Pattern Hack: Starlight Gala Blossom Mash Up! Mix and Match Patterns

[@LorineTaylor]

I learned from my mother, when she was sewing clothes for my sisters & I, that you can use a bodice from one pattern & a skirt from another & sleeves from yet another to make clothes look the way you want them.

[@DottiG-eg6pd]

Mixing patterns to create something new always gives me an extra feeling of accomplishment.

[@maryc3559]

Being able to mixup pattern pieces is a fun way to express your personal creativity

[@colleens.6694]

I like combining pattern pieces together to make more custom outfits for the dolls that can then serve a particular historical doll period better. Thanks for all you do, Pixie Faire!

[@ramonaduncan2151]

Definitely part of the fun of sewing is being able to change and combine patterns to come up with a new design, whether for dolls or for "real people" 🙂

[@mikebuell4150]

The explanation was helpful about all of the details on attaching the bodice correctly so that the zipper will fit well.

[@MargaretBargerstock]

what a novel idea of mixing and matching pattern piece...gives one almost limitless choices

[@janiceschenck4583]

Both of these patterns are so cute, and there are many options for re-designing elements of the original design. Love it!

[@moeb2619]

I bought a child's dress at a thrift store with the idea of making a formal dress for the doll. Now I know exactly what to do with it! Thanks, Cinnamon!

[@judithmartinez4404]

It's so helpful to know how to analyze two patterns to see if combining them would be simple or not.

[@KateShannon-sl2gv]

I love doing mash-ups! And I love working with natural fibers! It's great to see such a concise explanation with such beautiful results with a natural fiber mash-up!

[@sn0wflakelaw]

I love learning about how to use patterns in a different way.

[@PatriciaBrands-tm7mz]

Thanks for reminding me that hand-stitching is part of "couture" - time intensive but worth the effort for a high end look!

[@barbarapratt7463]

Seeing how different patterns can be combined inspires me to look at patterns I own and see if I can come up with different combinations for different looks. Thank you!

[@juliacogburn2435]

Love this mash up! Looks so much better than the original Starlight Gala.

[@donnalandreth589]

I didn’t realize that there could be different pattern hacks on one pattern. Thanks for the video. Enjoyed it.❤

[@cpkdiana]

I’m happy to see I’m not the only one who does this pattern hack. I make patterns to sell and oftentimes I take several different pattern pieces from several different patterns to make something new.

[@CynthiaPrince-od7lt]

I like watching tutorials as I make the outfit, I find little tips I didn't know! This is a cute mash up.

[@MaryMartin-b1h]

It's nice to learn how to mix patterns to create new designs.

[@annmorris1708]

I didn't realize how easy it is to mash patterns together for a new look. I plan to take a closer look at my patterns for compatible patterns to combine. Thank you for the inspiration.

[@SewingWithCinnamon]

You can do it!

[@damicotommie8331]

I love the idea of getting more than one “look” from a pattern. I may try this when I make my next American Girl doll dress.

[@eclaws13]

Mixing up patterns gives you an unlimited amount of outfits with only a few patterns

[@rosemariedenney7191]

I like altering an existing pattern for a different look. Dropping the waist on a pattern and then attaching the skirt is an easy change to make. Also making a top out of lace from one pattern and placing it over the strapless bodice of another for lining creates a fancy look.

[@Sue-qw9ln]

I don't think I have ventured into mashing to patterns like this before. Maybe this will be a goal for 2023.

[@kellypilkinton3865]

I love the succinct instructions. And I love the pattern hack, and how all of the seams are finished and professional in appearance. Thanks for this pattern hack.

[@bevhiler5930]

What a great tutorial on combining different pattern pieces together for a great new look.

[@kimberlychidsey7562]

It’s fun to combine pieces to make different looks

[@teenabaucke-rients781]

This was a great combination. I love the skirt to Opening Night, and the upper bodice to Hello, Oscar--and think that when combined they will make a terrific new dress.

[@junevanover7337]

I love mixing patterns. I also like your pattern hacks and use them quite often.

[@charissadeuser8374]

So many fun finishing fabrics like ribbon and bias

[@piroskab9534]

I love this! The idea of mixing and matching pattern pieces never occured to me!

[@johnsowin1202]

The mashup is great. I love learning how to be creative mixing patterns. Very inspiring.

[@florence9924]

I loved mixing patterns when I sewed for my kids so now I know it'll work with the doll patterns too! Thank you!

[@sewbig]

Nice video to reference how to sew these dresses in general. I mash all the time and keep a file of my favorite sleeves, collars, bodices and pants patterns for reference.

[@dawnjetchick8706]

Ironically I just cleaned and re-organized my sewing room for 2023 and set aside fabric to make this very dress. Plan to sew it this week. Trying to get a head start on my New Year resolutions.

[@lorineilson8984]

Love the dresses (the originals and the Mash Up! dress.)

[@mendycrumpton6692]

I like the original more but loved watching the process of how you made it.

[@MARIANPEOPLES]

I like using hacks, since I use slopers to design my patterns as you do, I have done this techniques frequently . Thanks for sharing this with everyone.

[@rosemariedenney7191]

Love putting mesh or chiffon over the fabric for a fancier look. I use the bodice pattern to cut out the chiffon overlay. I use the bodice pattern for the lining as well but cut away the straps to get the strapless under bodice look. You give very good instructions on how to modify an existing pattern. Very well explained.

[@cynthiaconley1039]

what a great way to get the most from your patterns. I like getting different looks from them.

[@rebeccahill7850]

Very clever! How fun to change things up a little. It’s a beautiful dress either way.

[@debbietrapp2119]

That is adorable! The blue dress is very similar to a dress I had when I was about 14. I loved that dress.

[@molliebradford4435]

I love pattern hacks! I do things like this often. Personally I haven’t ever sewn special occasion dresses, so I doubt I’ll try this one, but I love the beautiful looks!

[@diannelihan6670]

I haven't made this particular dress, but I often mix and match collars, sleeves, etc. from other patterns. Fun and sometimes challenging.

[@patbrownfield9897]

Thanks for the video. I like that you point out how swapping bodices can effect to skirt length.

[@LindaNovakovich]

What a wonderful idea. Can't wait to try it. I am so glad to find these tips and hacks on KZbin!

[@SueD.]

Pretty dresses. I like how you can mix and match the pattern pieces to make these variations. Thanks for the tips. I am inspired to try this.

[@pattygennario5845]

I’m always mashing up patterns to get the look I want for an outfit!

[@vickiavery7686]

Great idea to combine the two patterns to create a new look.

[@orymonster6082]

I like doing mash ups like this a lot. I also lengthen bodice pieces to make blouses using dress patterns.

[@charissadeuser8374]

I am learning many new ideas from your tutorials

[@GmarocksCasoppia]

oooo what a wonderful idea for mixing small dress bodice's. I do this for adult patterns, but didn't think of it for dolls. Thanks !!

[@sharonantoszyk6715]

This is great! I have always wondered how people mash up patterns to create a different look. I will have to give this a try!!

[@helenamataev1017]

Thank you for this video. Mixing and combining the patterns is a very creative way of making outfits.

[@barbarapratt7463]

I've done this a few times since first watching your videos and it works beautifully!

[@SandyStave]

Love hacking! I have a favorite semi-full skirt pattern that I love to interchange with other skirt patterns for dresses.

[@melodyrosegames4U]

Tips for netting really help!

[@annmorris1708]

Love the overlay on the bodice.

[@MargaretJohnson]

Like the idea of interchanging patterns for pattern hack

[@juliefisher9038]

One of my favorite videos. I learned a lot about combining the patterns I have.

[@amytilson3774]

I have combined patterns many times for people clothes but haven't tried it for doll clothes. Thanks for the ideas to give it a try!

[@ellfabri]

I probably won't do this mashup as I love the starlight dress as is. But reading the post I didn't realize how many pattern hacks there are and I will definitely give some a try!

[@dianadimascio4165]

I had been doing this to create costumes for my nieces. Never thought to apply it to my doll clothes.

[@melindacieslinski3751]

I would have never come up with that on my own!! What a great pattern hack - you guys are the best!! Thank you ;)

[@pattizoellick]

I love combining a variety of pattern pieces from different patterns together to make different outfits. I have a difficult time sewing with sheer/netting fabrics so I'm not sure I would attempt this challenge but it is a lovely sewing hack. Thank you for sharing and wishing you and the Pixie Faire family and Happy New Year!

[@NSutherland-us5ti]

I'm experienced at mashing up patterns - use whatever pattern it takes to make the look you want! This comes in especially handy when trying to make girl/doll look alike dresses!

[@ashleyien1222]

Very good and detailed explanation. I've mixed and matched a couple of patterns before. I like the Peplum Top and have matched that bodice to a couple of different bottoms. It's fun to mix and match. It gives many more options.

[@bethpinterich4052]

I would make this dress. Love the turquoise version!

[@kellyrighter4632]

Adorable! I would love to make that for my granddaughter's dolls.

[@miladyeowyn6]

This looks fun. I haven’t tried to combine patterns like this and it sounds fun to try.

[@Marjorywilkin]

Very inspiring mash-up, as I enjoy combining patterns to get the look I want.

[@grace.c-a]

I love this mash-up! Definitely something I want to try this year. :)

[@kristenmulvaney4083]

What a fun idea! I love the Starlight Gala but haven't made it yet. This inspired me to try different combinations.

[@deborahp3394]

The dress mash up is cute. I might make this dress at some point, the Pixie Faire kits are lovely.

[@sally06301]

I would love to make one of these someday once I feel more confident with my sewing skills.

[@MrLmfaenza]

Love this. I’m not that creative. So, thanks for the suggestion. I would not have even thought of this.

[@lisacutten5573]

Thanks, Cinnamon, I enjoyed the tutorial and occasionally mix and match and/or modify pattern pieces. I haven't worked with mesh fabric, but I'm inspired by your tute and will give it a try.

[@allisontappan5557]

I love the mashup!! I will not be making this specific dress, but I love the idea of combining 2 patterns together! I did this with actually quite a few patterns in order to make a mini version of a choir performance dress for my doll and it is very fun!

[@candyjohnson7323]

Cinnamon's hacks are great

[@SK-jy5gs]

I love mixing patterns up!

[@deedeebles]

I like this look of combining the two patterns. I would love to try doing this myself and checking out the other Mash ups to try.

[@lindaditgen2894]

I love your mash up. I am going to look at my patterns and try and come up with something unique.

[@donnalandreth589]

I have learned something new . Mom taught me how to sew, but we never got into the pattern hacks. Thank you for the video and Happy New Year yo you.❤️😘

[@nanetteseale7866]

You explain things so clearly. Thank you!

[@LaurieESW]

I love how mashing up patterns makes unique outfits. Thanks for always inspiring us to try something new.

[@GraceLang-2003]

This looks like a fun dress to make. I wish it was in BFC ink doll size. Thanks for the video

[@carolnothstein5656]

Things like this make me want to try other patterns I have. Thanks

[@crystalguyer2221]

I don't care for that particular mash-up but I've been doing what's currently called mash-up for many years (I always called it "the switcheroo"). I love taking sleeves from one design, a skirt from another design, and a bodice from a third design to create my one-of-a-kind creation.

[@suesnape3201]

I have mashed up patterns to varying degrees of success. Hand walking the seam lines helps to determine if different patterns will fit together

[@NancyCuritti]

I love the 2 outfits.

[@bamagirlie72]

Combining different patterns together always lets you try new looks. Thank you Pixie Faire staff and Happy New 2023 !

[@martycox8286]

I love being able to be creative by changing the patterns this way for a new look for an outfit. Thank you for the inspirations you give us!

[@lindareynolds2599]

Thank you! I still have trouble following a regular pattern, but it's nice to see how we can change patterns.

[@marthaschaum9997]

Beautiful Dress. This video gives me some ideas for mixing patterns I have and creating new designs from them.

[@kellye9129]

Thank you for this tutorial! Lots of creative possibilities!

[@denamotz6926]

I don't have either of these patterns, so I won't be making this particular combination. However, this video has inspired me to look through the patterns I have and see what combinations I can make.

[@kathithisissocutewhatagrea152]

I saw these tips before which enhanced and help sell what I created.

[@pmcknight12]

So Creative. Really cute. 😍🥰

[@cynthiabranam882]

Great idea, I've taken a break from sewing and plan to try this out this year.

[@HelenWebb-xo5lh]

I need to try this pattern hack. Your hacks are always so neat!