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Free pattern: 18″ Doll nightgown, make one from a dollar store blanket

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Free pattern: Doll nightgown, make one from a dollar store blanket

Free pattern: Doll nightgown, make one from a dollar store blanket

Joy from xoxo Grandma has a fantastic pattern for a nightgown that you can make for an American Girl or other 18″ dolls. The best part about this project is that you can use a fleece blanket from the dollar store as the fabric! This is a great way to upcycle an old blanket into something new and useful. The nightgown will be soft and cozy for your doll to wear, making it the perfect addition to their bedtime routine.

Not only is this project affordable, but it’s also easy to customize to fit your personal style. If you don’t have a fleece blanket on hand, you can use flannel or lightweight fleece yardage instead. And if you have scraps of fabric lying around, you can use those too if they’re big enough. The possibilities are endless!

Making a nightgown for a doll is a fun and easy project that’s perfect for beginner sewers. With Joy’s pattern and tutorial, you’ll have a completed nightgown in no time. And if you’re looking for an even bigger challenge, you can make a nightgown for your daughter to match her doll’s!

This project is a great way to spend a lazy afternoon, and the end result will be a cute and practical nightgown that your doll will love. So, grab your fabric and get started on this fun and easy project today! Click below for Joy’s free pattern and tutorial.

$1.00 Doll Night Gown, by xoxo Grandma

[photo from xoxo Grandma]

Looking to make more clothes for an 18 Inch American Girl style doll? Check out these sewing patterns we found on Etsy.

 

Comments

  7. Thank you for sharing this! I’m a Nana who is trying to rediscover sewing. Your instructions seems easy to follow and fun.

  9. Cute, quick, simple! I made blanket and pillow in matching/contrast fabric. I used cotton fabric, not fleece.

  10. I want to make my granddaughter a nightgown and one for her dolly to match. I think this will be quite helpful. Thanks!

  11. Thank you ! As a grandma myself I am thrilled to find this easy pattern. I have severe RA but am still trying to make a few homemade items. I googled AG nightgown pattern to find this pattern. Thank you again!

  12. Thank you! I just wanted a simple doll nightgown pattern. They were expensive at the store, with tons of pieces and too many directions. This is just right!

  19. I’ve been searching for several hours to find this nightgown – yay, exactly what I was looking for. Anxious to try it out. Thank you for sharing !

  24. Thank you so very much for making this pattern and allowing me to download it. I found your pattern on Pinterest. My granddaughters love Build A Bear, but the clothing in the store is so very expensive. I believe with a few minor alterations I will be able to make a few nightgowns for their babies.

  26. Thank you for this fun pattern I found on Pinterest! I’m using my mother’s old flannel nightgown to make one.

  27. You are awesome, found this quick and easy pattern through pinterest. Keep them coming, I love your ideas.

  31. Thank you so much for posting this pattern. My Granddaughter asked me to make a Frozen nightgown for her doll matching hers. This was perfect!
    Kindest regards,
    Also a Grandma

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