Tutorial - How to Crochet a Hammock for Barbie

Quick project that only requires a metal hanger and yarn

Tutorial at Happier than a Pig in Mud

"Have you noticed that Barbie's been absent from the blog for a while? That's because she's been enjoying summer and chilling on her new hammock! Just hanging out, catching some rays and waiting for Pablo the pool boy to bring her a nice cold drink. Yea, I gotta figure out how to get THAT life! This Barbie Hammock comes together pretty quickly and if you don't crochet the hammock can be made from material or even woven. " Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Bunny Ears for a Barbie Doll

Simple, last minute craft

Tutorial at Happier that a Pig in Mud Blog

"Sometimes the easiest things bring the biggest smiles... These Last Minute Super Simple Bunny Ears for Barbie would be so cute tucked inside a plastic egg, or they're a great project to have the girls make for themselves. It's a fast craft that only requires the plastic ring from a water bottle for the headband and pipe cleaners for the ears. Of course you could make them fancier and maybe glue a little pink to the center of each ear (you know I'm thinking glitter) but I wanted to keep it as quick and easy as possible, especially if you have several Barbies to help get ready for Easter".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Knit a Vest for Barbie

Use novelty yarn for a knit outerwear vest for Barbie

Tutorial at Happier than a Pig in Mud Blog

"Well folks, it looks like winter will be here for a while longer, so let's get comfy... These Knit Barbie Outerwear Vests whip up in no time and I've made a "down" version with worsted weight yarn (the garter stitch kinda reminds me of a puffy Lands End vest) and a "faux fur" (faux wool?) one with crazy yarn from the $1 bin at AC Moore. This is another project a girl can most likely make for herself. They are simply constructed from a square for the back and a long rectangle that wraps around the doll's neck-creating a collar and the front panels, then gets sewn to the sides, leaving a hole for each arm".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Crochet a Hooded Scarf for Barbie

Easy enough for a girl to make for her doll

Tutorial at Happier than a Pig in Mud Blog

"This Hooded Scarf for Barbie was a fun little snowy day project and one a girl can probably complete for herself. It's made in two rectangular pieces using all single crochet, and the crazier the yarn the better... (Barbie's lovin' this funky multi-colored synthetic wool/angora looking fuzzy blend. Wouldn't it be great to make one for a girl and a matching one for her doll-I love that".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Barbie Dress from a Glove

Turn inexpensive stretchy gloves into a cute, two-seam dress for Barbie

Barbie Tutorial at Happier than a Pig in Mud Blog

"I was really curious to see if this idea would work and think the Barbie Dress from Stretchy Gloves turned out cute! And it's something fun and crafty to do when the girls have a sleep over. The best part, you can get two pair of gloves for $1 at Dollar Tree! When's the last time you spent 25¢ on Barbie clothes".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Crocheted Barbie Poncho

Every little girl should have seasonal outfits for her Barbie

Barbie Poncho Tutorial at Happier than a Pig in Mud Blog

"This Pumpkin Pickin' Poncho was the first thing that crossed my mind when I thought about making clothes for a Barbie Doll. Super simple, whips up in an hour or less, a girl can make it for herself and the crazy eyelash trim just makes it fun! (You might need to help with that though".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Sew Barbie Kitchen Accessories

Really Cute Apron, Oven Mitt, and Chef's Hat for Barbie

How to Sew Barbie Kitchen Accessories Tutorial at Sharon Sews Blog

"Here's a tutorial on how to sew a lined Barbie apron with pockets, oven mitt and chef hat. Something every fashion doll needs so she will look fabulous while baking and decorating trendy cupcakes.".... Read more