Your 18-inch doll will love this gorgeous handkerchief Dress and lacy Shopping Bag from Little Miss Muffett!
‘Summer Grace’ is a romantic and vintage-inspired summer Dress which is comprised of a lined and fitted Bodice with an appealing ruffled neckline, while the delicate Shoulder Straps make the dress perfect for warm weather wear. The layered Handkerchief Skirt is edged with lace, adding texture to the asymmetrical hems which fall in soft, flowing points. The long Sash Ties which tie in a pretty bow at Center Back, complete the Dress with a sweet touch of yesteryear. The dress closes at Center Back with Hook & Loop Tape.
To accompany the dress, the chic Hobo-style Shopping Bag blends vintage charm with modern functionality: The outer shell is crafted from delicate yet durable lace fabric, while the fully lined interior offers privacy for all your doll’s essentials. Twisted cord Shoulder Straps add a touch of rustic texture while the front of the bag is adorned with decorative elements ranging from embroidered appliqués, ribbon, beading, etc as desired.
This intermediate PDF sewing pattern by Little Miss Muffett is designed to fit 18-inch soft-bodied dolls such as American Girl®.
Suggested Fabrics: Fabric Used In Samples – Medium weight Chiffon and Georgette was used for the Dress and lightweight Cotton for the Bodice Lining. Dutch Filet Lace (Used in Cafe Curtains) was used for the Outer Shopping Bag and Quilter’s Cotton for the Bag Lining.
Supplies Needed:
Fabric Requirements:
- Dress: Fabric with a good drape such as Medium Weight Chiffon, Georgette, Viscose, etc. – 50” x 20”
- Dress Bodice Lining: Lightweight Cotton – 10” x 8”
- Outer Shopping Bag: Dutch Filet (Café Curtain) Lace or as Desired – 14” x 9”
- Shopping Bag Lining: Quilters’ Cotton – 14” x 9”
Notions:
- Narrow Lace for Skirt Edging (53” for Upper Skirt / 58” for Lower Skirt) : 111” x ¼” or ¾” wide (3yds, 3ins)
- Hook & Loop Tape for Dress Bodice Center Back Opening : 2” x 3/8” wide
- Twisted Cord for Shopping Bag Shoulder Straps : 25” Purchased Cord or 128” Fingering Cotton Yarn for DIY
- Decorative items for Shopping Bag Front: As Desired
Matching Thread, Erasable Marking Pen, Point Turner, Clear Tape, Curved Nose Embroidery Scissors (Optional), General Sewing Supplies, Press Cloth, Teflon™ Sheet.
Machine Feet & Sewing Needles: Universal Sewing Needle – 80/12; a General Purpose Foot and a ¼” Foot are used throughout the sewing process.
Skill Level: Intermediate
What You Get: One 48 page sewing pattern that you digitally download as a PDF file so you can start your project immediately! The PDF sewing pattern provides full color step-by-step illustrated instructions and full size pattern pieces. A PDF reader is required to view and print the files (example: Adobe Reader or Preview for MAC). The download link is received immediately after the transaction is complete. Print copies are NOT available.
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