One of my favorite places to find inspiration when designing vintage clothing is from Dover Publications. Above are three of the resource books I have from them, one of which is a paper doll book! (the one on the right). Dover easily has hundreds of paper doll books and other books, including books of old photographs, that are perfect for jump-starting the creative juices.I based the 'basic' Edwardian dress on several of the styles from 'Childrens Fashions 1860-1912.' The pattern is now available here:
Basic Edwardian Dress
Included are instructions for both the bretelles (fancy shoulder straps) and a deep bodice collar. Two sleeve variations, and two different pattern stitches for the skirt. The basic bodice is simply the side-to-side bodice.
So please, have fun making these outfits, and coming up with variations of your own!
Oh happy day! Now I really have to give my new dolly her hair so she can get these special clothes.
ReplyDeleteOh wow, I love them both! I especially like the lacey look of the green dress, it's so stylish<3
ReplyDeleteThese are two very special little girls! You've outdone yourself-they're fabulous.
ReplyDeleteThank you Kate, Piston, and Ellen. Your words mean a lot to me, and I hope you enjoy making an Edwardian Free Spirit of your own :-)
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