- Cut sock straight across above the heel.
- Cut a small hole (maybe 1/4") just under the band at the top so one arm can slip through. Try to make the hole so the design (Santa in this case) is in a good position in front of the dress.
- Hem the bottom.
- Adding a belt helps give it some definition and fit better. I used a thin hairband, ribbon would be cute too.
- Cut sock straight across above the heel.
- Sew fancy trim to bottom of sock: lace, fringe, a ruffle, anything dangley and long that brings it close to floor length. I hand sewed the fringe on.
- Gather the top front of the band in two pleats and sew it securely. Add something sparkly and blingy there.
- Any other embellishments are up to you, sew or glue on sequins, beads or add some glitter if you'd like.
- Cut off the heel and toe creating a straight tube.
- Fold waist over and sew elastic (I used a thin hairband) into waistband.
- Add a hem to the bottom of the skirt.
- Take the leftover heel (from the skirt) and gently stretch it to the sides. This will roll the top and bottom.
- Cut the back open, fit it around the doll, cut off excess material.
- Sew on velcro or snaps for closure.
- Cut off the heel and toe creating a straight tube keeping it as long as you can.
- Gently turn fabric inside out. Using the fold on the top of the foot as a guide, make that the center front of your pants and sew up the inside of each leg to crotch-make the crotch seam a little bit square (I used two stitches across). Be sure to leave yourself a good 1 1/2" from the crotch to the waist. The idea for the inseam is to leave enough room to cut between the two legs.
- Sew side seam from top of waist (about 1/2" in from sides) to outside of pant leg about even with the crotch. You want it snug but with enough stretch to fit over her hips. Trim the excess fabric.
- Turn inside out.
- I made the waist high enough that it will be hidden by whatever (normal length) top the doll is wearing and I think the inseam stitches will help the bottom of the pants not roll up much. That was how I left my pants. You however, could fold and hem the waist and leg holes, or cut the center back open, fold all loose edges, sew in velcro and create a waistband... Or do any number of things to give the pants a more "finished" look-have fun!
So there you have it folks, five totally different looks from one pair of $1 socks.
And I think the Crochet Santa Hat HERE would be really cute with the pants or skirt!
Have a happy day:@)
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And I think the Crochet Santa Hat HERE would be really cute with the pants or skirt!
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