Product Description
This cardigan can fit not only for Blythe or Icy doll but for other 1/6 scale dolls and toys like Barbie, Monster High, Pullip, Obitsu24, Holala, Licca, Waldorf and textile dolls, teddies, amigurumi, stuffed toys etc. Just use apropriate needle size and yarn. Pattern includes 10 pages, 30 photoes, 3 video supports. The pattern is written in detail but you must be familiar with basic knit stitches and techniques such as: cast on/cast off; K / P sts; K2tog / P2tog; know the method magic loop / in the round (but has the video supports so you will learn this technique!); worked 'back and forth' on 2 knitting needles.
Additional info and videos: pattern for the pumpkins and ghost motives; photo tutorial for duplicate stitch and video tutorial How to embroidery the pumpkins with an imitation of jacquard;
video tutorial How to avoid the hole under armpit; video tutorial How to hide all thread tails after knitting.
Copyright © Anna Kibalchich-Poda, BannAnnaBears All rights reserved
Halloween Pumpkin Cardigan for Doll Knitting Pattern
Project Overview
This downloadable knitting pattern creates a festive Halloween pumpkin cardigan designed specifically for small dolls including Blythe, Pullip, Barbie, Licca, and similar doll sizes. The cardigan features a charming pumpkin design with seasonal color work, making it an ideal miniature garment project for doll enthusiasts and knitters looking to create themed doll clothing.
What Is Being Made
The pattern produces a fitted cardigan sweater for dolls, featuring button-front closure and a pumpkin motif design. This garment is tailored to fit standard small-scale dolls and includes construction details suitable for doll proportions and sizing. The cardigan serves as both a functional doll garment and a decorative seasonal accessory.
Knitting Techniques Used
- Circular Knitting Needles on the Line: The pattern recommends using circular knitting needles with a flexible cable, allowing for easy fitting adjustments directly on the doll throughout the knitting process
- Color Work: Multi-color knitting incorporating four distinct yarn colors to create the pumpkin design and seasonal details
- Button Band Construction: Creation of a button-front closure with five small buttons for fastening
- Auxiliary Crochet Work: A crochet hook is used for finishing and auxiliary functions in completing the garment
Stitches and Construction Details
While specific stitch names are not detailed in the pattern overview, the construction employs standard knitting techniques appropriate for beginner-level crafters. The pattern utilizes color changes to create the pumpkin motif and includes button band shaping. The use of circular needles suggests seamless or minimal-seam construction, which is ideal for small-scale doll garments.
Materials Required
- Yarn: Four colors of semi-wool yarn in 4-ply weight, totaling 250 meters per 50 grams. Recommended yarn brands include Iceland Kid Mohair and Baby Alpaca, Etrofil, Gazzal Baby Wool, and similar weight alternatives
- Main Color: Primary yarn color for the cardigan base
- Orange: For the pumpkin design elements
- Green: For pumpkin stem and leaf details
- Black: For pumpkin face or accent details
- Needles: Circular knitting needles in 2 mm size with a 60 cm or longer flexible cable length
- Fasteners: Five small buttons for the cardigan closure
- Finishing Tool: Crochet hook in 2 mm size, matching the needle size for consistent tension
Yarn Weight and Difficulty Level
This pattern uses 4-ply yarn weight, which provides appropriate thickness for small-scale doll garments while remaining manageable for knitters. The project is classified as beginner level, making it accessible to knitters new to doll clothing construction or color work techniques. The semi-wool yarn composition offers durability and a professional finish suitable for display or play dolls.
Designer and Pattern Information
This knitting pattern is an original copyrighted design by Anna Kibalchich-Poda, created under the designer name BannAnnaBears. The pattern is provided in downloadable PDF format for personal use only.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Fingering |
| Pages: | 10 |
| Designer: | BannAnnaBears |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Notes: | 4 colors of Fingering semi-wool yarn, 250 m / 50 g crochet hook 2 mm (if you need it for auxiliary function) |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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