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Dolls of Many Nations, DMC Volume 403
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Abbreviations and Terms Used
st(s)-stitch(es)
sp(s)-space(s)
rpt-repeat
rnd(s)-round(s)
yo-yarn over
dec.(s.)-decrease(s) inc.(s.)-increase(s)
STAR (*) or DAGGER (†) indicates that the directions immediately following are to be repeated the given number of times, in addition to the original. Thus “rpt from STAR (or DAGGER) 3 times” means to make pattern 4 times in all.
[ ] All sts within brackets are to be worked in same st or place. Example: [1 sc, 1 dc, 1 sc] all in next st, means to work 1 sc, then 1 dc, then 1 sc all in same next st.
Ch (chain st)-Make a loop on hook, * yo, draw thru loop; rpt from STAR; each rpt is called 1 ch st.
sc (single crochet)-Draw up a loop in st (now having 2 loops on hook), yo, thru both loops on hook.
slip st-Insert hook in st, yo, draw thru st and loop on hook.
dc (double crochet)-Yo, draw up a loop in st, yo, thru 2 loops on hook, yo, thru last 2 loops on hook.
hdc (half double crochet)-Yo, draw up a loop in st, yo, thru all 3 loops on hook.
tr (treble crochet)-Yo twice, draw up a loop in st, [yo, thru 2 loops on hook] 3 times.
long tr-Yo 3 times, draw up a loop in st, [yo, thru 2 loops on hook] 4 times.
How to Dress Doll
Steam crocheted pieces lightly. Petticoat-Sew ends of 4-inch ribbon together and run a shirring drawstring ¼-inch from one edge; put on Doll and pull drawstring to fit waist then tie a knot securely. Trim bottom edge with lace if desired. Put crocheted dress on Doll and sew up back.
Crochet Patterns
SKIRT-With White, ch 46. Row 1-Work 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 sc in each of next 2 chs, 1 dc in each of next 15 chs, 1 tr in each of next 27 chs. Row 2-Ch 4, turn, 1 tr in 2nd tr, 1 tr in each of next 25 tr, 1 dc in each of next 15 dc, 1 sc in each of next 3 sc, fasten off. Row 3-Turn, with Red, 1 sc in each of first 3 sc, 1 dc in each of next 15 dc, 1 tr in each of next 26 tr, work [a Shell of 3 tr and 2 long tr] in top ch of turning ch-4. (More)
SKIRT-Waistband-With Red, ch 36 (about 3 ¼ inches), 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 sc in each remaining ch (35 sc). Row 2-Ch 1, turn, 1 sc in each sc across. Rnd 1 (right side)-Ch 6, turn, 1 tr in 3rd sc, * ch 2, skip next sc, 1 tr in next sc; rpt from STAR around; to join Skirt, ch 2, slip st in 4th ch of ch-6. (More)
PANTIES-With Yellow, ch 38, join (with slip st) into ring. Rnd 1-Ch 1, 1 sc in each ch around, join in first sc (38 sc). Rnd 2-Ch 1, 1 sc in each sc around, join. Rnd 3-Ch 1, 1 sc in back loop of each sc around (thus leaving front loops free for Fringe), join in first sc. (More)
BODICE-With Green, ch 37, 1 dc, in 4th ch from hook, 1 dc in each of next 33 chs. Rows 2, 3 and 4-Ch 3 (=1 dc), turn, 1 dc in 2nd dc, 1 dc in each remaining dc, 1 dc in 3rd ch of turning ch. Fasten off. (More)
SKIRT-With Green, ch 33 (about 3 ¼ inches), 1 dc in 4th ch from hook, 1 dc in each remaining ch. Rnd 1-Ch 5, turn, 1 tr in 2nd dc, ch 1, work [1 tr and ch 1] in each of next 28 dc, 1 tr in top ch of ch-3; to join Skirt, ch 1, slip st in 4th ch of ch-5. (More)
SKIRT-With Orange, ch 37 (about 3 ½ inches), 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 sc in each remaining ch (36 sc). Row 2-Ch 1, turn, 1 sc in each sc across. Rnd l-Ch 4, turn, 1 dc in 2nd sc, ch 1, [1 dc and ch 1] in each remaining sc, join (with slip st in 3rd ch of ch-4). (More)
SKIRT-With Blue, ch 33, 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 sc in each remaining ch (32 sc). Row 2-Ch 3, turn, 1 dc in 2nd sc, 1 dc in each of next 30 sc. Rnd l-Ch 5, turn, 1 tr in 2nd dc, ch 1, [1 tr and ch 1] in each of next 29 dc, 1 tr in top ch of ch-3, to join Skirt, ch 1, slip st in 4th ch of ch-5. (More)
BODICE-Ch 14, 1 dc in 4th ch from hook, 1 dc in each of next 10 chs (12 dc including ch-3). Rows 2, 3, 4 and 5-Ch 3, turn, 1 dc in 2nd dc, 1 dc in each of next 9 dc, 1 dc in top ch of ch-3. (More)
SKIRT-With Blue, ch 42, 1 tr in 6th ch from hook, ch 1, [1 tr and ch 1] in each of next 36 chs, join (with slip st) in 4th ch of ch-5. Rnd 2-Ch 5, skip joined st, 1 tr in next sp, * ch 1, 1 tr in next tr, ch 1, 1 tr in next sp ; rpt from STAR around; end, ch 1, join in 4th ch of ch-5. (More)
COAT-Back-With Blue, ch 28, 1 dc in 4th ch from hook, 1 dc in each remaining ch. Row 2-Ch 3 (=1 dc), turn, 1 dc in 2nd dc, 1 dc in each dc to turning ch, 1 dc in top ch of turning ch (26 dc). Rpt row 2 until 14 rows from beginning. (More)
SKIRT-Waistband-Row 1 (right side)-With Blue, ch 33 (about 3 ¼ inches), 1 sc in 2nd ch from hook, 1 sc in each remaining ch (32 sc), fasten off. Row 2-Turn, with White, work 1 sc in each sc across, fasten off. (More)
Dolls of Many Nations
Volume 403
The DMC Corporation
Original Copyright 1952
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Making these dolls in the romantic costumes of many nations is a fascinating pastime that you will enjoy tremendously. They make charming, unusual gifts for littel girls as well as grown-ups. And for yourself, you'll want to start a doll collection - a hobby in which so many are finding fun and pleasure.
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