18" Doll Sewing Patterns • Free Tutorials • Sewing with Kids
We’re just getting started. Just like a summer reading program, it takes the kids a bit to finish that first book. Sewing programs are no different. I love hearing from you about how your kiddos are getting on with their projects. Thank you! Remember it’s …
Sewing camps start next week here and I’m really looking forward to them. It’s time to start the sewing camps here on my blog! It will be like a Sew and Share Camp. I will post photos sent in throughout the week from all the …
Do you have a favorite skirt? I do. I bought it several years ago in the clearance section at Target. It cost $5 or something like that. I bought it without even trying it on. It has become my go-to skirt for many occasion–end of …
Isn’t this a cute scene? The dolls are just about to leave for school. Lunch sacks, books, purse, and messenger bag allow for more creative and dramatic play. Accessories are great fun to use during play time or setting the scene. The dolls are …
I’ve been prepping for a new class session. Being prepared and organized definitely helps the class time to go more smoothly. Most often I teach project based classes. These types of sewing classes are popular, because everyone likes to have something to take away with …
I’m getting so excited for my book, Sew in Style – Make Your Own Doll Clothes, to be released in May. That’s not that far away. I just received my class registration confirmation for the Quilt Market in the mail; last week, I received my …
I really like how my zigzag doll quilt came out. (chevron quilt?) After washing it, it looks even better. To get the free doll quilt pattern (for the quilt top how-to) see this post: http://averylanesewing.com/2014/01/29/doll-quilt-tutorial/ After finishing the top, trimmed it. Layered and hand basted …
A doll quilt is in progress! A chevron quilt, and a sewing tutorial to follow 🙂 I’m not good at making choices, which is why most of my patterns come with choices, several versions, because I could not decide on just one. In my head, …
A sewing tutorial for adorable skirts for your 18 inch dolls, like American Girl dolls, from re-purposed pants. I may have just found a new way to motivate myself to get my hemming done sooner. An easy upcycle project came to me as I was …