Category: Holiday Crafts

The image shows a craft fair store with bags, bobs, bits, and T-shirts on display. The text says (at the top) "ChellyWood LLC" follwed by "sewing supplies," "handmade items," "and more." There's a sign hanging from a push pin that says "Open" as well.
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Where do you sell your handmade items? #CraftFair #Handmade

Recently it occurred to me that my pot holders — many of which are 10 years old or older — were starting to look pretty shabby. I was thinking about buying myself some new ones, when I wandered into my local health food store, Stay Well Health Foods, and discovered that handmade goods were being sold there. They had hand-knitted scarves and matching hats, aprons, … Continue reading Where do you sell your handmade items? #CraftFair #Handmade

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The image shows a variety of fabrics in different shades of red, white, and blue, including paisleys, florals, dots, and wavy prints. The ChellyWood.com logo appears in the corner.
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Happy 4th of July from ChellyWood.com #July4th #Dollstagram

Today’s blog post is just a series of pictures of dolls in various 4th of July outfits, in celebration of the American Independence Day holiday. Of course all of these doll clothes sewing patterns are available here, on ChellyWood.com, if you’re interested in making them. Happy 4th, everyone! If you enjoyed this blog post, and you’d like to see my videos, you might want to … Continue reading Happy 4th of July from ChellyWood.com #July4th #Dollstagram

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The image shows a fourth of July drawstring bag that kids can use for collecting candy at parades or for Halloween. The text reads "free drawstring bag pattern with pocket." An image is shown of a simple drawstring bag, and inside the see-through pocket, it has the name "Jacob" showing through the mesh pocket.
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Let’s make a simple drawstring bag, for kids to gather candy in at the 4th of July #Parade #July4thCrafts

To make today’s pattern… Cut a rectangular piece of paper 15 inches wide by 18 inches long. On one of the 18 inch long sides, write “Fold Line” and make arrows that point to the edge of the paper. Next, draw a casing line 3 inches from the top of the rectangle. You should end up with something like this: *Please note: when you click … Continue reading Let’s make a simple drawstring bag, for kids to gather candy in at the 4th of July #Parade #July4thCrafts

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Framed by a purple and turquoise blue quilted fabric frame, we see the Chelly Wood doll standing next to a book entitled, Little Quilts, with the subtitle "all through the house" by authors Alice Berg, Mary Ellen Von Holt, and Sylvia Johnson. In one corner of the book, it also says, "designer series." This book was published by "The Patchwork Place" in 1993.
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Advice for Making a Doll Quilt #Books #Quilting

I received an email from one of my followers, asking me for advice on doll-sized quilts. The question she asked was, “[If] you were to make a doll blanket or quilt for [a 14 inch] doll, what dimensions would you suggest?” So today’s blog post is a variation on the advice I gave her over email… There’s a fantastic book called Little Quilts : All … Continue reading Advice for Making a Doll Quilt #Books #Quilting

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The image shows a homeless man smiling while he holds a large quilt in front of a tent. The text reads, "Charity."
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Do you quilt? My cousin’s story will warm your heart! ❤️ #Charity #Homelessness

When my cousin Anita Queen posted these pictures on Facebook, I called her up and asked if I could interview her about her charitable work as a quilter. Being a family relative and fellow seamstress, she gladly shared her story. Have you ever had a quilt that seems to grow dust? You’ve posted it on Etsy, taken it to craft fairs, and no matter what … Continue reading Do you quilt? My cousin’s story will warm your heart! ❤️ #Charity #Homelessness

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A Lottie doll wears Easter clothes in pink. The text reads, "Free patterns" and has the logo for the Chelly Wood dot com website, where you can find hundreds of free printable doll clothes sewing patterns.
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Sew super easy Easter doll clothes for Lottie dolls w/free patterns @ ChellyWood.com #Easter #CraftProjects

Scroll down to the second set of bullets to download the free printable PDF sewing pattern. Easter is just a hop, skip, and a jump away, so if you’re going to make some doll clothes for a child, this little felt top and matching Easter-egg-print skirt for a Lottie doll is just what you need, since it only takes about an hour to make (depending … Continue reading Sew super easy Easter doll clothes for Lottie dolls w/free patterns @ ChellyWood.com #Easter #CraftProjects

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Text reads "elf on the shelf clothes... free sewing patterns!" and a large white arrow points to four different doll clothes outfits modeled by the Elf on the Shelf doll. Click on this image or the highlighted title text, and this link will take you to the gallery of free printable PDF sewing patterns for making doll clothes to fit your Elf on the Shelf dolls.
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FREE 13 and 1/2 inch (34 cm) tall Elf on the Shelf doll clothes sewing patterns (Gallery)

Please click on the doll clothes you would like to make. Please note: my 13 and 1/2 inch or 34 cm measurement for the Elf on the Shelf includes the elf’s permanently sewn-on hat. 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, … Continue reading FREE 13 and 1/2 inch (34 cm) tall Elf on the Shelf doll clothes sewing patterns (Gallery)

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The turquoise blue frame surrounds a photo of a woman writing goals into a spiral notebook, as she sits beside her computer. The text reads "Submit a Request" and includes the Chelly Wood dot com logo at the bottom of the photo.
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Chelly’s sewing goals for 2024 and (drumroll…) Oh, HEY! Please submit your requests!

As many of you know, I keep a little spiral notebook, wherein I list each of your doll clothes pattern requests. At the start of 2024, I want to begin the year with some new and wonderful ideas to inspire the patterns I’ll design. So please drop down to the “comments” section and leave your request. It helps to be specific, so instead of writing … Continue reading Chelly’s sewing goals for 2024 and (drumroll…) Oh, HEY! Please submit your requests!

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In a blue frame, an Elf on the Shelf doll wears a strappy short-skirted sundress and yellow Barbie Go-Go boots, along with her little pointy elf hat and regular elvish undergarments. The text reads, "Free pattern!" and the sewing website ChellyWood.com has a logo that appears in the lower left corner.
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Get your Elf on the Shelf beach-ready with a sundress bursting with fruity flair! #ElfOnTheShelf #DollClothes

For your free PDF sewing patterns and tutorial videos, please scroll down to the second set of bullets. As an Amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. During the month of December, we’ve been getting lots of ideas for ways to dress your Elf on the Shelf with my free doll clothes sewing patterns. This week I’ve focused on the girly clothes you can make … Continue reading Get your Elf on the Shelf beach-ready with a sundress bursting with fruity flair! #ElfOnTheShelf #DollClothes

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A red felt Santa coat rests atop a blue cutting mat with the words "free pattern" angled toward the upper left corner of the photo of the doll-sized Santa coat. The Chelly Wood dot com logo appears in the lower left corner. The image is superimposed upon a purple background with tiny white polka dots. This Santa coat for dolls and plush toys is made of red felt with a cotton lining and little white felt collar and cuffs. Free patterns and a free doll clothes sewing tutorial can be found at Chelly Wood dot com, for making this little felt coat with a collar and cuffs that will fit Wellie Wishers, Pete the Cat plush toys, and Baby Alive dolls, among others in this size range.
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Need a gift to give a little boy this Christmas? I’ve got the perfect gift, with free sewing patterns too! #SantaClaus #GiftIdea

Scroll down to the second set of bullets for the free PDF sewing patterns. 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. As it says in the video, I am, in fact, a school librarian in my regular day-to-day job, so of course I’m a … Continue reading Need a gift to give a little boy this Christmas? I’ve got the perfect gift, with free sewing patterns too! #SantaClaus #GiftIdea

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An Elf on the Shelf Boy Scout doll models a Barbie bathrobe and pajamas for a free doll clothes sewing pattern website called Chelly Wood dot com in this turquoise-framed thumbnail image.
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Give your Elf on the Shelf the ultimate pampering experience with today’s free sewing patterns! #SewingProjects 4my #Elf

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. Are you ready to give your Elf on the Shelf the ultimate pampering experience? It’s time to get crafty and stitch up a cozy flannel bathrobe and a pair of lovely PJ’s for your Elf! It’s kind of fun … Continue reading Give your Elf on the Shelf the ultimate pampering experience with today’s free sewing patterns! #SewingProjects 4my #Elf

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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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