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Do I have to use a piece of cardboard?

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No, you can use other flat objects, such as books, lids, trays, etc. You can even use your hand for a tiny doll.

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Could I sew the hair on?

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Yes, of course! Make the bundle of hair first, then stitch it on to the top of the doll's head. You may also want to sew the under layers to the doll's head as well.

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How long does it take to make?

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If you know how to make it, it will only take 10 to 15 minutes.

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Can bundles of yarn be used?

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Assuming you mean different colored pieces of yarn, yes, you can absolutely use bundles of yarn.

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I made a yarn doll but it's too small. How do I increase its size?

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If no cutting was made, then you'll have to unravel the yarn and wrap it around a larger piece of cardboard (that is if the yarn isn't too short for your new size). If you did cut pieces off, then there is no way to increase its size and you'll have to start over with a new piece of yarn.

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Were can I get the yarn?

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You can buy yarn online, in fabric stores, and in arts and crafts shops. There are also yarn supply shops as well.

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What if I want to make clothes for my doll?

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Make a boy doll first; this will make it easier to dress. Sew clothes for it using simple shapes, such as squares and rectangles.

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How can I make a creepy yarn doll?

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Use white or off-white yarn, then add black yarn hair. Sew a black button for one eye, and an X for the other eye. Use old, stained cotton fabric to make a simple skirt or dress. Stick some sewing pins into it to make it a voodoo doll.

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How can I send these pictures and directions via email to my daughter?

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You can send this page's link to your daughter via email as simply sending the link is easier and more efficient.

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Could I make animal yarn dolls?

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Sure thing! Any animal you like.

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Can I make a life-size doll?

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If you mean a doll that is a person-sized, this is not recommended. The bigger the doll gets, the more yarn you will have to use. Something around 18 inches would be standard doll-sized, however, and still easy to manage.

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How much money should I sell a yarn doll for?

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Since this is something you can easily make from home, you should only sell it for $1-$5. Set up a public website where you can buy homemade dolls and such.

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