Matryoshka: Dolls With A Nesting Instinct

Russian nesting dolls, also known as a Matryoshka, have an iconic design and history. I won’t even try to describe it when Wikipedia has done such a nice job already. But I will share some links if you want your own. First, I’ve also found a few knitting patterns and craft tutorials!

Unpainted Nesting Dolls (E3.70-E219.09) from Matryoshka Dolls

Dolly Mixture vest by Justine Turner

Matryoshka Crochet Cushion by Annaboo’s House

Maatuskat by Niina Laitinen

Matryoshka Mittens by Mer Stevens

Amigurumi Dolls: The Matryoshka Sisters Russian Nesting Dolls by Ida Herter

 

Folkloric Fair Isle Matryoshka Pillow by Betsy Farquhar

 

Matroyshka Stole by Cirilia Rose

Nesting Dolls by Katie Startzman

Tea Cosy Matryoshka Babushka Teacosy Cozy by Millionbells

 

And if you just want to buy it already made, these are the options for you:

Matryoshka Nesting Doll Tea Cozy (Teapot Doll)

Matryoshka Sewing Kit ($6.35) from Etsy

Measuring Matryoshkas ($10.95) from Amazon.com or MOMA

Nesting Doll Totes (€13–€14) from RedBubble

Matrushka Manicure Kit from Kikkerland on Amazon.com

Organic Lavender Russian Doll Sachet ($10) from Stitchella

Clockwise from top center: Measuring Cups from Anthropologie; Plates from Velocity Design; Candles from Plasticland; Set from Tolstoys; Cosmetic bags from Plasticland; Unpainted set from Matryoshka Dolls; Dark canvas tote from Journeys; Sewing and Manicure kits from Paper Source and Plasticland. In center: Tote from ModCloth. Some items pictured are no longer available from these retailers, but can be found elsewhere online.