Who is the Frantic Seamstress?
Hello! I'm Carole, the Frantic Seamstress! I have worked as a professional designer and seamstress since 2007 in my studio just outside of Toronto. I collect and sew for MSD and SD sized dolls, mostly vinyl (Smartdoll, Dollfie Dreams & Parabox).
How can I get in touch?
You can reach out to me on one of my social media platforms, or email me here. Please keep in mind that I am a single person (not a huge company!) so it may take me some time to get back to you. If you have an issue with a product purchase on Ko-fi, you must contact me through the Ko-fi platform. For any other sale, please email directly.
Do you take commissions?
I currently do not take BJD commissions, as I am working on making tutorials. If this changes in the future, I will be sure to announce it on all my media platforms!
Are your patterns really...free?
YES! My downloadable patterns are completely free to print and use. They do not come with written instructions, however there is a step by step video on my YouTube channel for each. These are not "scaled down" versions that encourage you to buy the full thing somewhere else - with the printed pattern and tutorial, you will have all the information needed to complete the project.
These patterns and tutorials take an incredible amount of time to make, and I want to keep adding to the collection in the future. Sadly, I did not win the lottery or marry a member of the monarchy, so I aim to do this through the YouTube Advertisement program. For this reason, please subscribe to my channel, watch my videos and share them as much as possible!
These patterns and tutorials take an incredible amount of time to make, and I want to keep adding to the collection in the future. Sadly, I did not win the lottery or marry a member of the monarchy, so I aim to do this through the YouTube Advertisement program. For this reason, please subscribe to my channel, watch my videos and share them as much as possible!
How can I use the patterns?
I like to think that I am a pretty reasonable person! If you are ever in doubt, please contact me about proper usage.
You can use my patterns for:
You can use my patterns for:
- Making items from the patterns for personal use
- Making items for sale by a 1-2 person small business (please credit me for the pattern)
- Reviewing an ITEM you made on your own YouTube channel (do not create your own tutorial please)
You may NOT use my patterns for:
- Sale of the actual pattern of any kind (it stays free for everyone!)
- Creating, sharing or selling written instructions and/or your own tutorials for the patterns
- Use of the patterns during a paid panel or workshop (*please contact me as this can be discussed)
- Business with more than 2 people (owners & employees combined) can not use my patterns for mass item production
Do you do guest appearances & workshops?
In general, yes! I am open to travelling and participating in a variety of doll specific, cosplay specific, or blended events. Please email me with details, and we can plan from there.