We've put together the ultimate guide to sewing summer trends for your doll! We hope this trend report inspires you to sew up any summer outfit you can imagine! For more fashion inspiration, check out our trend report for Spring 2020.
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On trend color combinations for this summer season include:
Tie dye is a summertime classic that we've been seeing already this year all over our Instagram feed. You can buy tie-dye fabric, or dye your own with the help of our great tutorial!
Looking for some pattern designs that would really pop with tie-dye fabric check out these options:
The halter style bodice is another summer classic. To make it feel of-the-moment, try making a matching set with coordinated top and bottom fabrics, or make a dress out of that perfect summertime stripe or floral fabric.
Another trend we've been seeing that is easy to incorporate into any of your favorite dresses or jumpsuits is a tie front belt detail. This flatters the waist and makes the whole look feel finished.
There are so many great ways to add a ruffle to an otherwise basic top or dress to create a really fun and feminine look.
Here are a few designs that highlight the ruffle element beautifully:
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Getting outside and gardening,and no more winter coats.
I like the beginning of summer the most. I was trying to find pricing information about the cute blue skirt but all I could get was the comment section. The computer is being very finicky this afternoon!
Going to the beach!
My favorite things about summer are sunrise coffee on the patio with my Luna (dog), early morning walks, and sewing with my friend.
Warm weather, and my Garden
Gardening is my favorite part of summer.
I enjoy seeing all of God’s creation blossom and produce harvests, whether plant or animal and for families bonding in fun activities.
My favorite part of summer is camping with the grand kiddos!
My favorite part of summer is the warmth and lack of schedule—no school more vacation time.
early morning swimming after chores, watermelon, a dreamy horseback ride, afternoon hammock nap, fresh fruit, dipping vegetables, singing songs around the campfire, stars in the summer night sky. a perfect day
early morning swimming after chores, watermelon, a dreamy horseback ride, afternoon hammock nap, fresh fruit, dipping vegetables, singing songs around the campfire, stars in the summer night sky. a perfect day
My favorite part of summer is swimming and eating ice cream!
I love sitting on my deck outside at night.
Ice cream!
Ice cream!
Ice cream!
I love camping and sunshine and anything else that gets us out of the house!
Sunshine and flowers!
My favorite thing about summer is going to the lake, reading and sewing
I love the long days – it doesn’t start getting dark until well after 9:00 I feel like i get more daytime from my days.
Enjoying the warm of the sun and swimming in the lake.
Home grown tomatoes!
I love summer clothes.
My favorite thing about summer is water time. Love the water with sun.
My favorite summer time thing is going to the local ice cream shoppe and looking out at my garden while I sew in my sewing room.
Long days and evenings sitting outside with friends or neighbors.
Gramma’s summer camp!! I get to have all my grandchildren come to the farm at the same!!
Catching fireflies!!!
Sunshine, fireflies, flowers, fresh fruit and veggies, sitting on the porch on a lazy afternoon, reading in the hammock, picnics…..
Summer is my favorite season. Warm days, sun, having windows open, hearing the birds, more horseback riding and working in my flower beds.
My favourite thing about summer is all the fresh produce at the markets and in my garden.
Going to the pool with the girls I take care of.
Summer, for the warm sun.
Only time of year the pool is heated! 🤪
Only time of year the pool is heated! 🤪
I love lazy days in the sun and lightening bugs at night.
I love the pink and red combinations, as well as my all time favourite tie dye. I already have my tie dye fabric ready to go.
I love watching my children explore the outdoors. I feel like they smile more in the summer!
Sunshine!
My favorite part of summer is the longer days with great sunsets.
My favorite things about summer are:
The warmer weather
Gardening
Easier to get out and do actives
This summer will be different from others because of health restrictions, but there will still be somethings to enjoy!
My favourite thing is gardening…and flowers.
I love to plant vegetables and flowers in my backyard and then sit back and enjoy my pool and iced tea with the family
Being a night person I love that the sun stays up late.
I love that I get to spend more time with my granddaughters and their AG dolls and clothes.
I also have more time to sew for them. What fun!!!
My favorite part of summer is sailing! Unfortunately this year we will not be able to go out racing or sailing the Tall Ship as crew.
Sunny, warm days and ice cream! :)
Having great grand daughters visit more often. Just playing whatever they like
I like the lazy, more laid-back days, having more time to spend with grandkids and family, catching up on things around the house, blueberry picking, visiting quilt gardens, vacations…
I love being outside, swimming, and gardening. Summer is the perfect weather for all 3. I also love to make new summer doll outfits.
I love the sunny days when I can wear light and airy clothes in bright colors. Living in Washington state I also love any hiking clothes and sporty looks. And my 18" dolls love that look also!
WATERMELON!
Summer is camping with friends and early morning hikes with the dog. Then lazy afternoons and hanging out on the swing bench when it’s getting dark!
My favorite part of summer is the amazing sunsets!
The best part about summer is being warmand spending time with friends. My favorite things to do are swim in a warm pool and water ski
My favorite part about summer is probably casual family get-togethers. MANY years ago, (when I lived in the frigid, but YES HUMID Midwest) I probably would have said weather, but I live in AZ, so I like winters best here! LOL!
My favorite part of summer is getting to spend time with the grands.. They fill me with joy.
My favorite thing about summer is the sunshine and being able to be outside with the grandkids. Whether it’s taking walks, playing in the park or swimming, just having fun together and making memories!
Farmers markets selling fresh summer peaches, berries, corn and tomatoes- lots of summer colors and fresh flavors to go along.
My favorite part of summer is not having to wear a winter coat everywhere I go!
My favourite thing to do in the summmer and all year is to sew and watch the birds in my yard. I can’t move around to well and they keep me busy filling feeders and then they entertain me
My favourite thing to do in the summmer and all year is to sew and watch the birds in my yard. I can’t move around to well and they keep me busy filling feeders and then they entertain me
Usually during the summer I go on hikes and do some sewing to donate to hospitals. This year, with the pandemic, I can do this and continue to make masks
My favorite part of summer is spring and fall. I live where it is hot and muggy so I am thrilled to see autumn arrive!
I love sleeping with the windows open.. Wearing sandals and no big jacket. I live closer to the great lakes and am in T shirt and sandals at 59 degrees. Easier to get to my doll sewing group!!
I love summer because we have left the cold weather and there are flowers blooming everywhere.
My favourite thing about summer is the (admittedly rare, here, at least) clear sunny day when you can sit by the ocean and breathe in the sea air with all its wonderful sea smells; listening to the gulls complaining and sometimes being rewarded with an awe inspiring visit by whales, feeding in the bay. Sigh….
My favorite thing about summer? The long days and sunshine! Mowing grass (I know, I’m weird)! Working in my flower beds then sitting on the deck or patio and admiring the beautiful flowers and freshly mowed grass….at least for a few days!
I love the smell of citronella while I relax on the patio!
Sunshine!!!
My favorite part of summer is not needing heavy winter coats & clothes!
We do a Sisters’ Trip every summer and I look forward to the adventures.
The warmth of the sun with soft summer breezes. The green colors of the grass, trees the garden.
My favorite part of summer is The Fourth of July because it’s my birthday and everyone celebrates!
My favorite part of summer is the beautiful Colorado sunshine and viewing the incredible wildlife.
I love the longer days so I can spend more time outdoors, good gardening time.
Spending more time with family is the best thing about summer. Weddings, graduations, simple cookouts are the best of the best. Great food and great company, things we all treasure.
I love spending time with my grandkids; swimming, playing games, and barbecuing. Family time.
I love the long days during summer. It gives me more time to get outside after work.
Going out in my garden and seeing all the beautiful flowers and scents.
I love the long days, where it stays sunny so late. I can sit outside for hours, enjoying those days!
unfortunately I live in Florida so summers are hot and muggy. I like spring here which is summer everywhere else. sunny cool days. perfect for being outdoors.
More sunshine!
It’s nice to be outside more in the sunshine!
Summer…hmm. Ironically, I live at the beach and haven’t been there in about 12 years. I am a winter person as I am severely allergic to the ultra violet sun rays and burn very quickly. Summer brings heat and humidity so I love fall and winter. But I do love the days you can open the window and let in fresh air or sitting on the balcony and watching the sun rise while sipping a cup of coffee. Oh and no coats so that’s a plus.
I just love the tie details
I love summer because my GREAT great-niece can come to sew for her doll with me. She also loves paper projects as I do. In short, she is great fun and we are simpatico.
My favorite thing about summer is the energy I have. I live in Colorado where the sun comes up early and goes down late. Lots of sunshine means energy for me.
My favorite part of summer are the flowers and my gorgeous shady backyard
My favorite time of summer is getting to watch my grands play outside.
My favorite thing about summer is being able to feel the warm sun on my face.
favourite thing is being able to enjoy the outdoors……i feel liberated compared to winter stuck indoors or stuck in heavy layers of clothing.
My favorite part of summer is watermelon! And fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, etc. am I a foodie?
My daughters would say their favorite thing about summer is staying up late to catch fireflies and enjoying ice cream treats outside.
My favorite part of summer is not having to go pick up my granddaughter at school because she is already home with me. We love to do crafts and sewing is one of those crafts.
Summertime is always a fun time for family outings. Different places to visit and just being together before the school year begins.
Love the colour trends and also all the ruffles! Ruffles on a doll, so cute!
I love summer and everything about it. Being able to be outside all the time, going to the beach and/or the pool, enjoying cookouts. It is my favorite time of the year!
My favorite is all the beautiful sandals to wear!
Carol
March 12, 2022
Summertime favorites: Big Red Tomatos and free time to sew when my husband goes Walleye Fishing