If you thought I was over my fear, I was not.
Fabric: I think the polka dots are Keepsake Calico and the white is Kona.
Pattern: Simplicity 1086, headband was my own addition
Other Materials: velcro. after the pictures were taken, i also added buttons on the front
Modifications: except the addition of the headband, none
Changes for Next Time: none that i can remember?
Yep, I still couldn't bring myself to sew clothes for myself, instead pulling out some remnants for a slightly more modern looking dress.
Fabric: Remnants
Pattern: Simplicity 0172
Other Materials: velcro closures
Modifications: I don't remember? I think I did something different with the bow than it called for, but I can't remember what.
Changes for Next Time: i think i'd use more fabric for the skirt, give it more shape?
Like many others my age, I was a big fan of American Girl dolls as a child, especially the historical dolls and outfits. Somewhere along the way, I parted ways with some-but not all-of my collection. That's where the nostalgia comes in.
At this point, emboldened by my recent successes with bags, I thought it time to sew clothes. But my confidence did not extend to fitting clothes. I am not any of the measurements on the pattern envelope. Yet, there were clothes I could sew without having to worry about fit-doll clothes.
And so I turned to my favorite historical fashion era for that.
Fabric: One of the premium quilt fabrics from Jo-Ann. White plain cotton, Kona, I think?
Pattern: McCall's 3627
Other Materials: velcro for closures.
Modifications: I don't remember making any changes to the pattern, actually.
Changes for Next Time: I don't like the construction of this one (skirt has a white bodice and then the top goes over that?) so I don't think I'll be repeating it. Further attempts at 18th century doll outfits will involve drafting things from scratch.
Also noteworthy is my first attempt at the sleeve gathers, which was a bit terrifying:
