1. **Analysis**:
* **Subject**: Mad Madam Mim (Disney). Characterized by a stout/round body, messy purple hair, purple dress with pink spots, and pink skin.
* **User Level**: Beginner. Pattern must be simple shapes (spheres/cylinders) without complex shaping techniques (like short rows).
* **Constraints**: UK Terminology (crucial: UK dc = US sc), Worsted weight yarn, separate pieces for assembly.
* **Specifics**: Must include inline math validation for every row.
2. **Reference Classes**:
* *Standard Amigurumi Bear/Doll*: Uses the basic 6-stitch magic ring start, increasing by 6 each round to form a sphere.
* *Pear-Shaped Character Dolls*: Mim is bottom-heavy. The body will be shaped like a pear (wider at bottom, tapering slightly to neck) rather than a straight tube.
* *Rag Doll Construction*: Simple tubular limbs attached to a main torso.
3. **Edge Cases**:
* *Terminology Confusion*: Users accustomed to US terms might make the doll 3x too big using UK Trebles instead of UK Doubles. *Mitigation*: Explicit warning at the start and consistent use of "dc".
* *Floppy Head*: Amigurumi with separate heads and bodies often suffer from weak necks. *Mitigation*: Ensure the neck opening is wide (approx 18-24 sts) rather than narrow (12 sts) to provide a stable sewing base.
* *Complex Colourwork*: Polka dots are hard for beginners to crochet in the round. *Mitigation*: Suggest using pink felt circles or simple embroidery (Swiss darning) after knitting, rather than carrying yarn.
4. **Plan**:
* **Tension**: 20 sts = 10 cm (Standard tight amigurumi tension).
* **Hook**: 3.5mm (to ensure fabric is stiff and stuffing doesn't show).
* **Scale**: Approx 15-18cm tall.
* **Key Math**: Base units of 6. Max width of head: 42 sts. Max width of body: 48 sts (she is stout).
[PRE-FLIGHT CHECKS]
1. **Completeness**: Head, Body, Legs, Arms, Hair, Assembly, Eyes included? Yes.
2. **Consistency**: Checked UK 'dc' usage. 3.5mm hook for Worsted is appropriate.
3. **Constraints**: Inline math is prepared. UK spelling (colour, centre) enabled.
4. **Safety**: Decrease counts match increase counts.
# Mad Madam Mim Doll – Amigurumi Pattern
**Difficulty Level:** Beginner
**Terminology:** UK Crochet Terms (UK dc = US sc)
## Description
This pattern creates a stout, mischievous witch doll based on Mad Madam Mim. To keep it beginner-friendly, the pattern uses simple geometric shapes sewn together. The distinct "polka dot" look of her dress is achieved using felt or simple embroidery after the body is made.
## Materials
* **Yarn:** Worsted / Aran weight yarn (10 ply).
* Purple (approx. 50g) for Dress and Hair.
* Pale Pink (approx. 30g) for Skin.
* Magenta/Dark Pink (small amount) for dress spots.
* Black (scrap) for shoes.
* **Hook:** 3.5 mm (or size needed to obtain tight tension).
* **Notions:** Toy stuffing (poly-fill), tapestry needle, scissors, fabric glue (optional), pink felt (optional for spots).
* **Eyes:** 9mm or 10mm safety eyes.
## Tension (Gauge)
Tension is not critical for this toy, but stitches must be tight enough so stuffing does not show through.
* Approx: 5 dc = 2.5 cm.
## Abbreviations (UK Terms)
* **ch:** chain
* **dc:** double crochet (equivalent to US single crochet)
* **inc:** increase (work 2 dc into the same stitch)
* **dec:** decrease (dc 2 stitches together invisibly)
* **st(s):** stitch(es)
* **(...):** Repeat instructions within brackets the number of times indicated.
* **[...]:** Total stitch count at end of round.
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## Instructions
### Head
*Using Pink yarn.*
Work in a continuous spiral. Do not join rounds.
* **Rnd 1:** Start 6 dc into a magic ring. `[6 sts]`
* **Rnd 2:** Inc in every st around. `[6 original + 6 inc = 12 sts]`
* **Rnd 3:** (1 dc, inc) 6 times. `[12 + 6 = 18 sts]`
* **Rnd 4:** (2 dc, inc) 6 times. `[18 + 6 = 24 sts]`
* **Rnd 5:** (3 dc, inc) 6 times. `[24 + 6 = 30 sts]`
* **Rnd 6:** (4 dc, inc) 6 times. `[30 + 6 = 36 sts]`
* **Rnd 7:** (5 dc, inc) 6 times. `[36 + 6 = 42 sts]`
* **Rnd 8 – 14:** 1 dc in each st around (7 rounds). `[42 sts]`
* *Note: Insert safety eyes between Rnd 11 and 12, approx 7 sts apart.*
* **Rnd 15:** (5 dc, dec) 6 times. `[42 - 6 = 36 sts]`
* **Rnd 16:** (4 dc, dec) 6 times. `[36 - 6 = 30 sts]`
* **Rnd 17:** (3 dc, dec) 6 times. `[30 - 6 = 24 sts]`
* **Rnd 18:** (2 dc, dec) 6 times. `[24 - 6 = 18 sts]`
* *Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing. Stuff the head firmly.*
### Body
*Using Purple yarn.*
Mim is pear-shaped/stout. We start at the bottom.
* **Rnd 1:** Start 6 dc into a magic ring. `[6 sts]`
* **Rnd 2:** Inc in every st around. `[6 + 6 = 12 sts]`
* **Rnd 3:** (1 dc, inc) 6 times. `[12 + 6 = 18 sts]`
* **Rnd 4:** (2 dc, inc) 6 times. `[18 + 6 = 24 sts]`
* **Rnd 5:** (3 dc, inc) 6 times. `[24 + 6 = 30 sts]`
* **Rnd 6:** (4 dc, inc) 6 times. `[30 + 6 = 36 sts]`
* **Rnd 7:** (5 dc, inc) 6 times. `[36 + 6 = 42 sts]`
* **Rnd 8:** (6 dc, inc) 6 times. `[42 + 6 = 48 sts]`
* **Rnd 9 – 13:** 1 dc in each st around (5 rounds). `[48 sts]`
* **Rnd 14:** (6 dc, dec) 6 times. `[48 - 6 = 42 sts]`
* **Rnd 15 – 16:** 1 dc in each st around (2 rounds). `[42 sts]`
* **Rnd 17:** (5 dc, dec) 6 times. `[42 - 6 = 36 sts]`
* **Rnd 18:** 1 dc in each st around. `[36 sts]`
* **Rnd 19:** (4 dc, dec) 6 times. `[36 - 6 = 30 sts]`
* **Rnd 20:** 1 dc in each st around. `[30 sts]`
* **Rnd 21:** (3 dc, dec) 6 times. `[30 - 6 = 24 sts]`
* **Rnd 22:** (2 dc, dec) 6 times. `[24 - 6 = 18 sts]`
* *Fasten off. Stuff body firmly, ensuring the bottom is full so she can sit or stand.*
### Arms (Make 2)
*Start with Pink yarn.*
* **Rnd 1:** Start 6 dc into a magic ring. `[6 sts]`
* **Rnd 2:** (1 dc, inc) 3 times. `[6 + 3 = 9 sts]`
* **Rnd 3 – 4:** 1 dc in each st around. `[9 sts]`
* *Change colour to Purple (Sleeves).*
* **Rnd 5:** Inc in every st around. `[9 + 9 = 18 sts]`
* **Rnd 6 – 9:** 1 dc in each st around. `[18 sts]`
* **Rnd 10:** (1 dc, dec) 6 times. `[18 - 6 = 12 sts]`
* *Lightly stuff the bottom hand part only. Leave the top of the sleeve empty so it lays flat against the body.*
* *Fasten off, leaving a tail for sewing.*
### Legs (Make 2)
*Start with Black yarn (Shoes).*
* **Rnd 1:** Start 6 dc into a magic ring. `[6 sts]`
* **Rnd 2:** Inc in every st around. `[6 + 6 = 12 sts]`
* **Rnd 3:** (1 dc, inc) 6 times. `[12 + 6 = 18 sts]`
* **Rnd 4:** Work in back loops only: 1 dc in each st around. `[18 sts]`
* **Rnd 5:** 1 dc in each st around. `[18 sts]`
* **Rnd 6:** 5 dc, 4 dec, 5 dc. `[18 - 4 = 14 sts]` (Creates toe shape)
* *Change colour to Pink (Legs).*
* **Rnd 7 – 10:** 1 dc in each st around. `[14 sts]`
* *Stuff firmly. Fasten off, leaving a tail.*
### Hair Cap
*Using Purple yarn.*
This creates a base wig which you will make "messy".
* **Rnd 1 – 7:** Follow instructions for Head Rnd 1–7. `[42 sts]`
* **Rnd 8 – 11:** 1 dc in each st around. `[42 sts]`
* **Rnd 12:** 1 dc, skip 1 st, 5 tr in next st (shell made), skip 1 st, slip stitch in next. Repeat around to create a scalloped edge.
* *Fasten off, leaving a long tail to sew onto head.*
### Assembly Instructions
1. **Head to Body:** Pin the open neck of the head (18 sts) to the open neck of the body (18 sts). Because the stitch counts match, line them up stitch-by-stitch. Sew firmly using the yarn tail. *Tip: If the head wobbles, insert extra stuffing into the neck gap before closing the last few stitches.*
2. **Legs:** Sew legs to the bottom of the body (approx Rnd 5 of body), spacing them slightly apart so the doll can balance.
3. **Arms:** Sew arms to the sides of the body at Rnd 20 (just below the neck decrease).
4. **Hair:** Place the hair cap on the head. It should cover the back of the head and sit just above the eyes. Sew in place.
* *Messy Effect:* Cut 10cm lengths of purple yarn. Loop them onto the hair cap using your hook (lark's head knot) randomly. Untwist the yarn strands to make them frizzy and wild. Trim to desired messy length.
5. **Face:** Use a small amount of black yarn to embroider a small "v" shape for a smile. Use pink yarn to embroider a small bobble or bump for a nose between the eyes.
6. **Dress Spots:** Cut small circles from magenta/dark pink felt and glue them onto the purple body. Alternatively, embroider random spots using magenta yarn.