Tutorial - How to Make Doll Size Felt Purses

Video tutorial for making tiny bags and purses for dolls using felt

Tutorial at Strawberry Butterscotch Blog

"I made five adorable doll sized purses using felt, snaps and embellishments. They are perfect for my dolls (see the doll blog for their reaction.)  And they were super fun to make and super easy. So easy that I just had to make a video tutorial".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Tank Tops for a Doll

Video tutorial for dolls of all sizes

Tutorial at Strawberry Butterscotch Blog

"I made cute little drawstring tank tops for my doll (you can see her reaction here).  I say drawstring, but will always think of them as pillowcase tops.  The first time I learned how to make tops like this was from a tutorial for a top using a pillow case I saw in a magazine.  Since then I have made several (see Dolly Dressing and Give Me a Doll With Hair)".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Barbie Easter Bonnet

Easter hats from bottle caps for Barbie would be a great craft to make with the kids

Tutorial at Happier than a Pig in Mud Blog

"I thought it would be fun to make an Easter Bonnet for Barbie from a Recycled Bottle Cap. These little pill box type hats that Kate Middleton likes can be as basic or extravagant as desired, and if you've Googled images you know what I mean! I simply wrapped the brim of mine with ribbon and added some fancy embellishments... It is a holiday after all".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Dress for Any Doll

Video tutorial for fitting a bodice to any size doll

Tutorial at Strawberry Butterscotch Blog

"I originally intended to post this last Friday, but realized it would be better to post today instead. I will explain why in a second. Anyway, for the next project on my list, I mad doll dresses! I of course made one for my ball jointed doll (you can see her reaction to it here), but I also made some for another doll. This is a Ever After High doll that belongs to my niece. She has two of them plus a Monster High doll, and all three have the same ultra slim figure and are in bad need for clothing".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Doll Size Suitcase

Quick and easy recycle project for a doll fan in your life

Tutorial at XOXO Grandma Blog

"Excuse the long absence, it has been quite the winter! We were on the road for the holidays and then had I had a little mishap on the ice while shoveling snow. It concluded with my left arm in a cast and a minor surgery to hold the bones together. Not exactly how I envisioned starting 2016. What I had envisioned, though, was more cute, easy projects like this... so let's get this fun started and pretend that ice doesn't exist. At least for a few minutes. I found these two cute little tins at a thrift store and knew they'd make the perfect doll accessory. So, let me show you how I turned them into vintage looking travel cases.  You're going to love this project because it's super easy to make".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a No-Sew Sock Creature

No sewing is needed for making these fun toys

Tutorial at Coloured Buttons Blog

"So you want to make some sweet little sock dolls with just one sock that you don't have to sew or cut? Well then, say hello to the Odd Bods...the cutest one-sock no-sew sock dolls you ever did meet. Some people might think these little fellows are...well...just a little odd looking...I guess they are... but hey they're family".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a No Sew Fleece Blanket

Easy enough for a child to make with adult supervision

Tutorial at From a Doll's Eyes Blog

"Anna has once again taken an interest in making “miniature” items as part of her weekly pledge.  Her latest project for it was fleece blankets for dolls, you may view it here. Naturally this involved making at least one blanket for myself.  Imagine my surprise when she requested my help to complete it.  She is quite aware that a doll such as myself was not designed for laborious work, but she insisted.  Elegant ladies are known for their refined handiwork after all, so I suppose it’s best to lend a hand".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Doll Hammock

Step by step directions using sticks, leather cording, a little netting and super glue

Tutorial at XOXO Grandma Blog

"Most children love helping with craft projects. So, this summer, make a fairy hammock with your child out of twigs and a few other supplies you may already have.  Supplies needed: Leather cord, Netting about 8" long, Twigs. Cut 2 sticks that have a "V" shape.  The sticks need to be cut to the same length. 1 stick that's for the cradle base".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Doll Apron

An easy sewing project, perfect for a beginner

Tutorial at XOXO Grandma Blog

"Here in Utah, we celebrate something called Pioneer Day every July 24. It's in honor of the first group of Mormon pioneers who entered the Salt Lake Valley back in 1847. This upcoming holiday got me thinking of my own pioneer ancestors.  Do you have any pioneer ancestors? I have a great grandmother and a great great grandfather who crossed the plains in 1863. In memory of them, I made this pioneer outfit. My favorite part of the outfit is that cute little apron, which I refashioned from a linen napkin".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Doll Elf Costume

Tutorial and free patterns included

Tutorial at XOXO Grandma Blog

"Are you having fun with these dollar store projects?  I hope so because I'm having a blast creating them.  If you're just joining me, we are having some fun over the next few weeks turning cheap finds from dollar stores into cute doll clothes (you can find links to my other tutorials at the bottom of this post).  Day four's project is a Doll Elf Outfit, kind of like that  little "Elf on the Shelf" but bigger".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Doll's Party Dress

Dress starts with a sequin headband

Tutorial at XOXO Grandma Blog

"Party time around here today.  The dollar store purchase transformation for today is how to make a doll party dress from from a sequin headband.  (If you're just joining me, we're having fun last week and this week turning cheap finds from dollar items into cute doll clothes you can find links to my other tutorials at the bottom of this post). I found this headband at JoAnn's Fabric and Craft Store. They had a lot of colors to choose from but I chose silver because I knew that I had some pretty shimmery purple fabric and I thought it would make a fancy looking skirt once added to this headband".... Read more

Tutorial - Make a Doll Sweater Dress from Socks

Turn dollar store purchases into doll clothes

Tutorial at XOXO Grandma Blog

"Today, I'm going to show you how to make a sweater dress from a pair of thermal socks I purchased for one dollar.  So, grab your thermal socks if you can bear parting with them this time of year and let's get started. Supplies needed: Red thread, Dark gray thread, velcro. Cut the socks as follows: cut both socks at 9 3/4" measuring from the top of the socks to the toes. Cut those pieces only in half lengthwise".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Handkerchief Doll

Use markers or embroider a face on your doll

Tutorial at Sussex Mouse Blog

"Church Dolls have been made for centuries by mothers wanting to pacify young children in Church. They were taken out of Mother's pocket when the Sermon started and didn't make a noise if they were dropped. I have been asked many times how I make my Church Dolls so I have taken step by step photos of how I made this little lady ".... Read more

Tutorial - Doll purse and shoes from an old wallet

Upcycle a wallet into cute shoes and a bag for a doll

Tutorial at XOXO Grandma Blog

"Ever heard the old adage, "Waste not, want not?" My mom used to say that to me all the time. And it stuck. In the case of this doll purse and shoes, never throw away an old wallet even if it's looking worn. After I purchased a new wallet and emptied my old wallet out, I looked at the fabric and decided that it was only the edges that were worn so why not use the other parts to make a doll purse and coordinating shoes?  Waste not, want not".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Glassy Doll Eyes

Use for all kinds of crafty projects

Tutorial at Cassie's Creative Crafts Blog

"I have researched all of the eye tutorials on the web and they are all wonderful and I have tailored it to what works best for me.  This is a WIP/tutorial. This is my VERY first tutorial, so I hope I do things right. I understand this may not work for everyone. If you have any ideas or advice, please let me know. I will try to include where I get certain products (incase you would like to know".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Doll Bib

Add a ribbon and decorative stitch around the edge

Tutorial at Sewing for Sophia Blog

"Here is my pattern for today, a nicely fitted little bib that you can decorate in many ways so it will look very pretty on any doll. However this set will look best on baby born or similar doll. Cut bib pattern once in your main fabric and once in poly-cotton or similar. ( it will give flexibility and softness to the garment). Start sewing on the side, and leave little opening".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Handkerchief Doll Skirt

Skirt for an 18 inch doll with scraps of fabric

Tutorial at Joy's Jots, Shots, & Whatnots

"Some time ago I saw a video on It's Sew Easy on how to make an adult size handkerchief skirt. I adapted it for the 18 inch size doll. Below you will find the cutting directions and tutorial for putting the skirt together.  First cut out 5 five inch squares of fabric. For fun you might like to try a combination of various colors".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Doll's Summer Dress

Free dress pattern and sewing tutorial

Tutorial at Sewing 4 Sofia Blog

"I know that I promised so here is my first pattern in pdf I love this little -off shoulders- top,with girly polka dots skirt,tulle is giving extra party look !I start with an idea and a simple picture…please excuse my drawing, I will get better.if you want me to send you the pdf file for this dress please subscribe to my blog".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Weave a Barbie Doll Poncho

Mix up the colors and yarn, and have fun

Tutorial at Happier than a Pig in Mud Blog

"Barbie's getting her Cinco de Mayo on! Now that she's dressed up in this Hand Woven Mexican Poncho all she needs is a margarita! Well, I'm sure a taco wouldn't be bad either. The only supplies needed for this Poncho are yarn, a piece of cardboard and a wide eyed plastic yarn needle. This is an easy project that kids can do for themselves and thicker yarns help speed it along".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Wand for a Doll

With a little supervision kids can make this

Tutorial at The TipToe Fairy Blog

" I have a fun tutorial for an American Girl doll. This is a doll fairy wand tutorial.  With a little help from a grown up, your kids will have a blast making these.  Supplies -2 small pieces of cardboard or card stock, Roll of tulle, 6-inch piece of 1/4 inch dowel rod, acrylic paint, paint brush, round elastic, a couple of ribbon scraps, about 6 inches, tiny bells or trinkets, hot glue gun".... Read more