14" dolls wardrobe of knitted clothes patterns

14" Dolls Wardrobe Knitting Patterns Collection by Eileen Webb

Overview

This comprehensive downloadable PDF contains a complete wardrobe collection of nine knitted garments designed specifically for 14-inch (36cm) dolls. Created by designer Eileen Webb, this intermediate-level knitting project provides patterns for a versatile set of doll clothes that can be mixed and matched to create multiple outfit combinations.

Garments Included in the Collection

• Vest – A sleeveless layering piece
• Panties – Doll undergarment
• Hooded Jacket – Outerwear with hood detail
• Dress – A complete one-piece garment
• Onesies – A full-body playsuit style
• Skirt – A separate bottom piece
• Cardigan – A button-front layering piece
• Trousers – Pants for doll sizing
• Jumper – A pullover sweater style

Knitting Techniques and Stitches

These patterns employ intermediate-level knitting techniques suitable for crafters with foundational knitting experience. The collection utilizes standard knitting abbreviations and methods, including techniques such as B&T (break off yarn), which involves breaking yarn and threading it through remaining stitches on the needle before pulling tightly to fasten off – a common finishing technique for small garments.

The patterns incorporate decreasing techniques to shape garments appropriately for doll proportions. Neckband construction on the dress uses a smaller needle size (3.00mm) to create a neat, finished edge.

Materials Required

Yarn: All patterns are designed using DK weight yarn. The original designs were created with Stylecraft Style DK yarn, though any DK weight yarn in appropriate colors will work for this project.

Yarn Quantities by Garment:

• Vest – 20 grams
• Panties – 15 grams
• Hooded Jacket – 50 grams
• Dress – 45 grams
• Onesies – 50 grams
• Skirt – 15 grams
• Cardigan – 30 grams
• Trousers – 25 grams
• Top – 25 grams (total)

Needles: Three needle sizes are required: 3.00mm, 3.50mm, and 4.00mm knitting needles. Smaller needles create tighter gauge for finishing details like neckbands, while larger needles are used for main fabric sections.

Notions and Embellishments

The collection requires various small fasteners and notions appropriate for doll-sized garments:

• Buttons – quantities vary by garment (ranging from 1 to 4 buttons per piece)
• Press fasteners – used on jacket, dress, and other pieces for secure closures
• Optional elastic – can be added to panties and skirt for improved fit
• Optional shirring elastic – for skirt detail
• Optional embroidery thread or yarn – for embellishing the onesies

Color Options

The patterns support multi-color knitting with three color options referenced: Color 1 (red), Main Color (white), and Color 3 (blue). This allows crafters to create striped or color-blocked designs across the wardrobe pieces.

Skill Level and Project Scope

Rated as intermediate difficulty, this collection is ideal for knitters who have mastered basic stitches and simple garment construction. The small scale of doll clothing requires attention to detail and precision in gauge and shaping, but the individual pieces are manageable projects. Completing the entire wardrobe provides excellent practice in garment construction techniques while creating a cohesive collection of coordinating pieces.