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Victorian Ribbon Embroidery
For Dolls
Included are simple instructions for silk ribbon embroidery and a pattern and embroidery key for a hat and jacket for a 23" to 24" doll. Also included is a pattern for the dress, slip and pantaloons to complete the outfit.  Instructions on how to make a darling butterfly out of lace is also included.
 #VRED - $11.00
Fitting & Costuming an Antique Doll
For those who would like to be finished by Lunch!"
  This booklet is especially written for those who would like to create costumes for their own dolls or for extra income and want efficient, workable methods for fitting designing and constructing beautiful, suitable garments in reasonable period of time.  Many drawings & illustrations to help you choose the correct style, fabric and trim for your doll's figure, period and type.  Drawings to show you how to cut & fit a basic pattern, varieties of sleeves, skirts 7 bodices, as well as trims, collars, bonnets & under clothing. Meant as an inspiration for those who have tried and been unsatisfied with the results or for those who have been afraid to try their first doll dress.
Polly #1 - $7.25 each
"Fitting & Costuming Babies and Toddlers
Antique and Collectable"
This booklet is especially for those dressing all kinds of baby & toddler dolls (children about one year).  It is meant as a continuation of booklet #1, but can be used alone if you are a satisfied seamstress.
Polly #2 - $7.25 each
"Designing and Constructing French & German Dresses for Girl Dolls 1880 to 1920"
Also a continuation of Booklet #1, but gives much specific instruction on using a basic pattern to "build" a beautiful dress.  Many dresses shown and much help for designing your own.
Polly #3 - $7.25 each
 
 
All three Polly Booklets for $20.00
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