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

[NaeNae]

Thank you for all of the compliments! I think I am happy with it now. After a little tweeking here is the final result:

That is just gorgeous. I better keep my DGD5 from seeing it.

 

[SallyfromDE]

I used to have a singer button hole attatchment like this picture. The zig zag plate, is to hold little disc of the same size. That disc you put in the attatchment and it makes the button hole for you. Very easy. I loved it, intil the trap door on my attatchment broke.

So that's what that is? Hmm... I wonder how you use it. lol

I've been looking up sewing tips for beginners all after noon. Now I just feel lost! I need to sew something easy, just to get a feel for the machine, but I don't know what to make.[/QUOTE]

I'll check to see if I still have it. Some things I just can't get rid of. If I have it, I'll let you know. They probably work about the same.

 

[t-beri]

I do!!!!!

The Sewing Studio in Maitland has BEAUTIFULLLLLLL fabric.

I tried to use some space there for a meet up w/ a sewing friend from Deltona, it was a no go. I haven't been able to find a shop in the area willing to let us meet up to sew some stuff, I'm a little bummed. She was gonna give me some of her expert diaper sewing help. WHICH I NEED BADLY. I am so askeered to even start sewing my diapers. I have all this fabric and stuff and still no actual diapers

I am sewing Lily's new Easter dress though. I should have it done for pics tomorrow.
...t.

 

[livndisney]

I tried to use some space there for a meet up w/ a sewing friend from Deltona, it was a no go. I haven't been able to find a shop in the area willing to let us meet up to sew some stuff, I'm a little bummed. She was gonna give me some of her expert diaper sewing help. WHICH I NEED BADLY. I am so askeered to even start sewing my diapers. I have all this fabric and stuff and still no actual diapers

I am sewing Lily's new Easter dress though. I should have it done for pics tomorrow.
...t.

They are quite tight on space-I don't think they even have a classroom.
There is a Joann's not far from there on 436-they might let you use some space.

 

[tricia]

How sweet of you to make those for your Mom. I think they turned out so pretty!

I think they're great! She's gonna love them.

Thanks to you guys and everyone else for the nice comments. I got to give them to her tonight. She loved them, you guys were right. She is already planning what outfits to wear with her new purses.

So, I was all excited about doing some sewing this AM and went through my stash... I found some princess fabric I have had forever and decided to do a portrait peasant dress for DD. I didn't quite have enough for the skirt, but decided to give it a go anyway.... not good!
The top is fine....but, I don't like the bottom (skirt) at all - just not enough fabric.

At first I thought I would add a sash and that would make it all better. Now I am wondering... If I take the skirt off and turn it into a stripwork skirt how would that look with the peasant style top?

I was thinking of cutting the strips so each had 2 princesses and adding a lavender and another fabric.
Any suggestions for re-working it so its better? I stopped sewing before it was actually "Done" so taking it apart is just one seam.

Its funny I have a bunch of fun fabric like this from a few years ago when I just started thinking about sewing... I would only buy a yard (or less ) when I found something I liked...Now I buy 3 yards if I see something I like how things change.

I was going to suggest the strip work Idea also, but I see you got lots of ideas. Good luck with whatever you decide. That material is cool and I can't wait to see the new creation.

Thank you for all of the compliments! I think I am happy with it now. After a little tweeking here is the final result:

Just gorgeous. Looks like you have a really happy little girl. How could she not be with that awesome dress?

 

[disneylovinfamily]

Thank you for all of the compliments! I think i am happy with it now. After a little tweeking here is the final result:

just beautiful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[anewvance]

That is so totally gorgous! My girls saw it and want one. Ha, yea right, I can barely sew.

That is just gorgeous. I better keep my DGD5 from seeing it.

 

[adoptionmomma4]

So, I was all excited about doing some sewing this AM and went through my stash... I found some princess fabric I have had forever and decided to do a portrait peasant dress for DD. I didn't quite have enough for the skirt, but decided to give it a go anyway.... not good!
The top is fine....but, I don't like the bottom (skirt) at all - just not enough fabric.

At first I thought I would add a sash and that would make it all better. Now I am wondering... If I take the skirt off and turn it into a stripwork skirt how would that look with the peasant style top?

I was thinking of cutting the strips so each had 2 princesses and adding a lavender and another fabric.
Any suggestions for re-working it so its better? I stopped sewing before it was actually "Done" so taking it apart is just one seam.

Its funny I have a bunch of fun fabric like this from a few years ago when I just started thinking about sewing... I would only buy a yard (or less ) when I found something I liked...Now I buy 3 yards if I see something I like how things change.

I love the fabric. I think I would try to make it tiered. There is a pattern on YCMT that is basically a tiered peasent and I love it. Can't wait to see what you come up with.

Thank you for all of the compliments! I think I am happy with it now. After a little tweeking here is the final result:

Oh.MY.Goodness that is just beautiful. Is this a dress up dress or is it for a special ocassion? I am in awww... What a lucky little girl!

I tried to use some space there for a meet up w/ a sewing friend from Deltona, it was a no go. I haven't been able to find a shop in the area willing to let us meet up to sew some stuff, I'm a little bummed. She was gonna give me some of her expert diaper sewing help. WHICH I NEED BADLY. I am so askeered to even start sewing my diapers. I have all this fabric and stuff and still no actual diapers

I am sewing Lily's new Easter dress though. I should have it done for pics tomorrow.
...t.

Hey T- I made diapers today. Well I should say I cut out diapers for 5 hours and sewed 1!!!! Anyway... it was really easier than I thought. Maybe I can help you out if you need it. I can at least explain how we did it and some helpful pointers I figured out. We made AIO's with a velcro closure. They are super cute.

BTW: I was helping a friend make diapers for her new baby due in June. I do not need diapers, but wish I did I will be posting the pics on my blog later. Take a look

 

[Haganfam5]

Oh.MY.Goodness that is just beautiful. Is this a dress up dress or is it for a special ocassion? I am in awww... What a lucky little girl!

Thank you all so much!

My daughter Julia saw Taylor Swifts "Love Story" (Romeo and Juliet) music video on the television and told me that she has to have a dress like the one she wears in the video. So, this was my home-made version of it (Taylor's is much more beautiful!!). Here is a link to the dress off of CMT's web site:

http://www.cmt.com/pictures/taylor-swift/photo-gallery/2389485/3176924/artist_photo.jhtml

I know mine is much different. It looked much more gold in the video, but my 5 year old loves it! That's what counts right? LOL! Close enough for me . However, she did inform me that the one I made doesn't have the arm straps like Taylors......so I might have to add those ....

For now she will just wear it as dress up at home I guess. There is a pageant coming in May (nothing huge just a little local town one) and she wants to be in it so bad. So, I guess she could use it then too.

Thanks again!

 

[karamat]

It's that time of the year..Carnival time at my dd's school. The theme for the Kindergarteners are "Fun in the sun (beach)"..and parents have been asked to donate items for the raffle baskets. I am thinking of making a few things...but can't really think of what I can make...maybe a beach bag? Would a pillow case dress be appropriate, or some kind of sun dress? Any ideas? Or of course, I can just go out and buy a few items of beach toys, and beach towels.

I'm a couple of days late, but what about some Easy Fit Pants made from beach towels? I'm planning on making some for DD this summer to wear after getting out from the pool.

Thank you so much for the link! I am trying to find and add to my blog list!

If anyone else has a blog and doesn't mind me reading it.....can I have the link?! Thanks!

I have one... I haven't updated in a week or two, but will have 2 quilts to add soon. Just finished the binding on the second one tonight and once DH finishes the laundry (I know - I'm lucky!!) I'll throw them in the wash and dryer and get some pictures up.

http://www.karamatdesigns.blogspot.com/

 

[mickimousemama]

you may all remember a few weeks back when I posted this find in my stash..

Well I finally got around to using one of the sets LOL

I need to take better pictures, but you get the general idea

Also I know I JUST read about directions to make an easy drawstring bag... but now I cant seem to find the post with the link, if you remember could you point me that way?

Thanks!!

ETA: forgot too I meant to ask if anyone has ever made a Bucket Caddy... I'm trying to put together a Gardening Easter "basket" and want to make one of them for it Thanks again!!

~Micki

 

[danicaw]

Thank you for all of the compliments! I think I am happy with it now. After a little tweeking here is the final result:

Its beautiful! And you can tell she LOVES it.
My DS saw it and said she looks like Belle
Luckily my DD hasn't seen it

Sooo, this is what we have now.....

This is actually the THIRD incarnation of the dress.... the seam ripper has been my friend today I tried to remake it as an A-line, but as it turns out I don't have enough fabric to do that effectively. It was more or a sheath dress and on my DD toddler's figure.... plus pull-up, it was kind of funny
So, take three. The skirt is a bit fuller than it looks in the picture, but I think I would like it better if it was even fuller still.
I wish I had planned more carefully which princesses were where, as Cindy is next to herself at one point, but in general its the best version of the dress I have seen so far
I am still considering a sash.....But I am fresh out of lavender fabric.
I know its not perfect but I am hoping its good enough for her to wear and get some use out of. I sure learned a lot today.... Don't forget seam allowances when "winging it", is the first lesson I can pass on.
The other thing I learned is... I don't like gathering, making ruffles, or whatever you want to call it. I've done the basting stitch version and the dental floss version and Ugh.... I hope there is another way, cause I love the way it looks when its done well.... but I can't stand doing it... and then attaching it to the rest of the project... oh, its the only time I get stuck with pins. Ouch! Sorry... a little vent here.
And I want a good stripwork pattern. I love the look and DD is entering the twirl skirt part of her life, so its time for me to learn how to do them right. Thanks everyone for your help and encouragement today.

In other news....
Did I tell you guys about the clear Jelly Mary Janes we got at Old Navy this week... they are her "Cinderella shoes" because they are clear.

 

[Jennia]

Where should I trim the tulle to on this skirt? half way between the layers, just above the bottom ruffle? What do you think? I am torn And yes I put her on the dinning room tab;e to take pictures. It's rainning here and when I tried to get her to try it on earlier she told me - "it's not perfect yet - I won't try it on til it's perfect!"

Aww, cute!

Had an ultrasound yesterday - one healthy heartbeat! This is a relief to me - now I might be able to relax and "enjoy" this pregnancy a bit, once the morning sickness goes away maybe.






Very cute and I vote for the same spot - just above the bottom ruffle.

Hooray! I take morning sickness as a good sign that the pregnancy is still viable-sort of a blessing in disguise.

Thank you for all of the compliments! I think I am happy with it now. After a little tweeking here is the final result:

So so lovely, both the dress and your dd!

you may all remember a few weeks back when I posted this find in my stash..

Well I finally got around to using one of the sets LOL

I need to take better pictures, but you get the general idea

Also I know I JUST read about directions to make an easy drawstring bag... but now I cant seem to find the post with the link, if you remember could you point me that way?

Thanks!!

ETA: forgot too I meant to ask if anyone has ever made a Bucket Caddy... I'm trying to put together a Gardening Easter "basket" and want to make one of them for it Thanks again!!

~Micki

That turned out super cute!

Its beautiful! And you can tell she LOVES it.
My DS saw it and said she looks like Belle
Luckily my DD hasn't seen it

Sooo, this is what we have now.....

This is actually the THIRD incarnation of the dress.... the seam ripper has been my friend today I tried to remake it as an A-line, but as it turns out I don't have enough fabric to do that effectively. It was more or a sheath dress and on my DD toddler's figure.... plus pull-up, it was kind of funny
So, take three. The skirt is a bit fuller than it looks in the picture, but I think I would like it better if it was even fuller still.
I wish I had planned more carefully which princesses were where, as Cindy is next to herself at one point, but in general its the best version of the dress I have seen so far
I am still considering a sash.....But I am fresh out of lavender fabric.
I know its not perfect but I am hoping its good enough for her to wear and get some use out of. I sure learned a lot today.... Don't forget seam allowances when "winging it", is the first lesson I can pass on.
The other thing I learned is... I don't like gathering, making ruffles, or whatever you want to call it. I've done the basting stitch version and the dental floss version and Ugh.... I hope there is another way, cause I love the way it looks when its done well.... but I can't stand doing it... and then attaching it to the rest of the project... oh, its the only time I get stuck with pins. Ouch! Sorry... a little vent here.
And I want a good stripwork pattern. I love the look and DD is entering the twirl skirt part of her life, so its time for me to learn how to do them right. Thanks everyone for your help and encouragement today.

In other news....
Did I tell you guys about the clear Jelly Mary Janes we got at Old Navy this week... they are her "Cinderella shoes" because they are clear.

Turned out just fine, I think you did a great job at reconfiguring the fabric!

 

[t-beri]

They are quite tight on space-I don't think they even have a classroom.
There is a Joann's not far from there on 436-they might let you use some space.

Good to know. I e-mailed them and another quilt shop that advertised lessons figuring they might "rent" us out some space for the afternoon but no go. I'll have to give JA's a call. Thanks Cindee!

Hey T- I made diapers today. Well I should say I cut out diapers for 5 hours and sewed 1!!!! Anyway... it was really easier than I thought. Maybe I can help you out if you need it. I can at least explain how we did it and some helpful pointers I figured out. We made AIO's with a velcro closure. They are super cute.

BTW: I was helping a friend make diapers for her new baby due in June. I do not need diapers, but wish I did I will be posting the pics on my blog later. Take a look

HI LACY!!!!!!! I've been missing you! Are you planning to come to WDW? I will so come and see you guys! Diapers I have seen so many people who sew get to diapers and make them all wonky. I don't do well w/ trial and error so it'll bum me out to have to make 5 crappy ones (no pun intended) before I make one that looks decent. You are a good friend. I wish I had someone to come help me sew mine!! My MIL will help me knock them out. Especially since it's getting harder and harder for me to fit behind the machine I'll have B take a preggo pic tomorrow so you all can see....and scan the 3D ultrasound pic of the littlest.
...t.

 

[livndisney]

Good to know. I e-mailed them and another quilt shop that advertised lessons figuring they might "rent" us out some space for the afternoon but no go. I'll have to give JA's a call. Thanks Cindee!

If you call Joann's during the week and Miss Barbara answers-tell her you are friends with her "BFF Morgan". She might be able to help you out.

 

[danicaw]

Turned out just fine, I think you did a great job at reconfiguring the fabric!

Thank you. DD put it on before bath this evening and liked it! She said "Wow" when she realized it was "the same" dress as before, just re-done.

We were in your neck of the woods a few weeks back.
We have passes at Point Defiance Zoo.
We get down often enough to make the passes worth while.
Have a great weekend. Enjoy the sun if it comes back out tomorrow.

 

[t-beri]

If you call Joann's during the week and Miss Barbara answers-tell her you are friends with her "BFF Morgan". She might be able to help you out.

It's good to know that I know People

 

[twob4him]

At 1 am, I turned the lights out and backed out of the sewing room.....I gotta get some sleep! Just a quick check on the Dis and.....

Good Afternoon Everyone~

Well, we have had *the* nicest weather here, so that put me in the mood to make some spring-like bows. Here are my latest creations....what does everyone think?


Minnie:

)

I love all of these!!!

Had an ultrasound yesterday - one healthy heartbeat! This is a relief to me - now I might be able to relax and "enjoy" this pregnancy a bit, once the morning sickness goes away maybe.

.

Glad to hear everything is going well! I worked myself up into such a state to "see" the heartbeat.....I was most reassured after. Sorry to hear you aren't feeling well. My "all the time" sickness lasted for 6 months....ugggg

Thank you for all of the compliments! I think I am happy with it now. After a little tweeking here is the final result:

Gorgeous!




G0OD NIGHT EVERYONE! Tomorrow I will finish sewing...... sometime after the two egg hunts and cleaning the house and doing laundry....yaaaaa.....right after all that

 

[ibesue]

Hey T- I made diapers today. Well I should say I cut out diapers for 5 hours and sewed 1!!!! Anyway... it was really easier than I thought. Maybe I can help you out if you need it. I can at least explain how we did it and some helpful pointers I figured out. We made AIO's with a velcro closure. They are super cute.

BTW: I was helping a friend make diapers for her new baby due in June. I do not need diapers, but wish I did I will be posting the pics on my blog later. Take a look

So are you going to make a tutorial for us??? My DGD is cloth diapered and her mom wants me to make some for her!

Thank you all so much!

My daughter Julia saw Taylor Swifts "Love Story" (Romeo and Juliet) music video on the television and told me that she has to have a dress like the one she wears in the video. So, this was my home-made version of it (Taylor's is much more beautiful!!). Here is a link to the dress off of CMT's web site:

http://www.cmt.com/pictures/taylor-swift/photo-gallery/2389485/3176924/artist_photo.jhtml

I know mine is much different. It looked much more gold in the video, but my 5 year old loves it! That's what counts right? LOL! Close enough for me . However, she did inform me that the one I made doesn't have the arm straps like Taylors......so I might have to add those ....

For now she will just wear it as dress up at home I guess. There is a pageant coming in May (nothing huge just a little local town one) and she wants to be in it so bad. So, I guess she could use it then too.

Thanks again!

The dress is beautiful!!! What kind of fabric did you use?

you may all remember a few weeks back when I posted this find in my stash..

Well I finally got around to using one of the sets LOL

I need to take better pictures, but you get the general idea

~Micki

Turned out so cute!

Its beautiful! And you can tell she LOVES it.
My DS saw it and said she looks like Belle
Luckily my DD hasn't seen it

Sooo, this is what we have now.....

This is actually the THIRD incarnation of the dress.... the seam ripper has been my friend today I tried to remake it as an A-line, but as it turns out I don't have enough fabric to do that effectively. It was more or a sheath dress and on my DD toddler's figure.... plus pull-up, it was kind of funny
So, take three. The skirt is a bit fuller than it looks in the picture, but I think I would like it better if it was even fuller still.
I wish I had planned more carefully which princesses were where, as Cindy is next to herself at one point, but in general its the best version of the dress I have seen so far
I am still considering a sash.....But I am fresh out of lavender fabric.
I know its not perfect but I am hoping its good enough for her to wear and get some use out of. I sure learned a lot today.... Don't forget seam allowances when "winging it", is the first lesson I can pass on.
The other thing I learned is... I don't like gathering, making ruffles, or whatever you want to call it. I've done the basting stitch version and the dental floss version and Ugh.... I hope there is another way, cause I love the way it looks when its done well.... but I can't stand doing it... and then attaching it to the rest of the project... oh, its the only time I get stuck with pins. Ouch! Sorry... a little vent here.
And I want a good stripwork pattern. I love the look and DD is entering the twirl skirt part of her life, so its time for me to learn how to do them right. Thanks everyone for your help and encouragement today.

In other news....
Did I tell you guys about the clear Jelly Mary Janes we got at Old Navy this week... they are her "Cinderella shoes" because they are clear.

It turned out cute! And the shoes are perfect cinderella shoes!

I know I forgot a bunch! I love all that has been made and happy for the ultrasounds!

I finished a patchwork hat and bloomers for my DGD today. Hopefully will have DH take some pictures tomorrow or have him delete pictures off my camera. I am so techo challenged.

 

[VanessasMom]

Hi all~I've been lurking for quite a while now. I am in the process of making up some outfits for my dd's 5th birthday trip in May. Love what you guys are doing here!! I am drooling over several pictures on this thread. LOL

disneylovinfamily~how do you make the pettiskirts that are under your dd's gorgeous skirts? My dd would kill for one of those. I want to make her a tinkerbell dress with a great big pettiskirt to wear on her birthday.

mrsmiller~did you post the tutorial to your tinkerbelle dress? I want to CAB that one for sure! I would like to make it a with a great big pettiskirt (that I learn to make from disneylovinfamily!)

Thanks guys!!! Lookin' forward to posting some pics soon. Right now I'm working on a POTC babydoll top and shorts.