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Who better than design superstar Nicky Epstein to create an adorable collection of crochet patterns for today's wildly popular 18-inch dolls? Epstein's 25 playful, fashion-forward garments—from hats, coats, and jackets to dresses, skirts, tops, and pants—range from classic to chic to trendy, and she gives all the basics on measuring, getting a great fit, and choosing the right yarn and needles. Nicky's outfits make up a stylish complete doll wardrobe—perfect for a special little girl's special friend!

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What do little girls and big girls both love?Dolls and fashion! Following up on her fabulous

Knits for Dolls collection, the amazingNicky Epstein brings you 25 stylish crochet

ensembles designed especially for the 18-inchdolls beloved by children everywhere.

The fashions range from casual to formal andinclude chic hats, scarves, and purses to

complete the looks. You’ll find adorable outfitsto suit any playtime scenario, including:

A rosebud-adorned princess dress,complete with a crown

�A sporty fitness set, with jacket,

capris, and visor�

A fabulous furry coat forwinter adventures

. . . And much more! These enchanting andwhimsical designs will inspire the creativity

of crocheters and the imaginations of childrenat play. Nicky even includes some of herfavorite recipes for sweet treats to share.

With this unique collection, you cancreate special keepsakes for a cherished little

girl to pass along to a little girl ofher own someday.

Crochet forDolls

Nicky Epstein

25 Fun, Fabulous Outfitsfor 18-Inch Dolls

$ 1 9 . 9 5 U S • $ 2 1 . 9 5 CANADA

One of today’s most popular and belovedcrochet and knitting designers and authors,

Nicky Epstein has gained internationalrecognition for her distinctive and innovative

work, whimsical and high-fashion senseof style, and informative workshops. She hasauthored many bestselling books, includingNicky Epstein Crocheted Flowers; Crochetingon the Edge; Knitting on the Edge; Knitting onTop of the World; Nicky Epstein The EssentialEdgings Collection; and three crochet andknit Barbie® Doll books. Her unique designs

have appeared in Vogue®Knitting and manyother publications, as well as on television

and in museums. Nicky lives inNew York City but travels extensively around

the world teaching and lecturing on theart and craft that she loves.

COVER PHOTOGRAPHYBY JACK DEUTSCH

AUTHOR PHOTOGRAPHBY ROSE CALLAHAN

COVER DES IGN BYD IANE LAMPHRON

AN IMP R I N T OFS I X TH& S P R I NGBOOKSNEW YORK

s i x t h a n d s p r i n g b o o k s . c om

Nicky at age 3 Nicky today

Create a whole new world of fun and fashion for your little girl’s favorite

dolls! The 25 fabulous outfits in this book include designs for every style

and skill level, with a wealth of creative details that are unmistakably

Nicky Epstein, including the floral embellishments for which she’s

famous. Your child will love her dolls more than ever, and so will you!

CRA F T S • C ROCHE T

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Copyright © 2013 by Nicky EpsteinPhotography by Jack Deutsch copyright© 2013 by Sixth&Spring Books

All rights reserved. No part of this publicationmay be reproduced or used in any formor by any means—graphic, electronic, ormechanical, including photocopying,recording, or information storage andretrieval systems—without written permissionof the publisher.

The written instructions, photographs,designs, projects, and patterns are intendedfor the personal, noncommercial use of theretail purchaser and are under federalcopyright laws; they are not to be reproducedin any form for commercial use. Permissionis granted to photocopy patterns for thepersonal use of the retail purchaser.

Cataloging-in-Publication datais available from the Library of Congress.

ISBN: 978-1-936096-59-6

MANUFACTURED IN CHINA

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First Edition

ED I TO R I A L D I R E C TORJOY AQUILINO

DE V E LO PMENTA LED I TO RLISA SILVERMAN

A R T D I R E C TORDIANE LAMPHRON

YA RN ED I TO RCHRISTINA BEHNKE

ED I TO R I A LA S S I S TAN T / S T Y L I S TJOHANNA LEVY

I N S T R UC T I ON SED I TO R SJO BRANDONSTEPHANIE MRSESANDI PROSSER

T ECHN I CA LI L L U S T R AT I ON SKAREN MANTHEYLISA SILVERMAN

DE S I GN / A R TP RODUC T IONDEBORAH GRISORIO

S T I L L P HOTOGRA PH YJACK DEUTSCH

P ROP S T Y L I S TDIANE LAMPHRON

V I C E P R E S I D EN TTRISHA MALCOLM

P U B L I S H E RCARRIE KILMER

P RODUC T IONMANAGE RDAVID JOINNIDES

P R E S I D EN TART JOINNIDES

CHA I RMANJAY STEIN

AN IM P R I N T O F S I X T H& S P R I NG BOOK S

1 6 1 AV ENU E OF TH E AME R I C A S , N EW YORK NY 1 0 0 1 3

S I X T HANDS P R I NGBOOK S . COM�

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To a l l t h e l i t t l e d o l l s i n m y l i f e , p a s t a n d p r e s e n t , w h o h a v e m a d em e s m i l e t h r o u g h t h e y e a r s : Ta m m y, B e a t r i c e , R o s e a n n , R a c h e l , A n n R o s e ,

S a m a n t h a , C o c o , J a c q u e l i n e , K y a , C r y s t a l , D e b r a , Tr i s t a n , M a r i o n , J a d aa n d S o f i a M a r i e ; a n d t o o n e b i g d o l l , J o B r a n d o n .

D E D I C AT I O N

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Contents

Afternoon Teapage 14

Give It a Whirlpage 23

Fit for a Fiestapage 30

Get Your Kickspage 18

Southern Bellepage 27

A Night at the Operapage 34

Introduction 10

The Crochet for DollsCollection 13

Extras andResources 117

A Little Bit of Bling 118

Sweets for the Sweet 119

Glossary & Techniques 120

Yarn Resources 123

Index 124

Acknowledgments 126

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Wildflowerpage 47

Royal Princesspage 59

Pretty as a Picturepage 75

Wrapped in Rufflespage 79

Dressed Up in Daisiespage 64

Daisy Mayspage 44

Circus of Colorpage 54

Irish Eyespage 71

Hip to Be Squarepage 39

Slip into Sleepytimepage 51

Striped Safaripage 66

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Floral Beautypage 91

Checkmatepage 101

Go-go Girlpage 104

Candy Couturepage 87

Walking on Sunshinepage 97

Arctic Angelpage 112

Cowl and Critterspage 82

Wise Owl Hatpage 84

Butterfly Hatpage 85

Meow Kitty Hatpage 86

Let It Snowpage 94

Budding Beautypage 107

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G O - G O G I R Lpage 104

A R C T I C A N G E Lpage 112

Grab BagMix and match these adorable purse designs

with your favorite outfits.

G I VE I T A W H I R Lpage 23

R O YA LP R I N C E S S

page 59

P R E T T Y A S A P I C T U R Epage 75

C I R C U S O F C O L O Rpage 54

WA L KI N G O N S U N S H I N Epage 97

C H E C KM AT Epage 101

C A N D YC O U T U R E

page 87

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�Over the years, whenever I’ve released a new

knitting book, I’ve heard crocheters say “I wish this werea crochet book”—even though I have written a few.

Well, crocheters . . . I’ve got you covered!When I created Nicky Epstein Knits For Dolls, I also designed 25 exclusive crochet

pieces for 18-inch dolls, which I hope the single-needle crowd will love.

I love dolls—who doesn’t—and have always found great joy knitting

and crocheting for them. Now that 18-inch dolls are soaring in popularity, they

need great-looking fashions, and I’ve designed for the dolls as I would for

the little girls (and big girls) who cherish them.

The garments in this book range from casual to high style and are easy

and fun, whether you’re crocheting for your dolls or for a special

“little one” with whom you might share the experience.

Although I am a better knitter than a crocheter, I love crochet and enjoyed

designing these pieces, as I hope you will enjoy making them.

The bulk of the designs were crocheted by my dear friend and fantastic crocheter

Jo Brandon. She always says, “If I can make them, anyone can.”

I hope Crochet for Dolls reassures crocheters everywhere that I have not

forgotten you, and that we belong to a special sisterhood (or brotherhood),

whether we use one needle or two. Happy crocheting!

N I C K Y E P S T E I N

Introduction

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�The Crochetfor Dolls

Collection

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Afternoon TeaDainty scalloped petals on the skirt and sleevesmake a ladylike dress perfect for a tea party.

MAT E R I A L S

• 1 .35oz/10g ball (each approx77yd/70m) of Presencia Finca Perlé8 (cotton) each in #599 pale blue(A), #387 light blue (B),#197 blue (C), #547 dark blue (D),and #900 blanco (E)

• Size B/1 (2.25mm) hook OR SIZETO OBTAIN GAUGE

• 3 buttons, "/1cm diameter

• Stitch markers

GAUG E

6 scallops and 12 scalloprows = 4"/10cm over layeredscallop pat using size B/1(2.25mm) hook.Take time to check gauge.

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BOD I C E PAT T E R N S T I T C H

ROW 1 Dc in 2nd ch from hook,*sc in next ch, dc in next ch; repfrom * across.ROW 2 Sc in dc, dc in eachsc across.Rep row 2 for bodice pat st.

NO T E S

1 ) Skirt of dress is worked in onepiece from waist to lower hem.2 ) Bodice of dress is worked inone piece from waist to shoulder.

S K I R T

B A S EWith A, ch 76.ROW 1 Dc in 2nd ch fromhook and in each ch to end,turn—75 sts.ROW 2 Ch 1, 1 sc in each dc toend, turn.

B E G S C A L L O P PAT T E R NWork rows 1–14 of layeredscallop pattern in each color:A, B, C, D, end final row withrow 2. Fasten off.

L AY E R E D S C A L L O P

PAT T E R N

First row of scallops:ROW 1 *Ch 5, sk next 4 sts, sl stin next st; rep from * to end, turn.ROW 2 Ch 1, *[1 sc, 2 hdc, 3 dc,ch 1, 3dc, 2 hdc, 1 sc] in nextch-5 sp; rep from * to end, turn.Continued base:ROW 3 Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), dcin next sc of base row 2 and ineach sc to end, turn.ROW 4 Ch 1, sc in 1st dc andeach dc to end, turn.2nd row of scallops:Rep rows 1 and 2 of first row ofscallops.Continued base:ROW 5 Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), dcin next sc of base row 4 and ineach sc to end, turn.ROW 6 Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc),dc in next dc and in each dc toend, turn.ROW 7 Ch 1, sc in 1st dc andeach dc to end. Fasten off.3rd and 4th row of scallops:With WS facing, attach yarn toright-hand edge of foundation ch(so all scallops are RS facing).ROW S 8 – 1 4 Rep rows 1–7 oncemore. Fasten off.

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Get Your KicksA brightly striped playset with jacket, capri pants,and visor has her ready to take the field in style.

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J A C K E T B A C K

With size D/3 (3.25mm) hook andB, ch 31.ROW 1 Hdc in 2nd ch from hookand in each ch across, turn—30 sts.ROW S 2 – 1 3 Ch 2, hdc in eachhdc to end of row, turn.

A R M H O L E S H A P I N GROW 1 4 Ch 2, hdc2tog, hdc ineach st to last 2 hdc, hdc2tog,turn.Rep last row 4 times more—20 sts.

R I G H T N E C K A N DS H O U L D E R S H A P I N GROW 1 9 Ch 2, hdc in next 4hdc, turn.Rep last row 3 times more.ROW 2 3 Sl st across first 4 hdcand across neck edge to last 4 hdc,hdc in each of last 4 hdc, turn.

L E F T N E C K A N DS H O U L D E R S H A P I N GROW 2 4 Ch 2, hdc in next 4hdc, turn.Rep last row twice more. Fasten off.

L E F T F R ON T

With size D/3 (3.25mm) hook andB, ch 17.Work following chart 1 in hdc,using B and A as directed fordiagonal pattern.

MAT E R I A L S

• 1 1¾oz/50g ball (each approx181yd/165m) of GrignascoChampagne (merino/silk)each in #308 gray (A) and#3905 yellow (B)

• One each sizes C/2 (2.75mm)and D/3 (3.25mm) hooks OR SIZETO OBTAIN GAUGE

• Approx 6"/15cm of flexible wire(for visor)

• One small snap

• One 4"/10cm separating zipper

• Thread and sewing needle(for zipper)

GAUG E

20 sts and 24 rows = 4"/10cmusing size D/3 (3.25mm) hook.Take time to check gauge.

S T I T C H G LO S S A R Y

B P T R ( B A C K PO S T T R E B L E

C RO CH E T ) Yo 2 times, insert hookfrom back to front around the postof the corresponding stitch below,yarn over and pull up loop,[yarn over, draw through two loopson hook] 3 times.

R I G H T F RON T

Work the same as left side, usingchart 2.Sew jacket fronts to jacket backat shoulders.

S L E E V E S

With size D/3 (3.25mm) hook andB, attach yarn at start of armholeon right front, ch 1, work 13 hdcalong front armhole edge toshoulder, work 2 hdc at shoulder,work 13 hdc along back armholeedge, turn—28 hdc.ROW 1 Ch 2, hdc2tog, hdc ineach st to last 2 sts, hdc2tog, turn.ROW 2 Ch 2, hdc in each st toend of row, turn.Rep last 2 rows 4 times more—18 sts.ROW S 1 1 – 1 4 Ch 2, hdc in eachst to end of row, turn. Fasten off.Rep for left sleeve.

F I N I S H I N G

With RS tog, sew sleeve and sideseams. With size D/3 (3.25mm)hook, attach A with a sl st tosleeve seam at lower edge. Work1 row rev sc around each cuffedge. Fasten off.

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V E S T

Ch 6, join with a sl st to for m ring.R N D 1 Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc),work 17 dc in ring, join with sl stto top of beg ch-3—18 sts.R N D 2 Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), dcin next 2 dc, [ch 5, 1 dc in next 3dc] 5 times, ch 5, join with a sl stto top of beg ch-3.R N D 3 Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc),1 dc in next 2 dc, [ch 5, sl st innext ch-5 sp, ch 5, dc in next 3 dc]5 times, ch 5, sl st in next ch-5 sp,ch 5, join with a sl st to top ofbeg ch-3.R N D 4 Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), 1dc in next 2 dc, [(ch 5, sl st innext ch-5 sp) twice, ch 5, 1 dc innext 3 dc] 5 times, [ch 5, sl st innext ch-5 sp] twice, ch 5, joinwith a sl st to top of beg ch-3.R N D 5 Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc),5 dc in next dc, 1 dc in next dc,sl st in next ch-5 sp, [ch 5, sl st innext ch-5 sp] twice, dc in nextdc, [5 dc in next dc, dc in nextdc] 5 times, [sl st in next ch-5 sp,ch 5] twice, join with a sl st to topof beg ch-3.R N D 6 Ch 4 (counts as 1 dc, ch1), 1 dc in next dc, [ch 1, dc innext dc] 5 times, *ch 10 (forar mholes), sk next 2 ch-5 spaces,sl st in next dc, 1 dc in same dc,[ch 1, 1 dc in next dc] 6 times,**ch 5, sl st in next ch-5 sp, ch 5,dc in next dc, [ch 1, dc in next

Southern BelleA vest constructed in a simple cir cle makes a bold

but feminine statement worthy of Scarlett O’Hara.

M AT E R I A L S

• 1 1¾oz/50gr ball (each136yd/125m) of Trendsetter Yar nsMerino VI (superwash merino) in#2029 wine

• Size E/4 (3.5mm) hook OR SIZE TOOBTAIN GAUGE

• 3 ⁄ 8 "/10mm-wide ribbon,10"/25.5cm long

G A U G E

24 sts and 12 rows = 4"/10cm overdc using size E/4 (3.5mm) hook.Take time to check gauge.

S T I T C H G L O S S A R Y

C R O S S S T I T C H Yo twice, inserthook in first dc, yo and drawthrough 2 loops on hook (3 loopsremain on hook), yo, insert hook innext dc. Yo and draw through, yoand draw through 2 loops on hook4 times, ch 2, yo, insert hookthrough middle of cross stitch andcomplete dc. The next cross stitchwill begin in the same st where 2nddc ended.

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dc] 6 times, rep from * oncemore, then rep from ** once, ch 5,sl st in ch-5 space, ch 5, join witha sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch-4.R N D 7 Ch 5 (counts as 1 dc, ch2), 1 dc in next ch-1 sp, [ch 2, 1dc in next ch-1 sp] 5 times, ch 5,sl st in ch-10 sp, ch 5, *1 dc innext dc, [ch 2, 1 dc in next ch-1sp] 6 times, sl st in next ch-5 sp,ch 5, sl st in next ch-5 sp**, 1 dc innext dc, [ch 2, 1 dc in next ch-1sp] 6 times, ch 5, sl st in ch-10 sp,ch 5; rep from * to ** 3 timesmore, join with a sl st in 3rd ch ofbeg ch-5.R N D 8 Ch 4 (counts as 1 dc, ch1), starting with first dc *[cross st

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S T I T C H G L O S S A R Y

B E G T C ( B E G T R C L U S T E R )

[Yo twice, insert hook intodesignated st, yo and draw up alp, (yo and draw through 2 lpson hook) twice] twice, yo anddraw through all 3 lps on hook.T C ( T R C L U S T E R ) [Yo twice,insert hook into designated st, yoand draw up a lp, (yo and drawthrough 2 lps on hook) twice] 3times, yo and draw through all 4lps on hook.

Royal PrincessA gown and a crown are all a girl needs to feel like a princess.

Dainty rosebuds dot the skirt and matching purse.

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F P T R ( F R O N T P O S T T R ) Yo,insert hook from front to back tofront around post of designated stand draw up a lp, [yo and drawthrough 2 lps] 3 times.B P T R ( B A C K P O S T T R ) Yo,insert hook from back to front toback around post of designatedst and draw up a lp, [yo anddraw through 2 lps] 3 times.

N O T E S

1 ) Dress yoke is worked backand forth in rows, from theneckline down, in one piece,leaving side edges open forcenter back closure.2 ) Dress top is worked by pickingup sts along waist of skirt and isthen slip stitched to bottom ofyoke, leaving openings forsleeves.3 ) Skirt is worked back and forthin rows from waist to hem in onepiece, leaving side edges openfor center back closure andseam.

D R E S S

Y O K EN O T E String 150 beads ontothread A before beginningdress top.With A, ch 73.

M AT E R I A L S

• 2 2oz/57g balls (each approx300yd/274m) of Aunt Lydia’sBamboo Crochet Thread 10(bamboo) in #275 coral (A)

• 1 ball (each approx 100yd/91m)of Red Heart Fashion CrochetThread 5 (cotton/metallic) in #410Ssilver/silver (B)

• One each sizes B/1 (2.25mm) andD/3 (3.25mm) hook OR SIZE TOOBTAIN GAUGE

• One package Deanna’s VintageStyles beads, or other size 6 beads(approx 1,000)

• One large bead (for crown)

• 3 small snaps

G A U G E

20 sts and 14 rows = 4"/10cm overFPtr and BPtr using size B/1(2.25mm) hook.Take time to check gauge.

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A C C E S S O R I E S A N D B A G S

Arctic Angel, 115 (bag)

Candy Couture, 90 (bag)

Checkmate, 103 (clutch)

Circus of Color, 59 (bag)

Cowl and Critters, 82–83 (cowl)

Give It a Whirl, 25 (purse)

Go-go Girl, 106 (purse)

Pretty as a Picture, 78 (purse)

Royal Princess, 62 (purse)

Slip into Sleepytime, 53 (slippers)

Walking on Sunshine, 100

(clutch)

Wildflower, 47–49 (scarf, mittens)

Project IndexB O T T O M S

Budding Beauty, 109–110 (skirt)

Fit for a Fiesta, 30 (skirt)

Get Your Kicks, 20 (pants)

Hip to Be Square, 42–43 (fabric

skirt)

Pretty as a Picture, 75–77 (skirt)

Walking on Sunshine, 100(pants)

D É C O R

Daisy Mays, 44–45 (flowers)

Striped Safari, 66–70 (afghan)

D R E S S E S

Afternoon Tea, 14–17

Checkmate, 101–103

Circus of Color, 54–58

Dressed Up in Daisies, 64–65

Give It a Whirl, 22–25

Let It Snow, 94–96

Night at the Opera, A, 34–38

Royal Princess, 59–62

Wrapped in Ruffles, 79–81

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�H AT S A N D H E A D P I E C E S

Budding Beauty, 110 (hat)

Candy Couture, 90 (hat)

Cowl and Critters, 82–86 (3 hats)

Floral Beauty, 92 (hat)

Get Your Kicks, 20 (visor)

Go-go Girl, 106 (hat)

Hip to Be Square, 42–43

(bandana)

Irish Eyes, 74 (hat)

Let It Snow, 96 (headband)

Royal Princess, 61–62 (crown)

Wildflower, 47–49 (hat)

J A C KE T S , S H AW L S ,

A N D R O B E S

Arctic Angel, 114–115 (coat)

Candy Couture, 87–90 (jacket)

Fit for a Fiesta, 33 (shawl)

Floral Beauty, 91–92 (poncho)

Get Your Kicks, 18–21 (jacket)

Give It a Whirl, 25 (jacket)

Irish Eyes, 71–74 (coat)

Night at the Opera, A 34–38

(shawl),

Slip into Sleepytime, 51–53(robe)

T O P S A N D VE S T S

Budding Beauty, 107–110

Go-go Girl, 104

Hip to Be Square, 39–43

Southern Belle, 27–29

Pretty as a Picture, 75–77

Walking on Sunshine, 97–100

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�O T H E R C R O C H E TA N D K N I T T I N GB O O K S B YN I C K Y E P S T E I N

Cover Up withNicky Epstein

Crocheting on the Edge

Knitting a Kiss inEvery Stitch

Knitting Beyondthe Edge

Knitting on the Edge

Knitting Over the Edge

Knitting NeverFelt Better

Nicky EpsteinCrocheted Flowers

Nicky EpsteinKints for Dolls

Nicky EpsteinKnitted Flowers

Nicky Epstein Knittingin Tuscany

Nicky Epstein Knittingon Top of the World

Nicky EpsteinThe Essential EdgingsCollection

Nicky Epstein’sSignature Scarves

sixthandspringbooks.com

an imprint of

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�Let’s go out and show off our new looks!

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What do little girls and big girls both love?Dolls and fashion! Following up on her fabulous

Knits for Dolls collection, the amazingNicky Epstein brings you 25 stylish crochet

ensembles designed especially for the 18-inchdolls beloved by children everywhere.

The fashions range from casual to formal andinclude chic hats, scarves, and purses to

complete the looks. You’ll find adorable outfitsto suit any playtime scenario, including:

A rosebud-adorned princess dress,complete with a crown

�A sporty fitness set, with jacket,

capris, and visor�

A fabulous furry coat forwinter adventures

. . . And much more! These enchanting andwhimsical designs will inspire the creativity

of crocheters and the imaginations of childrenat play. Nicky even includes some of herfavorite recipes for sweet treats to share.

With this unique collection, you cancreate special keepsakes for a cherished little

girl to pass along to a little girl ofher own someday.

Crochet forDolls

Nicky Epstein

25 Fun, Fabulous Outfitsfor 18-Inch Dolls

$ 1 9 . 9 5 U S • $ 2 1 . 9 5 CANADA

One of today’s most popular and belovedcrochet and knitting designers and authors,

Nicky Epstein has gained internationalrecognition for her distinctive and innovative

work, whimsical and high-fashion senseof style, and informative workshops. She hasauthored many bestselling books, includingNicky Epstein Crocheted Flowers; Crochetingon the Edge; Knitting on the Edge; Knitting onTop of the World; Nicky Epstein The EssentialEdgings Collection; and three crochet andknit Barbie® Doll books. Her unique designs

have appeared in Vogue®Knitting and manyother publications, as well as on television

and in museums. Nicky lives inNew York City but travels extensively around

the world teaching and lecturing on theart and craft that she loves.

COVER PHOTOGRAPHYBY JACK DEUTSCH

AUTHOR PHOTOGRAPHBY ROSE CALLAHAN

COVER DES IGN BYD IANE LAMPHRON

AN IMP R I N T OFS I X TH& S P R I NGBOOKSNEW YORK

s i x t h a n d s p r i n g b o o k s . c om

Nicky at age 3 Nicky today

Create a whole new world of fun and fashion for your little girl’s favorite

dolls! The 25 fabulous outfits in this book include designs for every style

and skill level, with a wealth of creative details that are unmistakably

Nicky Epstein, including the floral embellishments for which she’s

famous. Your child will love her dolls more than ever, and so will you!

CRA F T S • C ROCHE T

Nicky EpsteinCrochet for

Dolls Crochet forDolls25 Fun,FabulousOutfits for 18-InchDolls

Nicky Epstein

NIC

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$19.95 US • $21.95 CANADA

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