At just 10 1/2 inches, this little doll is small enough to be made quickly, but big enough to wear lots of adorable little outfits that aren’t too finicky to sew.
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The outfit includes a little pair of panties, blouse with sweet little tucks (plus a no-tuck version), a-line dress with pockets, bloomers, and cute little shoes. The dress can be worn alone, or as a jumber over the blouse. The blouse and bloomers make perfect pajamas! There's also a lovely nightgown with tucked detail on front and back. Even with all their adorable little details, all the clothing pieces are very quick and easy to sew.
Both the braided hair style and the ponytail variation combine the long, flowing hair that children love, with ultra-easy, no-crochet construction. Instructions for a clever and low-cost (or no-cost!) adjustable hair loom are also included.
Tutorial-style pattern is lavishly illustrated with large color photos, showing you all the step-by-step details. Lots of tips from my years of doll-making experience will help you make it fast and fun.
Skill level: basic sewing skills.
Materials for the doll:
** Un-spun wool batting for stuffing.
** 2-inch wide tubular cotton gauze (7 inches for each head).
** 1/4 yard cotton interlock knit in skin-tone of your choice (makes several dolls).
** Embroidery floss - red plus your choice of eye color (blue/black/brown/green).
** Thread to match doll skin fabric.
** Strong cotton craft thread.
** Red beeswax crayon for rosy cheeks (or a substitute).
** Wool or cotton yarn for hair.
Materials for the clothes:
** Scraps of soft woven cotton (if buying new, purchase 1/4 yard)
** Matching thread
** 1/8-inch and 1/4-inch elastic
** snap fasteners
Tools:
**Sewing machine
**Hand sewing/embroidery needle
**Long (5-inch) doll needle
**Surgical hemostats (optional but highly recommended)
Have any questions?
Contact the shop owner.
