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Holly Dolly Knitting Pattern

Name: Holly Dolly Knitting Pattern
Brand: Knitting by Post
SKU: KBP-689
Price: 4.99 GBP
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At a Glance:-

Materials: Double knitting. 50g dark red and flesh. 25g dark yellow/gold. Oddment of white. Length of black for eyes. Toy stuffing

Finished Size: Approx. 37cm from feet to top of head.

Skill Level: Easy

Time Estimate: About a Week (Explain Skill & Time)

Published: 18 September 2026

Pattern Number: KBP-689

This Knitting Pattern

Deck the halls with Holly Dolly, the Christmas doll knitting pattern you really needle.

Handmade Christmas Knitted Doll Pattern | Red Dress with Gold Bows

This adorable knitted doll pattern is perfect for creating a handmade Christmas themed doll. This downloadable knitting pattern includes step-by-step instructions to create the dolly featured here, wearing a festive deep red short-sleeved dress with a flared skirt. The doll has lovely mustard yellow and gold accents, including bows on her hair, dress, and wristlets.

Her hair is styled with a matching red and gold knitted headband and a long side ponytail. Details include embroidered eyes and a sweet smile. She also wears coordinating yellow/gold shoes over white socks.

Whether you’re looking for a special Christmas gift, a cute handmade decoration, or a fun knitting project, this versatile pattern is a joy to make. Ideal for all knitters, it uses standard worsted or DK weight yarn. Perfect for making unique stocking stuffers, personalized gifts, and adding to any collection of handmade soft toys and rag dolls.

Features:

Detailed knitting instructions
Adorable doll design
Festive red dress and gold details
Charming side ponytail
Great Christmas gift idea

More Information

Needle Size	3mm Single Pointed Knitting Needles. This is the same as a UK size 11 or a US size 3
Language	English
Knitting Skills	Cast on Knit – k Purl – p Increase the number of stitches by knitting into the front and back of the same stitch – inc Decrease the number of stitches by knitting 2 stitches together – k2tog Cast off Sewing Pieces Together Inserting Toy Stuffing
Yarn Weight	This pattern uses any brand of Double Knitting yarn. Double Knitting is also known as Light Worsted, 8ply or No.3. It should be about 300 metres per 100g
Equipment	Yarn Sewing Needle
Craft	Knitting – With 2 Single Pointed Needles
Designed by	Knitting by Post Toy Knitting Pattern Designers. You Can be Confident as This Pattern Has Been Lovingly Crafted by Specialists.
Media	Instant Digital PDF Download. You can read from and carry your knitting pattern on your mobile device or print it at home yourself.
Tension	26 sts x 33 rows = 10cm x 10cm in stocking stitch with double knitting yarn
Character	Animals Christmas Decorations
Knitting Style	All pieces are knitted flat on 2 needles. They will have a seam when completed.
Colour	Grey Orange Red White

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What yarn should I use for Knitting by Post patterns?

All patterns are written for Double Knitting (DK) yarn, but any consistent yarn type will work.

We recommend acrylic yarn for durability and bright colours.

Can I use my own knitting supplies?

Yes – you only need yarn, needles, and stuffing.

We sell patterns only, so you can choose any brand of needles or haberdashery.

Can I sell items made from these patterns?

Yes – you may sell your hand finished toys at craft fairs or online. We withold the right to prevent any manufacturing processes to be used for mass production. If you aren't sure, please drop us a line here.

Where can I get help with knitting techniques?

We provide free guides on how to sew toy heads and eyes, add a nose, and read knitting patterns.

Extra support is available on our website blog.

International Languages

Download this language guide as a PDF here International Knitting Key.

🇬🇧 All our patterns are written in English. Use this key to translate our abbreviations and materials.

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English	🇩🇪 DE (German)	🇫🇷 FR (French)	🇪🇸 ES (Spanish)
1. Terminology
Cast on	Anschlagen	Monter	Montar
sts (stitches)	M (Maschen)	m (mailles)	p (puntos)
k (Knit)	re M	end.	der.
p (Purl)	li M	env.	rev.
inc (Increase – knit into front & back)	1 M zun (aus 1 M 2 str.)	augm (tricoter 2 fois la m.)	aum (tejer 2 veces el p.)
increase into every stitch	In jede Masche 1 M zunehmen (verdoppeln)	Faire une augmentation dans chaque maille	Hacer un aumento en cada punto
k2tog (Decrease)	2 M re zus	2 m ens end.	2 p jun der.
Purl 1 row	1 Reihe links stricken	Tricoter 1 rang à l'envers	Tejer 1 vuelta del revés
Next: (k1, k2tog) to end	Nächste: (1 re, 2 re zus) bis zum Ende wiederholen	Suivant : répéter (1 end, 2 ens end) jusqu'à la fin	Siguiente: repetir (1 der, 2 jun der) hasta el final
Starting with a purl row, st-st xx rows	Mit einer Rückreihe (links) beginnen, xx Reihen glatt rechts stricken	En commençant par un rang envers, tricoter xx rangs en jersey	Empezando con una vuelta del revés, tejer xx vueltas a punto jersey
Draw thread through the remaining stitches and pull tight	Faden durch die restlichen Maschen ziehen und festziehen	Passer le fil à travers les mailles restantes et serrer	Pasar el hilo por los puntos restantes y tirar fuerte para cerrar
Cast off	Abketten	Rabattre	Cerrar
2. Yarn (Garn / Laine / Lana)
Double Knitting (DK) Light Worsted, 8ply or No.3. It should be about 300 metres per 100g	Double Knitting (DK) Light Worsted, 8-fädig oder Nr. 3. Lauflänge ca. 300 Meter pro 100g	Double Knitting (DK) Light Worsted, 8ply ou N°3. Environ 300 mètres pour 100g	Double Knitting (DK) Light Worsted, 8 cabos o N.º 3. Debería tener unos 300 metros por cada 100g
Chunky Chunky is also known as Bulky, 16ply or No.5 yarn. It should be about 150 metres per 100g	Chunky Chunky ist auch bekannt als Bulky, 16-fädig oder Nr. 5 Garn. Lauflänge ca. 150 Meter pro 100g	Chunky Chunky est aussi appelé Bulky, 16ply ou fil N°5. Environ 150 mètres pour 100g	Chunky Chunky también se conoce como Bulky, 16 cabos o hilo N.º 5. Debería tener unos 150 metros por cada 100g
3. Stuffing (Füllung / Rembourrage / Relleno)
Toy Stuffing Toy Stuffing for inside. Also known as Fiberfill or Wool Stuffing	Füllwatte Füllwatte für das Innere. Auch bekannt als Bastelwatte oder Wollfüllung	Rembourrage Rembourrage pour l'intérieur. Aussi appelé Ouate de rembourrage ou Fibre	Relleno Relleno para juguetes (interior). También conocido como guata, fibra o relleno de lana
4. Needles (Nadeln / Aiguilles / Agujas)
3mm Single Pointed Knitting Needles This is the same as a UK size 11 or a US size 3	3mm Stricknadeln (Gerade) Das ist das Gleiche wie UK-Größe 11 oder US-Größe 3	Aiguilles à tricoter droites 3mm Cela équivaut à une taille UK 11 ou US 3	Agujas rectas de 3mm Esto es lo mismo que una talla UK 11 o una talla US 3
4.5mm Single Pointed Knitting Needles This is the same as a UK size 7 or a US size 7	4.5mm Stricknadeln (Gerade) Das ist das Gleiche wie UK-Größe 7 oder US-Größe 7	Aiguilles à tricoter droites 4.5mm Cela équivaut à une taille UK 7 ou US 7	Agujas rectas de 4.5mm Esto es lo mismo que una talla UK 7 o una talla US 7