Friday, October 21, 2011

Store bought vs. making it

I'm the first to admit that I'm no seamstress.  Especially in 1/6 scale.  From the beginning, I have always said Agnes' wardrobe would be a combination of store bought and "mommy made" fashions.  As I think more about this, I think any of the items you would need/get in your every day wardrobe should be store bought (if possible).  Specialty items such as party dresses and one of a kind styles should be made.

So, with this in mind, I have been desperately seeking clothes that "fit" Agnes off the shelf.  Her thin torso makes this a little challenging.  Also,  she has lovely delicate fingers.  I won't force them into any outfit so I have learned to adapt by opening sleeves to accommodate her hands.

So here's a jacket I got for Agnes. (Oh and a pair of cargo pants).  The cargo pants are too short, the sleeve of the jacket are a bit short -- this reminds me of shopping with my oldest daughter ;)


The boots are from Mimiwoo
                                                                                                                   

2 comments:

  1. Cute! I love this idea of having one doll and building her world. Agnes is very lucky to have you!

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  2. Thank you for the kind comment. I've been inspired by Betty Modish (who I had the pleasure of seeing at the Wenham Museum in Massachusetts). I read a book years ago about her wardrobe -- Betty's owner and her mom made an elaborate wardrobe -- I've always wanted to do the same but lacked a doll that inspired me.

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