, or straw. These small pieces are decorative and should be handled carefully.
If the doll becomes compressed, fluff it by gently rolling the stuffed areas between your hands. Reshape the shoes, muzzle, and head slowly. Do not twist the neck or pull the arms, because the seams are designed for a soft display doll finish.
For long-term storage, wrap the doll in clean cotton fabric or acid-free tissue. Keep it in a box with enough space for the hat brim and grape clusters. Do not place heavy objects on top of the doll, or the round shapes may flatten.
