Welcome to Day 5 of our 12 Days Of Christmas celebration! Today we are giving away a 4 piece outfit and the Sewing With Heavyweight Specialty Fabrics Master Class to 1 lucky winner! The cozy winter outfit featured in today's giveaway was handmade by Donna, the designer of the Eden Ava Couture pattern brand.
Congratulations to Diane Smith! You’ve won the Eden Ava outfit and Sewing With Cinnamon course and have been contacted by email.
Bonus Fun For Everyone! Today we are highlighting our The Outerwear Pattern Collection For All Doll Sizes at Pixie Faire. Simply add two patterns from this collection to your shopping cart, and enter discount code: DAY5BOGO in the discount box at checkout to get one of the patterns for FREE!
Note: This offer is for the Outerwear Collection only. This coupon code will be good for one day only - December 29th (12 AM-11:59 PM PST) and is available for one use per customer. Limit one free pattern. The least expensive item will be free.
The items included in today's giveaway are:
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We all have our favorite "go-to" places for finding those hard to find notions. Let's share our favorite places to find them! And also share those items you struggle to find - maybe someone will leave a comment on where to find it!
To enter the giveaway simply respond to this post in the comment box below and complete this sentence:
“I shop for [insert doll supply] at [insert where]" OR
"I have the hardest time finding [insert doll sewing supply here]"
Comments must be left (on this blog post) by midnight (Pacific) 12/29/2018.
One entry per person.
No purchase necessary, void where prohibited.
The winner will be chosen randomly from the comments received and contacted through the email provided in the comment.
We will choose a winner and modify this post tomorrow to let everyone know who won.
Okay, good luck, and if we’ve forgotten anything we will modify and/or update this post as needed.
Happy Holidays!
Cinnamon & The Liberty Jane / Pixie Faire Team
I shop for small print fabrics at ConnectingThreads.com and equilter.com
I shop for fabric, etc at local stores and online whenever possible. My biggest problem with online fabric shopping is getting an accurate idea of the scale of the print. Toss a freaking bobbin on there, a coin, a barbie ANYTHING so that I can get a feel for the scale of the print! I’ve gone to quilt stores for their large variety of small scale prints; but doesn’t solve the problem with finding a good knit or brocade.
I shop for doll items at Fabricland occasionally but usually end up using fabric scraps I have on hand or old clothing items.
I have the hardest time finding small cotton print for the 18 inch dolls.
I have the hardest time finding very narrow Velcro
I shop most of my doll clothes sup plies at thrift store and when I can’t find something I see if my mom has anything. She been sewing for years and has a harden time throwing anything anyway so I can often find what I’m looking for.
I have a hard time finding whole collections of fabric that are suitable for doll clothes.
I shop for fabrics at JoAnn. I find lots of pretty, smaller prints on the calico wall.
I shop for materials at JoAnns, but sometimes it is hard to find prints and plaids small enough for doll clothes.
I shop for patterns at Joanns, Hobby Lobby, and Pixie Faire.
So far I can find all I need. Love it!
I have the hardest time finding small enough prints for 14.5 inch dolls.
I shop for most fabrics at Joann’s.
I shop for fabrics and fur at thrift stores, garage sales and Joann Fabrics when I can get there. All we have is a limited choice at Walmart.
I shop for small lace trim, zippers, buttons, elastic and other doll items at www.homesew.com. They have a lot of doll items, and they ship quickly!
This question is a gold mine for me! I am just starting to return to making doll clothes for my new great granddaughter! The last time I made dolls and and doll clothes were for her grandmother. By the time she is old enough, I hope to have a nice collection for her. Everything is new information to me and I am loving it! I frequent my local charity shops so now I have some great ideas of what to be on the lookout for. Thanks!
I have the hardest, impossible time finding batiste fabric for my dolls. I have many older baby dolls that need batiste for their dresses and pinefores. Also very hard to find small zippers, buttons and buckles. Shoes are a problem too, in different sizes. Sure glad I sew, otherwise my babies would be bare-naked!
I shop for doll supplies & fabric at Joanns & Wal-mart..all that are available around my area.
its hard to find fabrics in the right scale for doll clothes & also the right color trims to match.
I have a hard time finding small zippers and small buckles for doll belts.
I shop for everything at bargain stores. I’ve come across super cute fabric and random notions, as well as shoes!! randomly on shelves of overstock, scratch and dent, and thrift stores.
I shop for doll sized buttons and zippers online. I buy in bulk when possible, the excess can be resold or eventually used in a different project. Goodwill is a great place to find reusable items for doll clothing too!
I have the hardest time finding overall hooks for 18 inch dolls they stopped making them and the ones that are available are very pricey
I have the hardest time finding nice material to make doll clothes with. I live in the country and the nearest fabric store is an hours drive away. So, I try to recycle material from old clothes.
“I have the hardest time finding fabric with small enough plaids and prints for the dolls. Joann’s and WalMart are the only fabric options in our small town.
I have shopped for fabric for doll clothes at JoAnn’s. The fabric remnants are quite inexpensive, and they are big enough for making doll clothes!
I shop for doll zippers at Zip it. They have zippers of all sizes and huge color assortment. They will even customize for specific needs. Prices are VERY reasonable
I have the hardest time finding ANYTHING doll sized in my area! If it weren’t for Pixie Faire and similar mail order companies, I guess my clothing would be dull and/or bland! But the items Pixie offers (AND the wonderful patterns) are just what the doctor ordered! Thanks Cinnamon and the entire Pixie Faire team and Contributors!!!!
“I shop for some of my doll supplies at Homesew/com. But keep my eyes open everywhere. thrift stores can have treasures.
I shop for my sewing supplies at Joann Fabrics.
I rarely shop for specialty fabric. I have inherited a lot of fabrics and laces from other retired sewers. Walmart and JoAnns have small notions.
I shop for 18" doll shoe soles at Pixie Faire.
I have the hardest time finding prints and notions in small sizes
I have the hardest time finding fabric or notions anywhere but Joann’s. The only fabric store in town.
I have the hardest time finding tiny zippers and snaps.
I use a lot of the online stores but miss beening able to touch the fabric.
I shop for my material at Fabricland but use a lot of outgrown clothing as well. I check the dollar store & yardsales for accessories for my Maplelea dollls.
I have the hardest time finding zippers. Separating in many sizes is the worst to find. I Need 7 inch separating right now and have to pay $5.00 per zipper. This does not help keep costs down.
I shop for supplies both locally and online. I have the hardest time finding buttons to scale and sometimes fabrics that i want, such as batiste.
I shop for small buttons and zippers at Dollspart. I also shop at Ben Franklin for small print fabric. They have reproduction 1950’s fabrics I love that store!! I also love the patterns from pixie Faire. They have the best patterns. And easy to follow.
Michael’s & hobby lobby
I shop for patterns at Pixie Faire! Excellent!!
I shop for fabric at thrift stores. You can repurpose many clothing items into great doll clothes. It’s a win-win!
I shop at Walmart and hobby lobby. I have the hardest Time finding hook and loop tape that isn’t super bulky on back of the items that I make
Cleaning products for dolls skin and hair.
I am just getting started so I am not sure what I have a hard time finding yet
I have the hardest time finding true doll sized notions, especially zippers, buckles, trims, and interesting buttons.
I have a hard time finding small buttons and short zippers when out shopping , though I have found some through online shops at doll supplies businesses. Haven’t purchased anything yet.
I have the hardest finding zippers in just the right colors and length for certain 18” doll clothes.
I shop for small zippers at Joann fabric…I have the hardest time finding buttons at Michael’s and Walmart.
I shop for material and notions at JoAnn Fabrics here in town.
I shop for doll-sized lace and trims in the LA Fashion District. It’s a lot of fun! I make the one hour and a half trip by train to Los Angeles. First , I visit the Fashion Institute of Design and merchandise (FIDM), then the Otis School of Design, and then I go to the fabric and lace shops. It’s a treat just to see all the beautiful fabrics displayed. Sometimes the stores have remnants that are just the right size for doll clothes, especially coats and jacket type materials.
I was excited to find doll zippers at Pixie Faire!
Now I need to figure out which of the MANY patterns looks the most like an FFA jacket!
I shop for tiny buttons at Hobby Lobby when they have a 50% sale.
I shop for doll sized prints at JoAnne Fabrics, thrift stores in my area
I have the hardest time finding doll supplies for the 18" dolls in our town. I have to either order online or go fifty miles away.
I have the hardest time finding the small zippers and narrow Velcro in all colors. I shop anywhere I can find to shop and online but it’s still hard to find.
I have the hardest time finding small print cotton fabric.
I shop for fabrics and trims at JoAnn’s and Hobby Lobby and online. Finding small prints and tiny trims are a challenge. Fake fur is always hard to find.
I have the hardest time finding buckles for belts and small print knit fabric.
I shop for patterns at Fabricland and Pixie Faire.
For doll accessories I shop online but also find great things at thrift stores and craft stores. Tiny items needed are fun to find even in the card making supplies.
I have the hardest time finding material with small designs on them. I love to work with fleece and a lot of the material has large designs.
I like to shop at thrift stores for doll sized notions.
I have the hardest time finding soft, clear hook and loop tape.
I shop for most of my doll crafting stuff at Joanns
I shop for doll supplies at Homesew.com. They have some small scale items and nice, bargain-priced assortments of trims so I have things on hand.
I have the hardest time finding small zippers for doll clothes, and small print fabric. I’m thinking I’ll need to start shopping online for those things!
I pick up fabrics at my local goodwill, and Wal-Mart. I’ll pick up some cute sheets or scarves at goodwill and turn them into skirts, pillows whatever my daughter asks for.
I have the hardest time finding the thin velcro to use on doll clothing. I finally found some on Etsy as Pixie Faire’s stock was sold out. I’m just getting started in making doll clothes, so I’m sure I’ll encounter all kinds of things that are hard to find.
I have the hardest time finding super thin soft velcro and buttons sized for doll clothes.
I shop for doll patterns at pixiefaire.com. They are the best patterns out there. I’ve stopped buying doll patterns from anywhere else.
I shop for fabrics at freebie piles at second-hand venues. I’ve found amazing velvets in infant dresses and gorgeous silk shirts, for free. And I feel good for recycling.
I shop for my material for my doll clothes at Joann’s. I can usually find the things I need.
“I have the hardest time finding a good fitting pattern for coats for the bitty baby doll.
I have the hardest time finding playscale size notions such as overall buckles!
I shop for fabrics at Fabricland in Canada, at Joann’s in the U.S. and lately I’ve been getting a lot of fabrics online. I just have to watch the scale.
I shop for doll size elastic at JoAnns.
I find it hard to find the tiny embellishments like zippers and buttons. Hopefully I can check out some of the suggestions in the comments to try.
I have the hardest time finding doll size open end zippers
I have a hard time deciding what fabrics look good tigether
I shop for specialty doll patterns at Liberty Jane.
I have remove tiny zippers from small jeans
Love thrift shops
I have the hardest time finding small print fabrics for doll clothes. When I find them, I buy them !
I shop for specialty patterns at Liberty Jane.
I shop for doll clothing fabrics at my local JoAnn’s.
“I have the hardest time finding any doll clothing patterns in my small little town…We don’t even have a shoe store…lol
I have the hardest time with small print knits. I search clearance at Target and Walmart. I rarely leave the store without a t shirt or pants for a few dollars
I shop for themed patterns for my doll’s outfits at Field Fabric or Hobby Lobby because it’s so much fun making a valentine dress or a Christmas dress for the occasion!
I have a problem finding knit fabric with small print.
When it comes to fur,my problem is that I have 3 fur coats in the house but don’t know how to sew with them.I am supposed to be downsizing but a voice in my head says that I should use them.
I live in a rural area and the only store I have that carries fabrics is Walmart. I do shop there, but also enjoy shopping at thrift stores, flea markets, garage sales, and online. I’ve found that crscrafts.com has many novelties that work well with dolls. They also carry some fabric, shoes, overall buckles, etc.
I shop for fancy fabrics for doll clothes at Joann’s and Hobby Lobby.
I shop for specialty fabrics at Mood Fabrics online.
Didn’t think I was ever going to get to the bottom of comments. I’m 82 yrs. young and love making small things like doll clothes., tablerunners, etc. as big quilts, afaghans, etc. bother my shoulders and neck too much.
“I have the hardest time finding small buttons that are size appropriate for the doll garments that I am making. I have even bought a recycled garment from a thrift store just to use the buttons if they are unique and size appropriate.
I have the hardest time finding tag board for doll shoes. If I use cardboard, I need to put a trim piece around the shoe to cover the layers.
I have the hardest time finding the perfect fabi for the pattern that I’m wanting to make.
I shop for doll fabric at Joann’s.
I find it hard to find the tiny embellishments like zippers and buttons but thanks to this question there have been lots of suggestions to try. Since there are not of lot of options where I live and I am new at this, my patterns have all come from Pixie Faire and I often recycle baby clothes to get the right scale patterns and fabrics. Thank you so much for the service you supply!
I have a hard time finding unique patterns for Ken Dolls
Lizbeth
December 29, 2018
Lately, I am having the hardest time finding small scale outerwear fabrics. I am tired of sewing with plain standard colours. I am thankful for the online community for almost all of my supplies.