50 Knitted Dolls Book

50 Knitted Dolls by Sarah Keen is a collection of fifty dolls that each measure about 6” (15 cm). The book opens with a short introduction by Sarah and then dives right into the patterns. Each pattern includes a materials list. The patterns are made with DK (US: light or #3 weight) yarn and yarn requirements are listed by color, not brand, so it’s easy to substitute. Fellow haters/fearers of double pointed needles (DPNs) will be happy to know the patterns are knit flat and seamed. Each pattern also includes the Finished Size, Tension (gauge), and reference to the Abbreviations used (including the page number). Each pattern includes instructions for making the doll, its wardrobe, and any accessories like wands or tennis rackets. Finally, the patterns include instructions for Making Up (also known as assembly).