Sew an XL doll bed: A doll bed for large dolls is a gorgeous gift! With my sewing instructions, even beginners can easily sew an XL doll bed for Baby Born.
The most important things at a glance
- The bed fits dolls and bears up to approx. 50 centimeters in length
- You can easily download the pattern for the doll bed in this post
- The doll bed is designed as a reversible bed; you can turn the bed inside out and it instantly has a completely different look
- The eBook also includes detailed sewing instructions for the matching bedding
Would you like to sew a cozy doll bed for large dolls (e.g., Baby Born), bears, and stuffed animals? Simply download the pattern, print it out, and start sewing!
What doll size is the doll bed suitable for?
The bed fits dolls and bears up to approx. 50 centimeters in length.
Can you also reverse the doll bed?
Of course, the doll bed is designed as a reversible bed. And reversing it is very easy! Just turn the bed inside out and it instantly has a completely different look!
What fabrics was the doll bed in the pictures sewn from?
I sewed the doll bed entirely from the beautiful fabrics by Tante Ema. I found the fabrics at Stoffe-Hemmers*.
I especially like the combination of pink and the clear green tones of the flamingo fabric.
For the outside, I used a very simple pink cotton fabric*.
Are there sewing instructions included for the doll bedding?
Yes, the eBook contains detailed sewing instructions for the matching bedding, i.e., pillow and blanket.
How can I print the pattern?
Print the pattern at 100% scale on A4 paper and tape the pattern pieces together along the lines. The layout plan, which is also printed on the pattern, will help you with this.
Is the seam allowance included in the pattern?
Yes, the seam allowance is already included in the pattern.
What fabrics can be used to sew the XL doll bed?
The XL doll bed can be sewn from all sturdy fabrics such as these:
The doll bed can also be sewn well from jersey*, Minky cuddle fleece*, or fleece*. In these cases, the back of the fabric should be ironed with Vlieseline H250 beforehand. This ensures the bed keeps its shape.
What stabilizer is used to pad the XL doll bed?
Experience has shown that Heat'n'Bond*, Soft and Stable*, or Style-Vil* are very suitable as padding because they provide good stability and give the bed a great shape.
Heat'n'Bond fleece* can be ironed on one side and holds its shape very well. Tip: I also like to reinforce bags with it!
This is what Heat'n'Bond looks like:
*I recently discovered Bosal*, which is available both as sew-in and iron-on (double-sided*!) versions.
You can also stabilize the bed with a double layer of Thermolam* or ironing board padding*. This makes it a little softer overall.
If you would like to know more about different fleeces and stabilizers, take a look at this post.
What can you use to sew the handles for the XL doll bed?
For the handles, you can use webbing, bias tape, or cords. You can sew them on after the bed is finished or, as I do in the instructions, attach them with eyelets.
Since every bed has a different center of gravity, it is necessary to experiment yourself to see exactly where the handles need to be positioned so that the bed is well-balanced.
Does SewSimple also have a pattern for smaller doll beds?
Oh yes! We have an eBook for doll beds in 4 sizes. You can find more information about that here.
Can you wash the doll bed?
I have washed the doll bed several times in the washing machine at 30°C. However, the bed is not suitable for the dryer. Thanks to the breathable Style-Vil*, however, it air-dries very well.
For questions and suggestions, you can send me an email at any time: hilfe@sewsimple.de
Happy simple sewing
your Sabine
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