This charming striped amigurumi doll is perfect for a little one's toy collection or as a unique decorative piece. With its cheerful colors and cozy scarf, it brings warmth and whimsy to any space. Follow this detailed pattern to create your very own fabulous doll.

Striped Amigurumi Doll

Materials:

• Yarn: Worsted weight (#4) yarn in three colors - dark blue, light blue, and black (approximately 50 yards of each color)
• Filling: Polyester fiberfill
• Safety eyes (10mm)
• Buttons: One large button for decoration (around 1.5" in diameter)
• Knitting needles: US Size 4 (3.5mm) for the doll and US Size 6 (4.0mm) for the scarf
• Yarn needle for weaving in ends
• Scissors

Gauge:

18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch. To check your gauge, knit a swatch of 20 stitches for 4 inches. If your swatch is larger than 4 inches, try a smaller needle size; if it’s smaller, try a larger size.

Abbreviations:

• sts = stitches
• k = knit
• p = purl
• k2tog = knit two together (a decrease)
• inc = increase
• BO = bind off
• CO = cast on

Instructions:

Body:

1. Using the light blue yarn, CO 30 sts.
2. Row 1-10: k across.
3. Row 11: Change to black yarn, k 15, then switch to dark blue yarn and k 15.
4. Row 12: k across (black yarn).
5. Row 13: Change to dark blue yarn, k 15, then switch to light blue yarn and k 15.
6. Row 14-20: Repeat Rows 12 and 13 for a total of 10 rows (5 of each color).
7. Rows 21-30: Change to black yarn and k across.
8. Row 31: k2tog across (15 sts remain).
9. Row 32: k2tog across (7 sts remain).
10. Cut yarn, leaving a long tail. Thread through remaining stitches and pull tight to close the top. Weave in ends.

Arms (make 2):

1. Using dark blue yarn, CO 10 sts.
2. Rows 1-12: k across.
3. Row 13: k2tog across (5 sts remain).
4. Cut yarn, leaving a long tail. Thread through remaining stitches and pull tight to close. Weave in ends. Attach arms to body with yarn or sewing needle, positioning them on either side of the body.

Scarf:

1. Using black yarn, CO 60 sts.
2. Row 1-6: k across.
3. BO all sts. Weave in ends. Wrap around the neck of the doll.

Finishing touches:

1. Attach safety eyes to the face, positioned evenly. Insert the button at the center of the body just below the neck. Use yarn to sew it securely in place.
2. Stuff the doll lightly with fiberfill. Ensure it’s even, creating a rounded shape.
3. Weave in any loose ends to ensure a neat finish.

Optional Variations:

Feel free to mix and match colors to customize your doll. You can also experiment with different yarn textures, such as fluffy or sparkly yarns for a fun twist!

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