Hi everyone,
Today is DAY 5!
For our 5th Day Of Christmas giveaway, we're back at it with a $25 Pixie Faire gift card giveaway! There are so many ways to spend $25 and so many new patterns coming out in 2020, you'll be thrilled with this chance to pick up a few, on us!
Giveaway Update: Congratulations to Deb P. - she won the $25 gift card and has been notified by email!
To enter the giveaway, scroll down to the bottom of the post to read the details...
DAY 1 Bonus For Sewing With Cinnamon! Just 8 Days left to take advantage of the promotional offer of $96.00 for an annual Sewing With Cinnamon membership. That's almost half-off the current rate of $14.99/month! This offer will be good for twelve days only - December 25th - January 5th, so don't miss out!
If you're not interested in the annual subscription, you can also join at the monthly rate of $14.99 and cancel at any time. You will receive all of the bonuses and content for the current month, and subsequent months while you are a member.
Learn more about all the amazing benefits of the Sewing With Cinnamon membership community here: Sewing With Cinnamon and stay tuned as we announce all the surprises that will be offered to new and existing subscribers during the 12 days of Christmas celebration!
Day 2 Bonus - But wait, there's more!
To sweeten the deal even more, we've added a new bonus for all Sewing With Cinnamon members - the Liberty Jane Ginza Girl pattern and the full sew-along video is now a permanently free SWC bonus! Make this darling coat dress and capelet for your 18-inch American Girl doll with complete confidence! (This is a limited time giveaway)
Day 3 Bonus - Exciting news and a free pattern!
Begining in 2020 you'll notice that the monthly coupon code for a free pattern is expanding to include a few more select brands! Yay! We're excited to announce the first one, 123 Mulberry Street! As an added bonus, we are now going to include the 123 Mulberry Street Gotchies pattern for 18-inch dolls as a permanently free bonus for Sewing With Cinnamon members!
Day 4 Bonus: Receive early bird access to free patterns throughout the year, before they go up for sale on Pixie Faire!
In December (the current SWC month), we featured the Thimbles and Acorns Silk Road Dress pattern as the focus of our monthly topic. The pattern is available exclusively to SWC members for free, before it is released to the general public in 2020. This is an additional bonus, on top of the monthly coupon code for one free pattern! We've seen such a great response to this, we plan to do this several times in 2020 as well! Join today and get access to this bonus while it's still available for members to download!
Day 5 Bonus: We are excited to announce that Sewing With Cinnamon members will receive FREE SHIPPING on any physical product sold & shipped on Pixie Faire! Check out the SWC Member Access page for details (In the Sewing With Cinnamon drop-down menu).
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Simply comment on this blog post finishing the following sentence…
Do you have a favorite place you find mini notions, props, fabrics, or supplies? Or do you have a hard time finding specific things? We'd love to know and possibly help each other out as we read through the comments here!
“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) on Sunday, 12/29/2019.
One entry per person.
No purchase necessary, void where prohibited. Must be 18 or older to enter. While we wish we could run this contest everywhere, for legal reasons it is only open to eligible residents of the U.S. and Canada, not including Rhode Island. This contest is exclusively endorsed by Liberty Jane Clothing and Pixie Faire.
The winner will be chosen randomly from the comments received and contacted through the email provided in the comment. We will update the post with the chosen winner as well on the following day.
Additionally, by commenting, you agree to allow us to use your comments for future promotional activities. In other words – we might quote you when we are putting together new testimonial pages. If you’re not okay with that – don’t leave a 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.
We hope you enjoy our 12 Days Of Christmas Celebration. We are incredibly grateful for your ongoing support and wish you a happy holiday season, and a terrific new year!
Merry Christmas!
Cinnamon & Jason
& the whole Liberty Jane & Pixie Faire Team
PS. The daily gift card giveaway winners have been added to the corresponding posts the day after the giveaway's end. Here's a summary to date:
Day 1- Congrats to Donna C. She is the winner of the $25 gift card and has been contacted by email!
Day 2 - Congrats to RuthAnn D. she is the winner of the $25 gift card and has been contacted by email!
Day 3 - Congrats to Ann C. she is the winner of the $25 gift card and has been contacted by email!
Day 4 - Congratulations to Angelica V. She won the $25 gift card and has been contacted by email!
I shop for thread and zippers at WAWAK and ribbon and buttons at Homesew. I hate the Big Box fabric stores that seem to have been held ransom by enormous bolts of fleece and other plastic stuff!
It is very difficult to find doll sized buttons and other miniature items, especially when you are trying to complete an outfit.
I shop for narrow snag-free hook & loop tape at Farmcookies on Etsy. I have a hard time finding printed knits with the right scale for dolls. Thank you so much for the fun 12 Days of Christmas!
I shop at Pixie Faire for all my doll bottoms, it seems to be the only place that will insert that fit the doll patterns that I purchase here. My fabric I shop at Walmart, JoAnn’s or Hobby Lobby which every has a sale onl.
I have the hardest time finding 18" doll scaled overall buckles. Yes, I end up using buttons. I live in a rural area, so something specific like this is hard to find. Stores within a reasonable driving distance don’t have much at all for doll sewing….small print, smaller zippers, the thinner velcro, etc.
“I have the hardest time finding tiny lingerie fasteners for the swimming suits and bralettes. I even take them off of lingerie that I am discarding.
I shop for a variety of doll accessories at Dollar Tree and Daiso.
I shop for doll belt buckles and buttons at Hobby Lobby.
I shop at Joann and Hobby Lobby for all the sewing stuff.
I have the hardest time find doll accessories in the right scale. Items for child handling are eith too chunky or junky!
I buy most of my fabrics from Joann. Would love to know where to buy accessories
“I have the hardest time finding doll scale trim, i.e., piping .
I shop for doll buttons and elastic at Hobby Lobby.
I have a hard time finding sheer (&,or) lace fabrics with a small print on it
I shop for 18" doll shoes on Amazon. I buy shoes before I sew the project. It’s the perfect way to get me kick-started and keep me sewing.
When I finish a fantastic outfit and have no shoes to match, it’s disheartening. I don’t want to hunt for shoes and wait for them to arrive. I can’t switch gears and make shoes when I just want to sew, sew, sew.
Keeping a supply of shoes on hand really works for me.
I shop for most things at Joann’s, Michael’s and Hobby Lobby. I’m just starting to look for things that I think will be a good doll accessory.
I have found it difficult to acquire hardware in appropriate scale for the 20" horse’s gear, especially for making realistic stirrups. I’ve made my own Western and English riding hat patterns in order to get a polished look. The Bazaar committee has requested one horse raffle basket each fall and we do everything we can to to keep the cost from eating the project.
I shop for snag free Velcro at Home Sew. I also shop at Goodwill for fabric and have been very successful in finding many pieces at very low prices.
My favorite places to find mini notions, props, fabrics, or supplies is Michaels, JoAnn’s and thrift stores
i shop for patterns at Pixie Faire.
I am new to making doll clothes. My granddaughter received a AG doll and promptly named me her official doll clothing seamstress. While searching for info on doll clothes I came across Pixie Faire and stopped there.. This site has everything I need in patterns and ideas.. When necessary I will use JoAnn Fabrics for material and accessories, but most will come from my stash..
I rarely shop for just the right thing, I find things when I don’t expect to and put them in my doll accessory stash!
I have the hardest time finding doll sized zips
I shop thrift stores, Quilt shops,( lots of small scale fabrics) , the local Joann Fabrics, Hobby Lobby, best friends closet (her suggestion) and my own closet, and use bing points to get amazon gift cards where I get zippers and other supplies I need(free except for the time I spend earning the points Since I live in a small town, I always check out shops on the way " home" and every shop I have time for while visiting family. Also the local sew and vac, who often has a small amount of quilting fabrics.
I have the hardest time finding accessories like doll head bands in Canada, as well as the yarns used for some of the sweater patterns.
We shop all over, thrift store, hobby lobby and often when we drive through a town we look up all the local fabric shops!
I have a hard time finding things I seen on line for sewing. Tools that look like they would be something I would or have needed to make the project be easier to finish.
I have the hardest time finding cute buttons in the right scale and color for doll clothes.
I shop for supplies for doll clothes anywhere I go.
I don’t like the way polyester laces and trims look on historical era dollclothes so I look at estate sales for old sewing stashes which often contain older cotton and smaller scale trims and laces. Also children’s consignment sales usually have like-new baby clothes (sleepers are great!) that are great tiny knit prints.
I shop for fabric either at Joanns or Hobby Lobby.
I have been unable to find ribbing in coordinating colors.
Patterns at Pixie Faire or Requiem Art Designs, fabric from anywhere – Joann’s Hobby Lobby, thrift stores, quilt stores, and garage sales. I’ve got no problem cutting apart people-clothing to make doll clothes. Soft thin velcro from Joann’s or Walmart that I often cut lengthwise to get the appropriate width. Thin trims and laces, small buttons, and iron-on patches from Joann or Hobby Lobby. The Joann’s near by BFF (who lives near Chicago) has way more variety than the Joann’s near my small town, so I go there on vacation and stock up! Just got some great 1/4" and 1/2" wide elastic for making sandals and sewing to the top of yoga pants.
I have the hardest time finding quality small print fabrics. I usually only find small prints in quilting cottons.
I have a hard time finding belt buckles or hardware in a variety of colors and designs for American Girl Dolls. The kind you slide onto ribbons and belts but not buckle together. I find the rhinestone looking ones but now colors and designs.
I have the hardest time finding small scale prints -especially for knit fabrics.
I have a hard time finding small scaled print and I also have a hard time finding on line specialty fabric that I can get a small quantity, like less than 1 yard.
I have the hardest time finding small zippers.
I have the hardest time finding things suitable for AG dolls. I live in a rural area with limited resources for fabrics, notions and accessories. I do appreciate the Facebook group sharing all sorts of tips for finding things in places you wouldn’t think of like the hardware store!
I have the hardest time finding enough fabric with small patterning. I always find such cute fabric to sue, but then realize there isn’t enough to make that particular garment it would look good as! Most sewing places usually have larger print fabrics used for humans, but trying to find proportionally sized printed fabric for dolls is almost impossible here.
I shop for fabric (or clothing to re-purpose) and notions at thrift stores, Goodwill, St. Vincent, consignments shops and garage sales to make doll clothes. I love to treasure hunt!
I find swimsuit material at The Fabric Fairy online store. My trims and velcro come from Amazon.
We have a small store here in Denver called TLC Doll Hospital. They also have an online store, https://tlcdoll.com/. They sell doll sized buckles, zippers, buttons, soft Velcro as well as shoes and other accessories. I have difficulty finding hats that are not so horribly expensive.
I have a hard time finding narrow velcro. I finally found some double sided narrow velcro on Etsy. I just wish it was thinner to use on doll clothes.
Since I’ve been hoarding scraps (from sewing adult size clothing) and remnants (from when there were a couple of fabric shops in my area,) I “shop” from my own bins mostly for sewing doll clothes! The things I have the hardest time finding are tiny buttons and trims, and usually end up ordering from etsy or ebay sellers.
I love the Pixie Faire patterns! I’ve up cycled a lot of doll clothes when my kids grow out of or wear out their clothes and also shop at local fabric shops whenever I can.
I shop for all my supplies at our local JoAnn’s. Sometimes I have to change the pattern, or use something bigger than what is asked for.
I shop for doll-sized findings at Home Sew, and fabrics at Farmhouse Fabrics.
I shop for elastic and snaps in bulk from Amazon. Also I keep a stash of hook and loop tape, and large cones of thread from hobby lobby, (purchasing those while 50% off) I like to keep what I need in my stash so I can create for long periods of time without running out/ needing to buy certain notions.
I shop my stash whenever possible :)
I find my fabric for doll clothes mostly in the remnant bin at Joann’s. I have also been fortunate enough to have been gifted fabric, ribbon & vintage lace from two wonderful women I met.
I shop at a small JoAnns and find it difficult to find small scale items. I also shop at Hobby Lobby and have better luck with trims. I am thinking of doing more shopping at second hand stores.
I love to shop for doll supplies at Hobby Lobby. Although I have a hard time finding Velcro in smaller size.
I usually find 18" doll items at HomeSew. When I can’t find what I want I improvise.
“I shop for Doll patterns at pixie faire
I have the hardest time finding zippers of all colors and styles for my doll clothes so it looks appropriate.
I have just used velcro in place of sewing notions.
Small accessories are difficult to buy.
Marion
I support my local sewing stores so that hopefully they will be there in the future. Joann’s and Michaels can’t hold a candle to them for quality and service. When I can’t find what I need there I turn to Etsy. Snap Source carries the small size 14 metal snaps that are perfect for 14 and 18 inch doll clothes.
The internet is the best place to find a variety of fabrics.
Marilyn
I have the hardest time finding ruffled lace that is narrow enough. I find some of my cutest small print fabric from clothes in second hand stores for kids!
I love the patterns and tutorials. Great place to get patterns
It is hard to find small items for dolls.
Joan
I have the hardest time finding doll size velco and zippers
I have the hardest time finding narrow, soft velcro
I shop for small print fabrics at my local thrift stores. I am frequently able to find interesting patterns including fabrics with small print by going through the shirts in ladies, men’s and kids clothing departments. Most adult shirts have enough fabric to make doll clothes with. Bonus if you can score doll sized pottery, furniture or props while you are there!
I find most everything at Joanns but finding buttons small enough that I like is a challenge. Etsy or trolling on Ebay is an option. Zippers, you can find nylon ones on Amazon or etsy in bulk . Get a batch at longest length you need and just cut off excess carefully when appropriate.
I have the hardest time finding the accessory items needed for finishing a pattern such as lace, zippers, small scale fabric, notions, buckles and other trims.
I have the hardest time finding notions that are size appropriate for doll clothing.
I have a very hard time finding notions of any kind. There closest store to even look is a two hour drive away and their selection is very limited.
i just found the neatest website aliexpress. i haven’t perused the whole thing yet, but they carry many doll sized items at a low cost. and many things ship free from china. the shipping is a little long, but the bargains are great!
“I have the hardest time finding tiny print for my doll clothes.”
I have the hardest time purchasing the correct scale of print fabric or the correct size of elastic cord on line. I like to see in person but those times are quickly disappearing.
I have the hardest time finding skinny woven trims to embellish my doll clothes and cotton batiste for lining them.
I find fabric at my local Fabricland store here in Victoria. I wait for a sale and then add to my stash! Since I have branched out from only using cotton I have found the most amazing fabric by visiting often and being patient — my stash is now getting almost unmanageable! I love it!
“I have the hardest time finding small fasteners, zipper/button/snap”
I am having trouble finding the website for a china company where I bought buttons, notions, tools & fabric at rediculously low prices…Anyone know what it might be?
I shop for tiny buttons, zippers and tiny trims at homesew.com. I have also found great fabrics there. They have the little buckles, too, which are next on my order list, sling with the lightweight hook and loop (Velcro). Fun to shop on their site!
I always shop for snaps at JoAnn’s fabric.
I have the hardest time finding little zippers
I shop for fabric for my doll at joanns
I buy flat quarters when on sale and use clothes that everyone gives me because they know I sew doll clothes.
I have the hardest time finding appropriate small buttons and other doll sized bits and pieces. It seems like there just aren’t a ton of options where I’m located for small enough things to make these outfits really pop.
I make doll clothes out of my fabric scraps. Great way to use up fabric and not great waste! Thank you for the awesome patterns!
I shop for zippers for 18" doll clothes at Pixie Faire
My favorite place to start shopping is my craft room. After over 50 years of sewing it’s a good place to start. Since moving home to MT I’m finding it difficult/impossible to find things locally and I’m the kind of person who likes to touch and see what I want…I’m reluctant to use the internet. Besides that, most of my projects are spur of the moment when I get a few minutes and I don’t plan ahead enough to shop on-line.
I shop for fabric and trim at Goodwill. I look for clothes in the correct fabric and print scale, and also find great trims in evening dresses.
Sometimes I buy worn jeans at a second hand store to make doll clothing for just the right look.
I will also buy other clothes there for a certain color or look that you can’t find at a fabric store, and also for making one of a kinds.
I have a hard time finding small separating zippers over 6" in assorted colors for doll jackets. I also like to use items found at flea markets, garage sales, thrift stores, and kids clothes. Sometimes you can find miniature items in the scrap booking section.
I always make the dolls kits with left fabric that I use for my girls. I buy the other material in a little store in my town. I love your patterns! Thank you so much!
I have the hardest time finding the tiny notions and trims as many folks do. There is such a limited supply of them for all the scales of dolls to sew for in the world. I shop locally, and online, but it can still be a challenge.
I have a hard time finding the courage to attempt some of the more difficult patterns.
I have the hardest time making denim clothes that looks like the real thing
I shop for embellished fabrics at Goodwill and thrift stores, upcycling clothing into one of a kind doll clothes!
I have the hardest time finding the cute same material that are on the patterns. It is really why I purchase a pattern because the cute fabric used . I also have a hard time finding the accessories that are displayed in the pictures when showing the pattern. I know that they are not made and are purchased and it would be nice to know where you might locate them as well with the pattern.
I have the hardest time finding the cute same material that are on the patterns. It is really why I purchase a pattern because the cute fabric used . I also have a hard time finding the accessories that are displayed in the pictures when showing the pattern. I know that they are not made and are purchased and it would be nice to know where you might locate them as well with the pattern.
I have the hardest time finding appropriately sized decorative or notably visible closures. Things like frogs, buckles, clasps, etc. are always too big or way too small.
I have a hard time finding small lace trims. Most of them are too wide for small doll clothes. Thank goodness I bought some way back during Minnesota Fabrics days. I miss that store. It’s hard to find little buckles and tiny buttons also. Short zippers can be hard to find too. Ever notice that most of the t-shirt knits are just for little kids? Not doll size prints. Good luck finding solid color knits. That’s why I buy t-shirts at Salvation Army. I can get quite a few doll t-shirts and turtleneck shirts from a “human” t-shirt. I love to re-purpose people clothing!
I have the hardest time finding tiny trims for all the doll clothes that are actually pretty. Buttons and notions too.
I too have used Zipper That Doll for separating zippers and they stock the very hard to find overall clasps. I’ve used Ali Express for buttons and have been very happy, you just have to order well in advance. I need to expand my notions search to find buckles this year. I’m lucky enough to live right near one of the Sewfisticated Fabrics stores in Metrowest Boston and they stock mini rickrack as well as very affordable cottons and wools.
Marylin
December 29, 2019
I have the hardest time finding small notions.