Summer Grace -Sundress in
2  styles coming soon!

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Pleasant Peasant Pattern available now

In and out of periods of accomplishment. Lately, I am in. Hooray.  On the left is a sneak preview of the next pattern due on June 11th -Summer Grace.   Scroll down for more  : )



 

And now... Pleasant Peasant. The name honors the wonderful Pleasant T. Rowland, who created American Girl Dolls all those years ago. It's fun to go back and look at the pre-Mattel dolls and especially those amazing catalogs! ♥♥

Peasant Blouse over jeans

Pleasant Peasant comes in 3 lengths -Blouse, Tunic, & Dress. Three sleeve lengths, too! Lots of design options to choose from.
PDF sewing pattern is available at both Craftsy & Etsy! 

Almost Finished: Summer Grace is a delightful pattern that offers 2 looks, a Modern and a 50's Retro.  Both feature full skirts & a ruched, lined bodice.  This first preview is a modern high-waist, almost Grecian in style. Features a lively circle skirt & the straps twist together for a fun look. I added a playful ruffle at the hem, but that is up to you :)

 To come in the days ahead: a preview of the 50's retro style. It features a  natural waistline & traditional shoulder straps. The neckline is also a bit different.I hope you like them!-Renee

A peek at what's coming soon in patterns for MyAG/JLY dolls: a really fun wrap dress for Knits! I was inspired by this Missoni-like knit I found. My JLY girls are really excited!


Look for it this week :)

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Coming Next week:

Exclusive Sewing Patterns for 18" dolls 

by Dollhouse Designs©

1940's Sunday Rose Garden Dress or 

Blouse w/ Skirt

for American Girl Molly & other 18" dolls 

Digital PDF Pattern delivered within 24 hours
$8.95

 Feminine details like gently puffed sleeves & the jaunty peplum ruffle make this pretty enough for dress up or a nice everyday look for school or a day at the movies. Make the Blouse & Skirt for fun fashion options or the dress for a quick -but sweet- choice.

• Fit & Flare skirt
• Pretty lined Peplum ruffle at waist
• Sofly puffed sleeeves w/ band
• Waist is cinched in back w/ your choice of  belt tie or elastic
• Neckline option
• Lined Bodice
• Trim suggestions
• Tailored to fit AG dolls perfectly (no guesswork, disappointing results, or time-consuming alterations) 
• Print out only the pieces that you want
• Clear instructions w/ Photos & Illustrations

I like to imagine this outfit as something Molly's mother cut down from one of her own dresses to make something pretty for her daughter.


Wartime rationing called on 40's seamstresses to  reduce the amount of fabric used. This really changed the silhouette of "fashion on  the ration", raising hemlines and making the US the fashion capital, temporarily trumping Paris couture.  Make Do and Mend was a slogan used in the US & Britain, as fabric manufacturers supplied the war effort. It caught on and was a popular mindset.

This design uses a scant 1/4 yard of fabric & modest trims for a fetching result. I enjoy using high quality muslin -a sewing staple- for lining and bias trim, something dressmakers of the past utilized as well. Perfect for pretty cotton fabrics.


Note: Dollhouse Designs has no affiliation with American Girl or Mattel.

American Girl Doll Pattern  Sewing Pattern 18" Doll Pattern 1940's Doll Dress Pattern Molly McIntire

Holiday Dresses are Coming Soon :)

I am in full-tilt sewing mode and working on some beautiful Holiday outfits, including Dresses, PJ's, and Coats / Outerwear. I am still developing my pattern for Cecile & Marie Grace. There are 2 styles I am working on for them. Check back soon or sign up for email alerts if you want to know when something is released. You can also check Dollhouse Designs Facebook page.

The dress pictured here is "Mariah" and has already sold, however I will create a similar dress soon. I like to make each one unique when possible.