Emotional Support Jamie (from Outlander)

If you’re a fan of Outlander or simply love the idea of knitting a comforting companion, meet your next project: Emotional Support Jamie!

Inspired by Jamie Fraser’s enduring charm, this knitted doll is perfect for fans of the series and knitters who adore creating character-based pieces.

Scroll down to view the free pattern and grab your FREE PDF to print out at the end of this page.

Pattern Features

The Emotional Support Jamie pattern is designed with knitters of all levels in mind.

Key features include:

Instructions on how to create Jamie’s signature features, including his iconic red curls and Highland attire.
Techniques for adding details like his tartan wrap and vest.
A comprehensive list of materials and step-by-step guidance to bring Jamie to life.

Whether you’re knitting this doll for yourself or gifting it to a fellow Outlander fan, the results are bound to be heartwarming.

The Inspiration Behind Emotional Support Jamie

Jamie Fraser, a central figure in Outlander, is known for his courage, loyalty, and tenderness.

These qualities inspired me to design a doll that captures his essence.

Imagine holding a little Jamie in your hands—a charming reminder of strength and resilience.

Knitting process

Creating your Emotional Support Jamie is as enjoyable as it is rewarding.

Here’s what you can expect:

Knit each piece separately and assemble the doll for a polished look.
Add texture to his hair using a simple curly yarn technique.
Embroider his features to bring out that iconic Jamie Fraser expression.

For any tricky sections, the pattern includes detailed notes and suggestions to guide you through.

Why you’ll love knitting Emotional Support Jamie

This isn’t just a knitting project; it’s a chance to create a cherished keepsake.

Jamie fans will love the way the doll brings their favorite character to life.

And for knitters, it’s an opportunity to learn new techniques and indulge in the joy of crafting something meaningful.

Pattern Instructions

The written pattern instructions are below.

There is also a video tutorial to help you to make up Jamie.

You can also grab the free printable PDF pattern at the end of this page.

Materials

Scraps of yarn in DK are perfect for this project.

I used lots of leftover Cascade Yarns from previous Outlander projects.

Yarn:
- Light tan or beige for the skin.
- Orange/dark amber or red for hair.
- Dark green, grey, or brown yarn for the kilt.
- Cream or light grey for the shirt.
- Dark brown or black for the boots.
Knitting Needles: Size 4 mm (US 6) or size suitable for your yarn choice.
Polyester stuffing
Darning needle for sewing and embroidery.
Small toy safety eyes (optional for the face)
Embroidery thread (optional for details like facial features).
Sewing needle and sewing thread for small buttons.
Crochet hook – for the hair (small size – 3.5 (E).
Sewing pins or blocking pins for curling the hair.
Water spray bottle, hairspray, and a hairdryer to curl the hair.
Small buttons for the vest and kilt.

Gauge

Gauge is not crucial for this project; just ensure your stitches are tight enough so the stuffing doesn’t show through.

Size

Height = 6 inches
Width = 3 inches

Abbreviations

K: Knit
P: Purl
K2tog: Knit 2 stitches together
St st: Stockinette stitch (alternate rows of knit and purl)
CO: Cast on
BO: Bind off

Body and Head (Worked in one piece from the bottom up)

Using kilt color yarn (dark green or grey), CO 18 stitches.
Work in St st (knit one row, purl one row) for 10 rows for the legs and kilt area.
Switch to cream/light grey yarn for the shirt.
Knit 6 rows in St st for the torso.
Switch to skin color yarn for the face.
Knit 6 rows in St st.

Decrease for Top of Head

Row 1: K2tog across the row. (9 stitches remain)
Row 2: Purl.
Row 3: K2tog across the row. (5 stitches remain)
Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail. Thread the tail through the remaining stitches, pull tight to close, and secure.
Complete the face before closing and seaming the head and body.
Stuff the body as you sew and seam along the bottom of the body to create a flat seam.

Facial Features

Add two small-sized toy safety eyes to the face.
You can also use embroidery thread or small bits of yarn to add eyes, a simple mouth, and any other features you’d like.

Arms (Make 2)

Using skin color, CO 6 stitches.
Work in st st for 4 rows.
Switch to shirt color (cream/light grey) and knit 6 more rows.
BO and sew onto the sides of the torso.

Legs and Boots

Using dark brown yarn, CO 6 stitches for each leg.
Knit 4 rows in st st.
Switch to kilt color and knit 4 more rows.
BO and sew onto the bottom of the torso.

Hair

Using red or orange yarn, cut multiple short strands (around 3-4 inches each).
Attach strands across the top of the head, looping them through stitches with a crochet hook to create Jamie’s signature messy curls.
Use pins or blocking pins to wind the yarn around and wet it, leave it to dry, and remove the pins (see more on how to do this in the video).
Trim and shape as desired.

Tips for the hair

Wrap Tightly: Wrap yarn tightly around a dress making pin, or blocking pin to create the curl shape.
Use Steam or Water: Mist with water and steam over boiling water or with an iron for wool/cotton yarn, or soak in warm water for synthetic yarns. You could also use hairspray and heat with a hairdryer.
Let It Dry Fully: Allow the wrapped yarn to dry completely (overnight for best results) before unwrapping.
Fluff and Style: Gently fluff and trim curls as needed to create a natural look.
Layer and Secure: Arrange the curls in layers, and trim to frame the face for realistic styling.

Vest

The vest is knit in moss stitch.

Back

Cast on 14 sts.
Row 1: K1, P1 to the end of the row.
Row 2: P1, K1 to the end of the row.
Work in moss stitch for 5 more rows.
Next row: Bind off 2 sts, and work in moss stitch to the end of the row.
Next row: Bind off 2 sts, and work in moss stitch to the end of the row.
Work a further 4 rows in moss stitch.
Bind off.

Right Front

Cast on 8 sts.
Row 1: K1, P1 to the end of the row.
Row 2: P1, K1 to the end of the row.
Continue to work in moss stitch for a further 5 rows.
Next row: Bind off 2 sts, and work in moss stitch to the end of the row.
Work a further 4 rows in moss stitch.
Bind off.

Left Front

Cast on 8 sts.
Row 1: K1, P1 to the end of the row.
Row 2: P1, K1 to the end of the row.
Continue to work in moss stitch for a further 4 rows.
Next row: Bind off 2 sts, and work in moss stitch to the end of the row.
Work a further 4 rows in moss stitch.
Bind off.

Making up the vest

Seam the sides together.

Seam the shoulders with a couple of stitches on each side.

To see how to do this, please watch the makeup video.

Kilt

There are two versions of the kilt to make.

One is created using simple knit stitches, and the other in the style of the Fraser tartan.

Version 1 – Fraser Tartan Kilt

You will need small amounts of yarn in 4 colors.

Cast on 12 sts.
Knit 6 rows using Yarn A
Knit 4 rows Yarn B
Knit 2 rows Yarn C
Knit 6 rows Yarn A
Knit 4 rows Yarn B
Knit 2 rows Yarn D
Repeat the color sequence one more time and bind off.
Thread the same colored yarns through the finished piece to create lines that will make a plaid/tartan effect.
Add a small button to close.

Emotional support jamie with vest and kilt

Version 2 – Ribbed Kilt

Cast on 30 sts.
Work in 1×1 ribbing for 2 rows.
Row 3: Knit
Row 4: Knit
Repeat rows 3 and 4 once more.
Row 7: K2, P1 – rep to end.
Row 8: K1, P2 – rep to end.
Repeat rows 7 and 8 once more.
Work in 1×1 ribbing for 2 rows.
Bind off in ribbing.
Add a small button to close.

Finishing

Stuff the body and head firmly with polyester stuffing.
Sew up all seams securely.
Add any final details, like a small leather belt, to complete Jamie’s Highland look.
Optional – make a knitted vest and kilt.
You can see a full video tutorial on how to make up little Jamie in the video below.

Optional Details

Embroidery: Add a small thistle or tree of life symbol to the sash or kilt if you want a detailed nod to the Outlander theme.
Tiny Sporran: Knit or crochet a small pouch to attach to the front of the kilt for a sporran.

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Conclusion

I can’t wait to see your versions of Emotional Support Jamie!

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