I made a dress for one of the Gotz dolls. I was upset when I found the pattern too big in the bodice. It was made from the AG bodice sloper used in Pattern Academy. I had to alter the bodice so it fit Anna.
I was drawn to the pattern as I loved the yoke on the front. I chose to make mine from the same fabric as the dress and add a bit of lace to it.
In the end, the dress turned out okay and it gave me food for thought.
I would like to make the dress pattern again for the American Girl dolls as it is cute. I need to make sure the bodice pattern has the seam allowances on it for the AG dolls.
To make it again for the Gotz dolls, I will use a bodice pattern I have and alter it so the yoke fits.
When making the dress for the Gotz dolls, I will make the gathered skirt less full. It was too much using what was recommended. It will be fine for the AG dolls.
The pattern comes with sleeves and I hope to make a dress for the AG dolls that has the sleeves in it.
I have to remember that the pattern was free and not tested. I should have made sure the bodice fit the Gotz dolls before cutting out the pattern. I have shop towels for that. I know finding a good bodice pattern for the Gotz dolls is hard and have to remember to check all patterns when I download them. I am a stickler for fit.
In the end, the pattern is really nice and will be a great addition for the AG dolls. I take full responsibility of not checking the pattern to see if it fit the Gotz dolls.
Happy Doll Sewing.....................................................................
