Intro: Meet the Blueberry Baker Mouse—a cozy kitchen cutie in a blue dress, cream apron with blueberry motifs, Mary Jane shoes, and a puffy chef hat. Accessories: a crossbody pocket pouch, a woven pie basket with removable pie, a mini rolling pin, a drawstring flour sack, and a tiny vintage kitchen scale.

Please note: I strive for accuracy in every pattern, but occasional errors can happen. Thank you for understanding and for enjoying my designs.

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Abbreviations (US Terms)

• MR – magic ring
• ch – chain
• sl st – slip stitch
• sc – single crochet
• inc – increase (2 sc in same st)
• dec – invisible decrease (sc 2 sts together through front loops)
• hdc – half double crochet
• dc – double crochet
• BLO/FLO – back/front loop only
• pm – place marker
• st(s) – stitch(es)
• rep – repeat
• FO – fasten off, weave ends

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Materials

• Yarn (DK/light-3):
  1. Body & tail: warm beige (A)
  2. Inner ear & nose blush: soft pink (B)
  3. Dress & shoes: dusty blueberry blue (C)
  4. Apron & chef hat: cream (D)
  5. Pouch & pie crust: honey mustard (E)
  6. Basket rim & accents: wheat (F)
  7. Flour sack & scale dial: oatmeal (G)
  8. Scale body & plate: muted robin’s-egg blue (H)
• Hooks: 2.5 mm (doll) and 3.0 mm (clothing/accessories)
• Eyes: safety eyes 8 mm (or embroider)
• Stuffing (polyfill), tapestry needle, stitch markers, pins
• Optional: blush powder, a short length of firm cotton twine for basket handle core
• Buttons: two 6–7 mm buttons for shoe straps (or crocheted dots)

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Gauge & Finished Size

• Gauge with 2.5 mm and sc in spiral: 24–25 sts × 26 rows = 4″ × 4″ (10 × 10 cm).
• Finished height: ~8.5 in (22 cm) to top of chef hat. Keep fabric dense so stuffing does not show.

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Construction Overview

• Head, muzzle, ears, body, arms, legs are worked separately in spirals and sewn.
• Tail is long and slightly tapered, sewn after clothing.
• Clothing pieces are removable: blue dress (worked top-down), cream apron panel with tie, chef hat with gathered crown, Mary Jane shoes.
• Accessories include a crossbody pouch, basket with removable lattice pie, flour sack with drawstring, a mini rolling pin, and a decorative kitchen scale.

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HEAD (A, 2.5 mm)

Work in spiral; pm at first st of each rnd.

1. MR 6 sc (6)
2. inc x6 (12)
3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)
4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6. (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7. (5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
   8–13. sc around (42)
8. (5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
9. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
   —Insert 8 mm eyes between Rnds 10 and 11, 7 sts apart.
10. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
11. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18) – Stuff firmly, focusing on cheek fullness.
12. (sc, dec) x6 (12)
13. dec x6 (6) – FO, close.

MUZZLE (A; embroider with B)

1. MR 6 (6)
2. (sc, inc) x3 (9)
3. (2 sc, inc) x3 (12)
4. sc (12). FO leaving long tail.

• Embroider a small oval nose with B across the center of R3, plus a gentle smile. Lightly stuff and sew centered between eyes, bottom edge touching Rnd 12 of head.

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EARS ×2 (A outer; B inner surface)

Outer:

1. MR 6 (6)
2. (sc, inc) x3 (9)
3. (2 sc, inc) x3 (12)
4. (3 sc, inc) x3 (15)
   5–6. sc (15). FO.
   Inner (B): Repeat Rnds 1–5 only (12), FO.
   Layer inner onto outer; sew edges together, flatten without stuffing. Set aside.

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BODY (A, 2.5 mm)

1. MR 6 (6)
2. inc x6 (12)
3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)
4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
5. (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
   6–8. sc (30)
6. (9 sc, inc) x3 (33)
   10–11. sc (33)
7. (10 sc, inc) x3 (36)
   13–14. sc (36)
8. (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
9. (3 sc, dec) x6 (24) – Stuff.
10. (2 sc, dec) x6 (18) – leave long tail to sew to head after dressing.

TAIL (A)

1. MR 5 sc (5)
   2–4. sc (5)
2. (2 sc, inc) x1 + sc around to end (6–7)
   6–12. sc evenly; very light stuffing optional. FO with long tail to sew at back later.

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ARMS ×2 (A)

1. MR 6 (6)
2. inc x6 (12)
3. sc (12)
4. (4 sc, dec) x2 (10)
   5–12. sc (10) – Stuff lightly; keep last 1–2 cm soft.
5. Flatten opening; sc through both layers across 5 sts. FO with long tail.

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LEGS & FEET ×2 (A)

1. MR 6 (6)
2. inc x6 (12)
3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)
4. sc (18)
5. (4 sc, dec) x3 (15)
   6–9. sc (15)
6. (3 sc, dec) x3 (12)
   11–13. sc (12) – Stuff firmly. FO on first leg.
   Create the second leg; do not FO.
   Join Legs for Hips: ch 3, attach to first leg with a sc and continue around both legs and bridge: 12 + 3 + 12 + 3 = 30.
   Next 2 rnds: sc around (30). FO; close any small gap at the bridge. This section will be hidden under the dress.

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FACE & EAR PLACEMENT

• Sew ears to head from Rnds 4–7, with a slight forward tilt.
• Sew head to body after clothing is on. Add a hint of blush to cheeks if desired.

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DRESS (C, 3.0 mm) – Top-Down

Yoke (worked flat for a small back opening):

1. ch 28; hdc in 2nd ch from hook and across (27).
2. ch 1, turn; hdc 4, inc hdc, pm; hdc 6, inc, pm; hdc 7, inc, pm; hdc 8 (30).
   3–4. Repeat: work to each marker, inc, move markers (33 then 36).
3. ch 1; hdc across (36).
4. Split for sleeves: hdc 7, ch 4, skip 8, hdc 10, ch 4, skip 8, hdc 7 (32).
   7–10. hdc rows evenly (32).
5. Neck trim: with D, sl st around neckline lightly; FO. Add a small chain loop for a back-neck button.

Skirt:

• Join C at back waist. Work in the round.

1. ch 1, sc around (32).
2. Increase round for gentle bell: (sc 3, inc) x8 (40).
3. (sc 4, inc) x8 (48).
   4–9. sc around (48).
4. Hem texture: FLO sc in next, 4 dc in next, skip 1—rep; sl st to join. FO.

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APRON (D, 3.0 mm)

Apron Panel:

1. ch 16; sc in 2nd ch and across (15).
   2–9. ch 1, turn; sc across (15).
2. Rounded bottom: ch 1; (sc, hdc, 3 dc in next, hdc, sc) repeat across to soften corners.
   Waistband & Ties:

• At top edge, join D; ch 38, sc back 38 into the edge and across panel, then ch 38 for the other tie; sc back to the center. FO.
  Blueberry Embroidery:
• With C and B scraps, satin-stitch small blueberry clusters (three berries + two leaves) at lower right and one near the waist. Keep flat so the panel sits smooth.
• Apron is removable—tie at the back.

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CHEF HAT (D, 3.0 mm)

Band (worked flat):

1. ch 6; sc in 2nd ch and across (5).
   2–36. ch 1, turn; sc across (5). FO leaving long tail. Sew short ends to form a ring that fits snugly around the head above the ears.
   Crown (worked in the round):
2. MR 8 hdc (8)
3. inc hdc around (16)
4. (hdc, inc) x8 (24)
5. (2 hdc, inc) x8 (32)
6. (3 hdc, inc) x8 (40)
   6–7. hdc around (40)
7. Gathering round: (hdc, dec) x13 + hdc (27)
   FO with a very long tail. Pin crown evenly to the top edge of band, forming soft puffs; whipstitch while slightly gathering so the crown balloons upward like a baker’s hat.

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MARY JANE SHOES ×2 (C with D accents, 3.0 mm)

1. MR 6 sc, join (6)
2. ch 1, inc around (12)
3. ch 1, (sc, inc) around (18)
4. ch 1, sc around (18)
5. ch 1, sc 12, turn; ch 1, sc 12; turn; ch 1, dec, sc 8, dec (10).
6. Join in the round around opening with sc.
7. Strap: ch 11 from inner side; sl st to opposite side; sc back over chain to thicken. FO.
8. Make a tiny button dot in D: MR 6 sc; sl st, FO. Sew at strap end.

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CROSSBODY POUCH (E, 3.0 mm)

Body:

1. MR 6 (6)
2. (sc, inc) x3 (9)
   3–5. sc (9)
3. (2 sc, inc) x3 (12)
4. sc (12) – FO.
   Flap: join at back; ch 1, (hdc, hdc, dc) across 6 sts; ch 1, turn; sc across; FO.
   Strap: ch 70 with E (adjust to hang diagonally), sl st back to thicken; sew ends to pouch sides. Add a tiny button (F) or a French knot to secure flap.

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BASKET WITH LATTICE PIE (F + E, 3.0 mm)

Basket Base (F):

1. MR 6 (6)
2. inc around (12)
3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)
4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
5. BLO sc (24) – forms side wall fold.
   6–7. sc (24).
   Rim: work sc, ch 1 around to texture; FO.
   Handle: with F, ch 28; sl st back; wrap around a short cotton twine for structure if desired; sew ends opposite each other inside the rim.

Pie Insert (E crust, mustard):

1. MR 6 (6)
2. inc around (12)
3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)
4. (2 sc, inc) x6 (24) – FO, place into basket.
   Lattice Strips: ch multiple 9-st chains, sc back; lay 3 vertical + 3 horizontal over the pie top; tack at edges to the basket rim. Add a tiny pie crimp by whip-stitching around the rim with short diagonal stitches.

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ROLLING PIN (wood-look)

• Center barrel (G): MR 6 sc; work 8 rounds straight; FO and stuff firmly.
• Handles (F) ×2: MR 5 sc; next rnd inc, sc around (7); work 2 rnds; dec, dec, FO. Sew one handle to each end of the barrel. Shape by rolling between palms.

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FLOUR SACK WITH DRAWSTRING (G, 3.0 mm)

1. MR 6 (6)
2. inc around (12)
3. (sc, inc) x6 (18)
   4–8. sc (18)
4. Eyelet rnd: (sc, ch 1, skip 1) around.
5. sc around (18).
   FO and lightly stuff.
   Drawstring: ch 28 in F; weave through eyelets and tie.
   Label: with brown/gray embroidery stitch “FLOUR” across the front; add a tiny wheat sprig motif.

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MINI KITCHEN SCALE (H & G, 3.0 mm)

Base & Body (H):

1. Base: MR 6 (6); inc to 12; (sc, inc) to 18; (2 sc, inc) to 24; FO.
2. Body: ch 16; join to ring (avoid twist); 4 rnds sc (forms a short cylinder). Sew centered onto base.
   Top Plate (H):
3. MR 6; inc to 12; (sc, inc) to 18; FO. Sew to top of body like a shallow dish.
   Dial (G):
4. MR 6 sc; sl st to close; FO. Embroider tiny tick marks and a red pointer. Stitch the dial to the front of body.

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ASSEMBLY

1. Dress order: Put the blue dress on the body first. Tie the apron around the waist.
2. Head to body: Align head opening to body neck; ladder-stitch through both edges, adding a little extra stuffing in the neck as you go for a firm posture.
3. Arms: Sew arms to sides at body Rnd 14–15, slightly angled forward so hands can hold the basket and pouch naturally.
4. Tail: Sew to back at body Rnd 8–9, pointing slightly downward.
5. Shoes: Slide on and close straps with the button dots.
6. Chef hat: Place above ears; secure with a few hidden stitches if gifting.
7. Accessories: Hang the crossbody pouch from left shoulder; place basket in right hand (stitch to palm if permanent). Arrange the rolling pin, flour sack, scale, and a small pie slice (see below) around the mouse for display.

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BONUS: MINI PIE SLICE CHARM (E crust, cream filling, 3.0 mm)

Crust Triangle:

1. ch 6; sc in 2nd ch and across (5).
2. ch 1, turn; dec, sc, dec (3).
3. ch 1, turn; sc3tog (1). FO.
   Filling (cream):

• Repeat rows 1–2 only (5 → 3). FO.
  Stack filling on crust; whipstitch edges, leaving back edge open. Insert a pinch of stuffing. Close edge and add a short lattice band (ch 7, sc back) over the top. Sew a tiny loop to corner if you want it as a key fob.

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FINISHING TOUCHES (Match the Photo Look)

• Place eyes 7 sts apart for a soft, wide-eyed expression.
• Keep ears slightly forward-tilted and flat for a classic mouse silhouette.
• Add a hint of blush on cheeks; a tiny pink nose and a single stitch smile.
• The apron should sit flat across the dress; gently steam-block the lower corners if they curl.
• Basket handle arches low and natural—lightly curve with your fingers; if you used twine core it will hold shape beautifully.
• Pose mouse on a wooden table beside the mini scale and flour sack; establish a warm pastel, natural-light vibe.

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Troubleshooting & Adjustments

• Height variance: If your mouse turns out taller/shorter, check gauge; tighten to 2.25–2.5 mm for denser fabric.
• Standing stability: Pack extra stuffing at hips and feet; you can also place a coin inside each shoe sole under a felt insole for weight.
• Chef hat slipping: Make the band one row shorter, or add two invisible stitches to anchor behind the ears.
• Apron riding up: Add a hidden thread tack at each side seam of the dress.

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Care & Safety

• For young children, embroider eyes and stitch accessories permanently.
• Hand-wash cold, reshape, and dry flat away from direct heat. Avoid heavy pressing.

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Quick Build Checklist

1. Crochet head, muzzle, ears, body, arms, legs, tail.
2. Work dress, apron, chef hat, shoes.
3. Assemble: head → body, arms, tail; dress the mouse.
4. Make pouch, basket + pie, flour sack, rolling pin, scale, and pie slice charm.
5. Stage your cozy kitchen scene and snap in natural light.

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Recap

Your Blueberry Baker Mouse is complete—blue dress with scalloped hem, cream apron with embroidered blueberries, tidy Mary Janes, puffy chef hat, and all the bakery props. The removable lattice pie and tiny tools build instant storytelling for photos and reels. Enjoy your make and happy stitching!