Level: Advanced | Written in US terms
Bring a sweet slice of nostalgia to life with this detailed Strawberry Shortcake doll and her beloved kitty, Custard! This advanced-level crochet pattern is packed with charm and whimsy, perfect for confident crocheters who love working in fine detail.
You'll receive a clear, well-organized PDF pattern with step-by-step instructions to create both the doll and cat companion. The finished doll makes a delightful display piece or a treasured gift—just be mindful of small parts if gifting to littles under 3.
🧶 Materials Needed:
• 100g each of Size 3 DK yarn in: White, Pink, Red, Brown
• 50g each of Size 3 DK yarn in: Green, Light Peach
• Scrap amounts of DK yarn in: Dark Pink, Black, Beige
• 3.00 mm crochet hook
• Yarn needle
• Fiber fill
• Stitch marker
• (Optional) 2 x ½-inch black buttons for eyes*
*Buttons should only be used if the finished doll is for ages 3+
📝 Notes:
• Strawberry Shortcake’s legs, body, and head are worked as one continuous piece.
• The following pieces are worked in continuous rounds—do not join unless instructed. Place a stitch marker in the first stitch of each round and move it up as you go:
– Legs/body/head, shoes, bloomers, arms, strawberry, cat body/head, cat tail, cat ears, cat muzzle
• The following pieces are worked in rows:
– Hair, patches, sleeve ruffles
• These pieces use a blend of rows and rounds:
– Skirts, hat
• All pieces are worked separately and sewn together during assembly.
• Stuff pieces firmly, but not so full that the stuffing shows through the stitches.
• Finished sizes:
– Strawberry Shortcake: approximately 15 inches tall
– Custard Cat: approximately 4.5 inches tall
This is a digital PDF pattern only—not a finished item.
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🚫 No refunds, returns, or exchanges on digital patterns.
💖 Thank you for respecting my work. Please don’t share, reproduce, or resell this pattern or any part of it.
Add this sweet pair to your crochet collection today—and tag @FatLadyCrochet when you share your makes!
