39 American Girl Doll DIYs That Won't Break The Bank

Because who can afford to buy the real deal?

1. Rock Climbing Wall

myagdollcraft.blogspot.com

Perfect for dolls who long to be on American Ninja Warrior. Find the tutorial here.

2. Tulle Skirt

makeit-loveit.com

Help your America Girl find her inner Cyndi Lauper with this DIY.

3. School Furniture

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School's in session! Find the tutorial here.

4. Book Bag

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Your doll can't go to school without a book bag. Find the DIY here.

5. School Locker

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She's going to need her own locker, too. Learn how to make one here.

6. Gymnastics Bar

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PVC pipe and a few other items from your local hardware store are all you need to get your doll practicing her Olympic routine. Learn more here.

7. Drinking Cups

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Finally make use of all those empty bubbles containers. Learn how here.

8. Trundle Bed

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Perfect for American Girl doll sleepovers. Find the how-to here.

9. Four Post Bed

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You can also make a great bed out of an old end table. Find the DIY here.

10. Upholstered Sofa

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Even dolls need to unwind after a long day. Find the tutorial here.

11. Doll House

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Your doll is going to need a place to hold all of this furniture. Find the tutorial here.

12. Horse Stables

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If you make your kid enough cool stuff like this they might stop asking for a real pony. Find the tutorial here.

13. Tepee

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This DIY is an easy one based around brown butcher paper.

14. Wedding Cake

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You can also learn how to make cupcakes, donuts, and Oreos here.

15. Milk Cartons

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Perfect for washing down all those sweets. Find the how-to here.

16. Sleeping Bag

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This DIY is an easy one for novices with limited sewing skills.

17. Booties

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These boots totally look like something a trendy celeb would make for her American Girl doll. Learn how to make them here.

18. Funky Closet

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For the slightly more eccentric American Girl. Find the tutorial here.

19. Clothes Rack

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This is another great option for storing clothes. Find the how-to here.

20. Elsa's Ice Queen Gown From Frozen

etsy.com

"Let It Sew." Download the sewing pattern here for $10.95.

21. Anna's Cape And Gown From Frozen

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Download the sewing pattern here for $8.95.

22. Skis And Poles

myagdollcraft.blogspot.ca

Here's another fun DIY tutorial for eternal winter, or, you know, regular winter.

23. Arm Cast

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This one makes a perfect pick me up for kids who recently broke (or injured) their arm. Find the tutorial here.

24. Bath Tub

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Tthis tutorial requires only dollar store items including a planter.

25. iPad Or Tablet

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For tech savvy dolls. Find the tutorial here.

26. Hammock

libertyjanepatterns.com

This one can be made quickly and for just a few dollars. Find the tutorial here.

27. Music Stand

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dolldiaries.com

You can make this DIY out of craft sticks.

28. Handkerchief Skirt

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Use your sewing machine to turn an old handkerchief into a chic skirt. According to the tutorial, the skill level for this is "patient beginner."

29. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, And Dessert

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Learn how to make all of these and more here.

30. Dishwasher

piecesforreese.blogspot.com

Your doll will surely need to do the dishes after all that food. Find the tutorial here.

31. Diving Mask

myagdollcraft.blogspot.com

You can find this tutorial here, and links to tutorials for other beach items (like a bikini, beach chair, and snorkel) here.

32. Campfire

the-room-mom.com

This outdoorsy DIY is made for dolls who love to go camping.

33. Camping Lantern

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This lantern is especially easy to make when you've recently had a cold.

34. Bean Bag

americangirlideas.com

This DIY is ideal for dolls who feel like they should have been born in the '70s.

35. Bedside Lamp

piecesforreese.blogspot.com

Check out the tutorial for this fun DIY made with stuff you likely already have around the house.

36. Swing

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This backyard DIY can be made out of a stackable bin from the dollar store. Learn how here.

37. Chopsticks

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doll-it-up.com

Find the DIY plus tips for setting up an Asian themed table here.

38. Witch Costume

twoityourself.com

Learn how to make a Halloween costume for your doll here.

39. Desktop Computer

funwithagfan.blogspot.com

So your American Girl can get on Dollbook and catch up with her friends. Find the tutorial here.

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