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Doll Dress Design

11/22/2013

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As you may already know, sewing has never been one of my favorite things to do. However, a couple of years ago, I found that I really, really enjoyed making doll dresses for Lady Libby (who, by the way, is currently running a sale).

The modicum of sewing skills I had have actually been expanded somewhat I think, due to the creative process of stitching these mini dresses. I have actually learned how to design on my own (to a small extent). One of the latest outfits I made is proof of that.

I decided that I wanted to make a flounced Civil War dress (if I had been thinking a little clearer, I would have made cap sleeves rather than long sleeves and made a ball gown). We don't have a pattern with flounces like I was thinking, so I scratched my head, thought, gritted my teeth, marked the fabric, and cut it. I started with three flounces, but I had to go back and cut a forth one later (I'm so glad there was extra fabric!) Anyway, I'm pleased as punch and proud as a peacock over my flouncy blue dress. I have a few pictures of it here--forgive the pins, I haven't done the hand-work yet.
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It would look better without the pins still being in it and holding it weird...
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I put the flounces on by putting the flounce upside down and right-sides together...then I ironed them down correctly once they were stitched on.
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The dress is completely lined (minus the sleeves).
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Something I have just started doing (it makes the quality better) is turning the lining under and stitching it around the arm holes.
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A petticoat to make the skirt stand out even more. (It needs a ribbon in the waist.)
I had a great time putting this dress together though when I started out, I really wasn't sure what I was doing! :)

        Racheal

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