I think the doll clothes are difficult, trying to get in the small spaces can be a challenge. With 4H we made chef's hats (found that on the web but I know there is a pattern now), aprons of their choice, a group quilt (they each made a square), heart shaped bags (inserting a zipper), this year they made a book cover (very easy,
http://sewing.about.com/library/sewn...abookcover.htm ) They have enjoyed all the projects and most of them I found on the web. Google for free patterns.