Black Apple Doll

February 13, 2011

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Crafter Emily Martin, the top seller on the websiteetsy.com, a Brooklyn, New York-based online marketplace for all things handmade, is here to make one-of-a-kind dolls sure to please children and adults alike.
Download the doll template and three simple tutorials, hand-drawn by Emily herself, to make a beautiful black apple doll at home.
Tutorial 1
Tutorial 2
Tutorial 3
Doll Template
Resources: The felt used to make them is available onmagiccabin.com. Fabric and buttons can be found at fabric stores. To purchase an already-made doll, visit Emily's store onetsy.com. Find out more about Emily on her blog,Inside a Black Apple.

Comments (71)

Martha Stewart Member

October 25, 2018

love to have the pattern,but never can get it

Martha Stewart Member

July 11, 2016

Is the template no longer available.

Martha Stewart Member

June 10, 2016

It's not allowing me to download the pattern.

Martha Stewart Member

June 8, 2016

I'm trying to click the links to the tutorials, but it won't navigate off of this page. Where is the template? Thanks!

Martha Stewart Member

August 10, 2015

The instructions don't say to add a seam allowance, but it sure looks like I need one.

Martha Stewart Member

August 11, 2014

What i did to increase pattern by 150%. Download doll pattern as pdf. Select print option. See Page Sizing and Handling, select Poster, increase sizing to 150%. This will increase the image to 150% and print your pattern into 4 8x11 sheets(like a puzzle). Cut it up and transfer to a cardboard stencil. Hope this helps.

Martha Stewart Member

March 4, 2014

Adorable....I can't wait to make one!

Martha Stewart Member

January 11, 2014

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Martha Stewart Member

October 29, 2013

how do you enlarge the pattern by 150 %??

Martha Stewart Member

March 18, 2012

sorry for the duplicate posts below :( My computer was having issues :(

Martha Stewart Member

August 31, 2011

So aggravated!!! Really want to make this for my niece's birthday but can't figure out how to enlarge!!!!

Martha Stewart Member

August 27, 2011

why can't we print this out? so frustrating!

Martha Stewart Member

March 19, 2011

How do I print with the 150% enlargement it says to do?

Martha Stewart Member

November 3, 2008

You guys are right. You really don't need the template. A simple rag doll template is easy to make. Use your imagination! Martha Stewart is all about crafts, and DOING IT YOURSELF. She gives ideas and suggestions...and, I'm sure, she fully expects you to take those ides and suggestions and 'run with them' ! Make each craft your very own with your own special touches and additions! Have fun with your crafts!

Martha Stewart Member

September 1, 2008

I love the black apple too! with a scraps materials I will make a few dolls, as a party favor for my daugther,s 8 bitrhday, all the dolls will drees and call as my daugther Diana in her party. Thanks for template,

Martha Stewart Member

August 31, 2008

these dolls are cure. I made my own template a couple a of months ago. Use you mind and make up a doll your self. mine sell like crazy.

Martha Stewart Member

August 29, 2008

Love the little doll but cannot get the template either.....All I get is pages of numbers..am on dial up..help!!! Also the "crafts" page does not fully come up...very frustrating ..

Martha Stewart Member

August 29, 2008

Love the little doll but cannot get the template either.....All I get is pages of numbers..am on dial up..help!!! Also the "crafts" page does not fully come up...very frustrating ..

Martha Stewart Member

August 29, 2008

I also cannot get the template or tutorials in ENGLISH from this website.

Martha Stewart Member

August 28, 2008

i could not down load the template for the doll // how can i get a copy of the template

Martha Stewart Member

July 26, 2008

I love the Black Apple! Her designs are awesome. I love looking through her Etsy store. I can't wait to try making one of her dolls :)

Martha Stewart Member

July 6, 2008

I just finished making these dolls to use as party favors for my daughter's birthday. They turned out so cute and are really fast to make once you get going. Thanks for the inspiration!

Martha Stewart Member

May 3, 2008

My daughter's and I made these dolls with some of their old, outgrown clothes. They came out great. Plus this was a great compromise with my oldest daughter, who HATES to get rid of anything. Reusing some of her old things, gives them a new life.

Martha Stewart Member

April 9, 2008

These dolls are so easy to make and make great gifts. It's also a nice way to use up little scraps of material.

Martha Stewart Member

March 31, 2008

how wonderful! my great grandmother taught me to sew as a little girl making dolls like these, and bean bags! glad to see some things never change!

Martha Stewart Member

March 30, 2008

My 7 year old daughter and I made a pair of these dolls, it was the first time she really helped me sew. I even let her sew the heads on (the only bit of straight stitching). She then Stuffed while I sewed. They look great, when my husband saw the pictures on the website, he was a bit surprised at how alike they looke dto ours. My daughter wants to make a Cruella de Ville version, we will have to do that soon.

Martha Stewart Member

March 29, 2008

I am definitely going to try out these dolls. I now have 3 great-nieces who would love them. To one of the previous comments...I would leave a 1/4" seam allowance, 1/8" might give way.

Martha Stewart Member

March 28, 2008

I did go to Emily's store on etsy.com, but did not see the dolls there for sale. These are charming dolls that I'm sure my granddaughter would love. Thank you for sharing such a wonderful item. readnrose

Martha Stewart Member

March 26, 2008

Congratulations Emily! and thank you Martha for supporting the crafters! tempestdelfuego.etsy.com

Martha Stewart Member

March 24, 2008

is there a suggested seam allowance? i want to make one, they are so cute!

Martha Stewart Member

March 23, 2008

My daughter and I just finished making two of these cute dolls.. We didn't sew the hair around the face, and it looks good as well.

Martha Stewart Member

March 22, 2008

I love the black apple dolls but would love a show on making teddy bear. Linda bluecattismom@hotmail.com

Martha Stewart Member

March 17, 2008

I was so happy to see this segment and I learned about the Etsy website. My friend is very handy at home crafts and we both learned that there is this special website ! Thanx so much !

Martha Stewart Member

March 17, 2008

They are so cute and easy too. Absolutely adoreable. Thanks for giving me the opportunity to make. Jenny from Australia. xoxo

Martha Stewart Member

March 16, 2008

Thank you for sharing your cute little dolls, I'm almost finished with mine. I couldn't wait to get started! Congratulations Emily! (Martha, I would like to a see a segment about teddy bear making, too)

Martha Stewart Member

March 16, 2008

This dolls are adorable, I'm going to make a lot of them for my girls night in.

Martha Stewart Member

March 15, 2008

I'm going to make this doll flat with scrapbook paper in a reduced size for my daughter's scrapbook. I plan to make the dolls in her and her friends likeness. They could be holding hands, skipping rope (using yarn or string), dancing, etc. ect.....

Martha Stewart Member

March 13, 2008

to cool I love dolls . Martha maybe someday you can mae bears to asl well thanks for this coll ideas looking forward to to do it sometime soon so much craft to do so little time . Thanks :)

Martha Stewart Member

March 12, 2008

I was browsing through etsy a couple weeks ago and ran across these dolls... what a coincidence to see them on the show! I made one for my daughter today during her nap using fabric scraps. She loves it! I have enlarged the template even more to make a really big one! Fun, easy and CUTE! So easy to personalize, too!

Martha Stewart Member

March 11, 2008

It was exhilarating to see you on the show! Very neat that such a living doll was instructing us how to make dolls! Bet you've lost count of all the times you've been told just how your lovely disposition

Martha Stewart Member

March 11, 2008

Congrats Emily! I have loved your art for a long time. proud to be part of the etsy family with you! http://www.lisabartlett.etsy.com

Martha Stewart Member

March 11, 2008

Emily, these dolls are so very lovely - thank you for sharing them with the Martha community! vanessa queenvannacreations.etsy.com

Martha Stewart Member

March 11, 2008

our dolls say HI to yours....adorable!! Love from us at http://ww.giftsdefine.com

Martha Stewart Member

March 11, 2008

our dolls say HI to yours....adorable!! Love from us at http://ww.giftsdefine.com

Martha Stewart Member

March 11, 2008

Adorable dolls! Thank you for sharing the tutorial! I can't wait to make one! sewlola.etsy.com

Martha Stewart Member

March 11, 2008

Hello Emily! Thank you for sharing your doll pattern, they are so cute, and unique. I loved your personality! I'm also part of the family at Etsy.com. artisticmoods.etsy.com

Martha Stewart Member

March 11, 2008

I have always loved Emily's work. I can't wait to make these adorable dolls. www.prettyditty.etsy.com

Martha Stewart Member

March 11, 2008

What a terrific story- it is so important to support local artists, working to produce hand made originals. The community at Etsy is supportive and welcoming, and the art available always amazes. www.papercutsbyjoe.etsy.com

Martha Stewart Member

March 11, 2008

My 6 yr old and 4 yr old daughters can't wait to make these dolls... we are on our way to the craft store to pick out felt for hair... the only material I don't already have for them to use in my fabric collection. Thank you!

Martha Stewart Member

March 11, 2008

Wonderful segment, CONGRATS Emily from a fellow GA girl!...skygirlstyle.etsy.com

Martha Stewart Member

March 11, 2008

Go Emily! Congrats on your success! :) Hilary of www.ProjectBlancoyd.com

Martha Stewart Member

March 11, 2008

Way to go! Loved the segment! Thanks for the tutorial! Viva la crafters!

Martha Stewart Member

March 11, 2008

Congratulations, Emily! I can't wait to see today's show!! :D n n n n n n Bree breeleed.etsy.com

Martha Stewart Member

March 11, 2008

Congratulations Emily

Martha Stewart Member

March 11, 2008

Awesome - what cute dolls!!! NaturalBeauty.Etsy.Com

Martha Stewart Member

March 11, 2008

Hi-Your dolls are adorable-I love your work! http://www.oceangypsy.etsy.com

Martha Stewart Member

March 11, 2008

I Love it , now i have a lot more to be busy on my days off....Congratulations to you Emily,,,,,!

Martha Stewart Member

March 11, 2008

Congrats Emily! It looks like you had so much fun! We'll be making dolls with Girl Scouts soon. Thanks for the pattern...and thanks Martha! http://LazyTcrochet.Etsy.com

Martha Stewart Member

March 11, 2008

Nice! Congratulations Emily! ~ Stockton stockton.etsy.com

Martha Stewart Member

March 11, 2008

I've been waiting for Martha to feature someone from etsy! Congrats Black Apple! www.threebunniesyarnco.etsy.com

Martha Stewart Member

March 11, 2008

The dolls looked great and as an Etsy member I am thankful for your support! http://moiface.etsy.com Oh and I loved your sweater Emily!!

Martha Stewart Member

March 11, 2008

Emily is so talented and deserves to be on Martha!! CONGRATS!!! SpaTherapy.Etsy.com

Martha Stewart Member

March 11, 2008

Etsy Queen! Congrats!

Martha Stewart Member

March 11, 2008

So excited to see you on Martha! Congrats Emily!! http://chocolatelollipop.etsy.com

Martha Stewart Member

March 11, 2008

Congratulations, Emily. I love that you are on here and love your dolls. All of Etsy loves The Black Apple. And, of course, Martha Stewart. Thanks for putting Etsy out there. http://mayerain.etsy.com

Martha Stewart Member

March 11, 2008

These are the PERFECT dolls to make for my 18 month old daughter!!!! I LOVE THEM!! I have my DVD recorder set to get the full tutorial. So beautiful Emily. You are truly gifted and so generous to share. My daughter and I thank you!

Martha Stewart Member

March 11, 2008

Congratulations Emily! Rita http://ButtonsInBows.etsy.com

Martha Stewart Member

March 11, 2008

Congrats Emily! You've done the Etsians proud :) http://torchwoodstudio.etsy.com

Martha Stewart Member

March 11, 2008

Congrats Em! This is so cool! :) Snitterdog :D

Martha Stewart Member

March 10, 2008

Congratulations Emily! Your store is awesome! -Kittycrossbones http://kittycrossbones.etsy.com

Martha Stewart Member

March 10, 2008

Too cute!