The thumbnail image shows a purple patch sewn onto a turquoise cloth. The words "doll clothes sewing chat" are written in the center of the purple patch. Floating in a circle around the patch are graphics of various sewing notions, from scissors, to a tape measure, to bobbins, to thread, and more. This feature on Chelly Wood dot com, is an open discussion about a sewing concept. The article will begin with a definition of the sewing concept, and then a discussion question will follow. This is a great place for people to ask questions about and/or give advice on sewing concepts related to making doll clothes.

10 Sewing Books You Can Buy Used Without Regrets #Top10 #Books #GiftIdeas

This list of my top “10 sewing books you can buy used without regrets” is based on a.) the books that have helped me hone my sewing skills, b.) the books that bring me inspiration to continue with my sewing projects, and c.) books that help keep my sewing projects organized. And it may surprise you to find that I’ve included more than just my … Continue reading 10 Sewing Books You Can Buy Used Without Regrets #Top10 #Books #GiftIdeas

Chelly WoodDecember 5, 2025December 3, 20256 Comments

The text reads "free pattern" and it shows a 9 inch Stacie doll (little sister of Barbie) modeling a super easy to sew dress made of felt, bias tape (or ribbon) and cotton.

Daily Patterns, Stacie Patterns, Tutorials: Sewing for Dolls, Whole Costumes for Dolls

Here’s a super easy-to-sew dress to make for Mattel’s Stacie dolls (Barbie’s little sister) w/FREE patterns @ ChellyWood.com #Barbie #Christmas

Scroll down to the second set of bullets to download the free printable PDF sewing pattern.* With Christmas inching ever closer each day, it’s always a good idea to offer a few patterns that even the beginners can sew, this year, as Christmas gifts! If you’re planning to buy someone a Mattel Stacie doll (Barbie’s little sister), this dress is easy to sew and will … Continue reading Here’s a super easy-to-sew dress to make for Mattel’s Stacie dolls (Barbie’s little sister) w/FREE patterns @ ChellyWood.com #Barbie #Christmas

Chelly WoodDecember 3, 2024December 1, 20241 Comment

The text atop this photo collage says, "Writing a Memoir." Then we see a string of Polaroid photos held up with clothespins. Left to right, the photos show a personal notebook with a rainbow on the cover; a series of outline notes that include an image of a Tammy doll clothes sewing pattern; two vintage Barbie doll clothes patterns.

2 Enchanting 2B True -- Doll Pics, Crafts and Hobbies, Disney Princess Dolls, Doll Makeovers, Holiday Crafts, Old Patterns from Chelly's Collection, Sewing Chat

What are you working on for the holidays? Please leave a comment! #ChristmasProjects #ChristmasGifts

As many of my regular followers know, in my “day job” I work as a school librarian. This year in December I will be giving my “Secret Santa” gifts to our PE teacher, who happens to have a little girl who’s three years old. So of course I’m making doll clothes for her, to give as my Secret Santa gifts! REQUIRED AFFILIATE MARKETING STATEMENT: As … Continue reading What are you working on for the holidays? Please leave a comment! #ChristmasProjects #ChristmasGifts

Chelly WoodNovember 29, 20242 Comments

Visit ChellyWood.com for free, printable sewing patterns. Image is of a towel-topper pattern. This is only one of two patterns for a towel-topper. The other free pattern is found at ChellyWood.com, along with a free tutorial video showing how to make the pattern.

Crafts and Hobbies, Daily Patterns

Tea #Towel Topper #Pattern is free @ ChellyWood.com #GiftIdeas

Here’s the first of my two tea towel topper patterns. Tomorrow I’ll post Pattern 2, and on Friday, I’ll post the tutorial showing you exactly how to make these. I have to say, these are really pretty easy to make, as gift-worthy crafts go. During the month of November, I’ve been posting other holiday gift ideas, as well, like my Instagram pillow and my dragon … Continue reading Tea #Towel Topper #Pattern is free @ ChellyWood.com #GiftIdeas

Chelly WoodNovember 23, 2016October 30, 2016Leave a comment

Video tutorial header states "Instagram Pillow DIY"

Pillow Patterns

As promised, here’s my #tutorial for making an Instagram #pillow. #handmade

That’s it! Now you have everything you need to make an Instagram pillow: Pattern 1 Pattern 2 (print with paper settings on “landscape”) and now the tutorial. Have fun sewing! ____________________ If you haven’t already, please check out my new Gallery Page, where you can pick an outfit for a doll, click on that picture, and the link in the caption will take you to all … Continue reading As promised, here’s my #tutorial for making an Instagram #pillow. #handmade

Chelly WoodNovember 18, 2016October 29, 2016Leave a comment

2 Enchanting 2B True -- Doll Pics, Pillow Patterns

What to buy a #teenager for #Christmas? Why buy, when you can #DIY?

For the rest of this week, I’m going to focus my blog posts on helping you create this adorable Instagram pillow. I made this for an adult cousin of mine, who loves to use Instagram. She really liked it! If you are wondering what to buy a young adult or teenager for Christmas, why buy? You can DIY! This week I’ll post my free patterns … Continue reading What to buy a #teenager for #Christmas? Why buy, when you can #DIY?

Chelly WoodNovember 15, 2016October 30, 2016Leave a comment

Image of baby dragon pin cushion in a sleeping position, with overlay that says DIY (do it yourself) dragon pincushion with free pattern. Sub-heading says, "ChellyWood.com FREE sewing patterns and tutorials"

Pincushions

Here’s how to make my dragon pincushion #DIY #HolidayCrafts #CraftTutorial

This tutorial goes with the two free, printable patterns, which I posted just yesterday. But in case you’re looking at this post through another online venue, and/or you’re not sure how to access the patterns for making this adorable little dragon pincushion, let me make it super easy for you! Here are the links to the patterns you’ll need, if you want to make this … Continue reading Here’s how to make my dragon pincushion #DIY #HolidayCrafts #CraftTutorial

Chelly WoodNovember 11, 2016October 30, 20162 Comments

The image shows a baby dragon pincushion curled up into a ball as if he's sleeping. The overlay tells you where you can download the free printable sewing pattern for making this dragon pincushion: ChellyWood.com

2 Enchanting 2B True -- Doll Pics, Crafts and Hobbies, Pincushions

Free #Pincushion pattern for #ChristmasGift giving @ ChellyWood.com #dragon

Some of you may recall my dragon pincushion, which I posted six or eight months ago on this website. Well, Christmas is fast approaching, so I wanted to be sure to re-post some of my craft tutorials–in particular, the ones that make good Christmas gifts. Therefore, as I wrap up this week, I’m going to re-post the free patterns and tutorial for making this adorable little … Continue reading Free #Pincushion pattern for #ChristmasGift giving @ ChellyWood.com #dragon

Chelly WoodNovember 9, 2016October 30, 2016Leave a comment

Pillow Patterns, Pincushions

#November is here, and with it #Christmas #Crafting begins!

During the month of November, I’m going to be participating in NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month). To free up my time to write my novel this month, I’m going to revisit a couple of older tutorials that might make great Christmas gifts: my Instagram Pillow and my dragon pincushion. I’ll also be adding one new pattern for everyone: the tea towel toppers found at the bottom … Continue reading #November is here, and with it #Christmas #Crafting begins!