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How to Make a Peg Doll - Vintage Fabric Craft

Tutor: Kate Nisbet, crafter and designer, What Kate Made

In this session, Lifelong crafter and designer Kate shows us how to repurpose vintage fabrics to make a cute peg doll.

In this peg doll tutorial, Kate demonstrates how to transform pieces of vintage fabric, lace and ribbons into a cute little doll. Using simple techniques, you’ll learn how to layer and shape the fabrics to bring your peg doll to life, making it a great project if you’re looking for scrap fabric ideas or want to try making a classic clothespin doll.

About Kate:

Kate is a lifelong crafter who runs craft workshops from her base at What Kate Made in Lancashire.

Video time

40 minutes

How to Make a Peg Doll - Vintage Fabric Craft | Virtual Village Hall | Royal Voluntary Service

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  • Dolly peg
  • Vintage fabrics, lace and ribbons
  • Glue
  • Needle and thread
  • Scissors

Vintage Fabric Collage

If you enjoyed this session and have fabric leftover, why not try Kate's previous session, making a beautiful vintage fabric collage wall hanging? 

Main image: a vintage fabric collage in pastel greens, blues and light browns, with embroidered flower details in dark pink and green.