Our world has gone digital, but there are so many analog life skills that our kids still NEED! It’s no secret that life has changed in the past 25 years. When I was in high school, we didn’t have internet either at home or at school. No one owned a cell phone, except for wealthy […]
Our world has gone digital, but there are so many analog life skills that our kids still NEED! It’s no secret that life has changed in the past 25 years. When I was in high school, we didn’t have internet either at home or at school. No one owned a cell phone, except for wealthy […]
As my kids get older, I think a lot about what I need to teach them. When they were little it was all about surviving. Don't get me wrong...
Our world has gone digital, but there are so many analog life skills that our kids still NEED! It’s no secret that life has changed in the past 25 years. When I was in high school, we didn’t have internet either at home or at school. No one owned a cell phone, except for wealthy […]
30+ engineering STEM challenges with simple materials. Kids can tinker with bridges, catapults, boats, and more using recycled and inexpensive materials.
100+ Tricky Riddles wit answerts for kids and adults that'll stretch your brain. Can you solve them without looking at the answers?
We can learn a lot about being frugal from 1940s housewives. Their wartime efforts can often still be applied to our lives today to help us save money. I share a lot about 1950s housewives
100+ Tricky Riddles wit answerts for kids and adults that'll stretch your brain. Can you solve them without looking at the answers?
2012 was an amazing year for iMOM! We made many printables to help moms get organized, start conversations, build relationships and train their children, but here are our top printables in 2012!
100+ Tricky Riddles wit answerts for kids and adults that'll stretch your brain. Can you solve them without looking at the answers?
100+ Tricky Riddles wit answerts for kids and adults that'll stretch your brain. Can you solve them without looking at the answers?
100+ Tricky Riddles wit answerts for kids and adults that'll stretch your brain. Can you solve them without looking at the answers?
100+ Tricky Riddles wit answerts for kids and adults that'll stretch your brain. Can you solve them without looking at the answers?
This time we brought you up amazing designs of Sak Yant tattoos by Thai Monks, yes, monks are tattoo artists too, aren’t they so cool?
100+ Tricky Riddles wit answerts for kids and adults that'll stretch your brain. Can you solve them without looking at the answers?
100+ Tricky Riddles wit answerts for kids and adults that'll stretch your brain. Can you solve them without looking at the answers?
This stylish dress was inspired by the stories of the 1930s and ‘40s historical American Girl® dolls and their love of a good mystery. The delightful Nancy Drew book series that began in 1930, and -with changes- is still inspiring young girls today as “Girl Detective”. I imagine that Nancy Drew’s plucky intelligence was an influence on many young girls through the years, including this designer. As a child, I gloried in finding mysteries about the house to solve! The 1930s & ‘40s was also a celebrated style period that featured very structured tailoring. I have tried to capture that look in this design. This PDF sewing pattern is Designed to Fit 18” Dolls such as American Girl®. Use lightweight fabrics to construct the dress. Trims can be added easily at neckline, sleeves, and the waistband. While the gathering might look tricky, the shaped pattern pieces create the unique look of this style. This is an Experienced-Basic level pattern (someone who has sewn a few items before). Clear instruction & images guide you through each step. Recommended Fabrics: Dress – Lightweight Woven – Cotton & Cotton Blends up to quilting weight. Lining – Very lightweight cotton or silky lining fabrics are ideal. Contrast– Same as Dress fabrics. Supplies Needed: Dress – Lightweight Woven – Cotton & Cotton Blends up to quilting weight. Lining – Very lightweight cotton or silky lining fabrics are ideal. Contrast– Same as Dress fabrics. Fabric 1/2 yard light to mid-weight woven cotton and cotton blend fabrics (Cotton prints, chambray, poly blend wovens, calico, quilter’s cotton) 1/4 yard Contrast Fabric or remnant *Use 1/4” seam allowance unless noted. If using stripes or plaid, more yardage will be needed to match pieces. Trim Yardage (Optional) 1 yard trim (depending on areas embellished, more yardage may be required) – narrow or baby ricrac, lace, piping, etc. Notions - Matching thread Closure method such as 4" length of 1/2" wide hook and loop tape Skill Level: Intermediate What You Get: One 28 page sewing pattern that you digitally download as a PDF file so you can start your project immediately! This pattern comes with a 2 page summary of instructions to help you save on printer ink. 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. Download, Print, Sew! Interested in using this pattern to make items to sell at craft fairs or online? We'd be honored! When using a pattern from Pixie Faire, we just ask that you acknowledge the designer and reference Pixie Faire when you post a garment for sale online. Example: “Created from a Dollhouse Designs pattern found at PixieFaire.com” Pixie Faire and the designers featured are not affiliated with American Girl®.
