Enter To Win! Which Look Is Best? Vote Now!

The question is simple, which look is best? 

This week's contest is featuring a fun new pattern hack design of the Silk Road pattern, paired with a few Liberty Jane pieces. Which style do you like best? Be sure to vote to help us decide which look is best and be entered into the giveaway to win a $50 larougetdelisle gift card. (*Note - dolls, clothes, and props are not included in the giveaway)

You can use it to buy anything on larougetdelisle! The choice is yours with this week's giveaway!

More About The Mix Up:  The outfits that we styled this week feature the Liberty Jane Mini Skirt and High Waisted Jean Shorts, styled into two cute looks!

• The "Los Angeles" look features the top paired with a classic denim mini skirt, knee-high boots, and some cute sewing accessories! She has dreams of being a fashion designer one day!

• The "Sydney" styling features the top paired with cuffed denim shorts, red Janes shoes, and a darling little rope circle tote bag! The bag is made from a tutorial featured with the Sewing Swimsuits master class course!

Make It Today: Like the two looks that we've created and want to make your own? Click the images below to get the patterns.

This contest also features the Thimbles and Acorns Silk Road Wrap Dress, which is available free this month exclusively to Sewing With Cinnamon members!

Vote Now & Enter To Win: You enter through the entry form that is embedded on this page and appears just below this paragraph, if you don't see it, be sure to visit the page from your desktop or an alternate browser such as Google Chrome. It may not appear on all mobile devices. The complete rules and entry details appear on the entry form. This is not a comment contest - in other words, leaving a comment on the bottom of this page is not an official entry method. The only required entry method is to vote in the poll to help us decide which look is best. One person will receive the gift card. You can enter once, or gain multiple entries by completing the other entry methods and increase your chances of winning. Please review all Terms and Conditions on the giveaway page before entering. While we wish we could run this contest everywhere, for legal reasons it is only open to eligible residents of the U.S. and Canada, not including Rhode Island. This contest is exclusively endorsed by Liberty Jane Clothing and larougetdelisle. Not endorsed by or affiliated with American Girl®.

We'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment and tell us - which look is best! Commenting gives you one entry method, the other methods are in the widget above, be sure to enter in as many ways as you can to receive the maximum amount of entries for the $50 American Girl gift card!

Thanks, everyone!

The larougetdelisle Team

Enter To Win! Which Look Is Best? Vote Now!

The question is simple, which look is best? 

This week's contest is featuring a darling version of the Liberty Jane Pullover Sweater pattern made into a FUn & Festive Holiday sweater! Which style do you like best? Be sure to vote to help us decide which look is best and be entered into the giveaway to win a $50 American Girl gift card. (*Note - dolls, clothes, and props are not included in the giveaway)

You can use it to buy a variety of things like outfits, shoes, furniture, and accessories for 14" - 18" dolls! The choice is yours with this week's giveaway!

More About The Mix Up:  The outfits that we styled this week feature the pullover sweater pattern, styled into two cute looks!

• The "Rockin' Recital" look features the top paired with the Dance Time recital outfit, leggings, and shiny black flats. She's ready to rock that recital performance in this super cute look! This look is modeled by a Welliewishers Camille doll, available on Amazon or the American Girl website.

• The "Holiday Helper" styling features the same festive sweater paired with skinny jeans and slouchy ankle boots. She looks adorably festive and is ready to volunteer at the holiday toy drive! This look is modeled by a Hearts For Hearts Consuelo doll, you can find her on Amazon. Her boots are also on Amazon!

Make It Today: Like the two looks that we've created and want to make your own? Click the images below to get the patterns.

Vote Now & Enter To Win: You enter through the entry form that is embedded on this page and appears just below this paragraph, if you don't see it, be sure to visit the page from your desktop or an alternate browser such as Google Chrome. It may not appear on all mobile devices. The complete rules and entry details appear on the entry form. This is not a comment contest - in other words, leaving a comment on the bottom of this page is not an official entry method. The only required entry method is to vote in the poll to help us decide which look is best. One person will receive the gift card. You can enter once, or gain multiple entries by completing the other entry methods and increase your chances of winning. Please review all Terms and Conditions on the giveaway page before entering. While we wish we could run this contest everywhere, for legal reasons it is only open to eligible residents of the U.S. and Canada, not including Rhode Island. This contest is exclusively endorsed by Liberty Jane Clothing and larougetdelisle. Not endorsed by or affiliated with American Girl®.

We'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment and tell us - which look is best! Commenting gives you one entry method, the other methods are in the widget above, be sure to enter in as many ways as you can to receive the maximum amount of entries for the $50 American Girl gift card!

Thanks, everyone!

The larougetdelisle Team

Enter To Win! Which Look Is Best? Vote Now!

The question is simple, which look is best? 

This week's contest is featuring A Snowy Walk from the A Little Knitty pattern collection! Which style do you like best? Be sure to vote to help us decide which look is best and be entered into the giveaway to win a $50 Amazon gift card. (*Note - dolls, clothes, and props are not included in the giveaway)

You can use it to buy a variety of things like sewing supplies or doll props! The choice is yours with this week's giveaway! 

More About The Mix Up:  The outfits that we styled this week feature Union suit, and the Charlotte mini cloth doll, styled into two cute looks!.

• The "Gift-Shopper" look features the hat, shoulder wrap, and mittens paired with the Liberty Jane Sheath Dress, a long sleeve tee, and some chunky buckle boots. Perfect for hours of shopping fun!
• The "Tree-Trimmer" styling features the hat paired with the Oxford Square Coat, teal skinny cords, and layered tees. She's bundled up and ready to head out to the tree-trimming party! 

Make It Today: Like the two looks that we've created and want to make your own? Click the images below to get the patterns.

Vote Now & Enter To Win: You enter through the entry form that is embedded on this page and appears just below this paragraph, if you don't see it, be sure to visit the page from your desktop or an alternate browser such as Google Chrome. It may not appear on all mobile devices. The complete rules and entry details appear on the entry form. This is not a comment contest - in other words, leaving a comment on the bottom of this page is not an official entry method. The only required entry method is to vote in the poll to help us decide which look is best. One person will receive the gift card. You can enter once, or gain multiple entries by completing the other entry methods and increase your chances of winning. Please review all Terms and Conditions on the giveaway page before entering. While we wish we could run this contest everywhere, for legal reasons it is only open to eligible residents of the U.S. and Canada, not including Rhode Island. This contest is exclusively endorsed by Liberty Jane Clothing and larougetdelisle. Not endorsed by or affiliated with American Girl®.

We'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment and tell us - which look is best! Commenting gives you one entry method, the other methods are in the widget above, be sure to enter in as many ways as you can to receive the maximum amount of entries for the $50 Amazon gift card!

Thanks, everyone!

The larougetdelisle Team

Enter To Win! Which Look Is Best? Vote Now!

The question is simple, which look is best? 

This week's contest is featuring a few designs from the Thimbles and Acorns pattern collection! Which style do you like best? Be sure to vote to help us decide which look is best and be entered into the giveaway to win a $50 larougetdelisle gift card. (*Note - dolls, clothes, and props are not included in the giveaway)

You can use it to buy a variety of items on larougetdelisle! Patterns, pre-cut shoe soles, or maybe an online course... The choice is yours with this week's giveaway!

More About The Mix Up:  The outfits that we styled this week feature Union suit, and the Charlotte mini cloth doll, styled into two cute looks!.

• The "Lil' Barista" look features the union suit layered under the LJ Roebuck Bay skirt and a mini Starbucks apron. It's finished off with a mug and chocolate milk, the perfect accessories for a barista in training!
• The "Storytime" styling is a sweet and cozy look! We've paired it with a snuggly crocheted Christmas Afgan, perfect for snuggling up with a good book! She's cozy with her little doll, ready for storytime!

Make It Today: Like the two looks that we've created and want to make your own? Click the images below to get the pattern.

Vote Now & Enter To Win: You enter through the entry form that is embedded on this page and appears just below this paragraph, if you don't see it, be sure to visit the page from your desktop or an alternate browser such as Google Chrome. It may not appear on all mobile devices. The complete rules and entry details appear on the entry form. This is not a comment contest - in other words, leaving a comment on the bottom of this page is not an official entry method. The only required entry method is to vote in the poll to help us decide which look is best. One person will receive the gift card. You can enter once, or gain multiple entries by completing the other entry methods and increase your chances of winning. Please review all Terms and Conditions on the giveaway page before entering. While we wish we could run this contest everywhere, for legal reasons it is only open to eligible residents of the U.S. and Canada, not including Rhode Island. This contest is exclusively endorsed by Liberty Jane Clothing and larougetdelisle. Not endorsed by or affiliated with American Girl®.

We'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment and tell us - which look is best! Commenting gives you one entry method, the other methods are in the widget above, be sure to enter in as many ways as you can to receive the maximum amount of entries for the $50 larougetdelisle gift card!

Thanks, everyone!

The larougetdelisle Team

Enter To Win! Which Look Is Best? Vote Now!

The question is simple, which look is best? 

This week's contest is featuring a few designs from the Liberty Jane pattern collection! Which style do you like best? Be sure to vote to help us decide which look is best and be entered into the giveaway to win a $50 larougetdelisle gift card. (*Note - dolls, clothes, and props are not included in the giveaway)

You can use it to buy a variety of items on larougetdelisle! Patterns, pre-cut shoe soles, or maybe an online course... The choice is yours with this week's giveaway!

More About The Mix Up:  The outfits that we styled this week feature the Piccadilly Sweater (with a few extra inches added to the length), Skinny Jeans, Leggings, Urban Backpack, and Janes patterns. The "Wild Child" look features a tan and black color palette highlighted by the animal print leggings! Perfect for her next coffee date. The "Trendsetter" styling is a more classic look, featuring skinny jeans, and comfy janes shoes, perfect for a day of holiday shopping!

Make It Today: Like the two looks that we've created and want to make your own? Click the images below to get the pattern.

Vote Now & Enter To Win: You enter through the entry form that is embedded on this page and appears just below this paragraph, if you don't see it, be sure to visit the page from your desktop or an alternate browser such as Google Chrome. It may not appear on all mobile devices. The complete rules and entry details appear on the entry form. This is not a comment contest - in other words, leaving a comment on the bottom of this page is not an official entry method. The only required entry method is to vote in the poll to help us decide which look is best. One person will receive the gift card. You can enter once, or gain multiple entries by completing the other entry methods and increase your chances of winning. Please review all Terms and Conditions on the giveaway page before entering. While we wish we could run this contest everywhere, for legal reasons it is only open to eligible residents of the U.S. and Canada, not including Rhode Island. This contest is exclusively endorsed by Liberty Jane Clothing and larougetdelisle. Not endorsed by or affiliated with American Girl®.

We'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment and tell us - which look is best! Commenting gives you one entry method, the other methods are in the widget above, be sure to enter in as many ways as you can to receive the maximum amount of entries for the $50 larougetdelisle gift card!

Thanks, everyone!

The larougetdelisle Team

Enter To Win! Which Look Is Best? Vote Now!

The question is simple, which look is best? 

This week's contest is featuring a few designs from the Wise Guise - Geek Chick and Smart Styles Collection! And with that, we're kicking off a new prize. Are you ready for it? This week we are not giving away the outfits, instead, we are giving away a $100 Amazon gift card!

You can use it to buy a variety of items! maybe you'd like an American Girl Doll, A Girl For All Time doll, a Welliewishers doll, or maybe you don't want a doll at all! Maybe you're looking for new sewing supplies. The choice is yours with this week's giveaway!

Which style do you like best? Be sure to vote to help us decide which look is best and be entered into the giveaway to win a! $100 Amazon gift card. (*Note - dolls, clothes, and props are not included in the giveaway)

More About The Mix Up:  The outfits that we styled this week feature the Endeavor Flight Suit, Cosplay Dress hack (skirt), Leggings (tights variation), and Free T-Shirt patterns. The "Astro -Boy" look is a classic styling of the flight suit pattern. The "Space-Girl" styling uses just the zip front top for our Harajuku inspired look paired with bold colors and fun accessories!

Make It Today: Like the two looks that we've created and want to make your own? Click the images below to get the pattern.

Bonus Offer: This week you will see a new redemption offer in the Pixie Perks pop-up widget (click the button in the bottom right corner). We've set up a limited time offer to recieve 25% off the Wise Guise Collection, this week only! You can redeem the one-time use coupon code with just 200 points! See pop-up for all the details. Happy Sewing!

Vote Now & Enter To Win: You enter through the entry form that is embedded on this page and appears just below this paragraph, if you don't see it, be sure to visit the page from your desktop or an alternate browser such as Google Chrome. It may not appear on all mobile devices. The complete rules and entry details appear on the entry form. This is not a comment contest - in other words, leaving a comment on the bottom of this page is not an official entry method. The only required entry method is to vote in the poll to help us decide which look is best. One person will receive the gift card. You can enter once, or gain multiple entries by completing the other entry methods and increase your chances of winning. Please review all Terms and Conditions on the giveaway page before entering. While we wish we could run this contest everywhere, for legal reasons it is only open to eligible residents of the U.S. and Canada, not including Rhode Island. This contest is exclusively endorsed by Liberty Jane Clothing and larougetdelisle. Not endorsed by or affiliated with American Girl®.

We'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment and tell us - which look is best! Commenting gives you one entry method, the other methods are in the widget above, be sure to enter in as many ways as you can to receive the maximum amount of entries for the $100 Amazon gift card!

Thanks, everyone!

The larougetdelisle Team

Enter To Win! Which Look Is Best? Vote Now!

The question is simple, which look is best? 

This week's contest is featuring a bundled outfit featuring the Lizzie Outfit made by Genine Allen the designer of the Genniewren Designs pattern collection. Which style do you like best? Be sure to vote to help us decide which look is best and be entered into the giveaway to win all of the items* featured in both looks! (*Note - dolls are not included in the giveaway)

More About The Mix Up:  This week we have two cute looks featuring the Lizzie Outfit bundle design as the main centerpiece. One pattern - Multiple pieces!

The giveaway includes

• The Lizzie Dress, Top & Capris designed to fit 18-inch American Girl® dolls. The dress and top are a Kimono style wrap that fastens at the waist with snaps. The cap sleeves are cut in one with the bodice. The waist is defined with rick rack or ribbon trim and the back has a center seam and two small waist darts to enhance the fit at the waist. The edges of the dress or top are bound with contrasting bias tape and a fancy button or bow is added at the waist wrap point to add further design detail. The Capris have a side seam to ensure a closer fit, and feature split cuffs, ruffles and an elasticated waist. As at the waist of the dress or top, ribbon or rick rack trim could be used instead of the ruffles which cover the cuff seam.
• The Kimono Kraze look - For this look, we've featured the Top & Capris and paired them with black canvas slip on shoes and a darling little black tote bag.
• The Kimono Kawaii look - For this look we've featured the wrap dress and paired it with gold sparkly flats. This one also includes a tiny letter, envelope and pencil!

Make It Today: Like the two looks that we've created and want to make your own? Click the images below to get the pattern.

Vote Now & Enter To Win: You enter through the entry form that is embedded on this page and appears just below this paragraph, if you don't see it, be sure to visit the page from your desktop or an alternate browser such as Google Chrome. It may not appear on all mobile devices. The complete rules and entry details appear on the entry form. This is not a comment contest - in other words, leaving a comment on the bottom of this page is not an official entry method. The only required entry method is to vote in the poll to help us decide which look is best. One person will receive the outfit. You can enter once, or gain multiple entries by completing the other entry methods and increase your chances of winning. Please review all Terms and Conditions on the giveaway page before entering. While we wish we could run this contest everywhere, for legal reasons it is only open to eligible residents of the U.S. and Canada, not including Rhode Island. This contest is exclusively endorsed by Liberty Jane Clothing and larougetdelisle. Not endorsed by or affiliated with American Girl®.

Get to know Genine (in her own words): "Hi, I’m Genine, the person behind Genniewren Designs. I've been sewing, knitting, crocheting, embroidering, and hand-smocking virtually all my life. My first embroidery project was a tray cloth for my new headmistress when I started school! I was seven when I embarked on my first real human-sized sewing project all on my own without mum’s help. It involved my little sister lying on the floor on top of some fabric. I drew around her with chalk, cut out the shape and sewed it together by hand to make a blouse. She wore it to Sunday school and proudly told one of the teachers that I had made it for her. The teacher said that every designer needed a sewing machine and offered to give me her old machine as she had recently bought a new one. I came home with the shiniest black and gold crank-handle sewing machine you’ve ever seen. I used that machine for years until I received an electric sewing machine for a birthday gift when I was a teenager. Since those early days, I’ve sewn all sorts of things, sometimes for money, always for fun. I don’t do much human sewing nowadays. Instead, I design sewing, knitting and craft patterns for dolls clothes, pets, and accessories. Since 2005 I’ve been digitizing machine embroidery designs too.  My doll patterns are all available exclusively through larougetdelisle. Joining larougetdelisle has been a great way for me to share my love of sewing for dolls with so many friends all around the world, and I am so happy to be part of that team!"

Visit the Genniewren Designs pattern collection today! 

Inquiring Minds Want To Know:

Q: What's your favorite food? 
Genine: I don’t really have a single favorite food. I love flavorful food of all genres from Mexican to Indian regional cooking. I love to research recipes in books and online and then experiment.

Q: Coffee or Tea?
Genine: It depends.  Black coffee for breakfast. Herbal mint tea during the day. Despite being a Brit, I don’t actually like tea – and I have been called unpatriotic by some Brits for saying that!

Q: What inspired your brand name?
Genine: Gennie Wren was my dad’s nickname for me when I was a child. As I sewed so much for dolls back then, I thought it was a good name to use for my business. When I made the teddy bears I used a different brand name, based on what my nephew called me when he was a baby.

Q: What's your favorite place to shop?
Genine: I love shopping at outdoor markets. Our local market has stalls selling the freshest foods from all over the world,  fabrics & notions at bargain prices, and all sorts of other stuff. When we visit other towns and cities in the UK we always try and go on market day if we can. A market can tell you so much about a place.  I also love browsing in second-hand book shops. My husband and I once “lost” over half a day in a single book shop in Hay on Wye!

Q: What is your dream vacation? 
Genine: I don’t really do vacations very often as I’m a bit of a homebody. When we do go away I prefer cities or towns with lots of historical features to explore. I’d like to visit the US one day and go to an American Girl store.

Q: Do You Collect Anything Special?

Genine: I collect vintage needlework books, pattern drafting books and magazines. Some of my original books, sewing magazines and patterns date back to the 1870s. I keep telling myself I must scan some of them for posterity as the paper can be very fragile. Maybe one day when I have time!

We'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment and tell us - which look is best! And be sure to thank Genine and the larougetdelisle team for giving away such cute outfits!

Thanks, everyone!

The larougetdelisle Team

Enter To Win! Which Look Is Best? Vote Now!

The question is simple, which look is best? 

This week's contest is featuring a bundled outfit featuring the Convergence Dress made by Donna Kinley the designer of the DKinley Designs pattern collection. Which style do you like best? Be sure to vote to help us decide which look is best and be entered into the giveaway to win all of the items* featured in both looks! (*Note - dolls are not included in the giveaway)

More About The Mix Up:  This week we have two cute looks featuring the Convergence Dress design as the main centerpiece. One dress - Two Looks! 

The giveaway includes

• The Convergence dress designed to fit 18-inch American Girl® dolls. This eye-catching dress gives a nod to the mod fashions of the ‘70s. Angles and uncomplicated design lines create the perfect template for fun with color, directing the eye toward the ringed keyhole front focal point. 
• The Market Stroll look - For this look, we've paired the dress with a tiny Starbucks® tote bag filled with market essentials - corn and flowers! The look is completed with orange sandals and a straw hat.
• The Trick or Treat look - For this look we've paired the dress with some fun costume style accessories to create a cute kitty look, perfect for trick-or-treating! She has knee-high black boots, a purple treat bag filled with pop cans, and a cute little kitty ear headband!

Make It Today: Like the two looks we've created and want to make your own? Click the images below to get the pattern.

Vote Now & Enter To Win: You enter through the entry form that is embedded on this page and appears just below this paragraph, if you don't see it, be sure to visit the page from your desktop or an alternate browser such as Google Chrome. It may not appear on all mobile devices. The complete rules and entry details appear on the entry form. This is not a comment contest - in other words, leaving a comment on the bottom of this page is not an official entry method. The only required entry method is to vote in the poll to help us decide which look is best. One person will receive the outfit. You can enter once, or gain multiple entries by completing the other entry methods and increase your chances of winning. Please review all Terms and Conditions on the giveaway page before entering. While we wish we could run this contest everywhere, for legal reasons it is only open to eligible residents of the U.S. and Canada, not including Rhode Island. This contest is exclusively endorsed by Liberty Jane Clothing and larougetdelisle. Not endorsed by or affiliated with American Girl®.

Get to know Donna  (in her own words): "I (and 5 siblings) were orphaned when I was 4 years old. Two of us were adopted by an Aunt and Uncle.  The rest went to the orphanage and foster care. With that much trauma in my life, I needed a place to hide, so at that early age, I created my own little world in sewing and designing for my doll.  As my sewing skills developed, I began creating clothing for myself and eventually for others as well.  I studied commercial art and design in college, and worked in the printing industry for a while.  I did custom sewing and alterations for years, but have now come full circle, back to the little world of dolls.  I enjoy the creativity of designing and the technical challenge of developing the patterns.  I hope to pass on my love for creating to others, through patterns that teach in a way that is easily understandable. (And in case you were wondering… yes, my siblings and I are still in touch and are thankful to see each other when we can.)"

Visit the Dkinley Designs pattern collection today! 

Inquiring Minds Want To Know...

Q: What's your favorite food? 
Donna: It has always been spaghetti with meat sauce until I started to try to choose healthier options. I still love spaghetti, but grilled salmon has become a new favorite.

Q: What's your favorite tv show or movie?
Donna: TV show: something like NCIS or Murder, She Wrote. Movie: Finding Normal was a little known, but really good movie. My favorite book is the Bible.

Q: Coffee or Tea?
Donna: Coffee – with cream and sugar.

Q: Where's your favorite place to shop? 
Donna: I love to go to thrift stores and consignment shops. It’s like going on a treasure hunt!

Q: What is your dream vacation?
Donna: I’d love to go to some islands... Caribbean or Hawaiian – either or both.

Q: Do you collect anything special? 
Donna: I used to collect sheep because I love the symbolism of the Good Shepherd and His sheep. Once other people found out, my flock grew way too big for my “pastures”, so I don’t mention it anymore. Sooo many sheep!

We'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment and tell us - which look is best! And be sure to thank Donna and the larougetdelisle Team for giving away such a cute outfit!

Thanks, everyone!

The larougetdelisle Team

Enter To Win! Which Look Is Best? Vote Now!

The question is simple, which look is best? 

This week's contest is featuring a bundled outfit featuring the Quick Change Dress made by Laura Griffith for the just-released Love From Lola 18" doll clothes pattern. Which style do you like best? Be sure to vote to help us decide which look is best and be entered into the giveaway to win all of the items* featured in both looks! (*Note - dolls are not included in the giveaway)

More About The Mix Up:  This week we have two cute looks featuring the Love From Lola Quick Change Artist design as the main centerpiece. One dress - Two Looks! 

The giveaway includes

• The Quick Change Artist prototype dress designed to fit 18-inch American Girl® dolls. Imagine for a second you are at the circus and out comes a beautifully dressed lady. She steps behind a curtain, and in the blink of an eye steps back out with a new dress on! But how does she do it? Is it magic? Or maybe just a cleverly crafted dress made just for her?! Now you can turn your doll into a Quick Change Artist as well!
• The Party Girl look - The Before Dress is a playful sleeveless mini bubble dress with several small pleats along the neckline. Made in a shimmery coral fabric and accented with delicate black trim at the waistline.  It is designed with enough room in the bodice to conceal the After Dress! We've paired this dress with a cute party hat, a tiny gift box, a dainty beaded bracelet, and the look is completed with a pair of black dress shoes. 
• The Glamour Girl look - The After Dress is a dramatic V-neck gown with its slightly dropped waist and flowing handkerchief hem. This dress is designed to be folded up and hidden inside the Before Dress -- and later to conceal the Before Dress beneath its skirt. It is made in a shimmery silver fabric with sequined mesh overlay. It is accented with a coordinating flower hair clip, tiny silver clutch, and the same black dress shoes.

Make It Today: Like the looks we've created and want to make your own? Click the images below to get the pattern.

Vote Now & Enter To Win: You enter through the entry form that is embedded on this page and appears just below this paragraph, if you don't see it, be sure to visit the page from your desktop or an alternate browser such as Google Chrome. It may not appear on all mobile devices. The complete rules and entry details appear on the entry form. This is not a comment contest - in other words, leaving a comment on the bottom of this page is not an official entry method. The only required entry method is to vote in the poll to help us decide which look is best. One person will receive the outfit. You can enter once, or gain multiple entries by completing the other entry methods and increase your chances of winning. Please review all Terms and Conditions on the giveaway page before entering. While we wish we could run this contest everywhere, for legal reasons it is only open to eligible residents of the U.S. and Canada, not including Rhode Island. This contest is exclusively endorsed by Liberty Jane Clothing and larougetdelisle. Not endorsed by or affiliated with American Girl®.

Get to know Laura Griffith (in her own words):  "I am a full-time mom to three children. When I'm not busy trying to keep up with them, I enjoy designing and sewing. I learned to sew from my mother at the age of 11. While I would sew off and on through the years I didn't start sewing doll clothing until my daughter received a doll for her birthday.  Designing started soon after as I would find myself shopping for clothing for my daughter and think 'Hmm, wouldn't that look cute in doll size.' The rest, as they say, is history. I am excited to be partnered with larougetdelisle and share my designs with you. I hope you have as much fun sewing them as I have had to design them!"

Visit the Love From Lola pattern collection today! 

Inquiring Minds Want To Know...

Q: What's your favorite food? 
Laura: A great beef roast and some mashed potatoes.

Q: What's your favorite tv show or movie?
Laura: My all-time favorite tv show is Friends.

Q: Coffee or Tea?
Laura: Tea, but only if it is iced tea.

Q: Where's your favorite place to shop? 
Laura: Target - of course!

Q: What inspired your brand name?
Laura: I had several coworkers who nicknamed me Lola.  I had made a baby blanket for a friend who commented on how I must have put a lot of love into that blanket....and the name Love From Lola was born.

Q: What is your dream vacation? 
Laura: A trip back to visit beautiful Australia. I have been once before, but it is such a beautiful country and there is so much more I would love to see.

We'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment and tell us - which look is best! And be sure to thank Laura and the larougetdelisle Team for giving away such a cute outfit!

Thanks, everyone!

The larougetdelisle Team

Enter To Win! Which Look Is Best? Vote Now!

This week's giveaway includes two unique stylings of the Le Premier Prince pattern for 18-inch dolls! What do you think of our two looks? Be sure to vote to help us decide which look is best and be entered into the giveaway to win the outfits featured in both looks! (*Note - the dolls are not included in the giveaway.)

More About The Mix Up:  This week we have a cute mix and match set that features the Le Premier Prince made by Amy White, the designer of the Stitchery By Snowflake patterns! We've mixed it with some fun props to create these two unique looks!

The giveaway includes:

• The Entertainer Outfit - this outfit features the doublet with paned sleeves paired with the classic round hose, wide-leg pant. The blue stripe print is accented nicely with the white accent peeking out between the panels. This little prince is ready to entertain with a decorative corn husk and ornamental pumpkin!
• The Artist Outfit - this outfit features the more refined doublet with fitted sleeves and cap sleeve accents. This darling prince is a fan of the arts and is ready to paint with his tiny easel, artwork, and a paint brush!

Make It Today: Like the two looks that we've created and want to make your own? Click the images below to check out the patterns available.  

Vote Now & Enter To Win: You enter through the entry form that is embedded on this page and appears just below this paragraph, if you don't see it, be sure to visit the page from your desktop or an alternate browser such as Google Chrome. It may not appear on all mobile devices. The complete rules and entry details appear on the entry form. This is not a comment contest - in other words, leaving a comment on the bottom of this page is not an official entry method. The only required entry method is to vote in the poll to help us decide which look is best. One person will receive the outfit. You can enter once, or gain multiple entries by completing the other entry methods and increase your chances of winning. Please review all Terms and Conditions on the giveaway page before entering. While we wish we could run this contest everywhere, for legal reasons it is only open to eligible residents of the U.S. and Canada, not including Rhode Island. This contest is exclusively endorsed by Liberty Jane Clothing and larougetdelisle. Not endorsed by or affiliated with American Girl®.

Visit the Stitchery By Snowflake pattern collection today!

More about Amy White and Stitchery By Snowflake (in her own words): Amy White, creator of Stitchery by Snowflake, loves all types of sewing and crafting.  She started sewing as a child and fell in love with the combination of history and reading in the Pleasant Company dolls. She loves to design and sew costumes for her family, her dolls, and herself, often bringing favorite characters to life. She lives in Colorado with her amazing husband and two wonderful children.

We'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment and tell us - which look is best! And be sure to thank Amy and the larougetdelisle team for giving away such cute outfits!

Thanks, everyone!

The larougetdelisle Team

Enter To Win! Which Look Is Best? Vote Now!

This week's giveaway includes two unique stylings of the Dragonfly Fairy Wings pattern for 18-inch dolls! What do you think of our two looks? Be sure to vote to help us decide which look is best and be entered into the giveaway to win the outfits featured in both looks! (*Note - the dolls are not included in the giveaway.)

More About The Mix Up:  This week we have a cute mix and match set that features the Dragonfly Fairy Wings made by Jerri Ellis, the designer of the Miss Cakes Closet patterns, as the prototype piece for the pattern! We've mixed it with several other larougetdelisle pattern designs to create two unique looks!

The giveaway includes:

• The Woodland Fairy Outfit - this outfit features the wings paired with a sweet princess dress made using the pattern hack in the Sewing Costumes course. The dress has a knit top, fold over elastic straps, and a soft flowing sparkle mesh skirt overlay. The look is accessorized with a pair of sparkly slip-on shoes (American Girl Brand) and a tiny little butterfly!
• The Fairy Princess Outfit - this outfit features the wings paired with a beautiful version of the Grand Supreme Pagent outfit made by Genine herself, and featured in the pattern! The outfit includes a corset style top accented with sparkly sequins and an off the shoulder ruffle. It's paired with a separate skirt with sequined fabric waistband and super fluffy organza ruffles. The look is completed with a tiny glitzy tiara, white flats, and ruffle lacy socks!

Make It Today: Like the two looks that we've created and want to make your own? Click the images below to check out the patterns available.                   

Vote Now & Enter To Win: You enter through the entry form that is embedded on this page and appears just below this paragraph, if you don't see it, be sure to visit the page from your desktop or an alternate browser such as Google Chrome. It may not appear on all mobile devices. The complete rules and entry details appear on the entry form. This is not a comment contest - in other words, leaving a comment on the bottom of this page is not an official entry method. The only required entry method is to vote in the poll to help us decide which look is best. One person will receive the outfit. You can enter once, or gain multiple entries by completing the other entry methods and increase your chances of winning. Please review all Terms and Conditions on the giveaway page before entering. While we wish we could run this contest everywhere, for legal reasons it is only open to eligible residents of the U.S. and Canada, not including Rhode Island. This contest is exclusively endorsed by Liberty Jane Clothing and larougetdelisle. Not endorsed by or affiliated with American Girl®.

Visit the Miss Cakes Closet pattern collection today!

More about Jerri and Miss Cakes Closet (in her own words):

"Although born in California, I've lived in the beautiful state of Oregon since I was 6. I grew up in the county swimming in the creeks, playing in the wood and picking berries for school clothes money in the summer.  And loving the costume movies of the 60s and 70s - how can anyone forget Liz Taylor as Cleopatra?  Edith Head was my and still is my idol! With Bob Mackey a close second. As a voracious reader my Grandfather, who read 5-6 books at a time, introduced me to Anne McCaffrey and the Dragon Riders of Pern and Ursula Le Guin and the Earthsea books when I was about 12. This turned into a life long love of reading and history. 

We'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment and tell us - which look is best! And be sure to thank Jerri, Genine, and the larougetdelisle team for giving away such cute outfits!

Thanks, everyone!

The larougetdelisle Team

Enter To Win! Which Look Is Best? Vote Now!

This week's giveaway includes two unique stylings of the Le Marais Coat pattern for 18-inch dolls! What do you think of our two looks? Be sure to vote to help us decide which look is best and be entered into the giveaway to win the outfits featured in both looks! (*Note - the dolls are not included in the giveaway.)

More About The Mix Up:  This week we have a cute mix and match set that features the Le Marais Coat. This darling version was made by Rainbow Lily Designs (an independent Etsy seller that uses larougetdelisle patterns for her doll clothing business). We've mixed it with several other Liberty jane pattern designs to create two unique looks!

The giveaway includes:

• The Shopping In Style Outfit - this outfit features the coat paired with a very soft grey Cropped Sweater layered under the Culotte Jumpsuit (both items made by Cinnamon, the jumpsuit id featured on the pattern cover!). The look is accessorized with a pair of black ankle boots, a gold chain necklace, and a tiny yellow shopping bag!
• The Winter White Outfit - this outfit features the coat paired with a lovely cream themed outfit - the zip-up sweater is made from the tutorial included with the Upcycled Socks master Class course, it's paired with an animal print chiffon bubble skirt, tights, and brown slip-on flats. The look is completed with the cream vegan leather tote bag!

Make It Today: Like the two looks that we've created and want to make your own? Click the images below to check out the patterns available.    

Vote Now & Enter To Win: You enter through the entry form that is embedded on this page and appears just below this paragraph, if you don't see it, be sure to visit the page from your desktop or an alternate browser such as Google Chrome. It may not appear on all mobile devices. The complete rules and entry details appear on the entry form. This is not a comment contest - in other words, leaving a comment on the bottom of this page is not an official entry method. The only required entry method is to vote in the poll to help us decide which look is best. One person will receive the outfit. You can enter once, or gain multiple entries by completing the other entry methods and increase your chances of winning. Please review all Terms and Conditions on the giveaway page before entering. While we wish we could run this contest everywhere, for legal reasons it is only open to eligible residents of the U.S. and Canada, not including Rhode Island. This contest is exclusively endorsed by Liberty Jane Clothing and larougetdelisle. Not endorsed by or affiliated with American Girl®.

We'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment and tell us - which look is best! And be sure to thank the larougetdelisle team for giving away such cute outfits!

Thanks, everyone!

The larougetdelisle Team

Enter To Win! Which Look Is Best? Vote Now!

This week's giveaway includes two unique stylings of the All Zipped Up Hoodie pattern for 18-inch dolls! What do you think of our two looks? Be sure to vote to help us decide which look is best and be entered into the giveaway to win the outfits featured in both looks! (*Note - the dolls are not included in the giveaway.)

More About The Mix Up:  This week we have a cute mix and match set that features the All Zipped Up Hoodie. This darling version was made by Bellaboos Closet (an independent Etsy seller that uses larougetdelisle patterns for her doll clothing business). We've mixed it with leggings and a mini skirt and a bunch of fun accessories to create two unique looks!

The giveaway includes:

• The Gym Rat Outfit - this outfit features the hoodie paired with heather grey cropped leggings, sporty tennis shoes, a cute gym bag, and a fun pair of stylish headphones!
• The School Days Outfit - this outfit features the hoodie paired with white denim mini skirt with frayed hemline, white tennis shoes, orange socks, and a darling Hello Kitty lunch box!

Make It Today: Like the two looks that we've created and want to make your own? Click the images below to check out the patterns available.    

Interested in the shoes and accessories that we've featured here? You can find them locally or on Amazon. The Neon Tennis Shoes are Our Generation Brand (Target or Amazon), the Headphones are My Life As Brand (Walmart)

Vote Now & Enter To Win: You enter through the entry form that is embedded on this page and appears just below this paragraph, if you don't see it, be sure to visit the page from your desktop or an alternate browser such as Google Chrome. It may not appear on all mobile devices. The complete rules and entry details appear on the entry form. This is not a comment contest - in other words, leaving a comment on the bottom of this page is not an official entry method. The only required entry method is to vote in the poll to help us decide which look is best. One person will receive the outfit. You can enter once, or gain multiple entries by completing the other entry methods and increase your chances of winning. Please review all Terms and Conditions on the giveaway page before entering. While we wish we could run this contest everywhere, for legal reasons it is only open to eligible residents of the U.S. and Canada, not including Rhode Island. This contest is exclusively endorsed by Liberty Jane Clothing and larougetdelisle. Not endorsed by or affiliated with American Girl®.

We'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment and tell us - which look is best! And be sure to thank the larougetdelisle team for giving away such cute outfits!

Thanks, everyone!

The larougetdelisle Team

Enter To Win! Which Look Is Best? Vote Now!

This week's giveaway includes two unique stylings of the Doll Tag Clothing Fire Fighter Uniform! What do you think of our two looks? Be sure to vote to help us decide which look is best and be entered into the giveaway to win the outfits featured in both looks! (*Note - the dolls, shoes, and toolbox, are not included in the giveaway.)

More About The Mix Up:  This week we have a cute mix and match set that feature the Firefighter Uniform, Firefighter Helmet, and Basic Jeans. We've mixed them up to create two unique looks, perfect for your 18-inch boy doll!

The giveaway includes:

• The On-Duty Outfit - this outfit features the full firefighter uniform paired with a super cool firefighter helmet made from the Koski Kreations pattern - this helmet is made out of foam - it's incredible!
• The Off-Duty Outfit - this outfit features the same firefighter jacket paired with a cute graphic tee and jeans. A casual way to dress your little firefighter!

Make It Today: Like the two looks that we've created and want to make your own? Click the images below to check out the patterns available.    

Vote Now & Enter To Win: You enter through the entry form that is embedded on this page and appears just below this paragraph, if you don't see it, be sure to visit the page from your desktop or an alternate browser such as Google Chrome. It may not appear on all mobile devices. The complete rules and entry details appear on the entry form. This is not a comment contest - in other words, leaving a comment on the bottom of this page is not an official entry method. The only required entry method is to vote in the poll to help us decide which look is best. One person will receive the outfit. You can enter once, or gain multiple entries by completing the other entry methods and increase your chances of winning. Please review all Terms and Conditions on the giveaway page before entering. While we wish we could run this contest everywhere, for legal reasons it is only open to eligible residents of the U.S. and Canada, not including Rhode Island. This contest is exclusively endorsed by Liberty Jane Clothing and larougetdelisle. Not endorsed by or affiliated with American Girl®.

We'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment and tell us - which look is best! And be sure to thank the larougetdelisle team for giving away such cute outfits!

Thanks, everyone!

The larougetdelisle Team

Enter To Win! Which Look Is Best? Vote Now!

This week's giveaway includes two unique stylings of the Doll Joy Windbreaker and Joy Skirt! What do you think of our two looks? Be sure to vote to help us decide which look is best and be entered into the giveaway to win the outfits featured in both looks! (*Note - the dolls are not included in the giveaway.)

More About The Mix Up:  This week we have a cute mix and match set that feature both the Doll Joy WIndbreaker Jacket and the Joy Skirt patterns designed to fit 14.5-inch Welliewishers™ dolls. We've mixed them up with a few other wardrobe staples to create two unique looks!

The giveaway includes:

• The Study Time Outfit - this outfit features the Joy Skirt made in a light wash denim colored cotton fabric accented beautifully with tiny white top stitching detail and an orange sash. It's paired with a cute lime green striped top , orange tights (made from the DTC Simply Tights pattern), a pair of tiny black flats, and an adorable Vans® brand mini backpack!
• The Rainy Days Outfit - this outfit features the same lime green top paired with the green/orange windbreaker jacket and is paired with lightweight cotton pants made from the QTPi Skinny Utility Pants pattern.

Make It Today: Like the two looks that we've created and want to make your own? Click the images below to check out the patterns available.    

Vote Now & Enter To Win: You enter through the entry form that is embedded on this page and appears just below this paragraph, if you don't see it, be sure to visit the page from your desktop or an alternate browser such as Google Chrome. It may not appear on all mobile devices. The complete rules and entry details appear on the entry form. This is not a comment contest - in other words, leaving a comment on the bottom of this page is not an official entry method. The only required entry method is to vote in the poll to help us decide which look is best. One person will receive the outfit. You can enter once, or gain multiple entries by completing the other entry methods and increase your chances of winning. Please review all Terms and Conditions on the giveaway page before entering. While we wish we could run this contest everywhere, for legal reasons it is only open to eligible residents of the U.S. and Canada, not including Rhode Island. This contest is exclusively endorsed by Liberty Jane Clothing and larougetdelisle. Not endorsed by or affiliated with American Girl®.

Visit the Doll Joy pattern collection today!

More About Helen and Doll Joy patterns, (in her own words):

"When I was a child, my family didn't really need to ask what gift I wanted. There was one answer: "A doll."  I grew up but I still have so much love in my heart for dolls. Both of my grannies loved sewing. I began to sew at the age of eight by hand for my baby dolls. My mother taught me to knit. When I turned fifteen I started to sew and knit clothes for myself. Designing for dolls started for me when my daughter went to school. I was looking for something to do, and my search led to discovering a whole world of dolls and doll fashion. Now I'm glad to be a part of the larougetdelisle team and engage in my favorite hobbies!"

We'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment and tell us - which look is best! And be sure to thank Janelle (My Sunshine Dolls) and the larougetdelisle team for giving away such a cute doll and outfits!

Thanks, everyone!

The larougetdelisle Team

Enter To Win! Which Look Is Best? Vote Now!

This week's giveaway includes two unique stylings of the A Darling Doll cloth doll pattern! What do you think of our two looks? Be sure to vote to help us decide which look is best and be entered into the giveaway to win the doll and the outfits featured in both looks! (*Note - the furniture props are not included in the giveaway.)

More About The Mix Up:  This week we had a bit of fun styling the sweet little cloth doll made by Janelle for the "A Darling Doll" pattern! She comes with a darling storytime dress, but we mixed it up to show her as a modern little girl ready for a party celebration! 

The giveaway includes:

• The Cloth Doll: This 23" cloth doll is part of the Pixieland collection featuring other characters inspired by a favorite classic storybook theme! She is made in a light skin tone, with a blue torso. She is soft and cuddly and has an adorable hand embroidered face! Her hair is curled brown felt tied with ribbons. Her shoes are royal blue and are permanently attached. Her arms are attached at the shoulders with large buttons, a super cute design detail! 
• The Story Time Outfit - this outfit f.etures a light blue dress with puff sleeves and a gathered long skirt. The dress has white eyelet trimmed underskirt and waist tie, and a hook and loop closure in the back. (the red hat, umbrella, and mini-book are not included in the giveaway).
• The Party Time Outfit - this outfit features the Easter Day Dress which is designed to fit both the My Sunshine cloth dolls and 18-inch dolls! It's made in a lightweight denim look cotton and is accented with ruffles and coordinating fabrics. The party props (card, hat, and present) are included in the giveaway too!

Make It Today: Like the two looks that we've created and want to make your own? Click the images below to check out the patterns available.    

Vote Now & Enter To Win: You enter through the entry form that is embedded on this page and appears just below this paragraph, if you don't see it, be sure to visit the page from your desktop or an alternate browser such as Google Chrome. It may not appear on all mobile devices. The complete rules and entry details appear on the entry form. This is not a comment contest - in other words, leaving a comment on the bottom of this page is not an official entry method. The only required entry method is to vote in the poll to help us decide which look is best. One person will receive the outfit. You can enter once, or gain multiple entries by completing the other entry methods and increase your chances of winning. Please review all Terms and Conditions on the giveaway page before entering. While we wish we could run this contest everywhere, for legal reasons it is only open to eligible residents of the U.S. and Canada, not including Rhode Island. This contest is exclusively endorsed by Liberty Jane Clothing and larougetdelisle. Not endorsed by or affiliated with American Girl®.

Visit the My Sunshine Dolls pattern collection today!

More About Janelle and My Sunshine Dolls patterns, (in her own words):

"I have loved all things crafty since I was a little girl. I learned how to sew from my mom who was an excellent seamstress. I began by making simple shirts and dresses, then Halloween costumes and then on to home décor. I made my first doll in 2010 for my daughter and then began making them as gifts for her friends. I had so many requests that I decided to start a small home-based business and that is how My Sunshine Dolls shop was born!"

Inquiring Minds Want To Know:

Q: What's your favorite food? 
Janelle: Vanilla Bean Cupcakes!

Q: Favorite Place To Shop?
Janelle: Birch Fabrics in Paso Robles, CA my hometown growing up.

Q: What inspired your brand name?
Janelle: I used to sing “You are my sunshine” to my daughter when she was little and when I asked her what I should name my dolls she said “My Sunshine Dolls”.

Q: What is your dream vacation? 
Janelle: My dream vacation is lying on a beach under some palm trees reading a book.

We'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment and tell us - which look is best! And be sure to thank Janelle (My Sunshine Dolls) and the larougetdelisle team for giving away such a cute doll and outfits!

Thanks, everyone!

The larougetdelisle Team

Enter To Win! An original Thimbles and Acorns outfit designed to fit 18-inch American Girl® dolls!

This week we're changing things up a bit! Instead of showing you one look two ways we're highlighting one variation from the "A Piece Of History" pattern designed to fit 18-inch dolls! Be sure to use the entry form below to be entered into the giveaway to t!his beautiful custom 15th-century outfit! (*Note - dolls and props are not included in the giveaway.)

The giveaway includes:

• The 15th Century Early Renaissance Dress: This beautiful custom outfit was made as a prototype piece for the "A Piece Of History" pattern. It features a two-layered design, long sleeves layered under elbow-length puff sleeves and a long flowing length. It has an empire waistline and is accented beautifully with a gold rope waist tie!

Make It Today: Like the two looks that we've created and want to make your own? Click the images below to check out the patterns available.    

Vote Now & Enter To Win: You enter through the entry form that is embedded on this page and appears just below this paragraph, if you don't see it, be sure to visit the page from your desktop or an alternate browser such as Google Chrome. It may not appear on all mobile devices. The complete rules and entry details appear on the entry form. This is not a comment contest - in other words, leaving a comment on the bottom of this page is not an official entry method. The only required entry method is to vote in the poll to help us decide which look is best. One person will receive the outfit. You can enter once, or gain multiple entries by completing the other entry methods and increase your chances of winning. Please review all Terms and Conditions on the giveaway page before entering. While we wish we could run this contest everywhere, for legal reasons it is only open to eligible residents of the U.S. and Canada, not including Rhode Island. This contest is exclusively endorsed by Liberty Jane Clothing and larougetdelisle. Not endorsed by or affiliated with American Girl®.

Visit the Thimbles and Acorns pattern collection today!

Get to know Shari Fuller... Shari has two pattern collections on larougetdelisle, Thimbles and Acorns, her original brand - and after years of collaborating with designer Eve Coleman on the Keepers Dolly Duds Designs brand, Shari is now the owner of that brand too. Each brand brings a unique look to historical designs in a beautifully detailed way. 

More About Shari (in her own words):  My grandma gave me my first sewing lesson when I was about eight years old. I had been fascinated with her sewing for as long as I could remember and was so excited when she gave me a doll pattern and sent me to her sewing closet to pick out just the right fabric for my first project. Sewing was a way for me to connect with my grandma, and although she may not have realized it at the time, this gift she gave me helped me become a better student. History became more exciting as I became captivated by the dynamic fashions through the ages. This is what Thimbles and Acorns is all about; building relationships and encouraging learning. In November of 2011, I wrote my first pattern. Eve was the first one to take me up on the offer to test it. We quickly struck up a friendship and before long we were collaborating in our pattern making journey. Working with Eve these past seven years has been a privilege and a delight and I am honored to be able to bring Keepers Dolly Duds Designs to larougetdelisle!

Inquiring Minds Want To Know...

Q: What's your favorite food?
Shari:  Just about every day I like to have a Granny Smith Apple with peanut butter and chocolate chips...  It's the ultimate one-dish meal. The peanut butter and apple make a great healthy lunch (it's homemade peanut butter by the way) and the chocolate chips are a built in dessert.  My absolute favorite food is homemade pizza... because it is pure romance.  My husband and I have been making it every Friday since we started dating... 34 years ago!   It's become a Fuller Family tradition.

Q: What's your favorite tv show or movie?
Shari:  Return to Me.  My husband and I tend to sing through the whole movie because it has great background music and the story brings out the romance.

Q: Coffee or Tea??
Shari:  Water... I drink a lot of water.  Hot water in my favorite mug in the winter helps keep me warm and cold water in my favorite water bottle keeps me refreshed in the summer. 

Q: Where's your favorite place to shop? 
Shari:  Walmart, it's convenient (because I'm not particularly fond of shopping) AND my daughter works there so most everyone there knows me as "Jackie's Mom"... and treat me like a celebrity.

Q: What inspired your brand name?
Shari:  Thimbles and Acorns was inspired by my daughter who became infatuated with the story of Peter Pan when she was three years old.  The thimble and acorn were the "kisses" that Peter and Wendy exchanged.

Q: What is your dream vacation? 
Shari:  A tour of Israel and Egypt.

We'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment and tell us what period of fashion history you love best! And be sure to thank Shari and the larougetdelisle team for giving away this beautiful outfit!

Thanks, everyone!

The larougetdelisle Team

Enter To Win! Which Look Is Best? Vote Now!

This week's giveaway includes two unique stylings of the Watermelon Picnic Quilt pattern designed for use with 14 - 18-inch dolls! Which styling do you like best? Be sure to vote to help us decide which look is best and be entered into the giveaway to win the quilt and the outfits featured in both looks! (*Note - dolls and props are not included in the giveaway.)

More About The Mix Up:  This week we had a bit of fun styling a darling watermelon picnic quilt, made by Elizabeth, the designer behind Ladybug Quilts!

The giveaway includes:

• The Watermelon Picnic Quilt: Dress up your doll's picnic with this easy and fun summery watermelon picnic blanket quilt! This quilt is truly a stash favorite, as it comes together with small amounts of red, white, and green scraps. It's accented with cute watermelon "seed" embellishments! This quilt measures 21" x 21" - perfect for any 14" or 18" doll.
• The Picnic Lunch Date Outfit - this outfit features the Frog Princess Fashions Retro Romper designed to fit 14-14.5" dolls and is paired with a cute pair of Cool Breeze Sandals.
• The Picnic Play Date Outfit - this 18" doll outfit features a red mini skirt made from the LJ Button Front Mini Skirt pattern, a tank top from AG Julie's meet outfit and a cute pair of yellow tennis shoes!

Make It Today: Like the two looks that we've created and want to make your own? Click the images below to check out the patterns available.    

Vote Now & Enter To Win: You enter through the entry form that is embedded on this page and appears just below this paragraph, if you don't see it, be sure to visit the page from your desktop or an alternate browser such as Google Chrome. It may not appear on all mobile devices. The complete rules and entry details appear on the entry form. This is not a comment contest - in other words, leaving a comment on the bottom of this page is not an official entry method. The only required entry method is to vote in the poll to help us decide which look is best. One person will receive the outfit. You can enter once, or gain multiple entries by completing the other entry methods and increase your chances of winning. Please review all Terms and Conditions on the giveaway page before entering. While we wish we could run this contest everywhere, for legal reasons it is only open to eligible residents of the U.S. and Canada, not including Rhode Island. This contest is exclusively endorsed by Liberty Jane Clothing and larougetdelisle. Not endorsed by or affiliated with American Girl®.

Visit the Ladybug Doll Quilts pattern collection today!

More About Elizabeth and Ladybug Doll Quilt Patterns, (in her own words):  "My love of dolls began in 1978 when I received my first My Friend Mandy® doll, who soon became my closest friend and confidant. I spent many wonderful, magical childhood years with Mandy, and have no doubt that she enriched my life, helped build my imagination, and provided emotional comfort to me through the transitions of childhood. When I adopted my daughter in 1999 I began to quilt, and developed a love for fabric, thread, and the beauty of handmade quilts. I began to develop my own patterns, selling them to quilt lovers for over 10 years in my quilt pattern company. As my children grew and moved away from their childhood playthings, I moved closer to mine, falling back in love with dolls and their magic. My quilts grew smaller, and my quilt room became populated with the new recipients of those tiny quilts. Now I focus primarily on making doll quilts and doll quilt patterns, and am thrilled to make them available through larougetdelisle. And Mandy? Well, she still has the top shelf in my quilt room, but is thrilled to have so many new friends to model our doll quilts with!"

Inquiring Minds Want To Know:

Q: What's your favorite food? 
Elizabeth: Chocolate

Q: Favorite Book?
Elizabeth: Winnie-the-pooh

Q: What inspired your brand name?
Elizabeth: My daughter. When adopting from China, Ladybugs are a sign of luck. They have always had special significance for our family.

Q: What is your dream vacation? 
Elizabeth: Going to Hawaii with my best friend!

We'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment and tell us - which look is best! And be sure to thank Elizabeth (Ladybug Doll Quilts), Peggy (Frog Princess Fashions), and the larougetdelisle team for giving away such cute outfits!

Thanks, everyone!

The larougetdelisle Team

Enter To Win! Which Look Is Best? Vote Now!

This week's giveaway includes two unique stylings of the Waikiki Dress pattern designed to fit both 18-inch American Girl®  and 14.5-inch Welliewishers™ dolls! Which styling do you like best? Be sure to vote to help us decide which look is best and be entered into the giveaway to win all of the items* featured in both looks! (*Note - dolls are not included in the giveaway.)

More About The Mix Up:  This week we are excited to present two cute looks that feature the Frog Princess FAsahions Waikiki Waves design for both 18-inch and 14.5-inch dolls!

The giveaway includes:

• The Waikiki Waves Outfits: Who doesn’t dream of an island vacation? These adorable little dresses fit the bill for any activity in a tropical paradise! The fit and flare style features godets in the skirt and ruffles at the shoulders. Both dresses are accented with the Free ME Hibiscus Flower design and both outfits are completed with the darling Cool Breeze Sandals!

Make It Today: Like the two looks that we've created and want to make your own? Click the images below to check out the patterns available.    

Vote Now & Enter To Win: You enter through the entry form that is embedded on this page and appears just below this paragraph, if you don't see it, be sure to visit the page from your desktop or an alternate browser such as Google Chrome. It may not appear on all mobile devices. The complete rules and entry details appear on the entry form. This is not a comment contest - in other words, leaving a comment on the bottom of this page is not an official entry method. The only required entry method is to vote in the poll to help us decide which look is best. One person will receive the outfit. You can enter once, or gain multiple entries by completing the other entry methods and increase your chances of winning. Please review all Terms and Conditions on the giveaway page before entering. While we wish we could run this contest everywhere, for legal reasons it is only open to eligible residents of the U.S. and Canada, not including Rhode Island. This contest is exclusively endorsed by Liberty Jane Clothing and larougetdelisle. Not endorsed by or affiliated with American Girl®.

We'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment and tell us - which look is best! And be sure to thank Peggy, the Frog Princess Fashions designer, and the larougetdelisle team for giving away such cute outfits!

Thanks, everyone!

The larougetdelisle Team

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This week's giveaway includes two unique stylings of the Oh My Gosh Overalls pattern designed to fit 18-inch American Girl® dolls! Which style do you like best? Be sure to vote to help us decide which look is best and be entered into the giveaway to win all of the items* featured in both looks! (*Note - dolls are not included in the giveaway.)

More About The Mix Up:  This week we are excited to present two cute looks that feature a pattern hack of the Oh My Gosh Overalls and the Skirtalls from QTPi Doll Clothing!

The giveaway includes:

• The Overalls: I'm pretty sure this is one of the most darling pair of overall shorts we've ever featured! Made in a light blue and lavender floral print, these shortalls feature a fun mix up of the bodice front from the Oh My Gosh Skirtalls pattern combined with the body of the Oh My Gosh Overalls, giving these the added detail of the front waistband. They are accented perfectly with tiny silver overall buckles and buttons. These are made by QTPi Doll Clothing, be sure to check out their Etsy shop to shop for darling on-trend looks for your 18" dolls!

• The Pretty Potter outfit includes an olive green Liberty Jane t-shirt, lavender garden clogs, a sun hat made from the My Angie Girl Sun Bathing Cutie pattern, and of course - a teeny tiny garden pot!

• The Happy Hiker outfit includes a neon orange tank top, American Girl brand tennis shoes, and a tiny water bottle to keep her refreshed and hydrated!

Make It Today: Like the two looks that we've created and want to make your own? Click the images below to check out the patterns available.

Vote Now & Enter To Win: You enter through the entry form that is embedded on this page and appears just below this paragraph, if you don't see it, be sure to visit the page from your desktop or an alternate browser such as Google Chrome. It may not appear on all mobile devices. The complete rules and entry details appear on the entry form. This is not a comment contest - in other words, leaving a comment on the bottom of this page is not an official entry method. The only required entry method is to vote in the poll to help us decide which look is best. One person will receive the outfit. You can enter once, or gain multiple entries by completing the other entry methods and increase your chances of winning. Please review all Terms and Conditions on the giveaway page before entering. While we wish we could run this contest everywhere, for legal reasons it is only open to eligible residents of the U.S. and Canada, not including Rhode Island. This contest is exclusively endorsed by Liberty Jane Clothing and larougetdelisle. Not endorsed by or affiliated with American Girl®.

We'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment and tell us - which look is best! And be sure to thank Marilyn and the larougetdelisle team for giving away such cute outfits!

Thanks, everyone!

The larougetdelisle Team

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This week's giveaway includes two unique stylings of the Babydoll Dress pattern designed to fit 14.5-inch Welliewishers™ dolls! Which style do you like best? Be sure to vote to help us decide which look is best and be entered into the giveaway to win all of the items* featured in both looks! (*Note - dolls are not included in the giveaway.)

More About The Mix Up:  This week we are excited to present two cute looks that feature the Babydoll Dress doll clothes pattern design.

The giveaway includes:

• The Babydoll Dress: Made in a delicate floral print knit fabric, this dress features short sleeves, a knee length skirt, and a hook and loop back closure.
• The Summer Games outfit includes a lightwash Liberty Jane Denim Jacket, a pair pf pink sneakers, and some baseball props!

• The Garden Delight outfit includes a darling pair of Garden Fairy Wings, and is paired with a pair of green polka dot rain boots and a tiny little frog!

Make It Today: Like the two looks that we've created and want to make your own? Click the images below to check out the patterns available.

Vote Now & Enter To Win: You enter through the entry form that is embedded on this page and appears just below this paragraph, if you don't see it, be sure to visit the page from your desktop or an alternate browser such as Google Chrome. It may not appear on all mobile devices. The complete rules and entry details appear on the entry form. This is not a comment contest - in other words, leaving a comment on the bottom of this page is not an official entry method. The only required entry method is to vote in the poll to help us decide which look is best. One person will receive the outfit. You can enter once, or gain multiple entries by completing the other entry methods and increase your chances of winning. Please review all Terms and Conditions on the giveaway page before entering. While we wish we could run this contest everywhere, for legal reasons it is only open to eligible residents of the U.S. and Canada, not including Rhode Island. This contest is exclusively endorsed by Liberty Jane Clothing and larougetdelisle. Not endorsed by or affiliated with American Girl®.

We'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment and tell us - which look is best! And be sure to thank Cinnamon and the larougetdelisle team for giving away such cute outfits!

Thanks, everyone!

The larougetdelisle Team

Enter To Win! Which Look Is Best? Vote Now!

This week's giveaway includes two unique stylings of the Jeans Bundle pattern designed to fit 18 inch American Girl dolls! Which style do you like best? Be sure to vote to help us decide which look is best and be entered into the giveaway to win all of the items* featured in both looks! (*Note - dolls are not included in the giveaway.)

More About The Mix Up:  This week we are excited to present two cute looks that feature the Jeans Bundle (shorts variation) doll clothes pattern design.

The giveaway includes:

• The Denim Shorts: Perfect for summer, these dark teal stretch denim shorts feature real front and back pockets and an elastic waist casing. Wear them rolled twice for the trekker look or turn them up one more time for the hotter days of summer! 
• The Summer Tunes outfit includes a crocheted top made from the Little Abbee Beach Tank Top pattern (made by Etsy shop -Bella Boo's Closet). We've completed the look with a fun pair of headphones, a tiny cell phone, and white summer sandals!

• The City Trekker outfit includes a striped knit top made from the UK Holiday Top pattern (exclusive pattern hack from the SWC Elastic course), a darling Cross Body bag in a bright and sunny yellow dot print, and a pair of white tennis shoes!

Make It Today: Like the two looks that we've created and want to make your own? Click the images below to check out the patterns available.

Vote Now & Enter To Win: You enter through the entry form that is embedded on this page and appears just below this paragraph, if you don't see it, be sure to visit the page from your desktop or an alternate browser such as Google Chrome. It may not appear on all mobile devices. The complete rules and entry details appear on the entry form. This is not a comment contest - in other words, leaving a comment on the bottom of this page is not an official entry method. The only required entry method is to vote in the poll to help us decide which look is best. One person will receive the outfit. You can enter once, or gain multiple entries by completing the other entry methods and increase your chances of winning. Please review all Terms and Conditions on the giveaway page before entering. While we wish we could run this contest everywhere, for legal reasons it is only open to eligible residents of the U.S. and Canada, not including Rhode Island. This contest is exclusively endorsed by Liberty Jane Clothing and larougetdelisle. Not endorsed by or affiliated with American Girl®.

We'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment and tell us - which look is best! And be sure to thank Cinnamon and the larougetdelisle team for giving away such cute outfits!

Thanks, everyone!

The larougetdelisle Team

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This week's giveaway includes two unique stylings of the Yacht Club Dress designed to fit 18 inch American Girl dolls! Which style do you like best? Be sure to vote to help us decide which look is best and be entered into the giveaway to win all of the items* featured in both looks! (*Note - dolls are not included in the giveaway.)

More About The Mix Up:  This week we are excited to present two cute looks that feature the Yacht Club Dress doll clothes pattern design.

The giveaway includes:

• The Yacht Club Dress: The dress featured here, has been made by Jen Ashley Designs (Etsy Shop) using the Melody Valerie Couture Yacht Club Dress Pattern. 
• The Head Of The Class outfit includes a black vegan leather tote and a cute pair of black Mary Jane style shoes!
• The Starboard Sweetheart outfit includes a cute pair of coordinating slip-on shoes and a sailboat tote to complete the look!

Make It Today: Like the two looks that we've created and want to make your own? Click the images below to check out the patterns available.

Vote Now & Enter To Win: You enter through the entry form that is embedded on this page and appears just below this paragraph, if you don't see it, be sure to visit the page from your desktop or an alternate browser such as Google Chrome. It may not appear on all mobile devices. The complete rules and entry details appear on the entry form. This is not a comment contest - in other words, leaving a comment on the bottom of this page is not an official entry method. The only required entry method is to vote in the poll to help us decide which look is best. One person will receive the outfit. You can enter once, or gain multiple entries by completing the other entry methods and increase your chances of winning. Please review all Terms and Conditions on the giveaway page before entering. While we wish we could run this contest everywhere, for legal reasons it is only open to eligible residents of the U.S. and Canada, not including Rhode Island. This contest is exclusively endorsed by Liberty Jane Clothing and larougetdelisle. Not endorsed by or affiliated with American Girl®.

Visit the Melody Valerie Couture pattern collection today!

Get to know Melinda: Melinda is an accomplished craftswoman and pattern designer. She spent her childhood making anything and everything, but began to specialize in sewing and pattern-making in high school. During her university studies, she cultivated her gifts for design, presentation, and garment construction. In 2008, she founded Melody Valerie Couture, which provides limited edition, couture-quality dresses to 18″ dolls. She worked with us on the Liberty Jane Design team for a few years and has since gone on to work in the design industry!

We'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment and tell us - which look is best! And be sure to thank Melinda and the larougetdelisle team for giving away such cute outfits!

Thanks, everyone!

The larougetdelisle Team

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This week's giveaway includes two unique stylings of the Serenade Maxi Dress designed to fit 18 inch American Girl dolls! Which style do you like best? Be sure to vote to help us decide which look is best and be entered into the giveaway to win all of the items* featured in both looks! (*Note - dolls are not included in the giveaway.)

More About The Mix Up:  This week we are excited to present two cute looks that feature the Serenade Maxi Dress doll clothes pattern design.

The giveaway includes:

• The Serenade Maxi Dress: The dress featured here, has been made by Karen Wadsworth as a prototype piece for use in her pattern! The dress features a fitted, dropped bodice with a graceful curve, a high-low skirt, and pretty bias ties that add an unexpected touch to the back. It's made in a lightweight woven cotton with a beautiful Hawaiian style print. Perfect for summer!
• The Market Stroll outfit includes a floppy burlap beach hat made using the My Angie Girl Sun Bathing Cutie pattern, and is paired with white sandals and a darling little flower bouquet! She'll be ready to stroll around at the local farmers market for hours on end in this super cute look!
• The Ala Moana Style outfit includes a few stylish accessories for the trendsetting doll on her way to shop at the world famous Ala Moana Shopping Center! She is wearing a pair of animal print sunglasses, iridescent green flats, and a cute brown faux leather handbag.

Make It Today: Like the two looks that we've created and want to make your own? Click the images below to check out the patterns available.

Vote Now & Enter To Win: You enter through the entry form that is embedded on this page and appears just below this paragraph, if you don't see it, be sure to visit the page from your desktop or an alternate browser such as Google Chrome. It may not appear on all mobile devices. The complete rules and entry details appear on the entry form. This is not a comment contest - in other words, leaving a comment on the bottom of this page is not an official entry method. The only required entry method is to vote in the poll to help us decide which look is best. One person will receive the outfit. You can enter once, or gain multiple entries by completing the other entry methods and increase your chances of winning. Please review all Terms and Conditions on the giveaway page before entering. While we wish we could run this contest everywhere, for legal reasons it is only open to eligible residents of the U.S. and Canada, not including Rhode Island. This contest is exclusively endorsed by Liberty Jane Clothing and larougetdelisle. Not endorsed by or affiliated with American Girl®.

Visit the Forever 18 Inches pattern collection today!

Get to know Karen (in her own words): I've always loved dolls. My tenth birthday present from my mother was an honest-to-goodness sewing basket filled to the brim with supplies, and a Barbie pattern. I was in heaven! I sewed throughout my high school years and then began again when my great nieces received American Girl dolls. My teenage sons were horrified that their mother was playing with dolls. During that time I also discovered Liberty Jane patterns. Wow--stylish, detailed patterns for dolls with fantastic instructions and a beautiful fit! Before I realized what was happening I was designing my own patterns. Partnering with PixieFaire, as a seller and designer, has been such a fun adventure! I'm grateful to those of you who have become customers and friends along the way. This pattern is my thank you to all of you--enjoy!  

Get to know her a little more with this fun Q and A interview!

Q.  What's your favorite food?

Karen:  There isn't much I don't like.  But if it packs some heat it will usually be high on the approval list.  Chiles, salsa, Szechuan, Thai….bring it on! I do make exceptions for dark chocolate.

Q.  What's your favorite tv show, movie, or book?

Karen:  I like NCIS and The Great British Baking Show, and love the 1995 A&E version of Pride and Prejudice.  The David Suchet series of Hercule Poirot stories is wonderful, too!  Return to Me and Babette's Feast are two of my favorite movies.  Favorite book?  That's like trying to name a favorite child.  But I enjoy reading anything by C.S. Lewis, Dorothy Sayers, James Herriot, Jane Austen, and George MacDonald.  Tom Sawyer and Tolkien's Lord of the Rings trilogy are other favorites.  

Q.  Coffee or tea?

Karen:  Both.  Coffee with strong flavors and tea with more delicate ones.  Except for ginger tea.  It's a stand-alone any-time-of-the-day drink.  (As I think about it, it's probably because of the heat factor.)

Q.  Where's your favorite place to shop?

Karen:  I can get lost for hours in a used bookstore.  I also love cruising through fabric stores, art supply stores, nurseries, and produce stands.  When I visited the downtown flower market warehouse I felt like I was stepping into Oz!  Basically, anything that deals with color is very appealing.

Q.  What inspired your brand name?

Karen:  It's a play on the Forever 21 store name.  My husband loves puns and I think it rubbed off on me.  

Q.  What is your dream vacation?

Karen:  There's so much I'd like to see..but anywhere with beautiful scenery where I can paint is a plus.  I'd love to visit Israel and spend a lot of time in Italy and Switzerland.

We'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment and tell us - which look is best! And be sure to thank Karen and the larougetdelisle team for giving away such cute outfits!

Thanks, everyone!

The larougetdelisle Team

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This week's giveaway includes two unique stylings of the Countryside Inn Aprons and Tablecloth Bundle designed to fit 18 inch American Girl dolls! Which style do you like best? Be sure to vote to help us decide which look is best and be entered into the giveaway to win all of the items* featured in both looks! (*Note - dolls and outfits are not included in the giveaway - just the aprons and tablecloth/napkin set.)

More About The Mix Up:  This week we are excited to present two cute looks that feature the Countryside inn pattern design. 

The giveaway includes:

• The Countryside Inn Set: This set includes two adorable aprons complete with dainty ruffled, wrap around sash and tiny front pocket. The tablecloth is accented with gingham strips and petal applique, and the 4 napkins coordinate with the tiny petal applique too!
• The Diner Girl outfit features tiny delicate floral print accented with a cornflower blue ruffle, the red gingham sash completes the look!
• The Summer Picnic outfit features the red gingham prominently, accented with tiny floral prints on both the ruffle and sash. Perfect for a summertime picnic!

Make It Today: Like the two looks that we've created and want to make your own? Click the images below to check out the patterns available.

Vote Now & Enter To Win: You enter through the entry form that is embedded on this page and appears just below this paragraph, if you don't see it, be sure to visit the page from your desktop or an alternate browser such as Google Chrome. It may not appear on all mobile devices. The complete rules and entry details appear on the entry form. This is not a comment contest - in other words, leaving a comment on the bottom of this page is not an official entry method. The only required entry method is to vote in the poll to help us decide which look is best. One person will receive the outfit. You can enter once, or gain multiple entries by completing the other entry methods and increase your chances of winning. Please review all Terms and Conditions on the giveaway page before entering. While we wish we could run this contest everywhere, for legal reasons it is only open to eligible residents of the U.S. and Canada, not including Rhode Island. This contest is exclusively endorsed by Liberty Jane Clothing and larougetdelisle. Not endorsed by or affiliated with American Girl®.

Visit the Little Miss Muffett pattern collection today!

“I have always had a love of sewing and have been fascinated with manipulating fabric since being taught by my gran at around the age of 7. In more recent years, besides general sewing, I have made and taught quilting.  My love of dolls was put on hold for many years until two years ago when I happened upon larougetdelisle’s site and fell in love with all the outfits and beautiful dolls.  

Living in South Africa, good quality dolls are not readily available, but a month after venturing into the doll world, my son surprised me with my beautiful AG Julie and with much encouragement from him, my late husband and awesome friends, I started designing dolls’ clothes.  I have finally found my niche and am loving every minute of it.”

We'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment and tell us - which look is best! And be sure to thank Margie and the larougetdelisle team for giving away such cute outfits!

Thanks, everyone!

The larougetdelisle Team

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This week's giveaway includes two unique stylings of the Splash Zone Swimsuit designed to fit 18 inch American Girl dolls! Which style do you like best? Be sure to vote to help us decide which look is best and be entered into the giveaway to win all of the items* featured in both looks! (*Note - dolls are not included in the giveaway)

More About The Mix Up:  This week we are excited to present two cute looks that feature the Peppermint Sticks Slapsh Zone Swimsuit. 

The giveaway includes:

• The Swimsuit: made by Linda, the owner of the Oh! So Dolled Up shop on Etsy using the Splashzone Swimsuit Doll Clothes Sewing Pattern. It's made in an iridescent blue swim fabric and features dainty little ruffles on the one shoulder design element and on the legs - too cute!
• The Pool Party outfit features a darling pair of pink swim goggles and a pink flamingo floatie!
• The Sipping In Style outfit features a cute casual look. The swimsuit is paired with a pair of white denim shorts, turquoise corduroy Janes shoes, yellow sunglasses, and a refreshing glass of lemonade!

Make It Today: Like the two looks that we've created and want to make your own? Click the images below to check out the patterns available.

Vote Now & Enter To Win: You enter through the entry form that is embedded on this page and appears just below this paragraph, if you don't see it, be sure to visit the page from your desktop or an alternate browser such as Google Chrome. It may not appear on all mobile devices. The complete rules and entry details appear on the entry form. This is not a comment contest - in other words, leaving a comment on the bottom of this page is not an official entry method. The only required entry method is to vote in the poll to help us decide which look is best. One person will receive the outfit. You can enter once, or gain multiple entries by completing the other entry methods and increase your chances of winning. Please review all Terms and Conditions on the giveaway page before entering. While we wish we could run this contest everywhere, for legal reasons it is only open to eligible residents of the U.S. and Canada, not including Rhode Island. This contest is exclusively endorsed by Liberty Jane Clothing and larougetdelisle. Not endorsed by or affiliated with American Girl®.

Visit the Peppermintsticks pattern collection today!

Get to know Jeri (in her own words): "I’ve always been a girl that loved dolls.  One of my favorite memories is when I was about 5 years old and my mom surprised me with a new outfit she had sewn while I was at kindergarten.  I came home and walked into my bedroom and there was my Tiny Tears doll standing up in her toy crib just like a real baby.  She was wearing a new flannel sleeper and cap.  I felt just like a real mommy.  You know, one of those Suzie homemaker toy commercials that play in slow motion.  It was just like a dream.  My mom made many of the outfits with her 1964 McCall’s pattern.  She taught me to hand sew with the scraps, alongside her as she sewed.  It's these types of memories that inspired me to sew for my own children and friends.  After all, creative imaginations love big wardrobes for their dolls." 

We'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment and tell us - which look is best! And be sure to thank Jeri and the larougetdelisle team for giving away such cute outfits!

Thanks, everyone!

The larougetdelisle Team

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This week's giveaway includes two unique stylings of the Sheer Delight Tunic designed to fit 18 inch American Girl dolls! Which style do you like best? Be sure to vote to help us decide which look is best and be entered into the giveaway to win all of the items* featured in both looks! (*Note - dolls are not included in the giveaway)

More About The Mix Up:  This week we are excited to present two cute looks that feature the Seams To Streams Sheer Delight Tunic. 

The giveaway includes:

• The Sheer Delight Tunic: made by Amy, as a prototype featured in her Doll Clothes Sewing Pattern. This delightful top uses a combination of knit and sheer or silky fabric to create a faux layered look with a delicate trim and a knit band across the front. The discrete sleeve trim adds an extra pop of color and contributes to the faux layered look. The back departs from the faux layered theme with an arched, pleated trim piece for a bit of flare and surprise giving the top a “hi-lo” design.
• The Space Parade outfit features an adventurous look paired with purple tights, cute rubber rainboots, and a tiny pink polka dot pinwheel!
• The Unicorn Party outfit features a more feminine look paired with white leggings, pink ankle strap shoes and a darling unicorn mask (made from the Miss Cakes Closet pattern)  - perfect for the party theme! 

Make It Today: Like the two looks that we've created and want to make your own? Click the images below to check out the patterns available.

Vote Now & Enter To Win: You enter through the entry form that is embedded on this page and appears just below this paragraph, if you don't see it, be sure to visit the page from your desktop or an alternate browser such as Google Chrome. It may not appear on all mobile devices. The complete rules and entry details appear on the entry form. This is not a comment contest - in other words, leaving a comment on the bottom of this page is not an official entry method. The only required entry method is to vote in the poll to help us decide which look is best. One person will receive the outfit. You can enter once, or gain multiple entries by completing the other entry methods and increase your chances of winning. Please review all Terms and Conditions on the giveaway page before entering. While we wish we could run this contest everywhere, for legal reasons it is only open to eligible residents of the U.S. and Canada, not including Rhode Island. This contest is exclusively endorsed by Liberty Jane Clothing and larougetdelisle. Not endorsed by or affiliated with American Girl®.

Visit the Seams To Streams pattern collection today!

Get to know Katie (in her own words): "I began learning to sew and design unique baby and teething products in response to a call to missions when my now 7 and 9-year-old children were babies, and eventually had the opportunity to sell my designs in a couple of local shops. Demand for doll clothing in one of those shops led me to discover the world of doll clothing. I soon realized that doll clothing was a fun and affordable way to learn garment sewing skills and hone my overall sewing skills while fulfilling my mission. Finding motivation and enjoyment in the creative process and in sewing my own designs, I participated in Liberty Jane's Design and Pattern Academies and was excited to find myself quickly designing and creating my own doll patterns. I work as a team with my husband, Tom, who takes care of the technical side of Seams to Streams’ patterns. My long term vision extends to teaching others to sew, and has begun to unfold as I conducted my first sewing class for children in 2018 and have plans to teach another one in the coming year."

Inquiring Minds Want To Know:

Q: What's your favorite food? 
Amy: Guacamole!

Q: Coffee or Tea?
Amy: Tea

Q: What inspired your brand name?
Amy: Using sewing to raise money for wells in Africa

Q: Do you collect anything (other than dolls, of course!)?
Amy: Audiobooks (a bit obsessively…it pairs well with sewing!) and homeschool books and curriculum, also a bit obsessively. My husband would say that is an understatement. ☺

Q: What is your dream vacation? 
Amy: Tough one! I’d love a “European Tour” with my husband, as I’ve not yet been there, but I long to return to Peru and Brazil as well.

We'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment and tell us - which look is best! And be sure to thank Amy and the larougetdelisle team for giving away such cute outfits!

Thanks, everyone!

The larougetdelisle Team

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This week's giveaway includes two unique stylings of the Maisy Dress designed to fit 18 inch American Girl dolls! Which style do you like best? Be sure to vote to help us decide which look is best and be entered into the giveaway to win all of the items* featured in both looks! (*Note - dolls are not included in the giveaway)

More About The Mix Up:  This week we are excited to present two cute looks that feature the Spda Pop Street Maisy Dress. 

The giveaway includes:

• The Maisy Dress made by independent shop owner, Bellaboos Closet. The hi-lo maxi dress is made in a lightweight rayon challis fabric, in a pretty shade of red accented with a bold floral print. Tiny cluny trim adds the perfect finishing detail to the dress. The dress is finished professionally with serged seams and a hook and look closure at center back
• The Weekend Wanderer outfit features a layered look paired with an authenticaly distressed tiny darkwashed denim jacket made from the Liberty jane Denim Jacket pattern (also from Bellaboo's Closet). We've completed the look with black ankle boots!
• The Ladylike Luncheon outfit includes a tiny boquet of roses, made of clay, and delicately wrapped! We've completed this look with a pair of silver sandals!

Make It Today: Like the two looks that we've created and want to make your own? Click the images below to check out the patterns available.

Vote Now & Enter To Win: You enter through the entry form that is embedded on this page and appears just below this paragraph, if you don't see it, be sure to visit the page from your desktop or an alternate browser such as Google Chrome. It may not appear on all mobile devices. The complete rules and entry details appear on the entry form. This is not a comment contest - in other words, leaving a comment on the bottom of this page is not an official entry method. The only required entry method is to vote in the poll to help us decide which look is best. One person will receive the outfit. You can enter once, or gain multiple entries by completing the other entry methods and increase your chances of winning. Please review all Terms and Conditions on the giveaway page before entering. While we wish we could run this contest everywhere, for legal reasons it is only open to eligible residents of the U.S. and Canada, not including Rhode Island. This contest is exclusively endorsed by Liberty Jane Clothing and larougetdelisle. Not endorsed by or affiliated with American Girl®.

Visit the Soda Pop Street pattern collection today!

Get to know Katie (in her own words): I started at a young age hand sewing creations for my American Girl dolls. My passion for sewing continued to grow when I received my first sewing machine. I soon began to start photographing my creations and looking for patterns. I discovered a whole world of handmade doll clothes. I was inspired to start my own doll clothes business.  From there, I began to create my own unique designs.  I enjoy turning the current fashions into doll size creations.  I have also expanded my interest in sewing into making custom dance leotards.

We'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment and tell us - which look is best! And be sure to thank Bellaboo's Closet, Katie, and the larougetdelisle team for giving away such cute outfits!

Thanks, everyone!

The larougetdelisle Team

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This week's giveaway includes two unique stylings of the Outdoor Concert Cropped Hoodie designed to fit 18 inch American Girl dolls! Which style do you like best? Be sure to vote to help us decide which look is best and be entered into the giveaway to win all of the items* featured in both looks! (*Note - dolls are not included in the giveaway)

More About The Mix Up:  This week we are excited to present two cute looks that feature the Jen Ashley Doll Design Outdoor Concert Cropped Hoodie. 

The giveaway includes:

• The Outdoor Concert Cropped Hoodie made by Laurie Kwok, the designer behind the Jen Ashley Doll Design brand. The body of the hoodie is made in a red knit fabric and the hood and sleeves are accented with a cute zebra print fabric.
• The Skater Girl outfit includes a sporty pair of black leggings with white accents, and finished off with a cute pair of black roller blade!
• The Preppy GIrl outfit includes a classic pair of white denim shorts an we've added a cute pair of zebre print eyelgasses to complete the look!!

Make It Today: Like the two looks that we've created and want to make your own? Click the images below to check out the patterns available.

Vote Now & Enter To Win: You enter through the entry form that is embedded on this page and appears just below this paragraph, if you don't see it, be sure to visit the page from your desktop or an alternate browser such as Google Chrome. It may not appear on all mobile devices. The complete rules and entry details appear on the entry form. This is not a comment contest - in other words, leaving a comment on the bottom of this page is not an official entry method. The only required entry method is to vote in the poll to help us decide which look is best. One person will receive the outfit. You can enter once, or gain multiple entries by completing the other entry methods and increase your chances of winning. Please review all Terms and Conditions on the giveaway page before entering. While we wish we could run this contest everywhere, for legal reasons it is only open to eligible residents of the U.S. and Canada, not including Rhode Island. This contest is exclusively endorsed by Liberty Jane Clothing and larougetdelisle. Not endorsed by or affiliated with American Girl®.

Visit the Jen Ashley pattern collection today!

Get to know Laurie (in her own words): I was inspired to sew at a young age by two of my aunts who sewed and crocheted every chance they had.  I was impressed by the beautiful things they created for their families and themselves. One aunt taught me the basics of sewing and crocheting and how to sew doll clothes for my Barbie, Skipper, Tammy, and Pepper dolls.  By the time I reached my teens, I was making clothes for myself.  When my children were growing up, I made most of their dress clothes, some of their play clothes, and most of their Halloween costumes.  I made several suits and sailor outfits for my two sons and matching hand smocked dresses for my daughter and her American Girl dolls.  I enjoy making doll clothes for my Etsy shop, craft shows, and custom orders.  I started publishing patterns with larougetdelisle in 2014.  So far, I have a variety of patterns (including sports patterns) inspired by clothing children and teens wear. 

Inquiring Minds Want To Know:

Q: What's your favorite food? 
Laurie: Italian dishes made with fresh tomatoes, herbs, and fresh vegetables

Q: Coffee or Tea?
Laurie: Coke or green tea

Q: What inspired your brand name?
Laurie: My brand name is a combination of the first three letters of my youngest child’s first name and her middle name written as one name.  She collected American Girls when she was growing up and was the inspiration for my hobby…making doll clothes and sewing patterns.

Q: What's your favorite book or tv show?
Laurie:I love historical fiction.  

Q: What is your dream vacation? 
Laurie: Any place where I don’t have to worry about a schedule or a deadline.

We'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment and tell us - which look is best! And be sure to thank Laurie and the larougetdelisle team for giving away such cute outfits!

Thanks, everyone!

The larougetdelisle Team

Enter To Win! Which Look Is Best? Vote Now!

This week's giveaway includes two unique stylings of the Cowgirl Ranch Chaps designed to fit 18 inch American Girl dolls! Which style do you like best? Be sure to vote to help us decide which look is best and be entered into the giveaway to win all of the items* featured in both looks! (*Note - dolls are not included in the giveaway)

More About The Mix Up:  This week we are excited to present two cute looks that feature the 18 on Main Cowgirl Ranch Chaps. With this fun design, we've tapped into our inner farm girl to create Cowgirl Cutie and Cowgirl Chic. One has a bit more rugged flavor for the girl that's ready to get her hands dirty and the other is for the more stylish cowgirl that wants to look her best on the ranch!

The giveaway includes:

• The Cowgirl Ranch Chaps are a fun all in one design. The fitted pants are made in a light wash stretch denim, they have a flat waistband and a center back hook and loop closure. The chaps are made in a lightweight microsuede fabric that looks like well-worn leather. They are sewn into the pants at the waistband and have an elastic strap that slips around the thigh.
• The Cowgirl Cutie outfit includes a short sleeve button front blouse made by Karen Sherman (of Jelly Bean Soup Designs) from the LJ Button Up Shirt pattern. The accessories include a darling cowboy hat, brown booties, and rope for wrangling!
• The Cowgirl Chic outfit includes an eyelet lace tank top made by independent Etsy store owner -Lorelie Creations made from the LJ Tank Top patterns. The accessories include a darling animal print scarf, black cowboy boots, and snacks to share with those hungry cowboys!

Make It Today: Like the two looks that we've created and want to make your own? Click the images below to check out the patterns available.

Vote Now & Enter To Win: You enter through the entry form that is embedded on this page and appears just below this paragraph, if you don't see it, be sure to visit the page from your desktop or an alternate browser such as Google Chrome. It may not appear on all mobile devices. The complete rules and entry details appear on the entry form. This is not a comment contest - in other words, leaving a comment on the bottom of this page is not an official entry method. The only required entry method is to vote in the poll to help us decide which look is best. One person will receive the outfit. You can enter once, or gain multiple entries by completing the other entry methods and increase your chances of winning. Please review all Terms and Conditions on the giveaway page before entering. While we wish we could run this contest everywhere, for legal reasons it is only open to eligible residents of the U.S. and Canada, not including Rhode Island. This contest is exclusively endorsed by Liberty Jane Clothing and larougetdelisle. Not endorsed by or affiliated with American Girl®.

Visit the 18 On Main pattern collection today!

Get to know Diane (in her own words): For me, it’s all about that little spark of magic that happens when you see kids touch a new outfit for the first time. How they touch it and look it over, inspecting all the little details.  I try to design pieces that will keep that spark alive long after its sewn. It’s a great compliment when I hear adults say my patterns remind them of their youth. Success? It’s knowing I’ve brought a smile, maybe taught something new or added some fun imagination to their play. I enjoy designing pieces that kids can really play with. It’s a magical job to know that I’m in the business of designing smiles for little faces.  

We'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment and tell us - which look is best! And be sure to thank the larougetdelisle team for giving away such cute outfits!

Thanks, everyone!

The larougetdelisle Team