tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-54416734183440822602024-03-06T02:22:13.865-06:00Sewing for American Girl DollsBlog for me to express my passion for any thing American Girl Doll, sewing and computer crafts.Sosewsuzihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11951101866332926192noreply@blogger.comBlogger47125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5441673418344082260.post-55347445802925028922014-11-02T18:32:00.001-06:002019-06-10T08:40:58.281-05:00LEGO Christmas Idea:<u><span style="color: #000120;"></span></u><br />
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LEGO Candy Dispenser “PDF”<br />
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I finally got around to creating a pictorial set of instructions<br />
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I created a parts list with Bricklink part numbers. I listed the basic part number and once entered you will need to select your color choice. . If you live near a LEGO store check out their Pick-N-Build wall. The basic 2x4 bricks are often available in assorted colors. You will find the other items you need at <a href="https://www.bricklink.com/v2/main.page?_refreshrnd=61723" target="_blank">Bricklink</a>.<br />
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<b>Candy Dispenser Pictorial</b><br />
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<b>Parts list: </b><br />
<a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1F7EbnqBD6bzpORAt-0xvpwAbRe2FtULELk87aNzhTzI">https://docs.google.com/document/d/1F7EbnqBD6bzpORAt-0xvpwAbRe2FtULELk87aNzhTzI</a></div>
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I just love Pinterest. I came across a "pin" featuring a LEGO Candy Dispenser and a pictorial on how to make it. This is the link to the original post: <a href="http://frugalfun4boys.com/2014/10/20/build-lego-candy-dispenser/">http://frugalfun4boys.com/2014/10/20/build-lego-candy-dispenser/</a> on the Frugal Fun for Boys blog.<br />
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I thought it would be fun to give my Grandchildren a kit to make their own candy dispenser for Christmas. I made one according to the directions and it came out nice and functioned just as a candy dispenser should.<br />
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I needed to make about a dozen of them (Grandchildren & friends) so in the interest of minimizing the part count I decided to streamline the build to suit my needs, budget and make changes to enhance it visually. The larger clear panels was the first change I made. I also cut down the overall depth of the dispenser giving it a less bulky look while still allowing for an adequate amount of candy. The last change was to give it feet/legs raising it up making it easier to catch the candy as it's cascading out. The children will get these "unassembled". The package (a large PICK-A-Brick cup) will include all the pieces, candy and instructions to build their own candy dispenser.<br />
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Here's a picture of the 2 styles I will be making. <br />
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The girls were excited with the surprise LEGO kits I made for them. Both girls said the pictorial instructions were easy to follow and they had no issues building the Candy dispenser.</div>
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<br />Sosewsuzihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11951101866332926192noreply@blogger.com24tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5441673418344082260.post-31852167733737781352014-08-13T00:15:00.003-05:002014-08-13T17:29:39.105-05:00"Pictorial" to make a PVC Chair for your favorite 18" doll<br />
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I've had this project on my "to do" list for a long time, I finally decided that I had to get these hammocks made before my Granddaughters arrive next week. I went to Lowes and with the assistance of a very helpful salesperson I purchased everything I needed to make 2 hammocks. </div>
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First things first. Here is the link to the instructions to make these hammocks.</div>
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Cost of the materials to build to hammocks</div>
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PVC, clear cement, assorted screw eyes, wooden dowels = $22.53</div>
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Fabric (cotton duck) 1/3 YD per hammock = $4.76</div>
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Total $27.29 = <strong>$13.63 per hammock.</strong></div>
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<strong>Hints/tips - Hammock Stand: </strong>The PVC comes with printing all over it even the connectors had printing/ bar codes on them. After I cut all the pieces to size, I removed the printing using a rough side of a nail file. I cleaned/dried all the connectors thoroughly. Assembly was a snap and only took a few minutes. I did what I call a dry assembly first to make sure everything fit properly and that the base sat level on my counter top. I took the stand apart and then glued each segment per the instructions.</div>
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<strong>Hammock: </strong>Wooden dowels and string. I did this part a bit different from the instructions. Instead of string I used white 100% polyester cording 3.22mm. I also changed the way that the cording was to be attached to the dowel. The instructions suggested cutting a notch in each end of the dowel. I wanted something sturdier and chose to screw a metal eye into the dowel ends. The instructions called for 5/16 wooden dowel, I opted for 3/8 inch dowel. </div>
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<strong>Side note: </strong>This is a hammock and by nature hammocks generally require a little bit of balance on the part of a human and or doll when you use it. So when placing your doll into it you will have to do some adjustments to have your doll balanced properly. I have fabric cut and sewn for 4 more hammocks and will be making a trip to Lowes for more PVC. These were fun and easy to make and I would definitely encourage you to make them. I don't have a workshop and own very few tools, since I planned on making more of these as well as other PVC doll furniture items I purchased a PVC pipe cutter and easily cuts 1 - 1/4 PVC. </div>
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Sosewsuzihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11951101866332926192noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5441673418344082260.post-61997672608519564622014-06-18T15:15:00.001-05:002014-06-20T01:01:07.157-05:00Bathing Beauties (part 2)I've been having fun sewing in a nice cool air conditioned house. Took the girls to the community pool today for this photo shoot. It was so hot I thought the girls and I would melt. Bathing suits are addicting and I have gone a bit overboard. I am quickly working my way through the 100+ yards of FOE (fold over elastic) and I am getting ready to order more. Whew....who knew. I had always hesitated in working with Lycra/spandex and foe. I just shake my head wondering how I could have waited so long and the lesson learned....don't hesitate, just do it. <br />
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Let me just get this out now. I tend to be a perfectionist....no I am a perfectionist! The foe did cause me some issues at first but I developed a few simple tricks that work for me (99.9% of you would not have/want to do this).<br />
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1) With a fabric pen: I draw a line along the center fold line of the FOE. When I'm sewing it's hard for these eyes to see the center fold line and the line I draw makes it so easy.<br />
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These outfits were a bit of a stretch for me as I have never worked with swimsuit stretch fabric and fold over elastic. The bathing suits were made using the "free" swinsuit pattern offered at PixieFaire. <br />
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Oh I do have a charmed life. I could sew doll clothes 24 /7. I found this Easy Peazy Pleats pattern by Olive ann designs OAD82. The pattern lives up to it's name. This "pull on pull off" dress was a joy to make.<br />
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Now for the details: The only thing I did not make was the <b><span style="color: #674ea7;"><span style="font-size: large;">HAT</span></span></b> it was purchased from Build-A-Bear, one of my favorite places to pick up cute accessories at affordable prices. The hat has pink trim with a bow on the side. Retails for $6.00.</div>
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I made the <b><span style="color: #674ea7;"><span style="font-size: large;">BAG</span></span></b> using a pattern for a "people size" bag pattern that was a free download from Made by Rae it's called the Buttercup bag. So cute. See the close up picture below.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #674ea7;"><b>Love U Bunches</b></span></span> which can be purchased at: <a href="http://www.pixiefaire.com/collections/18-inch-doll-clothes-patterns">http://www.pixiefaire.com/collections/18-inch-doll-clothes-patterns</a> Retails for only $3.99. If you have ever thought about making shoes.....this is a great pattern to help you get started.<br />
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Sosewsuzihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11951101866332926192noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5441673418344082260.post-40348724760213734992014-03-10T16:19:00.001-05:002014-04-12T15:34:34.847-05:00New pattern by Littleabbee<span style="color: blue;"></span><br />
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<span style="color: blue;">For those of you who are familiar with my blog you may remember my review with pictures of Bailee's wonderful Pajama pattern. Although I have never met Bailee she saw my post and contacted me about testing her new A-Line Dress pattern. Needless to say I was delighted to help.</span><br />
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<span style="color: blue;">Here are a few pictures of my doll wearing the new Little Abbee design.</span><br />
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<span style="color: blue;">This is a basic A-Line form fitting dress. 2 pattern pieces. Easy and quick to make. Easy on your pocketbook because it's form fitting requiring minimal dress fabric and lining fabric. The simple design lends itself to bringing out your creative talents. </span><br />
<span style="color: blue;">My Mom always wore A-Line dresses. I was always amazed how she managed to make the same style dress look so different by adding a few accessories. An infinity scarf draped softly around the dolls neck and down the front, a ruffle added to the bottom hemline (easy/peasy), detachable collars of different styles and colors would change and add to the look too. So many options! </span><br />
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<span style="color: blue;">I typically use Velcro to close the back....Bailee designed this sweet A-line dress to close using button straps made out of fabric (see close up ) you could use ribbon for this also. The back center seam comes together perfectly and adds some fun detail to the back. Instructions for the fabric flower are also included.</span><br />
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<span style="color: blue;">My Granddaughters will be visiting again this Summer and this dress will be the perfect sewing project for the girls to do. This pattern get's two thumbs up from me I'd give 3 thumbs up but I only have two thumbs...:>)</span><br />
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<span style="color: blue;">Other notes: I tried the dress on the various dolls I have. It fit my Journey Girl and Via-E dolls though it was not as form fitting. To my surprise it fit my Our Generation Doll which has a thicker body and broader shoulders. </span><br />
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<span style="color: blue;"></span>Sosewsuzihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11951101866332926192noreply@blogger.com41tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5441673418344082260.post-1552730308307857342013-11-30T17:07:00.003-06:002013-12-01T22:04:27.495-06:00I got a new doll "Alexis". The girls are having a Pajama Party.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Alexis finally arrived and she is wonderful well worth the wait. Alexis is the doll (4th from the left)<br />
I purchased her from <a href="http://via-e.com/">http://via-e.com</a>. As mentioned in an earlier post I used the pajama pattern <br />
by Lil Abbee - <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/littleabbee">https://www.etsy.com/shop/littleabbee</a>. On the dolls with the robes I made PJ's using <br />
Simplicity pattern #5733, I found a robe pattern from Crabapples that I slightly modified.<br />
You can find the robe pattern here. <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/mybonbonboutique">https://www.etsy.com/shop/mybonbonboutique</a><br />
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The sewing tips for the Lil Abbee PJ's are on an earlier post so I will just discuss the robe pattern.<br />
I made a few modifications. <span style="color: blue;">Robe notes:</span> Pockets with the pattern were square. I rounded the bottom edges for a softer look. The pattern called for using bias binding technique as facing for the front opening edges of the robe. I made a front facing pattern by tracing the curve of the front robe piece from the bottom edge to the top shoulder seam and then I made a pattern for the back neckline facing. I also shortened the sleeves 1/4 inch. I was impressed with this pattern there were several different design variations included such as piping and ruffles. If your looking for a quality robe pattern then you may want to check this one out.<br />
Sosewsuzihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11951101866332926192noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5441673418344082260.post-71083121800465065862013-11-08T16:21:00.003-06:002015-05-27T15:27:36.922-05:00Warm and oh so cozy pajamasNot all flannels are alike. If I am going to make something with flannel I really pay attention and a few extra dollars for "quality". Nothing annoys me more than to make a pair of PJ's and have them look fuzzy and pilled even before they are worn. I usually find most of my flannel at my local quilt store but I have been lucky enough to find some at chain fabric stores. My current sewing project is making pajamas, robes and slippers. <br />
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Slipper pattern: <a href="http://www.pixiefaire.com/collections/18-inch-doll-shoe-patterns/products/cozy-slippers-18-doll-shoes">http://www.pixiefaire.com/collections/18-inch-doll-shoe-patterns/products/cozy-slippers-18-doll-shoes</a> designed by Eden Ava.<br />
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<span style="color: red;"> </span>The pattern instructions called for "set in" sleeves.....so I did follow that for the first 2 pairs.... but I <strong>hate</strong> "set in sleeves"!! Then I switched to "flat" sleeve construction so much easier and just as nice. I hemmed the flat sleeve first and machine basted 1/8" from the sleeve head. After pinning and stitching the sleeve in, I then stitched the sleeve and side seams in one continuous mode. <strong>Top</strong> <strong>stitching</strong>: After hemming I top stitched up the front and around the neck. <strong>Pockets</strong>.....I love the look of them but they do require some extra care to insure multiple pockets are the same size and shape. On the rounded pocket for this pattern, I marked with a fabric pen the 1/4 stitching line then machine basted along that line. I pulled on the thread tails to gently gather the rounded bottom edge of the pocket so it curves nicely and evenly, finger press then iron the pockets to get a clean crisp shape. <strong>Understiching</strong>....I use this technique often and on this pattern I used it along the neckline of the back bodice and along the front facing pieces.<br />
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the base & sole pieces. Doing that made it easier for me to sew and the
seams were spot on. I also used my pinking shears and trimmed the seams to
eliminate some of the bulk. On my next pair I am going to shorten the slipper
top a scant 1/8" across the top, I felt the slipper top fit just a tad too high
on the dolls foot. On one pair I top stitched across the slipper top which
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Alexis by Via-E ( <a href="http://via-e.com/">http://via-e.com/</a> ). It's been awhile since I first found her and placed an order to "hold" one of these beautiful dolls to add to my small collection. She has such a beautiful smile it was love at first sight for me. Right now she's an ocean away.......pending a shipping date. Keeping my fingers crossed that she may arrive in time for my birthday. <br />
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Sosewsuzihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11951101866332926192noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5441673418344082260.post-42016941316284716272013-08-04T18:42:00.000-05:002013-08-27T09:10:32.785-05:00The girls are coming......the girls are coming!!!!Finally! Paris and Hannah (Mom and Dad) are making the drive from MN to KS. Estimated time of arrival about 8:30PM. Spent the day finishing and wrapping up the AG doll clothes that I have been making for them. <br />
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The wrapping is not fancy but it is functional. I wrap each outfit in tissue paper and stitch the ends closed on my sewing machine with a wide zig-zag stitch and then use decorative scissors to trim the ends.</div>
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Sosewsuzihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11951101866332926192noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5441673418344082260.post-20992678366836406562013-07-20T18:04:00.000-05:002013-08-27T09:13:56.031-05:00<span style="font-size: large;">I must confess......I spy with Pinterest and Etsy!</span><br />
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I admit it. I surf both Pinterest and Etsy looking for fabulous doll clothes and ideas. Even though I sew, occasionally I purchase clothes made by several exceptional doll clothes maker/designers. The first thing I do when my purchase arrives it to inspect the garments for "quality" with regard to fabric, construction and sewing techniques. My most recent purchase was from an Etsy Shop called Mena Bella" <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/MenaBella">http://www.etsy.com/shop/MenaBella</a>. I have made several purchases and have always been impressed with the product, workmanship and guest service of Lin the shop owner. My decision for my last purchase was based on the fact that Mena Bella had used 2 patterns that I had not used before from my pattern collection.<br />
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Capri pattern from All Dollrd Up - <a href="http://www.alldolledup-dollclothes.com/patterns.html">http://www.alldolledup-dollclothes.com/patterns.html</a></div>
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Peplum Top - <a href="http://www.pixiefaire.com/collections/18-inch-doll-clothes-patterns">http://www.pixiefaire.com/collections/18-inch-doll-clothes-patterns</a></div>
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Lin had several outfits for sale that were just too cute to pass up and I was thrilled to have the opportunity to see first hand how she constructed the outfit and what if any modification she made to the garment and pattern. I aspire to make my garments with the level of quality I find in Mena Bella's products and other Etsy sellers.</div>
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I just finished these 2 outfits using the patterns noted above. I think my Granddaughters will like them.</div>
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<span style="color: blue;"><strong>Sewing notes:</strong></span> <strong>Capri pattern</strong> by "All Dolled Up". This is a great pattern....if you don't have it you should put it on your wish list. I made the pants with no adjustments and they fit perfectly.<br />
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The little fabric bows on the blue denim capris was a copy of the Mena Bella capris. On the pink pants I added 3 assorted colored buttons a design feature I have seen used by others.<br />
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<strong>Peplum Top:</strong> Some minor adjustments. Pattern uses a zipper for closing the back seam. Some prefer zippers but I like Velcro. If you have read some of the other comments on this blog you probably know by now that I do not like my tops to fit snug on my dolls or ME. I did increase the side seam of the back bodice by 1/4" as well as the back center seam by 1/4". I increased the shoulder top seam by 1/8" and made the waistband longer to cover these adjustments. The increases made at the side and shoulder seams affects the fit.....so it is not as snug. The increase of the back center seam accommodated the change I made in the construction that differed from the pattern instructions and had no impact on the fit. The final adjustment was to the ruffle. I wanted it to look fuller. On the yellow / blue version I increased the ruffle by 8 inches on the other on I increased it by 16 inches.<br />
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I made the waistband in a contrasting fabric on the pink set. I also made a ribbon belt with a pink bow attached to add a little interest (cuteness) to the top. The detachable belt and bow was my hubby's idea as I could not decide whether I liked it or not. He said make it a separate piece and you don't have to be concerned one way or the other.<br />
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Finished this dress today using a cute pattern by Doll Tag Clothing - Carousal Dress and Vest. I had made it to fit my AG doll but it was a bit snug so it's a "hand me down" to Jane my Journey Girl doll. The vest has a temporary ribbon tie closure until I can purchase some round metal white eyelets, though the bow looks kind of cute too, so I may make one with attached ribbon ties. This pattern was so easy to make thanks to the detailed instructions and great pictures. I know that all dolls are not alike so with a small adjustment to the pattern I'm heading backing to my sewing machine to make some more dresses.<br />
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<span style="color: red; font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Update: <span style="color: blue; font-size: small;"> I've made several more dresses / vest. I increased the size of the vest pattern by placing the back vest piece 3/8 of an inch from the fold line (increasing the overall dimensions of the vest by 3/4 inch).</span></span><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span><br />
<span style="color: blue; font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I increased the dress front bodice also (placing the pattern piece 3/8 of an inch from the fold line. I also increased the dress bodice back by 3/8", I use the extension to the back as additional fold over for finishing up the back center seam and applying the Velcro the 1/4 inch fold over that most patterns call for just does not work for me. </span><br />
<span style="color: blue; font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I prefer the clothing for the dolls not to fit too snug...the clothes are for my young Granddaughter and I want easy off and on.</span><br />
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My Granddaughter are coming for their annual week long visit in August. My goal is to have lots of <br />
new doll clothes for their American Girl dolls. The dress was made using the "free" flutter-sleeve dress pattern from:<br />
<a href="http://pacountrycrafts.blogspot.com/2013/06/flutter-sleeve-doll-dess.html?utm-medium=gadget">http://pacountrycrafts.blogspot.com/2013/06/flutter-sleeve-doll-dess.html?utm-medium=gadget</a> .<br />
I still had some of the fabric left over and decided to make a pair of pants and a top. The top was also made from a "free" pattern from Eden Ava....it is a reversible halter top (link below). Easy to make and a wonderful use of scraps. The pants were made using the Playdate pattern in a previous post.<br />
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<span style="color: blue;">Note: Carina is introducing a "beginners" pattern series on her website. She has 2 for purchase at this time. One of them is for a clutch type purse which I think will be a wonderful project for my granddaughter to make. Check out her website to see these and other great patterns</span></div>
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Some more Garden Tea Dresses made from a great pattern by 123 Mulberry Street. I have added some accessories. Purses made from a pattern by Sew Urban. Both dress and purse patterns can be purchased from <a href="http://libertyjanepatterns.com/">libertyjanepatterns.com</a>. I also added a matching headband to the ensemble. This link will take you to the online tutorial showing you how to make it.</div>
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These dresses were created using the Garden Tea Dress pattern designed by 123 Mulberry Street patterns and listed for sale at <a href="http://www.libertyjanepatterns.com./">www.libertyjanepatterns.com.</a> The downloadable PDF pattern cost only $3.99. The instructions are clear, easy to follow and there's lots of pictures making it a great visual tool as well. Since I've made this dress multiple times I made some minor adjustments to the pattern and construction of the garment. I made a slight adjustment in the size of the bodice. Really a personal preference issue. I increased the size of the front and back bodice pieces along the front center line and the back cut lines by 1/8 inch. The top fit tighter than I wanted so the slight increase gave me a less snug fit. As for construction....after making several dresses sewing the <strong>Velcro</strong> at the end after the dress was made I decided to attach the Velcro to the skirt sections BEFORE gathering it. It allowed for better (straighter) and more exact placement of the Velcro. <strong>Gathering: </strong> I marked the center of the skirt. I machine basted to the center mark, decreased my stitch length to 0 and made 2-3 locking stitches....then increased my stitch length back to 6 and machine basted to the end of the piece. When I gathered the skirt I pull one side at a time. As I pulled on the string and adjusted the gathers it would stop at the center locking stitches. Once I finished with one side I then pulled the other side which also stopped at my center mark. </div>
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Purchased a cute pattern made by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/KottonCandyPatterns">http://www.etsy.com/shop/KottonCandyPatterns</a>. In the process of sewing a dozen of them. I've streamlined the sewing process by making up all the collars and pockets first. Currently working on sewing all the lower halves of the dresses, then I will do all the upper halves. Not sure if it saves me time...but it feels like it does. Making matching headbands too. The PDF pattern is very detailed and has tons of "step by step" photos. I'd give this Teacher's Pet School Dress pattern an A+. Sosewsuzihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11951101866332926192noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5441673418344082260.post-45869744382616779672012-05-10T12:50:00.000-05:002012-05-10T13:42:28.125-05:00Printable - Shoppings for your doll<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Why I love my IPAD 2! I have to travel a good distance to visit my Grandchildren. I go so often to CO. that I have left a wardrobe there so I can travel light. I have a spare sewing machine stored there too, so I can enjoy visiting my Grandson and not miss sewing. Neat thing about the IPAD is that I can take all my PDF patterns for AG size doll clothes with me. When I want to sew all I have to do is print the pattern and with the IPAD I don't have to pick and choose which pattern(s) to take. I can bring all 120 plus of them.<br />
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