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Wednesday, February 12, 2025

Summer Top with Shoulder Ties for 18-Inch Dolls---Free PDF Sewing Pattern and Sewing Tutorial

 






This pop-over summer top designed for 18-inch dolls has an A-line shape and has shoulder ties that could be fastened at the shoulders. 




I have included the link to the free pattern below.

The measurements of the doll I used are

Chest 11.5 inches
Waist 11 inches
Hip 11.75 inches

This pattern will fit dolls like Our Generation dolls and American Girl dolls and dolls with similar measurements.




Check out my other free 18-inch doll cloth PDF sewing patterns and tutorials:


Gathered Skirt with Elastic Waist for 18-Inch Dolls---Free PDF Sewing Pattern












A Simple Top with Short Sleeves---Free PDF Printable Pattern for 18-Inch Dolls

Swirl Skirt with Elasticated Waist---Free PDF Printable Sewing Pattern for 18-Inch Dolls



Materials Needed:

  • Fabric (cotton, lightweight linen, or knit)
  • Matching thread
  • Scissors
  • Pins or clips
  • Sewing machine (or hand-sewing needle)
  • Cross-grain fabric strips for the shoulder ties
  • Measuring tape
  • Iron

Steps to Sew the Doll Top:

1. Download the Free PDF Pattern:


Pattern download link:



How to print and assemble the pattern pages?


Click here to learn how to print and assemble the PDF pattern pages. 





Seam and hem allowances are included in the pattern.

Neckline and armholes: 1/4 inch
Side seam: 1/2 inch
Bottom hem: 1/2 inch


2. Cut the Fabric

  • Cut one front piece and one back piece on fold.



3. Create the Hem for the Top Edge

  • Fold the top edge of both pieces down 1/4 inch and press with an iron.
  • Fold down again 1/4 inch and press.
  • Sew close to the folded edge.




4. Sew the Side Seams

  • Place the front and back pieces right sides together.
  • Pin and sew 1/2-inch seams along both sides.
  • Finish the edges with a zigzag stitch or pinking shears to prevent fraying.

5. Add the Shoulder Ties

  • Cut cross-grain fabric strips about 8 inches long and 1 inch wide each.
  • Fold the strips 1/4 inch down the wrong side, lengthwise. Then, fold the strip in half, lengthwise and press. Sandwich the armhole into this folded strip, pin to keep them together, and then stitch along the edge.

6. Hem the Bottom Edge

  • Fold the bottom edge 1/4 inch up, press, and fold again.
  • Sew along the folded edge.

Final Touches

  • Trim any loose threads.
  • Try the top on your doll and adjust the shoulder ties as needed.

Now your 18-inch doll has a cute top with shoulder ties! Would you like matching bottoms or a skirt tutorial to go with it? Check these links!

Gathered Skirt with Elastic Waist for 18-Inch Dolls---Free PDF Sewing Pattern






I have posted lots of free PDF printable sewing patterns on this page on my blog. Browse through this page to find the patterns you are looking for. You can download and use them to make your own clothes.


You can also click the Free Sewing Patterns Page at the top of this blog page (under the blog title) to find more free sewing patterns.

Click the links below to browse through all the pattern drafting and sewing tutorials on my blog.




Happy Sewing

---Flora



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Friday, February 7, 2025

Tie-Front Top with Sleeves for 18-Inch Dolls---Free PDF Sewing Pattern and Sewing Tutorial




This tie-front top is easy and quick to sew. It has sleeves and an opening at the center front, where small fabric ties are attached and fastened to make knots.

I have included the link to the free pattern below.

The measurements of the doll I used are

Chest 11.5 inches
Waist 11 inches
Hip 11.75 inches

This pattern will fit dolls like Our Generation dolls and American Girl dolls and dolls with similar measurements.


Check out my other free 18-inch doll cloth PDF sewing patterns and tutorials:


Gathered Skirt with Elastic Waist for 18-Inch Dolls---Free PDF Sewing Pattern












A Simple Top with Short Sleeves---Free PDF Printable Pattern for 18-Inch Dolls

Swirl Skirt with Elasticated Waist---Free PDF Printable Sewing Pattern for 18-Inch Dolls



Materials Needed

  • Fabric (lightweight cotton or knit works best)
  • Matching thread
  • Scissors
  • Sewing machine or hand-sewing needle
  • Pins or fabric clips

Instructions

1. Download the Free Pattern

Pattern Download Link:


Use the diagram below as a guide to assemble the pattern pages.




How to print and assemble the pattern pages?


Click here to learn how to print and assemble the PDF pattern pages. 





Seam and hem allowances are included in the pattern.

Neckline, center front open edges, armholes, bodice lower edge: 1/4 inch
Side seam: 1/2 inch
Bottom hem: 1/2 inch



2. Cut the Fabric

  1. Fold the fabric in half and pin the pattern pieces to it.
  2. Cut the fabric pieces.

3. Sew the Shoulders

  1. Pin the front piece to the two back pieces at the shoulder seams.
  2. Sew the shoulder seams using a ¼-inch seam allowance.

4. Attach the Sleeves

  1. Pin a bias strip folded in half to the right side of the armhole and sew.
  2. Trim the raw edge of the armhole and the bias strip.
  3. Fold down the bias to the wrong side and sew close to the folded edge.

5. Finish the Neckline

  1. Pin a bias strip folded in half to the right side of the neckline and sew.
  2. Trim the raw edge of the neckline and the bias strip.
  3. Fold down the bias to the wrong side and sew close to the folded edge.



6. Sew the Side Seams

  1. Align the sides of the front and back bodices.
  2. Sew from the underarm point to the hem of the top on both sides.
7. Attach the Ties to the Center Front Opening
  1. Make eight small ties from straight pieces of fabric.
  2. Mark four points of equal lengths on both the edges of the center front opening.
  3. Sew the ties in place.
  4. Pin a bias strip folded in half to the right side of both the edges of the center front opening and sew.
  5. Trim the raw edges of both the center front opening and the bias strip.
  6. Fold down the bias strips to the wrong side and sew close to the folded edge.

8. Test and Adjust

  • Place the top on the doll, fasten the front ties to make knots or bows, and ensure the top fits snugly. Make any needed adjustments.

I have posted lots of free PDF printable sewing patterns on this page on my blog. Browse through this page to find the patterns you are looking for. You can download and use them to make your own clothes.


You can also click the Free Sewing Patterns Page at the top of this blog page (under the blog title) to find more free sewing patterns.

Click the links below to browse through all the pattern drafting and sewing tutorials on my blog.




Happy Sewing

---Flora





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Tie-Front Sleeveless A-Line Top for 18-Inch Dolls---Free PDF Sewing Pattern and Sewing Tutorial




 






This tie-front top is easy and quick to sew. It's a sleeveless top that has an opening at the center front where small fabric ties are attached and fastened to make knots.

I have included the link to the free pattern below. 
The measurements of the doll I used are

Chest 11.5 inches
Waist 11 inches
Hip 11.75 inches

This pattern will fit dolls like Our Generation dolls and American Girl dolls and dolls with similar measurements.


Check out my other free 18-inch doll cloth PDF sewing patterns and tutorials:


Gathered Skirt with Elastic Waist for 18-Inch Dolls---Free PDF Sewing Pattern












A Simple Top with Short Sleeves---Free PDF Printable Pattern for 18-Inch Dolls

Materials Needed

  • Fabric (lightweight cotton or knit works best)
  • Matching thread
  • Scissors
  • Sewing machine or hand-sewing needle
  • Pins or fabric clips

Instructions

1. Download the Free Pattern

Pattern Download Link:


Use the diagram below as a guide to assemble the pattern pages.

How to print and assemble the pattern pages?


Click here to learn how to print and assemble the PDF pattern pages. 





Seam and hem allowances are included in the pattern.

Neckline, center front open edges, shoulder, and armholes: 1/4 inch
Side seam: 1/2 inch
Bottom hem: 1/2 inch



2. Cut the Fabric

  1. Fold the fabric in half and pin the pattern pieces to it.
  2. Cut the fabric pieces.
  3. You will now have 1 back piece cut on fold and 2 front pieces

3. Sew the Shoulders

  1. Pin the front piece to the two back pieces at the shoulder seams.
  2. Sew the shoulder seams using a ¼-inch seam allowance.

4. Finish the armholes

  1. Pin a bias strip folded in half to the right side of the armhole and sew.
  2. Trim the raw edge of the armhole and the bias strip.
  3. Fold down the bias to the wrong side and sew close to the folded edge.

5. Finish the Neckline

  1. Pin a bias strip folded in half to the right side of the neckline and sew.
  2. Trim the raw edge of the neckline and the bias strip.
  3. Fold down the bias to the wrong side and sew close to the folded edge.




6. Sew the Side Seams

  1. Align the sides of the front and back bodices.
  2. Sew from the underarm point to the hem of the top on both sides.
7. Attach the Ties to the Center Front Opening
  1. Make eight small ties from straight pieces of fabric.
  2. Mark four points of equal lengths on both the edges of the center front opening.
  3. Sew the ties in place.
  4. Pin a bias strip folded in half to the right side of both the edges of the center front opening and sew.
  5. Trim the raw edges of both the center front opening and the bias strip.
  6. Fold down the bias strips to the wrong side and sew close to the folded edge.

8. Test and Adjust

  • Place the top on the doll, fasten the front ties to make knots or bows, and ensure the top fits snugly. Make any needed adjustments.

I have posted lots of free PDF printable sewing patterns on this page on my blog. Browse through this page to find the patterns you are looking for. You can download and use them to make your own clothes.


You can also click the Free Sewing Patterns Page at the top of this blog page (under the blog title) to find more free sewing patterns.

Click the links below to browse through all the pattern drafting and sewing tutorials on my blog.




Happy Sewing

---Flora


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Thursday, February 6, 2025

V-Neck Button-Down Peplum Top for 18-Inch Dolls---Free PDF Sewing Pattern and Sewing Tutorial




 



This V-neck button-down peplum top is a perfect addition for your doll's summer wardrobe. It has a opening at the front, where you can attach buttons and sew buttonholes, or you can attach Velcro or press studs inside and sew buttons on the outside for style purpose.

The top has an opening at the back where you can attach closures like Velcro or press studs.


The measurements of the doll I used are

Chest 11.5 inches
Waist 11 inches
Hip 11.75 inches

This pattern will fit dolls like Our Generation dolls and American Girl dolls and dolls with similar measurements.

Check out my other free 18-inch doll cloth PDF sewing patterns and tutorials:


Gathered Skirt with Elastic Waist for 18-Inch Dolls---Free PDF Sewing Pattern












A Simple Top with Short Sleeves---Free PDF Printable Pattern for 18-Inch Dolls

Swirl Skirt with Elasticated Waist---Free PDF Printable Sewing Pattern for 18-Inch Dolls





Here’s a step-by-step tutorial to sewing a V-neck button-down peplum top for an 18-inch doll.


Materials Needed:

  • Lightweight cotton, linen, or knit fabric (fat quarter size is enough)
  • Sewing Pattern (Free pattern link is given below)
  • Matching thread
  • Small buttons or snaps for closure
  • Sewing machine or hand-sewing needle
  • Fabric scissors
  • Pins or clips
  • Iron
  • Optional: Interfacing for button placket

Step 1: Download the Free Sewing Pattern

Free PDF Sewing Pattern for V-Neck Button-Down Peplum Top for 18-Inch Dolls

Use the diagram below as a guide to assemble the pattern pieces:

Seam and Hem Allowances:

Bodice:

Neckline, armholes, center back, lower edge of the bodice: 1/4 inch
Side seam: 1/2 inch

Facing:

Shoulder seam 1/4 inch, neckline seam 1/4 inch


Peplum:

Hem allowance: 1/2 inch
Top edge: 1/4 inch
Side seam: 1/2 inch

For the peplum part of the skirt, you can also use a rectangular strip of fabric, instead of using the peplum pattern provided here. Measure out the lower edge of the entire bodice (after you have attached the front and back bodices together). Note down this measurement. Take a piece of fabric with width 2 3/4 to 3 inches and length 1.5 to 2 times the measurement you have noted down.

Step 2: Cut the Fabric

Cut the following pieces:

  • Bodice Front (2 pieces) – includes button placket and V-neck
  • Bodice Back (2 pieces)
  • Peplum Front (1 piece on fold)
  • Peplum Back (2 pieces)
  • Neck Facing (2 front pieces, 1 back piece on fold)

Step 3: Prepare the Bodice

  1. Sew the Shoulder Seams:

    • Place front bodice pieces right sides together with the back bodice at the shoulders.
    • Sew using a ¼-inch seam allowance and press open.

  2. Fold the center front edges of the bodice 1/4 inch to the wrong side. Then fold the placket extension to the right side of the bodice.




  3. Attach the Facing:

    • Place the front and back facing pieces right sides together and join the shoulder seams. 
    • Place the facing on the neck line right sides together and pin.
    • Sew around the V-neckline using a ¼-inch seam allowance.
    • Flip the facing and placket inside and press well. Topstitch if desired.



Step 4: Sew the Buttons onto the  Placket

  1. Mark buttonholes (or snaps) and sew them in place.

Step 5: Finish the Armholes and  Sew the Side Seams

  1. Finish the Armholes: Use bias tape to cover the raw edge the armhole.

  2. Place front and back bodice pieces right sides together.
  3. Sew the side seams and finish the raw edges.

Step 6: Attach the Peplum

  1. Sew the Side Seams:

    • Place front and back peplum pieces right sides together.
    • Sew the side seams and finish the raw edges.

    1. Hem the Peplum:

      • Fold the bottom edge ¼ inch twice and sew.

  3. Gather the Peplum:

    • Sew a long basting stitch along the top edge of the peplum.
    • Gently pull the threads to gather it until it matches the bodice width.

  4. Attach Peplum to Bodice:

    • Pin the peplum to the bodice, right sides together.
    • Sew using a ¼-inch seam allowance and finish the raw edge with a serger or zigzag stitch.

Final Touches:

  • Press all seams for a neat look.
  • Topstitch around the neckline or placket for durability.

Now your doll has a cute V-neck button-down peplum top!


I have posted lots of free PDF printable sewing patterns on this page on my blog. Browse through this page to find the patterns you are looking for. You can download and use them to make your own clothes.


You can also click the Free Sewing Patterns Page at the top of this blog page (under the blog title) to find more free sewing patterns.

Click the links below to browse through all the pattern drafting and sewing tutorials on my blog.




Happy Sewing

---Flora
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