Disboutiquers Part 28 Kids Disney Boutique / Customs Clothes psst..we sew ;-)

[VBAndrea]

Untitled by Go Team Wood, on Flickr
My Embroidery Machine came yesterday and I just finished my first attempt at appliqué. I learned that I need more than 3 colors of thread and I didn't trim close enough, but I have high hopes of being able to make more awesome things! Hooray. (This owl is scraps, I intend to add it to a baby quilt I have in progress.)

And now to the fabric store to buy thread and more fabric. Thanks for the 20 percent Joann coupons!

Very cute! I was going to tell you to order a set of thread form Marathon but read ahead and saw you have a set coming

Hi! I have been thinking about you a lot. Hope you are doing well and everything is going okay. Any updates on Penny?


Sunshine

We won't have an update on Penny for another month when she gets her labs redone. For now she is getting tons of meds -- not really tons but I have to cut her liver pill in three to get it in her and then her anitbiotic is 1.5 tabs twice a day. Her brother is loving the people food I put them in -- he doesn't get any meds but I have to be fair and give him the same treats (just bread and turkey).

Sorry for the Photobomb, but I have several things to share!


First up DS's Woody Inspired outfit. I had already posted the completed shorts. Those were made out of Chambray from the Fishsticks FREE Mud Puddle Splashers Pattern. For the top, I traced around a shirt to get the pattern I needed to upcycle a larger yellow tee. Then I used that same pattern to make the full vest and sewed that onto the yellow tee. Rounding things out on the shirt is the felt Sheriff badge that looks like a drunkard sewed on....what can I say? It was late, I was tired and DONE! The bandana is just a simple triangle that I used a narrow rolled hem to finish.

Next up: Toy Story 3 Barbie Inspired outfit. When my DD said she wanted her toy story outfit to be Barbie I had a lot of trouble coming up with a comfortable interpretation of her workout outfit. I never was able to find the color of teal that I wanted to use for the main portions of the outfit. I ended up using a tank and knit short set as the base. The shorts had some design on them that I had to use the felt star to cover over, but that looked funny by itself so I embroidered "Barbie + Ken 4 Ever!" and a few hearts on it. In hindsight, I wish I had used a darker thread for the words because they don't pop. Used some pink fabric to make a belt that fastens with hook & eyes. I added the Barbie silhouette to the shirt because DD was concerned that "people might not know who I am".

DD(8) Tinkerbell Set. Embellished shirt with embroidery "Believe" and added a rolled rosette made from bias tape and a button flower. The skirt is the "Cinched Peek-A-Boo Skirt" found here: http://www.craftinessisnotoptional.com/2011/06/guest-posting-for-riley-blake.html The only change I made was to use bias tape for the binding and ties instead of hem and ribbons.

DD(6) Animal Kingdom Dress. I didn't Disney-fy this one because from looking at the clothes on the racks, it appears that animal print fabrics are going to be "in" this season, so I decided she would probably wear this again outside of Disney. This was made from McCall's M6270 view D. I also made the bloomers to go under the dress so I don't have to worry about it.

DD(8)'s Animal Kingdom outfit. DD picked this rainbow giraffe print and we found a teal polka dot batik to go with it. I ran out of thread so it's not actually totally finished (but really just topstitching to do). Used the "sunny Day Frock" by Carolina Fair Designs on youcanmakethis. the only change was that I added the ruffle on the neckline.

And totally unrelated to disney, three knit pairs of pajama shorts for DS. Used the FREE Create Kid's Couture "Aiden" shorts pattern that can be found on fabric.com

Sunshine

WOW! You've been busy! Your ds's Woody is my favorite and I also really like both AK dresses. I love the giraffe fabric -- is that at Joann's??? And I have to look at that pj bottom pattern -- it looks nicer than Easy Fits. Thanks for sharing

Hi Everyone!!
I have been sewing for a while and get so inspired with your clothes! I have a ruffler but have yet to use it. I still do the baste and scrunch. I would so love to use it so I can do everything in one step BUT I don't know how much fabric and what settings are best. Could a few people let me know their favorite settings for the ruffler. I will be working on clothes for my girls ages 1yr and 5 yrs.
I have a few boutique style top patterns and dresses as well as shorts and capri pants.
Do I just use the width of the fabric and hope for the best or sew two or three strips together??
Help!!

I was also going to suggest Carla's ruffler tut on YCMT. I don't have a ruffler so I'm useless at helping.

I have looked at several of your pages before but have never posted. You all make amazing items. Now that I have a son and he is going on his first Disney trip you all have inspired me to sew some for this trip. I have a Baby Lock Quilters Choice sewing machine and a Brother PE 770 Embroidery Machine. I have done sever appliques but no lettering. I was wondering if y'all could give any advice on lettering software. There is so much information out there that I'm confused. I don't think I want to do digitizing just lettering. Thanks for any help.

I do not have any programs but I know embrid has a free trial version. A cheap program to purchase is Sew What Pro, which I will likely get someday.

 

[BabyRapunzel]

I have also just purchased a brother pe770, but it won't arrive until later this week. I know machines can be picky about thread, etc. What supplies will I need to get started out of the box? I have a Joann's coupon for 20% off purchase, but if I go in without a plan, I will spend too much. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

 

[Sandi S]

I have also just purchased a brother pe770, but it won't arrive until later this week. I know machines can be picky about thread, etc. What supplies will I need to get started out of the box? I have a Joann's coupon for 20% off purchase, but if I go in without a plan, I will spend too much. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Sulky thread (at Joann's) is great. I would get a few basic colors (buy the biggest size Sulky cones of white, black, red, and maybe 3-4 other colors you think you might use). You need extra needles, stabilizer, bobbin thread for embroidery (look in the Coats and Clark embroidery thread display).

 

[4monkeys]

Hello. I have been lurking, but not sewing right now. Allison has been sick with various bugs since wert got back from Disney. She actually was diagnosed with pneumonia today.

I need something to do now... I was thinking pillowcases for my kids and niece and nephews. Any other suggestions that may be easier?

 

[miprender]

Andrea... saw a post that you were happy about your electric/gas bills. I was too.

I got the Brother PE-770, which I ordered from Amazon and it arrived yesterday. My main issue was thread color, since I only have a couple of colors on hand. I have since gotten appropriate scissors and supposedly the thread collection I ordered when I got the machine should arrive today.

Great... I am glad you went with the PE770. I think Brother should start giving us a commission on all their sales.

I have looked at several of your pages before but have never posted. You all make amazing items. Now that I have a son and he is going on his first Disney trip you all have inspired me to sew some for this trip. I have a Baby Lock Quilters Choice sewing machine and a Brother PE 770 Embroidery Machine. I have done sever appliques but no lettering. I was wondering if y'all could give any advice on lettering software. There is so much information out there that I'm confused. I don't think I want to do digitizing just lettering. Thanks for any help.

Unless you use the fonts already prebuilt into the machine, you would need software to do lettering.

I have also just purchased a brother pe770, but it won't arrive until later this week. I know machines can be picky about thread, etc. What supplies will I need to get started out of the box? I have a Joann's coupon for 20% off purchase, but if I go in without a plan, I will spend too much. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

You will probably get a million answers on the thread. My Brother machines hate Coats & Clarke and I have trouble with Sulky too

I love the Pacesetter embroidery thread and Floriani, but unfortunately you can only get them at a sewing store or online.

Hello. I have been lurking, but not sewing right now. Allison has been sick with various bugs since wert got back from Disney. She actually was diagnosed with pneumonia today.

I need something to do now... I was thinking pillowcases for my kids and niece and nephews. Any other suggestions that may be easier?

So sorry the hear that Allison is sick.

 

[dianemom2]

Untitled by Go Team Wood, on Flickr
My Embroidery Machine came yesterday and I just finished my first attempt at appliqué. I learned that I need more than 3 colors of thread and I didn't trim close enough, but I have high hopes of being able to make more awesome things! Hooray. (This owl is scraps, I intend to add it to a baby quilt I have in progress.)

And now to the fabric store to buy thread and more fabric. Thanks for the 20 percent Joann coupons!

Great first applique! It looks very good. When I first started out, I ordered a bunch of thread from Threadart.com. They had nice quality thread and it was cheaper than buying at Joanns, even on sale. Can't wait to see your finished baby quilt.

http://www.craftinessisnotoptional.com/2011/06/guest-posting-for-riley-blake.html

Sunshine

I love everything but I have to admit that I have a few favorites. I think Andrea and I are thinking alike tonight. LOL! My favorites are the same as hers. I love the Woody outfit and I adore both of the Animal Kingdom dresses. If you wanted to "Disnify" them some, you could do an applique on some felt and then just baste it to the outfit. Then, after Disney, it would be easy to remove and the outfit could be worn for everything (although there is nothing wrong with wearing Disney items for everyday usage.) I also like your Mud Puddle pajama bottoms. I made a pair of pants today using that pattern and I was quite happy with how they turned out. When I make them next time, I am going to make some changes in how I stitch out that mock fly but it turned out well enough this time.

I have also just purchased a brother pe770, but it won't arrive until later this week. I know machines can be picky about thread, etc. What supplies will I need to get started out of the box? I have a Joann's coupon for 20% off purchase, but if I go in without a plan, I will spend too much. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

I think Sandi answered you already but I will just give my list too. You will need stabilizer, temporary adhesive spray, embroidery thread, a pair of small, curved tipped scissors, several colors of embroidery thread and the special thread for the bobbins. When I first started out, I ordered a bunch of thread from Threadart.com. They had nice quality thread and it was cheaper than buying at Joanns, even on sale.

Hello. I have been lurking, but not sewing right now. Allison has been sick with various bugs since wert got back from Disney. She actually was diagnosed with pneumonia today.

I need something to do now... I was thinking pillowcases for my kids and niece and nephews. Any other suggestions that may be easier?

Sorry that Allison has been sick. I hope she gets better soon. You have had a rough summer with the whole house passing germs around, haven't you!!

Pillowcases should be nice and easy to sew up. If you wanted to make them fancy, you could embroidery their names onto the side near the opening.

 

[pequele]

Is it not working? Sometimes you need the thread just right for it to go in. Or try resetting the needle by hitting that button. If the needle is in the right position the thread won't go in.

I think I may have an answer, the owner of the shop actually called me today and asked how things were going! I'm not playing tonight with it (I went out and bought MORE thread) so I will try tomorrow!

I got the owl on etsy:
http://www.etsy.com/shop/JoyousEmbroidery which was sort of a funny first-world-problems moment when I spent more than an hour looking for the cutest owl pattern on etsy. I went with this one because the body shape mimics owls on some fabric I got I want to make a pillowcase dress for a friend's daughter.

Great thanks, I'm going to check it out...I love owls!

I have also just purchased a brother pe770, but it won't arrive until later this week. I know machines can be picky about thread, etc. What supplies will I need to get started out of the box? I have a Joann's coupon for 20% off purchase, but if I go in without a plan, I will spend too much. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

I can tell you from my multiple trips to Joann's this past week (let's see, I am now on 4 days in a row bwahahaha!) the Gutermann threads are on sale 40% off and then you also get the 20% off of that! I've been using mostly that in my new Brother 2800D and have lots of success with it. I got some Sulky but only used 1 color of it so far. Didn't seem much different. The Pacesetter that I got a set of basic colors of from the owner of the shop is ok but I like the other 2 brands better really. They just feel heavier than the Pacesetter brand. Whatever you do, write down the numbers you buy cuz like I've said, I have gone back 4 days in a row and I have bought probably at least 100 colors at this point and only 1 set of duplicates because I missed the one color on my list tonight while cross checking haha.


So here are my 1st 3 projects with my new machine....my kid is LOVING it. He may be upset tomorrow morning that he didn't get yet another new one because I was out buying more thread tonite! BTW does anyone have a recommendation for a boy's bowling type shirt, one with the ability to color block or stripe? Remember I'm new and can't piece together/manipulate patterns yet

 

[goteamwood]

I think I may have an answer, the owner of the shop actually called me today and asked how things were going! I'm not playing tonight with it (I went out and bought MORE thread) so I will try tomorrow!



Great thanks, I'm going to check it out...I love owls!



I can tell you from my multiple trips to Joann's this past week (let's see, I am now on 4 days in a row bwahahaha!) the Gutermann threads are on sale 40% off and then you also get the 20% off of that! I've been using mostly that in my new Brother 2800D and have lots of success with it. I got some Sulky but only used 1 color of it so far. Didn't seem much different. The Pacesetter that I got a set of basic colors of from the owner of the shop is ok but I like the other 2 brands better really. They just feel heavier than the Pacesetter brand. Whatever you do, write down the numbers you buy cuz like I've said, I have gone back 4 days in a row and I have bought probably at least 100 colors at this point and only 1 set of duplicates because I missed the one color on my list tonight while cross checking haha.


So here are my 1st 3 projects with my new machine....my kid is LOVING it. He may be upset tomorrow morning that he didn't get yet another new one because I was out buying more thread tonite! BTW does anyone have a recommendation for a boy's bowling type shirt, one with the ability to color block or stripe? Remember I'm new and can't piece together/manipulate patterns yet

Looks great! I finished some Incredibles shirts today for all 4 of us, Mom Dad and the boys, they're in the wash but I will get a photo tomorrow, hopefully.

The bowling shirt pattern I used FOR ALL THESE is from youcanmakethis.com, it's the carlac kids bowling shirt pattern. It was the first clothing I had sewn since middle school and I found the instructions amazingly simple to follow. I have since made 12 total shirts. Well, sort of. I have 1 set still in production but I got distracted by my shiny new embroidery machine.

I also used that pattern to make the boys safari vests for Animal Kingdom. Just left off the sleeves and collar.

 

[Sandi S]

Great first applique! It looks very good. When I first started out, I ordered a bunch of thread from Threadart.com. They had nice quality thread and it was cheaper than buying at Joanns, even on sale. Can't wait to see your finished baby quilt.

I also have several sets of Thread Art thread that I got right after I bought my machine. It's like having a Crayola box on the wall!

 

[goteamwood]

I also have several sets of Thread Art thread that I got right after I bought my machine. It's like having a Crayola box on the wall!

Do you buy polyester/blend/cotton? I just ordered when I ordered my machine, it was a "people who buy this also buy this..." thing from Amazon. It was, ironically, a set of 20 shipped from Threadart. It is polyester. I have always done the all-purpose poly/cotton blend thread except for quilting I use 100 percent cotton. I hope I got the right stuff.

 

[babynala]

WOW! you guys have been so busy creating some really amazing things. Congrats to all the happy owners of new machines (or new to you machines).

I stayed up late tonight to catch up on this thread. I apologize if I missed quoting everyone as there was WAY TOO MUCH to quote. I actually made something but didn't take pictures yet. Nothing too exciting but I did sew my first crayon roll and I made one for my DD's markers/pens.

Diane - sorry you had such a rainy vacation. I'm glad to hear your dad is doing better and I hope your DH's foot is better soon. I can't believe you've had to go to the ER twice since your return.

Andrea - happy belated birthday. Glad to hear your little pup is doing better.

Cheryl - I LOVE your tote bag and your thread art is very impressive too.

...but I'm all caught up on reading again! I've been MIA for over a month now. I think the last time I was here I was sewing for my WDW weekend. I'm terrible, I never take pics, but we had fun with all the matching t-shirts. I missed TS Debby at home, but she chased our cruise ship (not DCL) around the Bahamas. We missed a port due to rough seas, but it ended up being a good trip overall.

Amanda update...for those who weren't here for the original story, she is the 18 yo DD of a co-worker who broke her neck in a trampoline accident...She spent a month in rehab and came home last week! She still has some difficulty on the right side, but can walk using a walker! Her right hand still frustrates her but all the medical people say her abilities are nothing short of a miracle. Normally one wouldn't make this much progress so fast, she's at the point most people with similar injuries are after 6 months of extensive therapy. She'll continue with OT & PT, but here at our local hospital.

Looking forward to being around a bit more!

Glad to hear you had a nice trip in spite of Debby. Thanks for the update on Amanda, glad to hear that she has made such great progress.

I have started this post two or three times over the last week and always end up being distracted.
As most of you know my oldest was due to have her first baby on July 29th.
She started with a headache on Tuesday July 3rd, I insisted she go in for a BP check when she still had the headache on Thursday the 5th. On the morning of July 6th they told her she had developed pre-eclampsia and they delivered her by emergency c-section. I was at the hospital with her and they wouldn't wait for Daryl to arrive so I was in the OR with her.
He was 36 weeks and we were a little concerned about lung development and whether or not he would have difficulty. Thankfully, he was perfect needed no assistance of any kind.

Matthew Augustine Anderson

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Now that things have settled down a little I have some sewing to do, I was in the process of making a diaper bag and a changing pad. I'll post those when I finish. Now to go back and catch up on everything I missed.

How sweet. Congrats on the arrival of Matthew. How scary for Rachel. I hope everyone is doing well.

Sandi - I'm loving all the stuff you have made for your trip. The Nemo and Phineas shirts are great. Your DD's popsicle dress is adorable!!! She is a little "firework".

Chellewashere - you have been making such cute things for your trip.

PrincessMickey - Just wanted to send a little virtual hug. Such a horrible tragedy. As for your son's hand don't feel bad, my husband did the same thing a few years ago. Those rotary blades are just calling out to be touched.

I haven't been on here in ages. Crazy to think for a few years I was on this thread daily. Now I mostly stick with the Facebook crew because I can get on easily from my phone. BUT I just downloaded the free Dis app, so I may be able to check in more often again. My 2 year old and 5 month old keep me busy so I haven't been sewing as much as I like! Just curious to see who from the old crew still posts around here!

Hi Adi. I'm sure you are busy with two little ones (you need to update your siggy pics).

Smile5sunshine - love the pictures of all your stuff. The Woody shirt is perfect! and the Barbie outfit is so cute. Great idea.

Pequele - love all the stuff you have been making with your new machine.

I hope I can keep up with you guys!!

 

[TinkNH]

Where was the Nemo fabric ? What does it look like ? I've been searching but have found nothing. I always end up with more than what I went in there for.

I'm no help with your older DD. Don't have a girl that age and the teen DD that I do have is very girly and doesn't want me to make her anything.

Also, I have to ask, is there anything wrong with my DS8 wanting to learn to sew and having his own machine ? My siblings are telling me it's not right, that I was already pushing it with letting him have his hair long. It's only to his shoulders and cut in a boys style. he plays all kinds of sports and does lots of other "boy" things, so what's wrong with this ? definitely not a sissy type boy.

The nemo fabric was near the other disney fabric, but across the little aisle..at joannes...its a pale blue with nemo and squirt on it..really cute and I plan to do a dress and a pair of shorts out of it

As for your son learning to sew..I think thats AWESOME! I feel the same way about that as I would if my daughter wanted to learn to fish or fix a car...I dont worry about gender stereotypes and just let my kids do what they want...which is why my oldest played with trains and my son likes to play daddy with the baby dolls. My mother shakes her head when hes toting a baby around but whats wrong with practicing to be a daddy? he has also been known to put on his sisters shoes and dress up stuff....but next thing is in the dirt with his monster trucks...with is twin sister beside him in her princess dress
sorry for the rant..this is sort of one of my soapbox issues...I got into an argument with a woman at a craft fair who did kids room signs..my DD wanted a dinosaur one but they all had boys on them ..only princesses and ballerinas for the girls and she kept trying to sway my kid into pink ballerinas. She got a red dinosaur
I will stop ranting now

My oldest DD is the same way. She doesn't really dig dresses anymore, although she will occasionally wear some. Mine prefers to wear skirts now. How about decoupaging some shorts? Reglan tees/tanks? How about one of Carla C's Tunic patterns?

Or What about something like this:
http://www.themotherhuddle.com/tutorial-easy-sweet-summer-top/


Sunshine

that is a cute top...I'll have to show her. and I lost a bunch of quotes I made...but I will check out little blue boo..thanks whoever mentioned that...
I am making DD4 a cinderella dress and DD10 (Its her birthday today!) Wants me to make her a sleeping beauty one for MNNSHP Kid never ceases to surprise me!

Lots of cute stuff posted...I go off to the lake for a day and its a posting spree...super cute!

 

[Sandi S]

Do you buy polyester/blend/cotton? I just ordered when I ordered my machine, it was a "people who buy this also buy this..." thing from Amazon. It was, ironically, a set of 20 shipped from Threadart. It is polyester. I have always done the all-purpose poly/cotton blend thread except for quilting I use 100 percent cotton. I hope I got the right stuff.

You want poly for embroidery.

 

[blessedmom4]

I wanted to remind you once again today is Lisa's surgery and ask you to PLEASE keep her in prayer. We have been inpatient since Monday. She is having surgery today and we could certainly use all of the prayers we can get. Thank you!

AMY, I know things have been rough since you all returned from the Disney trip and Alli returned from camp. HUGE prayers for you to have some relief and time to be able to get back to your new machine!

Thanks for keeping me drooling with all of the latest creations!!! It helps to pass the time in the middle of the night.

 

[RMAMom]

I wanted to remind you once again today is Lisa's surgery and ask you to PLEASE keep her in prayer. We have been inpatient since Monday. She is having surgery today and we could certainly use all of the prayers we can get. Thank you!

AMY, I know things have been rough since you all returned from the Disney trip and Alli returned from camp. HUGE prayers for you to have some relief and time to be able to get back to your new machine!

Thanks for keeping me drooling with all of the latest creations!!! It helps to pass the time in the middle of the night.

Judy please know that we are all here praying for Lisa and all of you. I'm sorry she is so anxious about this, I am hoping that she is on the schedule early so she wont have time to sit and worry. (and neither will her Momma )
Please keep us posted when you have a minute.

 

[VBAndrea]

I have also just purchased a brother pe770, but it won't arrive until later this week. I know machines can be picky about thread, etc. What supplies will I need to get started out of the box? I have a Joann's coupon for 20% off purchase, but if I go in without a plan, I will spend too much. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

I would just order thread from Marathon or Threadart -- Sulky gets pricey and it breaks all the time in my PE770. I saw Sandi recommended it, but it really does not like my machine and mine is the same as what you ordered. I think the only thing I got at Joann's for my machine was scissors. I order tear away from Marathon and buy Floriana cut away from the Sew-Vac shop. My dd has sensitive skin so Floriani works best for her.

And FYI -- gutterman thread was the WORST thread I ever used! I know D loves it, but it hates my machines.

So here are my 1st 3 projects with my new machine....my kid is LOVING it. He may be upset tomorrow morning that he didn't get yet another new one because I was out buying more thread tonite! BTW does anyone have a recommendation for a boy's bowling type shirt, one with the ability to color block or stripe? Remember I'm new and can't piece together/manipulate patterns yet

Super cute! Your ds looks a lot older than 3 -- he looks really similar to a 7 year old I know (who happens to be on the short for his age).

AMY: Sorry about Alli and the pneumonia That girl never gets a break.

JUDY: I posted on your thread this morning.

 

[pequele]

Looks great! I finished some Incredibles shirts today for all 4 of us, Mom Dad and the boys, they're in the wash but I will get a photo tomorrow, hopefully.

The bowling shirt pattern I used FOR ALL THESE is from youcanmakethis.com, it's the carlac kids bowling shirt pattern. It was the first clothing I had sewn since middle school and I found the instructions amazingly simple to follow. I have since made 12 total shirts. Well, sort of. I have 1 set still in production but I got distracted by my shiny new embroidery machine.

I also used that pattern to make the boys safari vests for Animal Kingdom. Just left off the sleeves and collar.

Perfect! I will be checking it out tonight. Thank you!!!

 

[pequele]

And FYI -- gutterman thread was the WORST thread I ever used! I know D loves it, but it hates my machines.

Super cute! Your ds looks a lot older than 3 -- he looks really similar to a 7 year old I know (who happens to be on the short for his age).

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Hahaha I think this is funny how we are all suggesting different thread for this poor DISer! I dunno if we helped her or not now I'm new at this so I dunno how much my opinion counts hehe

Yup my DS is one huge 3yo! He towers over the 5 yos and gives grandfathers heart attacks in Staples when they ask if he's 6! If you could only understand my lament when he pulls a 3yo tantrum in public when people think he's older than he is. I found a great "birthday" embroidery and appliqué set saying things like "I'm one, I'm two, etc". I plan on making the "I'm three!" shirt for him in 42 different colors! Bwhahaha

 

[goteamwood]

Hahaha I think this is funny how we are all suggesting different thread for this poor DISer! I dunno if we helped her or not now I'm new at this so I dunno how much my opinion counts hehe

Yup my DS is one huge 3yo! He towers over the 5 yos and gives grandfathers heart attacks in Staples when they ask if he's 6! If you could only understand my lament when he pulls a 3yo tantrum in public when people think he's older than he is. I found a great "birthday" embroidery and appliqué set saying things like "I'm one, I'm two, etc". I plan on making the "I'm three!" shirt for him in 42 different colors! Bwhahaha

My nephew just turned 5 and has sort of leveled out size-wise. He was a huge baby and toddler and my brother had the same issue with people expecting 5-6 year old behavior from a 2 year old in size 5T. I have the opposite problem, one of my almost-3 year old boys is tiny, like 2-3 percentile. His twin brother is 3 inches and 5-6 lbs bigger. Everyone thinks he is a baby. Even though he's technically the "older" by 1 whole minute.

 

[pequele]

Yup he's 3'9" and 49.8#! Always has been off the chart and now hes at that age where the clothes arent very age appropriate anymore because he's not i to video games and shows where they fight etc yet. I hate it!!! He's getting size 6 pants for school next year (they wear uniforms even in preschool) and size 7 polos! The shirts in him in these pics are the youth small 6-8 from Joann's which are a tad long on him but other 6-8 fit him fine. Maybe in a few months I can start using things from my upper kitchen cabinets because he can help me get them down then