How to Sew a Sock Doll

Cut the bottom (not including the heel) of the foot of the sock in half. Use the toe piece to make arms. Cut the remainder of the foot up the middle to the heel to form the legs. With the sock inside out, stitch as shown in the diagram to form the arms and legs. Sew the arms to the body. Turn the sock inside out and stuff the body with batting or with old, clean nylons.

To make the neck, tie a bow of yarn of ribbon above the arms. Place balled-up stuffing inside for the head (It is advisable to make small gathering stitches first and draw tight). Make small gathering stitches at the top of the head and draw tight. The remaining sock can be rolled down to form a hat.

The most popular stuffing used is polyester toy filling. It is a lightweight synthetic which makes it suitable for toys. There is now eco-friendly stuffing available such as cotton, wool and hemp. Organic stuffing does not have pesticide residue which can be harmful to your child. It is very important not to use any type of pellets for stuffing. If any escape from the seams, they could choke the child. Always sew a double seam to prevent stuffing from escaping through the seams.

You can make more than dolls from socks; you can also make clothes for a doll of any size using socks. Choose lightweight or heavy socks in any colour or pattern. Use baby of children's socks for smaller dolls.

Make Doll Clothes from Socks

How to Make Doll Clothes

Large Stuffed Donkey

Clown Shoe or Toy Bag

Boy and Girl Pajama Sock Dolls

Owl Petal Pillow or Toy

Victorian Doll and Clothes

Doll and Clothes

Many wonderful patterns for dolls and stuffed toys
in vintage pattern books for download.
See them all here.

If you prefer to purchase mailed sewing patterns, there is a
selection of dolls and stuffed toys sewing patterns here.
Dolls Sewing Patterns
Stuffed Toys Sewing Patterns

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