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Doll Sewing 101: Start with the Basics – Episode 2 – Doll Bra

  • Writer: Bankky N.
    Bankky N.
  • 55 minutes ago
  • 3 min read
HB62 Doll Sewing 101: Start with the Basics – Doll Bra
HB62 Doll Sewing 101: Start with the Basics – Doll Bra

Welcome back to Doll Sewing 101: Start with the Basics!

This is Episode 2, and today we’re making something every doll wardrobe needs: a simple, cute, beginner-friendly doll bra. This project is perfect if you’re just starting your sewing journey or want a quick, satisfying make between bigger projects.


Whether you sew for 14-inch dolls (like WellieWishers) or 18-inch dolls (like American Girl), I’ve included free printable PDF patterns for both sizes so you can sew along at home.


Let’s get started! ✂️💕


🎁Free Printable patterns at the bottom of the page!


HB62 Doll Sewing 101: Start with the Basics – Doll Bra
HB62 Doll Sewing 101: Start with the Basics – Doll Bra

HB62 Doll Sewing 101: Start with the Basics – Doll Bra
HB62 Doll Sewing 101: Start with the Basics – Doll Bra

Supplies You’ll Need


  • Free Doll Bra Patterns – download link below

  • Stretch fabric (cotton knit, jersey, or old t-shirts)

  • Needle and matching thread

  • Small piece of Velcro or snaps

  • Sewing machine

  • Scissors

  • Heat Erasable Fabric Marking Pens (buy here)

  • Optional: bow, or small button for decoration  (buy here)

  • Loop Turner Sewing Tool  (buy here)

  • Locking Clamp  (buy here)




Video Tutorial coming soon!


Notes:

- For (A) Wide Strap cut 2 fabric on fold.

- For (B) Spaghetti Strap cut 2 single pieces

- For Bra body cut 2 rectangles ( 18" doll cut 12"x 3" ) For ( 14" doll cut 8"x 2" )


🪡 Step-by-Step Instructions


Step 1: Prepare  Fabric


1. Cut two rectangles, one for the front and one for the lining.
1. Cut two rectangles, one for the front and one for the lining.


2. Lay the bra body pattern on top and trace around it with fabric chalk or an erasable pen.
2. Lay the bra body pattern on top and trace around it with fabric chalk or an erasable pen.


2.1 Flip the pattern and trace the other side.
2.1 Flip the pattern and trace the other side.

2.2 Mark 2 opening
2.2 Mark 2 opening


3. Place both pieces right sides together.
3. Place both pieces right sides together.


Step 2: Make the Straps


1. Wide Straps:


Cut 2 strap pieces on fold.
Cut 2 strap pieces on fold.

Mark 1/4 seam allowance
Mark 1/4 seam allowance


Sew along the long edge
Sew along the long edge


Turn right side out
Turn right side out


And press flat.
And press flat.


2. Spaghetti Straps:


Cut 2 single pieces.
Cut 2 single pieces.

Fold each lengthwise, sew a narrow seam.
Fold each lengthwise, sew a narrow seam.


Turn right side out.
Turn right side out.


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Step 3: Insert Front Straps


1. Slip the front ends of the straps between the layers at the top front corners of the traced bra.
1. Slip the front ends of the straps between the layers at the top front corners of the traced bra.

2. Make sure the straps point inward and the loose ends are tucked inside.
2. Make sure the straps point inward and the loose ends are tucked inside.


3. Pin securely.
3. Pin securely.


Step 4: Sew the Bra Body


1. Sew along the traced line, leaving the back strap spots open (do not sew over them).
1. Sew along the traced line, leaving the back strap spots open (do not sew over them).


2. Trim seam allowance and clip curves.
2. Trim seam allowance and clip curves.

2.1 After trim the seam allowance.
2.1 After trim the seam allowance.
3. Turn right side out through one of the strap openings.
3. Turn right side out through one of the strap openings.


3.1 After turn right side out.
3.1 After turn right side out.


Step 5: Closure


Pin and Sew on Velcro or attach snaps for the closure.
Pin and Sew on Velcro or attach snaps for the closure.

After Sew on Velcro.
After Sew on Velcro.

Step 6: Attach Back Straps


1. Tuck the back ends of the straps into the openings you left.
1. Tuck the back ends of the straps into the openings you left.


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1.1

2. Pin in place and check the fit on your doll.
2. Pin in place and check the fit on your doll.

3. Topstitch around the edges to secure the straps and finish the edge neatly.
3. Topstitch around the edges to secure the straps and finish the edge neatly.


3.1 After topstitch.
3.1 After topstitch.


Step 7: Decoration


Add a small bow, button, or lace at the center front for a cute finishing touch 💖
Add a small bow, button, or lace at the center front for a cute finishing touch 💖

Your doll bra is ready! 💕
Your doll bra is ready! 💕
Free Pattern HB62 (HappyBankkyCraftyMom)
Free Pattern HB62 (HappyBankkyCraftyMom)


Free Pattern HB62 (HappyBankkyCraftyMom)
Free Pattern HB62 (HappyBankkyCraftyMom)
Free Pattern HB62 (HappyBankkyCraftyMom)
Free Pattern HB62 (HappyBankkyCraftyMom)
Free Pattern HB62 (HappyBankkyCraftyMom)
Free Pattern HB62 (HappyBankkyCraftyMom)
Free Pattern HB62 (HappyBankkyCraftyMom)
Free Pattern HB62 (HappyBankkyCraftyMom)
Free Pattern HB62 (HappyBankkyCraftyMom)
Free Pattern HB62 (HappyBankkyCraftyMom)
Free Pattern HB62 (HappyBankkyCraftyMom)
Free Pattern HB62 (HappyBankkyCraftyMom)

🌟What’s Next in Doll Sewing 101?



Episode 3 will cover another must-have basics clothing item. Stay tuned if you want to build a full capsule wardrobe for your 14” and 18” dolls.


💡 Share your creations tag me on Youtube Facebook Instagram or TikTok using #happybankkycraftymom so I can see your doll sewing journey!


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



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