Pink Lemonade Doll Tutorial and Free Pattern

Hi Friends! I'm excited to show you my process for making dolls. I started making these dolls after seeing them on Martha Stewart years ago. The idea and template came from Emily Martin and they were her "Black Apple Dolls". See the original Martha Stewart post below.
I have been making them for years and have figured out some tips and tricks along the way. Over the years I've adjusted the template with different hair styles, felt flower and clothing extras. You can find the link with my updated free template below.
My FREE TEMPLATE: tessiefay.com/2019-5-15-pink-...
ORIGINAL POST AND TEMPLATE FOR BLACK APPLE DOLLS FROM MARTHA STEWART: www.marthastewart.com/264299/...
PINK LEMONADE FABRIC:
www.windhamfabrics.net/php/fab...
TESSIE FAY WEBSITE:
www.tessiefay.com

[@skerr4411]

So cute…thank you for the free pattern! Great donations for Operation Christmas Child ❤️

[@gisellecardoso00]

Hi! Thanks for bringing us this cuteness. I would like to suggest that instead of closing the doll by the head, leave the opening in the leg part. This will make the head rounder and the seam hidden at the back of the legs. God bless your work.

[@sasisasasisa6195]

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[@heleneikerenkotter2950]

I have sewn numerous bears and stuffed toys and never close the rounded head areas. No rounded areas ever. We generally start away from a rounded area , and use the ladder stitch for all closures. I never place stuffed appendages inside when sewing around the body of the doll or bear. Everything is sewn in place , right side to right side , legs and arms placed in position as directed .I never stuff arms and legs prior and try to include them in the body of the doll or bear when sewing the larger portion . I sew the body and head area. Arms and legs sewn with small areas left open posteriorly . The tops of the legs and arms will be left open to pull right side out before including them in the side dress seam. In this particular pattern , enclosing all the appendages inside the body and head.This is a small doll and requires a lot of work and time. I want my doll to look as lovely as I can make her. Time is precious and materials can be very expensive depending on what you are using and making. Hope this method makes sense. It really is easy , but the result is very nice.

[@emiliapereira9654]

Me gustan son lindas, gracias por compartir mil bendiciones amén 🙏❤❤

[@carolg.6838]

Thanks! So cute. I have a 3 year old neighbor girl I might make one for and customize it with a longer dress and sleeves. Reminds me of those long ago rag dolls that had a sleeping face and an awake face. I can do that with your pattern and make one side with a flannel nightgown and the other with a dress. I think they were topsy turvy or something but this can just be 2-sided. Your video was great and so cheerful. I'd like to see more little sewing project videos.

[@sherryfaires7931]

Thank you so much! Years ago I made some of the black apple dolls for little twin girls in the family! I had forgotten where I got the pattern, but thanks for reminding me. It was from the Martha Stewart show! They were adorable then and just as adorable now! I love your pink lemonade version, too! I have some new little girls to sew some for!

[@TessieFayDesign]

You’re so welcome Sherry! Happy sewing!

[@francesreed4226]

Love, love, love it!

[@janettejohnson8345]

this is so cute and i am sure my Granddaughters will love her thank you for the pattern

[@lindababe82]

Hi from Indonesia...Thankyou for sharing..love it♥️

[@suejanebolt7649]

I love your dolls. I love the tutorials, so clear and precise. I also love the way you take your time and talk with such a sweet voice instead of just rushing through. Thank you for the free pattern. I appreciate it.

[@TessieFayDesign]

You're so welcome Sue!!

[@andreamurphy7223]

Cutest little doll. Thanx so much.

[@domitilajuarez9416]

Hermoso Thanks for sharing You explain very well🥰

[@margaretmckay8948]

So cute and easy with your great tutorial. Thank you

[@floraandthread9883]

Great tutorial! Thanks for sharing!

[@madijaz]

Thank you so much for this tutorial! I’ve been trying to figure out how to hand sew limbs on a doll without doing a ladder stitch on the outside! You’re awesome!!!!

[@craftstudio52]

Thanks for this tutorial! I love these dolls. I can't wait to make them :)

[@janicebeare8127]

You make it look so easy!

[@meenarathore9497]

I love your stitching and your friend

[@annetteellis4188]

Thanks for this awesome tutorial. I love your pink lemonade material line. Great job!

[@TessieFayDesign]

Thank you so much Annette!

[@sandraarrington881]

She is just too cute Thankyamuch for the pattern

[@jdimich100]

Very nicely done, thank you

[@jorjahael8724]

Omg these are so cute. Thank you

[@ssprout8209]

So cute.....very inforamative.....thank you....

[@ananiasolivares3621]

Hermoso proyecto gracias ❤️

[@hadasaatelier7198]

Beautiful dolls thank you

[@esperanzaibarra6755]

💗💗💗 recién encontré este canal y me encantaron las hermosísimas muñequitas felicidades y saludos

[@tiaimchen3906]

Very beautiful...❤❤

[@priscillacummings4780]

Nice tutorial..thanks! Quite helpful..

[@marymarciavieira]

E muito Linda esta boneca 👏👏❤

[@bunny4ever62]

This is the best little rag doll I’ve seen yet! Especially for a beginner like myself. I made my granddaughter a stuffed baby and it was a mess. Lol. Lucky for me she’s only six months old haha. I’m definitely going to make another using this tutorial. She turned out perfect! Thank you for sharing! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@TessieFayDesign]

You're so welcome! So happy to hear you enjoyed it!

[@emiliapereira9654]

Me gusta.mucho.gracias.por.la.clase

[@windlessoriginals1150]

Thank you

[@loubnaamari9762]

I love it 😍😍

[@verateixeira8629]

lindo seus trabalhos

[@katerinamiller5376]

My daughter and I had so much fun making this! Thank you for the awesome tutorial!

[@TartantazCreates]

Hi there, thank you for the free template and very informative video. I am planning to also make a bigger rag doll and individual clothes but this will also be fun to make too. So I plan to make this while I am waiting on my supplies ;) she will make awesome Christmas presents T x

[@user-nr3by6kg5r]

Thank you very much♥♥

[@silvanabracamonte693]

Thank you!

[@ananiasolivares3621]

Thanks ❤️

[@sarahsmith3842]

Thank you so much for this :) X

[@rosacortez8331]

Très joly poupée merci beaucoup !!!!!!

[@gallerytetron4185]

Very very nice👏👏👏👏

[@shelleyvonletkemann6659]

Your video is excellent . You have such a nice presence Instruct very clearly . That you for a fun and happy activity 😍

[@dorenebickford3041]

You said that you double pin so you would remember NOT to keep sewing. Here is a hint that I found very useful for that.....I use only RED pins! When I see a RED pin, I know when to stop and start. I do NOT use them anywhere else in my sewing...just for starting and stopping.

[@beverlyerskine6053]

I was just browsing for an easy and simple doll pattern and came across yours which I very much interested in. A part from the felt what other type of materials you use

[@tessiesnow6571]

I’m so glad to hear you liked the tutorial! The fabric on the doll is all 100% cotton… quilting cottons :) except for the felt for the hair. The stuffing is polyester I believe and can be bought at any craft store.

[@thequiltedmule]

I can see many of those awesome little dolls in my future!!! I saw a video from Fat Quarter Shop that featured you and your awesome fabric line. I'm in love with your fabrics and those little dolls. I am a quilter so I love your fresh fabric line. Blessings Kristie

[@TessieFayDesign]

Thank you so much! I am so glad you loved the dolls and the new fabric line. It truly has been a dream come true!

[@dinoracristinaguerrasantos4866]

❤❤❤

[@raniafarghali2323]

Like Molly & Mike like Molly's textiles doll on the closet in American tele film

[@Sandy-ot5tc]

Hi Tessie, I love this doll I’m just starting to make my first doll for my granddaughter if you do have a free pattern but I’m having trouble downloading it. It says it’s not available. Is it still available somewhere else? Thanks.

[@TessieFayDesign]

Hi Sandy! Sorry you were having trouble finding the pattern. Try this direct link: tessiefay.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/DollTemplatePinkLemonade2.pdf

[@mrandmrsfranz]

These are lovely. How tall are they please?

[@TessieFayDesign]

About 14 inches :)

[@mariabarrera4941]

Sew cute❤️

[@bircanbilici8766]

Muhteşem

[@leiapiva5793]

Muito lindas que tescido e esse que vc usa ora cabecinha

[@gjop-xm2xe]

How much would I sell these for

[@JesusisLordandSavior333]

Where can I find the template ? Thank you

[@tessiesnow6571]

You can find the link right in the video description! If you’re on a mobile device you might need to click the carrot in the upper right corner :)

[@TessieFayDesign]

tessiefay.com/2019-5-15-pink-lemonade-dolls-free-pattern-and-tutorial/

[@FluteLoops59]

Black Apple Dolls:)

[@TessieFayDesign]

Yes! I learned how to make these from the Black Apple Dolls on Martha Stewart years ago! I talked about that on my website in the original post, but I realized that I hadn't mentioned it here. Thanks so much for the reminder! I've updated the text under the video to include the original Black Apple post and I'll be updating the video soon :)

[@neidegomes5839]

😍❤🌹

[@mrsem4374]

I have tried to get the template twice by registering my email, as required, but unfortunately no template has arrived----:(

[@TessieFayDesign]

Sorry you were having trouble downloading the template. Feel free to send an email to [e-mail] and we'd be happy to look into it!

[@TessieFayDesign]

Hi! I'm so sorry you were having trouble getting the template. I've since updated the post so you no longer have to put in an email address. You can find it here: tessiefay.com/2019-5-15-pink-lemonade-dolls-free-pattern-and-tutorial/

[@Noreenlee1]

Wouldn't it be easier not to see the back of the embroidery if you used a piece of batting cut the same size as the front of the head?

[@TessieFayDesign]

That's a great idea Noreen! Love it ❤

[@ruthtompson2314]

Can you make a boy with this pattern

[@joanluntz5356]

Why would put rice in the bottom of the doll?

[@TessieFayDesign]

The rice helps to weigh down the doll a bit. Adding rice helps them to sit up a little better. But it’s completely optional! 😁

[@EstherChapman118]

where is the free pattern

[@TessieFayDesign]

The link is in the video description :) tessiefay.com/2019-5-15-pink-lemonade-dolls-free-pattern-and-tutorial/

[@Renny915]

Oh! This is incrible , Wonderful, I'm brasilian ,l do not stend you ☹🤦‍♀️