Fashion Show ★ Collection 2018-2019

Hi fashionista’s!

 I got inspired by all the travels and decided to design a new collection. Are you ready to discover the Dress Your Doll Hello Kitty Collection?

 Check out the aftermovie of my fashion show here:

 Bye!

Dollie

Sewing hack #4

Hi guys,

I arrived Down Under for some kangaroo spotting. After Canada I really got the hang of spotting animals with my binocular. I’m looking forward to seeing some kangaroos here in Australia.

 In the meantime I have another sewing tip for you. Sometimes your pins are a little stubborn and don’t want to go through the fabric. To make this easier you can put your pins in a piece of soap. This way you can push them through the fabric smoothly.

 What is your sewing project for the moment? Let me know in the comments!

 See you later, alligator!

 Dollie

How to sew a Chilean poncho

Hi guys,

 I’m in Chile, one of the Latin-American countries where the poncho is part of the traditional clothing. The traditional poncho in Chile is called a Chamanto. This is woven in silk thread and wool. The edges are finished with a ribbon. The traditional colors are grey, brown, red, black and white. What makes these Chamanto’s special is that they are reversible, as both sides are fully finished. The dark side is used during the day, and the light side is mostly worn at night.

 I wouldn’t be a real fashion designer if didn’t design my own poncho for my visit to Chile. So I did! This is one of the easiest clothing pieces to make. It’s even a good one to make with your leftover fabrics.

Let’s get started!

Poncho

1. What do you need?

2. Cut out a rectangle of 10 cm x 20 cm out of plain fabric

3. Cut out

- 2 rectangles of 1 cm x 20 cm

- 3 rectangles of 1 cm x 10 cm

- 1 rectangle of 2 cm x 10 cm out of the printed fabric

4. Sew the printed rectangles to the corresponding sides of the plain rectangle, as seen on the picture.

5. Cut out a hole for the head in the middle of the poncho by folding it in the length and cutting the two pieces of fabric at once.

Have fun!

 Dollie

Do you want to build a snowman?

Hi there,

 I travelled from Canada to Greenland last week. I came here to build a snowman and enjoy the cozy wintertime. My outfit hints at the traditional Greenlandic clothing a little, as they also use bright colors and patterns for their sweaters. I definitely need my hat and scarf here.

 The people in Greenland live very close to the nature. They use every part of animals that are caught during hunting. The meat is used to eat and the skin is, even until today, used for clothing like the traditional outfits.

 They use skins of seals, polar bears, reindeer, foxes and rabbits. Because the temperature can drop to -50°C in winter, these are the best materials to keep them warm.

 Today, the people in Greenland still use their national costume on occasions like Christmas, Easter, Greenland’s National Day, and weddings.

 The first day of school is also a great celebration. Six-year-old girls and boys are usually dressed in national costumes on this special day.

 Do you still have a national costume in your country?

 Have a nice day!

 Dollie

5 tips for effortless sewing!

Hi guys,

I’m in Canada for some moose spotting this week. To keep you busy I have some sewing tips for you!

1.     Do some research

Before you start sewing, do research for the pattern you are using. Maybe someone else has made this before you and shared some tips? Or check out the YouTube channel of Dress Your Doll for more helpful tips and video-manuals.

2.     Copy your pattern

Maybe you want to make the same piece multiple times, in different fabrics. Then it would be useful to copy your pattern and use the copy to actually trace your pattern on the fabric. This way your original pattern stays nice and clean!

3.     Collect your supplies

Before you start your project, make sure you gather all the supplies needed. Nothing is more annoying than having to get up every time you realize you are missing something you need. So spread out your tools on the table and make sure they are close by in case you need them. Maybe you can make a special sewing box with all the necessary supplies in it.

4.     Do it your way

Is there something in the pattern you don’t like as much, or you want to make a small adaptation? Don’t hesitate to do it your way! You will enjoy sewing more if you are absolutely free. And you will have a unique piece!

Don’t forget to share your creations with us by sending a picture to info@verachtert.be or posting on social media with the hashtag #dressyourdoll.

5.     Take a break

Nothing good can come from working frustrated or tired. Take a break every once in a while to keep your head clear and make some beautiful creations.

Good luck sewing!

See you later,

Dollie