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

sigh....
DH and I just sat down and had a "family meeting" about our finances and it aint pretty.
He ran through a long list of things we will have to cut out...
-my once a month cleaning company (because we have 2 big dogs, 2 cats, 2 kids, 2 adults and only 1 adult who cleans)
-tv- we will get the box and try for free tv, but DH is not hopeful that we will have any reception because we live in a hilly area and dont live close enough to the cities where public tv "comes from"
-no restaurants, so no more brunch after church, etc- he said we could keep pizza night.
-no more fabric (except Im allowed to buy fabric for the girl's for Hannah's baby dedication gown)
-no descretionary spending without first discussing.
-no landscaping (again this was something I did because I was the only one doing it- his view is that it can look a little scruffy - but he'll try to mow it)
I'm fine with the cut backs, even though some are pretty drastic, but I wish I heard more from him that he would do more.
My stipulation was that we need to meet once a month to discuss our financial progress.

I realize this is totally personal, but Im a little disheartened a the moment and looking for a cheering sqad.
I actually kinda feel like maybe God brought us to this place, because for years I have begged DH to watch less TV so I could have more of him, for the little amount of time I see him in the evenings and now he will have no choice- until now he was not willing to cancel the direct tv, so even though it will be really hard for me if we dont at least get PBS, I think it will bring our family together.

Feel free to help me find the bright side of this! I'm feeling a little down right now.

and all outfits I make will be from fabric I already own- so I guess that means clothes without much for coordinating fabrics. Im happy I have that cinderella fabric sitting in my stash to make her dress for Halloween!

Big ((HUGS))!!
We have had many ups and downs financially and it just made us stronger! We've done the no eating out, no cable, no cell phones (gasp), etc. I think if you can embrace this you can turn it into something positive for all of you! Simpler times with the family - more fun game nights, and just enjoying each other! I commend you for making those changes - there are many who would try and keep up with their same lifestyle and just go deeper and deeper.
 
where do you ladies find your big polka dotted material for the mickey/minnie dresses? Does JoAnne's carry that? because that's pretty much my only option where I live! unless there is something on the internet that I can order through? any help is appreciated. thanks!

That's where I just got mine.
 
I think i am going to suck it up and make her the white mary poppins gown. I liked the white eyelet style portrait peasant top with little red bows. And i will add a shimmery red sash, with white ribbon on the sash to represent piping. The sash and bows will be removable and i will then make her a pastel sash to wear instead of the red for church. I have no problem making this for her since she will get more wear out of it. It shouldnt be too expensive either, 4.5 yards of cheap walmart eyelet. (trying to stay budget because i majorly splurged on Loge tickets.) I think i am also going to make her a very simple navy lap blanket with the marry poppins shadow on it with her name and date embroidered as her souveneir. I refuse to spend a TON of money on items that will get tossed into the bottom of her closet.

I think we will still have netflix for movies, really the biggest drag is that DD wont be able to watch her shows on PBS in the morning, Im hoping this will help her want to read/listen to more books and help our bond both for DH and me and DD and me. Im not a tv person at all- unless Im sick.

Exactly- I mowed all last year because he was always too tired on the weekends. But with a new baby I knew I wouldnt be able to this summer so I hired them and put them on a schedule. His suggestion is that he can do it and it doesnt have to look all prim and proper anyway" THOSE comments are what send me through the roof. Man! Take pride in your home! Or cancelling my monthly cleaning service- he's not jumping to help, he has always been lazy like this and he can walk into a cluttered room and put his feet up and ignore it. So i know the lion's share will fall to me. I want to be proud of my home, but its hard with a little baby and DD- but I know I can find a way. If we didnt have all the pets it wouldnt feel so dirty, but Im going to create a chore chart to keep me on track, and assign some simple tasks to DH. I dont think he really knows how to clean and refuses to make much effort in doing things correctly. WARNING to parents who dont include their kids in making their bed or helping out- they grow up they are NOT fun to live with LOL. Lucky I love him so much. :cutie:


and this is the very reason I rarely post photos of me hee hee, well you can see me on FB. But I like your Aunt's adage. To me, you look like a happy family at WDW, and that really is the priority in it all, isn't it. Will you look back and say your weight or hairdo or color of your shorts affected your trip? No, but I bet you remember lots of other great things. I thought they were great family trips.
Im looking forward to hearing and seeing how our cutting back really helps the bottom line!




I think your key item will be what you use for padding, you will need more than quilt batting, and I might consider an apolstry type fabric- strong and tougher than cotton.
Oooh, wow, thats not nice, Id have flipped out on that-but really the tv is more DH sacrifice despite that he is only here evenings and weekends- he has a tv addiction problem. I hope your DH talks to you most of the time, lol, I mean, what if your car disappeared or something. Men crack me up.:lmao:


Yup, this is a 6 month thing, and then we will reevaluate. I actually think I will not want tv back then! LOL. And I agree totally worth it in the long run. I think its good to be doing this while our kids are little and DD will get over it and she still has her movies if I really need to put the tv on.

I told Dh I thought God wanted us to get to this point because it was the only way we would get rid of the tv, and it will force DH to get better sleep, and have better quality time. I hope. He still has his iphone (company paid) and laptop. I see so much opportunity for more of good stuff, and less of non essentials and it will give us a better appreciation of what we have.

On a seperate note..............
DD3 woke up sick today. Throwing up whatever she consumes- water, etc. So she is laying on floor and not doing much, cat is sleeping next to her. She had a freeze pop and threw it up. But they said give her something once and hour and Ill pray Hannah doesnt get sick.

I so appreciate everyones support!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Really!


I forget who said it- but amex gift cards would be great- so I can buy fabric anywhere-online, etc. but Christmas is a long way from now and my family doesnt like giving money-or gift cards, so I dont know if Ill get them, but it cant hurt to ask!
Our anniversary is the 23rd, maybe I should suggest that as my present- if he does anything. But I might be okay without fabric for a while, I do have a decent amount right now.


I can't remember where it was about you mentioning a cleaning schedule, but Organizedhome.com has an excellent schedule. You can modify it to fit your needs. We have several periods of evaluating where we spend our money, and I do think it is important. It is hard when you have to make a lot of sacrifices! Just think however, with all that free time, he could knock out the lawn! The biggest key is working together, and finding a common goal. As far as shows, our local library has tons of DVDs free for a week. Some of our children's favorite shows have dvds
 
Andrea...were you talking about about the Walmart at Salem Crossings? If so...guess what, the fabric is gone. They are in the process of remodeling. Only a little bit of craft supplies are left. :sad2:
 

Question for those of you who do appliques: Do you use your regular machine or an embroidery machine?

I don't have an embroidery machine. I just learned how to do appliques on my regular machine using HeatherSue's tutorial which is linked from page one of this thread. It was so so much easier than I thought it would be, and even easier still with her easy-to-follow directions. Go take a look!
 
I don't have an embroidery machine. I just learned how to do appliques on my regular machine using HeatherSue's tutorial which is linked from page one of this thread. It was so so much easier than I thought it would be, and even easier still with her easy-to-follow directions. Go take a look!

Thank you!:yay:
 
the pictures or patterns for the applicaques (sp?) that all of you are using? I looked at the tutorial and it's wonderful...but where can I find the patterns or pictures...is there a web site or link? I bought a MM colorbook and that's been a help, but I'd like to find the other characters...
I'm still in the very very early learning stages..you all still amaze me with your talents.
Are the bowling shirts hard to do? TIA....Barb
and here's another question for you....you've all talked about a "hoop"...well....I wasn't sure what anyone mean't. My stitching was puckering when I did it (zigzaging on a reg. machine). Soooo.....I took my embroidery hoop....put the shirt in that and then was able to "just" manage to get it under the foot of the machine. It worked, and I finally got a decent stitch - but now I'm wondering if I'm "jury-rigging" it and there's better way..:rolleyes1 I sure hope you're all not hysterically laughing at me...:rotfl2:...thanks again...Barb
 
Well, I promised to post pictures of all the dresses I finally finished...and if photobucket will cooperate I can get them loaded sometime today...I've been trying for an hour so far!


So, I'm guessing if it is taking so long to load the 15 pix...I should pic and choose the best ones and only post them.
First dress will be an A line for Boma.
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Next is a StripWork Jumper for Animal Kingdom.
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Next is a Pink Simply Sweet for Coral Reef.
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Up next, we have a Tink Round Neck Dress.
094.jpg


The forever popular Pooh Stripwork Jumper.
089.jpg


Now, the nice Minnie Mouse inspired Round Neck.
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And last, but certainly not least, our version of Farmer Mickey.
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Please be gentle and kind. With each project, I learned so much, and after this trip is over, I plan on starting on some cute Christmas dresses that currently reside in my head.

I think I have them all right now...

Nini
 
Get Ready for lots of Pictures ---- I finished Joci's M&M dress and she likes it and told me she will wear it. Whewww!
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Here is the Dalmations one with the shorts ruffled/bloomered
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I made each of the girls a Winnie the Pooh dress.
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I would really like to have the blue I used in the straps as a ruffle around the bottom but I don't have the time. I still have 2 more shifts in the Ed to work, a Bridal shower a birthday party, getting hair cut - the girls and maybe me tomorrow, dentist appointment tonight, and packing suitcases, cleaning out car getting oil changed & air filter then getting car packed all before Sunday.
Here is a "pillowcase without arm holes" for Joci
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And a reversible top for Evie - Princesses & Minnie -
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I just hope it fits her - she was up half the night from what DH said so she is still in bed right now! I am getting ready to get her up though. Thanks for looking. I have 2 things left - a pillowcase dresses - Cars for Juliet & Mermaid for Evie.
Thanks,
Carol

Everything is just amazing, so adorable, I am sure your girls (and hopefully you) will get tons of great attention, way to go!!!!
 
I called them this morning and my options are to send it back to Walmart to have it replaced or to take it to a dealer almost an hour from my house to have it repaired. :mad: Of course, the repair shop is closed on Mondays, so I am not sure if it will be faster to go that route or to take a week or two to send it back and exchange it. I am so bummed! I didn't even get to use it! I worked on finishing up a stripwork jumper for Molly last night, but still need to serge the seams before I can call it done.

Ugh!!!!

IF you got it from walmart just bring it back they will take it back and give you a new one. Then you can get a new one today..
I wouldn't want a Serger that had to be fix before i used it .. Go get another new one... you will be happy you did..
I got my brother from walmart 6 years ago and its still going strong ...
:thumbsup2
 
Sorry I am such a lurker lately....or "window shopper" as we call it....but rest assured I am seeing all of the loverly creations!!! Your kiddos are adorable too!!! :goodvibes
 
Off topic...sort of. I'm trying to plan our trip. Question for you all...have you ever NOT started with MK. Would your kids be disappointed (if they hadn't been before)? We're using TGM to plan and the day we start our vacation isn't the best to go to MK. I'm torn between what will get us through with less crowds or not starting with MK. My main concern is that the girls will be able to see the castle from our hotel and then not go the first day. I'm so torn. Help. What do you think?
 
I know I am not crazy. Where did I see a Mickey 4x4 design that is not applique? I want to do some quick polo shirts with a left chest design. But I do not want to do applique that small. Thanks ladies. I am in a panick. We leave Friday and I am still not done yet:scared1: :scared1: :scared1:
Lynn
 
Off topic...sort of. I'm trying to plan our trip. Question for you all...have you ever NOT started with MK. Would your kids be disappointed (if they hadn't been before)? We're using TGM to plan and the day we start our vacation isn't the best to go to MK. I'm torn between what will get us through with less crowds or not starting with MK. My main concern is that the girls will be able to see the castle from our hotel and then not go the first day. I'm so torn. Help. What do you think?

I would do MK, that's just me. We have always started with MK and always will. I asked my hubby about it one day and he said never!
 
Well, I promised to post pictures of all the dresses I finally finished...and if photobucket will cooperate I can get them loaded sometime today...I've been trying for an hour so far!


So, I'm guessing if it is taking so long to load the 15 pix...I should pic and choose the best ones and only post them.
First dress will be an A line for Boma.
087.jpg


Next is a StripWork Jumper for Animal Kingdom.
095.jpg


Next is a Pink Simply Sweet for Coral Reef.
093.jpg


Up next, we have a Tink Round Neck Dress.
094.jpg


The forever popular Pooh Stripwork Jumper.
089.jpg


Now, the nice Minnie Mouse inspired Round Neck.
100_0488.jpg


And last, but certainly not least, our version of Farmer Mickey.
084.jpg


Please be gentle and kind. With each project, I learned so much, and after this trip is over, I plan on starting on some cute Christmas dresses that currently reside in my head.

I think I have them all right now...

Nini

Great job!!!!!!!!1

Off topic...sort of. I'm trying to plan our trip. Question for you all...have you ever NOT started with MK. Would your kids be disappointed (if they hadn't been before)? We're using TGM to plan and the day we start our vacation isn't the best to go to MK. I'm torn between what will get us through with less crowds or not starting with MK. My main concern is that the girls will be able to see the castle from our hotel and then not go the first day. I'm so torn. Help. What do you think?

Sometimes we go to MK first, but we have also gone to Epcot and AK first; next trip we're planning to go to DHS first ; to my kids, it's all Disney!
 
Off topic...sort of. I'm trying to plan our trip. Question for you all...have you ever NOT started with MK. Would your kids be disappointed (if they hadn't been before)? We're using TGM to plan and the day we start our vacation isn't the best to go to MK. I'm torn between what will get us through with less crowds or not starting with MK. My main concern is that the girls will be able to see the castle from our hotel and then not go the first day. I'm so torn. Help. What do you think?

I don't have kiddos yet (one on the way) - so DH and I just do whatever tour guide mike says OR wherever has the longest hours/evening EMH. You could build up to when MK would be better in terms of crowds OR if you have park hoppers, go and see the castle and such and then headoevr to a less crowded place (if it is in fact crowded). Tour guide Mike is fantastic, and I'd say usually right on the money!
 
the pictures or patterns for the applicaques (sp?) that all of you are using? I looked at the tutorial and it's wonderful...but where can I find the patterns or pictures...is there a web site or link? I bought a MM colorbook and that's been a help, but I'd like to find the other characters...
I'm still in the very very early learning stages..you all still amaze me with your talents.
Are the bowling shirts hard to do? TIA....Barb
and here's another question for you....you've all talked about a "hoop"...well....I wasn't sure what anyone mean't. My stitching was puckering when I did it (zigzaging on a reg. machine). Soooo.....I took my embroidery hoop....put the shirt in that and then was able to "just" manage to get it under the foot of the machine. It worked, and I finally got a decent stitch - but now I'm wondering if I'm "jury-rigging" it and there's better way..:rolleyes1 I sure hope you're all not hysterically laughing at me...:rotfl2:...thanks again...Barb
I think most of us use coloring page images or Pin images. Basically what ever strikes us.

The only time I use my hoop is when I am embroidering. When I applique no hoop is involved unless it is an applique emb design....
Well, I promised to post pictures of all the dresses I finally finished...and if photobucket will cooperate I can get them loaded sometime today...I've been trying for an hour so far!


So, I'm guessing if it is taking so long to load the 15 pix...I should pic and choose the best ones and only post them.
First dress will be an A line for Boma.
087.jpg


Next is a StripWork Jumper for Animal Kingdom.
095.jpg


Next is a Pink Simply Sweet for Coral Reef.
093.jpg


Up next, we have a Tink Round Neck Dress.
094.jpg


The forever popular Pooh Stripwork Jumper.
089.jpg


Now, the nice Minnie Mouse inspired Round Neck.
100_0488.jpg


And last, but certainly not least, our version of Farmer Mickey.
084.jpg


Please be gentle and kind. With each project, I learned so much, and after this trip is over, I plan on starting on some cute Christmas dresses that currently reside in my head.

I think I have them all right now...

Nini
All turned out great! Keep up the good work!!!!!!
Off topic...sort of. I'm trying to plan our trip. Question for you all...have you ever NOT started with MK. Would your kids be disappointed (if they hadn't been before)? We're using TGM to plan and the day we start our vacation isn't the best to go to MK. I'm torn between what will get us through with less crowds or not starting with MK. My main concern is that the girls will be able to see the castle from our hotel and then not go the first day. I'm so torn. Help. What do you think?
Usually to me MK is THE park! It is classic and says I am at WDW to me. We usually start with that BUT this yr my parents are probably meeting us and they aren't getting Park hopper passes so we are starting with AK and the the next day we are going to MK. My parents are only goig for 2 days and I told my mom that I need to walk down main street with my mommy! I had never gone with my parents when I was little and I am a Disney freak so it is important to me to do this:rotfl2: She even asked if she needs to buy me a lolly pop on main street and I told her I have the dining plan so I can get that but she can buy me Minnie ears and a balloon!:rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2:
She said OK!:lmao::thumbsup2
The point is it is all WDW and it is all exciting so do which ever park you want on the 1st day.
 
Off topic...sort of. I'm trying to plan our trip. Question for you all...have you ever NOT started with MK. Would your kids be disappointed (if they hadn't been before)? We're using TGM to plan and the day we start our vacation isn't the best to go to MK. I'm torn between what will get us through with less crowds or not starting with MK. My main concern is that the girls will be able to see the castle from our hotel and then not go the first day. I'm so torn. Help. What do you think?

We don't start with the MK and it's never been a problem. But then we've been several times and Kirsta pretty well knows that she's going to get there.
 
Question for those of you who do appliques: Do you use your regular machine or an embroidery machine?

well you can use a regular machine and hand piece the appliques and then use a tightened zig-zag stitch.
but an emb. machine can be easier sometimes
 
Off topic...sort of. I'm trying to plan our trip. Question for you all...have you ever NOT started with MK. Would your kids be disappointed (if they hadn't been before)? We're using TGM to plan and the day we start our vacation isn't the best to go to MK. I'm torn between what will get us through with less crowds or not starting with MK. My main concern is that the girls will be able to see the castle from our hotel and then not go the first day. I'm so torn. Help. What do you think?
We use TGM too and sometimes (when we have hoppers) we go the day of arrival just for the castle fix. Also, building up to it makes it that much more fun. Rest assured, kids will like going on more rides with shorter lines more than seeing the castle first with tons of other people and long lines!
 


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