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About Waldorf Dolls:
Waldorf dolls have simple features, are made of natural materials and stuffed with wool that warms up when being held.
Little boys and girls enjoy sharing their daily experiences with a favorite doll. A doll with unfixed features can easily be "ensouled" by the child making it happy, sad, excited or scared depending on the mood of the moment, giving the child the opportunity to express and experience feelings.
When we adults model loving care of babies and dolls our children imitate us and will treat these special dolls with loving care, too.
Waldorf Dollmaking with Joy Chambers ~ DVD
Joy shares her doll making techniques in this comprehensive DVD. Follow along in the comfort of your home while making a doll head using the Copper Head Frames gauge, stuffing the body with Joy's Stuffing Tool, hand sewing from knot making to the invisible stitch, facial embroidery and wig attachment. Joy will also show you how to crochet her doll wigs from mohair tuft to the long, Multi-styling wigs! Learn how to make the 16" Honey and 10" Brother/Sister doll, the Baby Companions, the 13" Little Love and our Button-jointed dolls. Two hours plus long.
6" Teeny Baby Pattern ~ Joy's Waldorf Dolls
Now you can make your big doll its very own baby, complete with a sling, a diaper, and a knit fabric bunting and hat set. Machine sewing is suggested but optional.
Skill Level: Beginner (Ages 10 and older)
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Materials needed to make one doll:
Tools needed: Craft Thread, 3" dollmaking needles, #7 embroidery needle, #70 Schmetz universal machine needle (optional), ball head straight pins, Joy's Copper Head Frames (or tape measure), Joy's Stuffing Tool (or chopstick), rouge crayon or powder blush. Available here...
Also needed: Sewing machine (optional), scissors, cotton string, eye and mouth colored embroidery floss, thread to match hair, velour, and other fabric chosen, woven cotton fabric for sling, cotton flannel for diaper and sling liner.
6" Velour Star Child Pattern ~ Joy's Waldorf Dolls
Star Child's body is made of the softest cotton velour, which also serves as this little sweetie's clothes. For the very young to snuggle.
Skill Level: Beginner (Ages 13 and older)
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Materials needed to make one doll:
Tools needed: Craft Thread, 3" dollmaking needle, #7 embroidery needle, #70 Schmetz universal machine needle (optional), ball head straight pins, Joy's Copper Head Frames (or tape measure), Joy's Stuffing Tool (or chopstick), rouge crayon or powder blush. Available here...
Also needed: Sewing machine (optional), scissors, cotton string, eye and mouth colored embroidery floss, and thread to match the velour body fabric.
12" Bright Eyes Baby Pattern ~ Joy's Waldorf Dolls
A wonderful doll for a baby or toddler, but also appeals to children much older. The thick cotton velour body is its play suit. Just perfect for those little hands that can't change clothes yet.
Skill Level: Beginner (Ages 13 and older)
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Materials needed to make one doll:
Tools needed: Craft Thread, 5" and 3" dollmaking needles, #7 embroidery needle, #70 Schmetz universal machine needle (optional), ball head straight pins, Joy's Copper Head Frames (or tape measure), Joy's Stuffing Tool (or chopstick), rouge crayon or powder blush. Available here...
Also needed: Sewing machine (optional), scissors, cotton string, eye and mouth colored embroidery floss, thread to match the hair and velour body fabric.
10"/6" Bunting Baby Pattern ~ Joy's Waldorf Dolls
Soft cotton velour baby doll for the very young to snuggle. A wonderful first doll for a child. This pattern is well-suited for the beginner or a child to make. Having the 2 sizes, 6" and 10", gives plenty of practice in sewing and beginning doll making skills. Velour, as a rule, can be challenging to sew, either by hand or machine, but with Joy’s technique it will be a breeze.
Skill Level: Beginner (Ages 13 and older) ___________________________________________
Materials needed to make one in each size:
Tools needed: Craft Thread, 5" or 3" dollmaking needles, #7 embroidery needle, #70 Schmetz universal machine needle (optional), ball head straight pins, Joy's Copper Head Frames (or tape measure), Joy's Stuffing Tool (or chopstick), rouge crayon or powder blush. Available here...
Also needed: Sewing machine (optional), scissors, cotton string, eye and mouth colored embroidery floss, both sewing thread and embroidery floss to match the velour body fabric.
13" Little Love Doll Pattern ~ Joy's Waldorf Dolls
Little Love is the "traditional" Waldorf doll who will soon become inseparable from its Mommy or Daddy. The Little Love's body and legs are of one piece for firmness, sturdiness with flexibility. A wonderful size as a first dress-up doll that will be taken everywhere. Patterns included for doll, dress, pants, shirt and several hairstyles.
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate (Ages 13 and older)
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Materials needed to make one doll:
Tools needed: Craft Thread, 5" and 3" dollmaking needles, #7 embroidery needle, #70 Schmetz universal machine needle, ball head straight pins, Joy's Copper Head Frames (or tape measure), Joy's Stuffing Tool (or chopstick), a crochet hook for hair wig (found on Doll Hair Yarn page), rouge crayon or powder blush. Available here...
Also needed: Sewing machine, scissors, cotton string, eye and mouth colored embroidery floss, hair colored thread and materials and notions for clothes.
16" Honey Doll Pattern ~ Joy's Waldorf Dolls
This sturdy, medium sized doll has a soft, flexible body, with shapely legs and feet that can wear shoes and sneakers (no pattern). Patterns included for doll, overall, shirt, dress and several hairstyles. A good pattern for those with some dollmaking experience, but, many have done well as beginners. Joy's expert pattern directions will teach you a full range of dollmaking skills and techniques.
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate (Ages 13 and older) ___________________________________________
Materials needed to make one doll:
Tools needed: Craft Thread, 5" and 3" dollmaking needles, #7 embroidery needle, #70 Schmetz universal machine needle, ball head straight pins, Joy's Copper Head Frames (or tape measure), Joy's Stuffing Tool (or chopstick), a crochet hook for hair wig (found on Doll Hair Yarn page), rouge crayon or powder blush. Available here...
Also needed: Sewing machine, scissors, cotton string, eye and mouth colored embroidery floss, hair colored thread and materials and notions for clothes.
10" Brother/Sister Pattern ~ Joy's Waldorf Dolls
Similar in body style of the 16" Honey, but, with a more simple style of clothes for younger hands to dress. Recommended clothing fabric: velour, fleece or knit. A pattern for a brother and sister doll, top, pants, shoes and several hairstyles. A good kit for those with some dollmaking experience but, many have done well as beginners.
Skill Level: Intermediate
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Materials needed to make one doll:
Tools needed: Craft Thread, 5" and 3" dollmaking needles, #7 embroidery needle, #70 Schmetz universal machine needle, ball head straight pins, Joy's Copper Head Frames (or tape measure), Joy's Stuffing Tool (or chopstick), a crochet hook for hair wig (found on Doll Hair Yarn page), rouge crayon or powder blush. Available here...
Also needed: Sewing machine, scissors, cotton string, eye and mouth colored embroidery floss, hair colored thread and thread to match the velour body fabric.
16" Button Baby and 9" Tiny Button ~ Joy's Waldorf Dolls
16" Button Baby and 9" Tiny Button's pudgy arms and legs are button jointed allowing for different poses, the ability to sit in the center of the bed without assistance and hold some posing. This is a shapely doll with a little bum and lovely legs and feet. A pattern for both a 16" and 9" button jointed baby, footy pajamas and diaper.
This is a pattern for those with some dollmaking experience. As a rule, one can finish this doll in a short amount of time once the stringing is understood as there is less hand sewing. The doll needs to be made very firm in order to hold the stringing. Joy highly recommends the use of her Stuffing Tool to achieve this. Skill Level: Intermediate ___________________________________________
Materials needed to make one in each size:
Tools needed: Craft Thread, 5" and 3" dollmaking needles, #7 embroidery needle, #70 Schmetz universal machine needle, ball head straight pins, Joy's Copper Head Frames (or tape measure), Joy's Stuffing Tool (or chopstick), a crochet hook for hair wig (found on Doll Hair Yarn page), rouge crayon or powder blush. Available here...Also needed: Sewing machine, scissors, cotton string, buttons, eye and mouth colored embroidery floss, hair colored thread, and knit fabric and notions for the Footy Pajamas.
16" Button Child Pattern ~ Joy's Waldorf Dolls
The Button Children's slender arms and legs are button jointed allowing for different poses, the ability to sit without assistance and to stand when posed just right. This is a shapely doll with a little bum and lovely legs and feet. Patterns included for doll, overalls, shirt & blouse and full wig-making instructions.
This is a pattern for those with some dollmaking experience. As a rule, one can finish this doll in a short amount of time once the stringing is understood as there is less hand sewing. The doll needs to be made very firm in order to hold the stringing. Joy highly recommends the use of her Stuffing Tool to achieve this.
Skill Level: Intermediate ___________________________________________
Materials needed to make one doll:
Tools needed: Craft Thread, 5" and 3" dollmaking needles, #7 embroidery needle, #70 Schmetz universal machine needle, ball head straight pins, Joy's Copper Head Frames (or tape measure), Joy's Stuffing Tool (or chopstick), a crochet hook for hair wig (found on Doll Hair Yarn page), rouge crayon or powder blush. Available here...Also needed: Sewing machine, scissors, cotton string, buttons, eye and mouth colored embroidery floss, hair colored thread and materials and notions for clothes.
14" Baby Companion Pattern ~ Joy's Waldorf Dolls
The Baby Companion Doll's separate limbs are sewn together for firmness and stability. Even though it is the most difficult of Joy's patterns it is a very satisfying doll to make. If one can really curb the tendency to over-stuffing, then, all will be well. Baby Companion is a doll that can take being slept all over and dragged everywhere. It is easy to repair, so you won't be bothered as much as with a button-jointed doll. This baby will need many baths in the sink with luke-warm water! See the washing instructions at the bottom of this page. Patterns included for doll, nightgown, nightsac and diaper.
Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced ___________________________________________
Materials needed to make one doll:
Tools needed: Craft Thread, 5" and 3" dollmaking needles, #7 embroidery needle, #70 Schmetz universal machine needle, ball head straight pins, Joy's Copper Head Frames (or tape measure), Joy's Stuffing Tool (or chopstick), a crochet hook for hair wig (found on Doll Hair Yarn page), rouge crayon or powder blush. Available here...
Also needed: Sewing machine, scissors, cotton string, eye and mouth colored embroidery floss, hair colored thread and materials and notions for clothes.
16" Baby Companion Pattern ~ Joy's Waldorf Dolls
The larger version of the Baby Companion with separate limbs sewn together for firmness and stability. See above for complete description. Patterns included for doll, nightgown, nightsac and diaper.
Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced ___________________________________________
Materials needed to make one doll:
Tools needed: Craft Thread, 5" and 3" dollmaking needles, #7 embroidery needle, #70 Schmetz universal machine needle, ball head straight pins, Joy's Copper Head Frames (or tape measure), Joy's Stuffing Tool (or chopstick), a crochet hook for hair wig (found on Doll Hair Yarn page), rouge crayon or powder blush. Available here...
Also needed: Sewing machine, scissors, cotton string, eye and mouth colored embroidery floss, hair colored thread and materials and notions for clothes.
Wig Making Instructions Booklet ~ Joy's Waldorf Dolls
This collection offers step by step instructions and pictures for 11 different wig styles for 13"/14", 16" and 18" sized dolls. The cut-loop cap and one piece, Multi-Styling wig (a Joy's Waldorf Doll's original!) directions are included! Basic crochet experience is needed for the cap style and Multi-Styling wigs. Many of the longer styles may be sewn on without the use of a crocheted cap.
Although designed for Joy's Waldorf dolls, you will be inspired to adapt these patterns to any other sized soft-sculpted doll as well.
Note: Each of the doll making patterns include full wig making instructions for that particular pattern and size.
Multicultural Clothes Patterns ~ Joy's Waldorf Dolls
A wonderful selection of patterns and instructions for outfits for 13" and 16" Joy's Waldorf Dolls. Shown from left to right: Blackfoot Native American, Central American Hispanic, Okinawan Japanese, West African, and Mandarin Chinese. Beautifully representing five cultures!
13"/14"/16" Doll Clothes Patterns ~ Joy's Waldorf Dolls
Create an entire wardrobe for your doll. Included are: dress, pinafore, pantaloons, panties, shorts, shortalls, overalls, jumper, blouse, shirt, t-shirt, nightgown, diaper and pajamas- for all three sized dolls! For those with basic machine sewing and pattern usage experience.
How to clean your Waldorf Doll
Courtesy of Joy Chambers
Joy's Waldorf Dolls
To spot clean your doll you can:
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Rub soiled area with a luke-warm wet cloth and mild soap.
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Rinse with a clean wet cloth and then blot out the moisture.
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Air dry or blow with a cool hair dryer.
To wash your doll:
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You can wash your doll as you would a wool sweater with a good soak in mild soap and cool water and then spot rubbing.
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Rinse all soap out.
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Take care to reshape the doll with your hands after water is squeezed out.
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Wrap it in a towel for a bit and follow directions for drying.
Drying -depending on how wet it is:
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You may leave it to air dry or
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Use the cool setting on the hair dryer for spot drying.
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I have a sweater/sneaker rack for my clothes dryer and I place it in the dryer for as long as needed on low to no heat setting.
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