Chairman Mao by Carol Meldrum

Chairman Mao

Knitting
October 2007
DK (11 wpi) ?
26 stitches and 32 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette stitch using size US3 needle
US 6 - 4.0 mm
US 3 - 3.25 mm
400 - 500 yards (366 - 457 m)
10.5" (26cm)
English

Doll is knit using Basic Doll pattern on page 18. Gauge given is for working doll body in stockinette stitch using US3 needles.

Additional Materials (doll):

  • Scraps of black yarn or embroidery thread for face.
  • Polyester fiberfill stuffing.

Materials for Outfit (sewn):

  • Piece of thick khaki cotton or old pair of army pants - 1yd (100cm).
  • Square red nylon felt - 8 3/4 x 8 3/4 in (22 x 22cm).
  • Three hook and eyes.
  • Sewing thread in black and red.
  • Sewing needle and thread, straight pins, fabric scissors.