Ranunculus Parisian Townhouse – Crochet

Bring a Paris-inspired crochet dollhouse to life with a flower shop on the ground floor, a cozy lounge above, and a sweet bedroom tucked under a mansard roof. If you love searching for a crochet dollhouse kit, miniature dollhouse furniture, and amigurumi supplies, this build is designed to satisfy that “tiny detail” craving.

This townhouse scene is also perfect for makers who browse for mini flower cart decor, tiny crochet curtains, and mini doll clothes patterns to display on a shelf or as a gift. The pattern is written for confident beginners and careful crafters who enjoy shaping rooms, windows, and micro accessories with clean structure.

Please note: I strive for accuracy in every pattern, but occasional errors can happen. Thank you for understanding and for enjoying my designs.

Finished Size and Overall Look

The townhouse in the photo is a tall, narrow, open-front building with three interior levels and a deep blue mansard roof. The exterior is cream with arched windows and a small black balcony railing on the left side. The base is a brick-style patio with an outdoor café set, a ranunculus flower cart, a chalkboard sign, and a small pigeon.

Choose your own final scale, but keep the proportions consistent. The sample is approximately 12–14 in (30–36 cm) tall including the roof, about 6–7 in (15–18 cm) wide, and 5–6 in (13–15 cm) deep on the base. The doll stands about 4–5 in (10–13 cm).

Materials

• Yarn: DK or sport weight cotton for structure (recommended), plus small scraps for details.
• Main colors: Cream (walls), White (window trim/curtains), Deep Navy (roof), Black (railing/furniture accents), Brown (wood furniture), Beige/Tan (floors, doll coat), Gray (pigeon), Pink/Blush (ranunculus), Soft Green (ranunculus centers), Gold (mirror accents).
• Hooks:
  • 3.0 mm for main structure (walls, roof, floors).
  • 2.5 mm for windows/doors/most furniture.
  • 2.0 mm for micro décor (tea set, books, clock hands, tiny flowers).
  • 1.75 mm for very tiny pieces (lamp shade edge, basket rim, facial embroidery detail).
• Notions: stitch markers, tapestry needle, scissors, pins, ruler/measuring tape.
• Structure support: plastic canvas, thin craft foam, or light cardboard for floors/walls/roof panels (optional but strongly recommended for a crisp townhouse).
• Stuffing: polyester fiberfill (small amount for doll, pillows, pigeon, some props).
• Wire: thin craft wire for balcony railing stiffness and umbrella stem (optional).
• Buttons/beads: tiny beads for doll eyes (or embroider), tiny bead for lamp finial, optional tiny bead “knobs” for drawers.
• Fabric/mesh: very small piece of white lace or crochet lace yarn for the bedspread effect (or crochet it as written).

Skill Level

Intermediate for the full scene due to assembly and many mini pieces. Each item uses basic stitches, but the number of components is high. Work slowly, test-fit often, and keep your tension consistent for clean edges.

Stitch Abbreviations (US Terms)

• ch = chain
• sl st = slip stitch
• sc = single crochet
• hdc = half double crochet
• dc = double crochet
• tr = treble crochet
• inc = increase (2 sts in same st)
• dec = decrease (sc2tog unless noted)
• FLO/BLO = front/back loop only
• RS/WS = right side/wrong side

Helpful Notes Before You Start

• Tension: For miniature builds, tighter tension looks cleaner and holds shape.
• Counting: Count every round and use stitch markers at corners and seam points.
• Panels: Many parts are crocheted as flat panels and later joined around plastic canvas or foam.
• Color changes: For neat stripes/edges, finish the last yarn-over of the previous stitch with the new color.
• Paragraph length: Steps are intentionally broken into short, phone-friendly sections.

Townhouse Construction Overview

You will crochet a sturdy base, then build the cream outer shell (left exterior wall with windows, back wall, right interior wall), insert three floors, and add the roof. After the structure is stable, you will add the balcony, doors, windows, curtains, and all interior mini furniture. Finish with the outdoor café set, ranunculus cart, chalkboard, bucket, pigeon, and the dressed doll.

1) Brick Patio Base

Hook: 3.0 mm. Yarn: Brick/terracotta + small amount of cream for border.

Base Panel

1. Ch 55 (or adjust: the base should extend a little beyond the house front and right side like the photo).
2. Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. Ch 1, turn.
3. Rows 2–44: Sc across. Ch 1, turn.

Do not fasten off. You will add a simple border to prevent curling and to mimic the clean edge around the patio.

Base Border

1. Ch 1. Work sc evenly around all four sides.
2. At each corner, work (sc, ch 1, sc) in the corner stitch.
3. Join with sl st to first sc. Fasten off.

Brick Texture Lines

Hook: 2.5 mm. Yarn: slightly darker brick or thin brown.

• With WS facing up, surface slip-stitch horizontal “mortar” lines every 3–4 rows.
• Add short vertical lines staggered, to suggest brick offset.
• Keep lines subtle; the photo shows a gentle brick look, not heavy grooves.

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2) Townhouse Outer Shell (Cream Walls)

Hook: 3.0 mm for walls. Optional: insert plastic canvas between layers for stiffness.

Left Exterior Wall Panel (with arched windows and balcony attachment)

This is the tall left wall you see from the outside. It has two floors of arched windows and a balcony at the second level.

1. Ch 28.
2. Row 1: Sc across. Ch 1, turn.
3. Rows 2–84: Sc across. Ch 1, turn.

Mark window placements now so they align vertically like the photo. You will attach arched window frames on top later.

• Top floor window set: center them on the top third of the panel.
• Middle floor window set: place directly below, with equal spacing.
• Lower floor: no side windows on the very bottom front corner in the photo; focus windows on left face.

Back Wall Panel

1. Ch 30.
2. Row 1: Sc across. Ch 1, turn.
3. Rows 2–84: Sc across. Ch 1, turn.

The back wall in the photo is mostly plain on the interior side. Keep it simple and sturdy.

Right Interior Wall Panel (open-front support)

This panel forms the right side of each room and supports shelving and interior décor.

1. Ch 26.
2. Row 1: Sc across. Ch 1, turn.
3. Rows 2–84: Sc across. Ch 1, turn.

Joining the Shell (U-Shape)

Hook: 2.5 mm for neat joining. Use cream yarn.

1. Lay panels flat: left wall + back wall + right wall, edges touching.
2. Whipstitch or sc-join the left wall to the back wall, then the back wall to the right wall.
3. Leave the entire front open. This creates the open dollhouse view like the photo.

Check that the shell stands square on the base. Adjust tension at seams if one side bows.

3) Floors and Ceiling Inserts (3 Levels)

Hook: 3.0 mm. Yarn: light tan for floors, cream for edges.

Floor Panel (Make 3)

1. Ch 28 (or match interior width of your U-shell).
2. Row 1: Sc across. Ch 1, turn.
3. Rows 2–22: Sc across. Ch 1, turn.

Each floor should slide in snugly and sit level. If using plastic canvas, crochet two identical panels and sandwich the canvas inside.

Floor Edging

• With 2.5 mm hook, sc evenly around each floor panel.
• At corners: (sc, ch 1, sc).
• This edging helps the floors look like crisp “boards” in miniature.

Installing Floors

1. Measure interior height and divide into three equal levels.
2. Pin the first floor (between ground shop and lounge) into place.
3. Sc-join along the left and back walls, then the right wall.
4. Repeat for the second floor (between lounge and bedroom).

Keep the front edge clean and slightly rounded, like the visible floor edges in the photo.

4) Mansard Roof (Deep Navy)

Hook: 3.0 mm. Yarn: deep navy. The roof in the photo is a smooth, dense fabric with horizontal rows.

Main Roof Wrap Panel

1. Ch 36.
2. Row 1: Sc across. Ch 1, turn.
3. Rows 2–28: Sc across. Ch 1, turn.

This panel will wrap over the top edges of the shell, forming the sloped mansard look. Test-fit over the house top. It should overhang slightly like a roof lip.

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Roof Side Panels (Make 2)

1. Ch 24.
2. Row 1: Sc across. Ch 1, turn.
3. Rows 2–28: Sc across. Ch 1, turn.

Roof Top Panel

1. Ch 30.
2. Row 1: Sc across. Ch 1, turn.
3. Rows 2–18: Sc across. Ch 1, turn.

Assembling the Roof

Hook: 2.5 mm. Use navy yarn.

1. Join roof side panels to the main wrap panel along long edges.
2. Attach the roof top panel centered, creating a boxy mansard cap.
3. Add a cream roof trim: sc around the bottom edge with cream yarn.

The photo shows a clean cream trim line separating roof and walls. Keep this line straight.

5) Dormer Windows (2 Pieces on Roof Front)

Hook: 2.5 mm for dormer body, 2.0 mm for window. Yarn: navy + cream + white.

Dormer Body (Make 2)

1. With navy, ch 12.
2. Row 1: Sc across. Ch 1, turn.
3. Rows 2–8: Sc across. Ch 1, turn.

Fold into a small box: join sides to form a shallow “bump-out.” The dormers in the photo are short, with a small navy cap.

Dormer Cap

1. Ch 10 with navy.
2. Row 1: Sc across. Ch 1, turn.
3. Rows 2–4: Sc across. Fasten off.

Attach cap to the top front of each dormer body. Slightly pinch corners to mimic the soft angled cap in the photo.

Dormer Window (Make 2)

Hook: 2.0 mm. Yarn: cream frame + white panes.

1. With cream, ch 7.
2. Row 1: Sc across (6). Ch 1, turn.
3. Rows 2–6: Sc across. Fasten off.

• With white, surface stitch a simple cross to suggest panes.
• Add tiny cream trim around if you want a raised frame look.

Sew windows onto dormer fronts. Sew dormers onto roof front, evenly spaced like the photo.

6) Tall Arched Windows (Exterior)

Hook: 2.5 mm for frames, 2.0 mm for curtains. Yarn: cream + white.

Arched Window Frame (Make 4 large, 2 medium)

The exterior shows tall arched windows on the left side: two on the upper level and two on the middle level. The bottom level front has door panels, not arched windows.

1. With cream, ch 10.
2. Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch and across (9). Ch 1, turn.
3. Rows 2–10: Sc across. Ch 1, turn.
4. Arch: Work sc evenly up the side, then (sc, hdc, dc, dc, hdc, sc) across the top edge, then sc down the other side.
5. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.

Window Inner Panes

• Use white yarn and a needle to stitch vertical pane lines.
• Add a gentle center seam line to mimic the tall, elegant French window look.

Sheer Curtains (Make 4)

Hook: 2.0 mm. Yarn: white.

1. Ch 12.
2. Row 1: Dc in 3rd ch from hook and across. Ch 2, turn.
3. Rows 2–6: Dc across. Fasten off.

Gather slightly in the center and stitch behind the window frames so the curtains appear softly draped like the photo.

Attach Exterior Windows

• Pin windows to the left exterior wall in two vertical pairs.
• Keep spacing even and align arches at the same heights.
• Sew neatly with small stitches so seams disappear.

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7) Ground Floor French Doors (Front)

Hook: 2.5 mm for doors, 2.0 mm for tiny handles. Yarn: cream + white + small gold or tan.

Door Panel (Make 2)

1. With cream, ch 14.
2. Row 1: Sc across (13). Ch 1, turn.
3. Rows 2–18: Sc across. Ch 1, turn.

Door Window Grid

• With white yarn, needle-stitch a grid to create multiple small panes.
• Make the grid dense; the photo shows many panes per door.

Door Frame and Hinges

• Sc around each door with cream for a raised frame edge.
• Add tiny hinge marks with brown thread on the outer edges.
• Add a tiny handle: make a small chain of 3 with gold/tan, sew to each door.

Sew doors to the front opening edge of the shell at the bottom level. Leave them closed for a clean storefront look like the photo.

8) Balcony and Railing (Left Side)

Hook: 2.0 mm for railing cover, optional wire. Yarn: black.

Balcony Floor Plate

Hook: 2.5 mm. Yarn: cream.

1. Ch 18.
2. Row 1: Sc across. Ch 1, turn.
3. Rows 2–8: Sc across. Fasten off.

Sew this plate to the left exterior wall at the middle level, aligned under the lower pair of arched windows like the photo.

Railing Strip

1. With black and 2.0 mm hook, ch 60 (or enough to wrap 3 sides of the balcony).
2. Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch and across. Ch 1, turn.
3. Row 2: Sc across. Fasten off.

• Embroider simple vertical bars with black yarn, evenly spaced.
• For a crisp look, insert thin wire behind the strip and stitch it in place.

Attach railing around balcony edges. The photo shows a refined black railing with a slightly ornate feel, but keep it simple and neat at small scale.

9) Interior: Bedroom (Top Floor)

Hook: 2.5 mm for furniture, 2.0 mm for micro décor, 1.75 mm for tiny trims.

Bed Base

Yarn: light beige/tan for mattress, cream for bed frame accents.

1. With tan and 2.5 mm hook, ch 18.
2. Row 1: Sc across. Ch 1, turn.
3. Rows 2–12: Sc across. Fasten off.

Make a second identical panel. Stitch around edges, lightly stuffing before closing to create a thin mattress block.

Headboard

1. With cream, ch 18.
2. Row 1: Sc across. Ch 1, turn.
3. Rows 2–8: Sc across.
4. Row 9: (Sc 7, dec, sc 7). Ch 1, turn.
5. Row 10: Sc across. Fasten off.

Sew headboard to one short end of mattress. Add a subtle curve by pinning the top corners inward before stitching.

Pillows (Make 2)

Hook: 2.5 mm. Yarn: white/cream.

1. Ch 10.
2. Row 1: Sc across. Ch 1, turn.
3. Rows 2–6: Sc across. Fasten off.

Make 2 panels per pillow, stitch around, lightly stuff, and close. Add a tiny center tack stitch for a plush look.

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Lacy Bedspread (Crocheted Option)

Hook: 2.0 mm. Yarn: white.

1. Ch 26.
2. Row 1: Dc in 3rd ch from hook and across. Ch 2, turn.
3. Row 2: (Dc 2, ch 1, skip 1) repeat across. Dc at end. Ch 2, turn.
4. Rows 3–10: Repeat Row 2.
5. Border: Sc around with (sc, ch 1, sc) at corners.
6. Optional scallop: (sl st, ch 3, dc) in every other stitch around.

Drape over the bed so it hangs slightly over the sides like the photo. Pin in place and tack stitch at corners.

Nightstand (Right Side)

Hook: 2.5 mm. Yarn: brown.

1. Make a small box: ch 10, sc across for 8 rows to form a rectangle panel.
2. Create 5 panels total: top, bottom, left, right, back.
3. Sc-join into a cube, leaving the front open slightly for “drawer” detail.

• Add drawer lines with surface slip stitch in a slightly darker brown.
• Add tiny knob stitches with beige thread.

Bedroom Lamp (On Nightstand)

Hook: 1.75 mm. Yarn: beige + white.

1. Base: magic ring, 6 sc. Round 2: inc around (12). Round 3: sc around.
2. Stem: ch 5, sl st back down, sew upright.
3. Shade: ch 10, join to form ring. Round 1: sc around. Round 2: (sc, inc) repeat. Round 3: sc around.

Sew shade to the top of the stem. Add a tiny bead at the top if desired.

Wall Clock (Left Bedroom Wall)

Hook: 2.0 mm. Yarn: dark brown + cream.

1. Clock body: ch 4, sc in 2nd ch and across (3). Rows 2–10: sc across.
2. Round clock face: magic ring, 6 sc. Round 2: inc around (12). Round 3: (sc, inc) around (18).

• Stitch face onto body near the top.
• Embroider tiny hands with black thread.
• Add a tiny pendulum: ch 4 with gold/tan, sew under the body.

Bedroom Wall Art (2 Frames)

Hook: 2.0 mm. Yarn: black frame + small colored stitches.

1. Frame: ch 10, sc across for 6 rows.
2. Border: sc around with black to create a frame edge.

Add a few embroidered “paint” dots in pink/green to echo the floral theme. Sew frames to the bedroom wall like the photo.

10) Interior: Lounge (Middle Floor)

This level includes a sofa, a chair, a coffee table with tea set, a small rug, and a tall cabinet with a mirror and candles.

Rug

Hook: 2.5 mm. Yarn: cream.

1. Ch 20.
2. Row 1: Sc across. Ch 1, turn.
3. Rows 2–12: Sc across. Fasten off.

Optional: add a subtle border in light gray using surface slip stitches for definition.

Sofa

Hook: 2.5 mm. Yarn: taupe/beige.

1. Seat base: ch 20, sc across for 10 rows.
2. Make a second panel. Stitch around 3 sides, stuff lightly, close.
3. Backrest: ch 20, sc across for 8 rows. Sew to back edge of seat.

• Arms (make 2): ch 8, sc across for 6 rows, fold and stitch into a small block.
• Sew arms to each side. Keep them rounded like upholstered arms.
• Add 2 tiny cushion pillows if you want extra softness.

Accent Chair

Hook: 2.5 mm. Yarn: taupe.

1. Seat: magic ring, 6 sc. Round 2: inc around (12). Round 3: (sc, inc) around (18).
2. Rounds 4–6: sc around to create a shallow cup.
3. Back: ch 12, sc across for 6 rows. Sew to back of seat.

Place chair near the coffee table like the photo, angled slightly toward the sofa.

Coffee Table

Hook: 2.5 mm. Yarn: brown.

1. Table top: ch 14, sc across for 8 rows.
2. Legs (make 4): ch 6, sl st back down, sew to corners.

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Add a small shelf effect by stitching a thin rectangle between legs, or keep it simple for stability.

Tea Set (Teapot + 2 Cups)

Hook: 1.75–2.0 mm. Yarn: white.

Teapot

1. Magic ring, 6 sc.
2. Round 2: inc around (12). Round 3: (sc, inc) around (18).
3. Rounds 4–5: sc around.
4. Round 6: (sc, dec) around (12). Stuff lightly.
5. Round 7: dec around (6). Fasten off.

• Spout: ch 5, sl st back, sew to side.
• Handle: ch 6, sew ends to opposite side.
• Lid: magic ring 6 sc, round 2 inc (12), sew on top.

Cups (Make 2)

1. Magic ring, 6 sc. Round 2: inc around (12).
2. Rounds 3–4: sc around. Fasten off.

• Handles: ch 4, sew to side.
• Optional saucers: magic ring 6 sc, round 2 inc (12), round 3 sc (12).

Cabinet with Mirror and Candles

Hook: 2.5 mm for cabinet, 2.0 mm for mirror trim, 1.75 mm for candles.

Cabinet Body

1. Make a rectangular box: ch 16, sc across for 10 rows (front/back).
2. Make side panels: ch 10, sc across for 10 rows (2 pieces).
3. Make top/bottom: ch 16, sc across for 8 rows (2 pieces).
4. Sc-join into a cabinet shape. Leave front open or add partial “doors.”

• Add a shelf line with surface slip stitch.
• Add tiny books: small folded rectangles (see Books section below).
• Add a basket on the side with a round base (see Basket section below).

Mirror

1. With gold yarn and 2.0 mm hook: ch 14, join to form ring.
2. Round 1: sc around.
3. Round 2: (sc, ch 1) around to create a delicate trim.

Sew mirror above cabinet. Add a darker center “glass” circle using gray thread or a small scrap of gray crochet.

Candles (Make 2)

1. With cream and 1.75 mm hook: ch 4, join in a ring.
2. Round 1–2: sc around. Fasten off.

Add a tiny orange/yellow stitch at the top for a flame, or keep neutral for a classic look.

11) Interior: Flower Shop (Ground Floor)

This level is packed with mini supplies. The photo shows jars and vases on the left, a counter with small tools, tall shelving on the right with yarn and folded items, and a chalkboard on the inner wall.

Shop Counter Table

Hook: 2.5 mm. Yarn: brown.

1. Top: ch 18, sc across for 8 rows.
2. Legs (make 4): ch 7, sl st back down, sew to corners.
3. Add a lower bar: ch 12, sew between legs for stability.

Place the counter in the center front interior, leaving room for the flower bundles and tools on top.

Shop Shelf Unit (Right Side)

Hook: 2.5 mm. Yarn: brown.

1. Back panel: ch 16, sc across for 24 rows.
2. Side panels (2): ch 10, sc across for 24 rows.
3. Top/bottom (2): ch 16, sc across for 10 rows.

• Assemble into a tall open shelf.
• Add internal shelves: crochet 3–4 thin rectangles and stitch inside.
• Add a lower drawer block: a small box attached at the bottom.

Fill shelves with yarn balls, folded “fabric,” and tiny wrapped bouquets like the photo.

Yarn Balls (Make 8–12 in assorted colors)

Hook: 2.0 mm. Yarn: pink, red, cream, green, gray scraps.

1. Magic ring, 6 sc.
2. Round 2: inc around (12).
3. Round 3: (sc, inc) around (18).
4. Round 4: sc around.
5. Round 5: (sc, dec) around (12). Stuff lightly.
6. Round 6: dec around (6). Fasten off.

Wrap a strand around each ball once or twice to mimic “wound yarn” texture.

Folded Fabric/Blankets (Stack)

Hook: 2.5 mm. Yarn: muted colors.

1. Ch 10, sc across for 6 rows. Fasten off.
2. Fold into thirds and stitch edges lightly.
3. Make 6–10 pieces and stack on shelf.

Glass Vases (2–3 pieces)

Hook: 1.75–2.0 mm. Yarn: pale gray/clear-look (use light gray) and a touch of green.

1. Base: magic ring, 6 sc. Round 2: inc around (12).
2. Rounds 3–5: sc around to form a small cylinder.
3. Neck: (sc, dec) around (8). Round 6: sc around.
4. Rim: sl st around. Fasten off.

Add a few green “stems” (chains) and tiny pink buds inside for a bouquet look.

Chalkboard Wall Sign (Inside Wall)

Hook: 2.5 mm. Yarn: black + white embroidery.

1. With black, ch 12. Row 1: sc across (11). Ch 1, turn.
2. Rows 2–10: sc across. Fasten off.
3. Border with brown: sc around for a wooden frame effect.

• Embroider a simple floral doodle in white/pale pink.
• Sew to the right interior wall above the shelves, like the photo.

Mini Books (For Cabinet Shelf)

Hook: 2.0 mm. Yarn: navy, red, cream.

1. Ch 8, sc across for 4 rows. Fasten off.
2. Fold in half and stitch along one side.
3. Add a contrasting “spine” stripe with embroidery.

Round Basket (Near Cabinet)

Hook: 2.0 mm. Yarn:</strong tan.

1. Magic ring, 6 sc.
2. Round 2: inc around (12).
3. Round 3: (sc, inc) around (18).
4. Round 4: BLO sc around (18).
5. Rounds 5–7: sc around. Fasten off.

Optionally add a handle: ch 10, sew ends to opposite rim points.

12) Outdoor Café Set (Table, 2 Chairs, Umbrella)

Hook: 2.0 mm. Yarn: black for metal look, beige for umbrella canopy.

Round Table

1. With black: magic ring, 6 sc.
2. Round 2: inc (12). Round 3: (sc, inc) (18). Round 4: (2 sc, inc) (24).
3. Stem: ch 10, sl st back down, sew under center.
4. Base feet: create 3 chains of 6 and sew as tripod feet.

Chair (Make 2)

1. Seat: magic ring 6 sc, round 2 inc (12), round 3 (sc, inc) (18).
2. Back: ch 10, sc across for 6 rows, sew to seat edge.
3. Legs: four chains of 8, sew under seat evenly.

Keep chairs airy and delicate. Slight unevenness looks like hand-wrought metal in miniature.

Umbrella

Hook: 2.5 mm for canopy, 2.0 mm for stem wrap. Yarn: beige + black.

1. Canopy: magic ring, 8 dc. Join.
2. Round 2: 2 dc in each dc (16). Join.
3. Round 3: (dc, inc) around (24). Join.
4. Round 4: (2 dc, inc) around (32). Join.
5. Edge: sc around, then (sl st, ch 2) repeat for a tiny scallop.

• Stem: wrap black yarn around wire or a firm chain cord.
• Attach canopy to stem tip and anchor stem into the patio base.

13) Ranunculus Flower Cart (Outdoor)

This cart is a key focal point in the photo. It has a cream basket box, black wheels, and large ranunculus rosettes in pink, white, and soft green tones.

Cart Basket Box

Hook: 2.5 mm. Yarn: cream.

1. Base: ch 18, sc across for 10 rows.
2. Sides: crochet long strips to match each side length, 6 rows tall.
3. Attach sides around base with sc joins.

Add a subtle rim: sc around the top edge once more for a clean lip.

Cart Handle

Hook: 2.0 mm. Yarn: black.

1. Ch 28, sl st back down the chain for firmness.
2. Sew to the front of the cart box in a gentle curve.

Wheels (Make 2)

Hook: 2.0 mm. Yarn: black.

1. Magic ring, 6 sc.
2. Round 2: inc (12). Round 3: (sc, inc) (18). Round 4: (2 sc, inc) (24).
3. Round 5: BLO sc around (24). Fasten off.

• Embroider 4 spokes with black yarn from center to rim.
• Sew wheels to cart sides, centered and slightly low like the photo.

Ranunculus Bloom (Large Rosette, Make 8–12)

Hook: 2.0 mm. Yarn: pink, blush, white, pale green. Ranunculus petals look like tight layered spirals.

1. Ch 26.
2. Row 1: In 2nd ch from hook: (sc, hdc, dc) in next 3 sts, then (2 dc) in next 6 sts, then (dc, hdc, sc) in last 3 sts.
3. Row 2: Work a second petal ridge by sl st along the base chain, adding (dc, dc) into every other base stitch.
4. Roll tightly from the first small-petal end to form a rosette.
5. Stitch the base securely so the spiral holds.

Make color variety like the photo: several pink rosettes, a few white rosettes, and at least one pale green/white swirl for contrast.

Green Leaves (Optional Accent)

Hook: 2.0 mm. Yarn: green.

1. Ch 8. Sc in 2nd ch, hdc, dc, dc, hdc, sc. Fasten off.

Tuck leaves between rosettes before stitching the whole bouquet into the cart basket.

14) Outdoor Chalkboard Sign and Metal Bucket

Hook: 2.5 mm for sign, 2.0 mm for bucket.

Chalkboard Sign (Front Patio)

Yarn: black + brown frame.

1. Board: ch 14, sc across for 12 rows.
2. Frame: sc around with brown.
3. Stand legs: ch 10 (2 pieces), stitch behind board like an A-frame.

• Embroider “FLEURS” and “-5€” in white thread to match the photo.
• Place sign in front of the shop, near the cart.

Metal Bucket

Yarn: gray.

1. Magic ring, 6 sc.
2. Round 2: inc (12). Round 3: (sc, inc) (18).
3. Round 4: BLO sc around (18).
4. Rounds 5–9: sc around. Fasten off.

Add a handle: ch 10 with gray, sew ends to opposite sides near the rim.

15) Pigeon (Outdoor)

Hook: 2.5 mm for body, 2.0 mm for beak/feet. Yarn: gray, lavender, dark gray, tiny orange, tiny black/white.

Body

1. Magic ring, 6 sc.
2. Round 2: inc (12). Round 3: (sc, inc) (18). Round 4: (2 sc, inc) (24).
3. Rounds 5–8: sc around (24).
4. Round 9: (2 sc, dec) (18). Stuff lightly.
5. Round 10: (sc, dec) (12). Round 11: dec (6). Fasten off.

Neck Stripe

• Surface stitch a short lavender band around the upper body.
• Add a darker accent stitch for that iridescent pigeon look.

Wings (Make 2)

Hook: 2.5 mm. Yarn: dark gray.

1. Ch 7. Sc in 2nd ch and across (6).
2. Row 2: Sc across. Row 3: (dec, sc 2, dec) (4).
3. Row 4: Sc across. Fasten off.

Sew wings to sides, slightly back like the photo pigeon posture.

Beak and Feet

• Beak: with 2.0 mm and orange: ch 3, sl st back, sew to face.
• Feet: embroidery with orange yarn in small “Y” shapes.
• Eyes: tiny black knots or micro beads.

16) Dressed Doll (Parisian Outfit)

The doll in the photo wears a beige trench-style coat, a dark beret, a red scarf, and black shoes. The doll has a sweet, simple face and stands to the right of the townhouse.

Doll Head

Hook: 2.5 mm. Yarn: light skin tone or cream-tan.

1. Magic ring, 6 sc.
2. Round 2: inc (12). Round 3: (sc, inc) (18). Round 4: (2 sc, inc) (24).
3. Rounds 5–9: sc around (24).
4. Round 10: (2 sc, dec) (18). Begin stuffing.
5. Round 11: (sc, dec) (12). Round 12: dec (6). Fasten off.

Doll Body and Legs

Hook: 2.5 mm. Yarn: beige/tan for clothing base.

1. Legs (make 2): magic ring 6 sc, round 2 inc (12), rounds 3–5 sc around. Stuff lightly.
2. Join legs: sc across first leg, then sc across second leg to connect, continue around as one piece.
3. Body rounds: work 6–8 rounds of sc, decreasing slightly at the waist if desired.

Sew head to body with strong stitches. Keep the posture upright so the doll stands beside the house.

Arms (Make 2)

1. Magic ring, 6 sc. Round 2: (sc, inc) (9).
2. Rounds 3–6: sc around. Stuff lightly.
3. Flatten and close with sc across, leaving a tail.

Sew arms to body sides, slightly forward, like hands resting near the coat front.

Trench Coat

Hook: 2.5 mm. Yarn: beige.

1. Back panel: ch 18, sc across for 14 rows.
2. Front panels (2): ch 9, sc across for 14 rows.
3. Shoulders: sew front panels to top corners of back panel, leaving neck opening.
4. Side seams: stitch partially down the sides, leaving armholes.

• Collar: attach yarn at neckline, sc around, then fold outward and tack.
• Belt: ch 24, sl st back down, wrap and stitch at sides.
• Buttons: embroider small black dots on the front.

The coat in the photo looks structured and double-breasted. Keep the front edges crisp with a sc border.

Skirt Hem (Peeking Under Coat)

Hook: 2.5 mm. Yarn: beige or slightly darker tan.

1. Attach yarn at waist under coat. Work sc around.
2. Next round: (sc, inc) around for a gentle flare.
3. Work 2 more rounds sc. Fasten off.

Red Scarf

Hook: 2.5 mm. Yarn: red.

1. Ch 40.
2. Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch and across. Fasten off.

Wrap around the neck once and tie to one side. Let short ends hang like the photo.

Beret

Hook: 2.5 mm. Yarn: dark brown or charcoal.

1. Magic ring, 8 dc. Join.
2. Round 2: inc in each dc (16).
3. Round 3: (dc, inc) around (24).
4. Round 4: (2 dc, inc) around (32).
5. Round 5: dc around.
6. Round 6: (dc 2, dec) around to snug (about 24).

Sew lightly to the head so it sits tilted, matching the stylish Parisian vibe.

Shoes (Make 2)

Hook: 2.0 mm. Yarn: black + white for tiny socks (optional).

1. Sole: magic ring 6 sc, round 2 inc (12), round 3 (sc, inc) (18).
2. Upper: BLO sc around (18) for 2 rounds.
3. Front shaping: (sc, dec) around (12). Stuff lightly, close opening partially.

Add a tiny white cuff stitch around the ankle for the sock line seen in the photo.

17) Mini Wall Planters and Hanging Flowers

The photo shows small hanging baskets with pink flowers on the middle level right wall. These add charm and help the townhouse feel “lived in.”

Hanging Basket (Make 2)

Hook: 2.0 mm. Yarn: tan + pink.

1. Basket: magic ring 6 sc, round 2 inc (12), round 3 (sc, inc) (18).
2. Round 4: BLO sc (18). Rounds 5–6: sc around. Fasten off.

• Hanger cords: chain 12 (2 or 3 strands), sew to rim and gather at top.
• Flowers: tiny rosettes (mini version) made from ch 10 petal strips.
• Leaves: small ch-6 leaf, stitch under flowers.

Sew baskets to the right wall of the lounge level, matching the photo placement.

18) Tiny Details for Realism (Optional but Matches the Scene)

These small accents help the rooms match the photo’s “miniature set” style. Add as many as you enjoy, but keep them neat and scaled.

• Pink storage box (bedroom left): a small cube in pink yarn placed on a side table.
• Small side table (bedroom left): a tiny brown table with one lower shelf.
• Extra bouquet bundles (shop counter): short chains as stems tied with a contrasting strand.
• Tool cup (shop): a small cylinder holding “paper rolls” made from rolled strips.

Mini Cylinder Cup

Hook: 1.75 mm. Yarn: blue/gray.

1. Magic ring 6 sc. Round 2 inc (12).
2. Round 3 BLO sc (12). Rounds 4–6 sc around. Fasten off.

Add rolled “papers” using thin crocheted strips or tightly rolled yarn scraps.

19) Attaching the House to the Base

Hook: 2.5 mm. Yarn: cream. This step locks the townhouse upright on the brick patio.

1. Center the townhouse shell on the base so the patio extends forward and to the right.
2. Pin the bottom edges firmly. Check that the front opening faces forward.
3. Sc-join the bottom perimeter of the shell to the base with tight stitches.
4. Reinforce corners with extra whipstitches and hidden knots.

Once stable, add the roof and dormers. Then add exterior windows and balcony if you have not already attached them.

20) Room Staging (Placement Like the Photo)

Use this quick placement guide so your finished scene reads like the townhouse in the image.

• Top floor: bed centered toward the back, pillows at the head, lacy bedspread draped; clock on left wall; framed art on back wall; nightstand with lamp on right.
• Middle floor: sofa on left, chair near front-left, coffee table centered on rug; tall cabinet on right wall with mirror above; two candles on cabinet top; hanging flower baskets on right.
• Ground floor: shop counter centered front; vases and jars on left; tall shelf unit on right filled with yarn and folded pieces; chalkboard sign on inner wall.
• Patio: café table and chairs on left; umbrella behind table; ranunculus cart and chalkboard sign near center; metal bucket near sign; pigeon near front-left; doll standing on right.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

For the doll’s face, place eyes between rounds 6 and 7 of the head, about 6–7 stitches apart. Embroider a small nose with a single horizontal stitch and a gentle smile with one curved line. Add light cheek blush using embroidery thread or pastel, then secure all knots inside the head.

Care Notes

Keep this miniature display away from direct sunlight to prevent fading. Dust gently with a soft brush. If pieces loosen over time, re-tack with matching thread rather than pulling tight, which can distort the miniature shapes.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

• All three floors are level and firmly stitched to walls.
• Roof trim line is straight and dormers are evenly spaced.
• Exterior windows align vertically and curtains are secured.
• Balcony railing is stiff and evenly attached.
• Furniture is tacked down so it will not shift when moved.
• Outdoor props (cart, sign, bucket, café set) are balanced and stable.

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

For spot cleaning, dab with a barely damp cloth and mild soap, then blot dry. Avoid soaking structured panels if you used cardboard; if you used plastic canvas, light hand rinsing is safer but still keep drying flat. Store covered to reduce dust, and avoid crushing by placing in a sturdy box with padding around the roof.