Morgana the Witch and Soots the Cat

Morgana the Witch and Soots the Cat Crochet Dolls Pattern

Project Overview

This downloadable crochet pattern from Moji-Moji Design provides instructions for creating two charming amigurumi-style dolls: Morgana the Witch and Soots the Cat. This intermediate-level project combines character design with fundamental crochet techniques to produce finished dolls and accessories suitable for display, gifting, or play.

What Is Being Made

The pattern includes instructions for crafting two distinct dolls with accompanying accessories. Morgana the Witch is a character doll, while Soots the Cat is an animal companion doll. The pattern provides the framework for creating three-dimensional, stuffed fabric figures through crochet construction, allowing crafters to bring these whimsical characters to life.

Crochet Techniques Used

This intermediate project employs core crochet techniques essential for doll construction. The pattern utilizes amigurumi methods, which involve creating small, stuffed crocheted objects through continuous rounds and strategic shaping. Crafters will work with invisible decreases to create seamless shaping and smooth transitions between sections, resulting in professional-looking finished dolls. The pattern also incorporates basic shaping techniques to form distinct body parts and facial features.

Stitches and Stitch Abbreviations

The pattern is written in American crochet terminology and employs the following fundamental stitches:

• ch (chain stitch) – the foundation stitch used to create base loops and connecting elements
• sc (single crochet) – the primary stitch for building dense, structured fabric in doll bodies
• hdc (half double crochet) – used for creating slightly looser fabric sections where needed
• dc (double crochet) – employed for texture variation and specific design elements
• slst (slip stitch) – used for joining rounds and securing stitches
• invdec (invisible decrease) – a specialized technique for seamless shaping and decreasing stitch counts without visible seams

Pattern Structure and Terminology

The pattern uses standard crochet abbreviations and symbols to streamline instructions. Round brackets ( ) indicate groups of stitches worked into the same location or provide stitch counts for round completion verification. Square brackets [ ] contain stitch groups to be repeated the number of times specified after the brackets. Measurements are provided in both centimeters (cm) and inches ("), accommodating crafters using different measurement systems.

Materials: Yarn and Tools

This pattern is designed for DK weight yarn, a lightweight yarn category that creates appropriately-scaled dolls with good stitch definition. DK weight provides the ideal balance between fabric density and finished doll size for amigurumi projects. Crafters will need a crochet hook appropriate for DK weight yarn (typically a size E/3.5mm or F/4mm hook, though specific hook size should be verified in the complete pattern instructions). Additional materials typically required for doll construction include fiberfill stuffing for creating three-dimensional form and a yarn needle for weaving in ends and assembling doll components.

Difficulty Level

Rated as intermediate, this pattern assumes crafters have foundational crochet knowledge including comfort with basic stitches, working in rounds, and understanding pattern abbreviations. The invisible decrease technique and three-dimensional shaping required for doll construction place this project beyond beginner level, making it suitable for crafters ready to expand their skills into amigurumi and character design.