This reversible Japanese-style apron is designed specifically for 18-inch dolls. It features overlapping back pieces that criss-cross at the center and can be fastened at the shoulders with buttons, creating a stylish and functional design.
The apron is designed to slip easily over the doll’s head, as the shoulder part is open.
As it is reversible, your doll will have two aprons in one.
You can use two contrasting fabrics for the outer and inner sides of the apron to highlight its reversible design.
I have included the link to the free pattern below.
Check out my other free 18-inch doll cloth PDF sewing patterns and tutorials:
1. Gathered Skirt with Elastic Waist
4. Panel Skirt with Elasticated Waist
8. Swirl Skirt with Elasticated Waist
9. Spiral Skirt with Elasticated Waist
10. Full Circle Skirt
11. Easy Sleeveless A-Line Summer Top
12. Elastic Waist 8-Gore Skirt
13. Tiered Dress
15. Bermuda Shorts
17. Playsuit
18. Jumpsuit21. Peplum Top with Back Closure
23. V-Neck Button-Down Peplum Top
24. Tie-Front Sleeveless A-Line Top
25. Tie-Front Top with Sleeves
26. Summer Top with Shoulder Ties
27. Summer Top with Bunny Ears Shoulder Ties
Click the link below to browse all the free PDF sewing patterns for women:
Click the link below to browse all the free PDF sewing patterns for kids:
Click the link below to see the complete list of Free PDF Sewing Patterns for 18-Inch Dolls:
21. Peplum Top with Back Closure
23. V-Neck Button-Down Peplum Top
24. Tie-Front Sleeveless A-Line Top
25. Tie-Front Top with Sleeves
26. Summer Top with Shoulder Ties
27. Summer Top with Bunny Ears Shoulder Ties
Click the link below to browse all the free PDF sewing patterns for women:
Materials Needed:
- Fabric (cotton, lightweight linen, or knit)
- Matching thread
- Scissors
- Pins or clips
- Sewing machine (or hand-sewing needle)
- Measuring tape
- Iron
Steps to Sew the Doll Cross-Back Apron:
1. Download the Free PDF Pattern:
How to print and assemble the pattern pages?
Click here to learn how to print and assemble the PDF pattern pages.
2. Cut the Fabric
- Cut one piece on fold from fabric 1.
- Cut one piece on fold from fabric 2.
3. Finish the neckline, armhole curve, and the cross-back curve
- With right sides facing, place fabric 2 over fabric 1, and sew the neckline, armhole, shoulders, and the cross-back curves of fabric 1 and fabric 2, with a 1/4 inch seam allowance, as shown in the image below. Leave the front hemline open.
- Clip the seam allowances.
4. Turn the Apron Inside Out
- Turn the apron inside out through the hemline opening.
- Push the corners and shape the curved edges using a chop stick
- Press the apron.
5. Hem the Bottom Edge
- Close the hemline opening using machine stitch or hand stitch.
Final Touches
- Trim any loose threads.
- Sew along all the edges (optional)
Now your 18-inch doll has a cute reversible Japanese-style cross-back apron!
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.
