French Fashion Doll S Wardrobe Patterns 1864 1874

In this book, highly recognised doll costumer Louise Hedrick offers a collection of 56 patterns, authentically adapted from those presented in La Poupée Modèle between 1864 and 1874, for creating an entire wardrobe to fit both the classic 18-inch and 12-inch dolls of the period, and todays popular 18-inch and 12-inch reproduction French fashion dolls. From whitework undergarments and nightwear to dresses, headwear and outerwear, the 28 ensembles in this book encompass a complete wardrobe for a fashionable doll. By making slight variations in the patterns, fabrics and trims, a seamstress can enlarge this comprehensive wardrobe even further.

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.

Study of French lady dolls and high fashion ensembles. Includes full-size patterns for antique doll dresses.

With this excellent guide, anyone who can sew can create an exceptionally charming hand-crafted antique-style doll. Needlework authority Claire Bryant provides clear instructions and full-size patterns for making a sturdy, attractive cloth doll with a painted face and a closetful of clothes to dress her in: robe and nightgown, cape, suit, dresses, skirt and blouse, pinafore, wedding dress, and more. The actual number of costumes is even greater because you can mix and match outfits to create dozens of charming ensembles. While the doll itself is totally sewn, you paint the face on muslin to achieve an antique look. Over 30 how-to diagrams make each step easy, and you'll find various versions of the complete doll shown in black-and-white inside the book and in color on the covers. Also featured are instructions for making a little "dolly" for the doll with its own dress. Needleworkers, doll lovers, and admirers of hand-crafted items will find this doll a pleasure to make, give, or receive.

This inspirational sewing pattern book is a wonderful collection of popular Keepers Dolly Duds patterns created by historical doll clothes designer, Eve Coleman. Included are complete patterns with black and white interior photos, written and illustrated instructions to create twelve separate 19th century 18 inch doll size clothing pieces. The many items one can create include: Regency Dress with Pinafore and Fichu, two 1850s Jackets and Bonnet, Civil War Dress and Apron, Prairie Ruffles Dress with separate Pinafore and two Fancy 1850s Dresses. Intermediate sewing skills recommended. Published by Thimbles and Acorns, Esko MN

What doll lover wouldn't want to outfit their doll in today's most fashionable clothes? From a cozy fleece vest to an elegant party dress, you'll find patterns and instructions to make 16 fun, modern outfits for the ever popular 18-inch doll such as American Girls, Creative Friends, the Springfield Collection, and others. You'd spend over $100 to buy these patterns individually, and you wouldn't get the helpful instructions Joan has written to guide you in creating all the outfits and accessories shown in the photos. Bonus: Instructions for making 11 accessory items Full-size tissue pattern sheets for more than 30 garments Complete step-by-step instructions with hundreds of helpful illustrations

A second volume of splendid outfits to dress Tyler, Alex, Gene and Trent fashion dolls. Sewers can re-create 20 outfits, complete with accessories for couples such as Cleopatra and Marc Anthony; Romeo and Juliet; Mr D'Arcy and Miss Elizabeth Bennet (Pride and Prejudice); Charles II and Barbara Villiers, Lady Castelmaine; Sir Percy Blakeney aka The Scarlet Pimpernel and wife Marguerite St Just; and a Young Queen Victoria and her Prince Albert. Famous couples from the present century are; Lauren Bacall and Humphrey Bogart; Rose and Jack from 'Titanic'; Edward and Mrs Simpson; Valentino and Vilma Banky 'Son of the Shiek'. Colour photos throughout of work-in-progress will help you to bring these characters to life, displayed through your contemporary Fashion Dolls. Basic sewers need not be intimidated as each pattern is rated according to difficulty, with directions given for the more accomplished to adapt, embellish and enrich each outfit.