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.
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
Swirl Skirt with Elasticated Waist---Free PDF Printable Sewing Pattern for 18-Inch Dolls
Elastic Waist 8-Gore Skirt Pattern for 18-Inch Dolls
Reversible A-Line Dress for 18-Inch Dolls---Free PDF Sewing Pattern
Tiered Dress for 18-Inch Dolls ---Free Sewing Pattern
Tie-Front Top for 18-Inch Dolls---Free PDF Sewing Pattern and Sewing Tutorial
Peplum Top with Back Closure for 18-Inch Dolls---Free PDF Sewing Pattern
Surplice Peplum Top for 18-Inch Dolls---Free PDF Sewing Pattern
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:
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 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.
