Monday, April 28, 2014

12" Baby Doll Dress and Bloomers- Free Pattern!

Vera's baby doll was in need of a new outfit, so I made her a dress and set of bloomers. When Vera woke up from her nap, I proudly showed her baby doll's new attire to her. "Vera, look what Mommy made for your baby!" to which she replied "Noooo!"and immediately removed the new dress and tried to put the old worn-out outfit back on. That girl does not like change. Fortunately, she warmed up to the new clothes after a few days and now loves dressing and undressing her doll.


This pattern was made to fit a 12" Waterbabies Doll but will fit most 12" dolls with a few minor modifications. I won't be providing a step-by-step tutorial with this pattern, but have included a few helpful tips. To get the pattern, simply right-click on the images below and save. Print at full scale.





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27 comments:

  1. AnonymousApril 29, 2014 at 2:32 PM

    Great job! And you even used the same material as the old dress! Looove!!!
    Selena

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  2. AnonymousJuly 14, 2017 at 9:33 AM

    would be nice to actually have the directions

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    1. SarahJuly 16, 2017 at 7:51 AM

      Hi,
      The basics of garment construction apply to this pattern, just at a smaller scale. I just provided tips and a scaled down pattern, for those not wanting to draft their own, but the same principals apply as would for child or adult size clothing. Hope that helps!

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  3. UnknownJuly 16, 2018 at 9:39 PM

    Simple instructions for us Grandmas who are not dressmakers but would love to make some little outfits for granddaughter's dolls would be much appreciated. I am sort of trying to make it like a puzzle but harder to undo when you make a mistake.....

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  4. UnknownJuly 16, 2018 at 9:39 PM

    Simple instructions for us Grandmas who are not dressmakers but would love to make some little outfits for granddaughter's dolls would be much appreciated. I am sort of trying to make it like a puzzle but harder to undo when you make a mistake.....

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  5. BettyellenMay 9, 2019 at 8:33 AM

    Hi,
    Thank you for this pattern. I have a quick question - is there supposed to be a "skirt" pattern that is attached to the bodice? I am new to this so I may be completely wrong. Please advise. Ellen

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    1. SarahMay 9, 2019 at 4:51 PM

      Hi Bettyellen, please see the second page of the pattern. You will need to cut a 4" x 20" piece of fabric for the skirt portion of the dress.

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    2. BettyellenMay 21, 2019 at 8:03 AM

      Sarah, thank you so much - my bad. It was right there in the instructions. I appreciate your patience.

      Ellen

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  6. BeckNovember 29, 2019 at 7:19 AM

    Thankyou for this pattern! My 13 year old will have fun sewing this for her little sister's baby doll.

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  7. UnknownDecember 12, 2019 at 4:09 PM

    Thank you for this pattern. I have 2 little nieces that would love this.

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  8. Mary EMay 8, 2020 at 11:32 AM

    I have one quick question too/ why cut 4 for the back is this dress lined? That’s the only thing i can figure out. thank you so much and btw, adorable

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    1. SarahMay 9, 2020 at 10:33 AM

      Hi Mary,
      Yes, the bodice of this dress is lined. You could make the bodice unlined, but then you would have to finish the edges of the arm and neck holes; I prefer to hide the unfinished edges inside the lining. I find this to be easier/quicker. I hope that helps!

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  9. onespunkymomJuly 10, 2020 at 1:35 PM

    How do I download this free pattern?

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    1. SarahJuly 11, 2020 at 5:41 PM

      Hi! To get the pattern, simply right-click on the images and save. Print at full scale.

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  10. UnknownAugust 30, 2020 at 1:08 PM

    Muy bonito, te felicito

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  11. MHelenaOctober 6, 2020 at 11:18 AM

    Thank you :-)

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  12. antmeeDecember 21, 2020 at 6:02 PM

    Thank you! Wonderful pattern. I'm trying to make a dress for my granddaughters Dinkum doll. Hopefully this will fit.

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  13. janineJanuary 19, 2022 at 6:20 PM

    love this little pattern but i cant see where to print it

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    1. SarahJanuary 20, 2022 at 7:50 PM

      Hi Janine, try right-clicking on the pattern and selecting "Save Image". You should be able to open it from your computer and print from there.

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  14. AnonymousMay 31, 2022 at 1:00 PM

    I just can't figure out how to attach the skirt to the bodice and where the elastic goes. Sorry. I have sewed a lot before but would love a little more direction.

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    1. SarahJune 1, 2022 at 5:57 PM

      Hopefully you will find this video helpful: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBmup-iaDvA

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    2. AnonymousJune 27, 2022 at 2:04 PM

      How do you get the video to open. I clicked on it and it doesn’t do anything. 😬

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    3. AnonymousJune 28, 2022 at 11:32 AM

      Hi! You will have to cut and paste the link into your browser.

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  15. AnonymousFebruary 3, 2024 at 5:01 PM

    Rosemary B here:
    funny comments.
    People, if you want a pattern with instructions, go to Etsy and buy a pattern. This is FREE. If you do not understand how to sew, get instruction. you can go to your public library where they have books on GARMENT sewing.
    Sarah, thank you for the FREE pattern. If someone does not understand how to make this dress, obviously they need further instruction and should seek advice elsewhere, perhaps BUY a pattern.
    Again. Thank you Sarah, I am looking at ideas to make grand girls' bitty baby some clothes too. I am an experienced sewist. Your instructions are fine, actually they are excellent

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    1. SarahFebruary 13, 2024 at 6:12 PM

      Thank you Rosemary, I’m glad you found it helpful!

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  16. Comment posterFebruary 13, 2024 at 8:50 AM

    "Spot-on observations, well done!"

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