Sew Your Own Dolls: 25 stylish dolls to make and personalize by Louise Kelly

Sew Your Own Dolls: 25 stylish dolls to make and personalize by Louise Kelly is a brand‑new paperback craft guide that invites makers of all ages to create charming, truly unique dolls. Perfect for parents, teachers, gift buyers, and book lovers, this book blends playful design with approachable sewing ideas to spark creativity and confidence in every crafter.

What you’ll discover inside

In Sew Your Own Dolls there are girl dolls and boy dolls, casual dolls and fancy dolls, and even a doll in pyjamas! There are four basic body and head shapes and infinite possibilities for making them unique. The book offers characterful examples to spark ideas, including Maggie, who is going shopping in a chic navy dress coat and glitter clutch, Louisa, dressed for a casual day in jeans, a flannel shirt, and baseball shoes, and Hugo, a dapper sailor with a striped top and tattooed arms. These snapshots showcase how each doll can be personalized to reflect personality, mood, or story—a great fit for a family sewing activity or classroom project.

Format details and kid-friendly projects are complemented by clear, step-by-step guidance, making this a wonderful choice for a “paperback edition” sewing project that grows with the maker. The designs emphasize creativity, texture, and mix‑and‑match wardrobe ideas, helping crafters develop practical skills while producing keepsake dolls that are as unique as the makers themselves.

Product details

Condition: BRAND NEW

Format: Paperback

ISBN: 9781782494249

About the author

Mary Louise Kelly is an American broadcaster and author. She anchors the daily news show All Things Considered on National Public Radio (NPR), and previously covered national security at the network. Prior to NPR she reported for CNN and the BBC in London. Her writing has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, Newsweek, The Atlantic, and other publications. Her fiction and memoirs include Anonymous Sources (2013), The Bullet (2015), and It. Goes. So. Fast.: The Year of No Do-Overs (2023). Her background brings a thoughtful, story‑driven approach to crafting and personalizing dolls, making Sew Your Own Dolls both trustworthy and inspiring for curious minds.

Why this book stands out

• Four basic body shapes with unlimited personalization options
• 25 stylish dolls to make and personalize, including options for girls, boys, casual wear, and fancy outfits
• Accessible, beginner‑friendly instructions that still reward seasoned sewists
• Thoughtful character ideas (e.g., Maggie, Louisa, Hugo) to spark storytelling and play
• Ideal for a family project, classroom activity, or thoughtful gift set

Whether you’re seeking a delightful bedtime crafting ritual, a classroom activity that builds fine motor skills, or a memorable gift for a budding sewer, this doll‑making guide offers practical techniques, creative inspiration, and the timeless joy of handmade treasures. With its approachable format and engaging doll designs, it’s easy to see why Sew Your Own Dolls becomes a cherished part of any book collection or sewing kit.

Bring this charming project into your home and start sewing today—a perfect gift, a timeless keepsake, and a wonderful way to celebrate creativity, family time, and imaginative play.