Small Scale Couture

Funny how things work. A week ago I would have never thought I would be designing custom clothes for those of extremely small stature. Yet, here I am a day down the rabbit hole and a basic pattern tested with plans for at least 3 more designs to create.

Couture for dolls. Like I said, it's funny where life takes you. It's a really great way to use up those little scraps and in end, I hope to bring some smiles to some sweet girls.

It's a Wrap

I finished another custom order. A wrap skirt for a friend who rides her bike everywhere. She wanted a skirt that made pedaling a breeze while keeping her ladylike.


I ran across the free pattern in the Spring 2009 issue of Stitch magazine.


The pattern, while easy to put together, has some major flaws. The ties are ridiculously long, it calls for belt loops but then gives no direction or mention of openings in the waistband to make the tie up practical. I improvised and ended up miscalculating a bit. In the end I don't know if it will work. I will give it to her anyway as a birthday gift and perhaps design my own version with hopefully a happier ending.

My favorite part of making it was painting the pocket with fabric paint. I love that little bee!

One Down

I've been down in the basement working my little fingers into a frenzy. I have completed the first of four custom orders and have just a moment before I am on to the next.
I thought I would share this project since I adore these fabrics. I had just enough to make a sweet baby outfit.



A short dress with ruffle and embroidered flower detail and matching bloomers. It is such a joy to sew for the wee babies.
This outfit is off to New Mexico at the end of the week. I hope it will be enjoyed and worn happily by the little one.