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Author Archives: Kristin Rutten

September

Help us choose our next Thrifty Thursday freebie!

Just for fun, we thought we’d try something a little different for this week’s Thrifty Thursday offer and let YOU help us decide which pattern to include in our weekly offer!

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May

Take 5: Made Using Matilda’s Closet Patterns

Five fun handmade doll outfits found on Etsy … made using Matilda’s Closet patterns!

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March

How to Make A Doll-Sized Telescope

Nurture your doll’s interest in astronomy by making a doll-sized toy telescope from CPVC pipe!

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August

It’s our Third Anniversary Weekend … Time for a Sale-A-Bration!

Matilda Jo Originals is celebrating our Third Anniversary in the doll pattern publishing business with a big Sale-A-Bration, including 3 special offers & a giveaway with 3 prizes!

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June

Take 5: Tips for Sewing with Fold-Over Elastic (FOE)

Five helpful tips for sewing with fold-over elastic, otherwise known as “FOE.”

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$Free printable sewing chart for fraction-to-decimal conversions$

June

Free Printable Sewing Chart: Fraction-to-Decimal Conversions

A handy free printable chart to help with converting your sewing measurements from fractions to decimals!

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November

Take 5: Handy Sewing Reference Charts to Save & Print

Five handy reference charts you’ll find yourself referring to again and again when sewing for dolls!

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October

Take 5: Made Using Matilda’s Closet Patterns

Five fun handmade doll outfits found on Etsy … made using Matilda’s Closet patterns!

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September

How to Use Crochet Thread for Easier Gathering

Gather fabric the quick and easy way using this sewing tutorial from Matilda Jo Originals!

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September

How to Use Make an Easy No-Zipper Doll Bed Mattress

Make an easy no-zipper mattress for your 14- to 15-inch doll with this sewing tutorial from Matilda Jo Originals!

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