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

[*Toadstool*]

My dd wears a size 6 top. Some dresses size 5, but more a 5/6 or 6. I used pattern size 5 for the jumper front and halter back and my elastic pieces were 9 inches and it fit her perfectly. Not sure if that helps anyone, but wanted to mention that.

I appreciate your compliments, but I have to tell you, I have NO skills! I made a few blunders and had to rip it out in a few places here and there. I just follwed CarlaC's sewing instructions for the skirt and the great help in revising a few things in that from the great ladies here..and my dear dear friend who helped me with the bodice.

See, I knew I wanted to use jumper front and halter back..but I wanted jumper straps. However, Simply Sweet pattern did not have instructions for jumper straps to halter back..I mean, why would it? LOL Therefore, I just ASSUMED it couldn't be done..until my friend just showed me how she does all her dd's bodice's. She's crazy..she does all french seams and everything! She's a down and dirty, not afraid to try gal. It was almost like I felt challenged. LOL

To all the wonderful ladies here
This is where you might think I'm a total nut case...but many of you sew and it seems like it comes so easy and so natural to you...and I personally am always in total awe of all the gorgeous outfits you make. I have a 17 year old daughter and a 7 year old son and 5 year old daughter. Since my oldest was young I have desired to sew for her. I made something here and there, but it never fit right and the end result was never satisfying. I have made one dress that she wore forever for Miss Emily...the twirly dress from sewbaby...other than that, I have many started projects, but nothing I finished. Mostly, it was my own personal fear of failure. I love to digitize, and feel I'm pretty good at it, but I have sooooooo desired just to sit and sew for personal pleasure.

I found DisBoutiquers last year while planning our trip and was in awe...and inspired..and just awe and inspired. I have lurked and read and seen your beautiful creations. It is only because of the encouragement I got from you ladies that I was able to actually complete three dresses. I know to some of you that may not seem like a lot, but it is a HUGE deal for me and more so to my dd.

Now, suddenly, I'm not so afraid of my sewing machines. I'm used to the embroidery part because of my digitizing, but wasn't used to SEWING. Now, I just found CarlaC's preppy skirt pattern and am praying I'll be able to make little uniform bottoms for Emily! (I had to ask the director to make sure the style is ok..I think she's pretty relaxed)

Sorry to write a book and be so mushy, but you ladies totally rock!!!!!!

I want to post pics of Emily in the two beautiful princess dresses that Shannon made but am waiting until she gets back from vacation because I want her to see them. Anyone knows when she gets back? Shannon, if you're reading this, thank you soooo much and thanks for your sewing help!!!

Julie

Aww! You are so sweet.
I am so glad that you feel more comfortable sewing now. I'm guessing you love your dresses as much as I do??
I know you said you have an Evolve, so are you using it too?? I am having trouble not using it. I serger everything... EVERYTHING! Since you have conquered your sewing machine I figure it is time for you to conquer that too. I am still scared of mine.. I just use it anyway.
I think Shannon is staying for a few more days. I'm not sure.

 

[mirandag819]

Hey there, when are you going to Disney? We're leaving two weeks from Saturday.

Julie

We overlap by a day (I think) We are going the 15th-23rd (although DH is already asking if we can stay longer). What days are you going?

 

[JUJU814]

Aww! You are so sweet.
I am so glad that you feel more comfortable sewing now. I'm guessing you love your dresses as much as I do??
I know you said you have an Evolve, so are you using it too?? I am having trouble not using it. I serger everything... EVERYTHING! Since you have conquered your sewing machine I figure it is time for you to conquer that too. I am still scared of mine.. I just use it anyway.
I think Shannon is staying for a few more days. I'm not sure.

Yes, I have an Evolve. I used it to finish some seams after sewing them and that was it. Something doesn't seem right with it.

Last year I made this really fancy shmancy pair of Farbenmix pants. I'm pretty sure it was one of those patterns. I was sewing a bunch of layers together and totally jammed the serger, broke needles etc. I did pull out the serger and clean it all up and it seemed to be humming along, but I think it might be the feed dogs.

The ruffling doesn't quite double it, so I couldn't count on it for the patchwork twirl because I really wanted the patches to line up..because of that, I felt I needed to do it by hand so I could adjust the gathers.

When I tried to finish some of the bulky seams, the fabric got caught..so I think it's time old Evolve baby goes into the shop and then I take some classes to learn to use it.

BELIEVE me! I can definitely see how learning that baby could save me a LOT of grief!

I'm still staring at my Janome ruffler afraid it's going to bite me.

If anyone has followed my saga of having to have everything done by this past Tuesday night because I was having a houseful of houseguests today for a week and then a baby shower saturday, well...catch this.

Having a "flu" and 103+ fever..no one wants to be near me so the houseguests aren't arriving till Sunday and I was just informed today that the baby shower is being moved to my aunt's house as the pregnant cousin is already very ill with ALS and fragile..heaven forbid I gave her any more illness! So, now, thanks to my forever beloved housekeeper, Mara, I have an immaculate house and no one to mess it up until Sunday!!! Wooo hooo! (well, besides three kids...that'll take about a day...)

 

[mirandag819]

Oh goodness girl. You are definitely going to be busy! I hope you can get alot of it done this weekend before the hubby gets home. I can't imagine how excited you must be. Does Taylor know yet?
I pm'd you btw.


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I know.... I think I have convinced myself I am supergirl and can pull it off....now someone just kick me off the boards and tell me to get to work! Yeah DH was too excited about coming home and blabbed to her.....she is so excited....which stinks because she doesn't want to sleep or sit down so I can get everything done.

 

[JUJU814]

We overlap by a day (I think) We are going the 15th-23rd (although DH is already asking if we can stay longer). What days are you going?

22nd to 30th.

Hey, let's get a Chef Mickey's and have dinner together. Shouldn't be a problem to snag a Chef Mickeys for 10 or so huh?

Every single time I decide to plan a "quick trip to Disney" it increases a day on this end...oops, ok, lets add a day on this end. Reservations gets about 4 calls from me until it's at least 8 nights. If we could afford 2 weeks we'd do it in a skinny minute.

 

[anggye]

The Fabric Fairy got in some cute prints I thought you'd like to see.

Sassy Tink:

http://www.thefabricfairy.com/index.php/retail/feisty-sassy-fairy-on-black-cotton-knit-fabric.html

Cat in the Hat:

http://www.thefabricfairy.com/index.php/retail/the-cat-s-hats-cotton-knit-fabric.html

Tink Halloween:

http://www.thefabricfairy.com/index.php/retail/halloween-fairy-cotton-knit-fabric.html

Sorry, I couldn't copy the pictures.

I love the Tink halloween fabric. Ever since I saw LisaZoes Tink vida, I've been itching to make one. But first, LisaZoe, would you mind if I CASEd it? I know that it probebly wouldn't look like yours, but I would love to try!!

 

[mirandag819]

22nd to 30th.

Hey, let's get a Chef Mickey's and have dinner together. Shouldn't be a problem to snag a Chef Mickeys for 10 or so huh?

Every single time I decide to plan a "quick trip to Disney" it increases a day on this end...oops, ok, lets add a day on this end. Reservations gets about 4 calls from me until it's at least 8 nights. If we could afford 2 weeks we'd do it in a skinny minute.

HAHA sure! Chef Mickey's should be no problem during free dinning for 10 people with a 2 week notice

What parks are you doing on the 22nd and 23rd? And where are you staying?

 

[*Toadstool*]

Yes, I have an Evolve. I used it to finish some seams after sewing them and that was it. Something doesn't seem right with it.

Last year I made this really fancy shmancy pair of Farbenmix pants. I'm pretty sure it was one of those patterns. I was sewing a bunch of layers together and totally jammed the serger, broke needles etc. I did pull out the serger and clean it all up and it seemed to be humming along, but I think it might be the feed dogs.

The ruffling doesn't quite double it, so I couldn't count on it for the patchwork twirl because I really wanted the patches to line up..because of that, I felt I needed to do it by hand so I could adjust the gathers.

When I tried to finish some of the bulky seams, the fabric got caught..so I think it's time old Evolve baby goes into the shop and then I take some classes to learn to use it.

BELIEVE me! I can definitely see how learning that baby could save me a LOT of grief!

I'm still staring at my Janome ruffler afraid it's going to bite me.

If anyone has followed my saga of having to have everything done by this past Tuesday night because I was having a houseful of houseguests today for a week and then a baby shower saturday, well...catch this.

Having a "flu" and 103+ fever..no one wants to be near me so the houseguests aren't arriving till Sunday and I was just informed today that the baby shower is being moved to my aunt's house as the pregnant cousin is already very ill with ALS and fragile..heaven forbid I gave her any more illness! So, now, thanks to my forever beloved housekeeper, Mara, I have an immaculate house and no one to mess it up until Sunday!!! Wooo hooo! (well, besides three kids...that'll take about a day...)

I hope you feel better soon. For some reason I seem to get strep every year. I always feel miserable with that!
Do you have the ruffler foot? I didn't get many gathers just using the differential feed, but when I put my ruffler foot on it ruffled a good bit.. not sure if it is half. I will have to test it out now.
Is your machine just making alot of noise? Mine is quite noisy, and I keep thinking something is wrong with it, but the stitches look fine.
The ruffler foot on a sewing machine really is easy. I think the most important thing is actually having a good foot, and not the cheapy Hancock's version. I struggled with that one alot then bought the Brother one. Did you read Carla's ebook on it? It is free, so maybe that will help you next time around. I can't imagine doing that by hand.. Your hands must have been aching!

Marah, I'm so excited for you. Praying that it goes well. Please come and let us know in the midst of your celebrating tomorrow okay?

My Emma top is coming out so cute. Can't wait to show you all! I need to go and finish it.

 

[snubie]

I finally have things to post. I posted earlier in the week about my sister-in-law and I haven't had time to complete things.

This is the Stitch t-shirt for myDD12. The back has 626 on it.
.

I LOVE THE STITCH SHIRT!! I love Stitch

I finished 1 halloween costume, 3 to go. My DD3 is going as Marie. When I put it on her, she started meowing and licking us all.

So cute!

My dd wears a size 6 top. Some dresses size 5, but more a 5/6 or 6. I used pattern size 5 for the jumper front and halter back and my elastic pieces were 9 inches and it fit her perfectly. Not sure if that helps anyone, but wanted to mention that.

I appreciate your compliments, but I have to tell you, I have NO skills! I made a few blunders and had to rip it out in a few places here and there. I just follwed CarlaC's sewing instructions for the skirt and the great help in revising a few things in that from the great ladies here..and my dear dear friend who helped me with the bodice.

See, I knew I wanted to use jumper front and halter back..but I wanted jumper straps. However, Simply Sweet pattern did not have instructions for jumper straps to halter back..I mean, why would it? LOL Therefore, I just ASSUMED it couldn't be done..until my friend just showed me how she does all her dd's bodice's. She's crazy..she does all french seams and everything! She's a down and dirty, not afraid to try gal. It was almost like I felt challenged. LOL

To all the wonderful ladies here
This is where you might think I'm a total nut case...but many of you sew and it seems like it comes so easy and so natural to you...and I personally am always in total awe of all the gorgeous outfits you make. I have a 17 year old daughter and a 7 year old son and 5 year old daughter. Since my oldest was young I have desired to sew for her. I made something here and there, but it never fit right and the end result was never satisfying. I have made one dress that she wore forever for Miss Emily...the twirly dress from sewbaby...other than that, I have many started projects, but nothing I finished. Mostly, it was my own personal fear of failure. I love to digitize, and feel I'm pretty good at it, but I have sooooooo desired just to sit and sew for personal pleasure.

I found DisBoutiquers last year while planning our trip and was in awe...and inspired..and just awe and inspired. I have lurked and read and seen your beautiful creations. It is only because of the encouragement I got from you ladies that I was able to actually complete three dresses. I know to some of you that may not seem like a lot, but it is a HUGE deal for me and more so to my dd.

Now, suddenly, I'm not so afraid of my sewing machines. I'm used to the embroidery part because of my digitizing, but wasn't used to SEWING. Now, I just found CarlaC's preppy skirt pattern and am praying I'll be able to make little uniform bottoms for Emily! (I had to ask the director to make sure the style is ok..I think she's pretty relaxed)

Sorry to write a book and be so mushy, but you ladies totally rock!!!!!!

I want to post pics of Emily in the two beautiful princess dresses that Shannon made but am waiting until she gets back from vacation because I want her to see them. Anyone knows when she gets back? Shannon, if you're reading this, thank you soooo much and thanks for your sewing help!!!

Julie

Good for you for conquering your fear. I think you will have no problem with the preppy skirt/skort. I just finished my first one today and it went together fairly easily - just read the directions one line at a time and you will be fine.

 

[Sandi S]

I finished 1 halloween costume, 3 to go. My DD3 is going as Marie. When I put it on her, she started meowing and licking us all.

That is such a sweet costume! I love it!

 

[*Toadstool*]

Julie, Children's corner makes a skort pattern that is more of a straight skirt if that one is took flouncy.
Here is a link:
http://www.childrenscornerinc.com/store/cart.php?target=product&product_id=393&category_id=61

I just got this pattern to make some uniform skirts for my cousin's little girl. I hope it works out. Where do you live at that they have to where uniforms too? Or is this a private school? Our public schools in Louisiana have to wear uniforms.

 

[JUJU814]

Julie, Children's corner makes a skort pattern that is more of a straight skirt if that one is took flouncy.
Here is a link:
http://www.childrenscornerinc.com/store/cart.php?target=product&product_id=393&category_id=61

I just got this pattern to make some uniform skirts for my cousin's little girl. I hope it works out. Where do you live at that they have to where uniforms too? Or is this a private school? Our public schools in Louisiana have to wear uniforms.

My kids go to a montessori school. Have been in one until this year (I homeschooled one child last year)..but that school didn't require uniforms. There is a great new Montessori elementary school opening up that they will be attending...and they will be wearing uniforms from Lands End..although my understanding is it's a relaxed uniform style. ie: navy or khaki bottoms, navy, white, maize or burgandy top w/ school logo embroidered..can be crew neck or collared or turtleneck etc.

I don't know...I don't have any experience with uniforms but in a way, I think it'll be good. we'll see!

Thanks for the link!

Julie

 

[*Toadstool*]

My kids go to a montessori school. Have been in one until this year (I homeschooled one child last year)..but that school didn't require uniforms. There is a great new Montessori elementary school opening up that they will be attending...and they will be wearing uniforms from Lands End..although my understanding is it's a relaxed uniform style. ie: navy or khaki bottoms, navy, white, maize or burgandy top w/ school logo embroidered..can be crew neck or collared or turtleneck etc.

I don't know...I don't have any experience with uniforms but in a way, I think it'll be good. we'll see!

Thanks for the link!

Julie

Ya our schools are pretty relaxed on it. Just has to be khakis bottoms with a certain color polo. I plan on homeschooling Hannah because our schools here really aren't up to my standards.
I bought a bunch of khakis fabric to make the skorts for the little girl. She wears a 2, so she can't find any in the stores. Gymboree has some cute uniforms on their website too. Oooh.. I will check Lands End. Don't think they would have checked there.

 

[DznyDreamz]

HAHA I wish I was finished sewing.... I want to finish this weekend since DH leaves Iraq on Monday and could be home as early as Tuesday, and I don't want to still be sewing when he gets home.

Sounds like you have a long to-do list, but CONGRATS that your hubby is coming home and thank you for his service to this country

 

[emcreative]

Marah, I'm so excited for you. Praying that it goes well. Please come and let us know in the midst of your celebrating tomorrow okay?

Thanks hon!

QUESTION:
I can't decide what to dress the boys in tomorrow. Is it possible to post pictures of "non-sewn" clothes for some help?

 

[The Moonk's Mom]

Thanks hon!

QUESTION:
I can't decide what to dress the boys in tomorrow. Is it possible to post pictures of "non-sewn" clothes for some help?

I was just stopping by to tell you I will be praying for a wonderful day for you tomorrow. I know it will be a day you will never forget.

 

[Mommy2JulietJocelyn]

Ok - I need a little help - I can appearantly make more complicated things but when it comes to a simple pillowcase dress - I am a moron I must be making the arm holes too small or something. I tried, I really did. but ended up making my own thing. This is what I have. but I need to make the ribbon fit differently because they fall off her shoulders and she pulls on the bows to untie them.

I am going back & forthe between adding a strip of red or spots to the bottom or hemming it & making little red or spotted bloomers.

 

[my*2*angels]

Thanks hon!

QUESTION:
I can't decide what to dress the boys in tomorrow. Is it possible to post pictures of "non-sewn" clothes for some help?

Marah I am soooo excited for you! and yes you can post non sewn clothes!!!

 

[Momma2dakidz]

Marah, Good luck tomorow. I cant imagine the stress your going thru right now. HUGS, it will be all over soon.
Best wishes,
Becky

 

[Eyore4Ever149]

HAPPY ANIVERSARY Heather and Theresa!!!!!!! Loved the wedding photos! Thanks for sharing. happy wishes.

My dd wears a size 6 top. Some dresses size 5, but more a 5/6 or 6. I used pattern size 5 for the jumper front and halter back and my elastic pieces were 9 inches and it fit her perfectly. Not sure if that helps anyone, but wanted to mention that.

I appreciate your compliments, but I have to tell you, I have NO skills! I made a few blunders and had to rip it out in a few places here and there. I just follwed CarlaC's sewing instructions for the skirt and the great help in revising a few things in that from the great ladies here..and my dear dear friend who helped me with the bodice.

See, I knew I wanted to use jumper front and halter back..but I wanted jumper straps. However, Simply Sweet pattern did not have instructions for jumper straps to halter back..I mean, why would it? LOL Therefore, I just ASSUMED it couldn't be done..until my friend just showed me how she does all her dd's bodice's. She's crazy..she does all french seams and everything! She's a down and dirty, not afraid to try gal. It was almost like I felt challenged. LOL

To all the wonderful ladies here
This is where you might think I'm a total nut case...but many of you sew and it seems like it comes so easy and so natural to you...and I personally am always in total awe of all the gorgeous outfits you make. I have a 17 year old daughter and a 7 year old son and 5 year old daughter. Since my oldest was young I have desired to sew for her. I made something here and there, but it never fit right and the end result was never satisfying. I have made one dress that she wore forever for Miss Emily...the twirly dress from sewbaby...other than that, I have many started projects, but nothing I finished. Mostly, it was my own personal fear of failure. I love to digitize, and feel I'm pretty good at it, but I have sooooooo desired just to sit and sew for personal pleasure.

I found DisBoutiquers last year while planning our trip and was in awe...and inspired..and just awe and inspired. I have lurked and read and seen your beautiful creations. It is only because of the encouragement I got from you ladies that I was able to actually complete three dresses. I know to some of you that may not seem like a lot, but it is a HUGE deal for me and more so to my dd.

Now, suddenly, I'm not so afraid of my sewing machines. I'm used to the embroidery part because of my digitizing, but wasn't used to SEWING. Now, I just found CarlaC's preppy skirt pattern and am praying I'll be able to make little uniform bottoms for Emily! (I had to ask the director to make sure the style is ok..I think she's pretty relaxed)

Sorry to write a book and be so mushy, but you ladies totally rock!!!!!!

I want to post pics of Emily in the two beautiful princess dresses that Shannon made but am waiting until she gets back from vacation because I want her to see them. Anyone knows when she gets back? Shannon, if you're reading this, thank you soooo much and thanks for your sewing help!!!

Julie

Just wanted you to know I read this "book" LOL and Im so glad you are here and found the confidence to do it- and with flair! mixing pattern pieces and designing your own look already- I can tell you are going to soar is skillz! Cant want to see what you are making in 6 months, wedding gowns and full on cinderella no doubt.


sort of a vent, not really, just exausted...
with Megan (now 3) she got her first tooth at 12 weeks and had ALL her teeth by 12 months.
looks like Hannah is following suit. She cried most of the day yesterday and got progressively worse in the evening. gnawing on her little hand- if I recall it was a week of fussiness before the tooth broke skin with Megan. Today she was good during the day, but tonight she's back to crying...I gave her a tiny bit of infant tylenol that they had said she could have for vaccinations if I wanted. I didnt get to sleep til 1am and my bicep is on fire tonight.
Its not even 9 and Im ready for bed.

Marah- I pray all goes okay, Im so glad to hear fixing the A/C wasnt an issue and sorry it hit you now- with all the other stuff going on in your life. I want you to know your super secret TR is the first one I have ever read and Im really enjoying it and really missing my installment.

Kira- forgot to answer in email- I think I want solid color, doesnt have to be white, but not too shear, although Carla's bodice is lined if I recall correctly and I could use muslin or something as a second layer on the skirt to add fluff and a bit of warmth....