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Pillowcase Dress for American Girl Doll – Free Sewing Pattern

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Pillowcase Dress for American Girl Doll - Free Sewing Pattern

A pillowcase dress is a cute – and easy – style of dress to sew for girls.  And it’s also an easy dress to sew for American Girl dolls or other 18″ dolls.  Sew Crafty Me has a free pattern you can use to sew one. And who doesn’t like options with a pattern? Well, this pillowcase dress has a few. You can opt to sew a plain doll dress or if you would like a more vibrant dress, choose fabric scraps of various colors and sew a paneled one.  Grab your notions and use the free sewing pattern to sew cute little pillowcase dresses in different styles for your little girl’s American doll!

[photo from Sew Crafty Me]

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

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Okay, confession time: I’ve always dreamed of having a Highland cow as a pet. There’s just something magical about their shaggy coats, sweet eyes, and gentle nature that makes them utterly irresistible. But since zoning laws (and my backyard) don’t quite allow for the real thing, I’ve found the next best option — this Highland Cow Sewing Pattern on Etsy.

This adorable PDF pattern lets you stitch up your very own fluffy Highland friend, complete with detailed photo instructions that guide you every step of the way. Whether you’re crafting it as a cuddly toy, a cozy décor piece, or a unique gift, this little cow brings all the charm without any of the farm chores.

It’s suitable for confident beginners and experienced sewists alike, and with the right fabric (faux fur, anyone?), you can really bring that signature Highland cow fluff to life. And yes, I’m already picturing a mini herd in festive scarves come Christmas!

At CraftGossip, we love supporting independent Etsy sellers who bring whimsy and heart into their handmade patterns—and this one is a standout. So if you’re like me and secretly dream of Highland cows roaming your living room, this might just be your next feel-good project.