We post a lot of sewing and knitting plans on Raising American Girls.  Well here’s something for those Mom’s feeling a little more adventurous, or those Dad’s looking for a way to get themselves integrated in to this unknown doll world his daughter lives in I think this 18 Inch Doll Sled plan from the [...]

I wouldn’t want to be responsible for the complete ruination of any gorgeous American Girl Dolls out there so I am prefacing this video that Nina foudn wth a disclaimer… don’t try this at home Sarah (better known as stephenswodadancer on YouTube) shares how to repaint your doll’s pale lips. I love watching her videos, [...]

American Girl Fan is starting a summer photo gallery and you can send her photos of your American Girl enjoying her summer and join in the fun.  Check out the rules here – we would love to see some of your photos in the final gallery!

I found a great video on how to remove sharpie and pen marks on your American Girl Doll. Its very easy for our dolls to get dirty and have discoloration on their plastic parts. Sarah or better know as stephenswodadancer makes another great video and shares this easy step by step process of removing the [...]

Here is a fabulous video on how to take care of your American Girl Doll if she has curly hair.  We get tons of questions on how to revive and renew problem hair on your dolls and I think this video is fabulous in explaining and to keep the hair shiny, non-frizzy and looking brand-new.

Last week we posted a crochet pattern and got lots of requests for links to more free 18 inch doll knitting patterns – especially from all of our Facebook fans. This one is From Lois’ Hands.  A knitting pattern for a gorgeous sweater that will fit your 18 Inch doll (like the American Girl ® doll).

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Emily Rose just celebrated her 12th birthday.  Now that she is getting older one of the things I miss is having a “theme birthday party”.  Don’t get me wrong we still have a great time on Emily’s birthday.  But long gone are the days of slaving over creating a “Blue’s Clue’s cupcake cake” or spending [...]

I am not a knitter at this time but I’d like to be!  My Mum showed me how to knit at an early age and I remember spending many quiet hours in a chair in the corner watching the chaos of a four child family from safely behind my needles.  But alas – I have [...]

Just in time for Valentine’s!  Emily Rose teaches you how to make a pop-up Valentine’s Day card.  We love to see photos of your efforts so please send them in so we can post them on our blog and Facebook page.  Emily Rose also announces a fun, new contest!!  There will be no new Emily [...]