Alivia Dress 18" Doll Clothes Pattern

Alivia Dress 18 inch & 14.5 inch

Last review gave it a 4 star but afer all night trying to figure it out, I finally got it, which may or may not be a good thing. Couldn't stop sewing. I also matched their slip on shoes from Miche Designs

Alivia Dress

This was a fairly easy sew. I like the design because it is a bit different. I prefer a lined bodice which I did for this dress, but it added complications and I don't think it was necessary.

Cute dress and pattern

I bought this pattern because I liked the gored skirt and placket on the bodice. It also allows for different fabric and trim choices. I've been sewing for 40+ years but found the instructions for adding bias tape at the neckline to finish it difficult to follow; I gave up on the bias tape and created a lining for the bodice instead. I have an older chubby AG Doll, so I added 1/4' to the CB bodice and skirt. Still glad I bought the pattern and will make the dress again.