Vendor: Frog Princess Fashions
Type: 18 Inch Historical
Price: 6.99

The Frog Princess Fashions Easter Finery Dress is reminiscent of days gone by when girls wore white gloves and bonnets with their Easter dresses.

This vintage-style dress features a knee-length gathered skirt, semi-fitted high-waisted bodice, button back closure, optional Peter Pan collar, and optional lined Petal Sleeves. The dress is accompanied by a petal skirt pinafore with back hook and loop tape closure. The collar, sleeves, and pinafore all reflect the petal theme in keeping with the Easter season. The pattern shows three views as follows, but there are many ways you could make this dress by using the various options and finishes mentioned in the pattern. 

• View A: Dress with collar, lined petal sleeves, optional bias trim, and front neckline bow.
• View B: Dress with collar, lined petal sleeves, and pinafore with optional bias trim.
• View C: Collarless dress with lace ruffle in place of sleeves.

Add gloves and a bonnet, and your doll is ready to join the Easter parade!

Do you have an embroidery machine?  If so, you will certainly want to see the lovely Easter Finery Embroidery Design Set created especially to go with this dress!  

This PDF sewing pattern by FROG Princess Fashions is designed to fit 18" dolls such as American Girl®.  

Recommended Fabrics: Dress: Cottons, poly-cottons, gingham, homespun, poplin, chambray, calico, lawn. Not suited for stripes or plaids. Pinafore: lawn, batiste, fine muslin, eyelet, dotted Swiss, organza, gauze, cotton, poly-cotton, gingham, calico, plaid. Not suited for knits.

Supplies Needed:

Main Fabric—All Views

• ½ yd fabric

Collar and sleeve lining-Views A, B

• ⅛ yd fabric

Pinafore-View B

• ½ yd fabric

Notions:

• Three ½” or smaller fancy buttons (may be covered buttons or may use hook and loop tape)
• 2” of thin hook and loop tape for pinafore (optional)
• 8” strip of fusible interfacing measuring ¼” or ⅜” wide cut into two 4” pieces
• ¼” gathered lace trim for collar (optional)
• ¾”- 1 ¼” gathered lace trim for View C in place of sleeves ( 1 ¼” eyelet was used in the blue sample)
• ⅛" cotton cording for contrast piping (optional)
• ¼” satin or grosgrain ribbon for View A
• High quality matching polyester or rayon thread, depending on fabric choice
• New, sharp size 11/12 needle

Skill Level:  Intermediate

What You Get: One 24 page sewing pattern that you digitally download as a PDF file so you can start your project immediately! The PDF sewing pattern provides full color step-by-step illustrated instructions and full size pattern pieces. A summary of instructions is included to help save on printer ink. A PDF reader is required to view and print the files (example: Adobe Reader or Preview for MAC). The download link is received immediately after the transaction is complete. Print copies are NOT available.

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Vendor: Frog Princess Fashions
Type: 18 Inch Historical
Price: 6.99

The Cotillion Club Gown is a design reminiscent of the coming-of-age tradition of sending “tween” girls to etiquette training programs, a.k.a. cotillions, to acquire social graces such as table manners and ballroom dancing. This semi-formal dress is typical of the cotillion dress code of the 50s and 60s. Three versions of the dress are included.  Choose lined cap sleeves or a sleeveless option with armscye facings. The fitted bodice is framed by a round collar and a pleated cummerbund. The cummerbund has optional hanging tie ends and a purchased or handmade corsage accent. The very full skirt has a  deep hem, typical of the era. Just add your favorite accessories and your doll is ready for the Cotillion!

View A - Sheer sleeves and collar, contrasting cummerbund and tie ends with purchased corsage trim
View B - Sleeved, collarless dress with matching cummerbund
View C - Sleeveless, collarless gown with matching or contrasting cummerbund

This pattern is modeled on modern, Mattel brand American Girl® dolls with slimmer bodies. Dart adjustments for fitting a slightly larger doll, such as the older style Pleasant Company dolls, are included in the pattern.

Do you have an embroidery machine?  If so, you will certainly want to see the lovely Cotillion Club Embroidery Design Set created especially to go with this dress!  

This PDF sewing pattern by FROG Princess Fashions is designed to fit 18" dolls such as American Girl®.  

Recommended Fabrics: For Views A, B, and C main fabric: Lightweight Wovens such as Satin, Silk, Sateen, Dupioni, Rayon, Crepe de chine, Polished Cotton, Taffeta. For View A sheer sleeves, dress, collar: Organza, Chiffon, Lace, Dotted Swiss, Batiste, Tulle. For Views A and C contrasting cummerbund and optional tie ends: Contrasting Satin, Silk, Brocade, Sateen, Dupioni, Rayon. For all views sleeve, tie end, and collar lining: Polyester, taffeta, rayon, costume satin, tulle. For all views interfacing: Lightweight woven fusible interfacing such as Pellon SF 101 or similar woven fusible or lightweight sew-in interfacing. Not suitable for nonwoven fusible. Not suitable for heavy-weight fabrics, sequins, chenille, velour, or knits.

Supplies Needed:

Main Fabric—All Views:

• ¾ yd fabric with nap
• ¼ yd woven fusible interfacing such as Pellon SF 101 or similar product

Lining-All Views:

• ¼ yd fabric

Sheer Sleeves and Collar:

• ¼ yd (or scrap) sheer fabric

Contrasting Cummerbund and tie ends:

• ¼ yd fabric
• ¼ yd woven fusible interfacing such as Pellon SF 101 or similar product
• Commercially-made matching fabric corsage approximately 1-1 ½” in diameter

Interfacing:

• ¼ yd from bolt or cut from workroom scraps

Notions

• 3 ½” or smaller fancy buttons (may be covered buttons)
• High quality matching polyester or rayon thread, depending on fabric choice
• New needle with point and size appropriate to fabric selection (in the 9-12 range)

Skill Level:  Intermediate

What You Get: One 22 page sewing pattern that you digitally download as a PDF file so you can start your project immediately! The PDF sewing pattern provides full color step-by-step illustrated instructions and full size pattern pieces. A summary of instructions is included to help save on printer ink. A PDF reader is required to view and print the files (example: Adobe Reader or Preview for MAC). The download link is received immediately after the transaction is complete. Print copies are NOT available.

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Vendor: J Lyn Boutique
Type: 18 Inch Historical
Price: 8.99

Make a sweet 1950's style sunsuit outfit for your 18 inch doll, with two versions to choose from! 

Version one is a one piece romper with decorative trim at the top, side buttons and an invisible zipper closure in the back.

Version two is a two piece crop top and shorts. Top has a back button closure and shorts have a hook and loop closure in the back.

Outfit also includes a wrap around skirt with front buttons and snap closure.

This PDF sewing pattern from J Lyn Boutique is designed to fit 18" dolls such as American Girl®.  Pattern includes clear, step by step written directions and photos for each step.

Recommended Fabrics: Cotton

Supplies Needed:

• Fat quarter for both outfit A and B
• Fat quarter for skirt
• Fat quarter for lining
• Contrast fabric for trim (or 40” of pre-made trim)
• 4 - ¼” buttons for romper
• 1 -¼” button for crop top
• 2 - ¼” buttons for skirt
• 1 small snap for skirt
• 7” invisible zipper - cut to 4”
• Thread
• Sewing needle

Skill Level:  Intermediate

What You Get: One 45 page sewing pattern that you digitally download so you can start your project immediately! The PDF sewing pattern provides full color step-by-step illustrated instructions and full-size pattern pieces. A PDF reader is required to view and print the files (example: Adobe Reader or Preview for MAC). The download link is received immediately after the transaction is complete. Print copies are NOT available.

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Vendor: J Lyn Boutique
Type: 18 Inch Historical
Price: 6.99

Does your doll love vintage style? This pattern includes directions to make a 1950's style swimsuit and cover-up.

Swimsuit has a contrast top band with bow, an 8 panel flared short skirt with a hook and loop closure in the back and cute swimsuit bottoms with elastic legs and waist.

Cover-up has contrast trim along the center fronts and sleeves, stylish angled pockets, front bow and has a hook and loop closure in the front. 

This PDF sewing pattern from J Lyn Boutique is designed to fit 18" dolls such as American Girl®.  Pattern includes clear, step by step written directions and photos for each step.

Recommended Fabrics: Cotton

Supplies Needed

• ½ yd for swimsuit
• Fat quarter for swimsuit top contrast, swimsuit bottoms and contrast trim (if making your own trim)
• Single fold bias tape (if not making your own)
• ½” hook and loop tape
• Cotton cording or ⅜” ribbon for bows
• ⅓ yd for cover-up
• Thread
• Sewing needle

Skill Level:  Intermediate

What You Get: One 37 page sewing pattern that you digitally download so you can start your project immediately! The PDF sewing pattern provides full color step-by-step illustrated instructions and full-size pattern pieces. A PDF reader is required to view and print the files (example: Adobe Reader or Preview for MAC). The download link is received immediately after the transaction is complete. Print copies are NOT available.

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Vendor: J Lyn Boutique
Type: 18 Inch Historical
Price: 5.99

Make a 1950's style dress with scalloped side seams featuring a unique button detail!

The dress has a circle style skirt and is fully lined. Other eye-catching details include a collar and bodice front zipper. A belt adds the finishing touch.

This PDF sewing pattern from J Lyn Boutique is designed to fit 18" dolls such as American Girl®.  Pattern includes clear, step by step written directions and photos for each step.

Recommended Fabrics: Cotton

Supplies Needed:

• ⅓ yd for main dress
• ⅓ yd for lining
• 1- ½” buckle for belt
• Thin faux leather for belt - 14 ½” long
• 8 - ⅜” buttons
• 5” invisible zipper - cut to 4”
• Leather punch or ice pick
• Thread
• Sewing needle

Skill Level:  Intermediate

What You Get: One 23 page sewing pattern that you digitally download so you can start your project immediately! The PDF sewing pattern provides full color step-by-step illustrated instructions and full-size pattern pieces. A PDF reader is required to view and print the files (example: Adobe Reader or Preview for MAC). The download link is received immediately after the transaction is complete. Print copies are NOT available.

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Vendor: J Lyn Boutique
Type: 18 Inch Historical
Price: 5.99

Does your doll live in the 1950's? Or maybe she's going to a fancy party.  Either way, this dress is perfect for an elegant evening!

Pattern includes clear, step by step written directions and photos to make a 1950's style dress with full skirt and patterned overlay. Dress has ribbon straps that cross in the front and back, and has a back button closure. Variations include a long or tea length dress. 

This PDF sewing pattern from J Lyn Boutique, is designed to fit 18" dolls such as American Girl®.

Recommended Supplies: Silk, satin, 3d mesh or lace fabric, tulle

Supplies Needed:

• ½ yd for main dress
• ⅓ - 1 yd of 3D lace or sequined/embroidered mesh for overlay
• 2 yds of tulle
• Small piece for dress top lining
• 64” of ⅜” velvet ribbon
• 2 - ½” buttons
• Thread
• Sewing needle

 Skill Level:  Intermediate

What You Get: One 24 page sewing pattern that you digitally download so you can start your project immediately! The PDF sewing pattern provides full color step-by-step illustrated instructions and full-size pattern pieces. A PDF reader is required to view and print the files (example: Adobe Reader or Preview for MAC). The download link is received immediately after the transaction is complete. Print copies are NOT available.

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Vendor: Dolly Wears
Type: 18 Inch Historical
Price: 6.99

Does your doll love to clog or square dance?  She'll love this dress!

A 1950s square dance dress with full skirt along with an overlay for skirt and bodice. This dress also features puffy sleeves with sleeve band, button and rickrack accents.

Bonus: Pattern includes ruffled half slip and a neck tie.

This PDF sewing pattern by Dolly Wears is designed to fit 18" dolls such as American Girl®.

Recommended Supplies:  Cotton fabrics

Supplies Needed:   

• 1/2 yard cotton for dress
• 1/2 yard cotton for contrasting dress overlay
• 1/4 yard for half slip or 1 fat quarter
• 3/8''X 10'' elastic
• 7-3/8'' buttons
• 2 1/2 yards of 1/2'' rickrack (1 package)
• 4'' hook and loop tape
• Matching thread
• 1/4 yard lightweight interfacing
• 1 1/4 yards of 1/2'' gathered lace (optional)

Skill Level:  Intermediate

What You Get: One 35 page sewing pattern that you digitally download as a PDF file so you can start your project immediately! The PDF sewing pattern provides full color step-by-step illustrated instructions and full size pattern pieces. A PDF reader is required to view and print the files (example: Adobe Reader or Preview for MAC). The download link is received immediately after the transaction is complete. Print copies are NOT available.

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Vendor: Keepers Dolly Duds Designs
Type: 18 Inch Historical
Price: 7.99

Try this smart little 1950s jumper dress for an quiet afternoon at the library. This one piece pleated dress has contrasting puffed sleeves that fasten at the wrist with button loops and a tie collar that give it the look of a two piece jumper. A front yoke made from a separate layer is held in place under each shoulder with decorative buttons. The dress opens all the way down in the back and fastens with five buttons. Hook and loop tape or snaps can be used, if preferred. A trim little belt provides the finishing touch.

This PDF sewing pattern by Keepers Dolly Duds is designed to fit 18" dolls such as American Girl®.

Suggested Fabrics: Dress in lightweight cotton, cotton blends, cotton shirting, gingham, wool shirting, silk, or linen. Not suitable for knits. Blouse in lightweight cotton, cotton blends, batiste, voile, or silk. Not suitable for knits., or silk. Not suitable for knits.

Supplies Needed:

Fabric

• Dress ~ 1/2 yard 45” wide fabric
• Contrast ~ 1/4 yard 45” wide fabric

Notions

• Thread
• 5” x 10” piece of lightweight fusible interfacing
• Five 3/8” buttons for back closures (hook and loop tape or snaps can be used, if preferred)
• Two 1/4” buttons for sleeve closures
• Two 1/4” decorative buttons for shoulder detail
• One 5/8” slider buckle for belt

Tools

• Sewing machine
• Scissors
• Pins
• Hand sewing needle
• Iron and pressing tools
• Ruler
• Tube turner or safety pin for turning the belt and collar

Skill Level: Intermediate
 

What You Get: One 20 page sewing pattern that you digitally download as a PDF file so you can start your project immediately! The PDF sewing pattern provides full color step-by-step illustrated instructions and full-size pattern pieces. A PDF reader is required to view and print the files (example: Adobe Reader or Preview for MAC). The download link is received immediately after the transaction is complete. Print copies are NOT available.

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Vendor: Keepers Dolly Duds Designs
Type: 18 Inch Historical
Price: 6.99

Set sail back to the 1950s in this vintage style sailor crop top and capri pants designed by Keepers Dolly Duds. The fully lined sleeveless crop top is fitted at the bust and closes in front with three small snaps accentuated with decorative buttons. The sailor collar can be finished with a narrow trim or decorative stitching and a simple ribbon bow adds a pop of color and charm. The elastic back on the waistline of the capris make them easy to pull on while the fitted front give them a sleek appearance that mirrors the fit of the crop top. A decorative waist band and lacing along the legs add a layer of interest to the otherwise modest design. As an added bonus, the ensemble is topped off with a traditional sailor cap that can be worn with the brim up or down.

This PDF sewing pattern is designed to fit 18" dolls such as American Girl®.

Suggested Fabrics: Top, Top Lining, Collar and Capris in light weight cotton, cotton blends, cotton shirting, muslin, seer-sucker, or silk. Not suitable for knits.

Hat in medium weight cotton, linen, muslin, or twill. Excellent for stripes and plaids. Not suitable for knits.

Fabric

• Top and Capris ~ 1/3 yard 45” wide fabric
• Top Lining and Collar ~ 1/4 yard 45” wide fabric
• Hat ~ 1/3 yard 45” wide fabric

Notions

• Thread

Top

• Three 1/4” decorative buttons
• Three small snaps OR 1 1/2” of 1/2” wide hook and loop tape
• 8” square of lightweight fusible interfacing
• 24” of 1/4” wide ribbon for tie

Capris

• Two 1/4” decorative buttons for belt
• Twelve 1/8” metal eyelets (optional, hand or machine sewn eyelets can be used if preferred)
• 24” of 1/8” wide ribbon for ties
• 5” of 1/2” wide elastic

Hat

• 16” x 4” of lightweight fusible interfacing

Tools

• Sewing machine
• Scissors
• Pins
• Safety pin
• Hand sewing needle
• Iron and pressing tools
• Point turner or a blunt needle for squaring corners

Skill Level: Intermediate
 

What You Get: One 20 page sewing pattern that you digitally download as a PDF file so you can start your project immediately! The PDF sewing pattern provides full color step-by-step illustrated instructions and full-size pattern pieces. A PDF reader is required to view and print the files (example: Adobe Reader or Preview for MAC). The download link is received immediately after the transaction is complete. Print copies are NOT available.

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Vendor: Keepers Dolly Duds Designs
Type: 18 Inch Historical
Price: 6.99

Make this vintage mid-20th century jumper dress this holiday season! The pieced circle skirting creates a lovely chevron effect with a cozy winter flannel plaid. The jumper has a simple sleeveless bodice with dropped shoulders and fastens in the back with four buttons or snaps. Underneath the jumper is a delicate blouse with ¾ length puffed sleeves that are gathered with elastic just below the elbow. The blouse fastens in the back with three buttons or snaps and is finished with a trimmed Peter Pan collar and decorative bows. A simple belt provides the finishing touch.

This PDF sewing pattern by Keepers Dolly Duds is designed to fit 18" dolls such as American Girl®.

Suggested Fabrics: Blouse and Jumper Lining in light weight cotton, cotton blends, cotton shirting, muslin, batiste, voile, or silk. Not suitable for knits. Jumper in medium weight cotton, homespun, cotton blends, linen, muslin, batiste, or silk. Excellent for stripes and plaids. Not suitable for knits. Belt in vinyl, suede, or leather. Not suitable for knits.

Supplies Needed:

Fabric

• Blouse ~ 1/4 yard 45” wide fabric
• Jumper ~ 1/3 yard 45” wide fabric (allow extra fabric for matching stripes and plaids)
• Jumper Lining ~ 16” x 8” piece of fabric
• Belt ~ 1/2” by 15” piece vinyl, suede, or leather

Notions

• Thread

Blouse

• 9 1/2” of 1/8” wide elastic
• Three small decorative bows
• 12” 3/8” wide lace or trim OR 3/4” x 12” bias strip folded and pressed in half lengthwise
• Three 3/8” buttons OR three small snaps OR 3” of 1/2” wide hook and loop tape
• 8” square of lightweight fusible interfacing

Jumper

• Four 3/8” buttons OR four small snaps OR 6” of 1/2” wide hook and loop tape

Belt

• One 1/2” wide buckle

Tools

• Sewing machine
• Scissors
• Pins
• Hand sewing needle
• Iron and pressing tools
• Point turner or a blunt needle for squaring corners

Skill Level: Intermediate
 

What You Get: One 20 page sewing pattern that you digitally download as a PDF file so you can start your project immediately! The PDF sewing pattern provides full color step-by-step illustrated instructions and full-size pattern pieces. A PDF reader is required to view and print the files (example: Adobe Reader or Preview for MAC). The download link is received immediately after the transaction is complete. Print copies are NOT available.

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Vendor: Keepers Dolly Duds Designs
Type: 18 Inch Historical
Price: 7.99

Travel back to the 1950s in this three piece dress ensemble by Keepers Dolly Duds. The sleeveless dress fastens down the back with five buttons or snaps (hook and loop tape can be used is preferred). It features a smart looking pleated bodice finished with a row of decorative buttons and a simple collar. A tidy little belt divides the gathered skirting from the bodice, giving it the appearance of a separate blouse and skirt. The contoured off-center front opening of the jacket, which closes with four small snaps under decorative buttons, gives this ensemble the look of a 1950s sophisticate.

This PDF sewing pattern is designed to fit 18" dolls such as American Girl®.

Suggested Fabrics: Dress Bodice in light weight cotton, cotton blends, cotton shirting, muslin, batiste, voile, or silk. Not suitable for knits. Dress Skirting, Belt, and Jacket in in light weight cotton, homespun, cotton blends, linen, muslin, batiste, or silk. Not suitable for knits. Jacket Lining in synthetic lining, silk, muslin, batiste, or voile. Not suitable for knits.

Skill Level: Intermediate
 

What You Get: One 18 page sewing pattern that you digitally download as a PDF file so you can start your project immediately! This PDF sewing pattern provides full color step-by-step instructions and full-size pattern pieces. A PDF reader is required to view and print the files (example: Adobe Reader or Preview for MAC). The download link is received immediately after the transaction is complete. Print copies are NOT available.

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Vendor: Flossie Potter
Type: 18 Inch Historical
Price: 5.99

Flossie Potter's "1950s Swimsuit" is designed with panels of striped fabric that connect at various angles. (It can also be made without stripes, using varied colors or prints.)

Typical of that era, the suit has an under-piece with a second modesty front that flares slightly at the bottom, resembling a short dress. Its contrasting top portion is gathered in the center to give the impression of a "bow" with halter-style spaghetti straps that tie behind the neck. The legs are elasticized, and the back closes with elastic across the back waist, making the swimsuit easy to put on and take off.

This 14-page PDF sewing pattern is designed to fit 18-inch dolls such as American Girl® and sews up very easily at the intermediate level. It contains 5 pages of step-by-step instructions with full-color photo illustrations, 3 pages of pattern pieces, and 1 page of printable summary instructions (to save on printer ink!).

Pair the swimsuit with Flossie Potter's "RETRO Swim Cap" for an authentic look! You can get this pattern separately or as part of the 1950s Swimsuit and Retro Swim Cap pattern bundle.

See the complete collection from FLOSSIE POTTER HERE!

Recommended Fabrics: 

Woven fabric such as cotton or seersucker (Not for knits)

Supplies Needed:

(NOT RECOMMENDED FOR KNITS)
Main fabric: 1/4 yard of woven fabric such as cotton, seersucker (striped preferred)
Contrast fabric: cotton remnant
2/3 yd of 1/8" elastic (cut into 3 equal pieces)

Helpful tools: serger, turning tool, point turner

Skill Level:  Intermediate

What You Get: One 14 page sewing pattern that you digitally download as a PDF file so you can start your project immediately! This pdf sewing pattern contains 5 pages of instructions with full-color assembly photos, 3 pages of pattern pieces, and 1 page of printable summary instructions. A PDF reader is required to view and print the files (example: Adobe Reader or Preview for MAC). The download link is received immediately after the transaction is complete. Print copies are NOT available.

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Vendor: Flossie Potter
Type: 18 Inch Historical
Price: 7.99

Flossie Potter's "1950s Swimsuit and Retro Swim Cap" bundled set includes two full patterns bundled together! Create a darling fifties style swim outfit for her next pool party!

The 1950's swimsuit is designed with panels of striped fabric that connect at various angles. (It can also be made without stripes, using varied colors or prints.)

Typical of that era, the suit has an under-piece with a second modesty front that flares slightly at the bottom, resembling a short dress. Its contrasting top portion is gathered in the center to give the impression of a "bow" with halter-style spaghetti straps that tie behind the neck. The legs are elasticized, and the back closes with elastic across the back waist, making the swimsuit easy to put on and take off.

The Retro Swim Cap adds that 1950's flair to complete the look! Bathing beauties of the 1950s showed off their colored swim caps that were often decorated with flowers and other abstract shapes. The pattern includes two sizes: Short Hair and Long Hair. The caps close with a strap under the chin. The pattern also contains traceable flowers for optional decoration. 

See the complete collection from FLOSSIE POTTER HERE!

If you already have the Retro Swim Cap pattern, you can find the 1950s Swimsuit pattern available separately HERE. 

Recommended Fabrics: 

Swimsuit - Woven fabric such as cotton or seersucker (Not for knits)

Retro Swim Cap - Stretch Satin

1950's Swimsuit - Supplies Needed:

(NOT RECOMMENDED FOR KNITS)
Main fabric: 1/4 yard of woven fabric such as cotton, seersucker (striped preferred)
Contrast fabric: cotton remnant
2/3 yd of 1/8" elastic (cut into 3 equal pieces)

Helpful tools: serger, turning tool, point turner

Skill Level:  Intermediate

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Retro Swim Cap Supplies Needed:

-1/3 yd stretch satin
-One 1/2" lingerie slider or snap
-6 inches of single-fold bias tape (to match the fabric)
-3" x 10" piece of 2 mm foam sheet (for shoulder-length or long-haired dolls)
-Knee-High sheer stocking
-(Optional Flowers) Remnants in various colors of stretch satin, cotton, or felt:
At least three 2" x 2" pieces
At least three 1½" x 1½" pieces

TOOLS:
-Sewing machine with zigzag stitch
-Pinking shears (helpful)
-Point turner
-Iron
-(Optional) Hand needle
-(Optional) Sewing machine with decorative stitch options
-(Optional for flowers) fray-stopping liquid

Skill Level:  Easy Plus

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What You Get: Two separate PDF patterns.

• 1950's swimsuit - One 14 page sewing pattern that you digitally download as a PDF file so you can start your project immediately! This pdf sewing pattern contains 5 pages of instructions with full-color assembly photos, 3 pages of pattern pieces, and 1 page of printable summary instructions. A PDF reader is required to view and print the files (example: Adobe Reader or Preview for MAC). The download link is received immediately after the transaction is complete. Print copies are NOT available.

  
  
• Retro Swim Cap - One 21 page sewing pattern that you digitally download as a PDF file so you can start your project immediately! It includes full-color instruction with full-color photos to show you how to make your own RETRO Swim Cap. It also includes 6 pages of printable summary instructions (to save on printer ink) and 3 pages of pattern pieces.

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Vendor: Flossie Potter
Type: 18 Inch Historical
Price: 6.99

Flossie Potter's two-piece "1950s Department Store" suit evokes a time when shopping was a grand affair. With this intermediate level pdf sewing pattern that's designed to fit 18" dolls such as American Girl®, you can create several unique styles just by adding or removing some of its features or changing your fabric choice.

Make the sweet jacket with or without the contrasting shawl collar. Turn its 3/4 sleeves into short sleeves by omitting the contrasting cuffs.

The five-paneled gored skirt creates an A-line effect and features optional contrasting faux pockets. Its waistband is flat in the front and elasticized in back. Wear the skirt without the jacket and pair it with Flossie Potter's "Jellies" top for the Sock Hop.

For a more formal look, complete the suit with a cute new pattern hack for the crop top from Flossie Potter's "Town & Country Set." Then take the brass elevator to the third floor to shop 'til you drop! 

See the complete collection from FLOSSIE POTTER HERE!

Recommended Fabrics: 

Main fabric: cotton, seer sucker, light weight wool Contrast fabric: cotton, high-quality flannel, light weight velvet
Lining fabric: batiste, silk, satin.

NOT SUITABLE FOR KNITS

Supplies Needed:

• Main fabric: 1/3 yd of 44” wide
• Contrast fabric: 1/4 yd
• Lining: 1/4 yd
• Waistband: approximately 8 inches of 3/8” wide elastic
• Helpful tools: pinking shears, sleeve board, point turner

Skill Level:  Intermediate

What You Get: One 20 page sewing pattern that you digitally download as a PDF file so you can start your project immediately! This pdf sewing pattern contains 12 pages of instructions with full-color assembly photos, 3 pages of pattern pieces, and 2 pages of printable summary instructions. A PDF reader is required to view and print the files (example: Adobe Reader or Preview for MAC). The download link is received immediately after the transaction is complete. Print copies are NOT available.

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Vendor: Keepers Dolly Duds Designs
Type: 18 Inch Historical
Price: 5.99

This beautifully designed 1950s style dress by Keepers Dolly Duds looks just as great visiting near the punch bowl as it does on the dance floor. The dress features full-circle skirting, a wide boat neck collar, and notched sleeves. The dress is designed to fasten up the back with five buttons, but snaps or hook and loop tape could certainly be used instead. The simple bows and curved trim details give this special occasion dress just enough charm to make it perfect for a local sock-hop!

This PDF sewing pattern is designed to fit 18" dolls such as American Girl®.

Suggested Fabrics: Lightweight cotton shirting, Quilting cotton, Seersucker, Taffeta, Silk, Linen

Supplies Needed:

Skill Level: Intermediate
 

What You Get: One 22 page sewing pattern that you digitally download as a PDF file so you can start your project immediately! The PDF sewing pattern provides full color step-by-step illustrated instructions and full-size pattern pieces. A PDF reader is required to view and print the files (example: Adobe Reader or Preview for MAC). The download link is received immediately after the transaction is complete. Print copies are NOT available.

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Vendor: Dolly Wears
Type: 18 Inch Historical
Price: 5.99

A 1950s style dress by Dolly Wears with full Skirt and lace around the bottom of the hem. The Bodice has an Insert with accenting lace. The dress has short puff Sleeves with lace at the bottom of each Sleeve, along with lace around a cute little Collar. For the dress closure choose from either hook and loop tape or snaps with buttons.

This PDF pattern is designed to fit 18'' dolls such as American Girl® and Our Generation®.

Recommended Fabric:  Cotton, such as quilting cotton

Supplies Needed:   

• 1/2 yard cotton print for Bodice Front and Back, Collar, Skirt
• 1/4 yard contrasting cotton for the Bodice Front and Back Insert,Tie
• 1 1/2 yard of 1/4'' flat lace
• Hook and loop tape for Back Closure and one 3/8''button for Tie
• Or four 3/8'' buttons for Back Closure and Tie
• Two 1/4'' button for Front Insert
• Matching thread

Skill Level:  Intermediate

What You Get: One 27 page sewing pattern that you digitally download as a PDF file so you can start your project immediately! The PDF sewing pattern provides full color step-by-step illustrated instructions and full size pattern pieces. A PDF reader is required to view and print the files (example: Adobe Reader or Preview for MAC). The download link is received immediately after the transaction is complete. Print copies are NOT available.

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Vendor: Forever 18 Inches
Type: 18 inch Historical
Price: 7.99

The Double Dutch Jumper and Blouse pattern, by Forever 18 Inches, features a jumper with a cut-away bodice with suspender-style straps, a circular skirt, and a coordinating blouse with a collar, bishop sleeves, and a back closure. The blouse can be embellished with a tie under the collar or a ribbon bow. Jumper variations include pocket flaps, a faux front-button opening on the bodice, and a double skirt option. Two sets of cutting lines are included to accommodate the broad range of sizes often found with soft-bodied dolls. Mix and match your favorite elements for your own personalized schoolgirl look!

"I can do a polka, I can do a split, I can do a tap dance, just like this! 1, 2, 3…"

Jumping rope and skipping chants are time-honored traditions enjoyed by school-aged children since the beginning of America. Double Dutch jump rope games originated with Dutch settlers in the New York state area, and take the genre one step further by adding an extra rope turned in the opposite direction. In recent decades the game has evolved into a highly competitive sport that requires a precise sense of timing, endurance, and athletic ability. The Double Dutch Jumper is a retro-inspired pattern that pays homage to the early days of the sport when jumping rope was a game played during school recess, skirts were twirly, and referees were hawk-eyed classmates who couldn't wait for their own turn in the ropes!

This PDF sewing pattern is designed to fit 18" dolls such as American Girl®.  

Suggested Fabrics: Recommended Fabrics: For the Jumper:  a medium-weight fabric such as Kona Cotton or quilter's cotton, light to medium weight fabric for the Blouse, and lightweight fabric such as lawn or batiste for the Tie, Lining and Blouse bias finishing strip.

Supplies Needed:

Fabric Requirements:

• Option 1 Jumper: 1/3 yd. Main Fabric and 1/6 yd. Lining Fabric 
• Option 2 Jumper: 1/3 yd. Main Fabric (add an extra ¼ yd. for contrasting lower Skirt) and 1/6 yd. Lining Fabric 
• Option 3 Blouse: 1/4 yd. of Main Fabric and 1/4 yd. Collar Lining and bias finishing strip (or large scrap)

• 1. Matching thread and optional contrast thread 
• 2. One pair of small, very sharp scissors to trim seam allowances
• 3. Optional: Fray Check®
• 4. A Frixion® pen or other marking tool 
• 5. Optional: a hemostat or long pair of tweezers for turning small pieces
• 6. Optional: coffee filters OR tissue paper OR embroidery stabilizer to use as a backing when edge stitching
• 7. Optional: 1/3 yd. narrow elastic jewelry cord for Tie

• 1. Six ¼" buttons
• 2. Two medium-size snaps 

Option 3:

• 1. Three small or medium snaps OR hook and loop for back closure

Skill Level:  Intermediate

What You Get: One 62 page sewing pattern that you digitally download as a PDF file so you can start your project immediately! The PDF sewing pattern provides full color step-by-step illustrated instructions and full size pattern pieces. A 7 page summary of instructions is included to help save on printer ink.  A PDF reader is required to view and print the files (example: Adobe Reader or Preview for MAC). The download link is received immediately after the transaction is complete. Print copies are NOT available.

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Vendor: Flossie Potter
Type: 18 Inch Modern
Price: 4.99

The Sweetie Pie Hat, by Flossie Potter, is a reversible accessory that can coordinate with two outfits by using the fabric from both. Make it with flannel or cotton for a softer, floppier, look; or use felt (from a bolt) for a more molded appearance. For spring and summer, try flowered prints; for fall and winter, make it with plaid. The sky's the limit!

A seamstress with minimal experience can make this hat in about 15 minutes with the included "Quick Method" of assembly. Your doll will be ready to go out in no time!

This 15-page PDF sewing pattern, designed to fit 18" dolls such as American Girl(R), is easy to make with 11 pages of step-by-step instructions and full-color assembly photos, 2 pages of pattern pieces, and 2 pages of printable summary instructions (to save on printer ink!).

Recommended Fabrics: Flannel, Felt (from bolt; NOT SUITABLE FOR FELT SQUARES), cotton

Supplies Needed:

FABRIC:
Flannel, Felt (from bolt - NOT SUITABLE FOR FELT SQUARES), or cotton

Outer and Lining (separately):
1/4 yd fabric

-OR-

Outer and Lining (together from same fabric):
1/2 yd fabric -OR- (60" fabric needs 1/4 yd)

TRIM:
2/3 yd of woven, fold-over trim -OR- narrow bias tape

TOOLS:
Tailor's ham (helpful)
Pinking shears (helpful)

Skill Level:  Intermediate

What You Get: One 17 page sewing pattern that you digitally download as a PDF file so you can start your project immediately! The PDF sewing pattern provides full color step-by-step illustrated instructions and full size pattern pieces. A PDF reader is required to view and print the files (example: Adobe Reader or Preview for MAC). The download link is received immediately after the transaction is complete. Print copies are NOT available.

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Vendor: Dolly Wears
Type: 18 Inch Historical
Price: 5.99

Welcome to 50s Scalloped Delight, a 1950s inspired dress by Dolly Wears. This scalloped dress reflects the beauty of those timeless dresses that were worn in the 50s. Now your favorite 18’’ doll can wear this timeless dress as well. This dress features contrasting Scallops on the Bodice and Skirt. With either hook and loop tape with buttons for closure or snaps with buttons that go down the front of the dress. There is a Net Underskirt sewn into the Skirt to give it the full 50s look. 

This PDF pattern is designed to fit 18'' dolls such as American Girl® and Our Generation®.

Recommended Supplies: Solid color cotton with a contrasting print for the Scallops.

Supplies Needed:   

• ½ Yard of a solid cotton fabric
• ⅓ Yard of a contrasting cotton print
• Matching thread for both fabrics
• Hook and loop tape OR five snaps
• Five ½’’ buttons

Skill Level:  Intermediate

What You Get: One 26 page sewing pattern that you digitally download as a PDF file so you can start your project immediately! The PDF sewing pattern provides full color step-by-step illustrated instructions and full-size pattern pieces. A PDF reader is required to view and print the files (example: Adobe Reader or Preview for MAC). The download link is received immediately after the transaction is complete. Print copies are NOT available.

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Vendor: Keepers Dolly Duds Designs
Type: 18 Inch Historical
Price: 6.99

Ring-a-ding-ding, make a dress that really sings with this beautifully designed Keepers Dolly Duds pattern. These fab summertime frocks are inspired by the swinging styles of the 1950s and will make a marvelous addition to your dolls fifties wardrobe!

View A has a cross over waistband treatment with a wide open clean neckline and short puffy sleeves with sleeve bands.

View B has a wide open neckline with extended shoulders and short self-lined sleeves. It features a small collar with a tab detail that anchors a center neckline bow. Both dresses fasten up the back with seven buttons. Side ties form a pretty bow tie in the back which allow for some adjustment when fitting the dress on dolls with varying waistlines.

This PDF sewing pattern is designed to fit 18" dolls such as American Girl®.

Suggested Fabrics: View A and B Dress in lightweight fabric such as cotton, linen, or silk. Not suitable for knits.

Skill Level: Confident Beginner
 

What You Get: One 26 page sewing pattern that you digitally download as a PDF file so you can start your project immediately! The PDF sewing pattern provides step-by-step digitally drawn illustrated instructions and full-size pattern pieces. A PDF reader is required to view and print the files (example: Adobe Reader or Preview for MAC). The download link is received immediately after the transaction is complete. Print copies are NOT available.

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Vendor: Keepers Dolly Duds Designs
Type: 18 inch Historical
Price: 6.99

Remember days gone by spent climbing trees and riding bikes? Reminisce by making your doll these spunky fifties inspired play clothes with this beautifully designed Keepers Dolly Duds doll clothes pattern. This versatile pattern makes both long and short bibbed pants with two different pocket styles. The overalls button at the sides to make them easy to put on and the elastic back waist makes for a nice fit. The simple front buttoning blouse adds a touch of feminine charm to this otherwise tomboyish outfit. It features a rounded collar with and can be made with either a straight or banded short puffed sleeve. This 1950s inspired pattern is suited for seamstresses with intermediate sewing skills.

This PDF sewing pattern is designed to fit 18" dolls such as American Girl®.

Suggested Fabrics: Pants in medium weight cotton, cotton blends, lightweight denim, lightweight corduroy, wool, flannel, twill, or gingham. Not suitable for knits. Blouse in lightweight cotton, cotton blends, silk, or linen. Not suitable for knits.

Skill Level: Intermediate
 

What You Get: One 26 page sewing pattern that you digitally download as a PDF file so you can start your project immediately! The PDF sewing pattern provides full color step-by-step illustrated instructions and full size pattern pieces. A PDF reader is required to view and print the files (example: Adobe Reader or Preview for MAC). The download link is received immediately after the transaction is complete. Print copies are NOT available.

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Vendor: Keepers Dolly Duds Designs
Type: 18 Inch Historical
Price: 6.99

Create these pretty summery fifties inspired frocks with this beautifully designed Keepers Dolly Duds doll clothes pattern. These will be nifty additions to your doll's 1950's wardrobe! Both dress variations feature an off-center front opening, a separate belt, and a rounded collar that ties at the side. View A is sleeveless with a self lined bodice. View B has 3/4 length cuffed sleeves and is constructed using facings for the bodice. Bodice darts allow for some adjustment to fit the varied waistlines of the soft-bodied dolls. This is a relatively easy pattern to make and a great choice for beginning sewists!

This PDF sewing pattern is designed to fit 18" dolls such as American Girl®.

Suggested Fabrics: View A and B Dress in medium weight cotton, cotton blends, wool, linen, or silk. Not suitable for knits.

Skill Level: Confident Beginner
 

What You Get: One 21 page sewing pattern that you digitally download as a PDF file so you can start your project immediately! The PDF sewing pattern provides full color step-by-step illustrated instructions and full-size pattern pieces. A PDF reader is required to view and print the files (example: Adobe Reader or Preview for MAC). The download link is received immediately after the transaction is complete. Print copies are NOT available.

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Vendor: Dolly Wears
Type: 18 Inch Historical
Price: 5.99

Welcome to 50s N Lace by Dolly Wears. This dress is an authentic replica of a little girls dress that was worn in the 1950's. It features a lace insert in the Bodice with two different view to choose from. The Skirt features a lace insert which has a shadow box effect. There is a net underskirt which gives the full look of the 1950's.

This PDF pattern is designed to fit 18'' dolls such as American Girl® and Our Generation®.

Recommended Supplies:  Cotton Broad Cloth

Supplies Needed:   

• ½ yard solid color fabric, like broadcloth
• ¼ yard netting for underskirt 
• ⅜ yard flat lace
• ⅓ yard of ½’’ gathered lace
• ½ yard of ⅛’’ wide elastic
• hook and loop tape or three ⅜’’ buttons
• matching thread

Skill Level:  Intermediate

What You Get: One 29 page sewing pattern that you digitally download as a PDF file so you can start your project immediately! The PDF sewing pattern provides full color step-by-step illustrated instructions and full size pattern pieces. A PDF reader is required to view and print the files (example: Adobe Reader or Preview for MAC). The download link is received immediately after the transaction is complete. Print copies are NOT available.

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Vendor: Dolly Wears
Type: 18 Inch Historical
Price: 5.99

Welcome to 50s N Gingham by Dolly Wears. It is an authentic replica of a little girls dress that was worn in the 1950's. The Bodice has two variations. Both variations have beautiful ruffles that wrap around from the Front of the Bodice to the Back of the Bodice. You can choose from a Sleeveless Bodice or beautiful ruffled Sleeves. The Skirt is a full gathered Skirt with a net underskirt which gives the full look of the 1950's.

This PDF sewing pattern is designed to fit 18" dolls such as American Girl®.

Recommended Supplies:  Cotton, Gingham

Supplies Needed:   

• ¾ yard gingham or any cotton fabric
• ¼ yard netting for underskirt
• View A (Sleeveless Bodice) 1 yard of gathered lace using between ½’’ to ⅞’’ width)
• View B (Bodice with Sleeves) 2 yards of gathered lace (using between ½’’ to ⅞’’ width)
• 1¼ yards of 1½’’ flat lace
• Hook and loop tape or three ⅜’’ buttons
• Matching thread
• Water soluble pen and Small hole punch 

Skill Level:  Intermediate

What You Get: One 29 page sewing pattern that you digitally download as a PDF file so you can start your project immediately! The PDF sewing pattern provides full color step-by-step illustrated instructions and full size pattern pieces. A PDF reader is required to view and print the files (example: Adobe Reader or Preview for MAC). The download link is received immediately after the transaction is complete. Print copies are NOT available.

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Vendor: Dolly Wears
Type: 18 Inch Historical
Price: 5.99

Welcome to 50s N Polka Dots by Dolly Wears. This dress is an authentic replica of a little girls dress that was worn in the 1950's. The following instructions were designed to help you in making this beautiful vintage dress. This dress features a tucked Bodice Front with your choice of beautiful lace sewn around the Yoke. the dress is a full gathered Skirt with a net underskirt which gives the Skirt the full look of the 1950's. The ribbon ties and lace around the bottom of the Skirt finish off this beautiful vintage doll dress. Polka Dots were very popular in the 50's, however, any cotton fabric would set this dress off in style. The back closure of the dress is sewn with hook and loop tape for easy access, especially for a young doll enthusiast. The step-by-step instructions come in a full-color format along with 8 full-size pattern pieces to make this dress.

This PDF sewing pattern is designed to fit 18'' dolls such as American Girl® and Our Generation®.

Recommended Supplies:  Cotton Polka Dot or any other cotton fabric

Supplies Needed:   

• ½ yard polka dot or any cotton fabric
• ¼ yard netting for underskirt
• 1 ⅔ yard flat lace
• 1 yard of ⅜’’ ribbon
• Hook and loop tape
• Matching thread

Skill Level:  Intermediate

What You Get: One 26 page sewing pattern that you digitally download as a PDF file so you can start your project immediately! The PDF sewing pattern provides full color step-by-step illustrated instructions and full size pattern pieces. A PDF reader is required to view and print the files (example: Adobe Reader or Preview for MAC). The download link is received immediately after the transaction is complete. Print copies are NOT available.

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