Disboutiquers Part 24 Kids Disney Boutique / Customs Clothes psst..we sew ;-)

[teresajoy]

thank u tj, i have looked for this various places, repeatedly. i had given up. could not see the forrest for the trees i suppose. thank u very much!

No problem! I often do the same thing when looking for something.

I'm lurking from my iphone and I hate posting from it but I had to when I saw this! The ladies at the sewing store insisted my machine couldn't do hats b/c Viking doesn't make a hoop. But I found one of ebay for my machine (not made by Viking of course). So I'm wondering who made your hoop? If I can do caps, DH will be so psyched and will totally justify the cost of the machine. He really wants me to make our brother-in-law a hat that says, "I survived Spaceship Earth." Its a long standing inside joke mostly based on the fact that when Epcot first opened he thought it was a thrill ride. Psyched to ride it, he got on it and was sorely disappointed. He is still not over it and tells everyone the story. Even my DD4 will tell you about it when she sees the big silver ball! Maybe it doesn't sound so funny now that I'm typing it. But trust me, its hilarious to us every trip to DW and we laugh and laugh!

That is really funny!

One wall of my sewing "room" in the basement

That looks really neat!

Does anyone know of any *free* tutorials for stitch era? I have the free program...and I can't even begin to know where to start. Maybe I should just give up and buy from Heather.

Honestly, when I tried to do it myself, I realized Heather didn't charge nearly enough!

There is a Yahoo group for Stitch Era, and they are pretty good about answering questions. I've seen tutorials you have to pay for too.

 

[aboveH20]

Thank you ....I found th Hoop It All for the 770 for only $120. Now I have to convince myself that is is a good business purchase....I just bought a new set of hoops for my machine from EBAY...I'm not sure I can justify another large purchase...until more money comes in. We'll see!

nini

YIPES! I can't imagine what would make it cost so much.

 

[disneygirlsanddrew]

I've done it, but without opening up my program, I can never remember exactly how! If I get a chance later, I'll open up the program and figure it out for you!

l]

Thanks teresa!

can u send me the link for the free stitch era software. people speak of it and i have searched for it but have not found it . a link would be most helpful . tia

I found it under Teresa's bookmarks which are located on the first page of this thread. It was the only way I could find it.

Does anyone know of any *free* tutorials for stitch era? I have the free program...and I can't even begin to know where to start. Maybe I should just give up and buy from Heather.

I have no intention of trying to digitize things besides typing out names. It looks way too complicated and Heather's are worth every penny! Good luck though!

 

[SallyfromDE]

I feel like I am never going to catch up. I am still on page 28 but I don't like skipping around because I don't like missing ANYTHING!

But, I need some help....
I downloaded the free stitch era software so I can start putting names on things, but I am having a hard time figuring it out. I thought words would be simple. When I pick out a font and type out the name, it is just an outline of the font instead of each letter being filled in like a satin stitch. (hopefully I am making sense). Can anyone help me out and tell me how to do this? I am trying to get a shirt done for a birthday party tomorrow. Her name is Addison. Also, how do I get the Disney font in the program to use?

thanks so much! Now back to page 28 to keep reading.....

Your doing better the I am. I downloaded it a few months ago and I just open it up, it scares me, and I close it.

Does anyone know of any *free* tutorials for stitch era? I have the free program...and I can't even begin to know where to start. Maybe I should just give up and buy from Heather.

YouTube

 

[SallyfromDE]

YIPES! I can't imagine what would make it cost so much.

I had a hat hoop for my brother 180. It was a small oval hoop from Brother. I gave my machine to a friend so I don't have the hoop here to look at, so I'm thinking it was about 3X4? I'm sure it wouldn't have fit my 780, as thier other hoops didn't. I do remember that it was about $50 from the sewing store.

 

[jessica52877]

Aww, I was in the photobucket account and saw this. Where did little Dallas go?

 

[DMGeurts]

So, I've been busy and barely keeping up here. I know that some of you wanted to see my princess outfits when I finished them.

The first one is Snow White. I loved designing this one, but it turned out a little more plain than I would have liked. Then I got to looking at Snow White's dress - and it is a little plain...

The next one is Princess Tiana... This one was so much fun to do! I love how every little bit of it turned out.

I took the picture of the frog sitting in Tiana's hand, stretching out his neck and waiting for her kiss... I hand drew it on the fabric, and then I hand embroidered it. Not as fancy as some of your machines can do it - but I was very happy with how it turned out.

And I recreated Tiana's flower as a hair clip... it really gave this outfit a little extra!

I have Rapunzel's outfit almost finished... I just have some embroidery work to do on that one. So, that's what I've been designing lately.
D~

 

[miprender]

Here is what I have been working on the last couple days
Tink Sundress for DD9

Minnie skirt for DD9

and I made a matching Minnie for my DN2 who will be coming with us in May.

I have to come up with something for DS7. I like the bowling shirts, so maybe that will work. I didn't think he would want anything besides the tie dye shirts but after DD was trying on her stuff, he says "What are you making me?" SO looks like I'm off for some boy fabric. How difficult is the bowling shirt pattern to follow???

Great job. And I love your DS7 wants something too.

I used the Simplicity 9902 as well.

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I stalked facebook and etsy for a very long time to find one for a good price, I wasn't willing to pay $50 for it. I eventually ended up finding what I wanted, but it took quite a while.

Ellen... that came out so cute

Okay, so totally off topic...but if you happen to live in CT or a neighboring state and you are looking to adopt...our new foster puppy Buffy is looking for a home.

Awe... he is so cute. How old is the puppy?

Needed some spring colors in my life last night, so I whipped up these little 6mos size summer dresses.

Love these. What pattern did you use?

There are a couple tutorials out there for Belle costumes:

here's one: http://creatingbycami.blogspot.com/2010/10/belle-dress-tutorial.html (using a plain dress pattern as a base)

and this one isn't super authentic - but it's made of knit so it'd be really comfy!

http://crafterhours.blogspot.com/2010/08/belle-dress-tutorial.html

Thanks. I will have to check these out.

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Wow... DH would love if I could do that on baseball hats.

IA tink patchwork twirl:

A Woody and Buzz bowling shirt:

Those came out super.

Yay finished another simply sweet! They are getting easier. Thanks again for the inspiration.

Love it!

Mainly posting because I'm up waiting for DH to get up from his nap to start the drive to WDW!! We are leaving at midnight and driving through (about 9-10 hours from New Orleans) with the hope that DD7 and DS10 months sleep most of the way.

Here's hoping for nice weather!

Have a safe trip.

I have two very special outfits to share.....

DMGeurts made these for Megan's AG dolls....Minnie mouse was Megan's first disney love and Goofy who was my DH Jim's favorite, in his memory

That was so sweet of DMGeurts. I love how happy your DD looks.

Great job on Perry.

All 8 shirts

Great Job.

My first time making the Audrey skirt. My daughter picked this skirt for Dr. Seuss Day.

Love all the Dr.Suess stuff lately. This skirt is on my next project list.

 

[miprender]

So, I've been busy and barely keeping up here. I know that some of you wanted to see my princess outfits when I finished them.

The first one is Snow White. I loved designing this one, but it turned out a little more plain than I would have liked. Then I got to looking at Snow White's dress - and it is a little plain...

The next one is Princess Tiana... This one was so much fun to do! I love how every little bit of it turned out.

I have Rapunzel's outfit almost finished... I just have some embroidery work to do on that one. So, that's what I've been designing lately.
D~

Wow... those came out really nice. Everytime DD sees your creations she wants to know why I haven't made her anything for her dolls.

PS: I love how you embroidered an apple on Snow White.

 

[cogero]

So, I've been busy and barely keeping up here. I know that some of you wanted to see my princess outfits when I finished them.

The first one is Snow White. I loved designing this one, but it turned out a little more plain than I would have liked. Then I got to looking at Snow White's dress - and it is a little plain...

The next one is Princess Tiana... This one was so much fun to do! I love how every little bit of it turned out.

I took the picture of the frog sitting in Tiana's hand, stretching out his neck and waiting for her kiss... I hand drew it on the fabric, and then I hand embroidered it. Not as fancy as some of your machines can do it - but I was very happy with how it turned out.

And I recreated Tiana's flower as a hair clip... it really gave this outfit a little extra!

I have Rapunzel's outfit almost finished... I just have some embroidery work to do on that one. So, that's what I've been designing lately.
D~

These are just fabulous.

Well I have us all packed for our first dance competition tomorrow. I am going to be going to bed early as I am exhausted today. Also it will be an early morning and I need to get hair and make up done before we leave the house.

I did buy some fabric at a local sewing shop today. They had a small but decent selection.

 

[revrob]

WOW! I've not posted here in AGES! It seems that my sewing time is very limited, and I've started quilting more, so that cuts into my clothing creation time as well. I also had 3 surgeries in 4 months and I've been doing OT for the past two months, and, well, there's just not been much time.

I DID just recently make something that makes my DD very happy! Her first father/daughter dance is tonight. This dress came in perfectly! It's a test for a new Sis Boom pattern that is in the works (called the Marissa).

SO, I thought I'd share!

Hope to have something new to share soon - we have a trip planned for the end of the summer, and I've been working on lots of fun things that will work for both my quilting projects as well as our upcoming trip!

 

[mommy2mrb]

So, I've been busy and barely keeping up here. I know that some of you wanted to see my princess outfits when I finished them.

The first one is Snow White. I loved designing this one, but it turned out a little more plain than I would have liked. Then I got to looking at Snow White's dress - and it is a little plain...

The next one is Princess Tiana... This one was so much fun to do! I love how every little bit of it turned out.

I took the picture of the frog sitting in Tiana's hand, stretching out his neck and waiting for her kiss... I hand drew it on the fabric, and then I hand embroidered it. Not as fancy as some of your machines can do it - but I was very happy with how it turned out.

And I recreated Tiana's flower as a hair clip... it really gave this outfit a little extra!

I have Rapunzel's outfit almost finished... I just have some embroidery work to do on that one. So, that's what I've been designing lately.
D~

D those are so cute! I don't think Snow White is too casual, you do such beautiful work on these tiny little outfits

 

[Loodlow]

So, I've been busy and barely keeping up here. I know that some of you wanted to see my princess outfits when I finished them.

The first one is Snow White. I loved designing this one, but it turned out a little more plain than I would have liked. Then I got to looking at Snow White's dress - and it is a little plain...

The next one is Princess Tiana... This one was so much fun to do! I love how every little bit of it turned out.

I took the picture of the frog sitting in Tiana's hand, stretching out his neck and waiting for her kiss... I hand drew it on the fabric, and then I hand embroidered it. Not as fancy as some of your machines can do it - but I was very happy with how it turned out.

And I recreated Tiana's flower as a hair clip... it really gave this outfit a little extra!

I have Rapunzel's outfit almost finished... I just have some embroidery work to do on that one. So, that's what I've been designing lately.
D~

Those are fabulous! And adorable! I love them.

WOW! I've not posted here in AGES! It seems that my sewing time is very limited, and I've started quilting more, so that cuts into my clothing creation time as well. I also had 3 surgeries in 4 months and I've been doing OT for the past two months, and, well, there's just not been much time.

I DID just recently make something that makes my DD very happy! Her first father/daughter dance is tonight. This dress came in perfectly! It's a test for a new Sis Boom pattern that is in the works (called the Marissa).

SO, I thought I'd share!

Hope to have something new to share soon - we have a trip planned for the end of the summer, and I've been working on lots of fun things that will work for both my quilting projects as well as our upcoming trip!

I cannot wait for that pattern! How long you think?

 

[jas0202]

I cannot wait for that pattern! How long you think?

Agreed...its adorable! (the pattern, the dress, and the model!) Can't wait for it to become available!

 

[revrob]

I cannot wait for that pattern! How long you think?

Carla hasn't given a firm date. I know this and the adult version are still in testing. Usually, she's pretty good at getting them finalized and available within a few weeks. That's my best guess right now - sorry I can't be of more help!

 

[PurpleEars]

Yay finished another simply sweet! They are getting easier. Thanks again for the inspiration.

Beautiful!

I have two very special outfits to share.....

DMGeurts made these for Megan's AG dolls....Minnie mouse was Megan's first disney love and Goofy who was my DH Jim's favorite, in his memory

D - thank you again for making such special outfits for Megan...its really means alot to me (D- gave me permission to post the photos)

when Megan opened them she said "Mama, they are so much better than AG clothes you get in the store!" I totally agree

D, you made my girl very happy!!!

Wow. These are amazing! I think it is wonderful this group has brought everyone closer together!

Just posted this on FB, now I need to ask your here...

I'm making two of these. On the 2nd one the bodice and bottom pieces are opposite of this one. I want to put bias tape around the bottom of both - but what color?
I have on hand pink, orange, mint green, purple, lavender, red, and lt. blue. There is black piping separating the bodice and "Perry".
Opinions, please?

I think black (not on your list) may work best to go with the black piping?

Just a quick drop in to post the Tie-dye Mickey's I did for Kade's Big Give since they got their package on Thursday.

All 8 shirts

They are amazing! Thanks so much for doing this for the family. I am sure they will appreciate them very much!

My first time making the Audrey skirt. My daughter picked this skirt for Dr. Seuss Day.

Beautiful outfit and model!

So, I've been busy and barely keeping up here. I know that some of you wanted to see my princess outfits when I finished them.

The first one is Snow White. I loved designing this one, but it turned out a little more plain than I would have liked. Then I got to looking at Snow White's dress - and it is a little plain...

The next one is Princess Tiana... This one was so much fun to do! I love how every little bit of it turned out.

I took the picture of the frog sitting in Tiana's hand, stretching out his neck and waiting for her kiss... I hand drew it on the fabric, and then I hand embroidered it. Not as fancy as some of your machines can do it - but I was very happy with how it turned out.

And I recreated Tiana's flower as a hair clip... it really gave this outfit a little extra!

I have Rapunzel's outfit almost finished... I just have some embroidery work to do on that one. So, that's what I've been designing lately.
D~

Amazing like usual. I like how you added the embroidery to both outfits to match with the story.

WOW! I've not posted here in AGES! It seems that my sewing time is very limited, and I've started quilting more, so that cuts into my clothing creation time as well. I also had 3 surgeries in 4 months and I've been doing OT for the past two months, and, well, there's just not been much time.

I DID just recently make something that makes my DD very happy! Her first father/daughter dance is tonight. This dress came in perfectly! It's a test for a new Sis Boom pattern that is in the works (called the Marissa).

SO, I thought I'd share!

Hope to have something new to share soon - we have a trip planned for the end of the summer, and I've been working on lots of fun things that will work for both my quilting projects as well as our upcoming trip!

I am sorry to hear about the number of surgeries you had lately. I hope you have recovered from them quickly. This dress looks amazing. It looks like I have to budget for yet another Carla C pattern in the near future!

Amazing job~! I love the fabric placement on the bowling shirt.
D~

Very cute twirl, and love the bowling shirt. Great placement of the fabric.

I love how these came out, seeing the bowling shirt again makes me sure I want to do one....Thanks for the info on them, I am going to try one this weekend.

Those are really cute. That was so sweet of you to make these for them.

Those came out super.

Thanks for the kind words on the outfits. I had to be a little bit wasteful in the placement of pattern pieces for the Buzz/Woody bowling shirt, but I figured I can't reasonable cut parts of them off!

Ok, I have a question (related to my park bag comment earlier )
For those of you who have been to Disneyland, where would you recommend eating off site? DH is going to a conference in LA in April (I am sure you know where this is going...) and I will be joining him after this conference to go to Disneyland! We want to know if there are good places to eat near the parks that don't cost a fortune. We won't have a car but both of us are in pretty good shape so walking is not a problem. Any suggestions will be appreciated!

 

[Eyore4Ever149]

I'll get a picture of her wearing it tomorrow if I can. This is the size 1 (instead of the size 2)
bah! I can't get facebook to show up- I really dislike their new photo display

 

[fairygoodmother]

Ok, I have a question (related to my park bag comment earlier )
For those of you who have been to Disneyland, where would you recommend eating off site? DH is going to a conference in LA in April (I am sure you know where this is going...) and I will be joining him after this conference to go to Disneyland! We want to know if there are good places to eat near the parks that don't cost a fortune. We won't have a car but both of us are in pretty good shape so walking is not a problem. Any suggestions will be appreciated!

Downtown Disney is just outside the gates of Disneyland and has many restaurants. Also within walking distance is the Anaheim Garden Walk with nicer (fine) dining. Look here:

http://www.anaheimgardenwalk.com/dining/?gid=3

There are MANY different places on either Harbor Blvd or Katella - everything from McDonald's to Denny's, Subway to Tony Roma's...everything is within walking distance of the park entrance. How fun for you!

 

[teresajoy]

Aww, I was in the photobucket account and saw this. Where did little Dallas go?

Time for another one!

So, I've been busy and barely keeping up here. I know that some of you wanted to see my princess outfits when I finished them.

The first one is Snow White. I loved designing this one, but it turned out a little more plain than I would have liked. Then I got to looking at Snow White's dress - and it is a little plain...

The next one is Princess Tiana... This one was so much fun to do! I love how every little bit of it turned out.

I took the picture of the frog sitting in Tiana's hand, stretching out his neck and waiting for her kiss... I hand drew it on the fabric, and then I hand embroidered it. Not as fancy as some of your machines can do it - but I was very happy with how it turned out.


I have Rapunzel's outfit almost finished... I just have some embroidery work to do on that one. So, that's what I've been designing lately.
D~

I just LOVE your designs!!! You are so very talented!! I can't wait to see Rapunzel!

These are just fabulous.

Well I have us all packed for our first dance competition tomorrow. I am going to be going to bed early as I am exhausted today. Also it will be an early morning and I need to get hair and make up done before we leave the house.

I did buy some fabric at a local sewing shop today. They had a small but decent selection.

Have fun at the dance competition!

WOW! I've not posted here in AGES! It seems that my sewing time is very limited, and I've started quilting more, so that cuts into my clothing creation time as well. I also had 3 surgeries in 4 months and I've been doing OT for the past two months, and, well, there's just not been much time.

I DID just recently make something that makes my DD very happy! Her first father/daughter dance is tonight. This dress came in perfectly! It's a test for a new Sis Boom pattern that is in the works (called the Marissa).

SO, I thought I'd share!

Hope to have something new to share soon - we have a trip planned for the end of the summer, and I've been working on lots of fun things that will work for both my quilting projects as well as our upcoming trip!

She looks darling! I love Father Daughter dances. Lydia and Brian went to one a few weeks ago. She was beyond excited. This was the first year she got her Daddy to herself, because Arminda was too old (according to the dance organizers, not her!).

I'm sorry to hear that you had to have so many operations, and I truly hope that you are ok.

I cannot wait for that pattern! How long you think?

Carla said the other day that when most people were done testing the pattern she would release it. I plan to test the child version tomorrow, and am hoping to do the adult version next week. So, hopefully it will be out soon. She's pretty fast, even if she revises a pattern after she gets the tester's feedback.

I'll get a picture of her wearing it tomorrow if I can. This is the size 1 (instead of the size 2)
bah! I can't get facebook to show up- I really dislike their new photo display

This dress is soo cute!! I love that fabric.

I HATE HATE HATE the new Facebook photo display too! I don't want some dumb pop up window! I can go to the old picture display by right clicking on the thumbnail an clicking "view picture". Why does Facebook always try to change things though?

 

[Ericandjenng]

I have a question--kind of OT but not really. I have noticed that quite a few of you have an ETSY store. I have thought about it and even glanced around the website awhile back. I would love to hear what your personal experiences have been. TIA!!

Sorry to be repeating myself but I didn't get an answer when I originally posted this question. I am just curious about ESTY and also one of my co-workers' wives makes homemade soaps that everyone loves. I told him I thought ESTY might be a good place for her to broaden her market. Thanks for any info!