Garden & Crafty - Garden, DIY, Home
No Result
View All Result
  • GARDEN
    • Garden Tips
    • Garden Guide
    • Garden Care
    • Garden Ideas
  • DIY
    • Diy Project
    • Crafty Ideas
  • HOME
    • Decoration
    • Cleaning
    • Tips & Hacks
  • About Us
  • GARDEN
    • Garden Tips
    • Garden Guide
    • Garden Care
    • Garden Ideas
  • DIY
    • Diy Project
    • Crafty Ideas
  • HOME
    • Decoration
    • Cleaning
    • Tips & Hacks
  • About Us
No Result
View All Result
Garden & Crafty - Garden, DIY, Home
Home Guide

Make a Whimsical Yarn Doll Through Simple Weaving

Lois Capone by Lois Capone
October 7, 2025
in Guide
Reading Time: 2 mins read

Make a Whimsical Yarn Doll Through Simple WeavingCreating this woven yarn doll feels like crafting a childhood memory.

There’s something delightful about giving her shape and color as the yarn wraps back and forth, her smile forming from your own hands.

It’s not just about making a doll; it’s about slowing down and remembering the joy of simple play.

This project is also a lovely way to teach weaving to little ones, helping them create something both handmade and heartfelt.

Materials Needed

  • 1 piece of sturdy cardboard (about 8”×10”)
  • Assorted yarn (skin tone, brown for hair, pink, blue, gray, etc.)
  • 2 craft sticks (for arms)
  • 2 googly eyes
  • Hot glue gun or strong craft glue
  • Scissors
  • Marker for mouth
  • Paint or paper for background (optional)

Step-by-step Guide

Step 1: Cut vertical slits about ½ inch apart along the top and bottom edges of your cardboard.

Then thread yarn through the slits to create a base warp (these vertical lines will hold your weaving).

Step 2: Start weaving with your first color to form the doll’s face.

You can use peach or tan yarn and weave over and under the warp threads until you reach your desired head height (about 2 inches).

Step 3: Switch to a new color for the shirt, bright blues or greens work wonderfully.

Continue weaving across the body area. Then insert two craft sticks between yarn rows to form the doll’s arms.

Step 4: For the legs, weave each section separately using gray or brown yarn. When you reach the bottom, switch to pink or red to form little shoes.

Step 5: Add hair by looping brown yarn at the top and gluing in place. Finish with small bows, googly eyes, and a yarn mouth.

Step 6: For extra charm, paint or decorate the background behind your doll, a grassy field, blue sky, or anything that matches her story.

Tips:

You can personalize your doll by changing the outfit colors or adding accessories like a scarf or hat.

If making this with children, let them name their doll, it instantly turns the craft into a keepsake!

SharePin
Lois Capone

Lois Capone

Lois Capone is a wife and mom in her 50s who enjoys sharing gardening, DIY tips, and home decor ideas. She believes that with some inspiration, anyone can create a special feel in their home and garden.

Related Posts

Guide

Create Colorful Mini Weavings on Wooden Squares

There’s something meditative about weaving on a tiny scale. As you loop yarn over and under each strand, you start...

by Lois Capone
October 7, 2025
Guide

Craft Mini Driftwood Weavings to Add a Cozy Boho Touch

If you’ve ever admired woven wall art in cozy studios or boutique cafés, this is your chance to make your...

by Lois Capone
October 7, 2025
Guide

Create a Radiant Woven Circle from Scrap Yarn and Cardboard

This circular weaving craft brings together simplicity and joy. With just a piece of cardboard and a few strands of...

by Lois Capone
October 7, 2025
Guide

Create Adorable Pet Art with Mini Woven Blankets

Imagine your pet tucked under a handmade blanket, dreaming away after a long day of play. You’ll weave a small,...

by Lois Capone
October 7, 2025
Guide

Craft Colorful Beaded Bracelets with a DIY Cardboard Loom

This project transforms cardboard into a mini bead loom, turning small glass or plastic beads into wearable art. You’ll find...

by Lois Capone
October 7, 2025
Guide

Craft Adorable Yarn Bunnies with Cozy Woven Sweaters

There’s something endearing about crafting a little creature that feels alive with texture and color. These woven bunnies capture that...

by Lois Capone
October 7, 2025
Load More

Categories

  • Cleaning (6)
  • Crafty Ideas (176)
  • Decoration (167)
  • DIY (8)
  • Diy Project (252)
  • GARDEN (39)
  • Garden Care (64)
  • Garden Guide (139)
  • Garden Ideas (357)
  • Garden Tips (139)
  • Guide (687)
  • HOME (90)
  • Tips & Hacks (21)




Garden & Crafty - Garden, DIY, Home

© 2024 gardenandcrafty.com

Navigate Site

  • About Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms Of Service
  • Disclaimer
  • Cookie Policy
  • Webstories
  • Sitemap

Follow Us

No Result
View All Result
  • GARDEN
    • Garden Tips
    • Garden Guide
    • Garden Care
    • Garden Ideas
  • DIY
    • Diy Project
    • Crafty Ideas
  • HOME
    • Decoration
    • Cleaning
    • Tips & Hacks
  • About Us