It took me a while to figure out how to curl yarn and I wanted to make it easy for you guys to figure out. I love how the yarn looks when it is all done.
I have never crochet any kind of doll or toys but watching your doll videos kind of got me wanting to give it a try because I know my little one would love them
Here's a tip you and the viewers may find helpful for baking the hair. I crochet and knit but I also love working with polymer clay. This clay is cured by baking in the oven. There are different degrees for different clays but most commonly it is baked at 275 degrees. Sometimes clay will burn so what is common to do for this problem is take a piece of quilt batting and lay it in a cookie sheet and lay the items on top of the batting. It does not burn and is completely safe. Since you bake the yarn at 250 degrees, it would be safe as well. So if you can't cut your dowels or make a fancy thing a majig, the batting on a cookie sheet would be another way of baking the yarn. Hope this helps!
Isn't it wonderful having a resourceful husband!? Sounds like mine ..he is always coming up with nifty contraptions. lol Thank you so much for sharing how to curl yarn !
Looking forward to getting your pattern for this adorable doll.... I am thrilled with all the detailed work you have put into this item... I am what's called a "finishing expert"..LOL Spent my youth and early years working in a yarn shop finishing knitted and crochet sweaters for our customers...
Your dolls are adorable and I would love to learn how to make one step by step. I have followed previously videos on crocheting an amigurumi rabbit so I am ready to upgrade I think to make a doll! Yay! SO excited!
I have always wrapped yarn around knitting needles or metal skewers. I prefer a tighter curl, so the smaller needles work just perfect. I have also wrapped twine and jute using same technique. I enjoyed your video, your doll is adorable.
Have you tried putting starch in your water before soaking the yarn? I think that would help in the curls to prevent dust gathering for the dolls hair. Starch leaves a coating that can be slightly waterproof but when used on clothes it is for making the fabric stay ironed longer as well as last longer. I used to work at a dry cleaners ironing starched shirts. They explained to me why starching is such a good idea. You heavy starch the first time then light starch for a few times then a heavy one again and the fabric looked as good as new every time. Some of the shirts were many years old but still looked as new. Anyway it is an idea you might try. Have a wonderful day
Wow that is also amazing those dolls are adorable and the yarn oh my gosh my juices are running thanks for the giveaways and happy birthday to you and your daughter
I too saw your doll on Bag o Day channel. I make dolls too and this by far has been the best video on how to do hair, the area I struggle the most with. Can't wait to try this method and see all your videos. Thanks!
I just discovered you, and I'm so glad I did! Thank you for such a informative video on doing the hair on dolls. Your doll is beautiful! I am going to have to re-watch the part you said where to put the hook in the wig part of the head...wished it was closer to see...Thank you again!
All your dolls are very beautiful! You are very talented! I crochet but I don’t think I can make such beauties. They are prettier than any doll you can buy at a store💖💝💕
Wonderful information thank you. Don't think i will be able to this myself though. I do my short hair the same and save the scraps I cut to stuff into my next doll or toy along with polyfil.
I started making these dolls for my granddaughters and I was wondering how to do hair the feet and the arms will look at your other tutorials thanks so much
I'm sorry but, I was so attracted to that little snowgirl, I didn't hear a word you said, lolol. I saved it so I can go back later and watch it. I'm getting the hair ready for the doll and when I can afford, I will get the pattern and assembly to crotchet along with everyone. Hopefully, I can do this.
Omg I just watched one of your videos showing how to put the legs and arms on this deal and I told you about the African American child am fostering now she gets to see the doll that you made so beautiful 😊
Awesome tutorial Holly! Will you be making one for the dolls? I would love to try and make one. Working on Cookie Monster as my first amigurumi sp? Lol thanks a bunch!
I absolutely love your dolls. I'm actually looking to start making dolls for my granddaughters. Are you going to show any of the beginning steps of how to make the dolls and I'd also love to see how to make the doll wig I get the idea but seeing it would be amazing. I am so grateful I came across your channel I have so many ideas now thank you so much.
Fearest Holly ,You have No idea How I love Snowman ...Really hopeing if i win i can restock My yarn A bit Have Been Useing Scapes But My stash Is Depleted...God Bless,Aleta Sneed
Saw your doll on Crystal's, Bag-O-Day channel. Beautiful! Very nice work! Hope you post a video on the making of the dolls and also one of winding the yarn using a drill. Good luck with your channel. I subscribed and will be watching! :)
Thank you, I clicked Like! After you put the hair on the doll, can you brush out the hair to separate into thin strands and will it stay perfectly curled after brushing or combing? I want to try it on a barbie doll.
What size dowel rod do you use? I tried it and the yarn didn't curl. can it be that I took them out too early? How many rods do you recommend for Lavender or any of your dolls? I'm almost finish.
OMG! I am soooo excited I found your videos. I have been crocheting for a long time and have always wanted to make a crocheted doll. I love your videos!!! I am so looking forward to making one. Would I be able to purchase the silicone rod for the body and feet somewhere. If you could let me know I would appreciate it very much. Thank you.
What yarn do you use for their body and where do you get it? I’ve been looking through several videos and can’t seem to find where you say, if you can let me know, I’d greatly appreciate it. I’m looking for your crochet alongs also, but can’t seem to find those, if you can tell me titles of those videos, that would also be great. Thank you In advance, I love your dolls and can’t wait to make my own. I want to make my nieces some Autumn dolls. Beautiful!
I love your Dolls! They are so beautiful... Do you sell the pattern for this type your showing, and do sell any of the clothings you make also? Thank you so much for showing how you make the hair because they look amazing!
Hi! I have a question for you and maybe you can help. Do you think using the wood rods and instead of putting it in the oven using a steam iron would work? i watched a video by Maryl Bird about steam blocking. Once you use steam it sets it. I haven't tried it but would like too. Let me know your thoughts.
I love to crochet but I have not made doll's. I love all the doll's that you have made I am not good with following patterns. I am a hands on typ person. I have 3 kids two girls and 1n boy.
@@TheProperPineapple got it. Thank you so much. I am nearly done with my first doll from your Lavender pattern. My daughter has me styling her doll after the main character in the movie Coraline and the wig cap and hair have been tough. I've nearly got it done though so yay!
so forgive me if you already said it in the video. I've seen this method but I'm trying to figure out if it keeps in the wash. i just sort of skipped through looking for care instructions
I have never crochet any kind of doll or toys but watching your doll videos kind of got me wanting to give it a try because I know my little one would love them
Here's a tip you and the viewers may find helpful for baking the hair. I crochet and knit but I also love working with polymer clay. This clay is cured by baking in the oven. There are different degrees for different clays but most commonly it is baked at 275 degrees. Sometimes clay will burn so what is common to do for this problem is take a piece of quilt batting and lay it in a cookie sheet and lay the items on top of the batting. It does not burn and is completely safe. Since you bake the yarn at 250 degrees, it would be safe as well. So if you can't cut your dowels or make a fancy thing a majig, the batting on a cookie sheet would be another way of baking the yarn. Hope this helps!
Thank you for letting us know how you curl and attach the hair to your dolls; I love it!!!
You are very lucky to have a husband that helps you as much as your husband does . Lucky 🍀
May you always be happy. You have a beautiful family hun x
Isn't it wonderful having a resourceful husband!? Sounds like mine ..he is always coming up with nifty contraptions. lol Thank you so much for sharing how to curl yarn !
All your dolls are just beautiful!
I would love to see a close up video of the doll cap and application of the hair...love your channel, you are very informative.
You are incredibly talented. I’m just in awe of your talent and creativity! Thanks for sharing.
I just love the doll thats on display. She's just beautiful and cute at the same time ❣️🤗
You are amazing Holly, such talent!
I love that! Thank you for sharing. Your dolls are so beautiful!
Awesome, love watching and learning from you & your videos.
Wow❤ what an wonderfully genius idea!!! You rock!!!
Looking forward to getting your pattern for this adorable doll.... I am thrilled with all the detailed work you have put into this item... I am what's called a "finishing expert"..LOL Spent my youth and early years working in a yarn shop finishing knitted and crochet sweaters for our customers...
So beautiful great ideas I love that your husband has helped you with the feet and neck issues it's wonderful
Great information Holly God bless you and your family always ❣️
Your dolls are adorable and I would love to learn how to make one step by step. I have followed previously videos on crocheting an amigurumi rabbit so I am ready to upgrade I think to make a doll! Yay! SO excited!
I am totally loving the snowman or snowlady hair.
Awesome! The dolls r so cute ,!
Thank YOU ! Great information.
I have always wrapped yarn around knitting needles or metal skewers. I prefer a tighter curl, so the smaller needles work just perfect. I have also wrapped twine and jute using same technique. I enjoyed your video, your doll is adorable.
I think your video is so interesting and informative. The dolls are beautiful. Happy creating.Rose Bello
Have you tried putting starch in your water before soaking the yarn? I think that would help in the curls to prevent dust gathering for the dolls hair. Starch leaves a coating that can be slightly waterproof but when used on clothes it is for making the fabric stay ironed longer as well as last longer. I used to work at a dry cleaners ironing starched shirts. They explained to me why starching is such a good idea. You heavy starch the first time then light starch for a few times then a heavy one again and the fabric looked as good as new every time. Some of the shirts were many years old but still looked as new.
Anyway it is an idea you might try.
Have a wonderful day
You make it look so easy. In time I will try making 1, thank you 4 the video on hair.
This is genius! Thank you for sharing!
Wow this is awesome that is a cute dolly
First time here...I LOVE your dolls, just beautiful!
Wow that is also amazing those dolls are adorable and the yarn oh my gosh my juices are running thanks for the giveaways and happy birthday to you and your daughter
I hope I can buy one soon..they are beautiful
Holly you are so talented i really think the way you curl the hair is really cool. Thanks for sharing now when i get the doll done i know what to do.😄
thank you so much! I have been trying to figure this out.
Thanks for this awesome video. I am still trying to improve my doll line and this really helped out a lot!
Thank you so much to show us how to do the dolls hair you explain it great 💓😊
I too saw your doll on Bag o Day channel. I make dolls too and this by far has been the best video on how to do hair, the area I struggle the most with. Can't wait to try this method and see all your videos. Thanks!
Glad I could help!!
That was really helpful, thank youuu!
I just discovered you, and I'm so glad I did! Thank you for such a informative video on doing the hair on dolls. Your doll is beautiful! I am going to have to re-watch the part you said where to put the hook in the wig part of the head...wished it was closer to see...Thank you again!
I was wondering that today! And what this pops up. That is amazing. I wanna try making dolls ! I love the curly hair idea, too!
Great video 😊
All your dolls are very beautiful! You are very talented! I crochet but I don’t think I can make such beauties. They are prettier than any doll you can buy at a store💖💝💕
I have a key ring with tiny super short hooks,perfect for tassels or hair ,maybe Amazon but not sure ,you are so imaginative,thank you x
Your dolls are gorgeous!
Thank you
Love ur dolls I'm also from bag o day crochet thank u for the entries
Thanks!! I really appreciate this!
I love the way you do the dolls hair it looks better and I like it nice job.
Wow..thanks for sharing...
Hello Holly, your husband is very handy making you the rods for the oven & also your Huge Yarn needle 😁 Erica x
Wonderful information thank you. Don't think i will be able to this myself though. I do my short hair the same and save the scraps I cut to stuff into my next doll or toy along with polyfil.
Your dolls are absolutely beautiful.
Thank you so much
You are welcome.
I plan on making dolls for my daughters for Christmas and yours videos are amazing
I sell my pattern and the spine and soles to make my dolls on my website theproperpineapple.com
great tutorial, thank you
Love it!! :D
Thanks for showing how to make curly hair.
I started making these dolls for my granddaughters and I was wondering how to do hair the feet and the arms will look at your other tutorials thanks so much
I saw you on Crystal's giveaway video and love the doll! Beautiful work! Also subscribed :)
thank you so much!
really nice
I'm sorry but, I was so attracted to that little snowgirl, I didn't hear a word you said, lolol. I saved it so I can go back later and watch it. I'm getting the hair ready for the doll and when I can afford, I will get the pattern and assembly to crotchet along with everyone. Hopefully, I can do this.
This is so helpful thank you BUNCHES
Omg I just watched one of your videos showing how to put the legs and arms on this deal and I told you about the African American child am fostering now she gets to see the doll that you made so beautiful 😊
1ST time here. Beautiful!! 🙌Excellent tutorial!!🙌. So impressive I subbed right away! TFS🌰XO❤XO🎃XO❤🍁
Awesome tutorial Holly! Will you be making one for the dolls? I would love to try and make one. Working on Cookie Monster as my first amigurumi sp? Lol thanks a bunch!
Thank you so much for this, I was wondering how you do this magics. :)
I absolutely love your dolls. I'm actually looking to start making dolls for my granddaughters. Are you going to show any of the beginning steps of how to make the dolls and I'd also love to see how to make the doll wig I get the idea but seeing it would be amazing. I am so grateful I came across your channel I have so many ideas now thank you so much.
Is it possible for you to do a tutorial on a yarn wig?
Thanks for sharing. Do the ends ever fray?
I hope you do a video on how to create your dolls; that would be awesome... :)
Shared to sheepishly sharing group!!
thank you for sharing!
Fearest Holly ,You have No idea How I love Snowman ...Really hopeing if i win i can restock My yarn A bit Have Been Useing Scapes But My stash Is Depleted...God Bless,Aleta Sneed
Saw your doll on Crystal's, Bag-O-Day channel. Beautiful! Very nice work! Hope you post a video on the making of the dolls and also one of winding the yarn using a drill. Good luck with your channel. I subscribed and will be watching! :)
Hello Holly this is very helpful 😁 I would of thought the oven would melt acrylic yarn 😏 Erica x
Glad Caron simply soft is good for that ...because it crochets horribly..very splitty...but it is so soft @ shiny 😊🌷
Thank you, I clicked Like! After you put the hair on the doll, can you brush out the hair to separate into thin strands and will it stay perfectly curled after brushing or combing? I want to try it on a barbie doll.
I have been looking for this video. Thank you.
Thanks Holly
What size dowel rod do you use? I tried it and the yarn didn't curl. can it be that I took them out too early? How many rods do you recommend for Lavender or any of your dolls? I'm almost finish.
You can curl ribbon w/ the same technique . wrap wet ribbon around a metal knitting needle bake
Your dolls are 👍
Thank you 💜
OMG! I am soooo excited I found your videos. I have been crocheting for a long time and have always wanted to make a crocheted doll. I love your videos!!! I am so looking forward to making one. Would I be able to purchase the silicone rod for the body and feet somewhere. If you could let me know I would appreciate it very much. Thank you.
You can buy them on my website which should be linked under most of my videos
I am wondering what size dowel rods you use? Are they 1/4" or 1/2"? I know that would make a difference in how tight the curls are.
What yarn do you use for their body and where do you get it? I’ve been looking through several videos and can’t seem to find where you say, if you can let me know, I’d greatly appreciate it. I’m looking for your crochet alongs also, but can’t seem to find those, if you can tell me titles of those videos, that would also be great.
Thank you In advance, I love your dolls and can’t wait to make my own. I want to make my nieces some Autumn dolls. Beautiful!
I love your Dolls! They are so beautiful... Do you sell the pattern for this type your showing, and do sell any of the clothings you make also? Thank you so much for showing how you make the hair because they look amazing!
I sell the patterns for my dolls on my website www.theproperpineapple.com
I wanted to make a natural doll so I want to use wool, any advice to make a curl out of wool yarn?
Thank you,
Genet
I have switched to caron simply soft instead of red heart for a lot of my crochet dolls.
Hi, I know this video is older but I just found it. I found the pattern for the doll on your website. Do you still have the spines soles?
Hi! I have a question for you and maybe you can help. Do you think using the wood rods and instead of putting it in the oven using a steam iron would work? i watched a video by Maryl Bird about steam blocking. Once you use steam it sets it. I haven't tried it but would like too. Let me know your thoughts.
Yes I use wooden rods, and I am not sure about the steaming, I think it would work, I just usually use the oven
Tfs... I would just cut 2 different lengths of hair?
I love to crochet but I have not made doll's. I love all the doll's that you have made I am not good with following patterns. I am a hands on typ person. I have 3 kids two girls and 1n boy.
have you tried a latch hook for attaching hair to cap?
No, I just use my hook but I bet that would work great
Very good video. Was it 250, or 350 degrees Fahrenheit ?
250
When you say you put a strand into "every other hoop" is that every other round of hoops or every other hoop in each round?
In every other loop
@@TheProperPineapple got it. Thank you so much. I am nearly done with my first doll from your Lavender pattern. My daughter has me styling her doll after the main character in the movie Coraline and the wig cap and hair have been tough. I've nearly got it done though so yay!
Can you please please please upload a video of how to make a crochet doll from scratch to finish? Please. Thanks.😀
how long does the curl last? Will it come off if washed? is there a way to curl permanently?
It is permanent
I am in awe of anyone who is very talented with dolls & other Amigurumi….. Red Heart is Acrylic mixed with Concrete 😂😂
I tried thia and got lovely curls - BUT all my yarns changed colour? Any ideas why pls?
What size are the dowels? ( diameter)
I see a snowperson doll behind you, where can I look into that doll? I would love one maybe two.
She was a one of a kind for Christmas giveaway but if you’d like to discuss a custom order you can email me at theproperpineapple@gmail.com
what was the name of ur yarn again ty.
I luv your videos but might I suggest that maybe you could zoom in on some things like the attaching of the hair. thanks.
How do you make the the center thing that holds up the head and neck
My husband makes them, he is a tool and dye guy so he made a mold and shot parts out of it
so forgive me if you already said it in the video. I've seen this method but I'm trying to figure out if it keeps in the wash. i just sort of skipped through looking for care instructions
No I wouldn't put it in the wash