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Do you ever wonder what the fashion capital of the world has to offer to a sewist? Well, Paris is not called the “fashion capital of the world” without a good reason. Last summer I had the wonderful opportunity to visit Paris, and of course, I couldn’t miss the opportunity to shop for fabric while I was there! I’d like to thank my friend Jocy, … Continue reading Where to Shop for #Fabric in #Paris
Before I begin today’s blog post, I must make a disclaimer: I earn from qualifying purchases. If you’d like to know how this website uses affiliate marketing to earn income, please see my Privacy Policy page. In my store (found under the “Shop” button in the main menu on my website), you can now purchase clasps, buttons, Velcro, and more. Today’s blog post details each … Continue reading #Miniature #Dolls’ Clothes Buttons, Zippers, and Buckles — Advice and Links from ChellyWood.com
Today I’d like to look at some of the places doll collectors and doll crafters frequent. If you’re looking for inspiration, Pinterest has a plethora of Barbie images (and some free patterns) that can fill your mind with the many possible ways to dress your dolls. Do you wish you had a place to show off your creations? Try Craftster. It’s not just for folks who love Barbies®, but … Continue reading #Sewing and More for #Barbie® #Dolls: Tips, Products, Links, Etc.
This tutorial video accompanies the free, printable sewing pattern for “slender dolls,” which I posted on Tuesday of this week. If you’re looking for a pants pattern to fit other dolls, like Barbie®, Ken®, Tall Barbie®, Breyer® dolls, or another doll, please visit my Gallery Page. On that page, you simply click on the image of an outfit you’d like to make, and it takes … Continue reading #DIY Pants #Tutorial Video for #Dolls @ ChellyWood.com
Would you like to win this adorable fashion doll Halloween costume set? I’ve made these and donated them to a friend, Angela, who runs a Facebook page where she teaches people to make OOAK fashion dolls. She’s hosting this sweepstakes giveaway contest on her Facebook page. Just click this link to join the fun! The contest winners will receive the following handmade items, designed and … Continue reading Win this #FashionDoll #Halloween costume set for your #Dolls!
I’ve created a series of tutorials for making or re-designing the furniture you see in the image above. Wouldn’t you love to make a sewing room for your dolls? First, visit this page for the ironing board pattern and tutorial. It’s a separate posting. Once you’ve made an ironing board, then you’re ready to jump into the creation of the whole sewing room: Doll … Continue reading #Doll #SewingRoom #DIY Tutorials @ ChellyWood.com
I’ve been posting links to the patterns and tutorials for lots of complete outfits lately. I’m doing that for two reasons: I’ve been enjoying some vacation time with my lovely family. I’m busy re-organizing my website to make it easier to find patterns. When a person takes the time to do a little vacationing with family, it’s amazing what wonderful things they see and do! … Continue reading What #Magical Places Did Chelly Visit While on #Vacation at #Yellowstone?
It has been a while since I posted an interview with a crafter. I think we’re due, don’t you? Today’s guest, Lisa Lane, has really impressed me with her hand-crafted doll clothes and miniature bedding on Etsy and Facebook. So let’s see what she had to say in my recent interview with her: CHELLY: Hi Lisa. Thanks for joining me today for an interview. I’ve … Continue reading #Sewing For #Barbies ™: Tips from #Etsy Store Owner, Lisa Lane
All good things must come to an end, and this week, my computer gave up the ghost. So even though I’ve completed the prototype I was working on for Tall Barbie, everyone is going to have to wait even longer until my computer returns from the fix-it shop. Hopefully they can revive it. If not, it may be quite a while before I can post … Continue reading Make a #Renaissance Cloak and Miniature #Sword for Your #Dollstagram @ ChellyWood.com
Have you heard of Lammily? It’s a company that was crowd funded a couple of years ago, in the hope that artist Nickolay Lamm could design a doll with a more natural-looking figure than Mattel’s Barbie. And the “Traveler” doll he designed is absolutely gorgeous! Her hair is a lovely chestnut brown with a silky-soft texture. She bends at the head/neck, shoulders, elbows, wrists, knees, … Continue reading ChellyWood.com designed some #DollClothes for #Lammily
I belong to a number of sewing and doll-fan groups on Facebook, and for a while now, I’ve been admiring the crafty work of a young lady who goes by Ally or Alexandra. I came to discover that she runs an Etsy store where she sells her doll clothes. Since people occasionally approach me, wanting to buy my handmade doll clothes (which I don’t … Continue reading Interview With “AllySews” @ ChellyWood.com #kids #Dollstagram #kidcraft
This is a shoutout to my friend, Diane, who creates her own knitting patterns for American Girl dolls and other 18-inch dolls! If you visit her website, you can print her free knitting patterns. Just take a look at Diane’s beautiful handiwork: If you also have free doll clothes or doll craft patterns on your website, feel free to contact me about doing an interview or … Continue reading Free #Knitting Patterns for #AmericanGirl Dolls and Other 18-inch #Dolls!
Here’s a preview of what I’ll be offering this week: free sewing patterns and tutorials to make some clothes that fit 8-inch dolls like the World of Love Dolls, Breyer dolls, and many dollhouse-sized dolls. Since I posted last week’s Breyer doll clothes patterns, I’ve gotten some interesting questions and comments on Breyer dolls. People are wanting to know who these dolls are and what’s unique … Continue reading 8-Inch Doll Clothes #Western Outfit Designed to Fit #Breyer Dolls and #Dollhouse Dolls
As you may know, I’m not just a sewing diva, but I love embroidery and other crafts too. After Romeo and Juliet is finished, I’m going to experiment with making my own dolls. With the filming of Romeo and Juliet, I dabbled in wig-making but found I can really use more background knowledge in this area. While I was at a writers’ conference in Seattle, I visited … Continue reading All Points #Yarn in Des Moines, WA Offers Super #Crafting Advice from @yarn_professor
In case you haven’t heard, Froggy, who blogs, tweets, and vlogs about Barbies, Breyer Horses, and other toys is an inspiration to doll and model horse lovers everywhere. Her YouTube channel, My Froggy Stuff, offers tutorials on everything from making doll waffles to creating a stable for your Breyer horses. Froggy’s blog, also called My Froggy Stuff, offers free printable patterns for making all kinds of … Continue reading #ShoutOut to @FroggyStuff Who Inspires #Creativity in #Doll Lovers Everywhere
