This is one of the easiest and tackiest things I've ever made for a Blythe. I'd say it's one of the tackiest things I've ever made, period, but helloooo, Chickenpants! Diana Vreeland once said something like, "A dash of tackiness is like a dash of paprika." Agreed. Tacky can be fun. But I digress.
Here's what you'll need:
- Polar fleece
- Thread
- Needle
- This pattern
- Scissors
- Sewing machine (totally optional)
Here's how you do it.
Download and print out two copies of the pattern.
Download the Blythe Snuggie Pattern Here
Cut out the pattern pieces, and then cut out your fabric. Remember to cut two sleeve pieces.
Yeah, I'm using a rotary cutter, not scissors. That's because
Place the main pattern piece over the main fabric piece. You might want to pin it in place so it doesn't shift. Poke the arm slits with scissors, or a small rotary cutter if you have one.
Sew a hem around all 4 edges of the main pattern piece. Be sure to backtack, so your seams don't come undone.
Sew a hem on the bottom edge of each sleeve piece.
Fold the sleeve in half, and sew a straight line on the long open end.
To attach the sleeve, poke your finger through the arm slit. Put the sleeve on your finger. Then, pin the sleeve into place. (Not on your finger, silly.)
Finally, stitch the arm into place with a needle and thread.
That's it! You're done!
Now the fun begins.
Snuggly, spinster-y fun.
20 comments:
I resent the sprinster-y image that Snuggies have. And not only because I'm snuggled up in one right now. :D
Ha ha! Well, mark me down as a spinster too, then. They're so darn snuggly! ^_^
How big is this doll. My daughter is getting an "American Girl" (knockoff) for Christmas. Would it fit her?
Erin
Blythe dolls are about 12" tall - similar to a Barbie. American Girls are much larger, right?
Spinster-y or not, this is just the cutest thing ever! I think I just might need to a Blythe doll to my collection!
This is so flippin' cute! Love, love, love! :)
I have that apple printed waffle fabric the first blythe is wearing as pants! bwahahahha! That makes me feel awesome. my blythes are def. getting snuggies for thanksgiving!
Want to know something weird? I tried to make a pair of pajama pants for myself out of the same fabric. It did not go well! :P
Thank you!
Aw, thanks! ^_^ You totally should get a Blythe...they're so much fun!
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I'd love any recommendations on where I can buy a Blythe. They are SO cute but I've only found $200+ on Ebay, etc. Do you have any suggestions?
Hmmm. I've only bought them from Ebay, so I don't really know. I hear you can get deals sometimes on the This is Blythe message boards. Sometimes there are deals to be had on used Blythes on Ebay as well. Hope this helps! Best wishes on your Blythe acquiring!
Hmm, if a real Blythe is too expensive try searching for Blybe or Basaak in ebay to find the clones being made. You can get a doll for $35 or so with the shipping. :)
Wow. Uh, please don't do that. Knock offs are never a good idea. (Or maybe that's just a sore spot for me, as a toymaker.) :)
You are a genius!!! These are the perfect mix of funny and cute. I can't wait to whip some of these up. Thank you so much for sharing!! Love your little Blythe couch too. xo
I now absolutely NEED a Blythe, so I can make her a snuggie! I love all the step by step photos. Maybe I'll modify the pattern and make one for my Mego Wonder Woman :)
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This is too darn cute! I'm going to have to buy a Blythe soon!
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