Disboutiquers Part 17 Kids Disney Boutique / Customs Clothes psst..we sew ;-)

[woodkins]

Question for bowmakers!


I am making hairbows for both of my daughters soccer teams (I know - I've lost my mind). The bows I buy for my girls are always nice and stiff....how do they get them that way? Do they starch and iron the ribbon before making it into a bow? Any help would be appreciated! TIA

I have used a spray called Stiffen Stuff that I bought at Michaels (they also have it at Joann/AC Moore). You make your bow and then spray it and let it dry. I actually don't use it on new bows, I use it on older bows that have gotten floppy. I stuff them with tissue paper and spray them. Unfortunately for me my 7 year old has informed me that she will NOT wear bows any more. I was expecting it since NO ONE here wears bows at all, so 7 years was a small miracle for me.

 

[*Toadstool*]

Thanks; you said what I was thinking and then messed up (i hate brain fog)... I'll do like you said, probably tape one onto the other to lengthen. Thanks! I'm tempted to make it just a little big, but then if they don't want to wear the extra shirts I don't want them "gappy", and I know it's still pretty warm at the very beginning of october. The examples the mom liked were all shown sleeveless w/ out any shirts underneath, so I'm thinking that's probably how she wants to wear em.

Maybe you could make the size 2, and put elastic in the underarm part? I have a couple of patterns that do that. It makes it fit better if it is a little big under the arms. You just sew a row of straight stitching and pass the elastic through and secure the 2 ends after you have it gathered a little bit.

 

[tadamom]

I finished Cinderella this morning!

LLLLLOOOOOOVVVVVVEEEEE IT!!!! It's gorgeous Shannon! Can't wait for it to arrive along with another Princess!!!

 

[100AcrePrincess]

I finished Cinderella this morning!

I love all the sundress princesses.

You are SO SWEET! Seriously!
Did you see the Ariel I did? (not in seafoam)

My next creation will be Tinkerbell - I have one to make for a Big Give. Hoping to have it done this week!

I don't think I commented on this before. I really like it - esp. the shells.

FInally got pictures of my Alice set!

and here are some random Mostly Non-DIsney items that I have made recently:

I know there are a LOT of pictures! Have not shared in a LONG time so I figured I would just take care of a lot with one post lol

Thanks for letting me share!

Candice

I always love your stuff. Alice is great, but I think my favorites are Hello Kitty & Fancy Nancy. That polka dot knit is great.

Here is my latest dress, for Animal Kingdom

I love the panels you used. Such a cute outfit!

 

[ireland_nicole]

Maybe you could make the size 2, and put elastic in the underarm part? I have a couple of patterns that do that. It makes it fit better if it is a little big under the arms. You just sew a row of straight stitching and pass the elastic through and secure the 2 ends after you have it gathered a little bit.

you say that like it's an easy thing LOL. I know the Vida does that, but you put the elastic through the casing before you sew up the sides, right? I'm not sure how you could make that work with the stripwork bodice; would you sew it like normal, and then pin the elastic in place on one side, sew it to secure, then run through the casing, gather and then secure on the other end? All the stitching would be rubbing against her skin though, right? I'm sorry, I'm just slow on the uptake and confused

 

[100AcrePrincess]

I finally finished the Very Hungry Caterpillar outfit. I think that the gathering was a bigger pain than the appliques. For some reason the tension completely messed up on the skirt part & it took 3 tries to get it to gather at all & even then it wouldn't do it right. Oh well, it's done & she loves it. I had to remind her that it's for tomorrow before she'd agree to take it off.

Got food?

Yesterday was dd6's birthday (and our anniversary). Thankfully the rain they kept promising us didn't really happen so the 'beach' party got to go on as planned.
Her dress:

The flip flops they decorated:

 

[twob4him]

Just got back from a quick weekend trip and look who we ran into!

Stacy saw us in line and we got to sit together in the laugh room. Jackson and Megan really hit it off and I wish we could have spent more time together. We had to get back home right after that.

We also saw this in the back lot tour at the studios. I tried to snap as many pictures as I could. I yelled, "slow down!"

Megan and I spotted this in Walt attraction:

Look what we found in England! Megan made the cutest face so I had to get them.

I tried to make a charm skirt like Shannon's and it ended up a little short but it was good on a hot day:

And this is Jacob walking in "slow motion" like they do in the dramatic scene of a movie. We were getting in line for mission space (green side, please!).

I was thinking of doing a mini-trip report but I think I just covered all the highlights, lol! Hope everyone had a great weekend!

Steph - So glad you had a great trip! I mentioned that Stacy B was going to be there the same time as you so I am happy you both met up!!! Awesome!

Shannon - LOVE the new dress.....fit for a princess!!!

100 acre Princess - I bought a Hungry Caterpillar sheet set....I think I found it discounted last spring....I totally have to do something with it! Thanks for the inspiration....I love your dress and capris~ and you DD looks very happy in it!

 

[TinkerbelleMom]

Stephres...I think I saw you, were you in MK today (Monday?) If it wasn't your DD, it was someone else with the same exact outfit, complete with the Mickey sticker in the middle of the black Minnie face. My yougest DD was wearing a custom too...a multi-print Minnie fabric twirl skirt and white t with a Minnie on it. I've got pics, but they're on my iphone, and I'm not too proficient yet on moving them to the computer except on Facebook. LOL Anyway, the outfit caught our attention because she looked so cute, and my kids commented on it too.

 

[Rebecuberduber]

Here is my latest dress, for Animal Kingdom

Very cute. That panel is an awesome find, wherever you got it. I've never seen a safari one like that.

The Knit dress pattern is the Olivia under dress by Farbenmix It is super easy and so much fun! So many different ways to do it! Thank you!

They are all soo cute! I can never find good printed knits. Do you have to have a serger to do this pattern? It looks like with the lettuce edging it would require a serger.

 

[anggye]

I finally finished the Very Hungry Caterpillar outfit. I think that the gathering was a bigger pain than the appliques. For some reason the tension completely messed up on the skirt part & it took 3 tries to get it to gather at all & even then it wouldn't do it right. Oh well, it's done & she loves it. I had to remind her that it's for tomorrow before she'd agree to take it off.

Got food?

LOVE the hungry caterpiller DD3 starts preschool next year and I know what custom to make!!

 

[anggye]

FInally got pictures of my Alice set!

and here are some random Mostly Non-DIsney items that I have made recently:

I know there are a LOT of pictures! Have not shared in a LONG time so I figured I would just take care of a lot with one post lol

Thanks for letting me share!

Candice

Oh pretty!! I love that Alice set and Fancy Nancy is so cute, I love the hoodie!

 

[Stephres]

Stephres...I think I saw you, were you in MK today (Monday?) If it wasn't your DD, it was someone else with the same exact outfit, complete with the Mickey sticker in the middle of the black Minnie face. My yougest DD was wearing a custom too...a multi-print Minnie fabric twirl skirt and white t with a Minnie on it. I've got pics, but they're on my iphone, and I'm not too proficient yet on moving them to the computer except on Facebook. LOL Anyway, the outfit caught our attention because she looked so cute, and my kids commented on it too.

Cute little blonde in a twirly patchwork skirt? We saw you! I am so scared to approach anyone because what if they just bought it off of ebay and thinks I am a nut? I wish I would have stopped because Megan and I both looked at each other to say how cute your daughter looked.

Yes, the first day Megan got a bunch of mickey stickers and they went smack in the middle of whatever she was wearing, whether it matched or not. She had fun today passing out the ones she didn't wear though.

 

[mickimousemama]

Stepsisters Help Needed!! After seeing Taylor's Stepmother/Stepsisters Vida for 1900 Park Fare, my dd has informed me that she NEEDS one too!! With a little more than 2 weeks left If anyone has a link to coloring pages for the stepsisters/stepmother I would really REALLY appreciate your sharing the link. I searched for a while but found nothing helpful.

Thanks sooooo much!!
-Krysta

Krysta,

Here is a ink to a few images you might be able to use to make appliques.

http://disney-clipart.com/Cinderella/jpg/stepfamily.gif

http://disney-clipart.com/Cinderella/jpg/anastasia.gif

http://disney-clipart.com/Cinderella/jpg/drizella.gif

Also I am quite sure that HeatherSue has some quite adorable step-sister/step mom appliques

 

[cydswipe]

Question for bowmakers!


I am making hairbows for both of my daughters soccer teams (I know - I've lost my mind). The bows I buy for my girls are always nice and stiff....how do they get them that way? Do they starch and iron the ribbon before making it into a bow? Any help would be appreciated! TIA

I make tons and tons of hair thingys for my girls and I also have a nice size home business...

I would try good 'ole Aqua Net hairspray...

I use Stiffen Stuff, as well... can leave residue though...

Give hairspray a try...

HTH!

 

[ireland_nicole]

I finally finished the Very Hungry Caterpillar outfit. I think that the gathering was a bigger pain than the appliques. For some reason the tension completely messed up on the skirt part & it took 3 tries to get it to gather at all & even then it wouldn't do it right. Oh well, it's done & she loves it. I had to remind her that it's for tomorrow before she'd agree to take it off.

Got food?

Yesterday was dd6's birthday (and our anniversary). Thankfully the rain they kept promising us didn't really happen so the 'beach' party got to go on as planned.
Her dress:

The flip flops they decorated:

Holey Guacamole! That outfit is awesome!!

 

[DznyDreamz]

Good evening everyone,

I really love everything that has been posted. You are all so inspiring!!

DD8's specifications for the MNSSHP was a "not too pirate-y, not too pricess-ey" dress. So I came up with this: I think I am going to shorten the skirt, it falls a little too long on her knees

I plan to have her wear either a pink tank top or tshirt depending on the weather under the vest.

She is doing the Pirates League the afternoon of the party so I am not sure if we will dress it up with some chains and bracelets or just see how she ends up. It has some imperfections, but I'm happy with the overall result.

 

[ncmomof2]

You can just starch them, and let them dry. That is what I have heard people tell me they do. For the corkers they starch, wrap on dowels, and then bake in the oven on low heat. I don't actually make bows, but one of my friends just started and was talking to me about it.

I make corkers and you do not have to starch the ribbon before bake. It is not necessary and it would probably stink up your house!

 

[mommyof2princesses]

Need some advice. I am making 2 dresses and both I am using the simply sweet bodice. It calls for underlining, lining and fashion fabric. Do I really need the underling? I think it might be too warm for 3 layers. Does it lay okay with just 2 layers? Any avice?

Thanks!

 

[ireland_nicole]

Good evening everyone,

I really love everything that has been posted. You are all so inspiring!!

DD8's specifications for the MNSSHP was a "not too pirate-y, not too pricess-ey" dress. So I came up with this: I think I am going to shorten the skirt, it falls a little too long on her knees

I plan to have her wear either a pink tank top or tshirt depending on the weather under the vest.

She is doing the Pirates League the afternoon of the party so I am not sure if we will dress it up with some chains and bracelets or just see how she ends up. It has some imperfections, but I'm happy with the overall result.

cute!! I think it tows the line perfectly between pirate and princess

 

[NaeNae]

Totally OT:

I just sent some of you fellow disboutiquers an email concerning Susan G Komen Race for the Cure. I hope I didn't offend anyone by doing so. TIA

Kathy