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Peg Doll Patterns and Instructions

Peg Dolls

While searching for sturdy figures to populate a dollhouse castle and cottage for my grandkids, I ran across peg dolls on Etsy–knights, kings and queens, woodland fairies, forest creatures, families and adorable little characters of every kind. Simple and solid, they were perfect for little hands. With a few patterns and supplies I had on hand, making peg dolls became my evening hobby. I had so much fun with own designs for woodland, wildflower and bird peg dolls that I decided to make some of my peg doll patterns and instructions available on Etsy.

Peg Doll Patterns for Download

Click on any peg doll caption to go directly to my Etsy shop for patterns and instructions. Patterns are instantly downloadable for $2.00 each. Extra tips and material sources are below.

Resources for Making Peg Dolls

Materials:

I love the variegated yarn by James Brett for Marble Chunky. I used the orange, brown, green color and pulled the strands I needed.

The classic craft glue Alene’s is my choice for gluing on the hair.

These are the peg dolls I used. If you use different ones check the fit before you cut the felt.

JoAnn Fabrics has the best color options for felt. You only need the small sheets.

Photo Hints for Making the Brown-eyed Susan Peg Doll

Sewing on the tunic

Making the skirt

Constructing the flower hat

Making the braids

Making the Rose