microcrochet – Crochet by Calla

Gandalf the Grey

August 21, 2015

I made Gandalf on a bit of a whim in mid-2013, and despite all the grey I really enjoyed making him.

I’m not usually very good at remembering to take photos in every stage of the process when I’m making dolls – I tend to end up with dozens of pictures of one stage, and then nothing until I’m three or four steps along! Still, I managed to get photos of most stages with Anna from Frozen, … More Layering crocheted clothing

Frozen – Queen Elsa

July 18, 2015

Where would Anna be without her big sister Elsa? I found some sparkly felt to do a photo shoot with my little doll, and as you can see, she is extremely photogenic! Her dress has three different shades of blue in it, each mixed with a strand of sparkly thread I found in my stash, … More Frozen – Queen Elsa

Off with his head!

July 14, 2015

Merlin’s hair is giving me some serious trouble at the moment (as is the WordPress app on my phone, as the last two posts I’ve tried to make haven’t gone through). It started off well enough, but despite two attempts is just not doing what I want it to. See? Not quite what I’m going … More Off with his head!

Morgana – progress

July 7, 2015

Making some progress on Morgana! I’m feeling a little daunted by the prospect of her floor length sleeves, but I’m happy with the colour so far. Until next time, C.

Gwen – hair!

July 4, 2015

I love giving my dolls hair. It’s probably my favorite part of the process.

Emerald green, fit for a Queen

June 30, 2015

The more I look at this gown, the more I want to try to create it. Look at the flowing sleeves – and the embroidered detailing at her waist and upper arms! The gold trim provides a hint of sparkle and I’m keen to try my hand at the draped over-gown. Her hair will have … More Emerald green, fit for a Queen

Morgana – Inspiration

June 30, 2015

I’m working on a Morgana as well as Gwen, and if possible she has even more stunning gowns.

Gwen’s gown

June 29, 2015

Having decided on a gown for Gwen, I poked through my colors for the right shade of purple. I went with colour to the left of the cream thread – DMC 340. I started with a medium brown for Gwen’s quilted petticoat, then crocheted her off-white under-gown. Unfortunately I was so involved in what I … More Gwen’s gown