Knit and Crochet for Small Dolls [Paperback]

Marjory Fainges (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 27, 2007

More than fifty patterns to fit today's popular 6½ to 9-inch dolls are included in this easy-to-use pattern book. Marjory Fainges, author of numerous books on dolls, including several knitting and crocheting pattern collections, offers an entire wardrobe of patterns ranging in difficulty from beginning to advanced levels. From underclothing to skirts, pants, shorts, sweaters and blouses, to dresses, coats and jackets, the many pieces can be combined to create a variety of ensembles in a range of styles. Dolls by Vogue, the Alexander Doll Company, Effanbee, the Tonner Doll Company, Heidi Pluszczok and Robert Raikes are among the many models presenting these charming fashions.

Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Reverie Publishing (August 27, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1932485473
• ISBN-13: 978-1932485479
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.6 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,244,603 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars American terminology used in this book, January 2, 2010

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Cats, Flowers, and Crochet (Ontario, Canada) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Knit and Crochet for Small Dolls (Paperback)

When trying to decide whether or not to purchase this book, I was not able to find out whether it uses American terminology. Now that I own this book, I can let you know that it does use American terminology. All measurements are given in inches as well as metric units. This is an attractive, nicely designed book with patterns for dolls ranging from six and a half inches (16.5 cm) to nine inches (23 cm) in height. I would always prefer a book which stays open in front of me while I am working out of it, but a paperweight on each page will solve that little problem. There are lots of colour photos in this book, and even the dolls modeling the clothes are named and described. Clearly, a lot of love went into this book.
I have two concerns. The lesser one is that my copy of this book, ordered through Amazon.ca, arrived with scratches all over the front and back covers. That's too bad. It may make you think twice before mail ordering this book as a gift for someone else, although probably not every copy is scratched.
I have made one of the crocheted dresses from this book, so far. It turned out nicely, and as depicted in the photo, but not without my having to correct numerous mistakes in the pattern. There is a slight possiblity that this was my error, and that I misunderstood the pattern. However, I don't think so. Just in case the other patterns in this book turn out to have similar issues, I would suggest that only intermediate or advanced crocheters use this book. They will hopefully be able to recognize errors and make the appropriate adjustments. It is my hope that each pattern in this book will be tested, in the future, and a revised version of the book published.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Crocheting or knitting for little dolls, September 19, 2009

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Wendy Designs "gumpuckerudy" (colorado) - See all my reviews

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This book has excellent, clear directions for making doll clothes using crochet or knit stitches. The items I made fit perfectly and look adorable. Great bang for the buck.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book for Knittersand Crocheter who love todress dolls, November 25, 2008

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This book is well written. It has a complete wardrobe for small dolls. Easy enough for a begining knitter like me to complete a dress.Your dolls will be well dressed from undies to Hats.