Most of the baby sewing I’ve done so far has actually been for Norah’s Baby Stella doll! This pattern is from Twinflower Designs {just like the dresses I made in the past} and was pretty easy to put together. I cut into my stash of My Happy Garden by Cloud 9 Fabrics. Since the fabric with the birds was fairly thin, I just lined my top with white cotton, instead of making it reversible. So, then, when it came to the pants, I did the same.
The waist on the pants is finished with a fold-over elastic, which I had never used before, but I must say, is genius! I bought some Drtiz brand at Joann’s. My only disappointment was, the elastic got a little stretched out while sewing, so I think I will reduce the length by about 1/2″ next time I make these, so they are a little more snug. This was probably the fault of the elastic {and the sewer}, not the pattern.
I also finished the edge of the shirt with a blanket stitch {which took a lot longer than I had anticipated}, and used a button and button hole, since I didn’t have the plastic snap tools. I think it turned out really cute.
I’m planning to make a few more baby clothes for Norah’s baby, so that when we have baby 3 she’ll have some outfits, etc, to change her baby into!
Awwww…this is so cute! I know Norah is going to love changing Baby Stella’s clothes, she may try to help you with Ms. Three as well. 🙂 XOXO
Oh, those little clothes are just too sweet! I remember making baby doll clothes for Miss C. when she was tiny. I can’t wait to make them again for Little Miss C. when she’s old enough!
It’s adorable…may have to try this as my daughter (12) still enjoys her dolls and is always after me to make her clothes for them!!
I never knew about this adorable doll until I read about her here. I bought one for my 10 month old granddaughter and I’m going to get these patterns for her. Thanks for the inspiration!
So sweet! The extra little details are adorable!!
So cute! My oldest daughter loved her dolls, my younger daughter had nothing to do with them (she was more into legos) . I hope my someday-granddaughters will love dolls so I can make sweet things like this 🙂
What a good mommy you are! Her dolly will be looking adorable just like her new little real life baby. 🙂
These are adorable! How lucky she is to have you for a Mom, sewing such wonderful doll clothes!
This is so very very cute. Love the blanket stitching. I love the idea of a fold over elastic. Never seen it before.
Adorable! Nora will have a lot of fun with her baby’s new wardrobe. 🙂
too cute. love that bird fabric
Oh…baby Stell doll is so cute with the new kimono!
Oh that is just darling, I got my granddaughter the same doll but have not made any clothes. I sooo need to do that! You have once again inspired me!
Where can I get the pattern for the pj’s
So upset this pattern is no longer available. I’m late to the band wagon. Love this!