Last Black Friday, I bought several patterns for just 99 cents a piece at Hancock Fabrics. One of these patterns was Simplicity #1952 (you may remember from past discussions that I typically only use Simplicity patterns). The Baby Doll Bookbag Carrier was the item that originally caught my eye. The pattern looked cute and easy, and I am proud to say that I wasn’t disappointed!
I decided to let Princess have a break. So let me introduce you to Sally, our model for the day…
If you are contemplating this pattern, here are a few of my thoughts and tips on the bookbag:
- Get all the supplies together before starting. This may sound like a no-brainer, but I failed to do so. Three trips to JoAnn’s later, and I was able to get to work.
- The “Webbing” under the supplies is NOT fusible webbing. Again, you probably think I have no brain cells, but I did originally think I needed fusible webbing. It wasn’t until I began the project that I realized the “Webbing” referred to the strapping for the bookbag. This accounted for one of the JoAnn’s runs.
- The BookBag is an EXCELLENT item to practice different sewing techniques. The bag includes buttonholes, buttons, a zipper, and piping!
- The doll carrier portion will fit a large variety of dolls, from American Girl sized dolls to Cabbage Patch dolls.
- The length of the straps are made for older girls- I’d say probably age 5-7. If the bag is being made for a toddler, adjustable straps will need to be inserted to keep the bag from dragging the ground.
- Reinforce the strapping, especially if the little girl carrying this likes to take ALL of her baby doll accessories with her.
- And lastly, BUT MOST IMPORTANTLY- when making the front carrier portion (where the doll sits) be careful in leaving the pieces lying around before they are assembled. The hubby thought I was making a pair of underwear.
Loved this bag, and I think you will, too!
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What a gorgeous little backpack!! I do the same with materials for projects – always end up having to stop to get something in the middle!!
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Hope you have a fabulous week!
Jill @ Creating my way to Success
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Very cute! Thanks for linking up at Etcetorize~
Oh this is just adorable!
Great job!
I need to make some of these for my Granddaughters.
Found you through Mix it up Monday.
Thanks for some great inspiration!
Lisa H.
lisastuf.blogspot.com
Hahahaha, men just have no vision for things sometimes, do they?
This is so cute. Maybe by the time we need something like this, I’ll be OK with buttonholes and piping!
It turned out so cute!! I love the piping and the colors you chose. That’s so funny about your husband! I could see mine making the same mistake.:)
This doll reminds me mine… We call them “Patouf” ( word very funny for a French 8 yo lol ) our parents didn’t like them because they prefer Corolles.
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Such a cute idea!
Wow! Great project! Link it up with me on my Wow Us Wednesday, ok? Over at http://www.familyhomeandlife.com
That is so adorable! What a perfect gift for a little girl. Thanks so much for sharing at Mom On Timeout!
This is amazing! Thanks so much for stopping by Creative Thursday last week. I couldn’t do these parties without you. Can’t wait to see what you link up this week. Have a great week.
Michelle
Thanks for partying with us girlie!!