Meet Penny

We have a new doll and according to my daughter, her name is Penelope Anderson--or Penny for short. Penny came for Christmas and I have big plans for her new career as a model in my shop. In fact, today is her big debut. She's wearing a cute sweatshirt and mini-skirt that I just listed in my shop:

I used the Liberty Jane "Piccadilly" pattern for the top and the Liberty Jane mini-skirt pattern for the skirt. I've made versions of the mini-skirt before for my daughter and some of her friends--it's a great pattern (although it's snug! I add a 1/4-inch to each side seam so it's easier for girls to pull up over their doll's hips.) The sweatshirt, or "Piccadilly Sweater" is another fantastic pattern. I made one for Penny to keep along with the skater skirt that came with the pattern bundle:

I loved how the sweater was finished in the back with a loop and button closure. I changed that for the listing in my shop to make it a bit easier to take on and off. I also had just enough black pleather from my son's Anakin Skywalker Halloween costume to make the skirt. It's cute, but Liberty Jane skirts are little! I know the fit is supposed to be fashionable--and the fit is great--but this skirt is very snug and very short. I've pulled it down a little bit on Penny.

But I'm excited to have Penny and to try new patterns. My daughter and I LOVE Pixie Faire Doll Clothes Patterns where you can buy Liberty Jane patterns. I think Penny needs this peacoat next--maybe in a bright green? That would look pretty with her bright-as-a-penny hair . . .

Calico Corner

There's another new listing my shop:

It's no secret that I love making versions of Kirsten's school dress--maybe I should have named my shop "Calico Corner." I really like this little print and added a bright red sash just for fun. I think the color red makes anything look better, but that's because it's my favorite color:)

Hello There

Hello again! After a long break, I have finally listed something new in my shop:

It's a Regency-style dress and Spencer jacket--perfect for Valentine's Day. I'm also excited to list some more items soon. I have missed my little Etsy shop! After major Halloween costume sewing (including Snow White and Sleeping Beauty costumes for the dolls), my sad serger needed repairs in November. Then again in December. Then again in January. But things are good now and my serger is happy . . . so far. That serger of mine has become indispensable to my sewing, but sure can be nasty when it's not working right!

But now that we're back on track, I have fun plans for my shop--stay tuned! And thanks for stopping by:)