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Greta Gingerbread Girl
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Product Description
THE LISTING IS A PDF INSTANT DOWNLOAD KNITTED PATTERN, NOT A FINISHED PRODUCT.
Say Hello to Greta the Gingerbread Girl - isn't she the sweetest and perfect for christmas knitting!! Why not make your very own knitted Greta!!
When using the needles and yarn specified in the pattern your finished Greta is roughly 10” tall.
This 6 page written knitted pattern is in English only and includes detailed instructions along with photos to guide you through the pattern.
Tools:- Made in Stylecraft Special Aran yarn 15g – Lipstick (red) 18g – White 20g – Camel (Beige) 5mm knitting needles (worked flat) tapestry needle, stuffing 2 x 15mm safety eyes – If you prefer not to use safety eyes you can embroider the eyes with black yarn and a tapestry needle Small amount of white yarn 3 small bows Optional: blush for cheeks Copyright © Stitch Witch Creations. Do not reproduce, sell or copy this pattern in anyway. The pattern is for personal use only
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Greta the Gingerbread Girl Knitting Pattern
What is Being Made
Greta the Gingerbread Girl is a charming handmade doll designed by StitchWitchCreations. This intermediate-level knitting project creates a finished gingerbread-themed doll measuring 10 inches tall. The doll features a classic gingerbread aesthetic with warm, festive coloring and is suitable for display, gifting, or as part of a doll collection.
Craft and Techniques
This pattern is created using the knitting technique, worked flat on needles rather than in the round. The flat-working method allows crafters to use either circular or straight needles, though circular needles are recommended for this project. The doll is constructed by knitting individual pieces that are later assembled and stuffed to create a three-dimensional figure. This approach is typical for amigurumi-style doll construction in knitting, requiring basic shaping and finishing skills appropriate for intermediate-level knitters.
Stitches and Construction
While specific stitch abbreviations are not detailed in the pattern excerpt provided, the project utilizes fundamental knitting stitches suitable for creating structured doll pieces. The pattern is worked to a tension of 18 stitches and 24 rows per 10x10cm square using 5mm needles, which ensures consistent sizing and proper fabric density for stuffing and shaping.
Materials Required
- Yarn: Stylecraft Special Aran weight yarn in three colors:
- 15g in Lipstick (red)
- 18g in White
- 20g in Camel (beige)
- Needles: 5mm knitting needles (circular needles recommended, though straight needles may be used)
- Notions and Finishing: Tapestry needle, polyester stuffing, 2 safety eyes measuring 15mm, small amount of white yarn for eye details, 3 small bows, and optional blush for cheeks
Difficulty Level
This pattern is rated as intermediate difficulty, making it suitable for knitters with some experience beyond basic techniques. The project requires competency in reading patterns, managing multiple yarn colors, assembling pieces, and finishing details such as attaching safety eyes and embellishments.
Pattern Format
Greta the Gingerbread Girl is available as a downloadable PDF pattern from StitchWitchCreations, designed by Sarah Louise Read. The pattern is intended for personal use only and includes comprehensive instructions for creating this festive knitted doll.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Aran |
| Featured Products: | Stylecraft Special Aran |
| Pages: | 6 |
| Designer: | StitchWitchCreations |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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