Cuddle Baby Ragdoll Lovey · Amigurumi Crochet Pattern

I've been designing quite a few animal ragdoll loveys (yes, I'm kind obsessed). So far, I have a Bunny, Elephant, Dragon, and Bat.  This time, from popular demand, I have made not one but TWO baby dolls designs!  (And get this...they're completely no-sew!)

The Cuddle Baby is a ragdoll lovey that has a flat body, mimicking a security blanket for babies, toddlers, and young children.  It's a sweet gift that works up completely in one piece, meaning there's no sewing at all! 

This design comes with a few different customization options for LOTS of combinations!  You can choose from...

It's the ultimate mix-and-match pattern!  The sleeve lengths include a long and a shorter option.  The body shapes include a pajama-looking baby with legs, and a swaddled-up newborn in a knotted swaddle blanket.  For edging, you can choose to add a lacy edging (which gives a feminine touch), or a straight edging for a neat and unisex look. 

You can also add on an optional bonnet to keep your baby doll's head nice and warm.

Oh, and... look at that adorable swaddle-knot! 

This adorable design is easy and works up quickly with super bulky yarn and a large, 5mm hook.  It looks great with blanket yarn, polyester, chenille, or velvet yarn, though you can use other types of fibers too!  The sample was created with Hobbii's Honey Bunny Yarn, perfect for a soft and cuddly toy. 

If you'd like, another good substitute is Baby Snuggle Yarn, which I do use interchangeably with the Honey Bunny!  They are both so similar in texture and feel. Check out my Baby Snuggle Yarn Review for more information about that yarn!

Customization is easy with this pattern.  You can use different yarn colors, and the design itself is unisex and gender neutral, suitable for both boys and girls.  Kids will adore snuggling up to this sweet doll!

It makes an eye-catching craft fair product, as well as a birthday gift, holiday gift, baby shower gift for expecting moms, or for newborn and infant children.  

I made the green doll for my daughter (green is her favorite color) when she was entering her new daycare.  The doll helped lessen the anxiety of her transition!  She loves her little baby and naps with him at school.  It's her new security toy! 

Its size is quite standard for a lovey.  Depending on the body shape you choose, your doll will measure approximately13-14 inches (33-35.5 cm) from head to toe. 

If you'd like an even larger lovey, check out my Cuddle Buddy lovey pattern (link to be added)! It's a BIG version of the pajama baby, and shaping for the feet! 

The level for this project is suitable for a familiar beginner or a familiar beginner or intermediate crocheter, as it involves familiarity with the stitches below, changing yarn colors, and attaching yarn.

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