Summer Trends For Your Doll!

Summer 2020 Trends To Sew For Your Doll

We've put together the ultimate guide to sewing summer trends for your doll! We hope this trend report inspires you to sew up any summer outfit you can imagine! For more fashion inspiration, check out our trend report for Spring 2020.

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Trend 1: The Color Palette 

Summer 2020 Color Trends To Sew For Your Doll

On trend color combinations for this summer season include:

  • Tan and white
  • Red and pink
  • Pastel shades like pinks and purples
Trend 2: Tie-Dye

Tie Dye Summer 2020 Trends To Sew For Your Doll

Tie dye is a summertime classic that we've been seeing already this year all over our Instagram feed. You can buy tie-dye fabric, or dye your own with the help of our great tutorial!

Looking for some pattern designs that would really pop with tie-dye fabric check out these options:

Sew Urban Handkerchief Skirt Hoodie Pattern For 14.5-inch dolls Peasant Blouse PDF Sewing Pattern For 18-inch dolls

Trend 3: Halter Style

Halter Tops and Dresses Summer 2020 Trends To Sew For Your Doll

The halter style bodice is another summer classic. To make it feel of-the-moment, try making a matching set with coordinated top and bottom fabrics, or make a dress out of that perfect summertime stripe or floral fabric. 

Hinata Halter Dress Sewing Pattern For 18-inch Dolls Halter Dress and top For 18-inch dolls Malibu Libby Halter Top Pattern For 18-inch dolls

 

Trend 4: Tie Front Details

Summer 2020 Trends To Sew For Your DollAnother trend we've been seeing that is easy to incorporate into any of your favorite dresses or jumpsuits is a tie front belt detail. This flatters the waist and makes the whole look feel finished. 

Retro Romper Sewing Pattern For 18-inch dolls Wrap and Tie Halter Dress and Top Pattern For 18-inch dolls Versatility Dress PDF Sewing Pattern For 18-inch dolls

Trend 5: Add A Ruffle

Summer Trends To Sew For Your Doll

There are so many great ways to add a ruffle to an otherwise basic top or dress to create a really fun and feminine look. 

Here are a few designs that highlight the ruffle element beautifully:

Wildflower dress pattern for 18-inch dolls Primrose Dress Sewing Pattern For 18-inch dolls Ruffle Jacket Sewing Pattern For 18-inch dolls

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100 Comments

Carol
Carol

March 12, 2022

Summertime favorites: Big Red Tomatos and free time to sew when my husband goes Walleye Fishing

Donna Cutting
Donna Cutting

June 15, 2020

Getting outside and gardening,and no more winter coats.

                         Connie Boomer
Connie Boomer

June 15, 2020

I like the beginning of summer the most. I was trying to find pricing information about the cute blue skirt but all I could get was the comment section. The computer is being very finicky this afternoon!

TrenaG
TrenaG

June 15, 2020

Going to the beach!

Jacque
Jacque

June 15, 2020

My favorite things about summer are sunrise coffee on the patio with my Luna (dog), early morning walks, and sewing with my friend.

Lynn
Lynn

June 14, 2020

Warm weather, and my Garden

Sue
Sue

June 14, 2020

Gardening is my favorite part of summer.

grannie frannie
grannie frannie

June 14, 2020

I enjoy seeing all of God’s creation blossom and produce harvests, whether plant or animal and for families bonding in fun activities.

Michele
Michele

June 14, 2020

My favorite part of summer is camping with the grand kiddos!

Carrie
Carrie

June 14, 2020

My favorite part of summer is the warmth and lack of schedule—no school more vacation time.

Alpha
Alpha

June 14, 2020

early morning swimming after chores, watermelon, a dreamy horseback ride, afternoon hammock nap, fresh fruit, dipping vegetables, singing songs around the campfire, stars in the summer night sky. a perfect day

Alpha
Alpha

June 14, 2020

early morning swimming after chores, watermelon, a dreamy horseback ride, afternoon hammock nap, fresh fruit, dipping vegetables, singing songs around the campfire, stars in the summer night sky. a perfect day

Ksenia
Ksenia

June 14, 2020

My favorite part of summer is swimming and eating ice cream!

Lisa Chambers
Lisa Chambers

June 14, 2020

I love sitting on my deck outside at night.

Nicole Larsen
Nicole Larsen

June 14, 2020

Ice cream!

Nicole Larsen
Nicole Larsen

June 14, 2020

Ice cream!

Nicole Larsen
Nicole Larsen

June 14, 2020

Ice cream!

Kelsey M
Kelsey M

June 14, 2020

I love camping and sunshine and anything else that gets us out of the house!

Karen
Karen

June 14, 2020

Sunshine and flowers!

Ruth
Ruth

June 14, 2020

My favorite thing about summer is going to the lake, reading and sewing

Janet P
Janet P

June 14, 2020

I love the long days – it doesn’t start getting dark until well after 9:00 I feel like i get more daytime from my days.

Colleen J
Colleen J

June 14, 2020

Enjoying the warm of the sun and swimming in the lake.

Catherine J Sams
Catherine J Sams

June 14, 2020

Home grown tomatoes!

Joy S.
Joy S.

June 14, 2020

I love summer clothes.

Stephanie S.
Stephanie S.

June 14, 2020

My favorite thing about summer is water time. Love the water with sun.

Eunice
Eunice

June 14, 2020

My favorite summer time thing is going to the local ice cream shoppe and looking out at my garden while I sew in my sewing room.

Linda Hinson
Linda Hinson

June 14, 2020

Long days and evenings sitting outside with friends or neighbors.

Kathleen
Kathleen

June 14, 2020

Gramma’s summer camp!! I get to have all my grandchildren come to the farm at the same!!

Robin
Robin

June 14, 2020

Catching fireflies!!!

Elizabeth
Elizabeth

June 13, 2020

Sunshine, fireflies, flowers, fresh fruit and veggies, sitting on the porch on a lazy afternoon, reading in the hammock, picnics…..

Rose Sadzewicz
Rose Sadzewicz

June 13, 2020

Summer is my favorite season. Warm days, sun, having windows open, hearing the birds, more horseback riding and working in my flower beds.

Ann M
Ann M

June 13, 2020

My favourite thing about summer is all the fresh produce at the markets and in my garden.

Roben
Roben

June 13, 2020

Going to the pool with the girls I take care of.

Erni
Erni

June 13, 2020

Summer, for the warm sun.

Anne R
Anne R

June 13, 2020

Only time of year the pool is heated! 🤪

Anne R
Anne R

June 13, 2020

Only time of year the pool is heated! 🤪

Rabbit
Rabbit

June 13, 2020

I love lazy days in the sun and lightening bugs at night.

Maureen
Maureen

June 13, 2020

I love the pink and red combinations, as well as my all time favourite tie dye. I already have my tie dye fabric ready to go.

Aimee
Aimee

June 12, 2020

I love watching my children explore the outdoors. I feel like they smile more in the summer!

Sandy
Sandy

June 12, 2020

Sunshine!

Linda Smith
Linda Smith

June 12, 2020

My favorite part of summer is the longer days with great sunsets.

Rose
Rose

June 12, 2020

My favorite things about summer are:
The warmer weather
Gardening
Easier to get out and do actives
This summer will be different from others because of health restrictions, but there will still be somethings to enjoy!

Piroska
Piroska

June 12, 2020

My favourite thing is gardening…and flowers.

Mary Ann Williams
Mary Ann Williams

June 12, 2020

I love to plant vegetables and flowers in my backyard and then sit back and enjoy my pool and iced tea with the family

lisa
lisa

June 12, 2020

Being a night person I love that the sun stays up late.

Joanne Salerno
Joanne Salerno

June 12, 2020

I love that I get to spend more time with my granddaughters and their AG dolls and clothes.
I also have more time to sew for them. What fun!!!

ARDREY
ARDREY

June 12, 2020

My favorite part of summer is sailing! Unfortunately this year we will not be able to go out racing or sailing the Tall Ship as crew.

leticia
leticia

June 12, 2020

Sunny, warm days and ice cream! :)

judit
judit

June 12, 2020

Having great grand daughters visit more often. Just playing whatever they like

Rebekah
Rebekah

June 12, 2020

I like the lazy, more laid-back days, having more time to spend with grandkids and family, catching up on things around the house, blueberry picking, visiting quilt gardens, vacations…

Patricia
Patricia

June 12, 2020

I love being outside, swimming, and gardening. Summer is the perfect weather for all 3. I also love to make new summer doll outfits.

Maureen Isaman
Maureen Isaman

June 12, 2020

I love the sunny days when I can wear light and airy clothes in bright colors. Living in Washington state I also love any hiking clothes and sporty looks. And my 18" dolls love that look also!

Leslkie Koepke
Leslkie Koepke

June 12, 2020

WATERMELON!

Petra
Petra

June 12, 2020

Summer is camping with friends and early morning hikes with the dog. Then lazy afternoons and hanging out on the swing bench when it’s getting dark!

LeAnn
LeAnn

June 12, 2020

My favorite part of summer is the amazing sunsets!

Bev
Bev

June 12, 2020

The best part about summer is being warmand spending time with friends. My favorite things to do are swim in a warm pool and water ski

designdreamer
designdreamer

June 12, 2020

My favorite part about summer is probably casual family get-togethers. MANY years ago, (when I lived in the frigid, but YES HUMID Midwest) I probably would have said weather, but I live in AZ, so I like winters best here! LOL!

Roxanne Perez
Roxanne Perez

June 12, 2020

My favorite part of summer is getting to spend time with the grands.. They fill me with joy.

Shari
Shari

June 12, 2020

My favorite thing about summer is the sunshine and being able to be outside with the grandkids. Whether it’s taking walks, playing in the park or swimming, just having fun together and making memories!

Pam B
Pam B

June 12, 2020

Farmers markets selling fresh summer peaches, berries, corn and tomatoes- lots of summer colors and fresh flavors to go along.

Maryann
Maryann

June 12, 2020

My favorite part of summer is not having to wear a winter coat everywhere I go!

Donna Sherry
Donna Sherry

June 12, 2020

My favourite thing to do in the summmer and all year is to sew and watch the birds in my yard. I can’t move around to well and they keep me busy filling feeders and then they entertain me

Donna Sherry
Donna Sherry

June 12, 2020

My favourite thing to do in the summmer and all year is to sew and watch the birds in my yard. I can’t move around to well and they keep me busy filling feeders and then they entertain me

Sara
Sara

June 12, 2020

Usually during the summer I go on hikes and do some sewing to donate to hospitals. This year, with the pandemic, I can do this and continue to make masks

Suzi
Suzi

June 12, 2020

My favorite part of summer is spring and fall. I live where it is hot and muggy so I am thrilled to see autumn arrive!

Laura Sustar
Laura Sustar

June 12, 2020

I love sleeping with the windows open.. Wearing sandals and no big jacket. I live closer to the great lakes and am in T shirt and sandals at 59 degrees. Easier to get to my doll sewing group!!

Emma Wyatt
Emma Wyatt

June 12, 2020

I love summer because we have left the cold weather and there are flowers blooming everywhere.

Sandra Stuckless
Sandra Stuckless

June 12, 2020

My favourite thing about summer is the (admittedly rare, here, at least) clear sunny day when you can sit by the ocean and breathe in the sea air with all its wonderful sea smells; listening to the gulls complaining and sometimes being rewarded with an awe inspiring visit by whales, feeding in the bay. Sigh….

Pat S
Pat S

June 12, 2020

My favorite thing about summer? The long days and sunshine! Mowing grass (I know, I’m weird)! Working in my flower beds then sitting on the deck or patio and admiring the beautiful flowers and freshly mowed grass….at least for a few days!

Susan
Susan

June 12, 2020

I love the smell of citronella while I relax on the patio!

Mary
Mary

June 12, 2020

Sunshine!!!

Doll Lover
Doll Lover

June 12, 2020

My favorite part of summer is not needing heavy winter coats & clothes!

Dede Kirkpatrick
Dede Kirkpatrick

June 12, 2020

We do a Sisters’ Trip every summer and I look forward to the adventures.

Joan
Joan

June 12, 2020

The warmth of the sun with soft summer breezes. The green colors of the grass, trees the garden.

Char
Char

June 12, 2020

My favorite part of summer is The Fourth of July because it’s my birthday and everyone celebrates!

Carol
Carol

June 12, 2020

My favorite part of summer is the beautiful Colorado sunshine and viewing the incredible wildlife.

Carol
Carol

June 12, 2020

I love the longer days so I can spend more time outdoors, good gardening time.

peg
peg

June 12, 2020

Spending more time with family is the best thing about summer. Weddings, graduations, simple cookouts are the best of the best. Great food and great company, things we all treasure.

Sherry H
Sherry H

June 12, 2020

I love spending time with my grandkids; swimming, playing games, and barbecuing. Family time.

S
S

June 12, 2020

I love the long days during summer. It gives me more time to get outside after work.

Marilyn
Marilyn

June 12, 2020

Going out in my garden and seeing all the beautiful flowers and scents.

Leanna
Leanna

June 12, 2020

I love the long days, where it stays sunny so late. I can sit outside for hours, enjoying those days!

candy
candy

June 12, 2020

unfortunately I live in Florida so summers are hot and muggy. I like spring here which is summer everywhere else. sunny cool days. perfect for being outdoors.

Laura
Laura

June 12, 2020

More sunshine!

Liana
Liana

June 12, 2020

It’s nice to be outside more in the sunshine!

Sandra L.
Sandra L.

June 12, 2020

Summer…hmm. Ironically, I live at the beach and haven’t been there in about 12 years. I am a winter person as I am severely allergic to the ultra violet sun rays and burn very quickly. Summer brings heat and humidity so I love fall and winter. But I do love the days you can open the window and let in fresh air or sitting on the balcony and watching the sun rise while sipping a cup of coffee. Oh and no coats so that’s a plus.

Ann
Ann

June 12, 2020

I just love the tie details

Elizabeth
Elizabeth

June 12, 2020

I love summer because my GREAT great-niece can come to sew for her doll with me. She also loves paper projects as I do. In short, she is great fun and we are simpatico.

Juanita Lanaux
Juanita Lanaux

June 12, 2020

My favorite thing about summer is the energy I have. I live in Colorado where the sun comes up early and goes down late. Lots of sunshine means energy for me.

Sylvia
Sylvia

June 12, 2020

My favorite part of summer are the flowers and my gorgeous shady backyard

Lawana
Lawana

June 12, 2020

My favorite time of summer is getting to watch my grands play outside.

Nora
Nora

June 12, 2020

My favorite thing about summer is being able to feel the warm sun on my face.

michelle
michelle

June 12, 2020

favourite thing is being able to enjoy the outdoors……i feel liberated compared to winter stuck indoors or stuck in heavy layers of clothing.

Mae Lynn Beck
Mae Lynn Beck

June 12, 2020

My favorite part of summer is watermelon! And fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, etc. am I a foodie?

Deanna
Deanna

June 12, 2020

My daughters would say their favorite thing about summer is staying up late to catch fireflies and enjoying ice cream treats outside.

Patricia  J. S
Patricia J. S

June 12, 2020

My favorite part of summer is not having to go pick up my granddaughter at school because she is already home with me. We love to do crafts and sewing is one of those crafts.

Sandra Barrett
Sandra Barrett

June 12, 2020

Summertime is always a fun time for family outings. Different places to visit and just being together before the school year begins.

Johanna
Johanna

June 12, 2020

Love the colour trends and also all the ruffles! Ruffles on a doll, so cute!

Pattye
Pattye

June 12, 2020

I love summer and everything about it. Being able to be outside all the time, going to the beach and/or the pool, enjoying cookouts. It is my favorite time of the year!

Maggie Klein
Maggie Klein

June 12, 2020

My favorite is all the beautiful sandals to wear!

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