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My favorite Doll related books
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items I love a good book! When it is about the thing you love most, what can be better. Here are some of my books and my recommendations, Enjoy! A note on my cosy sewing book nook! This list contains affiliate links. If you follow a path to a wonderful boo...
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IF you can get hold of this book, it is a MUST have! Excellent reference for any Sasha collector with beautiful full colour, full page pictures, making identification very easy. Essential book for any collector
Sasha Dolls: Throughout the Years (Hardcover)
Ssshhhh… keep this secret!!
It’s EVERYTHING you ever needed to know about the world of BJD dolls.
It’s a real treasure!!
An Angel's Guide to Modern Ball Jointed Dolls
As a collector of these types of dolls, I know how valuable a book like this can be.
Buying & Selling Celebrity Dolls by Michele Karl
Lose yourself in these beautiful pictures, and maybe one day, that one doll, will come to you.
World's Most Beautiful Dolls, Volume 2 by Joan Muyskens Pursley
SPECIAL OFFER! Wow, how cool is this? Did you do paper dolls too? Even if you dont cut them out and dress them up, the fashions are pure inspiration!
The Great Gatsby Fashion Paper Dolls by Eileen Miller | Waterstones
Many happy hours spent cutting out paper dolls. Even just to have as a fashion inspiration these books are a treasure.
Dollys and Friends Originals, Christmas Gowns Paper Dolls by Basak Tinli | Waterstones
Stephan is a real authority on these dolls. His collection of Studio dolls is exquisite! Ideal reference.
Sasha Dolls by Steffan Biffiger | Waterstones
Invaluable book for a collector of fashion dolls. Have you lost an accessory? Here you can find what you should have and what goes with what!
It's All About the Accessories for the World's Mt Fashionable Dolls, 1959-1972 by Hillary Shilkitus James | Waterstones
You cant beat Tom Tierney when it comes to these books.
Newport Fashions of the Gilded Age Paper Dolls by Tom Tierney | Waterstones
Susan Brewer is an absolute authority on dolls and her book is pure nostalgia
Susan Brewer books and biography
Absolutely delightful book, a trip down memory lane!
Dolls and Accessories of the 1950s by Dian Zillner | Waterstones
Excellent book for identifying and dating dolls
Dolls & Accessories 1910-1930s by Dian Zillner
A very useful book to have regardless of the genre of doll, the cleaning and repair is universal.
The Care and Repair of Dolls by Susan Brewer
I'd advise against collecting dolls because once you start you wont be able to stop!! But if you must…..
Collecting Dolls by Constance Eileen King
A GLORIOUS book, beautifully illustrated containing the most beautiful fabric dolls I have ever seen.
Figures in Fabric by Lisa Lichtenfels
A joyous trip down memory lane. But on a more serious note, an excellent reference for discovering identities and ages of dolls. It's here on my shelf too!
Collector's Guide to Dolls of the 1960s and 1970s: Identification and
This book is just divine! Really something else. It is a sheer joy to just look through the pages. Even if you have no intention of dressing Faeries!
Fairie-Ality - House Of Ellwand
Lisa Lichtenfels will just blow your mind - again, with volume 2!!
Lisa Lichtenfels Figures in Fabric, Volume 2
OK, not strictly just dolls, but dont you wish you were the one standing outside that window? A gratuitous trip down memory lane.
The British Toy Industry by Kenneth Brown
Every doll needs these, I can highly recommend these, they make great props for your photography
Mini Brands Mini Books Series 2 Capsule by ZURU, Collectible Miniature Book
A seriously helpful guide for buying, selling and identifying some valuable and highly collectable dolls.
Antique Traders Doll Makers and Marks Identification Guide Book Dawn Herlocher
Buying backdated magazines, especially in a folder, is a great way to get information, help, tips and inspiration! (And much cheaper than buying current magazines off the shelf!)
JOB LOT of 12 x Magazines in Binder "The Doll Magazine" 2004 to 2007
Doll Magazines are a really good source of information, the backdated ones are equally as useful and interesting! (and cheaper!) The “DOLL ADVERTISER” magazine is produced in very small numbers in the UK and is a lovely read.
Doll Advertiser 2003 11th Edition UK Premier Doll Magazine For Collectors
The International Doll Magazine is a beautiful in depth magazine to have. Lots of exclusives, information and guides. This is my backdated copy but even so they are a great way to be introduced to a doll before you make your massive outlay buying dol...
Doll Magazine The International Doll Collectors Magazine Apr/May 2007 Issue 98
Doll Reader is also another magazine worth looking at. Another one of small but very worthwhile production numbers.
Doll Reader 2009 Feb Collectors Edition Fashion Doll Collectors Magazine
Just take some time for yourself and immerse yourself shamelessly in the toys of yesteryear!
Memories of Childhood Everyday Collectables Hardback book
Momoko is a lovely simple looking fashion doll but really worth a look!
All About momoko DOLL
Sewing Pattern Books
A great book for doll sewing, very easy to follow instructions and full size patterns provided.
The Doll Dressmaker Venus A Dodge Complete Doll Clothes Makers Guide Patterns
A MUST HAVE for making beautiful clothes. Easy to follow and all full size patterns included for various size dolls.
Dressing Dolls with Rosemarie Ionker by Rosemarie Ionker
Worth every penny! EASY step by step instructions, fully illustrated, guides you through the whole process. All patterns included.
The Art of Making Beautiful Fashion Doll Shoes
All you need for creating historical Fashions for your doll. Doll sized patterns that are easy to use. Full patterns and instructions.
Patterns of Fashion: 1660-1860
This book gives you all the pattern pieces for you to print out and use with full instructions. It gives instructions about how to scale up your pattern to human sizes but we dont want to do that do we?
Patterns of Fashion 2
A very useful source of patterns, it doesn't take much to alter these for modern fashion dolls.
French Fashion Doll's Wardrobe by Louise Hedrick
An easy place to start with some gentle sewing.
Clothes To Sew For 11 1/2" Fashion Dolls, Volume 1 by Linda Wright
I have this book, right here on my shelf. It is an absolute delight. It crosses the border between story books and making your own clothes. The way it has been written is so unique. All the sewing patterns are included.
The Mary Frances Sewing Book by Jane Eayre Fryer ...
Perfect!! Everything you need to dress Sasha.
Head to Toe: Doll Patterns for 16" Sasha Dolls
Incredibly useful book that I have on my shelf. Easy instructions for knitted flowers that make wonderful embellishments to your doll clothes.
100 Flowers to Knit & Crochet (new edition) by Lesley Stanfield | Waterstones
A very useful book that I keep to hand. Great instructions, easy to follow. Make all kinds of lace edgings for your dolls clothes. Really finished off a hand made garment.
Tessa Lorant's Knitted Lace Edgings Vol 2
I swear I have knitted every single one of these at some point. OK I know they are not strictly fashion dolls, but they are fun to knit, I thoroughly recommend having a go at knitting these.
Jean Greenhowe Designs Official Website - Knitting patterns, knitted dolls, toys
Free patterns! What's not to love? Get started and give it a go!!
16-inch doll clothes patterns - Free Doll Clothes Patterns
This isn't meant to be patronising, I truly want to cater for everyone when it comes to starting sewing and I urge you if you have never tried, please start with something simple, just have a go!
I Can Make Dolls' Clothes
FREE sewing patterns that will fir the Smart doll!
Ready To Print – (1/4) MSD Doll Patterns
FREE Smart Doll Sewing patterns - I have tried all of these and they are great!!
Free Apparel Patterns for Smart Dolls
Ok, now you can go crazy! Seriously though, this book is an excellent guide to making serious hats for your fashion dolls!
The Art of Making Miniature Millinery
Doris Mixon is a genuine powerhouse of information when it comes to fashion dolls. I met her in California after I won the Project Dollway Competition, she is a lovely lady and I would recommend all her work.
Miniature Mannequins: ID & Price Guide
Designs by Jude - the best place for up to date modern doll fashions, lovely patterns for most dolls
designsbyjude - Etsy
Helpful Sewing Reference Books
An invaluable books when making corsetry. Incredibly intricate to make for dolls but much easier with a bit of guidance.
Corsets - Jill Salen
Wonderfully inspirational and a great refence for historical fashions and the art of draping.
Erté's Fashion Designs: 218 Illustrations
A truly glorious book that graces my shelves, if you need inspiration look no further.
AngloMania: Tradition and Transgression in British Fashion - The Metropolitan Museum of Art
This is a beautiful, beautiful book that takes up space on my shelf! It is gloriously inspirational (and massive!)
Decades by Cameron Silver | Waterstones
A beautiful book with invaluable information. Some great help and hints for elevating your sewing designs.
Fashion in Detail: 6 by Claire Wilcox
Another book that graces my shelves, or quite often my workspace! Invaluable!
Couture Sewing Techniques, Revised & Updated by C Schaeffer
Dolls House Books
Immerse yourself in the tiny world of the Victoria and Albert museum Dolls House Collection. Stunning pictures and detailed information.
Dolls' Houses by Halina Pasierbska | Waterstones
You need to see this. If you cant get to see Queen Mary's Dolls House. This is absolutely the next best thing. Reading the book is like taking a walk inside this stunning house.
The Miniature Library of Queen Mary's Dolls' House by Elizabeth Clark Ashby, Kate Heard | Waterstones
An excellent reference for you to design and decorate your own period dolls house.
Designing and Decorating a Period Dolls’ House by Rebecca Micallef | Waterstones
An excellent reference book for researching and inspiration.
Dolls' Houses by Halina Pasierbska | Waterstones
It can be SO satisfying creating a period correct dolls house. But quite a challenge unless you have the right refence guide! This book is also a lovely way of inspiring yourself to create either a house or a room.
1900 House Book- Excellent Dolls House reference - Mark McCrum & Mathew Sturgis
Just pure delightful inspiration
Dolls' House Shops, Cafes and Restaurants by Jean Nisbett | Waterstones
For many years I collected the Dolls House Magazines. Periodically they would issue these project books and they are invaluable!
Dolls House Projects
I wouldn't be without this one, some great tips and things you would never think of.
How to Make Your Dolls' House Special by Beryl Armstrong
This book has sat on my shelf for many years, ideal for getting the period correct in your house.
The Authentic Georgian Dolls' House by Brian Long
I absolutely recommend this book, it is the one I used many times for ideas and inspirations.
Decorative Dolls Houses Book by Caroline Hamilton