Crochet Tutorial: Autumn Acorn Fairy Doll – Free Crochet Pattern

Crochet Tutorial: Autumn Acorn Fairy Doll – Free Crochet Pattern

This Autumn Acorn Fairy Doll is a cozy fall-inspired crochet doll with long charcoal-gray hair, a soft cream blouse, sage green bodice, burnt orange skirt, acorn-and-leaf border, tiny mushroom hair decorations, green socks, orange shoes, and a small acorn crossbody bag. The finished scene also includes optional autumn accessories: a round leaf pillow, baskets of pumpkins, a small rake, and fox-like slippers to match the warm woodland fairy style.

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Pattern Overview

This pattern is written in US crochet terms. The doll is worked mainly in continuous spiral rounds for a smooth amigurumi finish. The clothing uses color changes, surface details, small appliqués, and layered edges to recreate the autumn outfit shown in the image.

The finished doll is designed to measure about 12.5 inches tall when made with the recommended yarn and hook. The proportions are rounded and soft: a large head, slim body, short arms, straight legs, full skirt, long flowing hair, and tiny detailed accessories.

  • Skill level: Confident beginner to intermediate
  • Finished doll height: Approximately 12.5 inches
  • Main technique: Amigurumi in continuous rounds
  • Hook size: 2.25 mm for the doll, 2.5 mm for clothing and accessories
  • Gauge: 7 sc x 7 rounds = 1 inch using 2.25 mm hook
  • Construction: Legs and body are joined, head is made separately, clothing details are attached after stuffing

Materials

  • Sport weight cotton yarn in skin tone, about 45 g
  • Sport weight cotton yarn in charcoal gray, about 55 g
  • Sport weight cotton yarn in cream, about 35 g
  • Sport weight cotton yarn in sage green, about 30 g
  • Sport weight cotton yarn in burnt orange, about 45 g
  • Sport weight cotton yarn in mustard yellow, about 15 g
  • Sport weight cotton yarn in dark brown, about 20 g
  • Sport weight cotton yarn in olive green, about 15 g
  • Sport weight cotton yarn in red, about 8 g
  • Sport weight cotton yarn in white, about 8 g
  • Sport weight cotton yarn in tan, about 20 g for baskets and rake handle
  • 2.25 mm crochet hook
  • 2.5 mm crochet hook
  • 8 mm black safety eyes
  • Pink embroidery thread for cheeks
  • Skin-tone embroidery thread for nose and mouth
  • Black embroidery thread for eyelashes
  • Fiberfill stuffing
  • Yarn needle
  • Stitch marker
  • Sewing pins
  • Small buttons, 6 mm wide, 2 pieces for bodice straps
  • Optional: craft wire for the tiny rake

Abbreviations

  • MR: magic ring
  • ch: chain
  • sl st: slip stitch
  • sc: single crochet
  • hdc: half double crochet
  • dc: double crochet
  • tr: treble crochet
  • inc: 2 sc in the same stitch
  • dec: invisible single crochet decrease
  • BLO: back loop only
  • FLO: front loop only
  • st: stitch
  • rnd: round
  • FO: fasten off
  • rep: repeat

Important Notes Before Starting

Work the doll firmly so stuffing does not show through. The image has tight, neat stitches and a smooth rounded finish. Keep your tension consistent, especially around the face and skirt border.

Use a stitch marker at the beginning of each round. Most doll pieces are worked in spirals without joining. Clothing trims, scallops, leaves, acorns, and basket details are worked separately and sewn on with small invisible stitches.

Stuff gradually and firmly. The head should be round and full, the neck should be reinforced, and the skirt should sit wide over the body without collapsing. Do not overstuff the arms because they should hang softly beside the dress.

Doll Legs and Shoes

Orange Shoes

Make 2. Start with burnt orange yarn and 2.25 mm hook.

  1. Rnd 1: Ch 6. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 4, 3 sc in last ch. Work on opposite side of chain, sc 3, inc in last st. Total 12 sts.
  2. Rnd 2: Inc, sc 3, inc in next 3 sts, sc 3, inc in next 2 sts. Total 18 sts.
  3. Rnd 3: Sc 1, inc, sc 4, repeat inc, sc 1 three times across toe curve, sc 4, inc, sc 1, inc. Total 24 sts.
  4. Rnd 4: BLO sc around. Total 24 sts.
  5. Rnd 5: Sc around. Total 24 sts.
  6. Rnd 6: Sc 7, dec 5 times, sc 7. Total 19 sts.
  7. Rnd 7: Sc 6, dec 3 times, sc 7. Total 16 sts.
  8. Rnd 8: Sc around. Total 16 sts.

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Change to cream yarn for the top edge.

  1. Rnd 9: BLO sc around. Total 16 sts.
  2. Rnd 10: Sc around. Total 16 sts.

Do not fasten off for the first shoe if continuing directly into the leg. Add a small orange strap later across the front of each shoe.

Legs

Continue from shoe with skin-tone yarn for the lower leg.

  1. Rnd 11: Change to skin tone, BLO sc around. Total 16 sts.
  2. Rnd 12: Sc around. Total 16 sts.
  3. Rnd 13: Sc 6, dec, sc 6, dec. Total 14 sts.
  4. Rnd 14: Sc around. Total 14 sts.
  5. Rnd 15: Sc around. Total 14 sts.

Change to pale sage green for socks.

  1. Rnd 16: BLO sc around. Total 14 sts.
  2. Rnd 17: Sc around. Total 14 sts.
  3. Rnd 18: Sc around. Total 14 sts.
  4. Rnd 19: Sc around. Total 14 sts.

Change to skin tone for upper legs.

  1. Rnd 20: BLO sc around. Total 14 sts.
  2. Rnd 21: Sc around. Total 14 sts.
  3. Rnd 22: Sc around. Total 14 sts.
  4. Rnd 23: Sc around. Total 14 sts.

For the first leg, FO and leave a 6 inch tail. For the second leg, do not fasten off. Stuff each leg firmly from shoe to thigh, keeping the shoes flat on the bottom.

Shoe Straps

With burnt orange yarn, ch 8. Sew across the front of each shoe from side to side. Make 2 straps. Add one small cream stitch in the center of each strap to imitate the small buckle detail.

Body

The body is started by joining the two legs. Keep both feet facing forward. Use skin-tone yarn first, then switch into the dress colors as directed.

  1. Rnd 1: From the second leg, ch 4, sc 14 around first leg, sc 4 across one side of chain, sc 14 around second leg, sc 4 across opposite side of chain. Total 36 sts.
  2. Rnd 2: Sc around. Total 36 sts.
  3. Rnd 3: Sc 8, inc, sc 17, inc, sc 9. Total 38 sts.
  4. Rnd 4: Sc around. Total 38 sts.
  5. Rnd 5: Sc 9, inc, sc 18, inc, sc 9. Total 40 sts.

Change to cream yarn for the blouse underlayer.

  1. Rnd 6: BLO sc around. Total 40 sts.
  2. Rnd 7: Sc around. Total 40 sts.
  3. Rnd 8: Sc 8, dec, sc 18, dec, sc 8. Total 38 sts.
  4. Rnd 9: Sc around. Total 38 sts.
  5. Rnd 10: Sc 7, dec, sc 17, dec, sc 8. Total 36 sts.

Change to sage green for the bodice.

  1. Rnd 11: BLO sc around. Total 36 sts.
  2. Rnd 12: Sc around. Total 36 sts.
  3. Rnd 13: Sc 7, dec, sc 16, dec, sc 7. Total 34 sts.
  4. Rnd 14: Sc around. Total 34 sts.
  5. Rnd 15: Sc 6, dec, sc 15, dec, sc 7. Total 32 sts.
  6. Rnd 16: Sc around. Total 32 sts.
  7. Rnd 17: Sc 6, dec, sc 14, dec, sc 6. Total 30 sts.

Change to cream yarn for neckline.

  1. Rnd 18: BLO sc around. Total 30 sts.
  2. Rnd 19: Sc 3, dec around. Total 24 sts.
  3. Rnd 20: Sc 2, dec around. Total 18 sts.
  4. Rnd 21: Sc around. Total 18 sts.

Stuff the body firmly. The waist should stay slim and upright. Leave a long tail for sewing the head later.

Head

Use skin-tone yarn and 2.25 mm hook. The face is large, rounded, and soft with the eyes placed low enough to create a sweet doll expression.

  1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. Total 6 sts.
  2. Rnd 2: Inc around. Total 12 sts.
  3. Rnd 3: Sc 1, inc around. Total 18 sts.
  4. Rnd 4: Sc 2, inc around. Total 24 sts.
  5. Rnd 5: Sc 3, inc around. Total 30 sts.
  6. Rnd 6: Sc 4, inc around. Total 36 sts.
  7. Rnd 7: Sc 5, inc around. Total 42 sts.
  8. Rnd 8: Sc 6, inc around. Total 48 sts.
  9. Rnd 9: Sc 7, inc around. Total 54 sts.
  10. Rnd 10: Sc 8, inc around. Total 60 sts.
  11. Rnd 11: Sc 9, inc around. Total 66 sts.
  12. Rnd 12: Sc 10, inc around. Total 72 sts.
  13. Rnd 13: Sc around. Total 72 sts.
  14. Rnd 14: Sc around. Total 72 sts.
  15. Rnd 15: Sc around. Total 72 sts.
  16. Rnd 16: Sc around. Total 72 sts.
  17. Rnd 17: Sc around. Total 72 sts.
  18. Rnd 18: Sc around. Total 72 sts.
  19. Rnd 19: Sc around. Total 72 sts.
  20. Rnd 20: Sc around. Total 72 sts.
  21. Rnd 21: Sc 10, dec around. Total 66 sts.
  22. Rnd 22: Sc 9, dec around. Total 60 sts.
  23. Rnd 23: Sc around. Total 60 sts.
  24. Rnd 24: Sc 8, dec around. Total 54 sts.
  25. Rnd 25: Sc 7, dec around. Total 48 sts.

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Insert safety eyes between Rnds 17 and 18, about 12 stitches apart. The eyes should sit slightly below the horizontal center of the face. Add washers firmly once placement looks balanced.

  1. Rnd 26: Sc 6, dec around. Total 42 sts.
  2. Rnd 27: Sc 5, dec around. Total 36 sts.
  3. Rnd 28: Sc 4, dec around. Total 30 sts.
  4. Rnd 29: Sc 3, dec around. Total 24 sts.
  5. Rnd 30: Sc 2, dec around. Total 18 sts.

Stuff the head very firmly, especially around the cheeks and forehead. FO and leave a long tail if sewing directly, or close the hole if you prefer to sew the neck separately.

Arms and Blouse Sleeves

Make 2. Start with skin-tone yarn for the hand.

  1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. Total 6 sts.
  2. Rnd 2: Sc 1, inc around. Total 9 sts.
  3. Rnd 3: Sc 2, inc around. Total 12 sts.
  4. Rnd 4: Sc around. Total 12 sts.
  5. Rnd 5: Sc 4, bobble stitch using 4 dc in next st for thumb, sc 7. Total 12 sts.
  6. Rnd 6: Sc around. Total 12 sts.
  7. Rnd 7: Sc 4, dec, sc 4, dec. Total 10 sts.
  8. Rnd 8: Sc around. Total 10 sts.

Change to cream yarn for the puff sleeve.

  1. Rnd 9: BLO sc around. Total 10 sts.
  2. Rnd 10: Inc around. Total 20 sts.
  3. Rnd 11: Sc around. Total 20 sts.
  4. Rnd 12: Sc around. Total 20 sts.
  5. Rnd 13: Sc 2, dec around. Total 15 sts.
  6. Rnd 14: Sc 1, dec around. Total 10 sts.

Change to sage green for the tiny cuff trim.

  1. Rnd 15: BLO sc around. Total 10 sts.
  2. Rnd 16: Sc around. Total 10 sts.

Stuff the hands lightly and leave the upper sleeve almost flat. Fold the opening closed and sc 5 across both layers. FO with a long tail. Sew arms to the sides of the body at Rnd 18, angled slightly downward.

Dress Skirt Base

The skirt is worked from the front loops left at body Rnd 6. Hold the doll upside down with feet facing you. Use burnt orange yarn and 2.5 mm hook.

  1. Rnd 1: Attach yarn to a front loop at center back. Ch 1, work 2 hdc in each front loop around. Join with sl st. Total 80 hdc.
  2. Rnd 2: Ch 2, hdc 9, inc hdc, repeat around. Join. Total 88 hdc.
  3. Rnd 3: Ch 2, hdc around. Join. Total 88 hdc.
  4. Rnd 4: Ch 2, hdc 10, inc hdc, repeat 8 times. Join. Total 96 hdc.
  5. Rnd 5: Ch 2, hdc around. Join. Total 96 hdc.
  6. Rnd 6: Ch 2, hdc 11, inc hdc, repeat 8 times. Join. Total 104 hdc.
  7. Rnd 7: Ch 2, hdc around. Join. Total 104 hdc.

Change to cream yarn for the wide decorative band.

  1. Rnd 8: Ch 1, sc around. Join. Total 104 sts.
  2. Rnd 9: Ch 2, hdc around. Join. Total 104 sts.
  3. Rnd 10: Ch 2, hdc around. Join. Total 104 sts.
  4. Rnd 11: Ch 2, hdc around. Join. Total 104 sts.

Change to olive green.

  1. Rnd 12: Ch 1, sc around. Join. Total 104 sts.
  2. Rnd 13: Ch 1, sc around. Join. Total 104 sts.

Change to burnt orange.

  1. Rnd 14: Ch 1, sc around. Join. Total 104 sts.
  2. Rnd 15: Ch 2, hdc around. Join. Total 104 sts.

Change to cream yarn for the scalloped hem.

  1. Rnd 16: Ch 1, skip 1 st, 5 dc in next st, skip 1 st, sl st in next st. Repeat around, adjusting the final repeat with one skipped stitch if needed. Join and FO.

The skirt should flare outward like the image. Steam very lightly with your hand above the fabric, never pressing the stitches flat.

Bodice Front Panel and Straps

The visible bodice is sage green with burnt orange straps and tiny buttons. Use sage yarn and 2.5 mm hook.

Front Bib Panel

  1. Row 1: Ch 17, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. Total 16 sts.
  2. Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc across. Total 16 sts.
  3. Row 3: Ch 1, turn, dec, sc 12, dec. Total 14 sts.
  4. Row 4: Ch 1, turn, sc across. Total 14 sts.
  5. Row 5: Ch 1, turn, dec, sc 10, dec. Total 12 sts.
  6. Row 6: Ch 1, turn, sc across. Total 12 sts.
  7. Row 7: Ch 1, turn, dec, sc 8, dec. Total 10 sts.
  8. Row 8: Ch 1, turn, sc across. Total 10 sts.

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Edge around the panel with burnt orange yarn: sc evenly around, placing 2 sc in each top corner. Sew the panel to the front center of the body over the sage bodice area.

Shoulder Straps

Make 2 with burnt orange yarn.

  1. Ch 23, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. Total 22 sts.
  2. FO, leaving a long tail.

Sew each strap from the top corner of the front bib, over the shoulder, and down to the back waist. Sew one small button at the front end of each strap.

Cream Collar

The collar sits around the neckline like small rounded petals. Use cream yarn and 2.5 mm hook.

  1. Attach yarn at back neck. Ch 1, sc evenly around neckline, making 30 sc. Join with sl st.
  2. Ch 1, skip 1 st, 4 hdc in next st, skip 1 st, sl st in next st. Repeat around to form soft collar scallops.
  3. FO and weave in ends.

Add a fine line of burnt orange surface slip stitches just below the collar to match the orange outline visible on the blouse.

Sleeve Cuff Details

The sleeves have cream puffed shapes with small autumn trim near the wrist. Use burnt orange and olive green yarn for embroidery-style details.

  • With burnt orange yarn, surface sl st around each sleeve just above the cuff.
  • With olive green yarn, make 3 tiny vertical straight stitches on each sleeve front.
  • With burnt orange yarn, add 2 small straight stitches between the green marks.
  • Keep the stitches short so the sleeve stays soft and rounded.

Hair Cap

The doll has long charcoal-gray hair with a center fringe and flowing side lengths. Begin with the hair cap.

Use charcoal gray yarn and 2.25 mm hook.

  1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. Total 6 sts.
  2. Rnd 2: Inc around. Total 12 sts.
  3. Rnd 3: Sc 1, inc around. Total 18 sts.
  4. Rnd 4: Sc 2, inc around. Total 24 sts.
  5. Rnd 5: Sc 3, inc around. Total 30 sts.
  6. Rnd 6: Sc 4, inc around. Total 36 sts.
  7. Rnd 7: Sc 5, inc around. Total 42 sts.
  8. Rnd 8: Sc 6, inc around. Total 48 sts.
  9. Rnd 9: Sc 7, inc around. Total 54 sts.
  10. Rnd 10: Sc 8, inc around. Total 60 sts.
  11. Rnd 11: Sc 9, inc around. Total 66 sts.
  12. Rnd 12: Sc 10, inc around. Total 72 sts.
  13. Rnd 13: Sc around. Total 72 sts.
  14. Rnd 14: Sc around. Total 72 sts.
  15. Rnd 15: Sc around. Total 72 sts.
  16. Rnd 16: Sc around. Total 72 sts.

Place the cap on the head so the front edge sits just above the eyes, leaving enough space for the forehead. Pin before sewing. Sew around the lower edge with charcoal yarn.

Front Bangs

The image shows several thick vertical bangs in the center front. Make 5 separate bang pieces.

Center Bang, Make 1

  1. Ch 13.
  2. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 12.
  3. Ch 1, turn, sc 12.
  4. FO, leaving a tail.

Side Bangs, Make 4

  1. Ch 11.
  2. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 10.
  3. Ch 1, turn, sc 10.
  4. FO, leaving a tail.

Sew the longest bang at the forehead center. Sew two shorter bangs on each side, slightly overlapping. Curve each piece gently so the bangs look rounded and thick.

Long Wavy Hair Strands

The hair falls to the skirt with soft curled ends. Make strands in different lengths so the hair has a natural layered look.

  • Back long strands: Make 12 pieces, each ch 46, work 2 sc in 2nd ch from hook and in every ch across to create a soft curl.
  • Side long strands: Make 8 pieces, each ch 42, work 2 sc in each ch across.
  • Front side strands: Make 6 pieces, each ch 36, work 2 sc in each ch across.
  • Short outer strands: Make 6 pieces, each ch 30, work 2 sc in each ch across.

Sew the longest strands around the back lower edge of the hair cap. Sew side strands from temple to shoulder line. Sew shorter strands near the front so they frame the face. Let the curls fall naturally over the shoulders and onto the skirt.

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Mushroom Hair Decorations

The doll has small red-and-white mushrooms and cream bobbles tucked into both sides of the hair. Make two matching side clusters.

Red Mushroom Caps, Make 4

Use red yarn.

  1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. Total 6 sts.
  2. Rnd 2: Inc around. Total 12 sts.
  3. Rnd 3: Sc 1, inc around. Total 18 sts.
  4. Rnd 4: Sc around. Total 18 sts.
  5. Rnd 5: BLO sc 1, dec around. Total 12 sts.
  6. FO, leaving a tail.

Add 4 tiny white French knots or straight stitches on each mushroom cap.

Mushroom Stems, Make 4

Use cream yarn.

  1. Rnd 1: 5 sc in MR. Total 5 sts.
  2. Rnd 2: Sc around. Total 5 sts.
  3. Rnd 3: Sc around. Total 5 sts.
  4. Rnd 4: Sc around. Total 5 sts.
  5. FO, leaving a tail.

Sew one red cap onto each cream stem. Attach two mushrooms to each side of the head near the hair, angled outward.

Cream Hair Bobbles, Make 6

  1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. Total 6 sts.
  2. Rnd 2: Sc around. Total 6 sts.
  3. FO and close tightly.

Sew three cream bobbles near each mushroom cluster. Add one small orange curved stitch beside each cluster to echo the autumn colors.

Acorn Crossbody Bag

The acorn bag hangs diagonally across the doll from shoulder to hip. It has a mustard acorn body, brown cap, and brown strap.

Acorn Bag Body

Use mustard yellow yarn and 2.25 mm hook.

  1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. Total 6 sts.
  2. Rnd 2: Inc around. Total 12 sts.
  3. Rnd 3: Sc 1, inc around. Total 18 sts.
  4. Rnd 4: Sc 2, inc around. Total 24 sts.
  5. Rnd 5: Sc around. Total 24 sts.
  6. Rnd 6: Sc around. Total 24 sts.
  7. Rnd 7: Sc 5, inc around. Total 28 sts.
  8. Rnd 8: Sc around. Total 28 sts.
  9. Rnd 9: Sc around. Total 28 sts.
  10. Rnd 10: Sc 5, dec around. Total 24 sts.
  11. Rnd 11: Sc 4, dec around. Total 20 sts.

Stuff lightly. Do not close yet.

Acorn Cap

Use dark brown yarn.

  1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. Total 6 sts.
  2. Rnd 2: Inc around. Total 12 sts.
  3. Rnd 3: Sc 1, inc around. Total 18 sts.
  4. Rnd 4: Sc 2, inc around. Total 24 sts.
  5. Rnd 5: BLO sc around. Total 24 sts.
  6. Rnd 6: Sc around. Total 24 sts.

Place cap over the mustard opening and sew around. For texture, embroider 5 horizontal brown lines across the cap.

Bag Stem and Strap

  • For the stem, ch 5 with dark brown yarn, sl st in 2nd ch and across. Sew to top center.
  • For the strap, ch 72 with burnt orange yarn, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. Sew one end behind the left shoulder and the other to the acorn bag side.
  • Sew the bag to the right front hip so it stays in place.

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Skirt Acorn and Leaf Border

The cream band on the skirt is decorated with acorns, olive leaves, and tiny orange dots. These appliqués create the most recognizable autumn detail.

Small Acorns, Make 6

Use mustard yarn for the nut body.

  1. Rnd 1: 5 sc in MR. Total 5 sts.
  2. Rnd 2: Inc around. Total 10 sts.
  3. Rnd 3: Sc 1, inc around. Total 15 sts.
  4. Rnd 4: Sc around. Total 15 sts.
  5. Rnd 5: Sc 1, dec around. Total 10 sts.
  6. FO and lightly stuff.

Use dark brown yarn for the cap.

  1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. Total 6 sts.
  2. Rnd 2: Inc around. Total 12 sts.
  3. Rnd 3: BLO sc around. Total 12 sts.
  4. FO and sew to the top of the mustard acorn.

Add a tiny brown ch-3 stem to each acorn. Sew acorns evenly around the cream skirt band.

Olive Leaves, Make 8

Use olive green yarn.

  1. Ch 8.
  2. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sl st 1, sc 1, hdc 2, dc 1, hdc 1, sc 1.
  3. Ch 1, turn to opposite side of chain.
  4. Sc 1, hdc 1, dc 1, hdc 2, sc 1, sl st 1.
  5. FO, leaving a sewing tail.

Use a slightly darker green yarn to make one straight stitch down the center of each leaf. Sew the leaves between the acorns, some angled upward and some angled downward.

Tiny Orange Dots

Use burnt orange yarn. Make 10 small French knots or single straight stitches around the cream band between the leaves and acorns. Keep them evenly spaced and small.

Optional Round Autumn Leaf Pillow

The image includes a round burnt orange cushion with raised spiral texture and small leaves. This accessory is optional but helps complete the scene.

Pillow Circles, Make 2

Use burnt orange yarn and 2.5 mm hook.

  1. Rnd 1: 8 sc in MR. Join. Total 8 sts.
  2. Rnd 2: Ch 1, inc around. Join. Total 16 sts.
  3. Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc 1, inc around. Join. Total 24 sts.
  4. Rnd 4: Ch 1, sc 2, inc around. Join. Total 32 sts.
  5. Rnd 5: Ch 1, sc 3, inc around. Join. Total 40 sts.
  6. Rnd 6: Ch 1, sc 4, inc around. Join. Total 48 sts.
  7. Rnd 7: Ch 1, sc 5, inc around. Join. Total 56 sts.
  8. Rnd 8: Ch 1, sc 6, inc around. Join. Total 64 sts.
  9. Rnd 9: Ch 1, sc 7, inc around. Join. Total 72 sts.
  10. Rnd 10: Ch 1, sc 8, inc around. Join. Total 80 sts.

Place both circles wrong sides together. Sc through both layers around, stuffing before the final 12 stitches. FO and weave in ends.

Pillow Leaves

Make 3 leaves using the same leaf pattern from the skirt border. Make 2 in olive green and 1 in mustard yellow. Sew them onto the top of the pillow at different angles.

Optional Small Basket with Pumpkins

The left side of the image shows a small round basket filled with tiny pumpkins. Use tan yarn for the basket.

Basket Base

  1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. Total 6 sts.
  2. Rnd 2: Inc around. Total 12 sts.
  3. Rnd 3: Sc 1, inc around. Total 18 sts.
  4. Rnd 4: Sc 2, inc around. Total 24 sts.
  5. Rnd 5: BLO sc around. Total 24 sts.
  6. Rnd 6: Sc around. Total 24 sts.
  7. Rnd 7: Sc around. Total 24 sts.
  8. Rnd 8: Sc 3, inc around. Total 30 sts.
  9. Rnd 9: Sc around. Total 30 sts.
  10. Rnd 10: Reverse sc around for a firm rim. FO.

Basket Handle

Ch 32 with tan yarn. Work sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. Sew each end to opposite sides of the basket. Curve the handle into a half circle.

Tiny Pumpkins, Make 3

Use burnt orange, mustard, or cream yarn.

  1. Rnd 1: 6 sc in MR. Total 6 sts.
  2. Rnd 2: Inc around. Total 12 sts.
  3. Rnd 3: Sc 1, inc around. Total 18 sts.
  4. Rnd 4: Sc around. Total 18 sts.
  5. Rnd 5: Sc 1, dec around. Total 12 sts.
  6. Rnd 6: Dec around. Total 6 sts.

Stuff lightly, close the hole, then wrap matching yarn from top to bottom 5 times to form pumpkin ridges. Add a tiny green ch-3 stem to each pumpkin.

Optional Lower Basket

The lower basket in the image is slightly taller and holds round autumn pieces. Use tan yarn.

  1. Rnd 1: 7 sc in MR. Total 7 sts.
  2. Rnd 2: Inc around. Total 14 sts.
  3. Rnd 3: Sc 1, inc around. Total 21 sts.
  4. Rnd 4: Sc 2, inc around. Total 28 sts.
  5. Rnd 5: BLO sc around. Total 28 sts.
  6. Rnd 6: Sc around. Total 28 sts.
  7. Rnd 7: Sc around. Total 28 sts.
  8. Rnd 8: Sc around. Total 28 sts.
  9. Rnd 9: Sc around. Total 28 sts.
  10. Rnd 10: Reverse sc around. FO.

Make a handle the same way as the small basket, using ch 34. Fill with tiny pumpkins or yarn balls made from 6 sc in a magic ring, increased to 12 sts, then decreased closed.

Optional Garden Rake

The rake is a small prop with a tan handle and light gray tines. For a soft crochet version, make the handle with yarn only. For a poseable version, crochet around craft wire.

Handle

Use tan yarn.

  1. Ch 36.
  2. Sl st in 2nd ch from hook and across. Total 35 sl sts.
  3. FO and weave ends into the chain.

Rake Head

Use light gray yarn.

  1. Ch 12.
  2. Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across. Total 11 sts.
  3. Ch 8, sl st in 2nd ch from hook and next 6 ch, sl st into next base st.
  4. Repeat the tine step 5 more times across the base.
  5. FO and sew the center of the rake head to the tan handle.

Optional Fox Slippers

The image includes a pair of tiny orange fox-like slippers beside the doll. Make 2 if you want the full display set.

Slipper Base

Use burnt orange yarn.

  1. Rnd 1: Ch 7. Starting in 2nd ch from hook, sc 5, 3 sc in last ch, sc 4 on opposite side, inc in last st. Total 14 sts.
  2. Rnd 2: Inc, sc 4, inc in next 3 sts, sc 4, inc in next 2 sts. Total 20 sts.
  3. Rnd 3: BLO sc around. Total 20 sts.
  4. Rnd 4: Sc around. Total 20 sts.
  5. Rnd 5: Sc 6, dec 4 times, sc 6. Total 16 sts.
  6. Rnd 6: Sc 5, dec 3 times, sc 5. Total 13 sts.
  7. Rnd 7: Sc around. Total 13 sts.
  8. FO and leave the opening unclosed.

White Fox Face Patch

Use white yarn. Ch 5, sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc 2, sc 1. FO. Sew to the front toe area. Embroider two small black curved eyes.

Fox Ears

Make 4 in burnt orange.

  1. Ch 4.
  2. Sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next ch, dc in last ch.
  3. FO and sew two ears to each slipper toe.

Optional Small Acorn and Leaf Tray Details

To echo the autumn theme, make a few loose acorns and leaves for display near the baskets. Use the same small acorn and leaf patterns from the skirt border. Sew nothing to the doll if you want them removable.

  • Make 2 small acorns in mustard and brown.
  • Make 2 leaves in olive green.
  • Make 1 leaf in mustard yellow.
  • Arrange them near the baskets or pillow for a complete seasonal scene.

Facial Embroidery

The doll face is gentle, with glossy black eyes, soft lashes, small nose, tiny mouth, and blush cheeks. Keep all embroidery delicate because the face is large and simple.

  • Nose: Use skin-tone embroidery thread. Make 3 horizontal stitches across 3 stitches between the eyes, about 2 rounds below the eye line.
  • Mouth: Use the same thread. Make one tiny shallow V stitch directly below the nose.
  • Cheeks: Use pink thread. Make 3 short horizontal stitches on each cheek, 2 rounds below each eye.
  • Eyelashes: Use black thread. Add 2 small upward stitches at the outside corner of each eye.
  • Eye highlights: If your safety eyes are plain, add one tiny white stitch near the upper side of each eye.

Final Assembly and Facial Detailing

Sew the head to the body using the long body tail. Pass the needle through the neck and lower head several times so the head stays upright. The doll in the image has a straight, centered posture, so check alignment from the front and side before finishing.

Sew the arms to the upper body under the collar line. The hands should rest near the skirt sides. Sew the hair cap securely, then add bangs and long curls. The hair should frame the face and fall over the shoulders.

Attach the mushroom clusters after the hair is finished. Place one cluster on each side of the head, slightly above ear level. Sew through the hair cap and into the head surface so the decorations do not wobble.

Place the acorn bag strap diagonally from the doll’s left shoulder to the right hip. Sew the strap lightly at the shoulder and waist so it follows the body curve. Sew the bag to the skirt edge or bodice side to hold it forward.

Check the skirt appliqués last. The acorns and leaves should sit on the cream band, evenly spaced around the front and sides. Keep the back simpler if the doll will be displayed sitting flat.

Care Notes

  • Spot clean gently with cool water and mild soap.
  • Do not soak the doll if safety eyes, buttons, or wire accessories are used.
  • Reshape the skirt, hair curls, and collar while damp.
  • Lay flat to dry on a clean towel.
  • Keep the doll away from high heat, direct sunlight, and rough play.

Quick Checklist Before You Finish

  • The head is firmly stuffed and sewn straight onto the body.
  • The eyes are even and the face embroidery is centered.
  • The skirt flares evenly and the scalloped hem is visible.
  • The bodice panel is centered on the front of the dress.
  • The shoulder straps cross neatly over the blouse and hold the buttons.
  • The hair cap covers the back of the head smoothly.
  • The long curls fall on both sides with balanced volume.
  • The mushroom clusters are securely attached.
  • The acorn bag sits diagonally across the body.
  • All small accessories are sewn tightly or kept as display-only props.

Detailed Cleaning and Preservation Guidelines

For long-term display, keep the doll in a dry place with good airflow. Cotton yarn can collect dust, so use a soft brush to clean the hair, skirt hem, and appliqués every few weeks.

If the doll needs deeper cleaning, dampen a white cloth with cool water and gently press the stained area. Avoid rubbing the face, cheeks, mushrooms, and acorn appliqués because small embroidery stitches can loosen.

Store the doll upright or wrapped loosely in acid-free tissue. Do not compress the hair curls or skirt scallops. Keep the baskets, rake, pillow, and slippers in a small breathable fabric bag so the complete set stays together.

Before gifting, inspect every sewn detail. Tug gently on the buttons, mushrooms, acorn bag, leaves, and small accessories. If the doll is intended for a young child, replace buttons and safety eyes with embroidered features.

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