9 Crafts For Your 18″ American Girl Dolls

January 30, 2015 by Larissa Coleman

If you have a little girl in your home, you have probably heard of the popularity of the 18″ American Girl Dolls. There are so many to choose from that you can have them look almost exactly like your own little one, and have matching clothes as well.

Each of these 18inch dolls or American girls can also come with its own wardrobe, accessories, and furniture. All of this can add up to be quite expensive when purchasing it from the retail store, but if you channel your inner crafter, you can make any of this (plus more) on your own and save a lot of money.

Here are just 9 ideas we found to get you started in making clothes for your American girl dolls. Some of these patterns are perfect for kids to make clothing for their own dolls or for adults to help to make outfits for the dolls too. You can make holiday outfits and costumes too.

1- Tablet DIY from Fun With AG Fan

2- Bathroom from American Girl Doll At Play

3- DIY Doll Bed from From Dahlias To Doxies

4- School Furniture from Busy Kids Happy Mom

5- Duck Tape Backpack from Doll Diaries

6- Uneven Bars from Arts and Crafts For Your American Girl Doll

7- Music Stand from Doll Diaries

8- Button Bracelet from American Girl Fan

9- Tent and Sleeping Bag from The Frugal Crafter

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