Doll Dress Up for Kids

Doll dress up for kids can range from dressing fashion dolls, baby dolls, paper dolls and even online cyber dolls. No matter what type of doll, almost every little girl enjoys putting together clothes and accessories to create one of a kind fashion. Although the selection available online and in toy stores is extensive, there will likely come a point where she wants to create her own unique fashions.

Since 1959, when Barbie was launched, kids have clamored for this blonde icon of perfection. In fact, Barbie has never really gone out of style, although trends do change and her popularity sometimes has peaks and valleys. Barbie is still a very popular gift. Her clothing ranges from evening wear to casual wear, and you can find a huge array of accessories--everything from purses, to boots, to coats. Barbie even has pets these days.

Barbie represents everything the modern woman can possibly be, and despite critics, she can actually be a good role model for girls. It's important to remember that this is just a doll. The personality she takes on comes from what you've taught your daughter about values, morals and being all she can be. You'll find everything from princess Barbie dolls to doctors and business women in the Mattel fashion doll line. However, the real fun comes in swapping out the clothes that Barbie is shipped with, and creating new looks. Although she might be a veterinarian during the day, she'll want a few fabulous evening dresses for a night on the town, and even a sundress or two for a day at the beach.

Toy stores offer many different choices in Barbie doll dress up for kids. It is also fairly simple to make your own Barbie clothes or to purchase unique designs on Ebay and other online sources. Craft fairs also frequently offer handmade clothing, including some crocheted designs.

No baby doll would be complete without the perfect clothes. Many little girls enjoy dressing their dolls to match their own outfits. There are even dolls available that can be made to look like your own little girl. My Twinn dolls are created to your specifications. You can then purchase matching clothing for child and doll. These make great gifts.

For as long as little girls have been having tea parties with their teddy bears and baby dolls, moms have been sewing new clothes for those dolls. If you aren't particularly handy with a needle and thread, then you may want to enlist the help of a friend or family member. Better yet, take some local sewing classes with your daughter, so you can both learn to sew. This can be a fun activity and a life skill that your daughter will find comes in handy once she is an adult.

Barbie is readily available in most big box retail stores as a paper fashion doll. You can usually purchase her and her clothing in a small book in the toy section or the book and magazine section. However, when those clothes wear out or you are ready for more, consider making your own clothing. Clothing catalogs, such as Sears and JC Penny can be a good source for cutting out paper clothes. You can also locate clothing templates and color in the designs. With programs like PaintShop, you can create almost any design. Print on glossy paper for a prettier look or on heavier card stock for durability.

There are also templates where you can create your own Barbie and her clothing too!

There are many online Barbie games and baby doll games where kids can choose everything from hair color and style to clothing. There are several of these games listed in LoveToKnow's article on makeup and dress up games.

There are many different opportunities for your child to learn more about dressing up dolls and develop her own personal style and fashion sense. As she plays dress up, she'll learn what colors and looks go well together and what do not. You never know; she may be the next great fashion designer one day and keep you well supplied with the latest in vogue fashions.

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