Bleuette Clothing Patterns

Acclaimed doll costumer Louise Hedrick presents patterns for creating a complete wardrobe of 30 ensembles for this beloved French doll, authentically adapted from the patterns offered in issues of La Semaine de Suzette from 1905-1916. Arranged chronologically within the categories of whitework, lingerie and nightwear; dresses, bonnets and coats; outfits for make-believe (d?quisements); and special clothing for the important ceremonies of The Church, the patterns vary in difficulty from the easiest to the most advanced. Completed ensembles are modeled on early Bleuettes and shown in full-color, with close-up views of important details; directions for heirloom sewing techniques and embroidery stitches are included. Ms. Hedrick's patterns are introduced by Bleuette expert Barbara Hilliker's authoritative text, which places the clothing in the context of social and fashion history. Ms. Hilliker also offers a basic introduction to the history of Bleuette.

Clothing patterns for 11" dolls from the 1930's

In the first comprehensive book in English about the fashionable little French doll, expert Barbara Hilliker traces Bleuettes history from her 1905 introduction in the girls magazine La Semaine de Suzette until the late 1950s. Five patterns for Bleuette by Louise Hedrick are included.

Create the complete Outback Libby: Boomerit Falls outfit designed to fit 18" dolls such as American Girl(r). This doll clothes pattern book includes two sewing patterns with full-sized pattern pieces in the back and easy to follow step-by-step full-color instructional photos. Instructions include how to create:The Boomerit Falls JacketThe Boomerit Falls DressMix and match these fun wardrobe essentials to create an on-trend collection for your contemporary character.

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