Free Crochet Pattern ~Dolly's Spring Time Skirt

Doll Size (for generic 18 inch dolls, like American Girl or similar). 

MATERIALS
Crochet thread ~Bernat Handicrafter. Size 5. (Lace 0)
in colour; 'Orchid' or 'Iris'.
3.75 mm hook.
2 Buttons. Approximately 1/2 inch in size.
Round Markers.

SPECIAL ABBREVIATIONS
Ea = Each.
Ch(s) = Chain(s).
Ss = Slip Stitch.

Free Crochet Pattern ~Dolly & Me Child's Choice Buttons Necklaces

These fantastically fun button necklaces are quick and easy to work up. Let the child pick the buttons they want to make it extra special. If you have never worked the foundation hdc, then this video will help you learn how: http://www.mooglyblog.com/foundation-half-double-crochet/

Yarn: Royale Size 10 Crochet Thread. Colour; 0465 Pastels.
3.75 mm Crochet Hook.


SIZE
Sized to fit approximately age 6 child, with a matching doll size (for generic 18 inch dolls, like American Girl or similar). 

Pattern Review ~Ribbon Candy Dress

My little princess asked for some new doll clothes for her new American Girl doll. So I'm on a bit of a mission to get some made up for her!









The pattern for this lovely dress is called 'Ribbon Candy Dress'. It is very nicely written by Kate Wagstaff of Crafting Friends Designs.

I purchased this pattern a few weeks ago, and finally had the chance to give it a go. I made a few small additions/modifications to the pattern to suit my princess's requests.

The very first difference I made is the yarn choice. I did not have the yarn listed in the pattern, and my husband says I need to use some before I can purchase more, so I gave my princess the chance to choose the colours she wanted. I used: Patons Canadiana Yarn, Medium 4, in colours; 'Med. Green Tea' and 'Dark Green Tea'. I also used: Patons Allure Bulky 5 in 'White'. I do recommend using the yarn listed in the pattern for best results.

My princess and I worked together to decide where we would switch colours. If I do this pattern again I will definitely try alternating colours as the pattern requests. After working up the dress base, following the pattern exactly, I finished off by adding 2 more button holes & buttons in the back. I then evenly Single Crocheted on the furry yarn around the neck, bottom and sleeves of the dress. 

She also wanted a jewelled belt and the snowflake button, so I sewed them on easily.

Reuse Upcycled Headless Barbie Doll Mannequin Free Idea by Niftynnifer

Has your Doll lost her head? That happens far too often in my opinion, sending far too many Dolls to the dumps! 

Check it out!! I Made my own Barbie Mannequin!