Friday, April 22, 2011

{Make this!}
Simple .but adorable. doll-clothing hangers
A perfect Easter basket stuffer!

I have finally come to the conclusion {I got REAL with myself!} that I do indeed work best under pressure. Which is probably why quick, easy and cheap {but CUTE} projects just really, really appeal to me. {and why I procrastinate like no other....} Oh, you too? I don't think we are that un-common. And do you, perchance, have an American Girl doll lover in YOUR house? {or really, a doll lover of any kind?}

{I have TWO! - it gets.... a bit.... PRICEY!}

If the answer is yes, then this may be just the last minute craft you've been looking for... I made these today and I am planning on sticking them in my girls' Easter baskets. {we are not doing much - if any - candy this year - ahh! the HORROR!}But if I know my girls, they are going to squeal with delight when they see these!

doll hangers -  finished 

Doll-clothing Hangers!

Ready to make your own? Gather these supplies:
doll hangers - cup hooks

7/8" cup hooks {I purchased this pack of 100 from Walmart for less than $5} Depending on what your hangers are going to hang on {size of closet or armoire rod} you may need to get a bigger size hook.
doll hangers - craft sticks

Jumbo craft sticks {the ones that are about the size of tongue depressors. These are also from Walmart.}

doll hangers - paint

Paint {and paint brushes}, scissors and any type of fast drying, permanent glue {I used a hot glue gun because I DO LOVE TO USE HOT GLUE!}

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Each hanger takes one cup hook and three craft sticks. First, mark the middle of ONE of the sticks with a thick marker swipe.
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Now, using sharp scissors, make two cuts on eitther side of your line, in effect cutting out a small piece of the stick {making a notch}
doll hangers 02

Now, put glue all over both of those pieces---

doll hangers 01

... and glue to the top of one of the still intact sticks.

doll hangers - glue cup hook

Now, fill the area where you cut the craft stick away with glue and stick a cup hook in there.

doll hangers -  glue ready

Cover that layer with a whole lotta glue....

doll hangers -  glue top craft stick

And cover with the third stick. Wait for the glue to try and you are ready to paint, as you wish.

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I have one daughter who LOVES pink {Kenny} and one daughter who LOVES yellow {Piper}. These are all set and ready to gift. YAY for EASY PROJECTS!


22 comments:

  1. Aw man! I wish I had girls... No, I wish I had a girl who liked dollies.
    So stinking cute!

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  2. Thank you so much, I have been looking for an easy doll hanger for ages. I can't wait to get the supplies for this & try it.
    Donna

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  3. Thanks for sharing! I must try this ... I'm so frustrated with the "store-bought" hangers as the clothes don't say on well!

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  4. These are fabulous! I made a bunch and my DD and I will paint them this afternoon. They hold the clothes better than the craft store hangers I bought because they are just a bit longer! Thanks so much for sharing!

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  5. I recently made these for my nieces. I added some 1 inch clothes pins so the girls could hang their shorts and pants. Works great and the girls LOVED them. Thanks for a fantastic (and easy) idea.

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  6. I loved your idea! But my girls are 16" Alexander Fairchild - so I modified the hanger idea. I used firm wire for the hook, and tiny bulldog clips for pants. I also made them in 3 layers, and instead of paint, glued on some heavy paper. May cover with fabric. May not. How can I post a picture here? I took a photo of the combination jacket/pants hanger and would like to show it to you.

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  7. Fantastic craft. I may cover with ribbon. No painting.

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  8. Love it!! Can't wait to try it!

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  9. As an FYI, make sure the hook fits on the bar before you make them. The 7/8" hooks I bought do not fit on the 7/16" bar I have. Luckily, I tested before I made. Back to the store for the 1.5" hooks.

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    1. Same here only i didnt check first....off to the store to get smaller bar :)

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  10. I made some crochet small dresses for a baby shower. Could not find the right hanger. Made the hangers (super easy). They were a huge hit. Gorgeous. Thank you for sharing.

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  11. Omg I'm doing this weekend!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Love it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  12. I LOVE these! Will be making some this weekend. I have two girls with AM Dolls as well, and the thought of buying hangers makes me cringe. Thanks for sharing!

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  13. Love this, thanks for sharing.

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  14. thank you so much I was dreading having to twist wire.

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  15. I've been making these all week. Thank you so much for the great tutorial. I even made a small modification to add a trouser hanger. I would,love to send you a photo but can't find a contact button on your page.

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  16. Beautiful, could also seruna excellent idea to do in Baby Hangers. Of course a slightly larger hook needed

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  17. Hi Jen,
    It's super adorable task you gifted to your huge fans and visitors i do believe. I am not a regular reader of you blog. But love to travel often to enjoy your lovely works. I ended the sweet craft just now. You really made to gorgeous looking doll hanger very simple but attention grabbing way. The pics look so attractive and eye-catching. Love your handy work really. Thanks for the whole process and ingredients.
    Cheers
    Stella
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