Disboutiquers Part 15 Kids Disney Boutique / Customs Clothes psst..we sew

[eeyore3847]

Looks like you had a great one, Lori!!

aww thanks!

Please ignore this post!!! I just need to rant a bit and get it out of my system...and has to be where I know 'certain' people won't see it!


Nini

I am soooo sorry...... let me know if I am asking too much... are you all the legal guardians or adoptive parents..? That is sad to hear the poor kdis situation

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!! Your kids are so cute, looks like they all had a fun day with you!!!!

Thank you! We had a great day!

 

[TinaLala]

I forgot the sale at Joanne's and I need new spring loaded scissors. Last night I finished DD7's backsack made out of a powerpuff girl shirt. Today I was hoping to finish DD10's backsack out of a pj top with Minnie on it.

We went to the Butterfly Place in Wesford, MA today and I carried the backsack - not too bad. The hope is when we go to Disney the girls will carry some of their own stuff!

I'm going to attempt Heathersue's applique instructions and make an ice cream cone to start. I'm hoping to make some applique stuff.

Oh oh, DD10 is mad at me because I said her friend couldn't come over. oh well DH is due home soon and he's not going to want her over after working all day.

I've got to get some sewing done!!

 

[tricia]

Thanks LisaZoe (and the other posters) I did it! And it almost doesn't look too bad!!!

Here's Phineas' 4th of July outfit!!

It looks great. Congratulations, you are doing so well.

Hello, Well yesterday was my bday, so I did not get a chance to get to the board.. those of you on facebook saw my pics I posted from the day! wanted to post a few here as well!

Here are the kids looking all sassy... we went to a local grecery store called Aj's. They have an amazing bakery... and all had cake!!

and these are the amazing flowers Mike got me for my bday!

Lori

Happy belated Birthday. Looks like a good day with the kids.

Please ignore this post!!! I just need to rant a bit and get it out of my system...and has to be where I know 'certain' people won't see it!

Our two youngest have lived with us for the past 7 years. Bio dad hasn't seen them in those 7 years and bio-mom hasn't seen them in over 4 years. Bio dad was bio moms pimp. Bio dad was in prison for child molestation for the past 7 years... I just found out that he is now in a half way house. I was supposed to be told when he was about to be released, as there was some threats of bodily harm sent our way...but I found out only because I got a letter from the state telling me his wages were going to be garnished for child support and that dughter's welfare would be reduced by that much money....(she gets a whopping 95 a month!)

My husband (a police officer) did some checking...seems bio mom and bio dad are back together???? and living not too far from us! I have just gone from being a happy mom planning a Disney trip in September to being afraid to let the kids play outside! I truly fear for my daughter's safety. Not so much my son, as his bio dad considers him 'damaged goods' and has no desire to have him back.

I am so upset with the state of Georgia! Of course today is a holiday and no one is in any office to complain...not that it would do any good! Hubby is going to get the restraining order redone since it has expired.

OK..rant over. I promise to be a good girl now and get back to sewing...I just made DGD a 'cupcake' A-line (Carla C) dress for her birthday...only to discover that the front has all the cupcakes upside down!! DIL said it looks the way her cupcakes look when she is finished with them!!

Back to work!

Nini

Prayers for your family. Hopefully life will continue to run smoothly, with no bumps in the road from the bios

 

[littlepeppers]

Finished another dress for DD. Came so close to ripping the ribbon off. I pleated it too close, but didn't really take note until it was on the dress. I hand reversed some of the pleated & it made it better than ripping the whole thing out. I can only work when the kids are sleeping or occupied, and this makes me rush.

I saw this somewhere. I would love to give them credit, but I dig in so many different places that I can't even remember where I saw it.

 

[LisaZoe]

Thanks Lisa. He is a little mama's boy, hahahaha. I do have to say though that he is just in awe of his big sister. He follows her around everywhere and wants to do everything she does. I love to watch the two of them together. It is so sweet.

I bet she loves the adoration. Zoe misses being a sister but she really seems to enjoy when we get together with our family. She's now second oldest of her cousins (well, technically 2nd cousins) and she seems to like that the little kids want to follow her and the other older cousin everywhere.

Where do you buy the water solvable clear stabilizer? Does Joann's have this stuff?

I know the local JA has it in both prepackaged and BTY. The one I've used is called Solvy from the Sulky brand. The packaged version is usually on the same wall as the notions so it should be 50% off this weekend. The BTY is with the interfacing which I believe is also 50% off. I really should go later today to get more stabilizer (packaged) and fusible (BTY).

Please ignore this post!!! I just need to rant a bit and get it out of my system...and has to be where I know 'certain' people won't see it!

Our two youngest have lived with us for the past 7 years. Bio dad hasn't seen them in those 7 years and bio-mom hasn't seen them in over 4 years. Bio dad was bio moms pimp. Bio dad was in prison for child molestation for the past 7 years... I just found out that he is now in a half way house. I was supposed to be told when he was about to be released, as there was some threats of bodily harm sent our way...but I found out only because I got a letter from the state telling me his wages were going to be garnished for child support and that dughter's welfare would be reduced by that much money....(she gets a whopping 95 a month!)

My husband (a police officer) did some checking...seems bio mom and bio dad are back together???? and living not too far from us! I have just gone from being a happy mom planning a Disney trip in September to being afraid to let the kids play outside! I truly fear for my daughter's safety. Not so much my son, as his bio dad considers him 'damaged goods' and has no desire to have him back.

I am so upset with the state of Georgia! Of course today is a holiday and no one is in any office to complain...not that it would do any good! Hubby is going to get the restraining order redone since it has expired.

Nini

I can only imagine the fear and worry you're experiencing. I know I had a very easy adoption experience with Zoe but I still couldn't help but worry that something might go wrong. That fear mostly faded once the adoption was final but it's not completely gone.

Don't apologize for venting... I think we've all needed to do that at some point on the thread. IMO there is nothing that would be considered 'off topic' on this thread.

OK..rant over. I promise to be a good girl now and get back to sewing...I just made DGD a 'cupcake' A-line (Carla C) dress for her birthday...only to discover that the front has all the cupcakes upside down!! DIL said it looks the way her cupcakes look when she is finished with them!!

Tell people it was intentional - that's so your DD can enjoy the cupcakes rightside up when she wears the dress.

 

[lovesdumbo]

Thanks LisaZoe (and the other posters) I did it! And it almost doesn't look too bad!!!

Here's Phineas' 4th of July outfit!!

That came out so cute! Great job!!!!!

Hello, Well yesterday was my bday, so I did not get a chance to get to the board.. those of you on facebook saw my pics I posted from the day! wanted to post a few here as well!

Here are the kids looking all sassy... we went to a local grecery store called Aj's. They have an amazing bakery... and all had cake!!

and these are the amazing flowers Mike got me for my bday!

Lori

Happy Birthday!!!

Please ignore this post!!! I just need to rant a bit and get it out of my system...and has to be where I know 'certain' people won't see it!

Our two youngest have lived with us for the past 7 years. Bio dad hasn't seen them in those 7 years and bio-mom hasn't seen them in over 4 years. Bio dad was bio moms pimp. Bio dad was in prison for child molestation for the past 7 years... I just found out that he is now in a half way house. I was supposed to be told when he was about to be released, as there was some threats of bodily harm sent our way...but I found out only because I got a letter from the state telling me his wages were going to be garnished for child support and that dughter's welfare would be reduced by that much money....(she gets a whopping 95 a month!)

My husband (a police officer) did some checking...seems bio mom and bio dad are back together???? and living not too far from us! I have just gone from being a happy mom planning a Disney trip in September to being afraid to let the kids play outside! I truly fear for my daughter's safety. Not so much my son, as his bio dad considers him 'damaged goods' and has no desire to have him back.

I am so upset with the state of Georgia! Of course today is a holiday and no one is in any office to complain...not that it would do any good! Hubby is going to get the restraining order redone since it has expired.

OK..rant over. I promise to be a good girl now and get back to sewing...I just made DGD a 'cupcake' A-line (Carla C) dress for her birthday...only to discover that the front has all the cupcakes upside down!! DIL said it looks the way her cupcakes look when she is finished with them!!

Back to work!

Nini

I'm so sorry.

GOSH darn it!! I am in the middle of making Peach her 4th of July outfit before she gets picked up. I Know cuttin it pretty close to the wire. hahaha AND I hem it up, ready to add the pleats and I look down and notice....I hemed it upside down! UGH.............. I have to take it out now, I set the time so i need to get my boody in gear. Ok frustration vent over. haha back to rippin out stitches for me.

Good luck!

Finished another dress for DD. Came so close to ripping the ribbon off. I pleated it too close, but didn't really take note until it was on the dress. I hand reversed some of the pleated & it made it better than ripping the whole thing out. I can only work when the kids are sleeping or occupied, and this makes me rush.

I saw this somewhere. I would love to give them credit, but I dig in so many different places that I can't even remember where I saw it.

That is so perfect! I love how "Mickey/Minnie" it is while still being "simple". I just love it!

 

[KARAJ]

To My Dear Dis Friends,

Thank you all for the wonderful prayers and kind words you have sent my way. I truly appreciate them more than you will ever know. After going through the saddest, most heart-wrenching and difficult case we could ever imagine, we were finally able to adopt our beautiful baby boy. Last night was the first night in well over a year and a half where I did not stay up fearing the worst; that our son would be ripped from our hearts and lives forever. We have truly been blessed once again. Our lives have been enriched and we are forever grateful for the family that we have been given.

Sincerely your friend!!!
Beth

That is amazing, My words could never do it justice, so I will just say CONGRATULATIons!!

 

[PrincessKell]

Hey looks like this fabric was popular this year! Isn't it super cute.

I love the Peek a boo pleated skirt on YCMT. It as so easy to whip up.

Georgia's grandma came right when I finished it. I didn't get to finish up the appliqued tank top. Or have her model it. So I will show that when she gets back on Sunday.

 

[Tinka_Belle]

Hey looks like this fabric was popular this year! Isn't it super cute.

I love the Peek a boo pleated skirt on YCMT. It as so easy to whip up.

Georgia's grandma came right when I finished it. I didn't get to finish up the appliqued tank top. Or have her model it. So I will show that when she gets back on Sunday.

Kelly-That is so pretty. I can't wait to make one for Jenna. I just don't know what fabric to use for it though.

 

[SallyfromDE]

I love the cupcake outfits. !!

There were also tons of other adorable outfits. For some reason, I screwed up my multi quoting. So much for trying to doing some editing.

Beth: Congrats on the new Baby!! Your picture is gorgeous.

1) I almost always remove gathering stitches once I have the ruffle/gathered section in place. If your gathering thread matches the fabric, you wouldn't need to as it probably wouldn't really show much in all the volume of ruffles of a pettiskirt.

2) The Kaiya Eve petti we have has the elastic with button. The opening for that is generous so we can tuck the extra elastic into the waistband so it doesn't show... not that we really have any extra since Zoe's a little big for the one she has.

3) I wish I could help you find some prints but so far all I could find was some with polka dots. I've seen a lot of woven chiffon in animal prints but none in the knit chiffon (although it must be out there).

Buttonhole elastic definitely won't be a problem. There is a slit you have to insert the elastic you just push the tail of the elastic through the slit and you won't see it again.
I don't think you can get printed chiffon other than the small dots. I think these petti companies must have it produced for their use. They are making tons of money, so I think they can afford it. hehe.
You can find organza and organdy with more prints, but it is stiff.

Well, I thought it would be great to make her a "copy" of a Kaiya Eve origional. But it sounds like it's going to be more trouble then it's worth. Why I'm confused on the knit, in the video, she show's you sewing the ribbon on the ends of the elastic. But wouldn't this also make the seam in the front? Do they make button hole elastic? Just curious. She said to make one on the non roll. I wonder how hard that is?
Where did you guys see the nylon chiffon with polka dots? That would be cute to.

SURE! The site is www.elizabethsembroideries.com You can also sign up for her yahoo site (link is on her regular site) and she seems to be really great at answering questions

For the new machine appliquers: She has a tutorial on how to do the applique.

Well I got Taylor's 4th of July outfit done, and my new camera arrived this morning, but no model.... I wanted to play with my camera so I went ahead and took a picture.... I'll put a picture of her in it when I get back in town sunday. My DD went with my mom to her house 5 hours away yesterday, and I am joining them there tonight.

I really should be packing, but I think I am going to try and work on another Disney World outfit for a little while.

That is really cute! I think it is my favorite twirl skirt ever. Great Job!!

Mya's Big Give-

I thought I would share my pics for Mya's Big Give. This was really bittersweet for me because Mya is three months younger than my daughter and they are almost the same size. My DH got really upset when he heard a little bit about her story. He was really happy that I made the outfit too.

Gorgeous

 

[CastleCreations]

Hello, Well yesterday was my bday, so I did not get a chance to get to the board.. those of you on facebook saw my pics I posted from the day! wanted to post a few here as well!

Here are the kids looking all sassy... we went to a local grecery store called Aj's. They have an amazing bakery... and all had cake!!

and these are the amazing flowers Mike got me for my bday!

Lori

Happy Birthday Lori!...It's funny, the girls have the same white and blue stripe shirts from Macy's...I didn't even think of them until now. They will be perfect for tomorrow, since I didn't make anything...

 

[NiniMorris]

Thanks to everyone who sent good wishes and thoughts for our situation...

We have permanent guardianship of my niece's two kids. We've had them (this time) since the youngest was 6 months old. We want to adopt, but due to an automobile accident 4 years ago we had to wait until all the legalities were finished with that. They were finally finished about two months ago. (sort of finished..maybe another 6 months and we can start adoption proceedings).

There was a large insurance settlement for the youngest, and if either bio parent realizes it they will come running! When we went for permanent guardianship, we got a very liberal judge. He felt we did not give bio-dad enough notice that we were petitioning for permanent guardianship...he is in jail for chid molestation and has never legitimized either child...(I don't see what legal rights he actually has...but that is just me!)

I have seen bio mom around town a couple of times, most recently about 6 months ago. At that time she was so strung out on drugs she didn't recognize me.

(here I go rambling again...LOL)

Again, thanks for all the good thoughts and well wishes. My husband and I will have to talk tonight about any other steps we need to take...

Nini Morris

 

[PrincessKell]

Well I got Taylor's 4th of July outfit done, and my new camera arrived this morning, but no model.... I wanted to play with my camera so I went ahead and took a picture.... I'll put a picture of her in it when I get back in town sunday. My DD went with my mom to her house 5 hours away yesterday, and I am joining them there tonight.

I really should be packing, but I think I am going to try and work on another Disney World outfit for a little while.

I just love it! Love the fabric too.

That is really cute! I think it is my favorite twirl skirt ever. Great Job!!

Mya's Big Give-

I thought I would share my pics for Mya's Big Give. This was really bittersweet for me because Mya is three months younger than my daughter and they are almost the same size. My DH got really upset when he heard a little bit about her story. He was really happy that I made the outfit too.

The skirt is only 10 inches long. I know it is going to be hot so I decided to keep it one layer. Also, I am really happy I had two hats. Let's just say the first was a hot fix disaster!! The second I just bejeweled. It will cover her and head and add a little bling bling.

Aimee its so great. She is gonna love it.

I bought my first heathersue design, and I don't even have an embroidery machine! My friend has an embroidery machine, so we had fun making mickey cupcakes! The only problem is, I nicked a hole in the t-shirt while trimming the fabric. Any ideas on how to keep it from falling apart? Or do I need to start over?

After we made the ones to go with the cupcake skirts I plan to make, we decided they would make good 4th of July outfits too.

I made these shorts for my friend's DD, now I have to make 2 prs for my 2 DDs! Nothing like waiting until the last minute!

Thanks LisaZoe (and the other posters) I did it! And it almost doesn't look too bad!!!

Here's Phineas' 4th of July outfit!!

Totally cute. I just love that cupcake mickey design!

Hello, Well yesterday was my bday, so I did not get a chance to get to the board.. those of you on facebook saw my pics I posted from the day! wanted to post a few here as well!

Here are the kids looking all sassy... we went to a local grecery store called Aj's. They have an amazing bakery... and all had cake!!

and these are the amazing flowers Mike got me for my bday!

Lori

Happy Birthday yesterday Lori!! Looks like you guys had a great day.

Finished another dress for DD. Came so close to ripping the ribbon off. I pleated it too close, but didn't really take note until it was on the dress. I hand reversed some of the pleated & it made it better than ripping the whole thing out. I can only work when the kids are sleeping or occupied, and this makes me rush.

I saw this somewhere. I would love to give them credit, but I dig in so many different places that I can't even remember where I saw it.

Love the pleated ribbon! adorable

 

[lynnanddbyz]

Okay I am in a panic. I only have 45 days until our trip. I have nothing done. Lots of ideas. I decided today to tryout the bowling shirt pattern I have for my youngest son. I was so happy with how it turned out. This is a monster truck fabric that I just happen to have enough of to play with. Now that I know it fits. I need to do some for our trip. I was sooooooo nervous with the collar but I didn't have any problems there. Had a time with the sleeves but not too bad.

Action Shot of him pretending to bowl(Get it Bowling shirt)

Up close of the fabric

 

[PrincessKell]

Thanks to everyone who sent good wishes and thoughts for our situation...

We have permanent guardianship of my niece's two kids. We've had them (this time) since the youngest was 6 months old. We want to adopt, but due to an automobile accident 4 years ago we had to wait until all the legalities were finished with that. They were finally finished about two months ago. (sort of finished..maybe another 6 months and we can start adoption proceedings).

There was a large insurance settlement for the youngest, and if either bio parent realizes it they will come running! When we went for permanent guardianship, we got a very liberal judge. He felt we did not give bio-dad enough notice that we were petitioning for permanent guardianship...he is in jail for chid molestation and has never legitimized either child...(I don't see what legal rights he actually has...but that is just me!)

I have seen bio mom around town a couple of times, most recently about 6 months ago. At that time she was so strung out on drugs she didn't recognize me.

(here I go rambling again...LOL)

Again, thanks for all the good thoughts and well wishes. My husband and I will have to talk tonight about any other steps we need to take...

Nini Morris

Nini, my thoughts are with you. I hope things work out for the best for you. Its so wonderful that you took them and love them as your own.

One of my friends did that with her sisters kids, her and her dh had one each and one together and adopted six more! They have nine kids in the house. But they are all awesomely great kids! That is what happens when there are such wonderful people out there like so many right here on this board.

 

[PrincessKell]

Okay I am in a panic. I only have 45 days until our trip. I have nothing done. Lots of ideas. I decided today to tryout the bowling shirt pattern I have for my youngest son. I was so happy with how it turned out. This is a monster truck fabric that I just happen to have enough of to play with. Now that I know it fits. I need to do some for our trip. I was sooooooo nervous with the collar but I didn't have any problems there. Had a time with the sleeves but not too bad.

Action Shot of him pretending to bowl(Get it Bowling shirt)

Up close of the fabric

Great job. I have been wanting to try that pattern out. I might just go ahead and get it this weekend. I love the action shot. haha that is so something Georgia would do.

 

[aimeeg]

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you for all the kind words. I hope that Mya loves her outfit. It was an absolute pleasure to make it for her.

I bought my first heathersue design, and I don't even have an embroidery machine! My friend has an embroidery machine, so we had fun making mickey cupcakes! The only problem is, I nicked a hole in the t-shirt while trimming the fabric. Any ideas on how to keep it from falling apart? Or do I need to start over?

After we made the ones to go with the cupcake skirts I plan to make, we decided they would make good 4th of July outfits too.

I made these shorts for my friend's DD, now I have to make 2 prs for my 2 DDs! Nothing like waiting until the last minute!

I hope you do not mind but I am totally going to case the 4th cupcakes. I love them!!!!

I love this! I have tried to do satin type fabrics in t-shirt appliques and I keep having problems with getting holes in the satin where the needle goes through. I've tried smaller needles, but it doesn't seem to make much of a difference. I have been really bad at forgetting to put a topping stabilizer on though. Do you think that would make a difference? Do you have any special tricks?

Thanks!
Jen

I wish I had a good trick. I used sticky back stabilizer on the tank top. For knits that seems to work the best. I know it is more expensive but I really like it. I also used Dritz Spray Adhesive for each piece of fabric. It help make everything lay nice and flat. I am not sure how the shirts will hold up but I have made a couple princess satin tanks. They were fun to do.

 

[MouseTriper]

Beth-Congratulations!!! Your picture brought tears to my eyes. Your little guy is beautiful.

Awww, you're so sweet, thank you!

Finished another dress for DD. Came so close to ripping the ribbon off. I pleated it too close, but didn't really take note until it was on the dress. I hand reversed some of the pleated & it made it better than ripping the whole thing out. I can only work when the kids are sleeping or occupied, and this makes me rush.

I saw this somewhere. I would love to give them credit, but I dig in so many different places that I can't even remember where I saw it.

Awww cute!!!

I bet she loves the adoration. Zoe misses being a sister but she really seems to enjoy when we get together with our family. She's now second oldest of her cousins (well, technically 2nd cousins) and she seems to like that the little kids want to follow her and the other older cousin everywhere.
I know the local JA has it in both prepackaged and BTY. The one I've used is called Solvy from the Sulky brand. The packaged version is usually on the same wall as the notions so it should be 50% off this weekend. The BTY is with the interfacing which I believe is also 50% off. I really should go later today to get more stabilizer (packaged) and fusible (BTY).

Awww that is so cool that Zoe has so many cousins. Our DD loves being the older sister (and the boss...Lol). Thanks for the other info too.

That is amazing, My words could never do it justice, so I will just say CONGRATULATIons!!

Awwwww, thank you so kindly!!!!!!!!

Hey looks like this fabric was popular this year! Isn't it super cute.

I love the Peek a boo pleated skirt on YCMT. It as so easy to whip up.

Georgia's grandma came right when I finished it. I didn't get to finish up the appliqued tank top. Or have her model it. So I will show that when she gets back on Sunday.

That looks darling. Glad you were able to finish it.

Beth: Congrats on the new Baby!! Your picture is gorgeous.

Thank you!!! I hope to post some more pics soon!

Okay I am in a panic. I only have 45 days until our trip. I have nothing done. Lots of ideas. I decided today to tryout the bowling shirt pattern I have for my youngest son. I was so happy with how it turned out. This is a monster truck fabric that I just happen to have enough of to play with. Now that I know it fits. I need to do some for our trip. I was sooooooo nervous with the collar but I didn't have any problems there. Had a time with the sleeves but not too bad.

Action Shot of him pretending to bowl(Get it Bowling shirt)

Up close of the fabric

Awww I love your bowling shirt....love the "bowling pose" too, so cute!

 

[emcreative]

Ever feel like a project is doomed?

I whipped up Phineas' pants and tee in no time flat, first try. But I have tried three times to make a shirt for Ferb (the EXACT same thing) and EVERY TIME it's screwed up so much it can't be salvaged This last time the needle even snapped!

LOL I"m gonna go look for a red shirt or something and call it good!!

 

[princessmom29]

Ever feel like a project is doomed?

I whipped up Phineas' pants and tee in no time flat, first try. But I have tried three times to make a shirt for Ferb (the EXACT same thing) and EVERY TIME it's screwed up so much it can't be salvaged This last time the needle even snapped!

LOL I"m gonna go look for a red shirt or something and call it good!!

I can totally identify. My machine ate the same simple applique tee 3 times and is now off being fixed!