Babydoll Sewing Patterns by Simplicity
Babydoll tops are super hard to find in retail stores - but even harder to find sewing patterns for! While I figure out how to upload my personal sewing patterns, here are some you can make quickly and easily from a reputable manufacturer.
While most of these patterns come as dresses, adjusting the length is very easy - cut the bottom end of the pattern pieces for the skirt to your desired length and voila!
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Slip & Camisole by Simplicity (S9285)
This top was actually my first ever sewing project! I think it is so chic and it has a certain vintage flair. I love the lace trim and it's definitely a great project for a beginner sewer. I was very lucky this pattern included a photo of a person wearing it! I actually find those a lot more helpful than illustrations (although they're very pretty).
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Nightgown in Two Lengths by McCall's (M8535)
As mentioned in the introduction, this pattern is one for dresses, not tops, but it can still be altered to become a top. Or you can wear it as it was meant - a super cute babydoll dress! Whatever your heart desires. I really love the modesty panel and the ruching of the bust.
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1970s Dress and Top by McCall's (M8258)
This pattern comes as both a dress and top - no altering needed! I love the ruching on the bust, the fluttery sleeves... everything about this is so precious! The illustrations are probably of my favorite of this whole post. Regardless, a kind user on Reddit shared a post detailing their experience sewing the pattern, which can be found here.
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1970s Robe and Nightgown (M8430)
This 1970s nightgown can add a vintage touch to any closet! The ruffle details are to die for! I was unfortunately unable to find any photos of people wearing this pattern due to the number being shared with another pattern. However, the illustration is super cute!
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1970s Jumpsuit by Vogue Patterns(V2041)
The gathers of this pattern are so cool! You would probably need to alter this jumpsuit into a dress or top, but gosh is the bodice so amazing! I unfortunately wasn't able to find any finished photos of this pattern.
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1970s Robe and Nightgown (M8430)
This 1970s nightgown can add a vintage touch to any closet! The ruffle details are to die for! I was unfortunately unable to find any photos of people wearing this pattern due to the number being shared with another pattern. However, the illustration is super cute!
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Lace Trimmed Slip & Camisole by Vogue Patterns (V8888)
While this top is the last item on our list, to me it's the cutest! It also comes with patterns for a robe and underwear. The lace details make it feel so feminine and soft. While I haven't made this top just yet, it is definitely on the top of my wishlist. The packaging for this pattern includes a photo of someone wearing it!
