Happy Sunday, Internet-Land! So, I think the “Twelve Days of Christmas” are supposed to be twelve in a row, but I’m on goal! I wanted to have all twelve surprises posted for you by Christmas, and so far – so good! Today’s gift is another size of the Fall Fancy Party Dress Pattern. This one is sized for the Tonner American Model 22″ doll. Once again, this is brand new, so try it first on some scrap fabric to make sure your seam allowances are ok for sizing. I actually bought some adorable fabric to maybe try this while my hand is healing from surgery. If I can get it done, I’ll be sure to post pics after Christmas. These pages are formatted to 8.5×14 inches. Wishing you a marvelous evening!

Happy Saturday, Internet Land! Today we have a brand new set of paper doll friends. I am happy to introduce Lavender & Nanette. These gals are ready to enjoy all the holiday splendor! Just “save as” to put into your favorite application, so you can color, cut, & play! Print over and over again to compare these gowns in all your favorite colors!

Look out, Internet-Land, I’m on a roll! The next item for you is a new set for the El paper doll collection. Here is a trio of winter outfits to help celebrate the season. For those who might be visiting for the first time, I will also repost the doll. All her other outfits (along with lots of other fun freebies) can be found by going to my “Free Stuff” tab. Just double-click on the item/s of choice & select “save as” to download into your favorite application for printing. I hope you are having a wonderful Friday! Blessings!

Good Morning, Internet-Land! So, my second hand surgery went well yesterday, and now it just needs time to heal. As I recuperate, I am pleased to bring Christmas Gift 5 ~ a color-cut-and-glue Gingerbread Man Christmas craft! The arms & legs can be attached with glue, or as I prefer, metal brads that allow them to move. It’s perfect for all the wonderful children in your life, and maybe some of us “bigger” children as well! Enjoy!

Happy Saturday, Internet-Land! Today I have another surprise for you. I recently enjoyed the arrival of an American Model sized doll by Tonner Doll Company. As she is my first doll of this size/figure, I have no clothing for her. So, it was time to start drafting another set of basic pattern pieces, and these I am sharing with you! Remember ~ these are drafted directly from the doll, so are a VERY CLOSE fit, ready to be made into your own fantastic look. The pieces have NO OVERLAY for snaps/buttons, so you can add that as your look dictates. (Pattern images will be posted at the end of this post.)

I did have someone ask about how I made the patterns, so here are some pics for a quick review. I first wrap the doll snugly with plastic kitchen wrap. Then I completely cover the wrap with adhesive tape. I prefer the kind that’s labeled “invisible,” as its frosted surface is easier to see when covering, and also easier to mark. However, I was out of that kind today, so had to use the more difficult kind that’s completely clear & harder to see on the wrap. I also placed a bundle of scrap between the doll’s ankles at one point to make sure the wrap didn’t pinch the legs together too tightly. Once she was covered, I marked the lines for common pattern seams, then carefully cut on those lines. Next, I remove any loose layers of the wrap. The pieces are then placed onto paper & traced around, smoothing out the lines & adding seam allowances.

These pages are 8.5×14 inch (legal) size. Also, feel free to pop over to my “Free Stuff” page to find more free patterns, paper doll sets, and other coloring crafts! Enjoy & have fun on the way to Christmas!

Good, chilly morning, Internet-Land! Today I have another pattern for you! Today’s outfit is also for the Phyn & Aero Annora. This is the Orient Christmas outfit that was also a design made for my El paper doll. Again ~ this is a brand new pattern, and I have not had time to try it out yet. The pages are 8.5″x11″ and have 1″ markings on them to make sure they are printed to the correct size. Remember to start first on some scrap fabric to make sure the fit is how you want it. Enjoy & best wishes in this festive season!

Happy December, Internet-Land! I am home from a spectacular mini-vacation to Seattle, Washington, where we enjoyed Rhett & Link’s “Tour of Mythicality!” You can look them up on YouTube by searching: Good Mythical Morning. We stayed in a lovely hotel suite for two nights where I was able to totally relax and even stir some creative juices!

Now that I’m back, I am excited to start on a December journey of Christmas presents for you. I’ve seen lots of YouTube stars celebrate the holidays by posting every day of this month, and though I won’t make a promise like that, I will say I have some fun prepared! The first is a brand new pattern drafted for the new Phyn & Aero (Tonner) Annora. This lovely party dress is called “Fall Fancy,” and was lately designed for my El paper doll. Each of the three 8.5×11 inch pages will have a tiny picture of the dress. Now, please keep in mind that this is a BRAND NEW pattern ~ I haven’t even tried it yet myself, so be sure to sew with some scrap fabric first to make sure your cutting and seam allowances are a good fit. Once I actually sew a new draft, I often make adjustments, so please don’t judge me too harshly! And now, without further a-do, may I present: Annora’s Fall Fancy!

Good afternoon, dear Internet-Land! For the FIRST time EVER, I actually have my Christmas shopping all done BEFORE December. I’m looking forward to enjoying the month without the stress of, “When am I going to have time to go shopping?” Now I can spend my energies on freebie fun!

My previous post was a fun new Christmas set for the paper doll, El. Just head over to my “Free Stuff” page for lots more paper doll treasures. Today I am featuring a new set of pattern pieces. Phyn & Aero recently released the lovely Annora resin BJD, but she doesn’t have a lot of clothing yet. “As is,” these pieces will produce a very snug body suit. A 1/4 seam allowance has already been added, but there is no overlay on the front or back pieces for snaps/buttons. All the design options are totally up to YOU! This is just a place to start. You get to decide on each pleat, tuck, & ruffle. There are three pages of pieces to make your own version of SPECTACULAR!

Enjoy, and Happy, Happy Christmas!

Just a quick “hello” for you, Internet-Land! Today El is looking forward to Christmas baking, decorating, & SHOPPING! Here are two holiday outfits ready to jump into the festivities!

Good evening, Internet-Land! I hope you are well. Here in the U.S., tomorrow is our Thanksgiving holiday. As I sit here and type, I am pondering about all the different people who may read my blog. Tomorrow, some of you may be looking forward to large family gatherings. Some may have plans with small, intimate groups. Some may be alone. Some will celebrate the day, while to others it’s just another Thursday. Whoever you may be, and however you may be spending the day, know that my thoughts are with you ~ even if it seems in a very small way. I’m thankful you came to my site, and I want you to know that you are valued. I guess tonight I wanted to take a couple minutes and express gratitude for this strange and amazing thing we call technology and the way it allows people to connect. Sometimes the world can seem big and impersonal, but I hope you feel that you can come here for some fun and cheer, knowing that your visit is appreciated.

Here is a bit of news on the dolly scene. As the Christmas season is approaching, I took a stroll down the store ornament aisle this past week. I was tickled to find two cute items to add to my collection of fun accessories. The first is a perfectly dolly sized parasol, and the second was an adorable lamp! Both items are pictured with 16 inch dolls. Just a reminder that you can often find great doll items in non-doll places! Following the photos are some fun freebies, so be sure to read to the end!

And now, to help celebrate the spirit of Thanksgiving, I present another outfit set for El. It is designed on 8.x11 inch paper. For any of you who may be here for the first time, the El doll (along with other outfits, other doll sets, sewing patterns, & coloring crafts) can be found by clicking on my “Free Stuff” tab in the top menu bar (depending on your device, you may need to click on a “Menu” button first). If you scroll down to the end of the page, you will find the little Girl Bear Pilgrim set that is companion to my last post. Just right-click on the item of choice and choose “save image as” to download & print. It’s all for your enjoyment. Wishing you a beautiful holiday!