Disboutiquers Part 12 Kids Disney Boutique / Customs Clothes psst..we sew

[luvinyou]

I actually do not use a pattern anymore for the straps and skirt... just simple math.. but the bodice is of course Carla C's

Thanks! I figured you did some modifications, but was wondering how to get a similair look.

It actually looks cleaner in the pictures. The real mess is in the dining room which I promised my husband would be put away by tomorrow. I did clean for a few hours a couple days ago so my fabric shelves are looking better. Anyway, since taking this photo and putting more fabric away I have run out of room. I am a little concerned to say the least! LOL You can see why I have am going on the fabric fast. When everything is put away I am going to count the prints.

My DH was nice enough to help me a little tonight. He was sorting remnants for me. He was telling me the whole time what a waste it was to keep tiny pieces of fabric. We went several rounds. I won! After that he did his homework and then lounged in the art room. He was supposed to help me but his company was nice. He is sacked out on the couch watching Wall-e right now. My girls say it's a boy movie and will never watch it.

So without further ado here is my mess . . .

ps. I did not and will not take a picture of the dining room. LOL I cannot believe I am posting these.

WOW! Colour me jealous! I don't think my local fabric store even has that many prints. I need to get organized, even though my fabric would take up like on row of shelf lol

 

[cerberus]

Hello. I am looking for some recommendations on where to buy pettiskirts, Matilda Jane style clothes and knot dresses.
Thanks!

 

[Piper]

I was writing my list of "todo's" when someone knocked on the door. I answered it and when I came back, here is what I found:

Guess I can't do any work! Why do cats always lay on what you are reading or writing?

Anyway, I ordered a new computer. It won't be here until after the middle of March. I am hoping that faster speed and more memory will enable me to post more. Right now, this computer freezes a lot when I try to reply or quote (and forget multiquote!) It is really, really old! Kinda like me! I often see really nice things that I want to comment on, but by the time I get the computer to work right--many others have already commented and said the things I wanted to say!

 

[Camping Griswalds]

OK...So I am almost ashamed to post my little tiny work shop, but here it is. It is very small I usually only purchase 1 yard at a time for my daughters customs, but sometimes, if I think that I can sell it - I will purchase more, just in case!

I save everyting!! So here it is...and some day I hope to be at AimeeG's level...truly!! I took an old Entertainment center we had in my son's room, and rather than scrapping it and speding money on what I really wanted (and it was at Ikea-dark brown bookshelfes on clearance for $75) I re-used this...for now!!! LOL!! The baskets I had bought a year ago and they really were not in good use...so re-used them as well. I do have another sewing machine behind this area on a long built in desk where I do most of my work...the one in the picture is set up just do to my ruffling!! LOL! It is broken, but it ruffles with clear thread...so it works for me!

I have since purchased some thread and bobbin organizers...but they're not in the pics.

I like your stash! Controlled Not lilke mine! Where did you get your dress form? I would love to find one!

Considering that my stash is "hidden" I think all of everyones pictures are great. I have fabric stashed under my bed, under the sewing machine table, in the trunk of my car, in my daughters bedroom....well you get the point right?

 

[charlinn]

I like your stash! Controlled Not lilke mine! Where did you get your dress form? I would love to find one!

Considering that my stash is "hidden" I think all of everyones pictures are great. I have fabric stashed under my bed, under the sewing machine table, in the trunk of my car, in my daughters bedroom....well you get the point right?

Haha...in your trunk that is so funny. I purchased my dress form at a used retail supplies store in Sacramento. For the form & the stand I think it was $75. Which from what I understand is pretty cheap?? I need a smaller one though!! My StripWork Jumpers don't fit on it!! Ugh!! It's more for size 7/8-14 girls... So I am looking for a toddler size one that is cheap. But need to wait a little, for it!!

 

[SallyfromDE]

My sewing machine is starting to act "funky" and I am debating buying a new one. I would like a machine that is heavier duty, I can applique with, make clothing, possibly embroider with, has a button foot, and perhaps I can machine quilt with. Does anyone have any suggestions? I know for this type of machine, I'm looking at a financial investment, but at the same time I do not want to spend a fortune. I have a feeling now that the sewing bug has bitten me, I will be making more and more clothing. I prefer to dress my DD modestly, and am finding it harder to do so with the clothing I am finding in stores - yet will be able to do so if I make them - and she LOVES the idea (for now anyway) of me making her clothes. Thanks everyone!

I have a Janome Decor Computer, DC 3050. It's a good sturdy machine. And pretty reasonable. I think new they are around $400-500. I got mine from someone that had traded it in for an upgrade. So it was less then a year old. I think it was about $300.

I was writing my list of "todo's" when someone knocked on the door. I answered it and when I came back, here is what I found:

Guess I can't do any work! Why do cats always lay on what you are reading or writing?

Anyway, I ordered a new computer. It won't be here until after the middle of March. I am hoping that faster speed and more memory will enable me to post more. Right now, this computer freezes a lot when I try to reply or quote (and forget multiquote!) It is really, really old! Kinda like me! I often see really nice things that I want to comment on, but by the time I get the computer to work right--many others have already commented and said the things I wanted to say!

Piper, I love your cat. Is she a blue point something?

 

[aimeeg]

I know I have a lot of fabric and honestly I am feeling pretty embarrassed. Most prints are only one yard but some are two. If I make two peseant tops I need both girls. I have to make a six and a two. I have a lot of prints because I do make a lot of stripwork skirts/dresses. I automatically buy a yard or I would have a lot less. I guess now that everything is getting better organized I am feeling pretty guilty.

Charlin- I love your dress form. I really would love to get one someday. Maybe for my birthday.

Griz- I love love love love how you keep your stash. I have always thought it was hysterical.

 

[charlinn]

Do all of you know about the fabric swap?? I missed it!! Until now. If you haven't gone over there! You really should!

 

[charlinn]

AimeeG, please do not feel guilty!! We are all so jealous!! LOL!! Really what better thing can you do than spend time at home with your family, creating lifetime memories with the clothes you create!! There are much worse things we as mom's (and Grandma's & Auntie's) could be doing and spending our money on. I may spend more on material now then previously...but the good news is, I rarely buy my DD clothes at departments stores, unless they are components for a Custom I am doing. I used to spend a ton of money on her clothes, now...I make her a set & sell a set (well I that is the intention) LOL!!

Don't feel bad!! You really should check out the Fabric Swap..though...technically, it's not buying fabric it's trading!!

 

[Haganfam5]

Yup, I'm there!

Well, Here it is. The grand reveal!!! The corset top and ruffled capris and of course my little ham:

She Loves it!!! She will have to wait until it's a bit warmer to wear it though!

 

[jessica52877]

The camarks big give trip report has been started. This was AJ and his family and AJ's wish was to take a disney cruise!

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=30433704#post30433704

 

[charlinn]

HaganFam5...that set is adorable...and your model is way too cute!!! I love her poses!!

 

[JustcallmeHappy]

Does anyone know of any online stores that are good that carry bulk blank tshirts? I thought I had enough Wall e ones made but I don't

 

[Dreamer & Wisher]

My sewing machine is starting to act "funky" and I am debating buying a new one. I would like a machine that is heavier duty, I can applique with, make clothing, possibly embroider with, has a button foot, and perhaps I can machine quilt with. Does anyone have any suggestions? I know for this type of machine, I'm looking at a financial investment, but at the same time I do not want to spend a fortune. I have a feeling now that the sewing bug has bitten me, I will be making more and more clothing. I prefer to dress my DD modestly, and am finding it harder to do so with the clothing I am finding in stores - yet will be able to do so if I make them - and she LOVES the idea (for now anyway) of me making her clothes. Thanks everyone!

Have you considered a Singer Futura? It is a good machine, I have the basic model. It does embroidery, it has a cool button foot. It has a fully automatic button holder. I am not sure if it does machine quilting. I got mine for $500.

 

[PrincessKell]

Yup, I'm there!

Well, Here it is. The grand reveal!!! The corset top and ruffled capris and of course my little ham:

She Loves it!!! She will have to wait until it's a bit warmer to wear it though!

Look at that Model posin it up! I love it! That outfit is super cute. and I can see the brilliant colors in it in those photos.

 

[Tracie]

Yup, I'm there!

Well, Here it is. The grand reveal!!! The corset top and ruffled capris and of course my little ham:

She Loves it!!! She will have to wait until it's a bit warmer to wear it though!

Wow! Love it! I would wear that if I were skinny

Tracie

 

[Dreamer & Wisher]

I was writing my list of "todo's" when someone knocked on the door. I answered it and when I came back, here is what I found:

Guess I can't do any work! Why do cats always lay on what you are reading or writing?

Anyway, I ordered a new computer. It won't be here until after the middle of March. I am hoping that faster speed and more memory will enable me to post more. Right now, this computer freezes a lot when I try to reply or quote (and forget multiquote!) It is really, really old! Kinda like me! I often see really nice things that I want to comment on, but by the time I get the computer to work right--many others have already commented and said the things I wanted to say!

I love that cat. She is so pretty. I used to have 4 cats but I am down to one, they have all gotten old and passed away. Mine always like to sit on my books but they really liked it when I put some fabric on the table and tried to cut something out. What is her name? (Or is it a he?)

Yup, I'm there!

Well, Here it is. The grand reveal!!! The corset top and ruffled capris and of course my little ham:

She Loves it!!! She will have to wait until it's a bit warmer to wear it though!

Look at her! That outfit turned out really cute and I think she loves it.

 

[vargas17]

So I am proud to say that I have "completed" my first custom. I still have to close the neckline and sleeves and I am putting a star near eve on the front. I think the shirt might be a little short but it is hard to tell. She is only 15 mo. and still has that baby belly so the skirt kinda hangs a little lower there. I guess I can always add another ruffle if it is too short when it comes time to wear it. I had a little trouble with the applique but am pretty happy with my first try. There are some boo boo's and I need to cut some strings but here it is. Sorry the pics are big and kinda fuzzy. I got a new camera and still getting used to photobucket.

 

[hannah_03]

I'm way behind again but everyone's stuff is super cute!!

 

[teresajoy]

I had to turn off my computer and lost all my multi-quotes! I also took some cold medecine and I can't really remember what I was going to comment on either!

Except:

Thanks for the cookies April!!

And Kelly!!

And Kelly, I'm glad you went out on the date. It sounds like you had fun!

Figures I'd remember the cookies, huh?

I was writing my list of "todo's" when someone knocked on the door. I answered it and when I came back, here is what I found:

Guess I can't do any work! Why do cats always lay on what you are reading or writing?

Anyway, I ordered a new computer. It won't be here until after the middle of March. I am hoping that faster speed and more memory will enable me to post more. Right now, this computer freezes a lot when I try to reply or quote (and forget multiquote!) It is really, really old! Kinda like me! I often see really nice things that I want to comment on, but by the time I get the computer to work right--many others have already commented and said the things I wanted to say!

Oh, what a pretty cat Piper!!! I love cats! Although, mine are shedding right now and making me sneeze!

I like your stash! Controlled Not lilke mine! Where did you get your dress form? I would love to find one!

Considering that my stash is "hidden" I think all of everyones pictures are great. I have fabric stashed under my bed, under the sewing machine table, in the trunk of my car, in my daughters bedroom....well you get the point right?

I love it Maureen!

Do all of you know about the fabric swap?? I missed it!! Until now. If you haven't gone over there! You really should!

The link is in the first post if anyone is looking for it.

Yup, I'm there!

Well, Here it is. The grand reveal!!! The corset top and ruffled capris and of course my little ham:

She Loves it!!! She will have to wait until it's a bit warmer to wear it though!

That turned out so cute!!! You can tell your daughter just loves it!

So I am proud to say that I have "completed" my first custom. I still have to close the neckline and sleeves and I am putting a star near eve on the front. I think the shirt might be a little short but it is hard to tell. She is only 15 mo. and still has that baby belly so the skirt kinda hangs a little lower there. I guess I can always add another ruffle if it is too short when it comes time to wear it. I had a little trouble with the applique but am pretty happy with my first try. There are some boo boo's and I need to cut some strings but here it is. Sorry the pics are big and kinda fuzzy. I got a new camera and still getting used to photobucket.

That is FANTASTIC!!! Really, your first custom??? That is just gorgeous!!! And, your little one is adorable too!!!! SOOO cute!!