Voodoo dolls have long been associated with practices of black magic and witchcraft. They are often used as a form of sympathetic magic, where the doll is created to represent a person and then manipulated in order to influence that person's thoughts or actions. The creation of a voodoo doll involves several sewing techniques that are important to understand in order to create an effective and powerful doll. The first step in creating a voodoo doll is to select the fabric. It is best to choose a fabric that is durable and will hold up well to the manipulation it will undergo. A heavy-weight fabric such as felt or cotton twill is a good choice.
Wishing you all lots of fun making your little voodoo dolls. Hope they bring you lots of joy! And remember to go easy on them when using pins as voodoo dolls have feelings too 😀
Body with the opening n front if you decide to make one has part with 10 rows instead of continuous rounds , that will be indicated under open body part of the pattern given below. Rnd 8 sc 3, inc; rep 6 times 30 sts Rnd 9 sc 4, inc; rep 6 times 36 sts Rnds 10 12 sc around 36 sts Stuff the body firmly and continue stuffing as you go.
A heavy-weight fabric such as felt or cotton twill is a good choice. The fabric should also be a color that is appropriate for the purpose of the doll. For example, if the doll is to be used for healing, a blue or green fabric would be appropriate, while a red or black fabric would be more fitting for a doll intended for harm.
Owie the Voodoo Doll – Free Amigurumi Pattern
Halloween is just around the corner which means spooky bits and bobs are out and about! While we’re not big on Halloween here, I thought I’d also get into the spooky crafting spirit – no pun intended 😛 . Anyway, meet Owie, the Voodoo Doll pin cushion! Isn’t he adorable? I know, too cute that you almost feel bad sticking pins into him.
He is super duper easy to make. You can embroider the stitches wherever you like and use whatever colour you like.
Follow the pattern below to make your own Owie the Voodoo Doll. Printable pdf version –> Owie The Voodoo Doll Amigurumi Pattern HYY.
You will need:
- 3.5mm crochet hook
- 8ply (DK/Light worsted) acrylic yarn ball in green (or colour of your choice)
- small amount of dark brown yarn
- 1 small and 1 big plastic safety eyes
- toy stuffing
- yarn needle
- scissors
- stitch marker (optional)
Abbreviations (US Terminology):
Rnd – round
sc – single crochet
hdc – half double crochet
st / sts – stitch / stitches
inc – increase (2 sc in one stitch)
dec – single crochet decrease (sc 2 together)
rep – repeat
Skill Level: Easy/Beginner
**Pattern notes**
- You’ll need to know how to make a magic ring/circle.
- You will be crocheting in spirals.
- Invisible decrease technique was used for this pattern – if you’re not familiar with this decrease, a regular single crochet decrease is perfectly fine to do.
- Finished doll measures 15cm (6in) tall.
TIP:
- Use 2 different size buttons if you don’t have plastic safety eyes.
- Make Owie into a keyring by using a smaller hook (2.5mm or 3mm).
HEAD
Rnd 1: work 6 sc in magic ring (6 sts)
Rnd 2: inc in each st around (12 sts)
Rnd 3: sc 1, inc; rep 6 times (18 sts)
Rnd 4: sc 2, inc; rep 6 times (24 sts
Rnd 5: sc 3, inc; rep 6 times (30 sts)
Rnd 6: sc around (30 sts)
Rnd 7: sc 4, inc; rep 6 times (36 sts)
Rnd 8: sc 5, inc; rep 6 times (42 sts)
Rnds 9 – 16: sc around (42 sts)
Attach eyes between Rounds 12 & 13, 6 stitches apart. Stuff the head firmly and continue stuffing as you go.
Rnd 17: sc 5, dec; rep 6 times (36 sts)
Rnd 18: sc 4, dec; rep 6 times (30 sts)
Rnd 19: sc 3, dec; rep 6 times (24 sts)
Rnd 20: sc 2, dec; rep 6 times (18 sts)
Rnd 21: sc 1, dec; rep 6 times (12 sts)
Fasten off. Weave in and hide yarn tail.
1 ST LEG
Rnd 1: work 6 sc in magic ring (6 sts)
Rnd 2: inc in each st around (12 sts)
Rnds 3 – 6: sc around (12 sts)
Fasten off and leave a short tail for sewing.
2 ND LEG AND BODY
Rnd 1: work 6 sc in magic ring (6 sts)
Rnd 2: inc in each st around (12 sts)
Rnds 3 – 6: sc around (12 sts)
Next, join both legs.
Rnd 7: sc around 1 st leg [12 sts]. Sc around 2 nd leg [12 sts] (24 sts)
Stuff the legs firmly.
Rnd 8: sc 3, inc; rep 6 times (30 sts)
Rnd 9: sc 4, inc; rep 6 times (36 sts)
Rnds 10 – 12: sc around (36 sts)
Stuff the body firmly and continue stuffing as you go.
Rnd 13: sc 4, dec; rep 6 times (30 sts)
Rnd 14: sc around (30 sts)
Rnd 15: sc 3, dec; rep 6 times (24 sts)
Rnd 16: sc around (24 sts)
Rnd 17: sc 2, dec; rep 6 times (18 sts)
Rnd 18: sc around (18 sts)
Rnd 19: sc 1, dec; rep 6 times (12 sts)
Rnd 20: sc 8, hdc 4 (12 sts)
Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing.
ARM [MAKE 2]
Rnd 1: work 5 sc in magic ring (5 sts)
Rnd 2: inc in each st around (10 sts)
Rnds 3 – 5: sc around (10 sts)
Rnd 6: sc 3, dec; rep 2 times (8 sts)
Rnds 7 – 8: sc around (8 sts)
You can lightly stuff the arms or leave it un-stuffed. Flatten the opening of the arms then single crochet over the opening (crochet the two edges together). Fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing.
ASSEMBLY
- Sew the head to the neck of the body using the leftover yarn tail from the body. Add more stuffing if needed. The head will naturally tilt to the side due to the height of the hdc stitches.
- Sew the arms to the sides of the body, between Rounds 19 & 20, 4 stitches apart at the front.
- Use the yarn tail from the 1 st leg to sew the gap close between the legs.
- Loop a few strands of dark brown yarn through Round 3 of the head. Trim to preferred length.
- Give this little voodoo doll some stitches! Use dark brown yarn to embroider stitches on the head, the front of the body and the top of each leg.
All done! I hope you enjoyed making Owie the Voodoo Doll! I would love to see your finished amigurumi – share on Instagram using #helloyellowyarn or tag me @maryjcarlos. You can share it on my Facebook page too!
Happy crocheting!
MJ
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Once the fabric has been selected, it is time to cut out the doll shape. This can be done by drawing the shape directly onto the fabric or by using a pattern. It is important to be precise in cutting out the shape, as any uneven edges may affect the energy and power of the doll. After the doll shape has been cut out, it is time to sew the pieces together. There are several techniques that can be used, depending on the desired outcome. For example, a simple running stitch may be used for a healing doll, while a cross stitch or whipstitch may be used for a doll intended for harm. The choice of thread color is also important, as it can help to enhance the intended purpose of the doll. Once the pieces are sewn together, it is time to stuff the doll. Traditionally, materials such as cotton or herbs may be used for stuffing. The stuffing should be firm enough to hold its shape, but not so firm that it is uncomfortable to handle. It is important to ensure that the stuffing is distributed evenly throughout the doll. Finally, the doll can be embellished as desired. This may include adding hair made from thread or yarn, sewing on buttons or beads for eyes, or adding other personal touches. These embellishments can help to further personalize and enhance the power of the doll. In summary, creating a voodoo doll involves several sewing techniques that are important to understand in order to create an effective and powerful doll. These techniques include selecting the appropriate fabric, cutting out the doll shape accurately, sewing the pieces together using the appropriate stitch technique, stuffing the doll evenly, and adding embellishments as desired. By following these techniques, one can create a voodoo doll that is not only visually striking, but also possesses the necessary power and energy to achieve its intended purpose..
Reviews for "Experimenting with Unconventional Materials in Voodoo Doll Sewing"
1. Alexa - 2/5 - I was really excited to learn about voodoo doll sewing techniques, but this book was a huge disappointment. The instructions were confusing and hard to follow, and the pictures provided were not clear enough to understand the steps. I ended up wasting my time and materials trying to figure out how to sew the dolls correctly. I would not recommend this book to anyone looking to learn about voodoo doll sewing techniques.
2. Mark - 1/5 - This book was a complete waste of money. The author assumes that the readers have prior knowledge of sewing, which is not the case for beginners like me. The instructions were unclear, and it felt like the author was skipping important steps in the sewing process. I struggled to even understand how to thread the needle properly. Save your money and look for another resource if you are a beginner in sewing like me.
3. Emily - 2/5 - As someone who enjoys sewing and crafts, I was excited to try my hand at voodoo doll sewing techniques. However, this book fell short of my expectations. The instructions lacked detail and precision, making it difficult to create the desired voodoo dolls. Additionally, the book did not offer any creative ideas or unique designs to make the process more enjoyable. I would recommend looking for other resources that provide more comprehensive instructions and inspiration for voodoo doll sewing techniques.
4. Mike - 3/5 - While the book provided some basic information on voodoo doll sewing techniques, I found it to be lacking in depth and detail. The instructions were too simplified and did not offer any advanced tips or techniques. I was hoping to learn more intricate sewing patterns or alternative methods, but this book only covered the basics. If you are a beginner looking for a simple introduction, this book might be suitable for you. However, if you are looking to enhance your skills or learn something new, I suggest seeking other resources.