Pretty Izzy Doll knitting pattern
Free Pretty Izzy Dolls pattern
Izzy Doll is one of the famous woolen doll models, loved for its compact and cute design. With its tiny shape, innocent eyes and colorful outfit, Izzy Doll is not only a toy or decoration, but also carries a warm story about love and sharing. I collected this pretty Izzy Doll knitting pattern from @estherjoyknits. This is a knitting pattern by Esther Braithwaite Designs.
Construction: Pretty Izzy Dolls are knit in one piece from the bottom-up. The doll’s body can be knit flat on straight needles and seamed, or knit in the round on dpns. After knitting, the skirt is worked from stitches picked up around the doll’s waist. Simple sewing techniques are used to define the arms and legs after knitting. Fast and fun to make, these dolls are sturdy, safe, and perfect for even the littlest hands to hold.
Gauge: Exact gauge is not important. I recommend choosing a needle 2 or 3 sizes smaller than recommended on the ball band to create a dense fabric that will keep the stuffing hidden. The chart below lists suggested gauge and finished sizes for the yarns
I typically use.
Fingering DK/Sport Worsted
– US1 2.25 mm
8 sts and 11 rows/inch
4 ¾ inches tall x 2 ¼ “ wide
– US 3 3.0mm
6.5 sts and 9 rows/inch
5 ¼ inches tall x 2 ¾ “ wide
– US 5 3.5mm
5 sts and 7 rows/inch
6 inches tall x 3” wide
Yarn: Models are knit from Stylecraft Special DK.
Abbreviations:
CO = cast on
K = knit
K2tog = Knit 2 stitches together
Kfb= K in the front and back of the same stitch
P = purl
RS = right side
St(s) = stitch(es)
WS = wrong side
Circular Knitting Instructions:
Loosely cast on 32 stitches in black, leaving a long tail for seaming.
Arrange stitches evenly on 4 needles (8,8,8,8).
Refer to chart, or knit from pattern as follows:
SHOES
Rounds 1-2 Knit in black
Round 3 Knit 11 sts black, 3 stitches white, 4 stitches black, 3 stitches white, knit black to end of round.
Round 4 Knit in black
SOCKS
Rounds 5-8 Knit in white
LEGS
Rounds 9-14 Knit in skin colour
BODICE
Rounds 15-30 Knit in dress colour
FACE
Rounds 31-38 Knit in skin colour
HAIR
Rounds 39-42 Knit in brown
Round 43 (begin decreases) K1, *Knit 4 K2tog, repeat from * to last stitch, K1.
Round 44 (and alternate even rows) Knit
Round 45 K1, * Knit 3 K2tog, repeat from * to last stitch, K1.
Round 47 K1, * Knit 2, K2 tog, repeat from *to last stich, K1.
Round 49 K1, * Knit 1, K2 tog, repeat from *to last stich, K1.
Round 51 K1, * K2 tog, repeat from *to last stich, K1.
Draw yarn through remaining stitches and pull to close. Secure yarn.
Ruffle Skirt:
Pick up 32 stitches around the doll’s waist. Arrange evenly on 4 dpns (8,8,8,8). Join skirt color. With doll held upside down, work the skirt as follows:
Round 1 Knit
Round 2 *K1, Kfb, repeat from * around
Round 3 Knit
Round 4 *K1, Kfb, repeat from * around
Rounds 5-6 Knit
Round 7 Purl.
Cast off purlwise.
Lace Skirt:
Pick up 32 stitches around the doll’s waist. Join skirt color. With doll held upside down, work the skirt as follows:
Set Up:
Round 1 Kfb twice, *K1, Kfb. Repeat from *around (49 stitches)
Round 2 Knit. Arrange stitches on 4 dpns (14,14,14,7)
Lace Pattern (see lace chart):
Round 3 K1 K2tog YO K1 YO S1 K1 PSSO K1. Repeat around.
Round 4 Knit
Round 5 K2tog YO K3 YO S1 K1 PSSO.
Repeat around.
Round 6 Knit
Repeat Lace pattern once more for knee length dress, or twice more for floor-length gown.
Round15 Purl.
Round 16 Cast off purlwise.
Finishing Instructions
Straight Knitting Variation
Loosely cast on 34 stitches in black leaving a long tail for seaming.
Knit from pattern as follows:
SHOES
Row 1 Knit
Row 2 Purl
Round 3 Knit 12 sts black, 3 stitches white, 4 stitches black, 3 stitches white, knit black to end of round.
Round 4 Purl in black
SOCKS
Rows 5-8 (Continue in white) Work in stockinette stitch, knitting the RS (odd) rows and purling the WS (even) rows.
LEGS
Rows 9-14 (Join skin colour) Work in stockinette stitch.
BODICE
Rows 15-30 (Join dress colour) Work in stockinette stitch.
FACE
Rows 31-38 (Join skin colour) Work in stockinette stitch.
HAIR
Rows 39-42 (Join hair colour) Work in stockinette stitch for four rows.
Row 43 (begin decreases) K2, *Knit 4
K2tog, repeat from * to last two stitches, K2.
Row 44 (and all even (WS) rows) Purl.
Row 45 K2, * Knit 3 K2tog, repeat from * to last two stitches, K2.
Round 47 K2, * Knit 2, K2 tog, repeat from * to last two stitches, K2.
Round 49 K2, * Knit 1, K2 tog, repeat from * to last two stitches, K2.
Round 51 K2, * K2 tog, repeat from * to last two stitches, K2.
Draw yarn through remaining stitches and pull to close. Secure yarn.
Ruffle Skirt
Pick up 34 stitches around the doll’s waist. With doll held upside down, work the skirt as follows:
Row 1 Knit
Row 2 (and all WS – even — rows) Purl.
Row 3 *K1, Kfb, repeat from * around
Row 5 *K1, Kfb, repeat from * around
Row 7 Purl
Cast off knitwise.
SEAM DOLL
Using tail from top of head, sew the sides of the doll together with an invisible seam.
SEAM SKIRT
Using tail from cast off edge, sew the sides of the skirt together with an invisible seam.
Lace Skirt
Pick up 34 stitches around the doll’s waist. Join skirt color. With doll held upside down, work the skirt as follows:
Set Up:
Row 1 K1, Kfb twice, *K1, Kfb. Repeat from *to last stitch. K1. (51 stitches)
Row 2 Purl.
Lace Pattern (see lace chart):
Row 3 K1. *K1 K2tog YO K1 YO S1 K1 PSSO K1. Repeat from * to last stitch. K1.
Row 4 Purl.
Row 5 K1. *K2tog YO K3 YO S1 K1 PSSO.
Repeat from * to last stitch. K1.
Row 6 Purl.
Repeat lace pattern twice more.
Row 15 Purl.
Row 16 Cast off knitwise.
SEAM DOLL
Using tail from top of head, sew the sides of the doll together with an invisible seam.
SEAM SKIRT
Using tail from cast off edge, sew the sides of the skirt together with an invisible seam.
Finishing Instructions
Stuff head.
Sew a running stitch of matching yarn across the first face row, then stuff the head firmly. Draw up to form neck and knot securely. Do not cut ends, as you will use these to define arms as noted below.
Stuff body.
Sew a running stitch of matching yarn across cast-on edge, then stuff the body loosely. Draw up to close bottom of doll and knot securely. Do not cut ends as you will use this to define the legs.
Define legs.
Begin at the back middle seam, and pull yarn through to the front middle.
Using the chart as a guide, count 16 stitches from the back middle seam to the front. Keeping the first few stitches loose can also help guide a straight seam. Pull snuggly to create leg definition as you continue to a few rows below the sweater. Fasten yarn securely.
Define arms.
Using ends from neck seam, define arms with tiny backstitches through all layers.
Begin your arms 3 rows down from neck and 4 stitches from back seam. Arms are 8 stitches wide. Secure yarn and pull through body to hide ends. Repeat on opposite side for second arm.
Embroider Eyes
Embroider eyes in black. Pull a strand of black yarn under both legs of a stitch. Knit 3 horizontal stitches in the same stitch, then pull the needle through the doll and bring up at the opposite side for the second eye. Make 3 horizontal stitches, then pull the needle through the doll and bring up beside original yarn tail. Tie a knot to fasten yarn securely, then pull through body of doll to hide ends.
Cheeks
Referring to photo for placement, add small circles of powdered blush using a cotton swab.
Straight Hair
Cut 12 pieces of yarn to 6” lengths.
Insert a crochet hook through both ‘legs’ of a knit stitch.
Fold one of your strands of hair in half and pull through your knitted stitch, keeping the loop on your crochet hook.
Wrap both ends of the strand of hair around your crochet hook and pull through your loop to secure.
I like to add six strands of hair. I usually add two rows of three stitches directly over the shoulders of the doll. It helps to attach the bottom row first.
Once the hair is attached, you can style it into braids or pigtails.
Curly Hair
Wrap yarn tightly in a single layer around a wooden skewer or dowel (I use old bamboo dpns.)
Put wrapped dowels in a colander in the sink and dampen yarn thoroughly with hot water.
Transfer to a baking sheet. Place in 200- degree Fahrenheit oven for 30 minutes.
When cool, pull from end to release the coiled yarn from dowel. Cut into desired lengths. Attach as above.
*NOTE: Chart reflects stitch count (32 stitches) for CIRCULAR KNITTING only. *
When knitting the pattern on straight needles you must add 1 stitch to either side of the pattern for seaming (34 stitches required)*
With the Izzy Doll pattern, you not only have a lovely little doll, but also send your feelings and care to the recipients. Don’t forget to follow our website ngoclanhandmade.com and Youtube channel @ngoclanhandmade regularly to receive free crochet patterns.
