Doll Sewing 101: Start with the Basics - Episode 1 – Doll Underwear

Bankky N.
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Welcome to Doll Sewing 101: Start with the Basics, a new series designed to guide you through creating essential wardrobe pieces for dolls. If you’ve ever wanted to sew doll clothes but didn’t know where to start, this series is for you!

We’ll begin with the foundation of every wardrobe: underwear. In this first episode, I’ll share two free patterns for doll underwear. Each pattern is sewn a little differently—Pattern A uses a back seam, while Pattern B uses side seams—so you can try both and discover which method you prefer.

🎁Free Printable patterns at the bottom of the page!

Free Pattern HB61 (HappyBankkyCraftyMom)

Supplies You’ll Need

Free Doll Underwear Patterns (A & B) – download link below
Stretch fabric (cotton knit, jersey, or old t-shirts)
1/8” elastic (buy here)
Threader clip (buy here)
Heat Erasable Fabric Marking Pens (buy here)
Sewing machine (zigzag or stretch stitch recommended)
Scissors
Needle and matching thread

Video Tutorial

Instructions

✂️ Pattern A: Join at the back and crotch

Steps:

1. Cut the Fabric:

Sewing pattern labeled "Front A" and floral fabric cutout on wood table; green with pink and white flowers. — Fold fabric and cut the pattern on the fold.

Hands hold floral fabric with blue pattern lines on a wooden surface, suggesting preparation for sewing. Pen points to fabric edge. — Mark 1/4" seam allowance.

2. Attach Elastic to Leg Openings:

Cut two pieces of 1/8” elastic, about 3.5” each, With wrong side facing up, secure ends of elastic on leg opening. — Cut two pieces of 1/8” elastic, about **3.5” each**, With **wrong side facing up**, secure ends of elastic on leg opening.

Zigzag stitch the elastic to the edge while gently stretching it to fit the curve. — **Zigzag stitch** the elastic to the edge while gently stretching it to fit the curve.

Fold the elastic under (toward the wrong side) and topstitch with a straight stitch to secure.

3. Sew the Back Seam:

Fold the piece right sides together and sew the curved back seam.

4. Sew the Crotch Seam:

Line up the front and back crotch areas and sew the seam.

5. Attach Elastic to Waistband:

Fold the waistband down 1/4” to the wrong side and stitch the casing, Leave a small gap for elastic.

Cut about 9” of 1/8” elastic, Insert elastic.

✂️ Pattern B: Join at the sides

Steps:

1. Cut the Fabric:

Fold fabric and cut the pattern on the fold.

2. Attach Elastic to Leg Openings:

3. Sew the Side Seams:

Match up and sew both side seams using a 1/4” seam allowance.

Open the seam and top stitch the seam in place.

4. Attach Elastic to Waistband:

Fold the waistband down 1/4” to the wrong side.

Stitch the casing, Leave a small gap for elastic.

Tips & Variations

Add lace trim for a girly style.
Use scraps from old baby clothes for soft, stretchy fabric.
Sew a whole collection in different prints and colors.

This is Episode 1 of Doll Sewing 101: Start with the Basics. By sewing underwear first, you’re giving your doll’s wardrobe the same foundation we all need.

Stay tuned for Episode 2, where we’ll move on to the next essential piece in the doll wardrobe.

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I hope you enjoyed this tutorial! See you in the next one—happy crafting!

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Please feel free to use the patterns as you like and you don’t have to to give me any credit if you don’t want to, I just want to create patterns that are free and available for everyone, It’s will be my Honor if my creativity can be helpful to you in any way☺️

Free Printable pattern Here!

Free Pattern HB61 : Start with the Basics – Doll Underwear for 18 Inch Doll

Free Pattern HB61 : Start with the Basics – Doll Underwear for 14 Inch Doll

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