Long gone are the days when women and young girls wore several layers of frilly underclothes. Fortunately, our favorite 18” girls are able to continue wearing these charming styles, even if they are no longer practical for us.
Pantalets have 5 length options, with loose or elasticized leg finish. The longest length is more suited to Regency era outfits (1800-1820), with the remainder corresponding to various other eras up to the 1920s.
The Camisole is in the style of a corset cover, which would have covered a young girl’s stays. This is a great project to use up small amounts of lace or to experiment with small remnants of fine fabrics. Though this set is designed to be underwear, it would also look lovely as a modern girl’s pajamas.
Both pieces may be made of very lightweight cottons, silky wovens, lining fabrics, and of course silk. Keep in mind, very lightweight fabrics are best if meant to be worn below other garments.
The Pantalets can be dressed up with extra lace, pintucks (instructions given) and loose or elasticized legs.
Pattern hacks are included, with options for construction as well as some alterations.
This PDF sewing pattern by Dollhouse Designs is designed to fit 18" dolls such as American Girl®.
Recommended Fabrics: Fabrics- Very lightweight cotton, cotton blends (muslin, lawn, batiste, etc); silky solids, silky lining-types, lightweight satin. Fashion fabric may be used for lining if both are very lightweight.
Supplies Needed:
- 1/2 yard fabric
- 1/4 yard or remnant lining (if different)
- 1/2 yard trim for Camisole (Galloon or double-edged lace is especially pretty for this design)
- 1/2 yard lace or trim for Pantalets
- 1/3 yard 1/2- 5/8 inch wide knit elastic for Pantalet waist (decorative picot edge is pretty)
- 1/2 yard 1/8- 3/8 inch wide elastic for Pantalet legs (Optional)
- Matching Thread
- Desired closure for Camisole (hook & loop tape, snaps, etc)
Skill Level: Easy
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