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• Making Doll Clothes Can Be Fun
  Remember that frustration in sewing takes all the fun out of it. When teaching a beginner or young sewer on how to make doll clothes, you want to share some of the "tricks of the trade" with them to keep them looking forward to their next session.
  Published 31May2012

• Learning How to Sew on the Machine
  Pass your love of sewing on to others. Learning how to sew for the beginner means starting with all the basics. This article walks you through the process of teaching children sewing skills with simple sewing projects.
  Published 31May2012

• Fabrics For Sewing a Doll
  Great guidelines and tips for sewing a doll. Clues for selecting fabrics for your cloth doll patterns, choosing your stuffing, and ways of stabilizing the neck.
  Published 31May2012, viewed 2 times

• How Tos For Sewing a Doll
  Sewing a doll for a young child is making a memory. One can be as creative as you wish or as simple as you like. There is little expense to them and hours of fun. Perfection is not a neccessity for the child will love their own unique doll. There are many ways available showing one the how tos for sewing a doll. Also, many doll patterns to sew by.
  Published 31May2012, viewed 3 times

• Eye Appeal
  Options for altering a pattern to create a doll's dress that really appeals to the eye.
  Published 26Dec2011, viewed 99 times

• Tips for Cleaning Doll Clothes and Dolls
  Knowing how to take care of your dolls and their clothes is very important for them to look their best for a long, long time. Here are some pointers on the best way for cleaning dolls and their clothing..
  Published 19Dec2011, viewed 148 times

• How Do You Make Dolls?
  Rag dolls not only bring joy to a child but are a delight to make. Here are techniques and methods to help one in making dolls and sewing for dolls.
  Published 10Dec2011, viewed 228 times

• Use It! Don't Lose It!
  Creative ideas for cloth recycling and for finding other reusable items around your home.
  Published 06Dec2011, viewed 179 times

• Cleaning And Caring For Dolly's Dazzling Wardrobe When Sewing For Dolls
  How fun it is to sew for dolls. In this article you will find tips for cleaning and caring for Dolly and her dazzling doll clothes that will help Dolly to last for generations and ensure that she continues to be a loved playmate.
  Published 02Dec2011, viewed 223 times

• Sewing for Dolls Using Denim Fabric
  Denim is a fabric you need not be afraid to use when sewing doll clothes. There are many quality, soft, lightweight denim fabrics. It is versitile enough to use for everything from jeans and purses to fancy dinner dresses. So, give denim a try. You will be happy you did.
  Published 28Nov2011, viewed 189 times

• How To Sew On Sleeves For 18 Inch Dolls
  Learning how to sew on sleeves for small size doll clothing patterns can be challenging. By following a few tips and adjustments you can make the process easier with great results.
  Published 28Nov2011, viewed 271 times

• Tiny Notions Make Sewing For Dolls Easier
  An important part of sewing for dolls is finding the correct size sewing notions for doll-sized clothing. Fabiric and notions must be in the correct proportion to the garment for a pleasing result. It is a good idea to keep doll-sized buttons, zippers, buckles, snaps, elastic, and trims on hand for future doll clothing projects.
  Published 24Nov2011, viewed 258 times

• Tips For Making Doll Clothes
  Making doll clothes has become a popular hobby, and brings a smile to any little girl's face. Here are a few tips you can follow to ensure success in making the special garment.
  Published 23Nov2011, viewed 186 times

• Sewing Doll Clothing Patterns
  Need some extra income? Would you like to make money at home by developing a fun hobby? Consider a home sewing business sewing doll clothes. There are patterns available online for doll clothes that are fun, easy, and versitile.
  Published 11Nov2011, viewed 293 times

• The Challenges of Sewing a Collar
  It is true that sewing a collar from scratch can be frustrating. But with a little practice, you can do it well, and it can become the focal point of the garment.
  Published 07Nov2011, viewed 137 times

• Marketing And Promoting The Products That You've Sewn At Home
  Explore the opportunity of starting a home based sewing business with products you can make at home. Take some steps to evaluate the potential for profit with the product you created. Develop a sound business plan based on research, and plan out a do-able marketing strategy to ensure success
  Published 07Nov2011, viewed 165 times

• Doll Fabrics: There's a Lot to Choose From
  There are many wonderful cloth doll patterns to sew. Selecting the right doll fabrics for the doll itself and the clothing is fun, but can be challenging. The article also discusses some unique ideas on decorating rooms with different types of dolls.
  Published 27Oct2011, viewed 244 times

• Guys And Dolls
  We only have one time to raise our sons. Make decisions that are the best for him as an individual and not according to society.
  Published 24Oct2011, viewed 136 times

• Ideas for Easy Sewing Projects
  Patterns for 18" dolls make wonderful easy sewing projects for the budding young seamstress. Patterns, the sewing machine, fabrics, and sewing supplies... all that is needed to create that wonderfully unique, cuddly cloth doll is discussed.
  Published 24Oct2011, viewed 287 times

• Initiating A Home Sewing Business
  Get started with a home sewing business. Make money and provide valuable products to consumers.
  Published 19Oct2011, viewed 206 times

• Doll Dress Patterns
  Successfully sew unique doll clothes patterns by adjusting and compensating for the inflexible nature of a doll along with the larger head size. Dress up the outfits with collars, embellishments, sleeve changes, and a variety of other personal touches.
  Published 19Oct2011, viewed 213 times

• How To Select Doll Clothes Patterns
  Sewing doll clothes is not only fun, but can also make you additional income with a home sewing business. By using remnants you not only save costs, but are doing the enviornmentally right thing, too. There are many patterns available to sewing doll clothes to help you along.
  Published 15Oct2011, viewed 272 times

• Sewing Doll Quilts: Easy Quilts For Beginners
  Quilts can be a beautiful addition to a doll's possessions. Little girls will love tucking their doll in for the night with a lovely quilt to cover her. There are easy quilts that even beginners can make.
  Published 15Oct2011, viewed 268 times

• All Kinds Of Dolls To Make
  Making rag dolls is not only fun but also very cost effective. Rag dolls can be made specially for a child's taste or culture. Not only are they soft and cuddly they do not break. Cloth dolls making has been going on for centuries, past down from mother to daughter.
  Published 12Oct2011, viewed 232 times

• Farm Or Fashion Dolls
  Denim is a great fabric to use in making doll clothes. It is versatle and wears well. It also works in all sorts of settings that dolly might find herself in, from country living to city living.There are lots of fun doll clothes patterns for sewing with denim.
  Published 11Oct2011, viewed 286 times

• Doll Pictures Give Crafters Ideas
  Doll pictures are a wonderful visual aid for creative ideas for making doll clothes. You can match them or vary them to your taste and use what you have on hand.
  Published 07Oct2011, viewed 204 times

• How To Use Easy Doll Quilt Patterns
  Making an easy doll quilt pattern is a fun and quick way to make a gift for a little girl and her doll and learn a new technique or try a new color combination.
  Published 03Oct2011, viewed 222 times

• Making Money In A Home Sewing Business And Staying Organized
  Get organized with paperwork and inventory so that you are efficient with your home sewing business.
  Published 01Oct2011, viewed 280 times

• Discover Different Closures For Dolly's Clothes Based On The Company She Keeps.
  Clothing dolly should be a fun, exciting thing to do especially during holidays or special events. Once you have identified the main person in dolly's life you can decide on the closings that will work best for her garments.
  Published 29Sep2011, viewed 215 times

• Going Green With Doll Clothes?
  There are no limits to the creativity and possibilities for making fun and interesting doll clothing from recycled fabrics. Recycling cloth is good for our world and a good teaching opportunity for our children. Plus, the expense is minimal making it even better.
  Published 28Sep2011, viewed 123 times

• Making A Sturdy Rag Doll That Will Be Around For Years to Come
  When it comes to designing a lasting,sturdy doll why not bring in proven techniques. Help keep dolly's posture picture perfect.
  Published 26Sep2011, viewed 111 times

• Modifying Doll Clothes Patterns
  Learn to modify and adjust doll dress patterns from your doll's measurements and doll clothing patterns.
  Published 23Sep2011, viewed 258 times

• The Log Cabin Doll Quilt Pattern: A Good Choice For Beginners
  The log cabin quilt pattern is an easy doll quilt design for new seamstresses. This article tells you how to use simple blocks and rectangles stitched together to form a variety of one of a kind designs for your doll quilt.
  Published 21Sep2011, viewed 161 times

• Choosing Patterns For Doll Clothes
  How to select doll clothes patterns to fit any doll.
  Published 19Sep2011, viewed 157 times

• Sewing Seams On Doll Clothing Patterns
  Sewing for dolls is an exciting adventure whether you are just starting out or if you grew up sewing your own clothes. Discover the unique challenges of sewing doll clothes on a smaller scale. Apply helpful sewing tips and tricks and learn the reason for sewing seams with an exact seam allowance. You will be inspired to keep sewing and pass on what you know to the next generation.
  Published 15Sep2011, viewed 256 times

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