Nina Simone was an exceptionally talented musician, a legendary performer and was known for being a strong voice in the Civil Rights Movement. Find out more about her story and crochet the doll to match with this collectable kit from TOFT. Designed by Kerry Lord, Nina Simone was the eighth instalment in the ‘Making Women who Made History’ series and Ed’s Dolls Club crochet subscription.

This doll project celebrates the life and achievements of this iconic female figure using a carefully selected range of TOFT colours. Based on the Edward’s Emporium range of crocheted dolls by Kerry Lord, this figure is the perfect addition to your TOFT collection. The figures from Ed’s Dolls Club all come with a collectable card which details their story and role in history.

To celebrate International Women’s Day all past kits from ‘Ed’s Dolls Club: Making Women Who Made History’ collection are available for two weeks only.

YOU WILL NEED: To complete your Nina Simone doll you will need a few added extras including a 3mm crochet hook, toy stuffing and a wool needle. Find everything you need in our haberdashery section.

MEASUREMENTS: When finished your doll will be approximately 34cm tall from feet to top of hair.

SKILL LEVEL 3: This kit is more suitable for those with some crochet experience.

IT WILL TAKE: Approximately 10-15 hours crochet time.

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