I'm so excited to finally share what Amy Sinibaldi's Paperie fabric inspired me to make. Little Bubbles has been fluttering around my house for the past month, as my daughters have snuck in a few cuddles with her here and there. She's in a new spot everyday. I was thrilled Amy asked me to be a part of her blog hop because I knew her fabrics would make the cutest little doll. I didn't skimp on this and kinda broke the mold on her. If you are familiar with my Sizzix Doll dies, you'll notice her arms and legs are not the same as the ones on the doll die. These arms and legs are from the Sizzix Fox die. The pieces are all interchangeable - she's my first bit of proof.
For her outfit - I made Bubbles a little "bubble dress" with puffy sleeves. It was easy to make and looks really cute with a little tulle underneath (my daughter took the tutu from my ballerina doll and added it underneath at one point. It's not shown here - but I'll share that pic when I post the dress tutorial tomorrow). I also decided to give her sweet little capris with some lace detailing) same as on the sleeves). I finished off her dress with two beautiful buttons designed by Jane from "Quilt Jane". Because she lives in Maine - Bubbles clearly needed her own little infinity scarf to keep her warm.
Bubbles is quite unique as you can see from her pink hair and dual hair buns on top. She loves to knit in her free time and travel. Beside her is her little Mini Co-Pilot bag - she loves a good adventure - that word has become her middle name. The word 'adventure' and the bag fit her perfectly.She ven brings her scissors along for some crafty traveling.
Info on making the bag MINI: I made this mini bag for her using Sara Lawson's Co-Pilot pattern from her new Windy City book. I took Sara's bag measurements and divided them by 4. I then took the pattern piece for this bag and shrunk it down to 25% of the original size. Because I changed the size - the seam allowance was no longer the same as required. To fix this - I cut off the seam allowance and added an accurate allowance back on. This kept the pattern 100% accurate in shape and dimensions. This is something I always recommend to people using my patterns (or anyone's patterns) if they make them smaller or larger than advised. I used some Soft and Stable from Patterns by Annie (only one layer for the bottom and sides) to give it body, and of course had to add a little scissor tag to the zipper pull.
If you would like a chance to win a charm pack of Amy's new Limited Edition Paperie fabrics from Art Gallery Fabrics - please leave a comment below (OR on my instagram pic of Bubbles). I'll pick a winner and advise next Tuesday. (EDIT: Thank you to everyone for entering the giveaway here and on my IG feed. Congrats to Kimberly R for winning).
Thanks so much for stopping by and thank you Amy for letting me play with your fabrics. Please sign up for my emails to get info about new patterns, new dies, future sales and other fun stuff. I have yet to send out my first one - but I will soon and will surely include something fun.
Disclaimer: I received some fabric from Amy to use for this blog post. I also received a copy of Sara's book and some Soft and Stable since I hadn't ever used it before, as well as the buttons all the way from Australia from Jane. All of the opinions are my own and none of the links above are affiliate links because Maine is crazy like that. Any knitting featured in this story was created by one of my talented daughters.
Bubbles is adorable! But, seriously that bag?!! It's awesome! I love the perfect fussy cutting and little details that you added. Bubbles is by far the most stylish little knitter in all the land, dressed to the 't' in her gorgeous Paperie.
ReplyDeleteThis is so cute. This bag is so nice.
ReplyDeleteBubbles is adorable and so very pretty in her paperie!
ReplyDeleteOh the dress!!! And she is so lovely <3 What a sweet, soft little dolly she must be!
ReplyDeleteToo cute! I love the tiny purse, so perfect for a knitting bag. Awesome choice! She would be moving around my house, too.
ReplyDeleteI love the Sizzix dolls! The little bag it the cutest thing!
ReplyDeleteThe thing I love so much about your dolls/softies is the fanciful stories you create for them and the accessories and embellishments that make those stories "real" - The scarf, her knitting WIP, the buttons and lace, THAT BAG!!! Bubbles is so adorable! - chelengeorge
ReplyDeleteWish I had a Sizzix - this doll is SO cute and her accessories are the best! Great job using Amy's fabrics! peks1001(at)yahoo(dot)com
ReplyDeleteAdorable! Thanks for the chance.
ReplyDeleteSo sweet! Would enjoy learning to make that darling doll and dress and oh! That precious bag!! Hope to win!
ReplyDeleteThis doll is so adorable! I am in love with Amy's fabric and so glad to come across your blog now!
ReplyDeleteKatie
kmcmanus526@yahoo.com
Beautiful! And that tiny bag is the cutest thing :)
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh, this is the cutest! Makes me wish I had grandchildren to sew for.
ReplyDeleteoh my! she's lovely! this is the sweetest fabric line & I love what you've done with it
ReplyDeleteLove the fabrics & the doll. The tiny bag is adorable!
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweetie! I love the floral you chose for her dress, so lovely 💗
ReplyDeleteI love this sweet doll! The bag and all the details are adorable. Thank you for sharing your talents with us.
ReplyDeleteHi, I'm new here, but am in love with Bubbles! That sweet little bag is just beyond adorable! Please count me in the drawing.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely adorable!!! Love the bag!!
ReplyDeleteI love the doll and the bag. All the little details are so precious right down to the buttons and the scissors charm zipper pull. So cute!
ReplyDeleteOh your doll and that purse are so darling. Even the big girls would love one. sewfabrics@outlook.com
ReplyDeleteI love this fabric. The little bag is so sweet.
ReplyDeleteGah- that mini bag is amazing! She is a lovely doll and I love her double buns- that was favorite hairstyle for my little girl when her hair was long! Thanks! Sarah: crjandsbj(at)netzero(dot)com
ReplyDeleteHow cute! That little bag is just adorable
ReplyDeleteBubbles outfit and accessory are super cute!
ReplyDeleteThis is absolutely lovely! What a fun "fabric line"! :)
ReplyDeleteShe is adorable! Please enter me in the giveaway I am inspired!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness this is just too cute for words! I wish I could have had an awesome doll and bag like that as a kid! You are so talented!!
ReplyDeleteEliseBaek@gmail.com
Your doll and little purse are to precious!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness!! So very cute!! I love everything in the picture!!! So very creative...that little bag!!!! kogrady@cableone.net
ReplyDeleteOh my this is so adorable! You are inspiring me already.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful doll and the tiny bag is the cutest I have ever seen!
ReplyDeleteThe doll is really cute and I love the little bag you made her!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh, Bubbles is too cute! My daughter would love her!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh, Bubbles is too cute! My daughter would love her!
ReplyDeleteThis is so adorable! Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteBubbles is adorable! My granddaughters would love her and her bag. Thank you for sharing and for the chance to win a charm pack.
ReplyDeleteSo cute! And creative! Thinking about my granddaughter!
ReplyDeleteOh my that mini bag is amazing. I love your project it turned out perfect. Thank you for sharing and the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteThis is just the cutest thing ever! Love this line of fabric.
ReplyDeleteckrutjo @ gmail.com
Bubbles is adorable! Love how you fussy cut the fabric for the bag, and the mini scissors for the zipper pull! I want one of those bags for myself! Thank you for this giveaway. chocolatewiskers@aol.com
ReplyDeleteThat is the most precious thing I've seen in a long time. threadartist4 @ gmail.com
ReplyDeleteMy grandaughters would love this little dolly and her purse.
ReplyDeleteJacqueline Strand
What little girl would not love this adorable doll! Thanks for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteAdorable!!
ReplyDeleteLove your dolly creation! I'd love to try something like this for my own sweet granddaughters. Always love to see these beautiful creations shared with all of us...thanks!
ReplyDeleteGosh!!! What a cute project! Love the bag the best. First time visitor to your blog, but now will be a frequent visitor, I am very impressed.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the chance to win. Hope I do win :o)
Aparna Mulgund
I am amazed by the detailed, neat work you can do on a tiny scale! That is adorable and any little (or big!) girl would LOVE it!! Thanks for sharing and thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteOMG! This is the cutest thing EVER!
ReplyDeleteBubbles is adorable! (My Grandpa used to call me that- such lovely memories that brings back) I'd love to win a charm pack and Bubbles if she is also part of the package!
ReplyDeleteYour bag is amazing!! I could only imagine making something so beautiful!
ReplyDeleteOh my!! Too adorable! Love that mini bag
ReplyDeleteHI,LOVE YOUR BLOG! THANKS FOR SHARING A CHARM PACK OF SWEETNESS!
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Cute! Love that little bag too! Grand daughters would love Bubbles, I want the bag. lol
ReplyDeleteCute! Love that little bag too! Grand daughters would love Bubbles, I want the bag. lol
ReplyDeleteThat is the sweetest little doll and love the little bag. Am loving this line of fabric.
ReplyDeleteSo cute! Bubbles is adorable and with her little travel bag too! Love Bubbles and the lovely Paperie fabric! Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love bubbles! Do you sell these works of art?
ReplyDeleteThe doll and bag are so cute........and love the fabric....thanks for sharing and a chance to win!!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely gorgeous! Seeing this gorgeous doll makes me want to make one. Great choice of fabrics, I love how this range is so versatile. Thank you for your inspiration!
ReplyDeleteWill you also show us how you made her hair - or let us know if there's a tutorial with instructions? Thanks!!
ReplyDeleteWhat sweet doll and bag
ReplyDeleteThat tiny bag is amazing!
ReplyDeleteThat tiny bag is amazing!
ReplyDeleteSo adorable! I can't imagine how you maneuvered that tiny bag especially, in your sewing machine. But turned out great. And that fabric is awesome. Thanks. Cydneegee@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteSo adorable! I can't imagine how you maneuvered that tiny bag especially, in your sewing machine. But turned out great. And that fabric is awesome. Thanks. Cydneegee@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteSo stinking adorable!!! Great info on shrinks no patterns ��!!!
ReplyDeletethis is absolutely adorable, love the mini copilot bag!
ReplyDeletethis is absolutely adorable, love the mini copilot bag!
ReplyDeleteI am obsessed with this fabric, and you made the most adorable things.... that mini bag!! 😍
ReplyDeleteI must say, I have been searching for a doll for my little grand daughter and your Bubbles has to be my favourite. I'm new to your blog and would love info on how I can get your patterns, fabric etc.
ReplyDeleteTammy
Bubbles is so very precious! I love every beautiful little detail she so proudly wears! She is a doll after my own heart. I need to get a Sizzix, I'd love to make your Little Bubbles Doll for my granddaughter : ) I also love Amy's Paperie fabric it is so soft and romantic and her color choices are perfect. XO
ReplyDeleteYour doll is adorable and the details are terrific. I can't wait to give it a try. Thanks so much for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteJust found you through the blog hop. Love this doll and all her details!
ReplyDeleteWhat sweet things your made from Amy's fabric! Absolutely adorable!
ReplyDeleteTha doll is adorable but the bag is to die for, wow
ReplyDeleteOMG that bag is just the cutest!! Just lik Amy's fabric😍
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love your blog and creations! I just started getting into sewing and still a very much beginner! Big fan of your IG page and now here too. Thanks for sharing all your wonderful creativity!!
ReplyDeleteAloha from Hawaii <3
Your doll and Amy's fabric are so precious. Something about them just remind me so much of the things my mom used to sew for me, the precious things she would create. Thanks for sharing this with us, and thank you for the chance to win a bit of Paperie of our own.
ReplyDeleteThe little pink haired doll and dress and bag are just precious!!!
ReplyDeleteThat dress! That bag! So cute, my girls would love her.
ReplyDeleteEverything is SO CUTE!!!
ReplyDeleteEverything is SO CUTE!!!
ReplyDeleteSo cute, and a chance to win, how splendid...
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, she is absolutely adorable. I love all the extra little touches. The details are what set your little Bubbles apart. I especially love her braided buns. Anywho... thanks so much for sharing your talents. They truly are a gift from God.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, she is absolutely adorable. I love all the extra little touches. The details are what set your little Bubbles apart. I especially love her braided buns. Anywho... thanks so much for sharing your talents. They truly are a gift from God.
ReplyDeleteLove what you have created with this beautiful line of fabric!!
ReplyDeleteLove what you have created with this beautiful line of fabric!!
ReplyDeleteShe is so cute and I love her bags too. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteI love Bubbles and her bag....absolutely adorable! I hope to win the fabric and would love the precious doll as a bonus. :)
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely adorable, I love all the little details! So sweet!
ReplyDeletethis is sooo cute my grandaughter would love this doll and bag etc. so yes please for a win of this fabric.
ReplyDeletethis is sooo cute my grandaughter would love this doll and bag etc. so yes please for a win of this fabric.
ReplyDeleteAdore this bag!
ReplyDeleteWhat an adorable little doll. I think my favourite detail is the infinity scarf.
ReplyDeleteBeyond adorable!!! Perfect project for these lovely, feminine fabrics.
ReplyDeleteWhat an adorable doll! Love the beautiful fabric.
ReplyDeleteThat is the sweetest dolly and bag ever. I love this fabric line too.
ReplyDeleteSo sweet!!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely adorable! These fabrics are so sweet!!
ReplyDeleteMy goodness... That doll is beyond sweet! And I love her little bag, too. Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeletenice bag. would like to follow your blog but i dont know how to
ReplyDeleteI am love Amy's new new line, and your doll showcases her fabrics beautifully! Great job. Please count me in for the draw:)
ReplyDeleteI love this doll and wish I had a Sizzix machine, just so I can make it!
ReplyDeleteoh my that little bag is too cute!
ReplyDeleteKaren @ createdandbeautiful@gmail.com
Bubbles is adorable! You are very talented. Thanks!
ReplyDeletePlease click on the delaineelliott above for my email link.
My grand daughter would love bubbles.
ReplyDeleteI am totally in love with this doll and her wee small bag! I am a new Grandma, and am quilting and sewing again for my granddaughter! Thank you for sharing your craft! I LOVE this!!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE the little bag!💕
ReplyDeleteWhat a darling use for the fabrics. The bag is an added bonus!
ReplyDeleteWendy
What a darling project! Thanks for a chance to win!!!
ReplyDeleteDon't know which is cuter - Bubbles or her little bag. Well done!
ReplyDeleteThis is so adorable!! Where did you find that pair of scissors?
ReplyDeleteSo cute! Sweet details in sweet fabric. I love the mini bag too. Thank you for the tips on reducing a pattern to a smaller size.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness cuteness overload!!! I love, love, love the doll and the wee bag!!!
ReplyDeleteSo cute !! Just found your blog and I am looking forward to seeing the past postings. Would love to be added in the raffle. Thank you
ReplyDeleteLoooove your Doll & her Bag!! AWESOME!!!! the fabrics are Gorgeous too! Thanks so much for chance to win your Give-a-way!!! :)
ReplyDeleteI just love this line of fabric, just so sweet. Love the doll and the purse is just too cute.
ReplyDeleteSwooning over this precious little doll!! I love her SO very much. Thanks for the chance to win. .... ah, THAT DOLL! (sigh)
ReplyDeleteWhat a delightful doll and travel bag you have made! Absolutely awesome! Thanks for the chance to win the fabric- I'd love it!
ReplyDeleteI love the scissors charm on the zipper pull! So great. Katie Laughlin
ReplyDeleteThat is just the cutest thing ever! I especially love the tiny purse.
ReplyDeleteCould this dolly and bag be any cuter? LOVE everything about her!
ReplyDeleteBubbles is adorable! Love her bag.
ReplyDeletekerry, I absolutely love Bubbles and her accessories and I thank you so much for showcasing Paperie fabrics so awesomely! xoxo amy
ReplyDeleteBubbles and her bag, how cute does it get. You have made the best use of this fabric line for sure!!
ReplyDeleteBubbles is delightful! Thanks so much for sharing this!
ReplyDeleteThe little bag is just too adorable. She is amazing.
ReplyDeleteThank you for explaining how you made the bag. I don't quite understand the bit about the seam allowance. Do you cut it off of the pattern pieces before you shrink them down?
ReplyDeleteThe doll is adorable. I just love the dress and that sweet tiny bag. Too cute.
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful! Could not write anything else! Just beautiful!
ReplyDeleteBest Regards,
Nani L.
This is such a fun stitch, I really like the bag with the scissors attached. x
ReplyDeleteI don't now how this could get any cuter.
ReplyDeleteYou are incredibly creative! The infinity scarf and mini bag just made me gasp when I saw them! This fabric collection is so sweet.
ReplyDeleteHow adorable!! The mini bag is just too cute, and Bubbles even knits.
ReplyDeleteThat little bag is so sweet!
ReplyDeleteKerry
ReplyDeleteToo cute is that bag MINI.........I love it and thanks so much for the pinnie tutorial. So feminine.
Wow, this truly is the cutest tiny bag ever! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteOMG, absolutely the cutest!
ReplyDeleteIain.ross30 at gmail dot com
So Cute. Love to win!
ReplyDeleteWhat a darling doll. Love the fabric. Signed up for your newsletter!
ReplyDeletenikilsend(at)outlook(dot)com
Oh my gosh, Bubbles and her bag are SOOOO cute! Thanks and God bless! ILuvTheEucharist (at) aol.com
ReplyDeleteThat's the cutest thing I've ever seen! Excellent job!
ReplyDeleteBubbles is so adorable! She's very stylish, too, with her bag!
ReplyDeletePaperie is the top of my favorite new fabric list. I am a doll maker/pet maker/quilt and bag maker ... I make everything. LOL I love Bubbles. She is so sweet and her little bag and dress are absolutely perfect!! Thanks for sharing.
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