I Can Make Dolls' Clothes: Easy-to-follow patterns to make clothes and accessories for your favourite doll

(Hardback)

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This book teaches children aged 7+ how to make mix-and-match clothes for a standard 30 cm (12 in) plastic doll. Its approach is simple, quick and fun, and the results are extremely stylish. The book includes actual-size patterns for nine garments along with super-clear instructions and illustrations of each step. It also features inspirational photographs of the dolls modelling the finished clothes. A section at the back sets out the basics of sewing, including how to thread a needle, do a running stitch and sew on poppers and buttons.

Reviews

'With actual-size patterns, super-clear instructions and inspirational illustrations, this book is just the ticket for keeping kids busy - and the results should be very pleasing' - Mumsnet
'A fantastic resource' - Love Sewing
'A fashion-forward and fun approach to teaching basic sewing skills and nurturing basic creativity' - Craft Business
'Dolls were never this cool when we were little' - Simply Sewing Magazine
'This is a fantastic resource for teaching sewing skills, including how to thread a needle, sew a running stitch and attach fasteners to garments' - Make It Today Dressmaker
'Beautifully packaged will undoubtedly be a great addition to any aspiring fashion designers collection' - Library Mice
'This is a beautifully designed book thanks to the combination of childrens wear designer Louise Scott-Smiths aethetic sensibilities and talent for putting together stylish outfits all perfectly scaled down to dolly proportions and Georgia Vauxs strong graphic style' - My Little Style File
'The book itself is the perfect size for little hands. Lots of text-free white space on pages with large text and simple (and I stress simple) instructions with brilliant graphics to guide you through each project' - Tea and Crafting
'This weeks must-have' - Sunday Express

Author Bio

Georgia Vaux is a graphic designer, book designer and art director. Louise Scott-Smith is a childrenswear designer. She is the former Head of Childrenswear Design at Liberty and Caramel Baby and Child.