Disboutiquers Part 29 Kids Disney Boutique / Customs Clothes psst..we sew ;-)

[pyrxtc]

I think this looks amazing. But I read your blog post and it made me SO GLAD I have boys. I lost count of all those skirt layers!

That is a beautiful dress.

Wow, looks just beautiful so far. I think the little girls is going to flip out when she sees it.

Sorry you haven't found exactly what you have in mind. I usually buy what is on sale and then figure out what I want to make with it. I am just finishing up 12 pairs of boys' shorts and matching t-shirts. I hope to post some pictures this weekend.

It looks awesome!

Thank you all for the compliments. I can't believe how much I have left to do on it or that I am considering adding some kind of sleeve flutter thing out of the tulle too. Yes, I am crazy but my friends love me that way.

My boys are not waiting for me to make anything for them. My DD16 has a lot of things in mind though now that see's I really can sew.

I have a 9 month old niece and one due in May and I am looking forward to making them some great dresses. I get to star by making my first niece's 1st birthday dress next month. Yay !! I'm going to make it special and give it to her early so she can get her birthday pictures done it maybe.

 

[nannye]

Forgive me if I've already asked here I'm having a hard time keeping everything straight and don't get on this board near as much as I'd like.

I'm in search of some scrapbooking related embroidery designs, and wondering if anyone has seen any out there?

Thanks
Erin

 

[squirrel]

Has anyone used sheets for making clothes?

I started buying some at the second hand store when I found a flat twin Toy Story sheet. Last week I found a striped one that had some nice colors in it. They are much cheaper than fabric at the store.

I'm going to make some dresses with the Toy Story sheet for my nieces to wear on Toy Story night on the cruise.

I kind of feel like I'm the governess (Maria) from the Sound of Music making clothes out of sheets and pillowcases!

 

[pyrxtc]

Has anyone used sheets for making clothes?

I started buying some at the second hand store when I found a flat twin Toy Story sheet. Last week I found a striped one that had some nice colors in it. They are much cheaper than fabric at the store.

I'm going to make some dresses with the Toy Story sheet for my nieces to wear on Toy Story night on the cruise.

I kind of feel like I'm the governess (Maria) from the Sound of Music making clothes out of sheets and pillowcases!

I used a Dalmations sheet to make a skirt. They had already been made into curtains when I bought them. It came out cute but it wasn't much fabric.

 

[VBAndrea]

A Minnie-inspired Jamie dress

A retro Mickey Jamie dress

Hopefully these pictures will get your creative juices going!

I know you posted these before, but I have to quote them again because I just LOVE them! If I ever get around to making myself something I think that will be the first pattern I buy for myself.

Well, this is the dress I made for Christmas for my Niece who is 5. She just got back from her first trip to wdw. I never got to see her in this to see if it even fit her. I still wasn't sure if it fit her until my MIL just told me she did wear it. I can't wait to see pictures soon. She did say that my niece loves the dress (Ariel is her favorite). And while at wdw, a few people asked where she bought it, so that is an awesome compliment. This was my first ever Grace dress.

And thank you to smile5sunshine for the pep talk that this pattern was doable. I read it over and over and then it finally made sense while I was putting it together.

That turned out beautiful! I love the colors in the fabric.

Again I am behind! I adore that Ariel dress! Is it a Grace? I just purchased the pattern.

Someone asked about the four parks dress I made, it is a Stripwork Jumper but I modified the panels. I just finished this one which DD loves! I modified the straps and panels again:
Front

Back:

I am phone posting and am sorry if these are large!

Very pretty and my what a lot of applique work! You must have put a lot of time into that dress -- well worth it though!

On other exciting news: DH and I may be planning a September trip! DH just said to me the other day, would you like to go to Night of Joy? I am just super excited as music is a big part of worship for us (he sings in our church's selected voices choir). Now hopefully we can get free dining and airfare that doesn't cost a fortune. I guess we should have booked that bounceback when we were there last year, but we honestly didn't think we would go during the times they specified. I guess there may be new Disney outfits for me afterall!

That sounds like a wonderful time to go!

Such great creations being posted!

Ive got a couple of non Disney items I made for Christmas and finally have time to post.

I made my DD's BFF a rag quilt. The poor kid has a real pip for a Mom. I wanted the kid to know someone thinks she's worth making something special for.

And here are a few of the tissue holders I made. I think I did 48 and have learned that even though my day job is stressful I shouldnt give it up and try to earn a living making things.

I'm working on another rag quilt. Almost done with the sewing. If the snow forecasts are accurate this weekend should be a good time to do the cutting on the seams.

I love the rag quilt! I made one for a big give and one for my dogs, but I would love to do one for each of my kids too.

Hi! I finally uploaded photos of the baby quilt I did.

Not Disney, but surely fit for a princess.

I adored the little princess fabric and based the whole quilt on that. It was a real pleasure to make, and was gifted to one of my DIS friends who is expecting her first baby in a couple of weeks.

Just beautiful and I love the princess fabric as well -- it's adorable!

I usually put together commercial patterns with ease. It's the only kind I've done so far. It's coming along with a few issues but I think it looks great so far.

I can't help anyone with a serger because I bought mine used and have not used it yet.

And to think I was going to suggest the other pattern you posted but I'm so glad you picked this one -- it's stunning!

Has anyone used sheets for making clothes?

I started buying some at the second hand store when I found a flat twin Toy Story sheet. Last week I found a striped one that had some nice colors in it. They are much cheaper than fabric at the store.

I'm going to make some dresses with the Toy Story sheet for my nieces to wear on Toy Story night on the cruise.

I kind of feel like I'm the governess (Maria) from the Sound of Music making clothes out of sheets and pillowcases!

I have never used them but I've seen a couple of things others have made with them and the outfits all looked great. I look every time I go to the thrift stores, but I guess I don't go often enough to find anything.

 

[dianemom2]

I have a 9 month old niece and one due in May and I am looking forward to making them some great dresses. I get to star by making my first niece's 1st birthday dress next month. Yay !! I'm going to make it special and give it to her early so she can get her birthday pictures done it maybe.

I love making stuff for my niece. Basically because I can make anything that I feel like making. Can't wait to see the birthday dress.

I'm in search of some scrapbooking related embroidery designs, and wondering if anyone has seen any out there?

Thanks
Erin

I haven't seen anything but did you try emblibrary? They seems to have a huge variety of designs.

Has anyone used sheets for making clothes?

I started buying some at the second hand store when I found a flat twin Toy Story sheet. Last week I found a striped one that had some nice colors in it. They are much cheaper than fabric at the store.

I'm going to make some dresses with the Toy Story sheet for my nieces to wear on Toy Story night on the cruise.

I kind of feel like I'm the governess (Maria) from the Sound of Music making clothes out of sheets and pillowcases!

Beth, who used to be on here all the time was a huge thrift store shopper and she bought sheets all the time to make into stuff. In fact, for Christmas this year she made all of her granddaughters flannel nighties out of a set of flannel sheets that she bought at the thrift store. And she just made a kimono for her a granddaughter for her birthday party out of something she found at a thrift store too.

I just made a dozen pairs of t-shirt shorts with t-shirts that I got at the thrift store. If it has cute material, I so go for it!

 

[ColonelHathi]

Why oh why am I having so many problems finding boy fabric I love for this next trip

Nothing has been speaking to me.

Totally hear you, very tricky once they get to age 5-6 (and beyond). I feel like I am "shorting" DS for our upcoming trip. What characters does your DS like? There's some cool new Star Wars fabric at Joann that DS really liked. I made at water bottle carrier and will probably make a draw string pack for him too. DS also adores Stitch, and while I didn't find Stitch fabric (other than on Etsy) I did decide to make home an appliqued tee - not too complicated. I wanted to make some Hawaiian shorts to go with, but found some on Lands End at the end of last season so I went the ready-made route instead. DS is also into Legos, but I don't know that I've ever seen Lego "themed" fabric (Ninjago, Chima, Star Wars, etc.)?

That said, I would also recommend looking for a Disney Tee and maybe fabric for coordinating shorts? It's really tough once they grow out of the toddler stage honestly. Why can't they just stay little! I do like the one shorts pattern I've seen on here from YCMT - great way to repurpose 2nd hand tees. Good luck!

 

[cogero]

My son is nonverbal and autistic so I generally dress him in what I want. I make his pants because he is very sensory and lots of storebought things set him off.

I don't generally use Disney prints because I find their quality lacking. I am searching for some different plaids and such right now.

 

[billwendy]

Hi Everyone!! A new big give was just posted!! Trevor, a star wars lover and his 4yo twin sisters!!!! Please come and help to bless this family with some pixie dust! They surely deserve it!!! Thanks so much!!! Please join in if you haven't ever before!!!!

Wendy

http://disbiggive.proboards.com/index.cgi

 

[kellygirl2]

Hello you talented ladies. I just wanted to let you know I have been so inspired by reading the last few threads and have finally worked up the courage to do some sewing for my almost 3 year old twins for our trip this summer.

I just wanted to say I am so impressed and inspired with all of your creations.

Kelly

 

[SallyfromDE]

Has anyone used sheets for making clothes?

I started buying some at the second hand store when I found a flat twin Toy Story sheet. Last week I found a striped one that had some nice colors in it. They are much cheaper than fabric at the store.

I'm going to make some dresses with the Toy Story sheet for my nieces to wear on Toy Story night on the cruise.

I kind of feel like I'm the governess (Maria) from the Sound of Music making clothes out of sheets and pillowcases!

i do, but sometimes the print is too big or the sheet too thin.

 

[sewmess]

Again I am behind! I adore that Ariel dress! Is it a Grace? I just purchased the pattern.

Someone asked about the four parks dress I made, it is a Stripwork Jumper but I modified the panels. I just finished this one which DD loves! I modified the straps and panels again:
Front

Back:

I am phone posting and am sorry if these are large!

WOW!! I'm not usually one for the cutesy look, but this is Amazing!!

I usually put together commercial patterns with ease. It's the only kind I've done so far. It's coming along with a few issues but I think it looks great so far.

I wasn't sure this would look right when I saw the pattern - meaning the princess seams. But it's fabulous!

Has anyone used sheets for making clothes?

I started buying some at the second hand store when I found a flat twin Toy Story sheet. Last week I found a striped one that had some nice colors in it. They are much cheaper than fabric at the store.

I'm going to make some dresses with the Toy Story sheet for my nieces to wear on Toy Story night on the cruise.

I kind of feel like I'm the governess (Maria) from the Sound of Music making clothes out of sheets and pillowcases!

I do a lot of re-conning: T-shirts, sheets, etc. (especially t-shirts. I think I may have a bit of a problem there. ) The big thing, which has been mentioned here, is the sheets do tend to be a bit thinner than quilting or even apparel cottons. But they can make some cute stuff.

PurpleEars: I love that whole set of outfits you did for yourself and personally, I think that Disney should look into making something like your EPCOT set for their personal tour guides. Not that I'm saying you look like a tour guide...well, maybe I am. But in a good way!

I actually have finished my pattern weights, but my photohosting site and myself are having a bit of a "I'm not talking to you moment." If I ever get it to behave, I'll post pictures of them.

 

[goteamwood]

My son is nonverbal and autistic so I generally dress him in what I want. I make his pants because he is very sensory and lots of storebought things set him off.

I don't generally use Disney prints because I find their quality lacking. I am searching for some different plaids and such right now.

I only have boys and I made them custom clothing for our trip in Oct/Nov. I made several of the Carla C bowling shirts, some with licensed fabric, but a few without. I posted photos of all of them. I did a Cars one which did have licensed Cars fabric, but I only had a single Fat Quarter and made two shirts from it. I used mainly Racing Check and solid black. I also did a pirate one which was red/white striped and a "vest" from black pirate fabric, those were my favorites. And a Mickey one that was just solids, red, yellow and black with appliqués, I used cotton quilting solids. It was cheaper and the fabric was good quality. I also made them some easy fit pants and a few embroidered t-shirts, but the bowling shirts were definitely the bulk of the sewing I did. I think I made 12 total (two each of 6 patterns) and they all look pretty different.

 

[dianemom2]

I don't generally use Disney prints because I find their quality lacking. I am searching for some different plaids and such right now.

I got tons of cute madras plaids at Joanns on one of their clearance sales. They are just starting to get some springtime stuff in so I'm sure you will find something great. I did see that somebody said that Fabric.com was having a good sale too.

Hi Everyone!! A new big give was just posted!! Trevor, a star wars lover and his 4yo twin sisters!!!! Please come and help to bless this family with some pixie dust! They surely deserve it!!! Thanks so much!!! Please join in if you haven't ever before!!!!

Wendy

http://disbiggive.proboards.com/index.cgi

I've signed up and can't wait to start sewing!!!

Hello you talented ladies. I just wanted to let you know I have been so inspired by reading the last few threads and have finally worked up the courage to do some sewing for my almost 3 year old twins for our trip this summer.

I just wanted to say I am so impressed and inspired with all of your creations.

Kelly

Welcome to the group Kelly! Do you have boys or girls or both? We have another twin mom in our group with two boys who are also preschool aged. We can't wait to see what you've started sewing.

 

[ivey_family]

Here are a couple of things that I finished up on Friday. The weekend was busy so I am just getting around to taking pictures now.

I have almost used up that ruffle fabric. I am happy with how the outfits turned out but I doubt I will buy that fabric again. Also, I swear that I had hooped that sandcastle dress straight but it looks so crooked in the pictures! I don't know what happened.

Also, there is a special e-pattern sale this week. You can get 18 patterns for $25. I like most of the patterns so it is probably worth it for me to purchase the package but other patterns I will probably not use. Anyhow here is a link:
http://gotosew.com/2013/02/sew-fab-pattern-sale-giveaway/

Cute as always! I wish I was your niece and had such a fun summer wardrobe!

Here's an example of the Snow White outfit she likes.

This is adorable! Totally perfect for a tween or teen!

Well, this is the dress I made for Christmas for my Niece who is 5. She just got back from her first trip to wdw. I never got to see her in this to see if it even fit her. I still wasn't sure if it fit her until my MIL just told me she did wear it. I can't wait to see pictures soon. She did say that my niece loves the dress (Ariel is her favorite). And while at wdw, a few people asked where she bought it, so that is an awesome compliment. This was my first ever Grace dress.

And thank you to smile5sunshine for the pep talk that this pattern was doable. I read it over and over and then it finally made sense while I was putting it together.

Adorable! I hope you'll share a modeled pic when you get one!

Again I am behind! I adore that Ariel dress! Is it a Grace? I just purchased the pattern.

Someone asked about the four parks dress I made, it is a Stripwork Jumper but I modified the panels. I just finished this one which DD loves! I modified the straps and panels again:
Front

Back:

I am phone posting and am sorry if these are large!

LOVE that dress! Just beautiful!

On other exciting news: DH and I may be planning a September trip! DH just said to me the other day, would you like to go to Night of Joy? I am just super excited as music is a big part of worship for us (he sings in our church's selected voices choir). Now hopefully we can get free dining and airfare that doesn't cost a fortune. I guess we should have booked that bounceback when we were there last year, but we honestly didn't think we would go during the times they specified. I guess there may be new Disney outfits for me afterall!

Yay for a possible trip! I hope you get to go! My husband would love to attend the Night of Joy, too. If only it were not in September. I doubt we will go back at that time of year. Too humid for our taste. We're wimps on humidity!

I made my DD's BFF a rag quilt. The poor kid has a real pip for a Mom. I wanted the kid to know someone thinks she's worth making something special for.

And here are a few of the tissue holders I made. I think I did 48 and have learned that even though my day job is stressful I shouldnt give it up and try to earn a living making things.

I'm working on another rag quilt. Almost done with the sewing. If the snow forecasts are accurate this weekend should be a good time to do the cutting on the seams.

That quilt is very pretty! What a sweet gift! What are all those tissue holders for? 48! Yikes! Production line!

Hi! I finally uploaded photos of the baby quilt I did.

Not Disney, but surely fit for a princess.

Very pretty!

I usually put together commercial patterns with ease. It's the only kind I've done so far. It's coming along with a few issues but I think it looks great so far.

Wow! That turned out beautifully! Can't wait to see it modeled!

Has anyone used sheets for making clothes?

I started buying some at the second hand store when I found a flat twin Toy Story sheet. Last week I found a striped one that had some nice colors in it. They are much cheaper than fabric at the store.

I'm going to make some dresses with the Toy Story sheet for my nieces to wear on Toy Story night on the cruise.

I kind of feel like I'm the governess (Maria) from the Sound of Music making clothes out of sheets and pillowcases!

I used a sheet for a baby carrier and plan to use the rest for an apron. I LOVE using unusual items for sewing! Good luck with yours!


Well, after a marathon of sewing last week, I finished the beach robes for my kiddos. I'm very happy with the results and they worked great, BUT I'm not in a hurry to use towels/terry cloth anytime soon. What a messy project! Nothing difficult, but little bits of towel were EVERYWHERE! I was happy to vacuum my sewing area tonight! (Also, the towels I got from Walmart snagged something furious. I don't know if all towels would behave that way or not.)

OH, and I ended up back at Walmart for the fabric I mentioned last week that is the hood lining, appliqes and belts. JoAnn's just didn't have anything in the colors I wanted, while the Wally one was exactly right. I asked about coupons and they looked at me like I had two heads. So, no, Walmart does not accept competitor coupons.

All three robes:

Applique closeup:

Heading to the pool:

Regards,
C.

 

[cogero]

I love the beach robes.

I think I need to take a trip to one of the other Joann's besides the closes one because I think I am sick of looking at their stock LOL.

So much cuteness posted. Love the princess dress.

 

[kellygirl2]

Welcome to the group Kelly! Do you have boys or girls or both? We have another twin mom in our group with two boys who are also preschool aged. We can't wait to see what you've started sewing.[/QUOTE]


I have a boy and a girl so I get to try all kinds of fun stuff!!! I am starting out with a pair of easy fit pants for both of them. They keep asking me if I made their jammie pants yet

There may also be a Brother 770 coming to our house soon thanks to all of you wonderful ladies.

Kelly

 

[pyrxtc]

Wow! That turned out beautifully! Can't wait to see it modeled!

Well, after a marathon of sewing last week, I finished the beach robes for my kiddos. I'm very happy with the results and they worked great, BUT I'm not in a hurry to use towels/terry cloth anytime soon. What a messy project! Nothing difficult, but little bits of towel were EVERYWHERE! I was happy to vacuum my sewing area tonight! (Also, the towels I got from Walmart snagged something furious. I don't know if all towels would behave that way or not.)

OH, and I ended up back at Walmart for the fabric I mentioned last week that is the hood lining, appliqes and belts. JoAnn's just didn't have anything in the colors I wanted, while the Wally one was exactly right. I asked about coupons and they looked at me like I had two heads. So, no, Walmart does not accept competitor coupons.

All three robes:

Applique closeup:

Heading to the pool:

Regards,
C.

I hope I get a picture of it modeled too...

Those robes look awesome ! I really like the colors and stripes in the sand pail and the initial make it more special. I like initials better than names because it makes it a little easier to pass down.

Towels are a pain. I sewed some monkey tails out of a brown towel for the school play and now I have little brown spots everywhere, looks like ants all over my chair and carpet.

 

[VBAndrea]

Well, after a marathon of sewing last week, I finished the beach robes for my kiddos. I'm very happy with the results and they worked great, BUT I'm not in a hurry to use towels/terry cloth anytime soon. What a messy project! Nothing difficult, but little bits of towel were EVERYWHERE! I was happy to vacuum my sewing area tonight! (Also, the towels I got from Walmart snagged something furious. I don't know if all towels would behave that way or not.)

OH, and I ended up back at Walmart for the fabric I mentioned last week that is the hood lining, appliqes and belts. JoAnn's just didn't have anything in the colors I wanted, while the Wally one was exactly right. I asked about coupons and they looked at me like I had two heads. So, no, Walmart does not accept competitor coupons.

All three robes:

Applique closeup:

Heading to the pool:

Regards,
C.

Those turned out perfect in every way! I love how all three have a different color towel and how the stripe fabric for the ties and appliques pulls all the colors together so nicely. Hopefully they will each get a couple of years' wear out of them with all the work you put into them. I'm assuming you went to Great Wolf -- did you have fun? We have been to the one in Williamsburg a couple of times and the kids just love it.

 

[pequele]

All three robes:

Applique closeup:

Heading to the pool:

Regards,
C.

What pattern is this? I LOVE IT!!!!