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

Ok, this is for Lisa
I am leaving Portland tomorrow, so I am sure the weather will be back to normal starting on Thursday!!!! :rotfl:

LOL, today was actually pretty decent. I guess the heat left a day early so it can be ready for you when you get home. ;)

Doesn't work for me either. I'm wondering if the patterns will be cheaper or something. I don't get why one would want to buy from etsy instead of ycmt. I want my points! :rolleyes1

As I understand it, YCMT requires people to not sell the same patterns for less on other sites. However, if the patternmaker is selling directly, she gets a MUCH bigger percentage of the price. So, I guess it doesn't change the price for the buyer but I always like to help the creative person get a bigger cut. :rolleyes1

Just a thought....what if our fabric swapping were moved to our FB account????
Don't know if it would work, but it would certainly mean that people would be disboutiquers we would deal with, rather than anyone who stumbled across the thread, I know I never knew how to write "only willing to trade with disboutiquers"- it seemed rude...

Hmm, I guess I better figure out Facebook better. I have an account and a couple 'friends' but rarely even log in there. I'm worried I'm too old to really 'get it'.

BTW - I think finding a way to do such swaps off the DIS is a good idea. I am always worried about what I say on the DIS threads that might come across as trying to solicit a sale of some kind. I understand why the mods need to be strict otherwise SPAM could get totally out of control.
 
Hey guys :banana::banana::banana:

I need some advice... I make tie dye shirts, and am trying to figure out a way to put Santa hats on my Mickeys! Another Diser has suggested buying a cricut and using it to cut the fabric (like it has a template??)- any ideas?? Would it be easier just to print a template off the computer, trace onto fabric, and then cut out?

Here are a few pics so you guys can kind of guess what I am talking about! hahaha!
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Thanks!! :hippie:
 
Hey guys- I was going to say on the Facebook thing, we moved our Freebie thread/Freap chat over there and it is working great! Facebook is really easy to navigate, and I promise you you could figure it out!!
 
So I didn't get as much packing done as I would have liked. DH had a doctors appt I had to take him too. MIL offered to watch the kids so I didn't have to take them with me then she decided to keep them for the night so I could get some stuff done. DH and I went out to dinner which was nice because we don't get the opportunity very often. When we got home we decided to take a quick ride on the ATV's. DH got stuck and put some good scratches in his. The whole back end on the one side got it pretty good. I got a pretty good laugh over everything. DH was not amused though. It took about a half hour to get him unstuck. And I'm glad it was not me but now I have something to give him a hard time about. Ha ha. At least tomorrow I'll have a couple hours to get stuff down before the kiddos get home.
 

BTW - I think finding a way to do such swaps off the DIS is a good idea. I am always worried about what I say on the DIS threads that might come across as trying to solicit a sale of some kind. I understand why the mods need to be strict otherwise SPAM could get totally out of control.

I had an idea - what about starting a yahoo group?? We can sign up for it and then do the swapping there?? What do you all think?? I can start one up - I am a mod on several and they are easy to use/post to and you can even upload pictures straight to the group.
 
Hey guys :banana::banana::banana:

I need some advice... I make tie dye shirts, and am trying to figure out a way to put Santa hats on my Mickeys! Another Diser has suggested buying a cricut and using it to cut the fabric (like it has a template??)- any ideas?? Would it be easier just to print a template off the computer, trace onto fabric, and then cut out?

What method are you using to create the Santa hats, i.e. fabric paint, dye, applique, etc.?
 
What method are you using to create the Santa hats, i.e. fabric paint, dye, applique, etc.?

I don't know! haha! Probably fabric, bc they will need to be washable- and I don't know that I could find a paint that would hold up- ideas??
 
I'll have one of each!!!

Hey Everyone who has made the Patricia Tunic - yes, I know you cant believe Im still working on this!!!:rotfl: how do you make the hem curvyish across the bottom??????

JESSICA - I have the Singer Serger from Walmart - so should I use 2 needles for regular serging or 1 - what about rolled hems - it has that little switchy thing to flip....

I am not jessica, but i have that model serger.I use 2 needles for serging and one for rolled edge. The instructions on how to do the rolled edge hem that are in the maunal are actually very good. I use the one where the fabric is rolled completely under. It has you increase the tension on the middle thread. It explains which needle to take out and how to adjust everything.
 
No one should feel badly about the swap thread going bad, these things happen. I have been smacked recently for no reason. There are people here who do not participate in the same spirit that most of us do and are itching to get us in trouble. They are probably jealous of the way we support each other and everyone is eager to help another sewer out. That's what makes me love this thread so much. I think the facebook idea is great, I hope you get it off the ground.

Marah, Megan saw Phineas & Ferb and wanted to know the story so I told her. She said she can't wait until you get to keep the boys forever and forever and show their pictures, although she wanted you to know P & F is her favorite show! How do I see your blog? Do I need to pm you?

Carla has a flickr site where she would love you to show off your creations made with her patterns. It is easy and free! If you have any questions, please let me know.
 
Regarding the patchwork twirl dress I'm working on. Here ye here ye! I would like to go on the record and say:

Any internal desire /emotional need that I've repressed all these years to sew ruffly things for my darling little cherub angel girl and make frilly girly things, has now been utterly and completely satisfied and I'm not sure I ever want to gather anything else as long as I live. I cannot even see straight. LOL I got the bottom ruffle done and sewn to the bottom tier. Ruffling the bottom tier now. Starting to see how this all works.

I'm tired, grumpy, hungry...and I'm doing all this for dd to wear to the happiest place on earth. There. I'm human! LOL

Ha Ha Ha!!! As I was making my first (and so far only) patchwork twirl skirt I thought "NEVER AGAIN". But within a couple of days I was already planning my next one (I have 2 planned for our December trip, but haven't started them yet). I liken it to marathons... during the race I can't believe I actually signed myself up for this tourture, but after it's all over I'm ready for the next one! :lmao:
 
I am done with fair now other than cat show on Thursday.

Unfortunately, my applique got 3rd place which is like last place. I just don't understand??:sad1: The stitching was all even and the edge looked good. Maybe next year.
Is your kitty going to be in the cat show? What applique did you enter?
YEAH!
I finally make a choice on a machine and I am sure it is not a scam because it comes from the dealer. So I have to drive 3 hours each way for lessons, service, etc but I am going to order it tomorrow.

I am getting the Brother 750D. It does Disney cards and has a 5X7 hoop area, monochrome panel. USB computer to machine. That is all I remember. It is are retail price and they do have to order it. Oh well $800 and a tank of fuel.
I am excited for you! I am glad you found a machine you like.
 
Just a thought....what if our fabric swapping were moved to our FB account????
Dont know if it would work, but it would certainly mean that people would be disboutiquers we would deal with, rather than anyone who stumbled across the thread, I know I never knew how to write "only willing to trade with disboutiquers"- it seemed rude....


Rotary Cutting- these are the rules I learned.
-Use a large guide ruler- mine is like 25" by 6.5"
-keep your pointer finger as far from your thum as possible- so really I keep my hand with a bit of "air" under the first knuckle and my thumb and pionter are almost a straight line- does that make sense? maybe I could post pics...
-ALWAYS use your safety every....single....moment....you...put..your...blade....down
(I know some classes that charge 25 cents per time you leave it off) you could do this at home, give the money to a charity or a little extra in the plate in church on sunday.
-keep fingers wrapped firmly around blade and press down
-keep blade flush with ruler.
IF you have trouble with keeping your ruler perfectly still, and or keeping your hand more than 2.5" away from the edge you are cutting on I suggest getting one of these...
http://www.thegypsyquilter.com/thegypsygripper.htm
I have heard they sell something similar for getting in and out of shower/bath tub at places like bed,bath and beyond. This will absolutely keep your free hand away from the blade.

Does this help anyone?????


Don't forget, Don't drop it on your foot or better . . . wear shoes while cutting. :rolleyes1
 
Goodluck. Most people who have some don't want to get rid of it. It is very hard to find. I have some that I bought from another diser, and have seen it a few times on etsy. It does go for alot though.

I am willing to pay! I just need to find it :)

Hey guys :banana::banana::banana:

I need some advice... I make tie dye shirts, and am trying to figure out a way to put Santa hats on my Mickeys! Another Diser has suggested buying a cricut and using it to cut the fabric (like it has a template??)- any ideas?? Would it be easier just to print a template off the computer, trace onto fabric, and then cut out?

Here are a few pics so you guys can kind of guess what I am talking about! hahaha!
109_2191.jpg

109_2133.jpg

109_2091.jpg

Thanks!! :hippie:

LOVE These!!!
 
Hey there fellow boutiquers:

Just a little cautionary tale. First many thanks to the fellow Diser who let me know etsy seller CRAFTYQUILT was using pictures from my Drizella costume listing trying to sell one to her. She actually sent photos of MY OWN DAUGHTER as well as photos of MY gown hand made by me to her saying that she had made it and would make it for her. So I posted my own want ad under another ID, and SHE ACTUALLY SENT PICTURES OF MY OWN DAUGHTER TO ME!!!!!

I have reported her to Etsy, as well as "cautioned" her myself directly. Anyone else have anything like this happen??? Any idea if etsy will do anything? I have this funny feeling I might have broken a few rules and might get thrown off myself.......

Her stuff doesn't look that great, but if you want to custom shop, avoid craftyquilt, as you will never know if the photos she uses are even her own work.

Many thanks again to my fellow Diser! It's nice to know when others are looking out for you!
 
Here is another one for my baby girl. Only three dresses and ten applique shirts left. I really want to get it all done before we start school on the 17th. I homeschool so all of my free time is about to go away!

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Hey there fellow boutiquers:

Just a little cautionary tale. First many thanks to the fellow Diser who let me know etsy seller CRAFTYQUILT was using pictures from my Drizella costume listing trying to sell one to her. She actually sent photos of MY OWN DAUGHTER as well as photos of MY gown hand made by me to her saying that she had made it and would make it for her. So I posted my own want ad under another ID, and SHE ACTUALLY SENT PICTURES OF MY OWN DAUGHTER TO ME!!!!!

I have reported her to Etsy, as well as "cautioned" her myself directly. Anyone else have anything like this happen??? Any idea if etsy will do anything? I have this funny feeling I might have broken a few rules and might get thrown off myself.......

Her stuff doesn't look that great, but if you want to custom shop, avoid craftyquilt, as you will never know if the photos she uses are even her own work.

Many thanks again to my fellow Diser! It's nice to know when others are looking out for you!

I'm so sorry about this. That's why I love when people put their "special names" in their siggys. It's a way to know who's who without "selling" on the boards.

Unfortunately for others who just use the other sites, they may not know, and will most likely be taken. :( I got burned recently thinking because of where I purchase something it was handmade, and then discovered it came complete with "Made in China" tag. :(
 
Hey there fellow boutiquers:

Just a little cautionary tale. First many thanks to the fellow Diser who let me know etsy seller CRAFTYQUILT was using pictures from my Drizella costume listing trying to sell one to her. She actually sent photos of MY OWN DAUGHTER as well as photos of MY gown hand made by me to her saying that she had made it and would make it for her. So I posted my own want ad under another ID, and SHE ACTUALLY SENT PICTURES OF MY OWN DAUGHTER TO ME!!!!!

I have reported her to Etsy, as well as "cautioned" her myself directly. Anyone else have anything like this happen??? Any idea if etsy will do anything? I have this funny feeling I might have broken a few rules and might get thrown off myself.......

Her stuff doesn't look that great, but if you want to custom shop, avoid craftyquilt, as you will never know if the photos she uses are even her own work.

Many thanks again to my fellow Diser! It's nice to know when others are looking out for you!


Wow that is bad, passing off someone elses pictures! I am sorry you are going through this, what a pain!
 
Hey there fellow boutiquers:

Just a little cautionary tale. First many thanks to the fellow Diser who let me know etsy seller CRAFTYQUILT was using pictures from my Drizella costume listing trying to sell one to her. She actually sent photos of MY OWN DAUGHTER as well as photos of MY gown hand made by me to her saying that she had made it and would make it for her. So I posted my own want ad under another ID, and SHE ACTUALLY SENT PICTURES OF MY OWN DAUGHTER TO ME!!!!!

I have reported her to Etsy, as well as "cautioned" her myself directly. Anyone else have anything like this happen??? Any idea if etsy will do anything? I have this funny feeling I might have broken a few rules and might get thrown off myself.......

Her stuff doesn't look that great, but if you want to custom shop, avoid craftyquilt, as you will never know if the photos she uses are even her own work.

Many thanks again to my fellow Diser! It's nice to know when others are looking out for you!

I am sorry that happened to you. I have had people copy my pictures and post them, so I know how you feel. Hopefully Etsy will do something about it.

Along the same lines, just tonight on the news was a Mother who posted some pictures of her son on her family blog-someone copied those pics and claimed her child for available for adoption!
 
I am sorry that happened to you. I have had people copy my pictures and post them, so I know how you feel. Hopefully Etsy will do something about it.

Along the same lines, just tonight on the news was a Mother who posted some pictures of her son on her family blog-someone copied those pics and claimed her child for available for adoption!

Oh, I forgot about that! Good point.....

I do know E:wizard: is pretty good about this sort of thing. It's been years since I've had a problem like this, but they took down the listings almost immediately. Anyone have any experience with how responsife this other site is?

I'll be curious to hear what they say tomorrow.....
 












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