HAVE A HEART! An easy sew

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SEW EASY ONE PIECE PATTERNS

Sew up sweet little hearts in two sizes! This quick and easy sewing project is perfect for a brand new stitcher to take a sewing machine for a little spin! If you are an experienced stitcher, this is a nice little project to introduce sewing to someone who is curious to start.

To begin this project, download the pdf pattern with instructions. Gather some fabric and stuffing. You just need some basic tools and equipment to start sewing.

 

SWEET HEART PATTERN
INSTRUCTIONS
CUT & SEW DOLL

YOUR UNIQUE HEART

Customize and decorate your heart with iron on transfers. Use a favorite photo or hand drawn art for that personal touch

Paper backed fusible web is a notion that may spark a lot of ideas for you. Have fun with this!

BE INSPIRED!

Hearts are a simple shape for an expression of love and friendship. A perfect mini gift for any day of the year. Make simple hearts or embellish. Embroider, add drawings or autographs… let your imagination go!  Check out my pinterest board, hearts, for inspiration.

These sweet hearts are sized to accessorize the 17″ PLUSHLIFE dolls and animals.

Here are more cloth toys to accessorize with an autographed heart.

If you make a sweet heart using this pattern, we would love it if you share a photo and story on instagram with: #sewingsweethearts . We look forward to seeing you there!

 

MORE!

If you enjoy one piece patterns for a quick sew or to mentor a new stitcher, check out these:

SEW EASY bow tie clip 

SEW EASY petite pincushion.

SEW EASY cutie stocking

BE A SEW AND SEW! ELAINE

Free pattern, peasant top for PLUSHLIFE® and 18” dolls!

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SEW EASY! SEW A WARDROBE FOR YOUR PLUSHLIFE® AND 18″ DOLLS!

Pair up your top with a pair of undies or leggings made from socks using the free pdf legging pattern.

leggings pattern

If you are a fan of PLUSHLIFE® and 18″ dolls, I have a special treat for you, a wardrobe pattern freebie!

Sew up a cute peasant style dress or top for your PLUSHLIFE® or 18″ dolls! This quick and easy sewing pattern is a nice little project for an experienced stitcher to introduce sewing to someone who is ready to start sewing.

To begin this project, use the link below to download the pdf pattern with instructions, then gather your supplies!

free peasant top pattern

A fat quarter of fabric will be enough to make one dress. For some ideas for fabric, check out my ditsy designs on the print on demand site, Spoonflower.com.

Want to know more about how to have the PLUSHLIFE® experience?  Click here to find out HOW.

Sew and sew! E

Yarn hairdos for cloth dolls: Five techniques to try!

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Designing a hairdo for a cloth doll is one important component for creating the unique beauty, cuteness, or character of your doll. There are so many techniques to consider when developing a yarn hairstyle for a cloth doll. Below are a few for you to consider. Use one technique or combine.

 

You can be traditional or nutty. Be inventive! So many varieties of yarn colors, textures and weights to consider when designing your doll!

SO LET’S GET STARTED! GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

In addition to your doll body, have a glue gun, thread and needle and one skein of yarn. A standard 4 ply yarn is good for experimenting and a first time experience.

ESTABLISH A HAIRLINE 

For all hair design techniques, mark a hairline on your doll.

Tip: Keep all pins raised, so that you can remove all of them upon completion of your hair design.

Above and below are photos of four yarn hair design techniques. Click below for complete instructions.

1) Wrap, tie and glue yarn hanks

2) Yarn hair wefts

3) Rooted yarn hair

Below are photos of

4) Wrapped yarn hank variations

5) Crochet cap with rooted yarn pieces

So get ready to make your cutie! Have fun! E

A QUICK SEW FOR A MERRY MERRY!

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SEW EASY ONE PIECE PATTERNS

Sew up cute little 11″ tall stockings! This quick and easy sewing project is perfect for a brand new stitcher to take a sewing machine for a little spin! If you are an experienced stitcher, this is a nice little project to introduce sewing to someone who is curious to start.

To begin this project, download the pdf pattern with instructions.  You just need some basic tools and equipment and some fabric to make a cutie stocking.

 

STOCKING PATTERN

FABRIC CHOICES

Use a knit, fleece, minky or a cotton print to make a cutie stocking. To make a cotton fabric a bit more beefy, back the fabric with interfacing, felt or my fave: iron on batting.

Be inspired to make heirloom memory stockings!

Repurpose a sweater or shirt to make a stocking loaded with memories. My stocking will always remind me how great my Dad was!

A fun way to commemorate childhood memories is to repurpose cast-off clothing worn each year. Add charms, photos, decorations and notes to add more nostalgia about that year. Have fun with this!

Stockings are an iconic decoration for the winter holidays. Perfect for gifting or creating memories. Sew easy!

If you make a cutie stocking too, we would love it if you share a photo and story on instagram with: #mycutiestocking . We look forward to seeing you there!

 

STOCKING STUFFERS!

If you enjoy one piece patterns for a quick sew or to mentor a new stitcher, check out the SEW EASY bow tie clip and SEW EASY petite pincushion.

Sew joy! Elaine

A doll wardrobe must have: Leggings! Make from socks.

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MAKE SOME FANCY LEGGINGS AND PANTIES FOR YOUR PLUSHLIFE® DOLLS, ANIMALS AND 18″ DOLLS.

Leggings are a must have staple for your PLUSHLIFE® doll or 18″ doll wardrobe. Here is a free pdf pattern with instructions for you to make leggings from crew socks.

There are such great sock styles out there, why not use some to make a trendy set of leggings for your doll friend?

Use a set of adult crew socks or leg warmers to make leggings. You can also repurpose a fine gauge sweater sleeve. Since socks are super stretchy, you can stretch a childs sock to fit the pattern within the sock shape.

 

ONE PATTERN PIECE, A PAIR OF SOCKS,

AND ELASTIC IS ALL YOU NEED

leggings pattern

Want some wardrobe choices to pair up with leggings? Click here to shop for current 18″ doll and toy patterns by Elaine Heigl Designs. Or if you like freebee patterns, then you are in luck! Pair up some leggings with a sweet little easy to make pinafore and collar or peasant top.

‘Tis always the season to sew gifts and togetherness projects!

Elaine