This little doll basket is pretty much the only thing I made for Christmas. As soon as Dana released the pattern, I just knew that I had to whip one up to put under the tree. Glad I did since Syd loves it! She plays with it almost everyday and I love seeing the bright and happy colors. It's not a fast project as there are lots of pieces to cut and there is a bit of tricky sewing to get through but it's certainly do-able and I'm super pleased with the result. I think this makes an awesome gift for any kid!
The pattern includes all the info you need to make the basket as well as a mattress, pillow, and blankie. Absolutely adorable! It also includes 3 different sizes and I chose to make the large version. It fits Syd's larger Gotz dolls (similar in size to the AG dolls) as well as all of her smaller babies. I made the mattress reversible and used stripes that match the pillow on the flip side. Instead of making a fabric blanket, I ended up crocheting one in an effort to use up some of the gazillion balls of yarn I have sitting around. The only changes I made were hand sewing the binding onto the inside of the baby basket and making the straps differently. Also, I think it is safe to say that I might have an addiction issue when it comes to the floral print by Joel Dewberry. You'll probably find it making another appearance or two.
pattern | baby doll basket by made
outer fabric | premier prints slub check in yellow
lining fabric | joel dewberry dainty daisies in emerald
pillow fabric | michael miller out to sea pirate stripe in navy
I made two before Christmas also, but I have to say, I LOVE YOUR HANDLES! Wish I had done mine like that, they are fabulous, shoot the whole thing is fabulous, great fabric choices too!
ReplyDeleteMy daughter loves the one I made her for Christmas, and it too often has a Lalaloopsy. Honestly, most surfaces in our home often have a Lalaloopsy! I love the dolls in your first picture - what are they? Did you buy them or make them?
ReplyDeleteThere are several Lalaloopsies around my house! The cloth dolls are Mooshka dolls and I found them at Target! Doll making is not one of my strong suits ;)
DeleteThis is super cute. I can't wait to see the other things too cause I love that floral! :)
ReplyDeleteSo cute! I wish my child would play with dolls. :)
ReplyDeleteI LOVE your fun color combos and patterns here. If I tried this, it would...be unfortunate. Great eye. I really should run and sew up two right now...!
ReplyDeleteah, that yellow fabric was exactly what I needed to see on this grey, wintery morning! I can see why it brings you such happiness:) Beautiful job - glad to hear it was so well received!
ReplyDeletethis looks so so good. I'm sure syd loves it. You did a beautiful job sewing it up as usual. :)
ReplyDeleteIt's beautiful and I love the colour combination!
ReplyDeleteJust saw your blog today. I love your version of the baby doll basket and can't wait to make a couple for my granddaughters. I like your handles much better, so will save on the dread bias tape application! going to MADE to buy my pattern. Thanks again!
ReplyDeleteso so so cute! Perfect fabric choices as well. It doesn't look the easiest thing to sew but it looks absolutely flawless! xo
ReplyDeleteVanessa I love your style so much. It's so clean and refreshing.
ReplyDeleteI just shared your basket in a roundup today on MADE. Thanks for making and sharing with us!
and here's the link :)
Deletehttp://www.danamadeit.com/2014/01/your-baskets-your-babies.html
Hi Vanessa,
ReplyDeleteYou did a wonderful job with the basket. I'm having a little trouble finding the exact interfacing and batting that Dana recommends in Australia. Can I ask what you used?
Thanks so much,
Leigh
There is a chart here http://www.sewsweetness.com/2012/05/all-about-bag-interfacing.html that shows Pellon products and comparable Vilene products. Hope that helps!
DeleteAnd forgot to mention that I used what Dana listed in the pattern :)
DeleteI just stumbled upon your blog and wanted to say that I have really enjoyed reading your blog posts. Any way I'll be subscribing to your feed and I hope you post again soon.A fantastic presentation. Very open and informative.You have beautifully presented your thought in this blog post. Basket
ReplyDeleteHow cuuute! I didn't even know that this pattern had been released... now I want to make some for my nieces. Yours turned out adorable! :)
ReplyDeleteHi I just bought the pattern !!! I can't wait to make a few !!! Thanks
ReplyDeleteBeautiful fabric choices! Just lovely! Can I ask how you made the handles different from the pattern?
ReplyDeleteThanks! If I remember correctly, I skipped adding the fleece and used some interfacing instead. I made the handles like you would bias tape. Hope that helps!
DeleteYes, thank you, that does help! I’ll be making this for my granddaughter for Christmas.
DeleteHer name is Syd too 😊
Hope your Syd loves her gift!! Happy sewing and Merry Christmas :)
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