Crochet Barbie Witch

In the middle of August, I was stuck on what I wanted to make next.  On facebook, I told my fans the colours I had on hand, and asked them for suggestions.  Alison suggested something for halloween and Karen suggested a halloween costume and a black cat.  So naturally, I took both of their suggestions, and created this Crochet Barbie Witch Costume.

She took a bit longer than some other projects because I had a few creative blocks.  Plus, I had my free patterns for September to create, then I decided to crochet pumpkins on a whim, and finally, I needed to get my hands on a pipe cleaner and something to cut a wire hanger!

I never envisioned it would turn out like this when I set out to crochet her.  I am super pleased with how she turned out.  It wouldn't have been the same if it wasn't for all of your lovely ideas.  So thanks a million for being such great fans!

This crochet barbie witch pattern is now available as a paid pattern in my store.  The pattern includes written instructions for all of the pieces pictured above, and photo tutorials for certain stages.  A combination of amigurumi and free style are used to create the crochet barbie witch set.

Later this week, there will be a special offer for the pattern, and an exclusive special offer for my newsletter subscribers - details in tomorrow's newsletter...

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Barbie Modeling her Witch Costume & Dress

This dress is crocheted freestyle for the most part.  The sleeves are made first.  Then, the dress is worked horizontally from top to the waist  - incorporating the sleeves at the same time.  After that, the skirt is worked vertically.  Finally, finishing touches are added to the dress.

Here you can see barbie modeling her witch costume.  She is stoked for halloween!  Doesn't see look like a model in these pics?

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Knickers & Stockings

Barbie Witch's Knickers & Stockings is one piece, and it ties up in the back.  The knicker part is worked first from the top down to the crotch, then down one leg, then down the second leg.  The stocking part is worked directly onto the knickers. 

Front & Back Views of Knickers & Stockings

Knickers & Stocking on Barbie

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Witch Hat & Heels

Here is Barbie's witchy hat.  The pattern for this hat is amigurumi for the most part.  This hat will be made into a free pattern soon.

The outfit wouldn't be complete without some character heels!  The pattern for these starts as amigurumi and turns into free style.

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Witch Broom

This barbie witch broom gets it shape from a wire coat hanger.  It is a little bit tall in proportion to a broom for us, but it is the perfect size for Barbie when she rides her broom as you will see below.

First the green cover for the wire is crocheted.  Then, the hanger is inserted.  Afterwards, the broom sprigs are added, and the finishing touches are made.  

It took me a while to finish this piece simply because I was trying figure out how I wanted to cut the hanger.  If I hadn't figured it out, I was going to use a kabob stick.  However, I was determined for it to have a bent shape, so I just used my own muscle power to cut it.  

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Barbie Witch's Black Crochet Kitty Cat

Every witch needs a black kitty, right?  That is just what I thought too, so, I designed this fully posable crochet cat.  He is made using the crochet technique amigurumi, and is made posable by a pipe cleaner and a little bit of bendable wire.  Not only is he super cute, he is so much fun to play with!

This little guy is 5.75 cm (2.25") in length (not including tail), 4.5 cm (1.75") in height (whilst standing), and 1.25 cm (0.5") in width. 

Next month, he will be made into a separate pattern with his kitty friends from Crochet Barbie Kitty.

Curled Up

Lying Down

Stretched Out

Standing

Sitting

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Crochet Barbie Witch Flying About with Kitty

This post wouldn't be complete if you didn't get to see pictures of her flying on her broom.  So, here she is with kitty in tow.  ~ Which view do you think is the best? ~

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Buy this pattern now here: Crochet Barbie Witch Pattern

Visit Rebeckah's Treasures' Crochet Pattern Store for more great crochet patterns, and Free PDF Crochet Patterns for my free crochet patterns.

See WIP Crochet Barbie Witch for the WIP blog post about this design.

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