I made my first Waldorf-inspired doll for my little girl's first birthday. She's about 18-20" tall and very firm and sturdy. I made her from recycled and trash materials. There are no pieces that come off (the bows are sewn on tightly) so it's okay for younger little ones. If you'd like the free instructions, I've got them over at my blog Doing Without: How to Live in Poverty and Still Have it All. There are lots of photos as well. 
