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

[Mommy2JulietJocelyn]

Here is what I have been working on - The "He Loves Me, He Loves Me Knot" handbag from YCMT. I used photo fabric instead of fat quarters for the main panels and I LOVE it! This is the prototype for my Christmas gifts for my mil, gmil, and aunt-in-law - the hardest part was doing the topstitch through four layers of stuff, so forgive that part - I am hoping to do better on the next one! I have wanted a photo bag of the kids for so long, but they are just so expensive - this is a great alternative!

I bought the printable fabric too! For the same reason! Though I have to say I do own a photo purse from Snaptotes.com and we bought ones for my mom & MIL last yr for Christmas. Mom carries hers EVERYWHERE! MIL not so much. even though she had a tear in her eye when she opened it.

We did get DSIL a clutch from the same company but I only paid $10! since I entered the summer contest with the story about my Mom's bag.


How easy was it to print it out? did it sew well or was it difficult to work with?

 

[tricia]

That is awesome. I love the side with the knot and the 4 pics. Too cute.

Here is the finished Jacket for Evie - I put ricrak and a button Mickey on the front to finish it. Evie really likes her jacket. She was giving Pluto kisses today.

and the back again I didn't do anymore to the back though.

That came out really cute. Great job.


Also, I really liked the Pooh on the Batik, the Cinderella dress, and......oh man, there were at least 2 other things. Anyway, I loved everything that I have seen in the past couple of days.

(oh yeah, the boys overalls too. I would have so loved my guys in them when they were little.)

 

[SallyfromDE]

I am interested in purchasing an embroidery machine. I already have a great sewing machine, so embroidery only is fine. The Brother PE-150D embroidery machine is listed on my local Craigslist for $275. Does anyone here have that machine or can perhaps recommend another machine? I know there is also a basic Brother embroidery for about $325 at Waldemort (read the first page directions....hope I spelled it right!). Thanks for any advice!

Can you find out if it comes with a PES basic? You will need that to download designs. If it doesn't, that would be an added cost. I have the PE180D (the disney version of the 150), it's a much sturdier and better made machine then the Walmart machine. I'd go for the 150 over that one. I do think the $275 is a bit high if you need to purchase the Basic.

Ok, I admit I am a sissy when it comes to flying. Really... I ...am.
But I am thinking about biting the bullet in January for a short trip.

Is $438 roundtrip nonstop in late Jan 2009 from ATL to MCO for 2 people expensive? I could drive for $300 but the son wants to fly.... did I mention I am skeered??
I know I could post this on the transp board but I didn't want to get el flamo'ed over there... whatcha think?

I think it's high. I bought tickets for Kirsta and I from Southwest, hoping to take her for a few days for her Bday. (time will tell if I can keep it). I paid $278 for 2, including all the tax and fees from Baltimore.

 

[PrincessMickey]

Has anyone used satin with flannel backing? I found a princess/castle print and thought it would make comfy easy fit pants. I've never used anything like it so I didn't buy it because I didn't know how easy it would be to work with.

 

[ireland_nicole]

These overalls are soooo adorable! Your applique work is just great!

Here is what I have been working on - The "He Loves Me, He Loves Me Knot" handbag from YCMT. I used photo fabric instead of fat quarters for the main panels and I LOVE it! This is the prototype for my Christmas gifts for my mil, gmil, and aunt-in-law - the hardest part was doing the topstitch through four layers of stuff, so forgive that part - I am hoping to do better on the next one! I have wanted a photo bag of the kids for so long, but they are just so expensive - this is a great alternative!

I love it! You did a great job and it's so creative! Aesome!

Here is the finished Jacket for Evie - I put ricrak and a button Mickey on the front to finish it. Evie really likes her jacket. She was giving Pluto kisses today.

and the back again I didn't do anymore to the back though.

I loved it before but now it's perfect! What you added is just great!

 

[amccu18007]

Hi all! I am interested in finding some patterns for my mom's embroidery machine. Mickey, minnie etc. Can anyone halp point me in the correct direction? Thanks so much

 

[princesskayla]

Try having her wear a base layer you can change out over top of. Think about a camisole and either bicycle shorts or leggings. Then you can change wherever and whenever you want. My daughter does this WHILE we are waiting in line to see the characters and it works really well.

Love it! I bet you get some strange looks!!

These overalls are soooo adorable! Your applique work is just great!

Here is what I have been working on - The "He Loves Me, He Loves Me Knot" handbag from YCMT. I used photo fabric instead of fat quarters for the main panels and I LOVE it! This is the prototype for my Christmas gifts for my mil, gmil, and aunt-in-law - the hardest part was doing the topstitch through four layers of stuff, so forgive that part - I am hoping to do better on the next one! I have wanted a photo bag of the kids for so long, but they are just so expensive - this is a great alternative!

Very nice. i like that idea!!

Here is the finished Jacket for Evie - I put ricrak and a button Mickey on the front to finish it. Evie really likes her jacket. She was giving Pluto kisses today.

and the back again I didn't do anymore to the back though.

That made it perfect!!!

Hi all! I am interested in finding some patterns for my mom's embroidery machine. Mickey, minnie etc. Can anyone halp point me in the correct direction? Thanks so much

Well, etsy has some great designs. Especially a certain someone on this board. Heathersue is a good seller to look up if you are feeling froggy!!

 

[mom2rtk]

Love it! I bet you get some strange looks!!

We do, but we come home with a great collection of memorable photos, so it's WAY worth an occasional odd look.....

 

[Tweevil]

These overalls are soooo adorable! Your applique work is just great!

Here is what I have been working on - The "He Loves Me, He Loves Me Knot" handbag from YCMT. I used photo fabric instead of fat quarters for the main panels and I LOVE it! This is the prototype for my Christmas gifts for my mil, gmil, and aunt-in-law - the hardest part was doing the topstitch through four layers of stuff, so forgive that part - I am hoping to do better on the next one! I have wanted a photo bag of the kids for so long, but they are just so expensive - this is a great alternative!

This is great! What is photo fabric? Do you have to order it online or is it a DIY thing? Great Purse!

Here is the finished Jacket for Evie - I put ricrak and a button Mickey on the front to finish it. Evie really likes her jacket. She was giving Pluto kisses today.

Wow, this turned out so cute! I love the addition of the buttons!

 

[Tweevil]

[/QUOTE]
Well, etsy has some great designs. Especially a certain someone on this board. Heathersue is a good seller to look up if you are feeling froggy!![/QUOTE]

I agree! She is awesome and things stitch so nicely. AND... I just saw the Sleeping Beauty set that is new. To DIE for!!
HTH

 

[eeyore3847]

can anyone recommend a place to buy the sis boom fabrics... looking for here in az and can not find

Lori

 

[NiniMorris]

Well, I finally had a couple of hours to look this poor baby over. It was threaded right..it seems I needed to oil it!!! It was rubbing strange and straining. This was causing the thread to break, but was still being pulled from the spool, so it looked like the thread had just mysteriously came out of the lower looper.... Now that I know what was wrong, it makes so much sense!


Now I just need to get an organizing buddy! I spent longer looking for my machine oil than I did fixing and investigating the problem. I need an organized studio!


Nini

 

[2cutekidz]

Why, I used one from this board! Well, a link, at least. My*Sweet*Sunshine's blog tutorial! Remember the American Girl set? My skirt didn't turn out as good as hers, though, my ruffler was giving me fits, so I didn't make the middle and top panels as full as I'd intended. That bottom ruffle took 16 feet of grosgrain ribbon to trim!!!

It turned out adorabe!!! The ribbon is such a pain to put on but it always turns out so cute.

Here is the finished Jacket for Evie - I put ricrak and a button Mickey on the front to finish it. Evie really likes her jacket. She was giving Pluto kisses today.

and the back again I didn't do anymore to the back though.

I LOVE it!!

Has anyone used satin with flannel backing? I found a princess/castle print and thought it would make comfy easy fit pants. I've never used anything like it so I didn't buy it because I didn't know how easy it would be to work with.

I have, it's not bad to work with. I made easy fits with it too. Maybe a little slippery, but once it's pinned its no problem.

 

[twob4him]

can anyone recommend a place to buy the sis boom fabrics... looking for here in az and can not find

Lori

Lori if you go to Jennifer's blog, she lists stores on the right side which carry her fabrics. I just go to one of them and order!!! Let me know if you need more help!!! I think she may have a sale going to....check the blog!

http://jenniferpaganelli.typepad.com/sis_boom_day_dreams/

 

[froggy33]

Whew! It's been pretty slow on here all day, so I thought I would help it along. I have a number of outfits finished, I just needed to take the time to put them in photobucket!
We're headed to DW Dec 5-12, 9 adults and 1 little girl. Of course, as you all know she must coordinate with our daily plans!! She's only 16 months so she's really easy to sew for and my fabric goes a long way (except with the feliz!!) Here's what I have done so far. All appliques are "by hand".
Feliz for the GF beach photo shoot. I got this idea from the dress like this from the Sew Beautiful Magazine someone posted a while back:

This is an outfit for Magic Kingdom: (patchwork skirt and CarlaC's raglan)

A simply sweet for Epcot and Biergarten. I was going for a "German" look. The applique says "It's a small world" I CASED ideas from another dress I saw on here quite a while ago.

Dress for MVMCP. I modified CarlaC's a-line top and totally guessed on how to make a skirt similar to the one LisZoe has shown on here.

A simply sweet with patchwork skirt. I used Jham's idea for the patches, making each rows 1.5X the size of the previous. Makes it really easy to gather by hand!!

And, finally, not Disney, but CarlaC!! I made her portrait peasant dress and added a sash for a wedding we went to. I also made the petti for underneath it (I'll use it at Disney too). It needs to be shortened a bit, so that goes on the list.

Thanks for looking!! I'll post more as i get them done! I have 18 days left (4 of which I'll be out of the country!!!)!!!

Jessica

ETA: I did resize all of them. Hopefully they fix!

 

[billwendy]

Jessica = those dresses are adorable!

Okay - do you guys think this stitched out right? Did I do something wrong? It was done on a 4x4, which I asked the person if it was possible for me.....Do you think Pilgrim Minnie looks mad? and how the face peach color doesnt touch the black sides? What should I do?

Also, is there anything special for taking embroidery stuff out? I stitched something on a sweatshirt UPSIDE DOWN!!!

 

[disneymomof1]

can anyone recommend a place to buy the sis boom fabrics... looking for here in az and can not find

Lori

I always get mine from fabritopia.com, she is from AZ but only online. Hope this helps, great prices, quick shipping !!!

 

[tvgirlmin]

Whew! It's been pretty slow on here all day, so I thought I would help it along. I have a number of outfits finished, I just needed to take the time to put them in photobucket!
We're headed to DW Dec 5-12, 9 adults and 1 little girl. Of course, as you all know she must coordinate with our daily plans!! She's only 16 months so she's really easy to sew for and my fabric goes a long way (except with the feliz!!) Here's what I have done so far. All appliques are "by hand".
Feliz for the GF beach photo shoot. I got this idea from the dress like this from the Sew Beautiful Magazine someone posted a while back:

This is an outfit for Magic Kingdom: (patchwork skirt and CarlaC's raglan)

A simply sweet for Epcot and Biergarten. I was going for a "German" look. The applique says "It's a small world" I CASED ideas from another dress I saw on here quite a while ago.

Dress for MVMCP. I modified CarlaC's a-line top and totally guessed on how to make a skirt similar to the one LisZoe has shown on here.

A simply sweet with patchwork skirt. I used Jham's idea for the patches, making each rows 1.5X the size of the previous. Makes it really easy to gather by hand!!

And, finally, not Disney, but CarlaC!! I made her portrait peasant dress and added a sash for a wedding we went to. I also made the petti for underneath it (I'll use it at Disney too). It needs to be shortened a bit, so that goes on the list.

Thanks for looking!! I'll post more as i get them done! I have 18 days left (4 of which I'll be out of the country!!!)!!!

Jessica

ETA: I did resize all of them. Hopefully they fix!

Jessica - love all your stuff! It is just great!!!

Thanks to everyone for the kudo's on my handbag! I love it and got so many great compliments today at my kids' preschool on it. Feel free to copy away - it is the "He loves me, he love's me knot" bag from YCMT. The photo fabric is from - you buy it in the craft department, near where all the little iron on stones and aprons and such are. It is ink-jet printer fabric, you just print it out on any ink jet printer. I think there are like 7 sheets in a pack. I did the colorfast process before sewing, just to make sure the bag would hold up.

 

[GrammaBelle]

Well, I've finally finished a Christmas dress (or skirt) for each of the 4 granddaughters that can walk

A Vida for the 4YO:

back:

My first precious dress:

and a patchwork twirl for the dgd who is about a size 6 around, but a size 10 in length--I didn't want to chance a dress when she's in Kansas and I'm in Washington! (no elastic in the waist yet, going to Joann's in just a bit)

and full circle view:

I've now tried 3 of the patterns I wanted to practice before 12/10's trip to WDW--can't wait to see these on the actual granddaughters!

 

[sahm1000]

Whew! It's been pretty slow on here all day, so I thought I would help it along. I have a number of outfits finished, I just needed to take the time to put them in photobucket!
We're headed to DW Dec 5-12, 9 adults and 1 little girl. Of course, as you all know she must coordinate with our daily plans!! She's only 16 months so she's really easy to sew for and my fabric goes a long way (except with the feliz!!) Here's what I have done so far. All appliques are "by hand".
Feliz for the GF beach photo shoot. I got this idea from the dress like this from the Sew Beautiful Magazine someone posted a while back:

This is an outfit for Magic Kingdom: (patchwork skirt and CarlaC's raglan)

A simply sweet for Epcot and Biergarten. I was going for a "German" look. The applique says "It's a small world" I CASED ideas from another dress I saw on here quite a while ago.

Dress for MVMCP. I modified CarlaC's a-line top and totally guessed on how to make a skirt similar to the one LisZoe has shown on here.

A simply sweet with patchwork skirt. I used Jham's idea for the patches, making each rows 1.5X the size of the previous. Makes it really easy to gather by hand!!

And, finally, not Disney, but CarlaC!! I made her portrait peasant dress and added a sash for a wedding we went to. I also made the petti for underneath it (I'll use it at Disney too). It needs to be shortened a bit, so that goes on the list.

Thanks for looking!! I'll post more as i get them done! I have 18 days left (4 of which I'll be out of the country!!!)!!!

Jessica

ETA: I did resize all of them. Hopefully they fix!

Fantastic job Jessica! Love them all, you did a fantastic job!

Jessica = those dresses are adorable!

Okay - do you guys think this stitched out right? Did I do something wrong? It was done on a 4x4, which I asked the person if it was possible for me.....Do you think Pilgrim Minnie looks mad? and how the face peach color doesnt touch the black sides? What should I do?

Also, is there anything special for taking embroidery stuff out? I stitched something on a sweatshirt UPSIDE DOWN!!!

Wendy! You crack me up! Does Pilgrim Minnie look mad!!! I am sitting here reading this cracking up! And yes, she does kind of look mad...but I have no idea what to do about it!