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A Pinch of Joy

Eat Healthy, Do it Yourself, Live Well, Have Fun.

American Girl doll

Party Dress for 18 inch Doll

A Pinch of Joy: Party Dress for 18 inch doll

This gorgeous party dress was intended for Samantha who was retired from the American Girl lineup several years ago.  Samantha is a dead ringer for a little one I know and I was thrilled to find a Samantha doll in excellent condition for the little sweetie pie a couple of years ago.    The dress is true to the turn of the century historical period Samantha depicted -- but it is classic style that any modern doll mama would love her 18 inch doll to have!       The original source of this pattern is the delightful AGPlaythings.   In addition to this and other clothes for Samantha there are a number of free pdf patterns for other retired dolls on this site.  If you or someone you know loves AG -- check it out! I followed the pattern, but made some changes in the directions.  Some sewing ... [Read More]

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American Girl 18″ Doll Clothes with pattern and tutorial

18" Doll Clothes from Dollar Store Items - A Pinch of Joy

I walked into the Dollar Store to pick up sandwich  bags.  As I passed a rack of scarves and hats, this teal and lavendar color combination caught my eye.  Hmmmm . . . I also had doll clothes on my mind as there are three little girls on my list that absolutely adore their American Girl and My Generation dolls!  I picked up the bags and returned to the rack of hats and scarves.   An idea had begun to blossom and as I sorted through the offerings, it began to take shape.  A ribbed hat that was pretty stretchy, a big scarf as wide as the doll body and a striped kid’s scarf to tie the colors together.  For only a $3 investment, I decided to see what that nubbin of an idea would turn into! HAT:  Sorry --I got so wrapped up in making things happen, I forgot to take a picture of it before ... [Read More]

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Welcome! I’m Charlene. I love to share quick and easy recipes, whatever I’ve learned in our last DIY project – anything that helps make life easier, better and more fun!! I hope you will find inspiration and add a pinch of joy to your day!

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