Disboutiquers Part 18 Kids Disney Boutique / Customs Clothes psst..we sew ;-)

[livndisney]

Heather's husband, Henry (he's a police officer) is having a hard time this week. He was on the scene of an accident involving a 16 year old girl on Friday. She didn't make it. I don't think she was on the phone or anything, but I can't imagine dealing with thins like that on a regular basis. It would be so hard. Things happen to quickly and then everything is changed.

I remember the pics of his graduation. It is so hard to deal with this everyday. I think it really changes how you see the world and how you react to things off the job. Needless to say I am MUCH happier with him in his current job, where he gets to create magic

 

[MinnieVanMom]

i just wanted to take a moment to point out my new ticker! Woo hoo!

sweeettt!

 

[Colleen27]

Funeral arrangements are still pending, but Helen's death will enable someone else to continue in their life. Some of her organs were donated.

This has been a particularly trying time on us all, but we are determined to rise above it and carry on.

Thank you so much for everyone's prayers and good wishes. I cannot begin to tell you how much this has helped!

From today forward, I will not be posting any more updates. To anyone who is interested, I will be glad to PM. But I am tired. I want and NEED to see more sewing!

In closing, please remember, we are not given any guarantee on how long we have on this earth. Live each day as if it were your last! And tell everyone that matters to you how much they mean to you!

Your minister, his family, and your entire church community has been in my thoughts, and will continue to be as they try to go forward and try to make peace with such a tragic loss.

Yes, very well said! I have noticed that the people that usually cut me off in traffic and the ones that almost rear end me are the ones that are talking on their cell phones. I would bet that they don't even notice what they have done most of the time. Talking on cell phones and driving is something that really makes me mad. I've heard that people text while driving too, which just flabergasts me! How could ANYONE possibly think they could drive while texting????

I would also urge everyone that if they GET a call from someone who is driving to tell them that you can't talk to them while they are driving. I know that's hard to do, but if eveyone started doing it, then the cell phone drives wouldn't have anyone to talk to!

That is a great idea! I have a friend who drives me nuts with that, to the point that I won't let her drive when we go places. She's always on her phone, either talking or texting, and she doesn't believe for a second that it effects her attentiveness behind the wheel.

DH was hit on his way to work over the summer by a young woman who was texting while driving. She was stopped at a cross street at the intersection of two country roads, and pulled right out into the passenger side of his truck as he was doing 55mph. Thankfully they were both in large, sturdy vehicles and no one was hurt, but it really shook DH up to see the damage her van took from hitting his truck (a commercial grade full-size pickup). If she'd been in a car rather than a full sized conversion van, I doubt she'd have been able to walk away from the accident.

Levi's seat just wasn't enough, not while being tboned at 50 mph. Matt and I have always thought a vehicle that set up higher would have made a difference.

I know, all those tests to find out "Hey, her parents are short MAYBE she's just SHORT!" They actually called her "failure to thrive" just because she was short. That term has become such a catchall in the medical world. It just bugs me! She was thriving, she was just small. She was well proportioned too, it wasn't that she was too skinny for her height, her percentiles on both were the same. It still bugs me to this day!

We went/are going through that with our youngest. She's perfectly healthy but she's always been around the 3rd-5th percentile and following the bottom of the growth curve perfectly. So far our doctor hasn't really pushed for testing because there are no symptoms or issues that would raise red flags. She's a good eater, hitting all her milestones early or on time, and is the happiest little girl you'll ever meet. She just happens to be tiny.

 

[teresajoy]

1.)That is a great idea! I have a friend who drives me nuts with that, to the point that I won't let her drive when we go places. She's always on her phone, either talking or texting, and she doesn't believe for a second that it effects her attentiveness behind the wheel.

2.)DH was hit on his way to work over the summer by a young woman who was texting while driving. She was stopped at a cross street at the intersection of two country roads, and pulled right out into the passenger side of his truck as he was doing 55mph. Thankfully they were both in large, sturdy vehicles and no one was hurt, but it really shook DH up to see the damage her van took from hitting his truck (a commercial grade full-size pickup). If she'd been in a car rather than a full sized conversion van, I doubt she'd have been able to walk away from the accident.



3.)We went/are going through that with our youngest. She's perfectly healthy but she's always been around the 3rd-5th percentile and following the bottom of the growth curve perfectly. So far our doctor hasn't really pushed for testing because there are no symptoms or issues that would raise red flags. She's a good eater, hitting all her milestones early or on time, and is the happiest little girl you'll ever meet. She just happens to be tiny.

1.)My SIL ALWAYS talks on the phone while she is driving. It drives me nuts! They just don't think it makes any difference. I wish I could show her a tape of how she drives while on the phone!

2.) Wow, that had to be so frightening for your husband!

3.)Yes, that sounds like Arminda! She followed her curve, no symptoms, no problems, was happy, and active, just little. I feel bad now that I tried to encouage her to eat more than she knew she needed, because as she got older she has never learned to read her own hunger signals.

I remember the pics of his graduation. It is so hard to deal with this everyday. I think it really changes how you see the world and how you react to things off the job. Needless to say I am MUCH happier with him in his current job, where he gets to create magic

I KNEW you would remember he was a police officer, that was for the other people who didn't know! I am pretty sure this was the first accident like this Henry has been at. I don't know how Shell did it. I agree, his job now is WAAAAAY better!!!!

 

[NiniMorris]

Please...someone post some new pictures! I NEED some inspiration!

I've gotten 8 wall hangings ready to go on the quilting frame, just waiting on someone to take a nap. I need some inspiration for my next project! Christmas is only 24 days away!!!!

Nini

 

[dogodisney]

I used to live in Atlanta - many years ago. I remember that traffic! Perhaps that is why it's easy to become complacent - I live in a much smaller town now with relatively no traffic. I guess it really doesn't matter though. Life can change on a dime regardless of where you live.

It's gotten worse.

I just wanted to give you a big (((((HUG)))))!

I just wanted to take a moment to point out my new ticker! WOO HOO!

Congrats on the upcoming cruise.

 

[jessica52877]

It bums me out that I don't think I can fit a ticker! I wanna ticker! LOL!

I much prefer your siggy the way it is! It makes me smile every time I see it!

I remember the pics of his graduation. It is so hard to deal with this everyday. I think it really changes how you see the world and how you react to things off the job. Needless to say I am MUCH happier with him in his current job, where he gets to create magic

I didn't know he did that line of work! I MUCH prefer his job now but I am sure he helped so many people! Tell him thank you!

I KNEW you would remember he was a police officer, that was for the other people who didn't know! I am pretty sure this was the first accident like this Henry has been at. I don't know how Shell did it. I agree, his job now is WAAAAAY better!!!!

Oh no! Poor Henry and the family of the girl. That is just so sad!

We went to the fire station last night for Cub Scouts. It is the 1st time I have ever been inside one and it was really nice to get meet a fireman. Within 5 minutes of being there he had to leave (along with the 2 others) because they got a call of a man having chest pains. He returned about 20-30 minutes later but the other 2 took the man to the hospital. He got a text saying they almost lost him on the way there. It was just so horrible to be there for that. I can't imagine worse.

They have really cut back on payroll for the county positions and the fireman was the only one at the fire house, so if there had been a fire he would have been the only one to get to go and fight it. So sad! And a little scary!

 

[NiniMorris]

My hubby has been a police officer for almost 15 years now...we have an understanding. He doesn't tell me the bad stuff and we both stay happy. Sometimes I will get an odd call asking about one of the kids or something, and I just KNOW there was something bad happen.

He was on the accident reconstruction team...but couldn't take it anymore. We are counting down the time until he can retire...


Nini

 

[Tinka_Belle]

NiNi-I am sorry for your loss and I am praying for the family. I have been crying for their loss and for Levi also. I promise that I will never talk on my phone while driving. I'm a bad enough driver as it is. And as requested here are some pics to give inspiration!

These were for a WISH trip for StephLyn-Bella.

I don't mind copying for personal use, but please don't copy to sell any of these designs.

And this is a Christmas dress that I made for my etsy shop. This is the back. The front looks the same except with out the bow. The back is just so pretty.

 

[Tinka_Belle]

Sorry for the big pics. I can resize if anyone wants me too or I can leave so they are easier to see. Just let me know.

LovesDumbo-Ok now that I have your attention. I am working on making one of the patchwork jackets for Jenna and I have all my fabric pieces cut out and the shirt is cut apart (collar still attached). Do I use Heat N' Bond Lite to hold the fabric to the shirt or do I just stitch them onto the shirt and then do the quilting stitching? I know you have probably said this before, but I don't know how far back to look for it. Thanks for the help.

 

[twob4him]

I have another update on the family I am praying for. Mom had an MRI yesterday. They now have a better understanding of her injuries. She has both punctured and collapsed lungs, broken collar bone, broken shoulder, crushed pelvis and several crushed vertebrae. She has a breathing tube inserted in her neck. They are trying to stabilizer her enough for surgery tomorrow to insert several metal rods to help support her body enough to be able to sit up. She has a less than 10% chance of ever walking again. As some of the swelling around the spinal column is going down, she has started having movements in one of her arms. There is no feeling below her chest.

Last night, the family made the difficult decision to tell her about her daughter.As this decision was made after my kids left, I don't know how she took it.

Funeral arrangements are still pending, but Helen's death will enable someone else to continue in their life. Some of her organs were donated.

This has been a particularly trying time on us all, but we are determined to rise above it and carry on.

Thank you so much for everyone's prayers and good wishes. I cannot begin to tell you how much this has helped!

From today forward, I will not be posting any more updates. To anyone who is interested, I will be glad to PM. But I am tired. I want and NEED to see more sewing!

In closing, please remember, we are not given any guarantee on how long we have on this earth. Live each day as if it were your last! And tell everyone that matters to you how much they mean to you!


Nini

Prayers for you and the family.

I will be praying. I can't imagine what you and the family are going through.
I would like everyone to do me a favor. You never know when someone isn't paying attention enough to be driving. Stressed out or distracted drivers are just as bad as drunk drivers in my opinion. Please think about Nini's friend and AKAsunshine when you are starting your car. Pray for them and also pray that God will keep you safe on the road. I am a strong believer in the power of prayer. Sometimes things happen and we don't understand. It is so hard but God is always in control even in bad times. He does have a purpose through our pain. My heart breaks for these families.

Completely agree!

 

[MinnieVanMom]

NiNi-I am sorry for your loss and I am praying for the family. I have been crying for their loss and for Levi also. I promise that I will never talk on my phone while driving. I'm a bad enough driver as it is. And as requested here are some pics to give inspiration!

These were for a WISH trip for StephLyn-Bella.

I don't mind copying for personal use, but please don't copy to sell any of these designs.

And this is a Christmas dress that I made for my etsy shop. This is the back. The front looks the same except with out the bow. The back is just so pretty.

Oh that is just beautiful Crystal, you have mad skilz and are so talented. The little girl is going to be so happy.

 

[Dreamer & Wisher]

NiNi-I am sorry for your loss and I am praying for the family. I have been crying for their loss and for Levi also. I promise that I will never talk on my phone while driving. I'm a bad enough driver as it is. And as requested here are some pics to give inspiration!

These were for a WISH trip for StephLyn-Bella.

I don't mind copying for personal use, but please don't copy to sell any of these designs.

And this is a Christmas dress that I made for my etsy shop. This is the back. The front looks the same except with out the bow. The back is just so pretty.

I love all that stuff! Adorable! I love how you used the ribbon to make Tinkerbells wings.

I think LovesDumbo is gone on a trip to WDW.

 

[SallyfromDE]

From today forward, I will not be posting any more updates. To anyone who is interested, I will be glad to PM. But I am tired. I want and NEED to see more sewing!
Nini

I do want to thank you for this update!! My heart just breaks for this poor family!!

Thank you Shannon! I know we can be distracted in other ways too! I am so glad I only have one child sometimes. I have been in cars with other's two kids and he fighting alone can be distracting!

They think our VP Biden lost his family this way. The kids were thought to be argueing in the back, his first wife turned around to yell at them and let up on th brake, right into the path of a Semi. He lost his wife and daughter, and it was a long time before he was even sure if the 2 boys would make it.

I really have to agree with Teresa on this point! It irks me to no end when I see someone driving and talking. heart! !

If anyone calls me while I'm in the car, I'll call them back when I get where I'm going. It urks me that our government has to spend time and money to create a law banning the use of handhelds while in a car, when it's simply a matter of common sense.

These were for a WISH trip for StephLyn-Bella.

I don't mind copying for personal use, but please don't copy to sell any of these designs.

I love the tshirts and hair bows! Are the bows felt? I keep thinking I'd do a tink tshirt, and the back would have wings appliqued in a shiny fabric. Kirsta is always trying to put some sort of wings on when she has a tink shirt.

 

[Tinka_Belle]

Thanks for all of the compliments!! You guys are too kind. Stephanie was so kind to let me have a sneak peak of the girls in their outfits!! They are too cute and you guys will have to go to the PTR later and check out the pics. They aren't up just yet though.

I guess I will have to go thread searching to see if I can find the instructions for the patchwork jacket. I was hoping to avoid that. Oh well, that just means that I get to go back and see all of the cute things posted since then again.

 

[Tinka_Belle]

Saalllyyyy- I went through the thread trying to find the instructions that were posted and I couldn't find them, but I did find that you have made the same jacket. (I thought I remembered seeing Kirsta in one just like it) Anyways, Can you tell me how you did your jacket? Did you use Heat N' Bond?

 

[ireland_nicole]

All this talk about IOA is making me miss it so much, we were there this time last year. Such beautiful christmas decorations, Seuss Landing is so pretty at christmas, I love all the colorful decorations. I love US anyway, everytime we have been there have been no crowds, last year, a few times we were the only ones in certain areas, like walking in Marvel Super Hero Island towards Toon Lagoon, nobody, and I mean nobody walking with us, Awesome !!! The longest wait we had for anything was about 10 minutes for the Simpsons ride. Here are a few pics from our trip last year.

Christmas decorations around one of the stores. So pretty !!

Yes, that is me, I hardly ever let anyone take my pic but LOVE the grinch.

My neice who went with us and the Grinch.
We had such a great time at Universal, they do have great counter service options there. We always stay on Disney property, but we take a cab to Universal, it is about 30.00 each way, but so worth it. Next year I think we are going to stay two days in a Univeral hotel and then move over to Disney. I am anxious to try Hard Rock Hotel or Portofino Bay.

love the pics! You're making me really excited to go now!

I went to a local fabric store today that's moving--everything is 75% off. This place just doesn't have sales or coupons. Mostly home decor fabrics, but I did find four really cute 100% cotton prints in a higher than usual threadcount than quilting muslin--I think they are for making bed sheets, but I'm sure that kind of smooth cotton would make comfy dresses. Got them for $2.50/yd.

The fabric I fell in love with a few weeks ago, and went back today for the sale---$60/yd 100% silk! Dark red with gold embroidered flowers. It's just gorgeous, and I felt like Christmas getting it for $15/yd.

I'm making curtains for my extra tall dining room window. This window has been bare for nearly 5 years b/c I can't find a curtain the right size. With fabric that valuable though, I'm not rushing into it--I don't dare mess anything up!!!

And just because....today was my little ballerina's first "recital":

Love, love, love the fabric; screamin' deal! Your DD looks so cute!

I can't thank yall enough for praying. I got good news this afternoon. Grace has an inhibitor. I probbably spelled that wrong. Anyway, that was the best possible outcome we were hoping for. The doctor cleared her for surgery and I have been running around like a crazy woman back to the hospital to get things set up for Wed. I was mad because the doctor ordered another PTT test today. It WILL come back too high because of the inhibitor. I think it will always be high. That means she takes long to clot but she isn't at risk for bleeding. I didn't let them draw the blood today. I am calling the doctor in the morning about that to see if it is necessary. If I have to I will take her back to draw blood tomorrow. The poor baby is only two and when we walked into the hospital she said , " I don't want blood work." She is very strong and it takes me and someone else to hold her down for someone to draw blood. Last winter she had such a bad bacterial infection in her throat that it dropped into her lungs and she was in the hospital for five days the week before Christmas. It was awful. She was so weak she could barely hold up her little head. She has had strep and tonsilitis at least 18 times in the two and a half years of life. The doctor said the tonsils have to come out ASAP. They are also huge she can barely breathe when she is sleeping. I am praying and believing that when we get this surgery behind us she will NOT be sick anymore. I don't want to go to the doctor at all next year except for well baby check ups. Thanks again for the support and prayers. I will let yall know how the surgery went. Please pray for Grace Wedensday that is when she is having surgery. I will post an update Thursday because she has to sleep in the hospital for 23 hours after surgery because of her age.

glad it's the best possible news; and grateful you found out before surgery!

I just wanted to take a moment to point out my new ticker! WOO HOO!

How exciting!

It bums me out that I don't think I can fit a ticker! I wanna ticker! LOL!

when are you going?

NiNi-I am sorry for your loss and I am praying for the family. I have been crying for their loss and for Levi also. I promise that I will never talk on my phone while driving. I'm a bad enough driver as it is. And as requested here are some pics to give inspiration!

These were for a WISH trip for StephLyn-Bella.

I don't mind copying for personal use, but please don't copy to sell any of these designs.

And this is a Christmas dress that I made for my etsy shop. This is the back. The front looks the same except with out the bow. The back is just so pretty.

Cute; I love the idea of making tink wings out of ribbon; very creative!

 

[desparatelydisney]

What a NEAT idea!! I love creative people

 

[NaeNae]

Well I almost have DGS1's clothes done for our trip. 3 shirts appliqued yesterday, 3 today. All I lack now is hemming the sleeves and bottom of his raglan-t and a bowling shirt.

I lack 6 dresses and 4 pair of pants for the DGD's. 2 of the dresses are feliz and I've never made that one. I keep putting it off.

I have 7 pair or flannel easy fit pants to make for Christmas presents.

I'll never get it all done, we leave in 15 days.

 

[squirrel]

I bought some Disney Fabric at JoAnn's on Sunday. The lady doing the cutting was not very good. She tried to over charge me twice-once on each fabric I bought. I hope I have enough of the Halloween print-I was suppose to get 2.6 yards and she cut 2.3 yards (and tried charging me for 2.6). I also bought a yard of the Christmas print (not sure how much she had on that but it was way off as it was almost the same price as the Halloween print when they were the same price per yard).

Then on Monday, I was at our Walmart and spied some Stitch fabric in the clearance rack. I bought 2 metres for my niece. I will have to post what it looks like. It's a large print- not sure it will look very good as a dress. I know my niece will want clothes made out of it. I might have to learn how to applique!