SASHA
TOMMY HILFIGER
MY FRIEND MANDY
MAGIC ATTIC
EURO GIRLIf Coco Chanel's "little black dress" is a staple in every chic woman's wardrobe then the "pinafore" is certainly a staple in every young doll's wardrobe. Hundreds of dolls have worn one version or another and while it is known primarily as a pinafore it is also called a "jumper" in the USA. However, across the pond a jumper is what we Yanks call a sweater. So, we will call this THE PINAFORE CHALLENGE.
Above we see just a small sample of how various dolls have worn the A-line version of the classic pinafore. The challenge will be based on this simple design. How each designer decides to interpret it will be entirely their choice. While the basic pattern must be used it can be varied in fabric and trim. Shirts or blouses as well as tights and hats may be added. Pockets and a whole variety of buttons and snaps -- even buckles -- can be used.
Designers may choose to add traditional side closures as a part of their design but it is not necessary.
In doing research for this challenge I was amazed by the number of variations created over the years. And by the number of famous storybook characters who wore one form or another of the pinafore. And doll companies have dressed dolls in an endless variety of pinafores and jumpers.
Tomorrow I will highlight some of these designs and discuss ways to alter and finish your basic pinafore pattern.
The pattern can be used to make the pinafore out of felt so that young designers can try their hand at creating a solution all their own. This basic pattern is easy to sew and I will be offering sewing tips in the days ahead.
HOW TO ENTER
Anyone may enter the challenge. To receive your free pattern just send an e-mail to SashaStreetUSA@aol.com and put the word "PINAFORE" in the SUBJECT line. The challenge will end on September 15, 2010. Entries received after that date will not be included in the judging. Designers must send at least two or more photos of their design. Please photograph your dolls against a plain background.
And there will be prizes.
LET THE FASHION FUN BEGIN
Above we see just a small sample of how various dolls have worn the A-line version of the classic pinafore. The challenge will be based on this simple design. How each designer decides to interpret it will be entirely their choice. While the basic pattern must be used it can be varied in fabric and trim. Shirts or blouses as well as tights and hats may be added. Pockets and a whole variety of buttons and snaps -- even buckles -- can be used.
Designers may choose to add traditional side closures as a part of their design but it is not necessary.
In doing research for this challenge I was amazed by the number of variations created over the years. And by the number of famous storybook characters who wore one form or another of the pinafore. And doll companies have dressed dolls in an endless variety of pinafores and jumpers.
Tomorrow I will highlight some of these designs and discuss ways to alter and finish your basic pinafore pattern.
The pattern can be used to make the pinafore out of felt so that young designers can try their hand at creating a solution all their own. This basic pattern is easy to sew and I will be offering sewing tips in the days ahead.
HOW TO ENTER
Anyone may enter the challenge. To receive your free pattern just send an e-mail to SashaStreetUSA@aol.com and put the word "PINAFORE" in the SUBJECT line. The challenge will end on September 15, 2010. Entries received after that date will not be included in the judging. Designers must send at least two or more photos of their design. Please photograph your dolls against a plain background.
And there will be prizes.
LET THE FASHION FUN BEGIN
