Knitting Tutorial: Dachshund Argyle Reading Day Doll – Free Knitting Pattern

This cheerful knitted dachshund doll is dressed for a cozy reading day, wearing a green argyle vest over a cream collared shirt, cuffed plaid trousers, brown shoes, and a blue-green patterned beret with a pom-pom. The design also includes long floppy ears, a tan muzzle, black stitched nose, a crossbody book bag with a small flower, plus tiny reading-day props.

 

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Pattern Overview

This pattern is written in US English knitting terms. The doll is worked mainly flat in small pieces, then seamed, stuffed, and decorated. The finished toy is designed to look like the pictured dachshund: rounded brown head, long dark ears, warm tan muzzle patches, narrow body, soft sleeves, argyle vest, plaid trousers, rounded shoes, and a small shoulder bag.

The stitch counts below are written to create a doll about 11 inches tall when knitted with DK weight yarn and small needles. Use firm stuffing and tight gauge so the fabric holds its shape and the toy looks neat.

Finished Size

• Doll height: about 11 in / 28 cm from beret top to shoe sole.
• Head width: about 3.25 in / 8 cm after stuffing.
• Body width: about 2.75 in / 7 cm across the vest.
• Leg length: about 3.25 in / 8 cm from trouser top to shoe sole.
• Bag size: about 1.5 in / 4 cm tall, excluding handles and strap.

Skill Level

Confident beginner to intermediate. The shaping is simple, but the doll has many small details. The argyle vest and plaid trousers use easy colorwork and embroidery. Beginners may knit the base pieces first, then add the decorative lines slowly after assembly.

Materials

• DK weight yarn in medium dachshund brown for head, body, hands, and shoe soles.
• DK weight yarn in dark chocolate brown for ears, ear edging, nose, and plaid lines.
• DK weight yarn in tan for muzzle, chest details, shoe inserts, and teapot set.
• DK weight yarn in cream for shirt, collar, sleeves, cuffs, and book pages.
• DK weight yarn in moss green for vest body and beret ribbing.
• DK weight yarn in blue for argyle diamonds and beret pattern.
• DK weight yarn in pale green for argyle diamonds and flower leaves.
• Small amounts of rust brown for shoes and trouser waistband detail.
• Small amounts of beige for bag and bag strap.
• Small amounts of red, yellow, and teal for the flower on the bag.
• Pair of US 2 / 2.75 mm straight needles.
• Set of US 2 / 2.75 mm double-pointed needles, optional for small round pieces.
• Tapestry needle.
• Polyester toy stuffing.
• Two 6 mm black safety eyes, or black yarn for embroidered eyes.
• Three tiny tan buttons for the shirt front, or French knots made with yarn.
• One small stitch marker.

Gauge

• Gauge in stockinette: 28 sts and 36 rows = 4 in / 10 cm.
• Firm toy gauge: stitches should look tight enough that stuffing does not show.
• Gauge note: exact gauge is less important than a dense fabric, but all pieces should be knitted with the same tension.

Abbreviations

• BO: bind off.
• CO: cast on.
• k: knit.
• p: purl.
• st / sts: stitch / stitches.
• RS: right side.
• WS: wrong side.
• rnd: round.
• kfb: knit into the front and back of the same stitch.
• k2tog: knit 2 stitches together.
• ssk: slip 1 knitwise, slip 1 knitwise, knit slipped stitches together through back loops.
• p2tog: purl 2 stitches together.
• st st: stockinette stitch, knit RS rows and purl WS rows.
• garter st: knit every row.
• seed st: Row 1: k1, p1; Row 2: p the knit sts and k the purl sts.

Helpful Notes Before You Begin

All small pieces should be seamed with mattress stitch when possible. Leave long yarn tails at cast-on and bind-off edges because those tails are useful for sewing the pieces together neatly.

The dachshund face is the most important part of the design. Keep the muzzle low and rounded, place the eyes slightly above the muzzle, and attach the ears long and close to the sides of the head. This gives the doll the soft, loyal dachshund look shown in the image.

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Dachshund Head

Work the head flat from the lower neck upward. Use medium dachshund brown yarn.

1. CO 14 sts.
2. Row 1: p all sts.
3. Row 2: k1, kfb, k10, kfb, k1. 16 sts.
4. Row 3 and all WS rows through Row 17: p all sts.
5. Row 4: k1, kfb, k12, kfb, k1. 18 sts.
6. Row 6: k1, kfb, k14, kfb, k1. 20 sts.
7. Row 8: k1, kfb, k16, kfb, k1. 22 sts.
8. Row 10: k1, kfb, k18, kfb, k1. 24 sts.
9. Row 12: k1, kfb, k20, kfb, k1. 26 sts.
10. Row 14: k1, kfb, k22, kfb, k1. 28 sts.
11. Rows 15 to 24: work in st st, keeping 28 sts.
12. Row 25: p all sts.
13. Row 26: k1, ssk, k22, k2tog, k1. 26 sts.
14. Row 28: k1, ssk, k20, k2tog, k1. 24 sts.
15. Row 30: k1, ssk, k18, k2tog, k1. 22 sts.
16. Row 32: k1, ssk, k16, k2tog, k1. 20 sts.
17. Row 34: k1, ssk, k14, k2tog, k1. 18 sts.
18. Row 36: k1, ssk, k12, k2tog, k1. 16 sts.
19. Row 38: k2tog across. 8 sts.
20. Cut yarn, thread through remaining sts, pull snug, and leave a long sewing tail.

Fold the head with right sides together. Sew the back head seam from the top down to the neck opening. Turn right side out, stuff firmly, and keep the lower neck opening slightly oval.

Tan Muzzle Patch

The pictured muzzle is a rounded tan patch that covers the lower front of the face and rises softly at both sides. Knit this piece flat in tan yarn.

1. CO 8 sts.
2. Row 1: k all sts.
3. Row 2: k1, kfb, k4, kfb, k1. 10 sts.
4. Row 3: p all sts.
5. Row 4: k1, kfb, k6, kfb, k1. 12 sts.
6. Row 5: p all sts.
7. Row 6: k all sts.
8. Row 7: p all sts.
9. Row 8: k1, ssk, k6, k2tog, k1. 10 sts.
10. Row 9: p all sts.
11. Row 10: k1, ssk, k4, k2tog, k1. 8 sts.
12. BO all sts.

Pin the muzzle to the lower front of the head. The bottom edge should sit about 4 rows above the neck opening. Sew around the edge with tan yarn, adding a little stuffing under the center so the snout is softly raised.

Small Brow Patches

The image shows small tan markings above the eyes. Make two.

1. With tan yarn, CO 4 sts.
2. Row 1: k all sts.
3. Row 2: p all sts.
4. Row 3: k2tog twice. 2 sts.
5. BO 2 sts.

Sew one patch above each eye position, angled slightly inward. Keep them small so they look like natural dachshund markings, not large eyebrows.

Nose and Mouth

The nose is a raised black oval at the center of the tan muzzle. Knit it in black or very dark chocolate yarn.

1. CO 6 sts.
2. Row 1: p all sts.
3. Row 2: kfb, k4, kfb. 8 sts.
4. Row 3: p all sts.
5. Row 4: k2tog, k4, k2tog. 6 sts.
6. Row 5: p all sts.
7. BO all sts.

Sew the nose to the center of the muzzle. Use black yarn to embroider one straight vertical line from the lower nose to the lower muzzle. Add two small curved mouth lines, one curving left and one curving right.

Eyes

• Place two 6 mm black safety eyes between Rows 17 and 18 of the head.
• Leave about 8 knitted sts between the eyes.
• Position the eyes slightly above the widest part of the tan muzzle.
• If embroidering eyes, make each eye with 5 tight satin stitches in black yarn.

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Long Dachshund Ears

The ears should hang beside the face, long and rounded, with a darker tone than the head. Make two using dark chocolate brown yarn.

1. CO 8 sts.
2. Row 1: p all sts.
3. Row 2: k1, kfb, k4, kfb, k1. 10 sts.
4. Row 3: p all sts.
5. Row 4: k1, kfb, k6, kfb, k1. 12 sts.
6. Rows 5 to 24: work in st st, keeping 12 sts.
7. Row 25: p all sts.
8. Row 26: k1, ssk, k6, k2tog, k1. 10 sts.
9. Row 27: p all sts.
10. Row 28: k1, ssk, k4, k2tog, k1. 8 sts.
11. Row 29: p all sts.
12. Row 30: k1, ssk, k2, k2tog, k1. 6 sts.
13. BO all sts.

Fold each ear lengthwise with wrong sides together and lightly steam by hand only, without pressing flat. Sew the cast-on edge of each ear to the side of the head, starting level with the eyes and ending near the lower muzzle. Let the ears hang forward slightly.

Body Base

The body is short and rounded under the vest. Use medium dachshund brown yarn. This base will be mostly hidden by the cream shirt and green vest.

1. CO 18 sts.
2. Row 1: p all sts.
3. Row 2: k1, kfb, k14, kfb, k1. 20 sts.
4. Row 3: p all sts.
5. Row 4: k1, kfb, k16, kfb, k1. 22 sts.
6. Row 5: p all sts.
7. Row 6: k1, kfb, k18, kfb, k1. 24 sts.
8. Rows 7 to 28: work in st st, keeping 24 sts.
9. Row 29: p all sts.
10. Row 30: k1, ssk, k18, k2tog, k1. 22 sts.
11. Row 31: p all sts.
12. Row 32: k1, ssk, k16, k2tog, k1. 20 sts.
13. Row 33: p all sts.
14. Row 34: k1, ssk, k14, k2tog, k1. 18 sts.
15. BO all sts.

Sew the back seam of the body. Stuff firmly, keeping the top narrower than the lower body. Sew the head to the body at a slight forward angle so the dachshund appears to be looking gently outward.

Cream Shirt Front Panel

The cream shirt is visible at the sleeves, collar, and small center front beneath the vest. Knit this narrow panel in cream yarn.

1. CO 12 sts.
2. Rows 1 to 4: k all sts for lower hem.
3. Rows 5 to 18: work in st st.
4. Row 19: k2, p8, k2 to create a soft fold line.
5. Rows 20 to 24: work in st st.
6. BO all sts.

Sew this panel to the upper center front of the body. Only the top part and button strip need to show after the vest is added. Embroider three tiny tan buttons down the center using French knots or sew on three miniature buttons.

Cream Sleeves and Brown Paws

Make two arms. Each arm begins with a brown paw and changes to a cream shirt sleeve. The pictured sleeves are loose, rounded, and end with small rolled cuffs.

1. With medium brown yarn, CO 8 sts.
2. Row 1: p all sts.
3. Row 2: kfb, k6, kfb. 10 sts.
4. Rows 3 to 8: work in st st.
5. Change to cream yarn.
6. Rows 9 to 24: work in st st.
7. Rows 25 to 28: k all sts to make a cuff ridge.
8. Row 29: p all sts.
9. Row 30: k2tog across. 5 sts.
10. Cut yarn, thread through remaining sts, and pull tight.

Sew the side seam of each arm. Stuff the paw and lower sleeve lightly, leaving the top of the sleeve less firm. Sew one arm to each side of the upper body, angled downward. Fold the cream cuff up once so it looks like the rolled cuff in the image.

Green Argyle Vest

The vest is the visual center of the outfit. It is moss green with blue and pale green diamonds, thin cream crossing lines, ribbed lower edge, ribbed armholes, and a V-neck. Work the vest flat, then sew it onto the body.

Vest Back

1. With moss green yarn, CO 28 sts.
2. Rows 1 to 5: k1, p1 rib across.
3. Row 6: k all sts.
4. Row 7: p all sts.
5. Rows 8 to 25: work the argyle chart below.
6. Row 26: k all sts in moss green.
7. Row 27: p all sts.
8. Row 28: BO 3 sts, k22, BO last 3 sts. 22 center sts remain after shaping.
9. Row 29: p all sts.
10. Row 30: k1, ssk, k16, k2tog, k1. 20 sts.
11. Row 31: p all sts.
12. Row 32: k all sts.
13. Row 33: p all sts.
14. BO all sts.

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Vest Front

1. With moss green yarn, CO 28 sts.
2. Rows 1 to 5: k1, p1 rib across.
3. Rows 6 to 17: work the argyle chart below.
4. Row 18: work 12 sts in pattern, BO center 4 sts, work 12 sts in pattern.
5. Continue left front first, placing right front sts on a spare needle.
6. Left Row 19: p all sts.
7. Left Row 20: k to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1. 11 sts.
8. Left Row 21: p all sts.
9. Left Row 22: k to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1. 10 sts.
10. Left Row 23: p all sts.
11. Left Row 24: k to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1. 9 sts.
12. Left Row 25: p all sts.
13. Left Row 26: BO 3 sts at armhole edge, k to end. 6 sts.
14. Left Row 27: p all sts.
15. Left Row 28: k all sts.
16. BO left shoulder.
17. Join yarn to right front.
18. Right Row 19: p all sts.
19. Right Row 20: k1, ssk, k to end. 11 sts.
20. Right Row 21: p all sts.
21. Right Row 22: k1, ssk, k to end. 10 sts.
22. Right Row 23: p all sts.
23. Right Row 24: k1, ssk, k to end. 9 sts.
24. Right Row 25: p all sts.
25. Right Row 26: k to end, then BO 3 sts at armhole edge on next WS edge. 6 sts.
26. Work 2 rows even.
27. BO right shoulder.

Argyle Chart Worked Over 28 Sts

Use moss green as the background. Use blue and pale green for the diamonds. For beginners, knit the vest plain green first, then duplicate-stitch the diamonds afterward using the same row and stitch positions.

• Rows 1 and 2: moss green all sts.
• Row 3: k6 green, k2 blue, k4 green, k2 pale green, k4 green, k2 blue, k8 green.
• Row 4: p5 green, p4 blue, p2 green, p4 pale green, p2 green, p4 blue, p7 green.
• Row 5: k4 green, k6 blue, k6 pale green, k6 blue, k6 green.
• Row 6: p5 green, p4 blue, p2 green, p4 pale green, p2 green, p4 blue, p7 green.
• Row 7: k6 green, k2 blue, k4 green, k2 pale green, k4 green, k2 blue, k8 green.
• Rows 8 and 9: moss green all sts.
• Row 10: k2 green, k2 pale green, k4 green, k2 blue, k4 green, k2 pale green, k4 green, k2 blue, k6 green.
• Row 11: p1 green, p4 pale green, p2 green, p4 blue, p2 green, p4 pale green, p2 green, p4 blue, p5 green.
• Row 12: k6 pale green, k6 blue, k6 pale green, k6 blue, k4 green.
• Row 13: repeat Row 11.
• Row 14: repeat Row 10.
• Rows 15 to 18: repeat Rows 1 to 4.

Cream Argyle Crossing Lines

After the vest is knitted, use cream yarn and a tapestry needle to embroider thin diagonal lines. Work one line from the lower left rib to the upper right shoulder, passing through the centers of the diamonds. Work a second line from the lower right rib to the upper left shoulder.

• Use one long duplicate-stitch diagonal over every second knitted row.
• Keep the line thin, not bulky.
• Cross the lines through the blue and pale green diamond centers.
• Do not pull too tightly, or the vest will pucker.

Vest Edging

Sew the vest shoulder seams. Place the vest on the body and sew side seams, leaving armholes open. With moss green yarn, embroider a ribbed V-neck edge by making short vertical stitches along both sides of the V. Add the same short vertical stitches around each armhole.

Cream Shirt Collar

The collar sits above the vest and folds outward like the picture. Make two collar points.

1. With cream yarn, CO 8 sts.
2. Rows 1 to 3: k all sts.
3. Row 4: k2tog, k4, k2tog. 6 sts.
4. Row 5: k all sts.
5. Row 6: k2tog, k2, k2tog. 4 sts.
6. Row 7: k all sts.
7. BO all sts.

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Sew one collar point to each side of the shirt front, just above the V-neck. Angle the points outward and downward so they rest over the top of the argyle vest.

Plaid Trousers

The trousers are warm brown with darker vertical and horizontal plaid lines. Each leg is knitted separately and seamed, then joined at the waist. The cuffs are rolled and slightly darker, matching the picture.

Trouser Leg, Make Two

1. With medium brown yarn, CO 16 sts.
2. Rows 1 to 5: k1, p1 rib across for cuff.
3. Rows 6 to 22: work in st st.
4. Row 23: k1, kfb, k14, kfb, k1. 18 sts.
5. Rows 24 to 30: work in st st.
6. Place sts on a holder after first leg. Make second leg the same.

Join the Trousers

1. Place both legs on one needle with RS facing. 36 sts.
2. Row 1: k across all sts.
3. Row 2: p across all sts.
4. Rows 3 to 8: work in st st.
5. Row 9: k2tog, k14, k2tog, k2tog, k14, k2tog. 32 sts.
6. Row 10: p all sts.
7. Rows 11 to 14: k1, p1 rib across for waistband.
8. BO all sts in rib.

Sew inner leg seams and the back seam. Pull the trousers onto the doll body before the head is fully attached if you prefer easier dressing. Sew the waistband to the lower edge of the body with small hidden stitches.

Plaid Embroidery

• With dark chocolate yarn, embroider one vertical line down the center front of each leg.
• Embroider one vertical line near each outer leg seam.
• With tan yarn, embroider a second thinner vertical line beside each dark line.
• With dark chocolate yarn, embroider horizontal lines at Rows 12 and 22 of each trouser leg.
• Fold the ribbed cuff upward once and secure with two small stitches at the side seams.

Brown Shoes With Tan Inserts

The shoes are rounded and rust brown, with a tan oval insert on top and darker soles. Make two.

Shoe Base

1. With rust brown yarn, CO 10 sts.
2. Row 1: p all sts.
3. Row 2: kfb, k8, kfb. 12 sts.
4. Row 3: p all sts.
5. Row 4: kfb, k10, kfb. 14 sts.
6. Rows 5 to 14: work in st st.
7. Row 15: p all sts.
8. Row 16: k1, ssk, k8, k2tog, k1. 12 sts.
9. Row 17: p all sts.
10. Row 18: k1, ssk, k6, k2tog, k1. 10 sts.
11. BO all sts.

Sew the shoe into a rounded slipper shape. Stuff lightly at the toe only. Sew one shoe to the bottom of each trouser leg.

Tan Shoe Insert

1. With tan yarn, CO 5 sts.
2. Row 1: k all sts.
3. Row 2: kfb, k3, kfb. 7 sts.
4. Rows 3 to 5: k all sts.
5. Row 6: k2tog, k3, k2tog. 5 sts.
6. BO all sts.

Sew one tan insert to the top of each shoe. Use dark chocolate yarn to embroider a small side button or knot on each shoe, matching the small dark detail shown at the sides.

Blue-Green Reading Day Beret

The beret is wide and soft, with a moss green ribbed band, blue and green patterned top, and a round pom-pom. Knit the band first, then the rounded top.

Ribbed Band

1. With moss green yarn, CO 44 sts.
2. Rows 1 to 6: k1, p1 rib across.
3. BO loosely in rib.

Sew the short ends together to make a ring. This ring should fit around the top of the dachshund head above the ears.

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Beret Top

1. With blue yarn, CO 12 sts.
2. Row 1: p all sts.
3. Row 2: kfb in every st. 24 sts.
4. Row 3: p all sts.
5. Row 4: k1, kfb across. 36 sts.
6. Row 5: p all sts.
7. Row 6: k2, kfb across. 48 sts.
8. Rows 7 to 14: work the beret color pattern below.
9. Row 15: p all sts in blue.
10. Row 16: k2, k2tog across. 36 sts.
11. Row 17: p all sts.
12. Row 18: k1, k2tog across. 24 sts.
13. Row 19: p all sts.
14. Row 20: k2tog across. 12 sts.
15. Cut yarn, thread through remaining sts, and pull snug.

Beret Color Pattern

• Rows 7 and 8: alternate 4 blue sts, 4 pale green sts across.
• Rows 9 and 10: alternate 2 blue sts, 4 moss green sts, 2 blue sts across.
• Rows 11 and 12: alternate 4 pale green sts, 4 blue sts across.
• Rows 13 and 14: alternate 2 moss green sts, 4 blue sts, 2 pale green sts across.

Sew the beret top to the ribbed band. The top should puff outward beyond the band. Stuff only a tiny amount under the crown if you want a rounded shape, but keep it soft like a real beret.

Pom-Pom

1. With moss green yarn, wrap yarn around two fingers 25 times.
2. Tie tightly through the center with a separate strand.
3. Cut both looped sides.
4. Trim into a small round pom-pom about 0.75 in / 2 cm wide.
5. Sew to the upper right side of the beret.

Crossbody Book Bag

The small beige bag hangs from the doll’s shoulder across the vest. It has a curved handle, a long strap, and a tiny flower motif on the front.

Bag Body

1. With beige yarn, CO 12 sts.
2. Rows 1 to 3: k all sts.
3. Rows 4 to 18: work in st st.
4. Rows 19 to 21: k all sts.
5. BO all sts.

Make a second piece the same. Place both pieces together and sew the side and bottom seams. Leave the top open. Do not overstuff; the bag should look flat and soft.

Bag Strap

1. With beige yarn, CO 3 sts.
2. Work in garter st for 48 rows.
3. BO all sts.

Sew one end of the strap to the upper left side of the bag and the other end to the upper right side. Place the strap diagonally from the doll’s right shoulder to the left hip, as shown in the image. Tack it to the shoulder so it stays in place.

Small Bag Handle

1. With beige yarn, CO 3 sts.
2. Work in garter st for 18 rows.
3. BO all sts.

Curve the strip into a handle and sew both ends to the upper bag edge.

Flower on Bag

• With green yarn, embroider a 3-stitch stem near the lower right front of the bag.
• Make two small green lazy-daisy leaves beside the stem.
• With red yarn, sew five tiny petal stitches in a circle.
• With yellow yarn, make one French knot in the center of the flower.
• With teal yarn, add one tiny cross stitch near the upper left of the flower motif.

Optional Knitted Open Book

The image includes a small open book beside the doll. This prop helps complete the reading-day scene.

1. With cream yarn, CO 18 sts.
2. Rows 1 to 10: work in garter st.
3. BO all sts.
4. With dark brown yarn, CO 20 sts.
5. Rows 1 to 4: work in garter st.
6. BO all sts.

Sew the cream page piece centered on top of the brown cover piece. Fold gently in the middle. With dark brown yarn, embroider short horizontal lines on both cream pages to suggest writing.

Optional Tiny Teapot

The cozy background includes a knitted teapot. Make this as a small decorative prop using tan yarn and dark brown for the lid.

Teapot Body

1. With tan yarn, CO 12 sts.
2. Row 1: p all sts.
3. Row 2: kfb in every st. 24 sts.
4. Rows 3 to 12: work in st st.
5. Row 13: p all sts.
6. Row 14: k2tog across. 12 sts.
7. Cut yarn, thread through sts, pull tight, seam the side, and stuff lightly.

Teapot Lid

1. With dark brown yarn, CO 10 sts.
2. Rows 1 to 3: k all sts.
3. Row 4: k2tog across. 5 sts.
4. Cut yarn, gather, and sew to the top of the teapot.

Teapot Spout and Handle

• For the spout, CO 4 sts with tan yarn and work 8 rows in garter st. Roll into a tiny cone and sew to one side.
• For the handle, CO 3 sts with tan yarn and work 12 rows in garter st. Curve into a handle and sew to the opposite side.
• Add a dark brown French knot to the top of the lid.

Optional Teacup and Saucer

The small cup echoes the soft reading-day scene. Use cream or tan yarn for the cup and saucer.

Saucer

1. With cream yarn, CO 14 sts.
2. Rows 1 to 4: k all sts.
3. BO all sts.
4. Sew the cast-on and bind-off corners slightly inward to form a shallow oval.

Cup

1. With cream yarn, CO 10 sts.
2. Rows 1 to 8: work in st st.
3. BO all sts.
4. Sew side seam to make a small tube.
5. Gather the lower edge and sew it to the saucer.

Cup Handle and Decoration

• CO 3 sts with cream yarn.
• Work 8 rows in garter st.
• BO and sew as a curved handle.
• Embroider one teal oval or French knot on the front of the cup.

Legs Under the Trousers

If you want the doll to be sturdier before dressing, knit simple inner legs. These are mostly hidden by the trousers and shoes.

1. With medium brown yarn, CO 10 sts.
2. Rows 1 to 18: work in st st.
3. Row 19: k2tog across. 5 sts.
4. Cut yarn, thread through remaining sts, and pull tight.
5. Seam the leg and stuff lightly.

Make two legs. Sew them to the lower body before pulling on the trousers. Position them close together so the trousers hang like the picture.

Shaping the Doll to Match the Picture

• Head: round and slightly taller than wide, with the face centered below the beret.
• Ears: long, dark, floppy, and attached low enough to frame the muzzle.
• Body: shorter than the head-and-leg section, with a soft rectangular vest shape.
• Arms: angled downward, cream sleeves visible, brown paws at the ends.
• Trousers: roomy with visible cuff folds at the bottom.
• Shoes: round and slightly oversized, giving the doll a storybook style.
• Bag: placed across the body from shoulder to opposite hip.
• Beret: wide, soft, and tilted slightly to one side.

Detailed Sewing Order

1. Knit and stuff the head first.
2. Sew on the muzzle, brow patches, nose, mouth, and eyes.
3. Knit the ears and attach them to the sides of the head.
4. Knit, seam, and stuff the body.
5. Sew the cream shirt front to the body.
6. Knit the arms and sew them to the upper body.
7. Knit the vest, add argyle embroidery, and sew it around the shirt and body.
8. Knit the legs or inner leg supports.
9. Knit the trousers, add plaid lines, and dress the lower body.
10. Knit and attach the shoes.
11. Knit the collar pieces and sew them over the vest neckline.
12. Knit and finish the beret, then sew or tack it to the head.
13. Knit the bag and strap, decorate the front, and place it crossbody.
14. Add the optional book, teapot, and teacup props.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

Check the face before making final knots. The eyes should be even, the nose should sit at the center of the tan muzzle, and the mouth line should be small and calm. Add a tiny black stitch under the nose if the expression needs more definition.

Attach the head firmly to the body with several rounds of stitching. Hide all yarn tails inside the toy. Lightly shape the beret by smoothing the top outward and tacking one side lower for the same tilted look shown in the image.

Care Notes

• Spot clean only with cool water and mild soap.
• Do not machine wash if using safety eyes, tiny buttons, or embroidered props.
• Let the doll air dry flat on a clean towel.
• Reshape the beret, ears, bag, and trouser cuffs while damp.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• Both ears hang evenly beside the face.
• The tan muzzle is centered and lightly padded.
• The argyle vest has blue and pale green diamonds with cream crossing lines.
• The shirt collar sits over the vest neckline.
• The trousers have dark plaid lines and rolled cuffs.
• The shoes have tan top inserts and small dark side details.
• The bag strap crosses the chest and the flower faces forward.
• The beret is tilted and finished with a small pom-pom.

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

Store the doll away from strong sunlight so the blue, green, brown, and cream yarns stay fresh. Keep the small book, teapot, and teacup in a breathable fabric pouch when not displayed.

To refresh the doll, use a lint roller gently over the clothing and a soft toothbrush for the plaid trousers and argyle vest. Avoid brushing the embroidered face too firmly, because the small features can loosen over time.

If the doll will be gifted to a young child, replace safety eyes and buttons with embroidered details. Check all seams, straps, ears, and props carefully before use.