Hand baste body through three layers, and machine stitch just inside basting.
Baste arms close to outside cross stitched edge, machine stitch about 1/8-inch inside basting, and trim.
Bottom view of doll, with pins inserted into base
Use large soft sculpture needle to sew through upper body and attach arms with buttons.
Fuse final brim piece to underside of doubled fabric brim.
Top view of completed hat.