Disboutiquers Part 19 Kids Disney Boutique / Customs Clothes psst..we sew ;-)

[Mom2SamandJames]

My oldest son requested that I make his teddy bear a Peter Pan costume, and he wants a matching one for his brother's puppy dog that we got at Build A Bear. I have never quite made pants that small before. Any thoughts or suggestions? (He wants this so he can show them to everyone at his Peter Pan birthday party.)

 

[NaeNae]

My oldest son requested that I make his teddy bear a Peter Pan costume, and he wants a matching one for his brother's puppy dog that we got at Build A Bear. I have never quite made pants that small before. Any thoughts or suggestions? (He wants this so he can show them to everyone at his Peter Pan birthday party.)

Use the dolly size of the Easy Fit Pants.

 

[Mom2SamandJames]

Use the dolly size of the Easy Fit Pants.

Thanks! I think I better get to bed because I should have thought of that. Have sweet dreams everyone.

Dawn

 

[emcreative]

Hi Guys!!

Daniel is to be discharged tomorrow!! Please keep praying. For some reason he has been holding a lot of fluids - but they put him on meds to help. This "b" round of chemo tends to make his counts terrible and he typicall has to go back in a few days later. His spirits are flying high though!!!

I just found out that he and his brothers have become star wars NUTS since Christmas. Do you guys know how you get chosen for the Jedi training? How about do they still have the make your own lightsaber? I want to make sure each child gets a special souviniere this trip, and maybe I'd try to swing this for the guys. Do you know how much it costs? I know there are some SW lovers out there - HELP!!!!

I gave his dad our digital camera to take home tonight to take some pictures of the other kiddos - hopefully he will remember and bring the camera back to me in the am so I can show you their cute faces!!!!

Loving everything thats been posted!!!

We did lightsabers at DHS in July. SO MUCH FUN! The price varies depending on whether you want the "double lightsaber" (like Darth Maul) or single. The single ones were like $20-$25 if I remember correctly.

They rock!

This used to be a self all of Asian art that matched the rest of our bedroom...but geekery has slowly taken over! The Husband and I got a sword display holder so that we could put our lightsabers on it:

With full geekery including the two of us in a photo as SW characters (That was also fun and they have a ton of choices...but it was VERY pricey!)

 

[jessica52877]

Hi Guys!!

Daniel is to be discharged tomorrow!! Please keep praying. For some reason he has been holding a lot of fluids - but they put him on meds to help. This "b" round of chemo tends to make his counts terrible and he typicall has to go back in a few days later. His spirits are flying high though!!!

I just found out that he and his brothers have become star wars NUTS since Christmas. Do you guys know how you get chosen for the Jedi training? How about do they still have the make your own lightsaber? I want to make sure each child gets a special souviniere this trip, and maybe I'd try to swing this for the guys. Do you know how much it costs? I know there are some SW lovers out there - HELP!!!!

I gave his dad our digital camera to take home tonight to take some pictures of the other kiddos - hopefully he will remember and bring the camera back to me in the am so I can show you their cute faces!!!!

Loving everything thats been posted!!!

I think the lightsabers are $20 each (or $22 for Darth Maul's double saber). Atleast they were the last time or two we have build one.

And maybe, just maybe the boys will be getting some jedi mickey shirts!

You can "signup" to be a jedi by going to the stage area before the next show. And yes you can make your own lightsaber in a couple of different places including DTD.

Don't they make a line or something now for it? I liked the randomly chosen but only because we were always randomly chosen (and it seemed to work better at DL where larger stage, less kids and more room to spread out and see).

Wendy, make sure someone doing it knows it is Daniel's wish trip.

Hi everyone, I just wanted to introduce myself, my name is Melissa and I'm totally addicted to this thread! I've spent the last 2 days reading the entire thing! I'm totally inspired by all the amazing creations here.

I'm fairly new to sewing and haven't done much more than the striped twirl skirt and a few tshirt dresses. I'm comfortable making matching skirts for those cute holiday gap shirts.

I'm pretty much chicken to try anything else. I've yet to make anything from an actual pattern. I've bought quite a few already but never opened them. And I've got tons of Carla C's pattern in my shopping cart ready to be purchased.

I've decided to take the plunge and purchase an embroidery machine also. I've spent way to much money over the years on custom disney outfits that I know I can make myself. I just wasn't able to make the applique embroidered shirts without the machine.

So I've decided on the Brother 2800D, kinda scary spending so much on something I've go no clue how to use, but exciting at the same time. Would also love to buy a serger also, I love the look of the rolled hems. I'll probably go cheap on that one and get the Brother 1034D model, hopefully it's okay.

Hopefully soon I'll have some embroidery work to share with all of you. But for right now just working on a valentines day twirl skirt...keeping with what I do best!

Love the skirts and kiddos are adorable! Can't wait to see what else you make! I bought a super expensive machine 10 yrs ago and no idea how to use it or even what it would really do! It didn't take long to learn though! You'll love your brother! I love my little brother and my big brother and my others brothers too!

 

[geishagirl81]

DS was invited to his first class birthday party and he requested I make something pretty for the little girl. So I present, something pretty per request.

OH MY GOSH! SO cute. Ok, I stalk this thread. I have a bow business, but my sewing skills are subpar- I haven't used a pattern in 15 years. You have all inspired me to take a sewing class!!! I start in March Just in time to make a pillowcase dress for dd for our trip in May. I even got really ambitious and bought the Feliz pattern (for later).

So, what is the name of this skirt pattern? I need to make this!!! THANKS!

 

[squirrel]

Here is my version of the Simply Sweet dress (looks very close to me). I finally finished it. I bought some fabric on Saturday so I can now make a Stitch dress with the pattern (my niece can wear it year round). I might even try appliquing Stitch on the bodice of the dress.

 

[NiniMorris]

DS was invited to his first class birthday party and he requested I make something pretty for the little girl. So I present, something pretty per request.

Gorgeous!!!! I have this pattern but have not attempted it yet! Seems like it needs to be on my list soon!

Nini, do you have to buy software after buying the machine in order to download and purchase designs off of the internet? do you know? I am just trying to figure out how much more that machine would cost us. I would so like a machine that is more user friendly and I am just assuming a brother machine would be easier. Who knows, maybe I am wrong.

From what I have read, you just put the design (download) onto a USB thumb drive and plug it in. Give me 10 days and I'll let you know! LOL


OK...is there a chart somewhere that tells which machines use which size bobbins? Trying to get my thread purchased and I can't find this anywhere!

I know my quilter takes different size bobbins than most, and I need to know before I purchase the wrong size. I want to be ready to go once it comes in. I've already read the manual about 5 times online!

Nini

 

[Haganfam5]

Hi Guys!!

Daniel is to be discharged tomorrow!! Please keep praying. For some reason he has been holding a lot of fluids - but they put him on meds to help. This "b" round of chemo tends to make his counts terrible and he typicall has to go back in a few days later. His spirits are flying high though!!!

I just found out that he and his brothers have become star wars NUTS since Christmas. Do you guys know how you get chosen for the Jedi training? How about do they still have the make your own lightsaber? I want to make sure each child gets a special souviniere this trip, and maybe I'd try to swing this for the guys. Do you know how much it costs? I know there are some SW lovers out there - HELP!!!!

I gave his dad our digital camera to take home tonight to take some pictures of the other kiddos - hopefully he will remember and bring the camera back to me in the am so I can show you their cute faces!!!!

Loving everything thats been posted!!!

I am glad Daniel's Chemo is over but I hope the fluid issues can come to an end for him soon. I will keep him in thoughts and prayers.

Wendy, your big-give outfits and shirts were amazing! I love the animal print Mickey heads with the names too! I wish I could do that. I guess I would have to start with a machine that embrioders first ....but that's gonna have to wait.

As you know, my son and husband are huge Star Wars fans! We have to make at least one lightsaber everytime we go. I know it started out at $20 a couple of years ago, but I am sure the price has increased since then. Depending on what other toys they like to play with be sure to check out the
Lego store at DTD too. They have Star Wars legos which my son is into now.

As far as the Jedi Training academy, my best advice would be there early and get in the front. Depending on the ages of the boys you might want to let them watch the experience on Youtube first. We had never seen the show before, my son was around 5 or 6 years old, he dressed up as Luke Skywalker and was so excited to go to Jedi Training. We went for the first show and he was picked the first time. The show begins with a Jedi and his helper schooling the children and audience......but as soon as Darth Vader came out my son was frightened (not knowing what was going to happen) and was escorted off stage (unable to complete the training). I felt horrible because Joey was such a Star Wars fan, he knew Vader was EVIL and was afraid of him, it felt too real for him. I would have shown him or told him what was going to happen if I knew. After watching, he was fine with it and did it at a later time.

They are going to LOVE it there! We are heading to Star Wars weekend this year and cannot wait! We haven't been since 2005 and we had a great time!
I will keep thinking about Star Wars tips for you! Oh, one more is the Disney Pin trading pins. There are lots of cute ones with Disney characters dressed up as Star Wars characters. I am sure they would like collecting them too.

 

[WDWAtLast]

Don't get the Singer Futura! I've heard lots of bad things about that machine from my customers. You don't really need a USB port. My machine uses a floppy disk! Seriously! Most everyone that has a Brother embroidery machine seems to be happy with it (as long as it comes with a 5x7 or bigger hoop). I can't help you out on model names/numbers, though.

Thanks! I have been looking at the Brothers and Babylocks (good reviews and ease of use!) and really like HSN's Brother machines (and prices!) Although I am getting sidetracked looking at a new sewing machine first (mine is 25 years old)

It is the Brother PE 770.

Now I've got to re-look at the budget to see how many designs I can get from Heather...of course I probably should seeif I like to use it first!!!


Nini

I can't wait to read your reviews - this is what I would like - but may get a Brother sewing machine first.

HSN will have free shipping on Brother machines Feb 26 - March 2

 

[tricia]

DS was invited to his first class birthday party and he requested I make something pretty for the little girl. So I present, something pretty per request.

Very pretty April. I saw it over on facebook and was about to ask since when does Hunter wear skirts???

I finally downloaded my pics, mainly because I wanted to share what Katie made for Piper's Give. It is a small pillow, only about 8 inches, but she wanted to make a pillow to just lay her head on if she wanted to nap while traveling. (She is making one for herself next). We used the pattern from YCMT. I love the way of doing this! Katie loved the way it came out. I was very proud of her for doing this. (I made a crayon roll up...you all know what they look like!)

And...so I won't get kicked out of the group....I did some sewing too. I made this purse for Katie....

Awesome job Katie, the pillow came out very nice. Love the bag and the ski masks too. Nice touch with the colourful mohawks.

Hi everyone, I just wanted to introduce myself, my name is Melissa and I'm totally addicted to this thread! I've spent the last 2 days reading the entire thing! I'm totally inspired by all the amazing creations here.

I'm fairly new to sewing and haven't done much more than the striped twirl skirt and a few tshirt dresses. I'm comfortable making matching skirts for those cute holiday gap shirts.

I'm pretty much chicken to try anything else. I've yet to make anything from an actual pattern. I've bought quite a few already but never opened them. And I've got tons of Carla C's pattern in my shopping cart ready to be purchased.

I've decided to take the plunge and purchase an embroidery machine also. I've spent way to much money over the years on custom disney outfits that I know I can make myself. I just wasn't able to make the applique embroidered shirts without the machine.

So I've decided on the Brother 2800D, kinda scary spending so much on something I've go no clue how to use, but exciting at the same time. Would also love to buy a serger also, I love the look of the rolled hems. I'll probably go cheap on that one and get the Brother 1034D model, hopefully it's okay.

Hopefully soon I'll have some embroidery work to share with all of you. But for right now just working on a valentines day twirl skirt...keeping with what I do best!

Those skirts are great. Love the fabric choices. Kids are really cute too. You will love Carla's patterns, don't be afraid, they are very easy.

 

[tjcrabb]

OH MY GOSH! SO cute. Ok, I stalk this thread. I have a bow business, but my sewing skills are subpar- I haven't used a pattern in 15 years. You have all inspired me to take a sewing class!!! I start in March Just in time to make a pillowcase dress for dd for our trip in May. I even got really ambitious and bought the Feliz pattern (for later).

So, what is the name of this skirt pattern? I need to make this!!! THANKS!

This is a CarlaC pattern from YCMT. It's called a twirl sallopini skirt. Here is the link:

http://www.youcanmakethis.com/info/...rl-Scallopini-Sew-Boutique-4-Dolly-and-ME.htm

The pattern is really easy to understand and includes a pattern to make a matching one for a doll. If you use the code supersale when you check out you will get 20% off your order. The sale ends tomrrow.
Tricia

 

[disneygirlsanddrew]

From what I have read, you just put the design (download) onto a USB thumb drive and plug it in. Give me 10 days and I'll let you know! LOL




Nini

Okay, I just watched a video on that machine and now I really want to take mine back and get that one. I must find a way to talk my DH into it! Since you have read through the manual so many times, is there a place to put larger things of thread, like the cones, on there because I have already bought a ton of marathon thread!

 

[disneygirlsanddrew]

Thanks! I have been looking at the Brothers and Babylocks (good reviews and ease of use!) and really like HSN's Brother machines (and prices!) Although I am getting sidetracked looking at a new sewing machine first (mine is 25 years old)



I can't wait to read your reviews - this is what I would like - but may get a Brother sewing machine first.

HSN will have free shipping on Brother machines Feb 26 - March 2

I have a brother sewing machine from walmart.com and love it! It is super user friendly!!!!

 

[cydswipe]

Can anyone help me with a banner for my e!sty? I'm just getting started and my holdups are all these minor details..

Thanks so much!

 

[MinnieVanMom]

Here is my version of the Simply Sweet dress (looks very close to me). I finally finished it. I bought some fabric on Saturday so I can now make a Stitch dress with the pattern (my niece can wear it year round). I might even try appliquing Stitch on the bodice of the dress.

I just love the fabric and the dress!

Thanks for all the comments on the pretty skirt. I do have pictures of DS in the skirt but won't post them since I think we promised not to have boys in skirts. He does test twirl every skirt I make.

I have the brother Innovis and love how easy it is to use. I can plug in a flash stick or connect to my lap top via USB. The stitch are is huge 12X7 and I love the preloaded patterns. Heather, stitchontime and digital design all come out perfect. I really like the brother and easy learning curve.

Wendy, they use to pick the kids and now you just go very early and get in the line to sign up for Jedi training. Hunter loves the training and has been picked at both WDW and DL. It is very cute and I think Daniel would love it.

Be bought the darth maul light saber at the star tours store for about $18 but it was on sale. The lady at the register also gave us a kul star tours pin! When Hunter and I went last year for his birthday I let him pick the entire day. We rode ST 9 times!

 

[jupster75]

I need some Disboutique advice. We are planning a last minute trip to WDW next weekend. This is my daughter's first trip so I would like to make her maybe a one or two special things to wear. My sewing skills may be intermediate and I work full time. So whatever I made would need to be super easy. Please help me with some suggestions.

I do want to make her a shirt with the Mickey head on it. Where can I find the outline for it? I haven't tried applique yet so I might just add it with the double sided fusible interfacing and outline the edge with fabric paint.

 

[dogodisney]

I need some Disboutique advice. We are planning a last minute trip to WDW next weekend. This is my daughter's first trip so I would like to make her maybe a one or two special things to wear. My sewing skills may be intermediate and I work full time. So whatever I made would need to be super easy. Please help me with some suggestions.

I do want to make her a shirt with the Mickey head on it. Where can I find the outline for it? I haven't tried applique yet so I might just add it with the double sided fusible interfacing and outline the edge with fabric paint.

If you go to YCMT, there are a lot of great patterns. There is a pattern for pants that are called "Easy Fits" and a pattern for a shirt called "Portrait Peasant". Both are easy to make and you could do an applique on both. You can even get both of these in a bundle pack and save some money that way. Great thing is you get thepatterns sent to your computer and all you have to do is print them and your set to go. Right now they are running a special (ends Tomorrow) for 20% off with the code SuperSale.

Happy sewing and Enjoy your trip!

 

[Granna4679]

Hi everyone, I just wanted to introduce myself, my name is Melissa and I'm totally addicted to this thread! I've spent the last 2 days reading the entire thing! I'm totally inspired by all the amazing creations here.

I'm fairly new to sewing and haven't done much more than the striped twirl skirt and a few tshirt dresses. I'm comfortable making matching skirts for those cute holiday gap shirts.

I'm pretty much chicken to try anything else. I've yet to make anything from an actual pattern. I've bought quite a few already but never opened them. And I've got tons of Carla C's pattern in my shopping cart ready to be purchased.

I've decided to take the plunge and purchase an embroidery machine also. I've spent way to much money over the years on custom disney outfits that I know I can make myself. I just wasn't able to make the applique embroidered shirts without the machine.

So I've decided on the Brother 2800D, kinda scary spending so much on something I've go no clue how to use, but exciting at the same time. Would also love to buy a serger also, I love the look of the rolled hems. I'll probably go cheap on that one and get the Brother 1034D model, hopefully it's okay.

Hopefully soon I'll have some embroidery work to share with all of you. But for right now just working on a valentines day twirl skirt...keeping with what I do best!

I love the twirl skirts...and did I understand you correctly...you didn't use a pattern? Impressed!! Thats fantastic. Keep it up.

Here is my version of the Simply Sweet dress (looks very close to me). I finally finished it. I bought some fabric on Saturday so I can now make a Stitch dress with the pattern (my niece can wear it year round). I might even try appliquing Stitch on the bodice of the dress.

Very cute!! I love the fabric too!

 

[tvgirlmin]

Got my stuff done for the big give!
The Tink top was done following a tutorial from Lil Blue Boo - so fun! I can't wait to use this technique again.

Jessica, you always share the best ideas and tricks with us! I can't wait to try this look! Thanks girl!

Absolutely gorgeous!!!! I give customs for birthdays, too, and they are almost always the very much appreciated by the little recipient!!! But now I get requests from their moms way in advance - typically for light-up tutus!

Matthew turns 5 in March and wants a Star Wars party, so maybe I can get double duty out of his shirt.
Anyway, I have missed you all and you have been in my thoughts. I'm sorry I kind of dropped off the face of the Dis for a while.
Can't wait to see all the new things you all are working on!

Nice to meet you - I think I am new since you have been around last. And my son is turning 5 with a Star Wars pool party in March - can't wait! He and my hubby are both huge star wars nuts, and hubby missed his birthday last year due to deployment, so it is going to be a huge deal to my son! Do share your planning details and I will be glad to share mine

What amazing stuff, Wendy! You totally rock! And I am so happy for Daniel and praying that his fluid issues resolve quickly!

YUCK!!!! YUCK!!! YUCK!!!


It is official, I have pneumonia.

Hope you are feeling better today!

DS was invited to his first class birthday party and he requested I make something pretty for the little girl. So I present, something pretty per request.

LOVE IT!!!!!! The little bows really set it off!

And...so I won't get kicked out of the group....I did some sewing too. I made this purse for Katie....

And these ski mask for our trip to Ohio. Both patterns came from YCMT. The mask I just added the "mohawk" to make it easier to spot the kids and make them a little cooler...cause I'm cool like that!

Way to go, Katie!!! And you know I am a HUGE fan of the knot purse. Great hats, too! I LOVE the Mohawk!!! My little girl is a terrible runner - I am always looking for ways to keep an eye on her!

I just found out that he and his brothers have become star wars NUTS since Christmas. Do you guys know how you get chosen for the Jedi training? How about do they still have the make your own lightsaber? I want to make sure each child gets a special souviniere this trip, and maybe I'd try to swing this for the guys. Do you know how much it costs? I know there are some SW lovers out there - HELP!!!!

Back in September, they just picked from the crowd for Jedi Training. My little guy was a little afraid when vader walked out, but fighting him is his best memory from the trip! It is so cool! You can build your own lightsaber at Tatooine Traders at the attraction or at DTD. I think it was $17 for a regular or $22 for a Darth Maul - we ended up with two of each because my hubby and little boy can't control themselves around star wars!

Here are some shots of Jedi Jack:

And my hubby and Jack together with the photo sim:

Welcome Melissa! Your skirts look awesome! If you are that good without a pattern, you will totally rock with one!!

Parent teacher conference at pre-school today, so not much else going on here. Hubby is sick at work, hoping he is feeling better by tonight! A nasty bug is going around that makes you really weak and dizzy, and makes you feel like you want to throw up. I had it earlier in the week, and the kids have both thrown up this week, but we are all better (it seems to last only about 24 hours). Hope he is on the mend soon - there is no call in sick policy for the Navy!