I love being able to give handmade gifts. I know some people could care less, but for me, it's so satisfying. I was riding high on the fun of sewing baby doll clothes when I realized they would make the perfect gift for an upcoming birthday party for our friend's little girl. After double checking that she did indeed have the right size doll, I got to work. Unfortunately Miss Emma G wasn't able to help me this time (I mostly worked on the items while she was in school or in the evening), but she did give her stamp of approval.
I already had a couple of knit items made, so I added bloomers to go with the dress. I had never made these before but they were easy enough as long as I remembered to pull the elastic as I sewed. (Pattern here and bloomer instructions here.)
I made a dress to go with the knit diaper cover. It's reversible which makes it all the more fun. I love the criss cross it makes in the back. I did have to make it slightly bigger to fit a Cabbage Patch Kid sized doll. I believe I printed it at 120% and then I made the straps longer.
I also made an outfit like the one Emma G and I made together (pattern here). I cut the ruffle wider this time (6 in.) so the shirt would cover more belly. :)
Then I found the easiest tutorial on making little diapers using felt and velcro. You could easily make these without a sewing machine using stick-on velcro or hand stitching it on. But wait...you can't have diapers without some wipes, right? I saw this idea on Pinterest, and put my pinking shears to work. Again easy, and oh, so cute!
I had originally planned on putting the gifts into some kind of diaper bag, but I just couldn't find the "right" one, and I didn't think I would have time to make one. I found a small flannel remnant that was perfect for a little blanket. A little bias tape and some pink fabric I already had, and not only did I have a blanket (and cute name tag), but something to wrap everything in!
I seriously think this is my most favorite birthday gift I've ever given. It all came together so easily, and I had so much fun making everything. You should see my Pinterest Sewing board. I have so many plans for making little doll clothes and accessories for Emma G's babies!
Linking up with Jennifer @ Studio JRU for Sneak Peek Friday. Lots of creativity to see over there on Fridays!
I already had a couple of knit items made, so I added bloomers to go with the dress. I had never made these before but they were easy enough as long as I remembered to pull the elastic as I sewed. (Pattern here and bloomer instructions here.)
I made a dress to go with the knit diaper cover. It's reversible which makes it all the more fun. I love the criss cross it makes in the back. I did have to make it slightly bigger to fit a Cabbage Patch Kid sized doll. I believe I printed it at 120% and then I made the straps longer.
I also made an outfit like the one Emma G and I made together (pattern here). I cut the ruffle wider this time (6 in.) so the shirt would cover more belly. :)
Then I found the easiest tutorial on making little diapers using felt and velcro. You could easily make these without a sewing machine using stick-on velcro or hand stitching it on. But wait...you can't have diapers without some wipes, right? I saw this idea on Pinterest, and put my pinking shears to work. Again easy, and oh, so cute!
I had originally planned on putting the gifts into some kind of diaper bag, but I just couldn't find the "right" one, and I didn't think I would have time to make one. I found a small flannel remnant that was perfect for a little blanket. A little bias tape and some pink fabric I already had, and not only did I have a blanket (and cute name tag), but something to wrap everything in!
I seriously think this is my most favorite birthday gift I've ever given. It all came together so easily, and I had so much fun making everything. You should see my Pinterest Sewing board. I have so many plans for making little doll clothes and accessories for Emma G's babies!
Linking up with Jennifer @ Studio JRU for Sneak Peek Friday. Lots of creativity to see over there on Fridays!
21 comments :
oh this is so lovely, my daughter has developed a passion for sewing lately...and these have inspired her...thanks for sharing!
You are so talented, I love this and my grand-daughters would have loved this kind of gift too! Although I don't do the hand made gift giving often, I do agree it's one of the most satisfying gifts to give.
So cute, and I love how you presented it, as well!
What adorable gifts! Love the packaging, too =)
So cute! When I was little, my dad was speaking at a church and a lady at the church who knew we were coming made me a whole box of clothes for my doll. It was one of the best gifts I ever got!
these are all just amazing and cute! I love them!
Ah Jen these are so darn cute! They are so sweet and I'm sure that it was the best darn gift ever received as well. When I was little my mom made my Barbie and Ken doll clothes by hand and they were the most treasured...and so well made as compared to the store bought ones. I'll be sharing this with my sister who likes to crochet and knit as well. Have a wonderful weekend.
So cute! I love the felt diapers - so much better than buying "disposable" diapers for dolls! I made some for my sweet tweener when she was littler...
What a fun present! I'm 50 and still have the doll clothes my Mom made me. Thanks, Cindy
SO SO SO CUTE! Oh my goodness! I am so impressed by anyone who can sew clothes, let alone clothes for teeny tiny little people!
Oh my goodness these are so beautiful!!!!! Oh how I wish I could sew! Truly amazing pieces!
The dress with the pink and green circles with the knited pink bloomers..... brings back memories. My sister and I made real infant sized ones to send to an orphanage a LOOOOONG time ago. I had forgotten about them. ( my oldest daughter also wore these when she was only a few months old. Sweet memories. Beautiful gift- You did such a great job.
How adorable...those little knits....great job!
i would love to have just one of these outfits for myself or for my bear... the pink diaper cover ...yes ... so very cute
They are so adorable!! You did an excellent job! Have a great weekend!
Oh dear.. these are SO cute. My niece would just love them! can you do a mini tutorial on how to do the non-knitting ones? I want to be realistic and my "scarf making" knitting ability won't be improving enough to make those tiny sweaters any time soon!
awww, these are adorable! there's going to be one thrilled little girl! thank you for sharing,
hugs, peggy aplSEEDS
Oh my word, sooo cute!! And, I love your wrapping:)
Jen... these are so adorable! What a fantastic gift that means so much because you made them. I *loved* the doll clothes my mom made for me. They were always my favorites! Your wrapping is too cute! Such a great idea! :)
She is going to love them, Jen! And I love the way you wrapped them, too.
Just catching up, Jen!! This is the sweetest birthday gift ever!! I understand why you had so much fun giving this one!! Enjoy your blogging break; I'll be watching for your return. blessings ~ tanna
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