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Simple & Stylish Patterns for 18-Inch Dolls' Clothing (Creative Crafters)

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Nice batch of garments, basic patterns, that can be embellished to taste; variations in color, fabric, trim make the patterns yours.

The patterns in this book are for 18" girl dolls with a 10" waist.

The clothes are classic dolls' clothes -- 1940s - 1950s -- made to fit the slim body girl dolls (Gotz/Goetz, Magic Attic, Euro Girls*).

Instructions are given for scaling patterns and/or for lengthening, widening within the pattern (not on the seam lines), which would need to be done for American Girls, which are on the obese side, with a 12" chest and waist. The waist size on the AGs varies depending on the doll and its owner, as they are soft-body dolls and can have their waists compacted somewhat over time by use, by wearing belts and/or ribbon ties.
The wrist size on the AGs is 3-1/2" in circumference, as opposed to 2-3/4" on the Magic Attic dolls, and this is hard vinyl/plastic.

Worth noting also is that the clothes have high necklines on them, which is suitable for the AG dolls, as the AG cloth body reaches up to the neck and needs to be covered; so, although the patterns need to be adjusted for size to fit the AG dolls, the styling of the clothing is suitable for them. The Magic Attic (and Madame Alexander 18" dolls) have shoulders and part of chest made of plastic/vinyl, so their necklines can be exposed.

* I don't have a fitting model of the Euro Girls or the West Coast Kids, which are about the same size as each other; they may be even slimmer than the "slim body" 18" dolls to which these patterns are fitted.

These seem to be for the American Girls dolls for the 1950's and 1960's...not so much for "modern" clothes.

I was disappointed that there were no actual pattern pieces included in the back of the book. The patterns are pictures but it gives no suggestions as to the best way to actually use the pattern pictures, either by tracing them or some other method.

I think the patterns in this book are a bit old fashioned for today styles. The instructions and pattern pieces are easy to follow though so not bad if an older style of dolls clothes is what you are looking for.

I make doll clothes for the granddaughters American Girl dolls. Nice patterns and good instructions.

The collection of Simple and Stylish Patterns for 18 Inch Dolls is great and I cannot wait to make use of it.

Had to read directions several times and finally gave up and created my own styles. A little old fashion and it was cheaper to buy the clothing online then to start from scratch making them.

The dress patterns are the sweetest looking. They look like something a little girl would be wearing.
They seem to be easy enough to make and I can hardly wait to get started. With all the pretty fabric
that can be purchased today the possibilities are endless. The 18-inch doll has become very popular
with little girls these days and the simple patterns in this book will make a great wardrobe.

I was looking for a few good sized patterns for slim bodied 18 inch dolls, which was the sole reason I purchased the book. I intended to use the sizing to create further patterns. The patterns in this book were supposed to be sized for Magic Attic sized dolls. The problem with the patterns is that sleeves are gathered, skirts gathered and pleated, pants sized for a gathered elastic waist, shirt is loose fitting. Nothing about these patterns are designed for a fit. I might as well have saved my money and redesigned the patterns I have already for the American Girl who is full figured.

I love new ideas for clothing for 18" dolls and especially when they are not only fashionable, but easy to make and this book has it all. If you are a beginner or advanced sewer, you will be pleased with this book from Amazon. There are great instructions and lots of pictures of the finished outfits. I am very pleased with this purchase.