Miniature dolls

 For this project we were asked to make a collection of miniature garments  we were told that we could display them on any doll or even hangers of our choice. I chose Barbie because the doll behind the name has been an icon in fashion for many years now, and as I was inspired by the 50's for my first two dolls, so I decided that the Barbie would suit that style the best.

The process of making the mini garments was limited but at the same time more doors were open, this was because I now had a much wider choice of fabrics as only a small amount was needed.  However the fact that the clothes had to be so small became an obstacle because I was now limited to what I could sew on the sewing machine and what had to be hand stitched, I also had to consider embellishment, what would I use, that would be in the correct proportions?

 I learnt that the process of reducing pattern pieces is not as hard as it looks and I will definatley use this technique again for a future project. My creative thoughts were very productive after the first two dolls, as the next two dolls were created by improvising with various fabrics and samples on the actual doll.








The images below and to the right are close ups of the stitching on the garments,   its very small and fine so extra care has to be taken whilst stitching so that it's neat and looks professional.