Make the Adam Doll: A Gentle In-the-Hoop Project for Embroiderers
If you enjoy machine embroidery and want to create something soft and story-filled, the Adam Doll Pattern is a beautiful project to explore. Designed to be stitched entirely in the hoop, this month's MRD Doll of the Month teaches foundational techniques while helping you make a meaningful doll to gift or keep.
Whether you’re sewing for a child or creating a keepsake for the holidays, this is a project with purpose and heart. Here’s a closer look at what you’ll learn and how to get started.
A Beginner-Friendly Lesson in Doll Making
The Adam Doll Pattern includes three hoop size options: 5×7, 6×10, and 8×12. The project teaches essential in-the-hoop skills like:
- Stitch and flip seams
- Appliqué placement
- Stuffing and turning with control
- Romper finishing with elastic casing
The pattern walks you through each step clearly, with printable instructions and a video tutorial inside the MRD Membership. You’ll start by stitching the limbs and body, then add a soft, removable romper made from the Created With Love fabric collection by Jennifer Long.
This pattern is designed to build confidence for those who are new to doll making or looking for a manageable embroidery project with creative potential.
What Makes the Adam Doll Special
This soft, handmade doll features a sweet embroidered face, short dark hair, and a calming color palette. The style is simple, gentle, and versatile enough to fit many gift-giving occasions or creative play setups.
Because it is fully finished in the hoop, the doll is especially approachable for machine embroidery fans. It makes a lovely gift on its own or as a companion to the Eve Doll, also available inside the MRD Membership.
You can personalize the doll by:
- Choosing different hair or skin tones
- Adding hand embroidery to the romper
- Including a name tag or message tucked inside
What’s Included in the MRD Membership This Month
Members receive the full Adam Doll Pattern in three sizes, a step-by-step video lesson, and a coordinating printable bonus:
- Printable Gift Tags
This exclusive apple-shaped tag set makes it easy to turn your doll into a heartfelt gift. Use the blank version to write your own message, or choose a pre-filled design for easy wrapping and presentation.
These extras are made to help you turn your sewing project into something more meaningful, whether you're sharing it with a child, selling at a market, or simply creating with care.
Supplies You’ll Need
The Adam Doll was designed with accessibility in mind. Here’s what you’ll want on hand:
- Fabric: Created With Love by Jennifer Long for Riley Blake Designs
- Stabilizer: Lightweight tear-away, no-show mesh, and fusible cut-away
- Fusible Support: HeatnBond Craft Extra Firm and Fusible Fleece from ThermoWeb
- Stuffing: Fairfield World Poly-Fil
- Tools: Quilty Hemostat for turning and stuffing
- Embroidery Machine: Any brand with 5×7, 6×10, or 8×12 hoop options
- Thread: Robison-Anton Super Brite Polyester or your preferred brand
Join the Membership and Start Sewing
The Adam Doll is available now inside the Modern Rag Doll Membership. You will receive the full pattern bundle, video support, and a printable bonus designed to help you create with confidence.
You can join the membership anytime to access this and other doll patterns, monthly bonuses, and a growing library of resources.
