Sasha's Sunday Best

Sasha's Sunday Best came about in response to a request from Dorita Mortensen, editor of Doll Castle News magazine. She originally asked for an accessory -- a sweater, a hat, a shawl -- for her Sasha doll. However, sometimes I just look at a doll and "see" her in a completed outfit -- in this case, it was a lace-trimmed red dress with a snow-white shawl -- and, of course, a crinoline half-slip to make the skirt "pouf."

Though tailored for Sasha dolls, this ensemble should fit any 16 inch (or thereabouts) little girl doll with a chest approx. 8-3/4 inches, waist approx. 8-1/4 inches, and hips approx. 9 inches. Want a little bit longer dress? Add a few rows to the skirt! Instructions are also included for lengthening and/or widening the shawl.

This versatile ensemble crocheted in size 10 cotton thread includes Dress, Hairband/Sash, Shawl, Crinoline Half-Slip, and, as a bonus, the pattern for the snowflake she holds in the original photograph!