What size will the finished piece be?

The finished dollhouse measures approximately 1.7" x 1.7" x 2.7" (4.5 cm x 4.5 cm x 7 cm) using the recommended yarn and hook size.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but this will affect the final size and proportions. If you choose thicker yarn, use a larger hook and adjust the wire/frame measurement accordingly.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate; basic knowledge of single crochet, decreasing, chaining, and working into loops is recommended for best results.

How do I make the frame and why is it needed?

Cut wire to the measured border length plus 0.5 cm, join the ends with round nose pliers and wrap with floral tape. The frame gives the dollhouse structure and helps it keep its shape when displayed.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters complete this project in 5-7 hours, though time may vary based on experience level and speed.

Elendan Dollhouse Pattern

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize this tiny house by changing yarn colors; try pastel shades for a softer, vintage look or bright colors for a playful mini home.

I often experiment with yarn weight and hook size to create different scales; using a thinner thread and smaller hook gives a delicate mini, while a bulkier yarn makes a chunky, cozy house.

You can swap the white roof for a contrasting color to create cottages, modern homes or holiday-themed houses — be bold with color blocking!

Try adding tiny appliques or embroidered shutters to the walls for extra personality — small French knots or surface slip stitch work well for details.

For a more finished look, add miniatures inside like a micro bunnies or trees; these little accessories make the finished piece feel like a diorama.

If you want a posable miniature, consider using thinner craft wire inside the roof or floors to allow slight shaping and adjustment.

I sometimes finish the roof edge with a picot trim or small scallops for a lacy appearance — experiment with single crochet clusters or chains for decorative borders.

To make the house into an ornament, sew a small loop to the roof peak and add a ribbon; it makes a unique, handmade holiday decoration.

You can scale the pattern into a tiny door hanger or keychain by using thinner yarn and adding a metal ring — great for gift tags or charms.

Finally, have fun combining textures: metallic thread for a shiny roof, boucle for a rustic look, or embroidery floss for fine, painted-like details.

When I teach this pattern, I encourage makers to try different trims and tiny buttons to create a series of houses that look charming together on a shelf.

Elendan Dollhouse Pattern

Create a tiny, handcrafted dollhouse full of charm with this detailed crochet pattern. You will make small floor details, walls, an attic and a decorative roof, then assemble them over a wire frame for stability. Clear step-by-step photos and instructions guide you through each stage so you can build a sturdy miniature home. Perfect for gifting, shelf displays, or adding to a miniature collection.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Elendan Dollhouse Pattern

— Main Fabric

01
Yarn A (beige) - approximately 30 g (100% cotton) from a 100g/200m (3.5 oz/218 yds) skein, fine/DK weight (№2)
02
Yarn B (white) - approximately 20 g (100% cotton) from a 100g/200m (3.5 oz/218 yds) skein, fine/DK weight (№2)
03
Small amounts of accent colors for accessories (see accessory descriptions) - approx 5-10 g each

— Tools Required

01
Crochet hook size 1.75 mm (US steel/thread hook 4 or UK steel/thread hook 2)
02
Scissors
03
Needle for yarn (tapestry needle)
04
Button (for decoration)
05
Floral tape (wire) approx 40 cm
06
Tape measure / ruler
07
Round nose pliers for joining the wire frame
08
Stitch markers (optional)
09
Wire for frame (cut to measurement as instructed)

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— Part 1 FLOOR :

Info :

Make 3 floor details. Use yarn A (beige).

Row 1 :

Make a foundation chain of 9 stitches. Single crochet in second chain from hook, sc in each ch across row (8 sc)

Rows 2-4 :

ch 1, turn, sc in each ch along row (8) Try to hide the tail of yarn while crocheting.

Trim row :

ch 1, sc 4 evenly spaced along edge to corner; 2 sc into corner, 6 sc in each stitch, 2 sc into next corner, sc 4 evenly spaced from edge to corner (18)

Info :

Fasten off and cut the yarn after having finished 2 details. After having made the 3-d detail DO NOT cut the yarn.

— Walls :

Info :

Turn back the floor detail as you see on photo.

Row 1 :

Ch 1, make 18 sc through back loop of last row (after you turned the detail it's farther loop from you) (18)

Section 1 Rows 2-4 :

ch 1, turn, sc 2 (every sc in each sc of bottom row) (2)

Section 2 Row 2 :

ch 4, skip 2 stitches of bottom walls row, inserting hook into 3-d stitch sc 10 (every sc in each sc of bottom row) (10)

Section 2 Row 3 :

ch 1, turn, sc 9 (every sc in each sc of bottom row), sc 1 hitching up the loop of ch (pull the yarn through the loop of chain when you finish making single crochet) (10)

Section 2 Row 4 :

sl st into the loop of ch, turn, sc 10 (every sc in each sc of bottom row) (10)

Row 5 (along all sections) :

ch 1, turn, sc 2 in each stitch, sc 2 into chain, sc 10 in each stitch, sc 2 into chain, sc 2 in each stitch (18)

Section 3 Row 2 :

ch 4, skip 2 stitches of bottom walls row, inserting hook into 3-d stitch sc 2 (2)

Section 3 Row 3 :

ch 1, turn, sc 1, sc 1 hitching up the loop of ch (2)

Section 3 Row 4 :

sl st into the loop of ch, turn, sc 2 (2)

Row 6 :

Turn. Take 1 floor detail. Ch 1, make 18 sc through back loop of walls (after you turned the detail it's farther loop from you) and back loop of floor detail (18)

Row 7 :

ch 1, turn, sc in each stitch of row (18)

Section 1 Rows 8-10 :

ch 1, turn, sc 6 in each stitch of row (6)

Section 2 Row 8 :

ch 4, skip 2 stitches of bottom walls row, inserting hook into 3-d stitch sc 2 (2)

Section 2 Row 9 :

ch 1, turn, sc 1, sc 1 hitching up the loop of ch (2)

Row 10 :

sl st into the loop of ch, turn, sc 2 (2)

Section 3 Row 8 :

ch 4, skip 2 stitches of bottom walls row, inserting hook into 3-d stitch sc 6 (6)

Section 3 Row 9 :

ch 1, turn, sc 5, sc 1 hitching up the loop of ch (6)

Section 3 Row 10 :

sl st into the loop of ch, turn, sc 6 (6)

Row 11 (along all sections) :

ch 1, turn, sc 6 in each stitch, sc 2 into chain, sc 2 in each stitch, sc 2 into chain, sc 6 in each stitch (18)

Row 12 :

Turn. Take 2-nd floor detail. Ch 1, make 18 sc through back loop of walls (after you turned the detail, it's farther loop from you) and back loop of floor detail (18)

Info :

Don't fasten off! We'll start making attic from this place.

— Attic :

Row 1 :

ch 1, turn, 5 sl st, ch 1, sc 8 (8)

Row 2 :

ch 1, turn, dec, sc 4, dec (6)

Row 3 :

ch 1, turn, dec, sc 2, dec (4)

Row 4 :

ch 1, turn, 2 dec (2)

Row 5 :

ch 1, turn, dec (1), ch 1, 5 sl st down, 5 sl st along the top of wall, as showed on photos.

Info :

Do not fasten off!

— Roof :

Info :

I'll show how to make the roof connecting it with walls and attic while crocheting - I try to avoid sewing in my projects as much as I can, but you may just crochet equal detail and sew it to walls and attic.

Info :

Take yarn B (white).

Row 1 :

Make a foundation chain of 7 stitches. Sc in second chain from hook, sc in each ch along row (6). Try to hide the yarn tail while crocheting.

Row 2 :

ch 1, sc 4 through last walls row and previous roof row together, sc 1 through last walls and roof rows hitching up the first attic row too as showed on photos, sc 1 (6)

Infos :

Additional explanations: "sc 4 through last walls row and previous roof row together" means that you need to insert hook into both details when you start making each of sc 4; "sc 1 through last walls and roof rows hitching up the first attic row too" means you should first insert the hook into both roof and walls, pull out the thread, then insert the hook into attic border, pull out the thread and crochet both loops on a hook together now.