Disboutiquers Part 16 Kids Disney Boutique / Customs Clothes psst..we sew

[Tink561]

well this weekend and today was busy! I was busy doing this dress! wheww it took a while!

sorry for the amount of pics, but wanted to show all the appliques

Lori

Lori, I LOVE IT!!!

 

[eeyore3847]

Beautiful! I love the colors!

Thank you, I jsut loved using that flower fabric. I have been saving it for the perfect occasion!

Lori, I LOVE IT!!!

Thanks angel! I really liked how it turned out. I was staring at that fabric for days before I started!
Lori

 

[mommyof3princess]

well this weekend and today was busy! I was busy doing this dress! wheww it took a while!

sorry for the amount of pics, but wanted to show all the appliques

Lori

Woo Lori what a fantastic job. That looks so great. I always love looking at the things you make.

 

[eeyore3847]

Woo Lori what a fantastic job. That looks so great. I always love looking at the things you make.

thank you! this is definetly one of my fav's so far!

 

[JohnsonsLoveDisney]

bentleygirl, Those oufits are awesome.

eeyore3847, I love that. Super jealous of all those appliques.

 

[emcreative]

well this weekend and today was busy! I was busy doing this dress! wheww it took a while!

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Lori, this is darling! I also agree the flower fabric is fab!

OT BUT IMPORTANT!

Starting October 27, 2009, Dining reservations are moving to 180 days again! Here's one source, but there are more:
http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2009/...sney-dining-reservations-180-days-in-advance/
I stumbled on this in my insomnia and thought I'd post it here in case you are like me, and other than a few trip reports really only visit the Disbou thread!

 

[mom2rtk]

Ah but if you look at your Flickr link you can see your face a bit! You actually very much remind me of a former co-worker of dh's (she's a doll and she can sew too, but no one can sew like you!).

Many thanks for the kind words.....

Yeah, I forgot I used a different avatar over there..... and I guess if you check out my listing for the fairy godmother costume on a popular online auction site, I guess you can see a few more.... you just have to dig deeper to find them....

Try stopping in guest realtions to see if they can help.

Hmmm.... we have to go by guest relations that morning to get the birthday fastpass anyway........ never hurts to ask.... beg....whatever....

Excuse me, but you are forbidden to post a statement about making your own wedding gown without posting a picture of it.

Didn't you know that anything that happened before digital photography just didn't happen?????

 

[NiniMorris]

OT BUT IMPORTANT![/COLOR]

Starting October 27, 2009, Dining reservations are moving to 180 days again! Here's one source, but there are more:
http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2009/...sney-dining-reservations-180-days-in-advance/
I stumbled on this in my insomnia and thought I'd post it here in case you are like me, and other than a few trip reports really only visit the Disbou thread!

I saw that! Only remember the date because it is my birthday! I really wish it had been 180 days for this trip...oh well, doubt that could have helped with my particular problem, but it would have given me something to 'deal' with during that long break!

Nini

 

[Stephres]

Hi everybody!

Just wanted to give a quick update regarding Mom - her surgery was scheduled for today at 1pm, then 8pm, now it's 9:30a tomorrow morning. It seems all of our ICU beds are filled and that's where she needs to go... So, she opted to wait until a bed should be ready rather than being held in recovery for so long. I don't blame her but now it's another night of nail biting... If you could continue to send your good vibes I would appreciate it.

One good thing... i talked with my boss today and she said I could make up the time so I should be good there. Also, next year's convention is in Orlando at Gaylord Palms and I was told we should be going in August - that's something to look forward to.

Thanks for all of your good thoughts, we appreciate them

Thanks for the update, hope the surgery goes well.

What a cutie! Great job on the outfit and I love the sneak peek on the next one.

Cute, Lori! I really like those woven headbands you've been doing too.

 

[Stephres]

We are ready for back to school! Megan picked out this fabric, it is quite loud. I used the Katrin pattern, which is German and I couldn't figure out the size! Looking at the measurements, she was one size by the chest measurement, one size by the waist measurement and one size by the hip measurement! I picked one and it fits her exactly, good thing I prewashed. The pattern was so easy and making the bias tape took a lot longer than finishing the top. The leggings were $3.50 at Target: score!

 

[Mirb1214]

Oh, the project I was working on was a friend's nursery;
she has been having an extremely high risk pregnancy, having to see specialists at least 3 times a week, so between that and her toddler (and other drama out of her control) she couldn't work on the nursery at all. They also really needed to watch their pennies as the economy hasn't been kind to their income.

Well, what's a friend to do?
Fairy Godmothe

r to the rescue: Bibbiti, Bobbiti, Boo!
The grand entrance

The "window wall" actually half a hexagon, but who's counting?

The "banner" I made out of her used room darkening drapes to cover an unused door.

The "piece de resistance", or: the crib!

So we managed to complete the nursery for under $100.
the chaise was from the living room
the furniture was from her son
the murals and crown were from my DD's room (thankfully, I just changed her decor to polka dots)
the crib bedding was $40 on an auction site we all know
the tulle and flowers were from my stash at home
Her husband wanted the room to stay brown and the "banner" to stay white.
So the only other cost was for a couple of accessories on sale at hobby lobby and the embroidery designs.

ETA: we'll move the drapes over the baby's bed, but it looks so pretty that way. and the wrinkles have fallen out of the banner now.

That is SO beautiful! Will you be my friend??

 

[MinnieVanMom]

I don't know if it is or not. I appliqued a tree and sewed on animal buttons to make a "tree of life." My son completely designed the shirt.

I sewed something today! I feel like it's been forever since I have been able to. Hopefully Megan will be a modeling mood tomorrow.

Your son is very creative and it is very nice.

Oh, the project I was working on was a friend's nursery;
she has been having an extremely high risk pregnancy, having to see specialists at least 3 times a week, so between that and her toddler (and other drama out of her control) she couldn't work on the nursery at all. They also really needed to watch their pennies as the economy hasn't been kind to their income.

Well, what's a friend to do?
Fairy Godmothe

r to the rescue: Bibbiti, Bobbiti, Boo!
The grand entrance

The "window wall" actually half a hexagon, but who's counting?

The "banner" I made out of her used room darkening drapes to cover an unused door.

The "piece de resistance", or: the crib!

So we managed to complete the nursery for under $100.
the chaise was from the living room
the furniture was from her son
the murals and crown were from my DD's room (thankfully, I just changed her decor to polka dots)
the crib bedding was $40 on an auction site we all know
the tulle and flowers were from my stash at home
Her husband wanted the room to stay brown and the "banner" to stay white.
So the only other cost was for a couple of accessories on sale at hobby lobby and the embroidery designs.

ETA: we'll move the drapes over the baby's bed, but it looks so pretty that way. and the wrinkles have fallen out of the banner now.

You are a very good friend and very talented at decorating. It is just a dream come true kind of room.

This one needs to be ironed, then its done... Please over look her messy hair..

This is the one i'm working on now so here's a sneek Peek...

I hope to have this one done by the end of this week...

Your daughter is so cute and the clothes are just perfect.

well this weekend and today was busy! I was busy doing this dress! wheww it took a while!

sorry for the amount of pics, but wanted to show all the appliques

Lori

Lori if you don't adopt me and make me clothes I will get so mad. Kidding. You have mad skilz and once again leave me with my jaw hanging down. These are beautiful!

 

[angel23321]

Ah, I love how you see the light at the end of the tunnel. I have a very strong-willed dd and hearing things like this really help me put it all into perspective, and be a better mother to dd. I get so irritated w/ dd all too easily, but hearing things like this help me realize what a wonderful little girl she is. I'm so glad you posted that

Our DD's (she's 5 also) sound a lot alike..mine is very strong willed. It was a rough time from 16 months until about 4. She's still a challenge but she is also SOOO amazing. Is she starting Kindy this year?

 

[Mirb1214]

This one needs to be ironed, then its done... Please over look her messy hair..

This is the one i'm working on now so here's a sneek Peek...

I hope to have this one done by the end of this week...

So so cute! I love the 2 piece set. Is it the simply sweet pattern? And I can't wait to see your red/white set.

 

[Mirb1214]

well this weekend and today was busy! I was busy doing this dress! wheww it took a while!

Lori

I Love all the Minnie's! Your fabric combo's are great!

 

[Mirb1214]

I don't know if it is or not. I appliqued a tree and sewed on animal buttons to make a "tree of life." My son completely designed the shirt.

I sewed something today! I feel like it's been forever since I have been able to. Hopefully Megan will be a modeling mood tomorrow.

Ooh, I wish I didn't have DS's AK shirt already; I love this! Such a GREAT idea.

 

[MinnieVanMom]

We are ready for back to school! Megan picked out this fabric, it is quite loud. I used the Katrin pattern, which is German and I couldn't figure out the size! Looking at the measurements, she was one size by the chest measurement, one size by the waist measurement and one size by the hip measurement! I picked one and it fits her exactly, good thing I prewashed. The pattern was so easy and making the bias tape took a lot longer than finishing the top. The leggings were $3.50 at Target: score!

How did I miss Megan and scrappy? I am sorry. she is just too cute and the dress is adorable. Super job.

 

[ireland_nicole]

Thanks girls for all your comments about the nursery; On the one hand, I keep thinking how awesome it could have been if I had a budget; but on the other hand I'm proud of what we accomplished for so little.* I really think a deserving mom and daughter will be happy in it.


Also, for current or former foster families;

a friend of mine has fostered one child that they knew would go into a different forever family (and they are wonderful), and they have one child through foster adoption (finalized).* Well, they got the twins they have been praying for last night.* Right now, it is just a foster situation, but looks likely to become a foster/adopt (I don't want to go into details, but the situation was beyond description).My question is, how do I best support them right now w/ two babies?* Obviously, I'll arrange meals for them, but should I get them a gift?* Or do I wait until it looks more plausible for a long term placement. Everything's so up in the air; I want to rejoice with them, and help them, but I don't want to encourage them in bonding even more with these kids if they're going to lose them soon.* Sorry, I'm not writing this well... Im just wondering the best way to "talk" to them;

This one needs to be ironed, then its done... Please over look her messy hair..

This is the one i'm working on now so here's a sneek Peek...

I hope to have this one done by the end of this week...

You know the rules; no apologizing for messy hair super super cute outfits btw; can't wait to see the second one finished!

well this weekend and today was busy! I was busy doing this dress! wheww it took a while!

sorry for the amount of pics, but wanted to show all the appliques Lori

Lori, I really love this dress; it's awesome!! I've been wanting those applique designs, but couldn't figure out how to make them work on something suitable for a slightly older girl; this is absolutely perfect! (can I CASE it? although I'm pretty sure mine won't look as good)

We are ready for back to school! Megan picked out this fabric, it is quite loud. I used the Katrin pattern, which is German and I couldn't figure out the size! Looking at the measurements, she was one size by the chest measurement, one size by the waist measurement and one size by the hip measurement! I picked one and it fits her exactly, good thing I prewashed. The pattern was so easy and making the bias tape took a lot longer than finishing the top. The leggings were $3.50 at Target: score!

Very cool! I don't think it looks too loud at all, it's adorable; I admit, I'm afraid of any german pattern I can't find a tutorial for now if only I knew someone who could do a tutorial on this one, hmmmmmmmm

 

[mommalissa]

My sister is teaching me to sew and I would really like to learn to make A line shirts and dresses. I have read that on here that the Carla C pattern is good. I checked it out at you can sew this and my understanding is that they email you the pattern. Is it hard for a newbie to piece together the pattern pieces to make the correct dress size? Would I do better to start with a different pattern since I am learning?

Thanks for advise.

 

[tricia]

I love this thread and I've gotten lots of great ideas. I finally finished a project I've been working on for what seems like forever...a dress that looks like June from Little Einsteins for my daughter Emily (2). I used New Look Pattern 6688. Overall I'm happy with it and want to brag a little, it's the most complex thing I've sewn so far. I don't like how the sash looks, I think I will go get a bigger ribbon, but that's minor. Here she is:

I finished something I started! woohoo! She'll be all set for our H&V breakfast next month.

PS - I might add a little Rocket applique on the bodice...I've seen them on ebay and I think that would be cool, but I don't know if it would be too "much" if you know what I mean.

That is really cute. I love purple.

Here is a t-shirt I am working on for myself for our upcoming trip. I am not looking forward to sewing around all of those letters.

I really like that idea. Great change from the animal print Mickey Heads.

Looks like a great B-Day at the parks. Too funny about the Brent look alike.

and here is why a new to sewing girl like me should probably take more time and try not to sew a skirt in one night....LOL.....the Tink fabric is upside down!! oh well...my DD loves it so she'll wear it to school tomorrow. but the good thing is that I firgured out how to do a decent hem. I still cant hand gather to save my life, I really need that ruffler foot.....
here is the skirt

Still looks cute to me. And BTW, I think we have all done that.

The "window wall" actually half a hexagon, but who's counting?

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Great looking room. And it doesn't matter if you did this cause of your need to take over and decorate. You don't need to tell people that. Just smile and say 'thanks' when people tell you what a good friend you are.

Great outfit. I liked the sneak peak too.

well this weekend and today was busy! I was busy doing this dress! wheww it took a while!

Lori

Awesome as usual Lori. Love the flower fabric.

Good job, and that fabric is not to loud. Looks great with the plain leggings.