Carefree and comfortable, this nightgown (or dress) by Dollhouse Designs has a pretty banded neckline and can be made in either knit or woven fabrics, with a long or short length skirt. View A has 3/4 length sleeves with sleeve bands. View B features short, softly puffed sleeves with a gathered elastic edge as well as an optional yoke overlay.
Dress this pretty nightgown up with embroidered ribbon, lace, or other trims for a unique look or leave simple and let your fabric “do the talking”. This PDF pattern is sure to be a fun addition to any 18” vinyl girl’s wardrobe and is a quick sew. Whip up a bunch in different colors and styles.
Recommended Fabrics: lightweight 2-way stretch knits. Can use with other Knits and Flannel Backed Satin
Supplies Needed:
-1/3 yard Knit or Woven fabric. [Any lightweight 2-way stretch knit will work well. Can use with other Knits and Flannel Backed Satin]
-Sleeve and Neckbands – Remnant of Knit or Woven fabric
-Yoke – Remnant of Knit or Woven fabric
-Lining – Remnant of very lightweight silky lining fabric
-Interfacing – Remnant of lightweight fusible Interfacing
-Closures - As desired: I recommend thin, non-snagging hook and loop tape
-Elastic – View B only - 1/2 yard of 1/8 inch elastic for sleeves
-Stay Tape – For knits with Lycra/Spandex content or 4-way stretch Only. (Not needed for standard knits)
Notions:
-Ribbon, Embroidered Ribbon, Lace, Gathered Trims, etc. as desired for embellishment
-Additional embroidery thread or appliqués if desired
-Matching Thread
-Pinking Shears for fabric that frays
Skill Level: Intermediate
What You Get: One 38 page sewing pattern that you digitally download as a PDF file so you can start your project immediately! The PDF sewing pattern provides full color step-by-step illustrated instructions and full size pattern pieces. A PDF reader is required to view and print the files (example: Adobe Reader or Preview for MAC). The download link is received immediately after the transaction is complete. Print copies are NOT available.
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