Category: Barbie Patterns

Here you’ll find free, downloadable, printable sewing patterns for Mattel’s Barbie and other 11 inch fashion dolls.

The words "free pattern" point to a pair of yellow knee-high socks worn under a miniature houndstooth pleated skirt. The doll modeling the socks also wears red mary jane shoes.
8-inch doll clothes patterns, 9-inch Dolls, Stacie Patterns, Tutorials: Sewing for Dolls, Vintage Skipper

Sew a pair of knee-high socks for Stacie with today’s free sock pattern @ ChellyWood.com #EasyDIY #QuickCrafts

Please scroll down to the second set of bullets for the free printable PDF sewing patterns and links to any additional relevant tutorial videos. A while back, I did a blog post in which I mentioned that I was working on a pattern for little tiny doll socks. Well, I got the pattern done, tested it, made a video, and… here you go! The tutorial … Continue reading Sew a pair of knee-high socks for Stacie with today’s free sock pattern @ ChellyWood.com #EasyDIY #QuickCrafts

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In a turquoise blue linen fabric thumbnail background, there's a photo of a Tall Barbie modeling a handmade winter coat or trench coat. Beside this, the text reads, "free pattern" and under that is the logo for Chelly Wood dot com.
11-inch doll clothes patterns, Barbie Patterns, Daily Patterns, Tall Barbie, Whole Costumes for Dolls

Let’s make a timeless classic for Barbies: a super simple trench coat! #DollCollector #Fashion

For your free patterns and tutorial videos, please scroll down to the second set of bullets. Back in December of 2022, I gave you a free bathrobe pattern, which was designed to fit fashion dolls like Barbie. To my surprise, I still get requests every now and then for a “Barbie trench coat” or a “Barbie winter coat” pattern. When people write to me requesting … Continue reading Let’s make a timeless classic for Barbies: a super simple trench coat! #DollCollector #Fashion

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Text at the top reads, "my first Barbie 13 inch doll clothes" and below this, an arrow points to two different images of a 13 inch Barbie doll modeling handmade doll clothes including a halter top with ruffle skirt combo outfit and a satin dress with a big front bow; the text within the arrow reads, "free sewing patterns!" The Chelly Wood dot com logo appears in the lower left corner, reminding us to go to ChellyWood.com for free printable PDF sewing patterns for making doll clothes to fit the 13 inch My First Barbies, as well as many other dolls of different sizes and shapes.
13-inch doll clothes patterns, My First Barbie 13 inch Doll, Whole Costumes for Dolls

Free Sewing Patterns for Making Doll Clothes to Fit 13 inch My First Barbie Dolls (Gallery)

Please click on the doll clothes you would like to make. Not what you’re looking for? Behind the scenes, I’m creating a series of classes in doll clothing design techniques, so you can design your own doll clothes for your dolls, using simple techniques, household tools, and your amazing imagination! Click on this link to learn more about my paid courses on the Creative Spark … Continue reading Free Sewing Patterns for Making Doll Clothes to Fit 13 inch My First Barbie Dolls (Gallery)

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A vintage Skipper wears a handmade yellow shirt and green pleated skirt with matching green knee-high socks and little black ballet flats. The skipper doll is dressed exactly like the image in view 3 on the envelope for Simplicity 5861, a wardrobe designed and published in the 1960's for a vintage Skipper doll. There's also a close-up of her hand-stitched green knee-high socks. This thumbnail's text reads "vintage Simplicity 5861" and it's framed by turquoise blue and purple quilted fabrics.
Old Patterns from Chelly's Collection, Uncategorized, Vintage Skipper

Nancy Drew, the mystery girl, makes a magical appearance with my Simplicity Skipper pattern 5861 #NancyDrew #SewVintage

Last summer I got my hands on an uncut version of this wonderful Skipper doll clothes pattern, vintage Simplicity 5861, an original pattern from 1964. Holy hand-stitching, Batman! I have REALLY enjoyed sewing this whole ensemble! My goal, last summer, was to make each item in the wardrobe to match the image on the envelope cover exactly. And guess what… I’ve gotten the whole thing … Continue reading Nancy Drew, the mystery girl, makes a magical appearance with my Simplicity Skipper pattern 5861 #NancyDrew #SewVintage

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The square thumbnail with a turquoise blue cotton or linen background reads thus: "free tall doll clothes patterns" and beside this text is an image of an Asian or Asian American Fashionista Tall Barbie wearing two versions of the same pants-and-shirt pattern.
Barbie Patterns, Daily Patterns, Tall Barbie, Tutorials: Sewing for Dolls, Whole Costumes for Dolls

Let’s make a pair of jeans with back pockets for Tall Barbie Dolls! #DollClothesPatterns #FreeStuff

For your free patterns and additional tutorial videos, please scroll down to the third set of bullets. Today’s tutorial video (above) shows you how to make a pair of pants or jeans with optional back pockets, and this pattern doesn’t fit a regular Barbie; rather, it was designed, by me, to fit the Mattel Tall Barbie from the Fashionista lineup. To those of you who … Continue reading Let’s make a pair of jeans with back pockets for Tall Barbie Dolls! #DollClothesPatterns #FreeStuff

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The words "free pattern" rest at an angle in this turquoise blue square thumbnail, along the left side of the thumbnail box. The right-hand side of the thumbnail box is taken up with a photo of a lovely 13 inch Barbie doll wearing handmade top and skirt separates. The Chelly Wood dot com logo appears in one corner. The top My First Barbie wears is a blue halter top; the skirt is an elastic-waist skirt with a fluttery ruffle. Click the article title to get the free pattern and read tips on how to make this outfit for your 13 inch Barbies.
13-inch doll clothes patterns, Barbie Patterns, Daily Patterns, My First Barbie 13 inch Doll, Tutorials: Sewing for Dolls, Whole Costumes for Dolls

I’ve had enough winter for a while! I’m creating summer clothes for the new My First Barbie (13-inch) doll… #CraftIdeas #NewBarbie

For your free patterns and additional tutorial videos, please scroll down to the second set of bullets. As I type today’s blog post, it’s 16 degrees outside, and two feet of snow has drifted up against our playhouse, which is where my cats slept last night, under a heat lamp. I’ll have to shovel snow this morning, so the kitties can get out to go … Continue reading I’ve had enough winter for a while! I’m creating summer clothes for the new My First Barbie (13-inch) doll… #CraftIdeas #NewBarbie

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The words "free pattern" are slightly angled across a photo of a My First Barbie 13 inch doll (made by Mattel). She wears a handmade 1960s style retro dress in pink satin. The frame is purple linen or cotton with tiny white polka dots. The Chelly Wood dot com logo appears in one corner of the image.
13-inch doll clothes patterns, Daily Patterns, My First Barbie 13 inch Doll, Tutorials: Sewing for Dolls, Whole Costumes for Dolls

Stitch up a chic satin dress with a bow for the 13 inch My First Barbie, using my free patterns! #Dolls #Barbie

For your free patterns and tutorial videos, please scroll down to the second set of bullets. Today’s dress-making tutorial video and free sewing pattern are for more advanced sewists. You can see that I’ve given the pattern five flowers on my difficulty scale (see below). To learn more about how the difficulty scale works, please click here. Be sure to scroll down for the easy-to-download PDF … Continue reading Stitch up a chic satin dress with a bow for the 13 inch My First Barbie, using my free patterns! #Dolls #Barbie

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The thumbnail shows a cell phone, on the screen of which is a Julia doll dressed in her white nurse's costume with hat. The text reads, "Do a Pick" followed by "Choose a career for Julia." Click on this button to gain access to the free do-a-pick game, in which you choose a career for a vintage Julia doll.
Do a Pick! Game, Doll Play Videos, Vintage Barbie

Let’s Do a Pick — Choose a career for Julia! #DoApick #vintageDolls #VintageBarbie

Today’s “Do a Pick” game features the following: Julia in her nurse’s costume (medical nurse career) Twist Christie in her swimsuit (lifeguard career) Ruffles ‘N Swirls vintage dress (Broadway dancer career) What’s the story behind this game? When I was a kid, whenever it was playtime with dolls, we would lay out all our dolls and their clothing items. Then we would “do a pick.” … Continue reading Let’s Do a Pick — Choose a career for Julia! #DoApick #vintageDolls #VintageBarbie

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A vintage skipper doll models a red cotton bolero over a black and white gingham sleeveless dress with a circle skirt that's knee-height. Beside this doll, a vintage Skipper models a pink felt bolero with green rickrack trim over a similar dress, but this dress is made of green cotton with tiny white and pink roses, and it's a calf-length circle skirt. The text for this thumbnail says "same pattern -- two looks!"
Old Patterns from Chelly's Collection, Vintage Skipper

Stitching up a retro-style dress for Skipper that’s versatile enough for two amazing looks! #SewingAlterations #SewingInspiration

*Please note: when you click on links to various merchants on this site and make a purchase, this can result in this site earning a commission. Affiliate programs and affiliations include Amazon, JoAnn Fabric, Etsy, and the eBay Partner Network. As an Amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. To learn more about how my website uses affiliate marketing, please visit the website’s Privacy Policy … Continue reading Stitching up a retro-style dress for Skipper that’s versatile enough for two amazing looks! #SewingAlterations #SewingInspiration

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The thumbnail, framed by a turquoise blue and purple quilt, shows the front of the envelope for Simplicity 5861, a vintage doll clothes pattern for Skipper, from 1964. The text in this thumbnail reads, "Vintage Skipper Simplicity 5861" and under this, we see the Chelly Wood dot com logo.
Old Patterns from Chelly's Collection, Tips for Beginners, Vintage Skipper

Learning to sew with Simplicity 5861 vintage Skipper doll clothes patterns #VintageDolls #DollClothesPatterns

To say that I adore the Skipper 5861 Simplicity pattern from 1964 would be an utter and complete understatement. It’s so awesome, I have no words to express the fun I’ve had when making each and every one of the outfits pictured on the front of the envelope! *Please note: As an Amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. To learn more about how my … Continue reading Learning to sew with Simplicity 5861 vintage Skipper doll clothes patterns #VintageDolls #DollClothesPatterns

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In a blue linen frame, an Elf on the Shelf boy scout doll models a red Christmas dress with a ribbon belt and a pencil skirt. He also wears high-heeled red boots. The text says, "Free pattern!" The Chelly Wood dot com logo appears in one corner.
11-inch doll clothes patterns, Barbie Patterns, Daily Patterns, Elf on the Shelf, Holiday Crafts, Queens of Africa, Whole Costumes for Dolls

Is there a name for the female “Elf on the Shelf” character? Let me know! #ElfOnTheShelf #ChristmasSpirit

For your free sewing patterns and tutorial videos, please scroll down to the second set of bullets. The image above actually shows the male Elf on the Shelf, which is sometimes referred to online as the “Boy Scout Elf on the Shelf,” dressed in one of my Barbie dress designs. I originally designed this dress as part of a Valentine’s Day Barbie set of dresses … Continue reading Is there a name for the female “Elf on the Shelf” character? Let me know! #ElfOnTheShelf #ChristmasSpirit

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An Elf on the Shelf doll models a green shirt and red kilt. An arrow points from Simplicity 8281 vintage Barbie doll clothes sewing patterns to the kilt that the elf on the Shelf wears. The text reads "kilt pattern" and the Chelly Wood dot com logo appears in the frame as well.
Doll Makeovers, Doll Shoes, Elf on the Shelf, Holiday Crafts, Old Patterns from Chelly's Collection, Vintage Barbie, Whole Costumes for Dolls

Stitch up a Scottish kilt for your Elf on the Shelf using this retro Barbie wrap skirt design #Scottish #NorthPole

Note: As an Amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. I think it was back in November when I showed you how to mix-and-match your doll clothes for Barbie, using vintage Simplicity pattern number 8281. Remember this outfit? Well that same skirt actually fits my little Elf on the Shelf as well! It’s the wrap skirt from View 5 in the Simplicity 8281 pattern that … Continue reading Stitch up a Scottish kilt for your Elf on the Shelf using this retro Barbie wrap skirt design #Scottish #NorthPole

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Within a turquoise blue thumbnail frame, we read "free patterns" and beside this text stands an Elf on the Shelf wearing a black turtleneck and blue jeans.
11-inch doll clothes patterns, Crafts and Hobbies, Daily Patterns, Elf on the Shelf, Holiday Crafts, Ken Patterns, Vintage Ken, Whole Costumes for Dolls

Get ready to sew some adorable clothes for your Elf on the Shelf with free patterns for the cutest tiny turtleneck sweaters! #Funny #HolidayCheer

For your free patterns and tutorial videos, please scroll down to the second set of bullets. Note: as an Amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. As part of my Elf-on-the-Shelf series (requested by followers), today I’m posting a full outfit that was originally designed to fit Ken dolls, for your Elf on the Shelf. The turtleneck sweater fits my Elf on the Shelf quite … Continue reading Get ready to sew some adorable clothes for your Elf on the Shelf with free patterns for the cutest tiny turtleneck sweaters! #Funny #HolidayCheer

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Next to the words, "free angel wing patterns" we see a Barbie dressed in an angel costume, wearing felt wings.
11-inch doll clothes patterns, Barbie Patterns, Crafts and Hobbies, Daily Patterns, Holiday Crafts, Made to Move Barbie, Props and Dioramas, Tutorials: Crafts, Tutorials: Sewing for Dolls, Vintage Barbie, Whole Costumes for Dolls, Yarn and Embroidery

Let’s make Christmas angel wings for Barbie with today’s free pattern @ ChellyWood.com #ChristmasProjects #HolidayCrafts

For your free patterns and tutorial videos, please scroll down to the second set of bullets. Note: as an Amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. I’ve had this “Barbie angel wings” craft project on the back burner for a very long time! I’m sure some of you saw the angel wings when you downloaded my basic bathrobe pattern for Barbie dolls last Christmas. You … Continue reading Let’s make Christmas angel wings for Barbie with today’s free pattern @ ChellyWood.com #ChristmasProjects #HolidayCrafts

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The text on this thumbnail says, "Besides just Skipper, which fashionista can rock this retro swing coat?" Beneath this text, it says, "Guess who!" A red felt arrow points at a scanned image from Simplicity 5861, which focuses on a vintage Skipper wearing a sky blue swing coat with matching scarf and little blue ballet flats.
Elf on the Shelf, Holiday Crafts, Old Patterns from Chelly's Collection, Vintage Skipper

What surprising “fashionista” can wear this Skipper retro swing coat?

*Please note: As an Amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. To learn more about how my website uses affiliate marketing, please visit the website’s Privacy Policy page. Yes, that’s our little buddy, Elf on the Shelf, modeling a Skipper swing coat from vintage Simplicity 5861! If you’re looking for a commercial coat pattern to fit Elf on the Shelf, vintage Simplicity 5861 will work … Continue reading What surprising “fashionista” can wear this Skipper retro swing coat?

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