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

[mom2prettyprincess]

Anyone have any good suggestions for Zebra print? My JoAnn did not have any & the one I found at Wal-Mart I just didn't really like all that much.

 

[tnmom25]

Anyone have any good suggestions for Zebra print? My JoAnn did not have any & the one I found at Wal-Mart I just didn't really like all that much.

I've had mine forever and can't remember where I got it. You might try Hobby Lobby.

 

[jham]

The closest Cheesecake Factory is at The Galleria. Downtown we now have a House of Blues (one of my favorites!!) If you'd like some restaurant suggestions let me know.



I have a Janome 350e and love it. It is an embroidery only machine and uses a card reader (which I don't have) or a memory stick (so much easier and cheaper) to move files from my computer to the machine. I got mine for under $1,000 at my local Janmoe dealer. I've been so happy with it that I think my next sewing machine will be a Janome.


I know this topic has been discussed before, sorry I didn't take notes then, but I want to get a dress form (toddler size) - any suggestions on where to buy? And what's a good size to get - my DD is in size 18-24 months, so I don't want something too big that the outfits won't fit, but I also don't want to re-buy one everytime she grows.

And thanks to everyone that offered help on the Emma Top. I took another look at the pattern pieces (first pic I posted) and the size 1-2 was bigger on the bottom section than some of the bigger sizes. So I just made it work! I'm missing the buttons (don't know why I can't remember those when I'm at JoAnns), but here it is...

So cute! I finished my first Emma top the other day. Maybe I didn't post pictures of it. I'll have to do that today. I love yours!

That came out so cute! You definitely are a serious contender for the 'butt ruffle' hall of fame.


You like me, you really like me... said in my best Sally Field's voice.
So I'm making a little progress on the skirt pattern testing as time allows. Here's the most recent version (actually I made it more than a month ago but finally had time to get photos edited). I'm really happy with how it came out - so much that I actually made a top to complete the set. The only thing I'm not so happy about is that the princess fabric I used in the skirt doesn't really show much once I added the extra 'frills'. Oh well, that was a lucky find in the remnant bin.

Front:

Back:

OK, back to trying to find a way to feel cooler. We're currently in the middle of what's predicted to be a string of record highs for the next several days. I don't do well in the heat... and we have no air conditioning so sewing is mostly done in the morning or at night if things cool off enough.

gorgeous! Can't wait for the skirt pattern!

Wow - I am pages behind - but I finished my two patchwork twirl dresses!!! Thanks to Mirandag819 who shared with me how to merge the SImply Sweet halter top and the patchwork twirl skirt!!!

Love it! And love the fabrics you used. You have all convinced me I need to make a SS with a patchwork skirt!

As I explained before, I feel like a bad Mommy since my older two girls just went to the AG store here in Dallas this month. But to make it worse, my sister lives in Chicago. We were there in Feb. and we decided to take my girls into the city. I totally screwed up, we went to the Museum of Science and Industry instead of the AG store. Looking back on it, we should have skipped the museum and gone to the store. We did take them to Manny's for lunch (a fairly famous cafeteria in downtown Chicago) and got popcorn from Garrett's of course! But I totally screwed that up!

You went top Garrett's and you didn't go to AG? They are like 2 streets apart! You were so close! Unless you didn't go to the one on Michigan Ave.

So... I was watching the Bachelorette and Ed was about to come out, and boom my DirectTV goes out. I was soooo upset! Now I have to wait for ABC to put the show up on their website. I think it takes a week. boohoo!

I still have it on the DVR if you want to come over and watch.

Aw, thanks! He asked me to smell his armpit yesterday: he was excited to wear his new deodorant.

That's funny. Seth asked me to buy him deoderant the other day at the store. We were looking at the travel-sized stuff.

Here is what I have been working on

Stroller organizer (I purposely left the middle strap off as it is going on the side for my niece)

very cool!

Finished DD MNSSHP jumper.

This is the daytime view. Thanks Heathersue.

& just flip it over for MNSSHP at night.

No more outfits. I think. I need to finish bloomers & hair bows before Sept 29th. Anything else that I find time to make is bonus.

That is a great idea! So cute.

Hi guys, so many cute things posted today, I just don't have the energy tonight to comment on it all, I'm sorry. We had a pretty stressful day.

Now, I really need to get to bed. I'm exhausted.

I am finally getting the nerve up to post. I have been lurking here for the last year. We are avid visitors at Disneyland, but have never been to the World. We are planning an Oct. trip to DL, and my husband thinks I'm crazy because I have started making customs. You all are a really bad influence on me. After each custom I see, I feel a need for a new one!!

OOOOH! When in October are you going to DL? I'm going the 6-11. I have some great customs from our last trip so I'm trying hard to not make everything that pops into my head.

Trying again since my pics didn't work earlier....Finished another VIDA. This has to be my new favorite pattern and it is soooo easy. I took off the bottom panel and just added the ruffle instead so it was a bit shorter. Can't wait to see this one on Abby. Dot fabric is Amy Butler and the other I picked up at Hancock...

Very cute! I'll have to try that ruffle. I like it.

Ok, I've not shared anything in FOREVER! So, here goes...

My Emma top, which funny enough is for my dd4 Emma

I made these tanks for the girls when we were planning to go to WDW in September. But, they still wear them at home, so not wasted time.

This is a LisaZoe Tshirt resell that I bought and made these capris to match

I was trying to find Halloween stuff, but I didn't make anything for Halloween last year So, these are from 2007. Kinda hard to see, but I made patchwork skirts and frayed applique Tshirts for the older girls and a candy corn tiered skirt for dd4. Her shirt is from Target and says "Candy Corn Queen" LOL

Your girls are so cute! I love the name tanks. I need to do that. My girls need something to go with their new pettis.

 

[disneygirlsanddrew]

Wow - I am pages behind - but I finished my two patchwork twirl dresses!!! Thanks to Mirandag819 who shared with me how to merge the SImply Sweet halter top and the patchwork twirl skirt!!!

That dress is so pretty. I remember reading mirandag819's instructions but now I can't find them. Can you post them again or post the link of where they are at? Thank you so much! If I get time, I would like to make one of those for our trip.

 

[Tinka_Belle]

Anyone have any good suggestions for Zebra print? My JoAnn did not have any & the one I found at Wal-Mart I just didn't really like all that much.

I don't care for the one at Wal-Mart either. It looks like they tried too hard to make it look like fur. Hobby Lobby usually has some.

All the Vida's and Halloween stuff looks great or course so does everything else. I have not been sewing much lately. I have started working on another ebook though. This one is for a fall jacket. Simple and cute. At the end of September we are planning on moving away and that will mean that Jenna will no longer have to wear uniforms to school. She is so excited about this, as am I. I have only been able to make things for her to wear to school on a couple of occasions, so this is going to be fun. You guys that have always been able to make cute stuff for your kiddos for school don't know how much I have envied you. I think that I will make a Back to School Vida for her for her first day to the new school.

 

[2manyprincesses]

That patchwork dress is SO pretty! And the little girl looks thrilled to be wearing it. Which makes it all the more perfect!

2 questions on the Big Give:

1. Can someone not on the Disboards join? A friend heard about what we are doing and would like to contribute but I wasn't sure what the rules were concerning that.

2. Could someone pm me the address for Liam's Give? I know I haven't given Theresa much time, but the box is all ready to go and I need to get it out of my house before my kids wreck it. lol

I've been in lurk mode, but everything has been really beautiful! Especially looking forward to Lisazoe's new pattern.

 

[disneymomof1]

Anyone have any good suggestions for Zebra print? My JoAnn did not have any & the one I found at Wal-Mart I just didn't really like all that much.

Michael Miller makes a zebra print that is very nice, give it a google and see what you come up with.

 

[disneygirlsanddrew]

I just bought 2 pettiskirts on for a great price yesterday! I am pretty excited!!! I just hope they are as full when I receive them as they looked in the photos. I really want a full one for my girls like you guys have! They need them for the clothes I am making! I just wish I had the money to buy more colors.

 

[MinnieVanMom]

Tinka Belle, check your PM here!

 

[100AcrePrincess]

And thanks to everyone that offered help on the Emma Top. I took another look at the pattern pieces (first pic I posted) and the size 1-2 was bigger on the bottom section than some of the bigger sizes. So I just made it work! I'm missing the buttons (don't know why I can't remember those when I'm at JoAnns), but here it is...

So Cute! I love the fish.

So I'm making a little progress on the skirt pattern testing as time allows. Here's the most recent version (actually I made it more than a month ago but finally had time to get photos edited). I'm really happy with how it came out - so much that I actually made a top to complete the set. The only thing I'm not so happy about is that the princess fabric I used in the skirt doesn't really show much once I added the extra 'frills'. Oh well, that was a lucky find in the remnant bin.

Front:

Back:

OK, back to trying to find a way to feel cooler. We're currently in the middle of what's predicted to be a string of record highs for the next several days. I don't do well in the heat... and we have no air conditioning so sewing is mostly done in the morning or at night if things cool off enough.

I really love this skirt. I can't wait for the pattern to come out.

I hope things cool off for you soon. I couldn't live without my air conditioning, but then I'm in AR.

Wow - I am pages behind - but I finished my two patchwork twirl dresses!!! Thanks to Mirandag819 who shared with me how to merge the SImply Sweet halter top and the patchwork twirl skirt!!!

Very cute & it looks like she loves it!

Trying again since my pics didn't work earlier....Finished another VIDA. This has to be my new favorite pattern and it is soooo easy. I took off the bottom panel and just added the ruffle instead so it was a bit shorter. Can't wait to see this one on Abby. Dot fabric is Amy Butler and the other I picked up at Hancock...

Really cute! I like the owls & all those dots. I should get around to trying the Vida - they always seem to come out so cute.

Ok, I've not shared anything in FOREVER! So, here goes...

My Emma top, which funny enough is for my dd4 Emma

I made these tanks for the girls when we were planning to go to WDW in September. But, they still wear them at home, so not wasted time.

Cute tops! I need to find some zebra for our trip too.

 

[aimeeg]

This morning I felt like sewing but not for our trip in 6 days. LOL Yesterday when I was at Walmart I picked up this tank and the "beyond awesome" pleather stretch leggings from the Miley Cyrus collection. LOL

My DD told me- "Mommy, these are the ugliest leggings I have ever seen but I LOVE the shirt. Can I wear this to Kindergarten?" LOL

Her pleather leggings are actually a size 0 from the Juniors department. Here is my daughter channeling her best Joan Jett.

 

[Dreamer & Wisher]

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And thanks to everyone that offered help on the Emma Top. I took another look at the pattern pieces (first pic I posted) and the size 1-2 was bigger on the bottom section than some of the bigger sizes. So I just made it work! I'm missing the buttons (don't know why I can't remember those when I'm at JoAnns), but here it is...

That turned out really cute!

Wow you all have been moving fast! I have been sewing away. I made several mickey head applique shirts. The ones below I made for the boys and all four adults. And since my parents are coming this year, I made them each shirts zebra and red mickey shirts that we have from last year.

Here is the princess dress I finished today.

Adorable! I love your DD's hair! It is really pretty.

Here is the reluctant model in his pjs and the shirts Heather made for him::

Megan told him all the the girls will want to be his friend with his new haircut and he rolled his eyes. He told her he was too young to like girls. Mom says good, lol!

Those pants are so cute, Where did you find the fabric?

Here is what I have been working on

Stroller organizer (I purposely left the middle strap off as it is going on the side for my niece)

Front

Back

The stroller organizer is really cute! Did you use a pattern? I love the Hawaiian dress and shirt! Sorry I deleted one of your pictures.

Finished DD MNSSHP jumper.

This is the daytime view. Thanks Heathersue.

& just flip it over for MNSSHP at night.

No more outfits. I think. I need to finish bloomers & hair bows before Sept 29th. Anything else that I find time to make is bonus.

I am finally getting the nerve up to post. I have been lurking here for the last year. We are avid visitors at Disneyland, but have never been to the World. We are planning an Oct. trip to DL, and my husband thinks I'm crazy because I have started making customs. You all are a really bad influence on me. After each custom I see, I feel a need for a new one!!

We don't get really hot weather for long periods - usually just a few days each summer in late July/August. It was above 100 today and will likely be that high for the next couple of days according to the weather report. You know it's not usual weather conditions when the weather is the lead story on the local news.

I use fabric paint called DecoSoft.

We live SW of Portland. I guess the heat must be hitting a fairly large area in the NW. Right now (10pm) it's still close to 90 degrees. Zoe and I invited ourselves to visit my sister and BIL tomorrow evening to use their pool. I had Zoe take cool (even cold) showers last night and tonight before her bedtime which really helped so she could get to sleep but we look forward to cooling off even better in the pool tomorrow.

This is so pretty! I hope you cool off soon!

Trying again since my pics didn't work earlier....Finished another VIDA. This has to be my new favorite pattern and it is soooo easy. I took off the bottom panel and just added the ruffle instead so it was a bit shorter. Can't wait to see this one on Abby. Dot fabric is Amy Butler and the other I picked up at Hancock...

I love this! The owls are so cute!

Ok, I've not shared anything in FOREVER! So, here goes...

My Emma top, which funny enough is for my dd4 Emma

I made these tanks for the girls when we were planning to go to WDW in September. But, they still wear them at home, so not wasted time.

This is a LisaZoe Tshirt resell that I bought and made these capris to match

I was trying to find Halloween stuff, but I didn't make anything for Halloween last year So, these are from 2007. Kinda hard to see, but I made patchwork skirts and frayed applique Tshirts for the older girls and a candy corn tiered skirt for dd4. Her shirt is from Target and says "Candy Corn Queen" LOL

I love your outfits!! Those Tink Pants are so cute! Do you mind if I make something similar? I have a cute Blue Tink fabric I am going to make a tunic top for DD and I love those pants!

The little picture of your family in your signature is so cute! I love how everyone has a different hat. Did you create/draw that?

 

[100AcrePrincess]

And thanks to everyone that offered help on the Emma Top. I took another look at the pattern pieces (first pic I posted) and the size 1-2 was bigger on the bottom section than some of the bigger sizes. So I just made it work! I'm missing the buttons (don't know why I can't remember those when I'm at JoAnns), but here it is...

So Cute! I love the fish.

So I'm making a little progress on the skirt pattern testing as time allows. Here's the most recent version (actually I made it more than a month ago but finally had time to get photos edited). I'm really happy with how it came out - so much that I actually made a top to complete the set. The only thing I'm not so happy about is that the princess fabric I used in the skirt doesn't really show much once I added the extra 'frills'. Oh well, that was a lucky find in the remnant bin.

Front:

Back:

OK, back to trying to find a way to feel cooler. We're currently in the middle of what's predicted to be a string of record highs for the next several days. I don't do well in the heat... and we have no air conditioning so sewing is mostly done in the morning or at night if things cool off enough.

I really love this skirt. I can't wait for the pattern to come out.

I hope things cool off for you soon. I couldn't live without my air conditioning, but then I'm in AR.

Wow - I am pages behind - but I finished my two patchwork twirl dresses!!! Thanks to Mirandag819 who shared with me how to merge the SImply Sweet halter top and the patchwork twirl skirt!!!

Very cute & it looks like she loves it!

Trying again since my pics didn't work earlier....Finished another VIDA. This has to be my new favorite pattern and it is soooo easy. I took off the bottom panel and just added the ruffle instead so it was a bit shorter. Can't wait to see this one on Abby. Dot fabric is Amy Butler and the other I picked up at Hancock...

Really cute! I like the owls & all those dots. I should get around to trying the Vida - they always seem to come out so cute.

Ok, I've not shared anything in FOREVER! So, here goes...

My Emma top, which funny enough is for my dd4 Emma

I made these tanks for the girls when we were planning to go to WDW in September. But, they still wear them at home, so not wasted time.

Cute tops! I need to find some zebra for our trip too.

 

[Tanzanite]

The Simplicity line from several years ago really are the most authentic, and the most complex as well. Belle was 9902, Cindy was 9393, Aurora/Snow White was 9384, and Jasmine was 9919. I did just finish my first version of Jasmine for my daughter for our upcoming trip. I used the pants from this pattern, but ended up fashioning my own top from this pattern and another in the books currently. I also blinged it up to look more like Jasmine in the parks:

I haven't done the Evil Queen yet, but plan to do so for myself (YEAH!) for MNSSHP this year.... I already did a new Snow White for my daughter and we plan to stalk Snow and her dwarfs at the Halloween party for some fun pics!

Whats the differrence from Snow White 9384 my dress maker wants to use2817 they dont look much different are they thanks T

 

[tricia]

Here is what I have been working on

Stroller organizer (I purposely left the middle strap off as it is going on the side for my niece)

Front

Back

Cute Stroller bag, love the little dress.

Finished DD MNSSHP jumper.

This is the daytime view. Thanks Heathersue.

& just flip it over for MNSSHP at night.

No more outfits. I think. I need to finish bloomers & hair bows before Sept 29th. Anything else that I find time to make is bonus.

Love it. I really like the Ghost mickey.

There was enough fabric left over that I also made a top and shorts. I'm not sure why there was so much fabric left as there was only suppose to be enough for a top (in the style of the dress) and capri pants, but my niece decided she wanted a dress.

I have material to make a Rosetta costume, but I am waiting for the pattern to go on sale. I'm getting close to finishing-as long as I stay away from Fabricland (so I don't find something else to make).

Good job, always nice when you get more then you expect. I was thrown for a sec. when I saw the word Fabricland, I always forget there are 1 or 2 other canucks on this board.

Trying again since my pics didn't work earlier....Finished another VIDA. This has to be my new favorite pattern and it is soooo easy. I took off the bottom panel and just added the ruffle instead so it was a bit shorter. Can't wait to see this one on Abby. Dot fabric is Amy Butler and the other I picked up at Hancock...

Really nice. Love the orange polka dots.

Ok, I've not shared anything in FOREVER! So, here goes...

My Emma top, which funny enough is for my dd4 Emma

Great stuff. Love that particular bow on the Minnie applique. It is bigger than the one I was going to do. May have to use this one instead.

This morning I felt like sewing but not for our trip in 6 days. LOL Yesterday when I was at Walmart I picked up this tank and the "beyond awesome" pleather stretch leggings from the Miley Cyrus collection. LOL

My DD told me- "Mommy, these are the ugliest leggings I have ever seen but I LOVE the shirt. Can I wear this to Kindergarten?" LOL

Her pleather leggings are actually a size 0 from the Juniors department. Here is my daughter channeling her best Joan Jett.

That is a really cute (I mean cool) outfit.

 

[lovesdumbo]

ugg...lost a few quotes-the orange habiscus dress and top are so cute!! Great stroller organizer too!

Love the reversable Aline with Mickey ghost...

Ok, I've not shared anything in FOREVER! So, here goes...

My Emma top, which funny enough is for my dd4 Emma

I made these tanks for the girls when we were planning to go to WDW in September. But, they still wear them at home, so not wasted time.

This is a LisaZoe Tshirt resell that I bought and made these capris to match

I was trying to find Halloween stuff, but I didn't make anything for Halloween last year So, these are from 2007. Kinda hard to see, but I made patchwork skirts and frayed applique Tshirts for the older girls and a candy corn tiered skirt for dd4. Her shirt is from Target and says "Candy Corn Queen" LOL

What cute stuff!!!

Anyone have any good suggestions for Zebra print? My JoAnn did not have any & the one I found at Wal-Mart I just didn't really like all that much.

I got mine at www.fabricsgalore.com and liked the quality and look-it has some gray tones in addition to the black & white and great price too:

This morning I felt like sewing but not for our trip in 6 days. LOL Yesterday when I was at Walmart I picked up this tank and the "beyond awesome" pleather stretch leggings from the Miley Cyrus collection. LOL

My DD told me- "Mommy, these are the ugliest leggings I have ever seen but I LOVE the shirt. Can I wear this to Kindergarten?" LOL

Her pleather leggings are actually a size 0 from the Juniors department. Here is my daughter channeling her best Joan Jett.

How cute! Love the necklace too!

 

[MinnieVanMom]

When you buy an embroidery machine does the digitizing software come with it? IF not, how much is the cost for average software?

What machine do you wish you had? If you bought one but after a year wanted a different one, which one do you wish you had bought?

What is the easiest to learn software? But still very functional? I am good with Photoshop CS4.

Santa, being me, DH and Mom are all buying me a machine for Christmas and I wanted to make sure I get a machine and don't have regrets later.

I just want to learn how to make faces and designs like the evil queen and star wars Mickey.

Thanks for putting up with my questions. Look I get read and post since I don't start work until 12 today, but work until 8 pm

 

[bunny213]

I lurk here all the time...and now really really want to start doing some appliques - SO......is there somewhere that I can find very SIMPLE BASIC hints and tips as to how to start? Or even a book...Applique for Dummies?? I've been through most of the thread, but with so many pages have a hard time remembering what is where!!
I only have a regular sewing machine - that I can do a zigzag stitch on...(I did make a shirt with a "2" on it for my DGS birthday)...
For instance.....
what fabric is best to use?
do I wash the fabric and shirt before starting?
would it be easier to do the "face" onto a square and then applique the square onto the t-shirt?
I'm thinking about just starting with a Mickey outline - and then adding a hat or something to him....
How do I figure which color of the pattern piece to zigzag on when two pieces come together?
I got a couple of "Mickey Chef" ideas from some wonderful people on here....and I am so wanting to get started!!! Thank you everyone on here for all your inspiration and know that I am soooo very impressed with all your talent!!
Also, when you all mention the pattern names of some of the twirl skirts and dresses are they all from You Can Do This???? Same with the Fabrics....I'm familiar of course with Walmart, JoAnns and Hancocks...but are there any others that you frequent, even on line??
Thanks again for any and all the hints or tips you can send my way!! barb

 

[Tink561]

This morning I felt like sewing but not for our trip in 6 days. LOL Yesterday when I was at Walmart I picked up this tank and the "beyond awesome" pleather stretch leggings from the Miley Cyrus collection. LOL

My DD told me- "Mommy, these are the ugliest leggings I have ever seen but I LOVE the shirt. Can I wear this to Kindergarten?" LOL

Her pleather leggings are actually a size 0 from the Juniors department. Here is my daughter channeling her best Joan Jett.

Adorable!

 

[2cutekidz]

i lurk here all the time...and now really really want to start doing some appliques - so......is there somewhere that i can find very simple basic hints and tips as to how to start? Or even a book...applique for dummies?? I've been through most of the thread, but with so many pages have a hard time remembering what is where!!
I only have a regular sewing machine - that i can do a zigzag stitch on...(i did make a shirt with a "2" on it for my dgs birthday)...
For instance.....
What fabric is best to use?
Do i wash the fabric and shirt before starting?
Would it be easier to do the "face" onto a square and then applique the square onto the t-shirt?
I'm thinking about just starting with a mickey outline - and then adding a hat or something to him....
How do i figure which color of the pattern piece to zigzag on when two pieces come together?
I got a couple of "mickey chef" ideas from some wonderful people on here....and i am so wanting to get started!!! Thank you everyone on here for all your inspiration and know that i am soooo very impressed with all your talent!!
Also, when you all mention the pattern names of some of the twirl skirts and dresses are they all from you can do this???? Same with the fabrics....i'm familiar of course with walmart, joanns and hancocks...but are there any others that you frequent, even on line??
Thanks again for any and all the hints or tips you can send my way!! Barb

lol - heathersue has an applique tute in the bookmarks, and here's one i wrote up.

http://my-sweet-sunshine.blogspot.com/2009/06/quick-applique-tutorial.html

lets see if i can answer some of your questions...

What fabric is best to use?

you can really use any type of fabric for applique, but cotton is what is used most often.

do i wash the fabric and shirt before starting?

it's reccommended to always wash your fabric and tees (or jeans, etc.) before you start sewing. Don't use any fabric softener though.

would it be easier to do the "face" onto a square and then applique the square onto the t-shirt?

i think this is just personal preference. I've never had a problem manuvering a tee while appliquing, but i tend to work with size 4-6 the most

i'm thinking about just starting with a mickey outline - and then adding a hat or something to him....

a basic mickey shape is a good pace to start, but curves are sometimes hard to master. Practice on a scrap square then a circle before you move onto the tee shirt.

how do i figure which color of the pattern piece to zigzag on when two pieces come together?

again - personal preference. For a mickey head with a chefs hat (for example) i would layer it so the hat is the top layer.

also, when you all mention the pattern names of some of the twirl skirts and dresses are they all from you can do this???? Same with the fabrics....i'm familiar of course with walmart, joanns and hancocks...but are there any others that you frequent, even on line??

ycmt is www.youcanmakethis.com alot have been using european patterns lately too - the vida, feliz are a 2 of the most recently posted. They are studio tantrum (feliz) or farbenmix (vida) patterns and they can only be purchase online. You can do a google search or search ebay and etsy (in supplies) for the patterns. Our favorite ycmt author by far is carlac - aka thescientificseamstress - aka louiesmama (here on the dis)

i think there is a list in the bookmarks for online fabric sources. Honestly, i search ebay if i know the name of a certain fabric. I've had lots of luck on ebay.