Ellie also looked through all the #AmericanGirlDolls patterns from #Simplicity. She decided on #8280.
Instead of doing an overlay on the bodice and sleeves, Ellie decided to just use the snowflake fabric. And for the overskirt, she chose just a single layer of chiffon. This way the snowflake fabric of the underskirt would show through.
The hem of the overskirt was edged in silver ribbon.
Ellie then accessorized with black shoes a silver ribbon headband and a red bracelet.
Want to see how it turned out? Check out SewDolledUp.blogspot.com.
Tuesday, December 20, 2016
Sunday, December 18, 2016
Alicia's Snowflake Christmas Dress
Alicia (#JourneyGirl Kayla) was looking at the new #AmericanGirlDoll patterns from #Simplicity. She couldn't decide on a single look. She liked the sheer yoke on #8039 and the high low skirt on #8040.
We decided to blend the two looks. Given that the #JourneyGirl dolls are a bit smaller around than the #AmericanGirlDolls, adjustments were made so the bodice and yoke fit properly. The skirt was also adjusted to remove the casing for the elastic as it was being sewn to the bodice instead.
A red chiffon was used for the yoke an sleeves. The rest of the dress was cut from the snowflake fabric.
Along the yoke seam and the hem, a silver ribbon was added for sparkle.
Want to see pictures of how it came together? Check out SewDolledUp.blogspot.com.
We decided to blend the two looks. Given that the #JourneyGirl dolls are a bit smaller around than the #AmericanGirlDolls, adjustments were made so the bodice and yoke fit properly. The skirt was also adjusted to remove the casing for the elastic as it was being sewn to the bodice instead.
A red chiffon was used for the yoke an sleeves. The rest of the dress was cut from the snowflake fabric.
Along the yoke seam and the hem, a silver ribbon was added for sparkle.
Want to see pictures of how it came together? Check out SewDolledUp.blogspot.com.
Wednesday, December 14, 2016
Emily's Snowflake Christmas Dress
Emily, #WellieWishers Camille, was looking through the JC Penney holiday ad and noticed a dress in the ad she wanted. The dress had a sheer yoke, fitted bodice and circle skirt.
Using my skills from #LibertyJaneClothing Pattern Academy, I set out to draft the pattern for her. After a couple muslin tests, I reached the look Emily wanted.
I cut the yoke out of a red chiffon. The rest of the dress is cut from the snowflake fabric. The yoke was stitched to the bodice pieces, both the fabric and the lining pieces. Then the lining was stitched to the bodice at the neckline and armholes. Using a safety pin on each bottom of the back lining piece, the bodice was turned right side out.
The skirt was a quarter circle cut on the fold. The skirt was slightly gathered to the bodice then hemmed.
Emily finished the look out with a red ribbon headband, silver ribbon belt, red shoes and white tights.
To see pictures of this look, check out Flickr and SewDolledUp.blogspot.com.
Using my skills from #LibertyJaneClothing Pattern Academy, I set out to draft the pattern for her. After a couple muslin tests, I reached the look Emily wanted.
I cut the yoke out of a red chiffon. The rest of the dress is cut from the snowflake fabric. The yoke was stitched to the bodice pieces, both the fabric and the lining pieces. Then the lining was stitched to the bodice at the neckline and armholes. Using a safety pin on each bottom of the back lining piece, the bodice was turned right side out.
The skirt was a quarter circle cut on the fold. The skirt was slightly gathered to the bodice then hemmed.
Emily finished the look out with a red ribbon headband, silver ribbon belt, red shoes and white tights.
To see pictures of this look, check out Flickr and SewDolledUp.blogspot.com.
Sunday, December 11, 2016
Zelia's Snowflake Christmas
#Hearts4HeartsGirls Zelia thought she wanted the #LibertyJaneClothing UK Holiday outfit for her Christmas look, but it wasn't available in her size. So I shrunk the BFC Inc. version of the pattern to 77%. The #Hearts4HeartsGirls are closer in proportions to the BFC Inc. dolls than the #AmericanGirlDoll.
The top was cut from the snowflake fabric. Once the top was put together to the point of the waist elastic, Zelia tried it on. And decided she actually liked the look as a long loose tunic with just the silver ribbon tie at the waist better. So the final piece of elastic was not put in.
The leggings were made from a red rib knit.
Want to see the results of her look? Check out Flickr and SewDolledUp.blogspot.com for the pictures.
The top was cut from the snowflake fabric. Once the top was put together to the point of the waist elastic, Zelia tried it on. And decided she actually liked the look as a long loose tunic with just the silver ribbon tie at the waist better. So the final piece of elastic was not put in.
The leggings were made from a red rib knit.
Want to see the results of her look? Check out Flickr and SewDolledUp.blogspot.com for the pictures.
Monday, December 5, 2016
Anniversary Bride Barbie
While most of the bride #Barbie dolls I have made are for wedding presents, this time is was different. I was given wedding pictures and asked to make a #Barbie for a 45th wedding anniversary.
With all the "changes" #Barbie has undergone this year, the hardest part of doing a custom doll has become creating a pattern that fits. So first I had to create a sloper for this particular doll's body shape. A task that was complicated by the fact that unbeknownst to us when the doll was purchased, the doll is standing with one hip cocked higher than the other. Once I got the sloper, I was able to create the pattern.
This dress was the equivalent of a satin strapless dress with a full lace overlay. The lace goes to a collar around the neck, into long full sleeves gathered to a cuff at the wrist and then over the entire skirt to the floor.
Then beads were sewn onto the lace at planned intervals. I used 11/0 white glass beads (the original had pearl beads sewn every third flower).
The bouquet is red ribbon roses circled by white ribbon roses. And the stems were covered in a silver ribbon.
The headpiece is the glass beads strung on a wire to encircle the dolls head and then tulle gathered and sewn to the bead circle.
In the end, the look has a very 70s vibe to it.
Want to see the picture of how this look turned out? Check out SewDolledUp.blogspot.com.
With all the "changes" #Barbie has undergone this year, the hardest part of doing a custom doll has become creating a pattern that fits. So first I had to create a sloper for this particular doll's body shape. A task that was complicated by the fact that unbeknownst to us when the doll was purchased, the doll is standing with one hip cocked higher than the other. Once I got the sloper, I was able to create the pattern.
This dress was the equivalent of a satin strapless dress with a full lace overlay. The lace goes to a collar around the neck, into long full sleeves gathered to a cuff at the wrist and then over the entire skirt to the floor.
Then beads were sewn onto the lace at planned intervals. I used 11/0 white glass beads (the original had pearl beads sewn every third flower).
The bouquet is red ribbon roses circled by white ribbon roses. And the stems were covered in a silver ribbon.
The headpiece is the glass beads strung on a wire to encircle the dolls head and then tulle gathered and sewn to the bead circle.
In the end, the look has a very 70s vibe to it.
Want to see the picture of how this look turned out? Check out SewDolledUp.blogspot.com.
Wednesday, November 30, 2016
Megan's Snowflake Christmas Dress
For Megan (#welliewishers Willa) we decided to design a sleeveless look with a square neckline, empire waist and slightly gathered skirt.
The waist is accented with a silver ribbon. And the skirt has a silver ribbon stripe accent near the hem.
We are currently discussing the idea of a jacket to go over it as Christmas might not be the best time to go sleeveless, but so far it hasn't happened.
Megan paired her new shoes found on Etsy with this dress and red ribbons in her pigtails to complete the look.
To see how this turned out, check out SewDolledUp.blogspot.com.
Friday, November 25, 2016
Shola's Snowflake Jumper
In keeping with this year's Christmas theme of a red snowflake fabric and silver accents, #Hearts4HeartsGirls Shola decided she'd like a jumper and top.
Shola's picked out the LJC Hearts for Hearts Baseball Tee in a silver knit. The pattern pieces were laid out on the edges of a sequin knit. Most of the pieces were in the edges without sequin, but adjusted so that the sequin would appear at the top almost like a yoke.
Then for the jumper, she picked out the Forever 18 Inches Faux Button Jumper in the snowflake fabric. We found white buttons with red polka dots on them which blend into the print as the top had enough bling and the look didn't need more accents.
Shola also posed in front of the #AmericanGirlDoll Cozy Christmas Scene.
Want to see how the look turned out? Check out SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr.
Want to make either look for your doll? Check out #PixieFaire.
Shola's picked out the LJC Hearts for Hearts Baseball Tee in a silver knit. The pattern pieces were laid out on the edges of a sequin knit. Most of the pieces were in the edges without sequin, but adjusted so that the sequin would appear at the top almost like a yoke.
Then for the jumper, she picked out the Forever 18 Inches Faux Button Jumper in the snowflake fabric. We found white buttons with red polka dots on them which blend into the print as the top had enough bling and the look didn't need more accents.
Shola also posed in front of the #AmericanGirlDoll Cozy Christmas Scene.
Want to see how the look turned out? Check out SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr.
Want to make either look for your doll? Check out #PixieFaire.
Monday, November 21, 2016
Anna's Christmas Snowflake Top
Anna was checking out all the new patterns from the Simplicity sale and decided she really like the style of the view D dress from Simplicity 8282.
So we cut the view D dress out and put it together using all snowflake print fabric with a silver ribbon tie.
Once we had it all together, Anna felt the look was too fussy for her and wanted it as a top instead. So we cut off the ruffle and then re-hemmed. Then we added 1/8th inch silver ribbon at the yoke seam.
Paired with her jeans, Anna felt the top was a much better fit for her personality and body shape.
Anna also posed in front of the Cozy Christmas Scene from #AmericanGirlDoll.
Want to see the pictures? Check out SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr.
So we cut the view D dress out and put it together using all snowflake print fabric with a silver ribbon tie.
Once we had it all together, Anna felt the look was too fussy for her and wanted it as a top instead. So we cut off the ruffle and then re-hemmed. Then we added 1/8th inch silver ribbon at the yoke seam.
Paired with her jeans, Anna felt the top was a much better fit for her personality and body shape.
Anna also posed in front of the Cozy Christmas Scene from #AmericanGirlDoll.
Want to see the pictures? Check out SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr.
Tuesday, November 15, 2016
Laura's Christmas Snowflake Dress
With a mere 40 days left until Christmas, we have picked a snowflake print fabric for everyone's Christmas looks.
Laura was the first to have her look completed. She chose the Clarisse's Closet Keyhole dress mini skirt view pattern from #PixieFaire.
The main dress (from the keyhole down) was cut from the snowflake fabric. Then the yoke above the keyhole was cut from red chiffon. The look received its sparkle accent with a silver ribbon belt.
And apparently Laura was thinking Christmas in a warm climate, as she insisted on leaving the dress sleeveless.
For taking this years pictures, we got the Christmas background from the #AmericanGirlDoll store.
Want to see pictures? Check out how the look turned out at SewDolledUp.blogspot.com or Flickr.
Want to make the look yourself? Download the pattern from #PixieFaire.
Laura was the first to have her look completed. She chose the Clarisse's Closet Keyhole dress mini skirt view pattern from #PixieFaire.
The main dress (from the keyhole down) was cut from the snowflake fabric. Then the yoke above the keyhole was cut from red chiffon. The look received its sparkle accent with a silver ribbon belt.
And apparently Laura was thinking Christmas in a warm climate, as she insisted on leaving the dress sleeveless.
For taking this years pictures, we got the Christmas background from the #AmericanGirlDoll store.
Want to see pictures? Check out how the look turned out at SewDolledUp.blogspot.com or Flickr.
Want to make the look yourself? Download the pattern from #PixieFaire.
Saturday, November 12, 2016
Owl Pajamas
Afrer hitting a recent Simplicity pattern sale, Ellie decided she needed new pajamas. So she picked out an owl print fat quarter and then some coordinating fabric and bias tape.
The pants were a crop pant style with side slits made from the owl print fabric. The pants have an elastic waist.
The main fabric of the top is also the owl print. The top has a blue band mimicing a second layer underneath. The top is trimmed with a pink bias tape.
Check out this look at SewDolledUp.blogspot.com.
The pants were a crop pant style with side slits made from the owl print fabric. The pants have an elastic waist.
The main fabric of the top is also the owl print. The top has a blue band mimicing a second layer underneath. The top is trimmed with a pink bias tape.
Check out this look at SewDolledUp.blogspot.com.
Tuesday, October 25, 2016
Flowered UK Holiday Top
To go with her new coat, we decided to make Kaylie the #LibertyJaneCompany UK Holiday Top and leggings.
The the top was cut from a fat quarter with a large flower design, despite the pattern being for knits as we didn't have a cute knit print available. The neckline, sleeves and waist have elastic. Our top ended up blousing over the elastic casing.
The leggings were cut from a red tank top we found on clearance.
For pictures of #AmericanGirlDoll Ellie modeling this look, check out SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr.
To get the pattern, check out #PixieFaire.
The the top was cut from a fat quarter with a large flower design, despite the pattern being for knits as we didn't have a cute knit print available. The neckline, sleeves and waist have elastic. Our top ended up blousing over the elastic casing.
The leggings were cut from a red tank top we found on clearance.
For pictures of #AmericanGirlDoll Ellie modeling this look, check out SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr.
To get the pattern, check out #PixieFaire.
Saturday, October 22, 2016
Red Stratford Swing Coat
So Kaylie's birthday is coming up. While planning what she might want for her birthday, the #LibertyJaneClothing Stratford Swing coat was the freebie Friday pattern.
The Stratford Swing coat looked like a fun challenge so we chose a red fabric and sparkly red buttons as red is her favorite color.
This pattern is definitely not for a beginner. The coat has welt pockets, triangle seams, and pleats in the back. All the fun details that make something cute, but difficult to put together.
To see pictures of#AmericanGirlDoll Ellie modeling the look, check out SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr.
To get the pattern, check out #PixieFaire.
The Stratford Swing coat looked like a fun challenge so we chose a red fabric and sparkly red buttons as red is her favorite color.
This pattern is definitely not for a beginner. The coat has welt pockets, triangle seams, and pleats in the back. All the fun details that make something cute, but difficult to put together.
To see pictures of#AmericanGirlDoll Ellie modeling the look, check out SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr.
To get the pattern, check out #PixieFaire.
Saturday, October 15, 2016
1960s Ava Dress
Lately it seems like I'm getting very little sewing done around everything else. Fortunately, the new Eden Ava Couture 1960s Ava Dress for #AmericanGirlDoll on #PixieFaire was a quick and easy pattern to put together.
I found a cute red and orange print in the fat quarters that had a bit of that 60s feel to it. Then because I had only purchased one of the fat quarters, I used a red polka dot fabric for the lining. Instead of doing a contrasting top and skirt, I cut both out in the print.
The dress features a sweetheart neckline, an empire waist and is sleeveless. It is also fully line and unzips down the back.
I put a red lace trim across the waist seam. And then Ellie used the lace to create a headband.
We paired the dress with black tights and black shoes for the pictures.
To see pictures of this look, check out SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr.
Check out the pattern for yourself. Get it at #PixieFaire.
I found a cute red and orange print in the fat quarters that had a bit of that 60s feel to it. Then because I had only purchased one of the fat quarters, I used a red polka dot fabric for the lining. Instead of doing a contrasting top and skirt, I cut both out in the print.
The dress features a sweetheart neckline, an empire waist and is sleeveless. It is also fully line and unzips down the back.
I put a red lace trim across the waist seam. And then Ellie used the lace to create a headband.
We paired the dress with black tights and black shoes for the pictures.
To see pictures of this look, check out SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr.
Check out the pattern for yourself. Get it at #PixieFaire.
Monday, October 10, 2016
High Low Keyhole Dress
When the girls caught sight of the high low hem version of Clarisse's Closet Keyhole Dress from #PixieFaire, they suggested with the right fabrics it would make a cute party dress.
After some discussion, we decided on a lavender satin for the main dress with a sparkled sheer overlay. Then for the yoke and high low hem instead of doing a contrasting fabric, we'd use a sparkle netting under the sheer overlay.
The end result, a sheer yoke and a sheer hemline.
To pull this off, I deviated from the instructions slightly. For the yoke, I stitched the keyhole section and the neckline with the facing to the right side of the sheer. Next I turned the piece inside out. For the lower section of the keyhole, I stitched the right side of the sheer to the wrong side of the satin. Then clipped the seam, turned it to the inside and top stitched. Then I stitched the yoke to the lower bodice and top stitched the seams and the top side of the keyhole. I also stitched the right side of the sheer to the wrong side of the back piece at the neckline, clipped the seam and turned it inside. After top stitching the neckline, I was back in line with the pattern directions.
For the high low section of the skirt, I also adjusted the directions by stitching the netting to the right side of the sheer at the hem and then turning the seam to the inside for a cleaner finish with the sheer fabric.
After completing the lavender one, the girls decided instead they each needed one in their favorite colors. So the process was repeated in pink and then in red.
Want to see how this turned out? Check out SewDolledUp.blogspot.com.
Want to see how all three look together? Check out Flickr.
Think your doll would like to wear this look? Get the pattern on #PixieFaire. This look also works for the #JourneyGirl doll, just gather the waist to 4 inches instead of 6.
After some discussion, we decided on a lavender satin for the main dress with a sparkled sheer overlay. Then for the yoke and high low hem instead of doing a contrasting fabric, we'd use a sparkle netting under the sheer overlay.
The end result, a sheer yoke and a sheer hemline.
To pull this off, I deviated from the instructions slightly. For the yoke, I stitched the keyhole section and the neckline with the facing to the right side of the sheer. Next I turned the piece inside out. For the lower section of the keyhole, I stitched the right side of the sheer to the wrong side of the satin. Then clipped the seam, turned it to the inside and top stitched. Then I stitched the yoke to the lower bodice and top stitched the seams and the top side of the keyhole. I also stitched the right side of the sheer to the wrong side of the back piece at the neckline, clipped the seam and turned it inside. After top stitching the neckline, I was back in line with the pattern directions.
For the high low section of the skirt, I also adjusted the directions by stitching the netting to the right side of the sheer at the hem and then turning the seam to the inside for a cleaner finish with the sheer fabric.
After completing the lavender one, the girls decided instead they each needed one in their favorite colors. So the process was repeated in pink and then in red.
Want to see how this turned out? Check out SewDolledUp.blogspot.com.
Want to see how all three look together? Check out Flickr.
Think your doll would like to wear this look? Get the pattern on #PixieFaire. This look also works for the #JourneyGirl doll, just gather the waist to 4 inches instead of 6.
Friday, October 7, 2016
Spring Fling
Now that my sewing room is almost put back together, I took on another test pattern for #welliewishers.
The Spring Fling dress by Di's Dolly Designs on #PixieFaire is a simple low waist dress with petal sleeves.
I picked out a purple flowered print and white ribbon.
The bodice has a simple faced neckline. The sleeves are edged with a white bias tape as I couldn't easily locate the correct size ribbon in my stash.
The skirt is an aline and attaches to the low waist line of the bodice. This seam is accented with a ribbon belt.
Interested in the pattern? Get it at #PixieFaire.
Check out SewDolledUp.blogspot.com for pictures of this look.
The Spring Fling dress by Di's Dolly Designs on #PixieFaire is a simple low waist dress with petal sleeves.
I picked out a purple flowered print and white ribbon.
The bodice has a simple faced neckline. The sleeves are edged with a white bias tape as I couldn't easily locate the correct size ribbon in my stash.
The skirt is an aline and attaches to the low waist line of the bodice. This seam is accented with a ribbon belt.
Interested in the pattern? Get it at #PixieFaire.
Check out SewDolledUp.blogspot.com for pictures of this look.
Tuesday, September 20, 2016
Peach Keyhole Dress
As a change of pace from all the 14 inch doll clothes, I decided to try out the Keyhole Dress by #ClarissesCloset on #PixieFaire.
The dress features a keyhole opening between the yoke and the bodice. For this look, I chose the mini skirt version.
I used a solid peach cotton for the yoke and a print for the remainder of the skirt. The entire look could be cut from a single fat quarter if desired.
I gathered the front bodice to 4 inches instead of the 6 in the instructions so it was a better fit for Alicia (#JourneyGirl Kayla). To keep the gathers from stretching as I sewed I placed a pin on the wrong side of the fabric at each end of the gathers and wrapped my gathering threads around the pin. This held the gather to my specific measurement eliminating the risk of the area stretching wider.
After the skirt was gathered to the bodice, I used a silver ribbon to create the look of a belt and add a hint of sparkle.
For the photos Alicia and I went out to the Monarch Cafe and she posed in front of the asters.
Chefk out SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr for pictures of this look.
The dress features a keyhole opening between the yoke and the bodice. For this look, I chose the mini skirt version.
I used a solid peach cotton for the yoke and a print for the remainder of the skirt. The entire look could be cut from a single fat quarter if desired.
I gathered the front bodice to 4 inches instead of the 6 in the instructions so it was a better fit for Alicia (#JourneyGirl Kayla). To keep the gathers from stretching as I sewed I placed a pin on the wrong side of the fabric at each end of the gathers and wrapped my gathering threads around the pin. This held the gather to my specific measurement eliminating the risk of the area stretching wider.
After the skirt was gathered to the bodice, I used a silver ribbon to create the look of a belt and add a hint of sparkle.
For the photos Alicia and I went out to the Monarch Cafe and she posed in front of the asters.
Chefk out SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr for pictures of this look.
Monday, September 12, 2016
Emily's Picture Day Dress
As school was starting back up, the new Crabapples School Girl Dress for #WellieWishers was placed in the test queue.
It looked like fun, so I decided to do the Picture Day version. This look has a pin-tucked yoke, two layers of skirt and the sleeves are banded.
Emily (#WellieWishers Camille) wanted to model the dress, so we picked out two different blue prints. A lighter blue with dark blue flowers for the main fabric and a darker blue for the contrasting fabric. Then we used white for the pin-tucked yoke.
While pin-tucking is not something I'm overwhelming confident of my skills in, the directions made it easy to get them correct and properly spaced.
And if the look wasn't complicated enough given I was working on it around the butterflies and audits at work, I decided to do the heirloom construction. So inside my dress, you do not see a single seam. If you don't have time to do a bunch of hand sewing, I recommend sticking to the standard construction.
I finished the look off with a butterfly charm as a broach instead of putting buttons on the yoke.
Want to see how it turned out? Watch SewDolledUp.blogspot.com for the picture.
Want to make it for your #WellieWisher? Get the pattern on Pixie Faire.
It looked like fun, so I decided to do the Picture Day version. This look has a pin-tucked yoke, two layers of skirt and the sleeves are banded.
Emily (#WellieWishers Camille) wanted to model the dress, so we picked out two different blue prints. A lighter blue with dark blue flowers for the main fabric and a darker blue for the contrasting fabric. Then we used white for the pin-tucked yoke.
While pin-tucking is not something I'm overwhelming confident of my skills in, the directions made it easy to get them correct and properly spaced.
And if the look wasn't complicated enough given I was working on it around the butterflies and audits at work, I decided to do the heirloom construction. So inside my dress, you do not see a single seam. If you don't have time to do a bunch of hand sewing, I recommend sticking to the standard construction.
I finished the look off with a butterfly charm as a broach instead of putting buttons on the yoke.
Want to see how it turned out? Watch SewDolledUp.blogspot.com for the picture.
Want to make it for your #WellieWisher? Get the pattern on Pixie Faire.
Tuesday, September 6, 2016
1930s Ruffled Play Dress
I was testing the Eden Eva Couture 1930s Ruffled Play Dress for #WellieWishers the other day. And when I got done, I concluded that it fit my #Hearts4HeartsGirls better. This pattern is also available in #AmericanGirlDoll size.
I used a solid hot pink fabric for the collar and a white fabric with a pink and green print for the main dress. Then accented with hot pink ribbon.
The pattern called for serging the bottom edge of the ruffles in a contrasting color. Given I misplaced the instruction book for my serger in the move adjusting the settings on it to do the small decorative serged edge was not an easy thing to attempt, so instead I sewed 1/8" hot pink ribbon to the bottom edge of the ruffles.
My belt is a hot pink grosgrain ribbon with the fastener coming off the straps of an old tank top.
All in all, I think it turned out cute, but I would have liked to see the ruffles be a bit fuller. Not sure if maybe I messed up a step as the pattern picture shows a fuller ruffle as well.
Check out SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr for pictures of #Hearts4Hearts Zelia in this look.
I used a solid hot pink fabric for the collar and a white fabric with a pink and green print for the main dress. Then accented with hot pink ribbon.
The pattern called for serging the bottom edge of the ruffles in a contrasting color. Given I misplaced the instruction book for my serger in the move adjusting the settings on it to do the small decorative serged edge was not an easy thing to attempt, so instead I sewed 1/8" hot pink ribbon to the bottom edge of the ruffles.
My belt is a hot pink grosgrain ribbon with the fastener coming off the straps of an old tank top.
All in all, I think it turned out cute, but I would have liked to see the ruffles be a bit fuller. Not sure if maybe I messed up a step as the pattern picture shows a fuller ruffle as well.
Check out SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr for pictures of #Hearts4Hearts Zelia in this look.
Monday, September 5, 2016
Timeless Schoolgirl Skirt
The other day I made the new Timeless Schoolgirl Skirt from #Forever18Inches on #PixieFaire.
To go with the skirt I created a peplum top in a blue print (fabric leftovers from the #heartsforheartsgirls Mackenzie dress).
The skirt fits both #welliewishers and #heartsforheartsgirls. Given the large number of #welliewishers looks I've posted lately #heartsforheartsgirls Shola decided to model this look.
Watch SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr for pictures of this look.
To go with the skirt I created a peplum top in a blue print (fabric leftovers from the #heartsforheartsgirls Mackenzie dress).
The skirt fits both #welliewishers and #heartsforheartsgirls. Given the large number of #welliewishers looks I've posted lately #heartsforheartsgirls Shola decided to model this look.
Watch SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr for pictures of this look.
Saturday, September 3, 2016
Pink Butterflies
Between my day job and the butterflies, I've not gotten a whole lot of anything posted lately. However, in honor of the 60th butterfly to fly away (it appears tomorrow is that day), I decided to make a-line butterfly print dresses.
The dresses had a mind of their own and ended up not being a good fit and before long the look had an elastic waist.
The neckline, armholes and hem were finished with bias tape.
And in case it wasn't totally clear, there's two dresses. On for #welliewishers and one for #AmericanGirlDoll.
Watch SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr for pictures.
The dresses had a mind of their own and ended up not being a good fit and before long the look had an elastic waist.
The neckline, armholes and hem were finished with bias tape.
And in case it wasn't totally clear, there's two dresses. On for #welliewishers and one for #AmericanGirlDoll.
Watch SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr for pictures.
Tuesday, August 9, 2016
Rosie Romper
And its another #WellieWishers pattern.....
The #GennieWrenDesigns Rosie Romper pattern was a fun test.
For the fabric two hot pink polka dot prints were paired. The tested look is view B on the pattern with the sweetheart neckline instead of the piping. It was a tough decision as view C was a really cute short version and perhaps I'll make view C next.
The leg ruffles and the back bow were made in a bigger polka dot print than the main fabric of the romper.
To see the pictures of this look, check out Flickr and SewDolledUp.blogspot.com.
Make this look for your #WellieWisher. Get the pattern on #PixieFaire.
The #GennieWrenDesigns Rosie Romper pattern was a fun test.
For the fabric two hot pink polka dot prints were paired. The tested look is view B on the pattern with the sweetheart neckline instead of the piping. It was a tough decision as view C was a really cute short version and perhaps I'll make view C next.
The leg ruffles and the back bow were made in a bigger polka dot print than the main fabric of the romper.
To see the pictures of this look, check out Flickr and SewDolledUp.blogspot.com.
Make this look for your #WellieWisher. Get the pattern on #PixieFaire.
Tuesday, August 2, 2016
Purple Dreams
The #PixieFaire free pattern a couple weeks ago was the Liberty Jane drawstring shorts. Kaylie really liked the pattern and her birthday is just around the corner given how fast time is flying. So Ellie and I decided to surprise her.
Ellie picked out a purple watercolor print for the fabric and purple ribbon for the drawstring instead of the matching fabric. Then using leftover fabric we created a matching camisole with ribbon straps.
Check out Flickr and SewDolledUp.blogspot.com to view the pictures of Ellie modeling this look.
Get the pattern to make it yourself on #PixieFaire.
Ellie picked out a purple watercolor print for the fabric and purple ribbon for the drawstring instead of the matching fabric. Then using leftover fabric we created a matching camisole with ribbon straps.
Check out Flickr and SewDolledUp.blogspot.com to view the pictures of Ellie modeling this look.
Get the pattern to make it yourself on #PixieFaire.
Wednesday, July 27, 2016
OMG Overalls
Its been a busy week in the test group as everyone is all excited about their new #WellieWishers.
The OMG Overalls by #QT∏on #PixieFaire have also been resized to fit the #WellieWishers. These are a great design particularly for #WellieWishers Kendall as they have all the pockets of a pair of carpenter overalls.
I was able to cut the entire pattern out using one fat quarter of lavender fabric with small polka dots. I decided to take on the challenge of all the pockets (one on the bib, one on each side in the front, two back pockets, the rectangular pocket in the back) and the hammer loop. There is a simplified version without them.
Given the doll's size, the pocket did make the project more challenging.
For the picture, Emily ended up pairing it with her blue t-shirt as we have yet to get another one made for her.
Check out Flickr and SewDolledUp.blogspot.com for pictures of this look.
What to make it for your #WellieWisher? Get the pattern at #PixieFaire.
The OMG Overalls by #QT∏on #PixieFaire have also been resized to fit the #WellieWishers. These are a great design particularly for #WellieWishers Kendall as they have all the pockets of a pair of carpenter overalls.
I was able to cut the entire pattern out using one fat quarter of lavender fabric with small polka dots. I decided to take on the challenge of all the pockets (one on the bib, one on each side in the front, two back pockets, the rectangular pocket in the back) and the hammer loop. There is a simplified version without them.
Given the doll's size, the pocket did make the project more challenging.
For the picture, Emily ended up pairing it with her blue t-shirt as we have yet to get another one made for her.
Check out Flickr and SewDolledUp.blogspot.com for pictures of this look.
What to make it for your #WellieWisher? Get the pattern at #PixieFaire.
Sunday, July 24, 2016
Emily's Mackenzie Dress
The Mackenzie Dress by #GenniewrenDesigns has made its way onto this blog a number of times now. And once again here it is.
I love how easy it goes together, from cutting out the pattern to done in a couple hours. The last two times I've done some machine embroidery on the bodice. This time I let the print and the trim do all the decorative work as it was squeezed into a busy schedule to test it.
The fabric was a white fat quarter with pink and teal butterflies. And instead of piping, I used a teal lace. This time I chose the a-line skirt view.
Watch BecomingSewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr for pictures of this look.
Want to make the look yourself? Get the pattern on #PixieFaire.
I love how easy it goes together, from cutting out the pattern to done in a couple hours. The last two times I've done some machine embroidery on the bodice. This time I let the print and the trim do all the decorative work as it was squeezed into a busy schedule to test it.
The fabric was a white fat quarter with pink and teal butterflies. And instead of piping, I used a teal lace. This time I chose the a-line skirt view.
Watch BecomingSewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr for pictures of this look.
Want to make the look yourself? Get the pattern on #PixieFaire.
Saturday, July 16, 2016
Megan's Sandals
#WrenFeathers summer sew along week 4 had a pair of "fourth of July " sandals as one of the projects. Megan and Emily have been eyeing the pattern thinking sandals would be so much cooler for the summer than wellies.
Instead of using red,white and blue fabric we chose sparkly white and silver fabric thinking it would go with more outfits.
To avoid glue issues,we got sticky back foam sheets for the sole and sole lining. While this method doesn't require waiting for the glue to dry, it is very unforgiving. If you don't have it correct the first time, then you have to start over. Once the sticky side of the sole touches the sticky side of the sole lining there is no going back.
Watch SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr for pictures of the sandals.
This was a "no sew" project.
Instead of using red,white and blue fabric we chose sparkly white and silver fabric thinking it would go with more outfits.
To avoid glue issues,we got sticky back foam sheets for the sole and sole lining. While this method doesn't require waiting for the glue to dry, it is very unforgiving. If you don't have it correct the first time, then you have to start over. Once the sticky side of the sole touches the sticky side of the sole lining there is no going back.
Watch SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr for pictures of the sandals.
This was a "no sew" project.
Saturday, July 9, 2016
Megan's 50s Polka Dots
One of my all time favorite patterns is the #keepersdollyduds 50s pattern for #AmericanGirlDoll.
In the past I altered it to fit the #heartsforheartsgirls. So I found myself wondering how much I'd need to adjust it to fit the #welliewishers.
It turns out that just shrinking it from the #AmericanGirlDoll pattern with no further alterations made a perfect fit.
So Megan and I decided to use a pink polka-dot combo of fabrics. The bodice is pink with pin prick sized polka-dots and the skirt has slightly larger polka-dots. A piece of white lace was sewn between the bodice and skirt as they were sewn together.
The results were darling. Megan could easily pass for #AmericanGirlDoll Mary Ellen's little sister.
To see the look, check Flickr and SewDolledUp.blogspot.com.
In the past I altered it to fit the #heartsforheartsgirls. So I found myself wondering how much I'd need to adjust it to fit the #welliewishers.
It turns out that just shrinking it from the #AmericanGirlDoll pattern with no further alterations made a perfect fit.
So Megan and I decided to use a pink polka-dot combo of fabrics. The bodice is pink with pin prick sized polka-dots and the skirt has slightly larger polka-dots. A piece of white lace was sewn between the bodice and skirt as they were sewn together.
The results were darling. Megan could easily pass for #AmericanGirlDoll Mary Ellen's little sister.
To see the look, check Flickr and SewDolledUp.blogspot.com.
Thursday, July 7, 2016
Emily's Jumper
With new dolls come new patterns to test and the #WellieWishers are no exception.
#Forever18Inches brought out the Faux Button Jumper in a #WellieWishers size (this jumper is also available in the #AmericanGirlDoll and the #Hearts4HeartsGirls sizes as well as several others). Emily picked out a blue and gray star pattern fabric for the jumper with white star buttons.
The jumper features a placket with buttons down the front and the straps are attached with buttons at the front. Then the straps snap in the back. This look does not open with the buttons, but rather pulls up over the hips.
Then she picked out a blue knit for her t-shirt to wear underneath. The T-shirt was made from the Trendy T-Shirt pattern by Liberty Jane available free on #PixieFaire.
While not featured yet, Emily is eyeing the 4th of July sandals from this week's #Wrenfeathers Summer Sew Along. Watch future posts to see if she gets them.
To see pictures of this look, check out Flickr and SewDolledUp.blogspot.com.
#Forever18Inches brought out the Faux Button Jumper in a #WellieWishers size (this jumper is also available in the #AmericanGirlDoll and the #Hearts4HeartsGirls sizes as well as several others). Emily picked out a blue and gray star pattern fabric for the jumper with white star buttons.
The jumper features a placket with buttons down the front and the straps are attached with buttons at the front. Then the straps snap in the back. This look does not open with the buttons, but rather pulls up over the hips.
Then she picked out a blue knit for her t-shirt to wear underneath. The T-shirt was made from the Trendy T-Shirt pattern by Liberty Jane available free on #PixieFaire.
While not featured yet, Emily is eyeing the 4th of July sandals from this week's #Wrenfeathers Summer Sew Along. Watch future posts to see if she gets them.
To see pictures of this look, check out Flickr and SewDolledUp.blogspot.com.
Monday, July 4, 2016
Meet Emily
As mentioned in my last post, #welliewishers Camille also joined our doll family.
My girls decided to rename her to Emily.
For her social media debut, I made Emily a blue polka dot dress to match Megan's.
To see Emily's picture check out SewDolledUp.blogspot.com.
See Megan and Emily together in their matching dresses on Flickr.
My girls decided to rename her to Emily.
For her social media debut, I made Emily a blue polka dot dress to match Megan's.
To see Emily's picture check out SewDolledUp.blogspot.com.
See Megan and Emily together in their matching dresses on Flickr.
Thursday, June 30, 2016
Meet Megan
Last week #AmericanGirlDoll introduced anew line of dolls called #welliewishers.
They were so cute and there was free shipping through the end of the month,so I couldn't resist and ended up ordering Willa and Camille.
My girls weren't impressed with the names, so we renamed Willa to Megan.
To introduce Megan I made a sleeveless mint polka dot dress with a fitted bodice and circle skirt. A piece of white lace was sewn into the waist seam.
The pattern was my first attempt at making a pattern for the #welliewishers.
Watch SewDolledUp.blogspot.com to see this look and meet Megan.
They were so cute and there was free shipping through the end of the month,so I couldn't resist and ended up ordering Willa and Camille.
My girls weren't impressed with the names, so we renamed Willa to Megan.
To introduce Megan I made a sleeveless mint polka dot dress with a fitted bodice and circle skirt. A piece of white lace was sewn into the waist seam.
The pattern was my first attempt at making a pattern for the #welliewishers.
Watch SewDolledUp.blogspot.com to see this look and meet Megan.
Wednesday, June 1, 2016
Swing Time Halter Dress
For a little relaxation on my holiday weekend, I decided to try out the new pattern from #Forever18Inches, Swing Time Halter Dress & Top.
I chose fabric with patriotic colors and a butterfly and flower design. I originally cut out the View 1 dress as my fat quarter did not stretch far enough for the View 2 ruffles and I only had one. I was able to get everything but the lining pieces cut out from the fat quarter.
Then I started thinking maybe I'd do something different and make the top instead. I've been doing a lot of dresses lately and here was a chance to deviate. So I cut the skirt piece off at the cutting lines for the top.
Then I started second guessing my decision, but it was already too late. I had cut the fabric. So I started to wonder if there was a way to put it back together without compromising the look and realized that I could stitch a piece of lace between the two edges and put the skirt back together. And add a decorative detail at the same time. However after consulting my "experts", we decided that it would be more fun as a top that could be styled many different ways than as a dress.
I used a blue ribbon for the straps/ties as my fat quarter did not stretch far enough to cut out the fabric straps.
Watch for this look on Flickr and SewDolledUp.blogspot.com.
Get this pattern on #PixieFairehttp://www.pixiefaire.com/products/swing-time-halter-dress-top-18-doll-clothes.
I chose fabric with patriotic colors and a butterfly and flower design. I originally cut out the View 1 dress as my fat quarter did not stretch far enough for the View 2 ruffles and I only had one. I was able to get everything but the lining pieces cut out from the fat quarter.
Then I started thinking maybe I'd do something different and make the top instead. I've been doing a lot of dresses lately and here was a chance to deviate. So I cut the skirt piece off at the cutting lines for the top.
Then I started second guessing my decision, but it was already too late. I had cut the fabric. So I started to wonder if there was a way to put it back together without compromising the look and realized that I could stitch a piece of lace between the two edges and put the skirt back together. And add a decorative detail at the same time. However after consulting my "experts", we decided that it would be more fun as a top that could be styled many different ways than as a dress.
I used a blue ribbon for the straps/ties as my fat quarter did not stretch far enough to cut out the fabric straps.
Watch for this look on Flickr and SewDolledUp.blogspot.com.
Get this pattern on #PixieFairehttp://www.pixiefaire.com/products/swing-time-halter-dress-top-18-doll-clothes.
Monday, May 30, 2016
May Flowers and Butterflies
Recently #WrenFeathers published a pattern on her blog for April's May Flowers dress designed for the #OurGenerationGirl dolls.
I decided to give it a try. So I chose a fat quarter with both flowers and butterflies on it. After all it is still May and thus Butterfly Month although I may continue the them into June as I still have a few butterfly looks in the works that haven't gotten complete yet. I was able to get the entire look from a single fat quarter, except that my skirt was only 22 inches wide instead of 31 like the pattern called for.
Although the pattern was designed for the larger #OurGenerationGirl dolls, with a few minor adjustments to the side seams and increasing the back overlap, I created a cute look for Alicia, my #JourneyGirl doll.
Watch Flickr and SewDolledUp.blogspot.com for pictures of this look.
Check out the Wren Feathers blog for this pattern.
I decided to give it a try. So I chose a fat quarter with both flowers and butterflies on it. After all it is still May and thus Butterfly Month although I may continue the them into June as I still have a few butterfly looks in the works that haven't gotten complete yet. I was able to get the entire look from a single fat quarter, except that my skirt was only 22 inches wide instead of 31 like the pattern called for.
Although the pattern was designed for the larger #OurGenerationGirl dolls, with a few minor adjustments to the side seams and increasing the back overlap, I created a cute look for Alicia, my #JourneyGirl doll.
Watch Flickr and SewDolledUp.blogspot.com for pictures of this look.
Check out the Wren Feathers blog for this pattern.
Thursday, May 12, 2016
Up Sizing a Party Dress
A few months ago after posting my party dress for #heartsforheartsgirls, I received a request to make the look for #AmericanGirlDoll Grace and her girl.
While I don't have the girl's look done yet, as it takes measurements I haven't received. I have made progress on the other look.
Two prototypes later, I have a pattern and two dresses my nieces will enjoy.
The first prototype was made in a purple flowered cotton. The goal was to test fit of my first pattern draft, but when I was finished I was left thinking it looked cute on its own.
The second prototype was made in a pink cotton with butterflies on it. The goal was to test the changes I'd made to the pattern. It also turned out to be a cute dress, which left me thinking about putting velcro down the back and giving it to Hailey or Kayley.
This got me thinking about the first prototype and if maybe I could hand finish the armholes and neckline and they could enjoy it as well. In the process I ended up deciding to lower the neckline a bit more as well.
After all this, I think I'm ready to finally dig out the purple and sheer fabric.
Curious about the look? Watch Flickr for pictures of both prototypes and the end result. And watch SewDolledUp.blogspot.com for pictures of the end result.
Before long I hope to get the girls look drafted as well.
While I don't have the girl's look done yet, as it takes measurements I haven't received. I have made progress on the other look.
Two prototypes later, I have a pattern and two dresses my nieces will enjoy.
The first prototype was made in a purple flowered cotton. The goal was to test fit of my first pattern draft, but when I was finished I was left thinking it looked cute on its own.
The second prototype was made in a pink cotton with butterflies on it. The goal was to test the changes I'd made to the pattern. It also turned out to be a cute dress, which left me thinking about putting velcro down the back and giving it to Hailey or Kayley.
This got me thinking about the first prototype and if maybe I could hand finish the armholes and neckline and they could enjoy it as well. In the process I ended up deciding to lower the neckline a bit more as well.
After all this, I think I'm ready to finally dig out the purple and sheer fabric.
Curious about the look? Watch Flickr for pictures of both prototypes and the end result. And watch SewDolledUp.blogspot.com for pictures of the end result.
Before long I hope to get the girls look drafted as well.
Friday, May 6, 2016
Cat's Meow Vintage Romper
For the first butterfly look of the month I have used a purple fabric with white butterflies and then belted it with a butterfly trim.
The pattern? Cat's Meow Vintage Romper by #Forever18Inches on #PixieFaire.
The look is a square necked bodice with ruffled sleeves and full shorts. The bodice is princess seamed and fully lined. The shorts have a single pleat in the front lining up with the princess seam of the bodice.
There are two size options in the pattern, one for dolls with a waist smaller than 10.5 inches and one for dolls with a waist larger than 10.5 inches.
#OurGenerationGirl Anna is modeling this look. She has a waist measurement of 11 inches, so I cut out on the bigger lines.
Check out the pictures on Flickr and SewDolledUp.blogspot.com.
Want to make this look? Get it on #PixieFaire.
The pattern? Cat's Meow Vintage Romper by #Forever18Inches on #PixieFaire.
The look is a square necked bodice with ruffled sleeves and full shorts. The bodice is princess seamed and fully lined. The shorts have a single pleat in the front lining up with the princess seam of the bodice.
There are two size options in the pattern, one for dolls with a waist smaller than 10.5 inches and one for dolls with a waist larger than 10.5 inches.
#OurGenerationGirl Anna is modeling this look. She has a waist measurement of 11 inches, so I cut out on the bigger lines.
Check out the pictures on Flickr and SewDolledUp.blogspot.com.
Want to make this look? Get it on #PixieFaire.
Tuesday, May 3, 2016
Mackenzie Dress with Olaf
Although I had planned to make May a month full of butterflies......butterfly fabric, appliques, etc, the Mackenzie Dress for #Hearts4HeartsGirls by #GenniewrenDesigns has published on #PixieFaire.
I loved this pattern in the #AmericanGirlDoll size (it is also available for Kidz N Cats dolls and A Girl for All Time, neither of which I have at present). So when I saw the pattern for #Hearts4HeartsGirls, I couldn't resist. I enjoy sewing for the smaller doll.
I did not even use a whole fat quarter even though I used the full skirt option this time. Then with my niece in mind, I sewed an #Olaf applique on the bodice. I ended up using a lace trim instead of the recommended piping.
Watch Flickr and SewDolledUp.blogspot.com for pictures of this look.
Want to make it yourself? Check it out on #PixieFaire.
I loved this pattern in the #AmericanGirlDoll size (it is also available for Kidz N Cats dolls and A Girl for All Time, neither of which I have at present). So when I saw the pattern for #Hearts4HeartsGirls, I couldn't resist. I enjoy sewing for the smaller doll.
I did not even use a whole fat quarter even though I used the full skirt option this time. Then with my niece in mind, I sewed an #Olaf applique on the bodice. I ended up using a lace trim instead of the recommended piping.
Watch Flickr and SewDolledUp.blogspot.com for pictures of this look.
Want to make it yourself? Check it out on #PixieFaire.
Tuesday, April 26, 2016
Slumberland for Alicia
Once again I've been pattern testing for Pixie Faire. This time a look by Doll Tag Clothing for #JourneyGirl dolls called Slumberland.
The pattern is for a pajamas set and a play dress. I was able to cut out everything but the lining from a single fat quarter. I used a piece of leftover fabric from another project for the lining.
The bottoms have an elastic waistband and elastic gathers at the legs. I chose to add lace along the hem of each leg. The top is an a-line style without sleeves that velcros shut in the back (the play dress is a longer version of the top).
Alicia decided to model this look and accessorized with her teddy bear.
Want to see pictures of the look? Watch for them to post at SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr.
Want to make this look for yourself? Find the pattern on Pixie Faire.
The pattern is for a pajamas set and a play dress. I was able to cut out everything but the lining from a single fat quarter. I used a piece of leftover fabric from another project for the lining.
The bottoms have an elastic waistband and elastic gathers at the legs. I chose to add lace along the hem of each leg. The top is an a-line style without sleeves that velcros shut in the back (the play dress is a longer version of the top).
Alicia decided to model this look and accessorized with her teddy bear.
Want to see pictures of the look? Watch for them to post at SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr.
Want to make this look for yourself? Find the pattern on Pixie Faire.
Sunday, April 10, 2016
Yellow Halter Dress with Belle
Once again trying out my new embroidery machine, I embroidered #Belle on some yellow fabric.
Then it was time once again to figure out what I wanted to make to show her off. One of these days I'll get it the other way around and figure out what I'm making first and then do the embroidery.
I started to think I might do another #Hearts4HeartsGirls baseball tee and started tracing my pattern around the embroidery.
Then I got to thinking I'd rather do a dress and go sleeveless. So I adjusted lowered the arm hole opening and left off cutting out the sleeve. Instead I cut some fabric on the bias to finish the arm seams. For the skirt, I cut the entire width of my fat quarter two and a quarter inches tall (once it was all put together, I found myself wishing I'd gone with two and a half inches tall).
Once the bodice was together, I centered the front on the neckband. Then I attached the back pieces to each end of the neckband. The neckband was then folded under to create a banded collar effect. Then the skirt was attached.
Watch Flickr and SewDolledUp.blogspot.com for pictures of #Hearts4HeartsGirls Shola in the look.
Then it was time once again to figure out what I wanted to make to show her off. One of these days I'll get it the other way around and figure out what I'm making first and then do the embroidery.
I started to think I might do another #Hearts4HeartsGirls baseball tee and started tracing my pattern around the embroidery.
Then I got to thinking I'd rather do a dress and go sleeveless. So I adjusted lowered the arm hole opening and left off cutting out the sleeve. Instead I cut some fabric on the bias to finish the arm seams. For the skirt, I cut the entire width of my fat quarter two and a quarter inches tall (once it was all put together, I found myself wishing I'd gone with two and a half inches tall).
Once the bodice was together, I centered the front on the neckband. Then I attached the back pieces to each end of the neckband. The neckband was then folded under to create a banded collar effect. Then the skirt was attached.
Watch Flickr and SewDolledUp.blogspot.com for pictures of #Hearts4HeartsGirls Shola in the look.
Saturday, April 9, 2016
Strawberry Patch Hello Kitty
To use the remaining yardage of #HelloKitty fabric, I decided to try out the Strawberry Patch for #JourneyGirls pattern by Doll Tag Clothing on Pixie Faire.
The look is an empire waist bodice with a lower ruffle paired with capri pants ending in ruffles. While the pattern shows using two different fabrics, I was looking for a way to use the leftover fabric from a previous post. So I did the bodice, pants and all the ruffles in the same fabric.
Watch for pictures of Alicia (#JourneyGirls Kayla) model the look on SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and on Flickr.
And this gets me one step closer to ready for that July birthday party.
The look is an empire waist bodice with a lower ruffle paired with capri pants ending in ruffles. While the pattern shows using two different fabrics, I was looking for a way to use the leftover fabric from a previous post. So I did the bodice, pants and all the ruffles in the same fabric.
Watch for pictures of Alicia (#JourneyGirls Kayla) model the look on SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and on Flickr.
And this gets me one step closer to ready for that July birthday party.
Sunday, April 3, 2016
Mackenzie Dress with Cinderella
As a present for Hailey, the girls thought a dress with #Cinderella embroidered on it would be cool.
They picked out a blue almost tie died looking fabric. And we embroidered the design.
Then we were left looking around at patterns. The girls picked the Genniewren Designs pattern Mackenzie Dress from Pixie Faire.
To match the border on the embroidery, we used a lavender ribbon to accent the waist seam instead of the piping the pattern called for.
#AmericanGirlDoll Samantha modeled the look for the pictures so we could keep it a surprise.
Watch SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr for pictures.
This was an easy dress to put together. Get the pattern from Pixie Faire.
They picked out a blue almost tie died looking fabric. And we embroidered the design.
Then we were left looking around at patterns. The girls picked the Genniewren Designs pattern Mackenzie Dress from Pixie Faire.
To match the border on the embroidery, we used a lavender ribbon to accent the waist seam instead of the piping the pattern called for.
#AmericanGirlDoll Samantha modeled the look for the pictures so we could keep it a surprise.
Watch SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr for pictures.
This was an easy dress to put together. Get the pattern from Pixie Faire.
Thursday, March 31, 2016
Spring in Lace
With Hailey's birthday coming up, Ellie decided she needed a new dress for the party.
So Ellie picked out a dark pink fabric and white lace. Her pattern was a standard a line dress, but she didn't care for the fit and decided it could use darts to give it more shape. Then for just a hint of sparkle she added a silver ribbon accent.
Ellie finished off the look with white shoes a butterfly necklace and a silver purse.
Now she's all ready for the party.
Watch for the pictures on SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr.
So Ellie picked out a dark pink fabric and white lace. Her pattern was a standard a line dress, but she didn't care for the fit and decided it could use darts to give it more shape. Then for just a hint of sparkle she added a silver ribbon accent.
Ellie finished off the look with white shoes a butterfly necklace and a silver purse.
Now she's all ready for the party.
Watch for the pictures on SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr.
Sunday, March 20, 2016
Girly Baseball Tee
For spring, Zelia wanted to do her own take on a baseball shirt.
She picked out a cream knit and matching lace. The front and back of the shirt were cut out of the knitting and the lace with the sleeves in just the knit.
For her pattern she used the Liberty Jane Baseball Tee downloaded from Pixie Faire.
The finished look wasn't as Girly as she was hoping so sequins were added to the lace.
To finish the look, the tee was paired with aqua jeans and tennis shoes.
Check out pictures of this look at SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr.
She picked out a cream knit and matching lace. The front and back of the shirt were cut out of the knitting and the lace with the sleeves in just the knit.
For her pattern she used the Liberty Jane Baseball Tee downloaded from Pixie Faire.
The finished look wasn't as Girly as she was hoping so sequins were added to the lace.
To finish the look, the tee was paired with aqua jeans and tennis shoes.
Check out pictures of this look at SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr.
Thursday, March 3, 2016
Embroidered Minnie
To try out the #MinnieMouse embroidery design headed to a t-shirt for a birthday present, I put it on a red fat quarter.
After completing the t-shirt project, I came back to my red fabric and picked a style for the dress. I didn't want Minnie to have to compete with a lot of other details, but still have a fun style.
In the end I went with a sleeveless, princess line, low-waisted bodice with a gather skirt. The flounce of the gathered skirt provides the right balance of whimsy to the simplicity of the bodice.
Alicia jumped at the chance to model the look, well aware that the dress was headed to Kaylie.
Check out pictures of this look at SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr.
Like the embroidery? Find it at ibroidery.com.
After completing the t-shirt project, I came back to my red fabric and picked a style for the dress. I didn't want Minnie to have to compete with a lot of other details, but still have a fun style.
In the end I went with a sleeveless, princess line, low-waisted bodice with a gather skirt. The flounce of the gathered skirt provides the right balance of whimsy to the simplicity of the bodice.
Alicia jumped at the chance to model the look, well aware that the dress was headed to Kaylie.
Check out pictures of this look at SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr.
Like the embroidery? Find it at ibroidery.com.
Saturday, February 27, 2016
Aina Dress for Silkstone Barbie
As a change of pace, when the J-Patterns Aina Dress for 12 inch dolls such as Silkstone Barbie showed up in the testing queue I couldn't resist.
The hardest part of this project was actually locating where I was storing my Silkstone Barbie. I've been focused so much on the bigger dolls that my Barbies are not as prominently displayed any longer.
This dress is color blocked in red and black. And I was able to put it together in a single evening (a really great thing given my schedule right now). While the instructions recommend a silk or satin, I used a lightweight cotton I had sitting around and it still works.
Check out pictures of the look on SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr.
Have a Silkstone Barbie and want to try the look? Find the pattern on Pixie Faire.
The hardest part of this project was actually locating where I was storing my Silkstone Barbie. I've been focused so much on the bigger dolls that my Barbies are not as prominently displayed any longer.
This dress is color blocked in red and black. And I was able to put it together in a single evening (a really great thing given my schedule right now). While the instructions recommend a silk or satin, I used a lightweight cotton I had sitting around and it still works.
Check out pictures of the look on SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr.
Have a Silkstone Barbie and want to try the look? Find the pattern on Pixie Faire.
Thursday, February 25, 2016
Short 5th Avenue Promenade
The new pattern by Bonjour Teaspoon, 5th Avenue Promenade, came through the testing queue in January, but its been a hectic year so far on my day job.
This pattern has two looks, the short dress and the long dress. I finished the short look first due to missing a step in the instructions on the long one and needing to go back and take out half a seam.
The cut outs in the back make the look unique and a bit more challenging to put together.
I used a blue glittered satin for fabric and a white lining. This view features the bodice with cutouts and a full, almost circle skirt that is knee length.
For the photo shoot, once again Ellie is modeling.
Check out all the pictures on SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr.
Think you might like to make it yourself? Find the pattern on Pixie Faire.
This pattern has two looks, the short dress and the long dress. I finished the short look first due to missing a step in the instructions on the long one and needing to go back and take out half a seam.
The cut outs in the back make the look unique and a bit more challenging to put together.
I used a blue glittered satin for fabric and a white lining. This view features the bodice with cutouts and a full, almost circle skirt that is knee length.
For the photo shoot, once again Ellie is modeling.
Check out all the pictures on SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr.
Think you might like to make it yourself? Find the pattern on Pixie Faire.
Sunday, January 31, 2016
Fab Forties
This week our doll family was joined by American Girl Truly Me #55, whom we've named Ellie.
For her modeling debut, she has chosen a purple flowered dress made using the new Crabapples pattern Fab Forties.
This dress features a unique side panel design in a different print from the main dress. The sleeve is also in this fabric.
A bright purple flowered print was chosen for the main dress and the cuffs. The side panel and sleeves are in lighter purple print. The dress buttons down the front.
Ellie paired the dress with a pair of purple shoes.
Want to make this look? Check out Pixie Faire for the pattern.
Want to see pictures of this look and of Ellie? Check out Flickr and SewDolledUp.blogspot.com.
For her modeling debut, she has chosen a purple flowered dress made using the new Crabapples pattern Fab Forties.
This dress features a unique side panel design in a different print from the main dress. The sleeve is also in this fabric.
A bright purple flowered print was chosen for the main dress and the cuffs. The side panel and sleeves are in lighter purple print. The dress buttons down the front.
Ellie paired the dress with a pair of purple shoes.
Want to make this look? Check out Pixie Faire for the pattern.
Want to see pictures of this look and of Ellie? Check out Flickr and SewDolledUp.blogspot.com.
Wednesday, January 20, 2016
Sleeveless Good Vibrations
I tested a second, sleeveless version of the pattern Good Vibrations by Forever 18 Inches.
I used the same groovy pink flowered fabric (I just happened to have two fat quarters of the same fabric available). I was also able to cut this entire look out of one fat quarter.
By overlapping the back seam an extra half inch, I was able to get a cute fit on my Journey Girl doll.
So Alicia, my Journey Girl Kayla doll, is modeling this look.
To see the pictures of this look, check out SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr.
I used the same groovy pink flowered fabric (I just happened to have two fat quarters of the same fabric available). I was also able to cut this entire look out of one fat quarter.
By overlapping the back seam an extra half inch, I was able to get a cute fit on my Journey Girl doll.
So Alicia, my Journey Girl Kayla doll, is modeling this look.
To see the pictures of this look, check out SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr.
Good Vibrations
Once again I have been testing out new patterns for Pixie Faire.
This latest one is a sixties style princess line dress, Good Vibrations by Forever 18 Inches.
I chose a fabric with a groovy flower print in pink. I was able to cut the entire dress out of a single fat quarter.
This first version of the dress I tested has bell sleeves.
Anna, my Our Generation Girl doll, is modeling the look in the pictures. The sleeves help minimize the appearance of her broad shoulders.
Watch for the pictures on SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr.
This latest one is a sixties style princess line dress, Good Vibrations by Forever 18 Inches.
I chose a fabric with a groovy flower print in pink. I was able to cut the entire dress out of a single fat quarter.
This first version of the dress I tested has bell sleeves.
Anna, my Our Generation Girl doll, is modeling the look in the pictures. The sleeves help minimize the appearance of her broad shoulders.
Watch for the pictures on SewDolledUp.blogspot.com and Flickr.
Pink Party Dress
Inspired by the modern trend of sheer clothes, I designed the pattern for a sleeveless dress with a sheer yoke, a dropped waist and a short skirt with a flounce of tulle underneath.
For this look a sheer pink fabric with a sequin pattern was paired with a brighter pink satin and a sparkle tulle for the skirt.
The bodice and skirt are overlaid with the sheer pink fabric creating a look with a different shade of pink than either the sheer or the satin.
The pattern was created using the Hearts4Hearts Sloper set which was part of the Liberty Jane Pattern Academy.
Watch sewdolledup.blogspot.com and Flickr for pictures of this look.
For this look a sheer pink fabric with a sequin pattern was paired with a brighter pink satin and a sparkle tulle for the skirt.
The bodice and skirt are overlaid with the sheer pink fabric creating a look with a different shade of pink than either the sheer or the satin.
The pattern was created using the Hearts4Hearts Sloper set which was part of the Liberty Jane Pattern Academy.
Watch sewdolledup.blogspot.com and Flickr for pictures of this look.
Tuesday, January 12, 2016
Classic in Polka Dots
Alicia has been watching the Freebie Fridays on Pixie Faire. And a few weeks ago she saw the Sheath Dress.
This dress is fully lined and fastens down the back with an invisible zipper. Talk about feeling grown up. Alicia picked out a red polka dot fabric for her look to keep the look a little younger.
Then because it is January, she decided a jacket was in order. Alicia chose the Penny Lane Jacket also available on Pixie Faire. She felt the curves of the jacket and the collar would help balance out the slight slope in her shoulders.
For the jacket, Alicia picked out a solid red. The jacket features cuffed sleeves and a single button closure in the front. The slightly more casual feel of the jacket also helps keep the look young and modern.
While these looks are designed for the American Girl doll, the dress fits Alicia with just a little more fullness through the body. The shoulder seam on the jacket is a bit off where it would be on an American Girl doll, but Alicia wanted to be able to be able to share the look. She likes the jacket's look enough, we may have to make the jacket again with an adjusted shoulder so its better tailored to her.
Watch sewdolledup.blogspot.com and Flickr for pictures of this look.
This dress is fully lined and fastens down the back with an invisible zipper. Talk about feeling grown up. Alicia picked out a red polka dot fabric for her look to keep the look a little younger.
Then because it is January, she decided a jacket was in order. Alicia chose the Penny Lane Jacket also available on Pixie Faire. She felt the curves of the jacket and the collar would help balance out the slight slope in her shoulders.
For the jacket, Alicia picked out a solid red. The jacket features cuffed sleeves and a single button closure in the front. The slightly more casual feel of the jacket also helps keep the look young and modern.
While these looks are designed for the American Girl doll, the dress fits Alicia with just a little more fullness through the body. The shoulder seam on the jacket is a bit off where it would be on an American Girl doll, but Alicia wanted to be able to be able to share the look. She likes the jacket's look enough, we may have to make the jacket again with an adjusted shoulder so its better tailored to her.
Watch sewdolledup.blogspot.com and Flickr for pictures of this look.
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