You will use the looping technique w/ tasseling (explained in neck piece below or in video posted in technique) for only 1 cluster for as much hair as you want your Grinch doll to have. Incorporate 1 or 2 black strands of yarn for a bit of contrast
FO – Leave approximately 24” of tail for hair & work off
You will use the looping technique w/ tasseling (explained in neck piece below or in video posted in technique) for only 1 cluster for as much hair as you want your Grinch doll to have. Incorporate 1 or 2 black strands of yarn for a bit of contrast
Arms (Make 2) (Switch to G Hook) (Using green yarn)
(Optional Note on Arms: I stitched the arms right onto the Grinch body. You can sew them on separately at the end, but if you wish to do what I did, I determined placement for the arms, I went into a stitch on the body and through, yarn over, pull through, chain, then to the next stitch in my circle, I did the same, and so on until I had a total of 6 stitches in a circle, all attached to the body with which to sc my stitches into- you can just eyeball it, you don’t have to get mathematical with it, as long as you have 6 sc in a circle when you’ve finished. (I may create a video for this), then I continued to build my arms up from there. This is a little more cumbersome, but it makes the arms a seamless part of your pattern. You can do the same with the legs if you wish but that might be tough as they are so much closer together.)
- MC, 6 sc into circle (6)
- *INC in 1st st, 1 SC in next* Repeat ** (9)
- 1 SC in ea st around (9)
- Repeat row 3 until your arm reaches approximately 5” (give or take) without the hand. This was a total of 24 rows for me, so I will begin next row, which starts the hand, at row 27.
Start stuffing mid-way through arm then again before starting hand. My doll’s hand is not stuffed because I flattened, shaped and pinned to body for looks. This is optional.
Working into hand–
- INC into ea st around (18)
- *1 SC in next 2 st, INC in next* Repeat ** (24)
- 1 SC in ea st around (24)
- *1 SC in next 2 st, INV DEC in next* Repeat ** (18)
- INV DEC around (9)
- INV DEC 4 times, 1 SC in last st (5)
Finish off leaving approximately 20” of yarn for furry fingers =)
Use the looping technique described in both Video & the Neck Piece section below, You will only make 2 clusters for each hand.
Legs (Make 2) (G hook) (Using green yarn) (Do not join)
(See note under Arms for optional attachment of Legs to body.)
- MC, 6 SC into circle (6)
- *INC in 1st st, 1 SC into next* Repeat ** (9)
- 1 SC in ea st around (9)
- Continue working 1 SC around ea st around with a total of (9) stitches in ea row until your leg piece measures approximately 5” (give or take) without the foot. This was 24 rows for me, so I will begin the next row at 27.
Start stuffing about mid-way through leg then again, before starting foot. My dolls foot is not stuffed . That is optional.
Working into foot–
- INC into ea st around (18)
- *1 SC in nxt 2, INC in nxt* Repeat ** (24)
- 1 SC in ea st around (24)
- *1 SC in nxt 2, INV DEC in nxt* Repeat ** (18)
- 1 SC in ea st around (18)
- 1 SC in ea st around (18)
- *1 SC in nxt 4, INV DEC* Repeat (15)
- 1 SC in ea st around (15)
- *1 SC in nxt 3 st, INV DEC in nxt* Repeat ** (12)
- 1 SC in ea st around (12)
- *1 SC in nxt 2 st, INV DEC in nxt* Repeat ** (9)
- 1 SC in ea st around (9)
- 1 SC in ea st around (9)
- INV DEC 4 times, 1 SC in last st (5)
Finish off. Weave in tail (You do not need a long tail on the leg portion.)
I don’t see the directions for arms and legs either. It goes from head to comments with no page 2.
Hi Connie, if you scroll to just the bottom of where the pattern is on page one, you will see, I believe, 3 more pages for you to click on =)
I cant find it anywhere …
http://www.yarnwars.com/free-patterns-created-yarnwars/free-mr-grinch-inspired-doll-crochet-pattern/ =)
Found the pattern to be very good and easy to follow. Came out looking as pictured and happy with it. Thank you.
So glad you enjoyed it Cheryl! Thank you for your comment! ♥
Thank you so much for offering this free pattern who just love the Grinch!
My pleasure Diane! I hope you enjoy! =)
Why am I just now coming across this pattern. I love it and started on it right away. My 11 year old loves the grinch. Thank you so much for the pattern and video.
Thank you so much Tia! So happy to hear. Really appreciate your comment ♥
I have not been able to locate the rest of the pattern past the body… I don’t have anything past page 1. I need the pattern for the arms. I can try watching the you tube video. Thanks!
Hello! I’m sorry I am just getting back with you on this. There are page numbers lower down in the page to take you to another page. It should be not far above the comment section on the page. You can also download the pdf file located in the YarnWars Facebook group at: http://www.facebook.com/groups/yarnwars. =)
Hi there!
THANK you so much for the pattern!!
What color green did you use?
I believe I used an old, no longer available RedHeart.. I think it was avacado, but there are so many better greens out there! You can go with an even brighter green and get so much closer to the Grinch than I did ♥ Thank you!!
I wish there were Grinch KNITTING Patterns.
I know… I’m so sorry Cindy! If I were a better knitter, I would make a pattern for one just for you! =)
I have tried and tried to find this grinch… I’ve looked on said files. It isn’t there !” help
Hi Eva! The Grinch is both on the YarnWars website, (you can do a search for Grinch) or in the YarnWars group Files tab. Make sure you are actually in the group, http://www.facebook.com/groups/yarnwars . There are a couple of pages and it is an older pattern so you might have to click to show more. Thank you!
Hi, how much red heart super saver green yarn do you need ?
Hi there! I want to say I only used one skein if that. I hope I’m correct on that. It has been a bit since I wrote that pattern and I know I should have mentioned it before, it was one of my newbie patterns 😉 ♥
How much green yarn is needed for the grinch
I can’t find the full off pattern
Hi Linda! Full pattern is there, just multiple pages, you just need to scroll a bit down to see the page numbers. If you would like the free pdf pattern for the Grinch (without having to turn pages ;)), visit us at http://www.facebook.com/groups/yarnwars. All of YarnWars patterns are available in pdf downloadable/printable format in the group’s Files tab =)
Do you know how hard it is to get a GRINCH Knitting Pattern….
Hi Carole! I’m sorry, I don’t know… All of my patterns to date are crochet. I’m not sure to be honest if there is a Grinch knitting pattern out there… Wish I could help with this.. I would! =)
Cannot find the rest of the pattern
Hi Zeta! Please note the numbered pages at the bottom of each page. There are a few pages for the Grinch. You can download and print a pdf of this pattern in our Facebook group at: http://www.facebook.com/groups/yarnwars Thanks!
Anyone have an issue with his neck being floppy? He is turning out so cute but after messing around with the doll so much , his neck is not supportive at all and I am trying to figure out a way to semi fix this on a doll that’s completed. The next one I plan to put rolled canvas in the neck I think
Hi Hope! I address his floppy neck in the video 😉
Do you make the single crochet base for the hair as well or just make the tassels on the head?
Just the tassels =)
Could you send me a email of the pattern so I can download it too? Thank you for this awesome pattern! Cynkris2002@yahoo.com
I love the grinch! Thank you for the pattern. I am making mine using size 10 thread. Can’t wait till its done!
Awesome Beth! Would love to see him when you finish! ????
I love your grinch pattern. I’ve made one and now have to make one for all three of my daughter’s.
Hahaha! Thanks so much Karen! I’m sorry for the extra workload lol… but so happy you love it! =D ♥
I am Getting ready to make one. I will be making it smaller to go with my Elf on the shelf. Thank you so much.
Oh how fun! I hope it turned out awesome! Happy New Year! =D
Can you send me a email of the pattern so i can download it
Sent =)
Thank you for this adorable pattern, my eldest son (47) loves the Grinch!!
You’re so welcome! Thanks so much for your interest in my pattern Gramz! ????
Your arms and legs are 5″ you say about 24 rows slot of us will use 24 then you start the hands and feet at 27 why not at 25
It may be a misprint Debby.. when I get back on my computer I will check and adjust if needed. Thanks so much for bringing that to my attention! ????
Help! I love your pattern but I can’t find page two, with the legs and arms anywhere. Please help I want to make this for this Christmas. Thank you so much.
Never mind, finally found it. Thank you .
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I know you stated that you found it in your follow up, but for those struggling to find the next sections, there should be numbers just below where the pattern on a page ends indicating next page =) Thanks for your kind feedback Peggy!
This pattern is adorable! Thank you! I can’t wait to make it
Thanks so much Gloria! I love Mr. Grinch and I’m about to start on my 4th =)
I don’t understand how to make the hair, fingers and toes. Can you help me?
Hi Candace! I have a full video tutorial for this project.. if you skip to approximately 34 minutes in the video located here: https://youtu.be/Es6vUS0LMaA you will see how I do the hands and feet. The hair is the same fashion only with less yarn which should be towards the end of the video I believe. Have a great day!
Grinch – is row 4 of the body sc or hdc? Curious since all other stitches in body are hdc.
Thanks
Sandy
Thank you for pointing that out Sandy! Yes, that should be hdc ???? I’ll get in and change that now. Thanks so much and have a wonderful day!
where is the pattern for the arms, legs and feet? am i missing somethiing? i am new to patterns but i can not find them
Keresa, the pattern is all there, it could be that you need to click on a different page for it. The pattern is not all on one page as it was pretty long. Thanks!
Thank you. I will try.