Fabric Art Doll

Elizabeth Thummel stitches up a festive art doll.

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Step 8
8. Petticoat:
  • Stitch two gathering lines across the top of the bottom tier of the petticoat and pull the threads to create gathers.
  • Stitch the lower tier of the petticoat onto the upper tier with right sides together.
  • Gather elastic cut to the size of the doll's waist onto the petticoat upper tier using a sewing machine.
  • Serge/sew the side seams of the petticoat with right sides together.
  • Stitch the hem into the bottom of the petticoat.
  • Cut lace to the length of the bottom of the petticoat and sew it to the bottom of the petticoat. Turn right side out.