Disboutiquers Part 19 Kids Disney Boutique / Customs Clothes psst..we sew ;-)

[DisneyKings]

I really want to make a quilt with the characters autographs.

Someone on here did it, and used freezer paper?

What type of fabric pens did you use?

What size should I make the squares?


Thanks!

I haven't put mine together yet, but I did 5.5" squares. I ironed on the freezer paper before cutting the squares & then serged the edges to really hold the paper on well. I used the tape around the edges on some, but had trouble getting painters tape to stick to the fabric well. Some characters still had a litttle of their signature on the tape, but it wasn't too bad. I also used the Marvy pens.

Here is a closeup of the top. The lace is separate from the satin on the top, and it kind of overlays the skirt. It's so pretty, but they wanted a sash, so I had to cover it up for the wedding. I like that they can wear it either way though.

This was before it was quite done, but I think you can see what the dress looks like better in this

and, since I'm posting more pictures, here's the back:

All I can say is WOW!!!! Those are fantastic!

 

[teresajoy]

A friend is trying to sell her Brother machine that she used twice. It is a Se-270D. Does anyone have this machine and do you like it? And what is a fair price for the machine, PED, some thread, etc.? She said she's thinking $550, but that seems high to me though I really know nothing.

Any advice/thoughts would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

I have this machine, and I wouldn't pay that much. It is horrible to thread. It sometimes takes several minutes to do one thread change because the cartridge doesn't always work. The Brother dealer told me that they figured out that it was a bad desing and stopped making them that way. Plus, it only has a 4X4 hoop which, is rather limiting. Once you get it threaded, it stitches out beautifully, but the threading is not worth it. Have you tried Craigslist for a nicer machine?

I just checked Amazon, and they have a refurbished one for $299. Some people have bought the PED Basic from Joann's online when they are doing a 50% off sale and then it comes to about $75. But, honestly, I really wouldn't buy this machine unless it was REALLY cheap.

Hello. I don't post much, pretty much don't like to type.

But I need HELP. To start I am over weight( yes this is relevant). I purchased the Meghanpeasant. I need to enlarge the 3x. Can anyone give me any ideas for enlarging the pattern. PLEASE.

Carla gave us percentages for enlarging kids patterns (in the bookmarks) but I don't know that those would work for an adult size. Maybe we can get Carla to answer.

All I can say is WOW!!!! Those are fantastic!

Thank you!

 

[jessica52877]

Hello. I don't post much, pretty much don't like to type.

But I need HELP. To start I am over weight( yes this is relevant). I purchased the Meghanpeasant. I need to enlarge the 3x. Can anyone give me any ideas for enlarging the pattern. PLEASE.

I am not too smart when it comes to things like this because I like to try my own way and not follow directions! Hopefully someone will come along and have a helpful answer for you!

A friend is trying to sell her Brother machine that she used twice. It is a Se-270D. Does anyone have this machine and do you like it? And what is a fair price for the machine, PED, some thread, etc.? She said she's thinking $550, but that seems high to me though I really know nothing.

Any advice/thoughts would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

I don't think I would pay that for that machine. You can get a brother that does a 5x7 for $799 but often a little cheaper. Like Teresa said I have read about horrible problems with threading and have seen lots for sale for cheaper. Search yahoo groups for SE 270D and you can read alot about the machines and issues people have plus there is almost always someone trying to sell one.

 

[littlepeppers]

OMG
I think I just talked DH into going begining of March.
Pop again baby.
Can't beat the bus service & prices.
We have done Animal Lodge, French Quarter, Coronado & I think that the bus service at Pop is the best.
Yeah the others had the fancy pools, but get a water park pass for a day or two. Kids like water period.

I have to get sewing. The kids can't wear the same outfits as September.

Guess I need a new ticker now. I'm going to actually book before I change it. DH can still change his mind. I'm keeping on this & going to ambush him w/ plenty of info in the morning.

 

[billwendy]

Hi!

Hmmmm - I have the Disney Brother 270D and I really do like it - I got it off craigs list for under 200 though. What version of PED? Is it basic or ???? It is a small hoop, which you can learn to deal with if its all ya got!! It does stitch out really well, and sews pretty nicely too. I wouldnt pay that much though.

Teresa, I just think your girls were beautiful in the dresses you made them. I thought they looked very classy (Im so not into halters at all) and formal!! Are they going to be able to wear them for anything else? They are so special. Did Lydia know about the special embroidery you did on her dress or did you surprise her?

Love all things posted!!

Just picked my BFF and her family up from the airport. they had a GREAT time at Disney, said the weather was good and the crowds werent too bad either. I have the DISNEY BUG sooooooo bad!!!!!!!!! I hope they make the decision about our trip (Daniels MAW trip) really soon. Half the fun for me is planning!!!!! Does anyone know how far GKTW Village is from WDW? We will have to stay on property, but are hoping we can visit them there too.

 

[CastleCreations]

Hi!

Hmmmm - I have the Disney Brother 270D and I really do like it - I got it off craigs list for under 200 though. What version of PED? Is it basic or ???? It is a small hoop, which you can learn to deal with if its all ya got!! It does stitch out really well, and sews pretty nicely too. I wouldnt pay that much though.

Teresa, I just think your girls were beautiful in the dresses you made them. I thought they looked very classy (Im so not into halters at all) and formal!! Are they going to be able to wear them for anything else? They are so special. Did Lydia know about the special embroidery you did on her dress or did you surprise her?

Love all things posted!!

Just picked my BFF and her family up from the airport. they had a GREAT time at Disney, said the weather was good and the crowds werent too bad either. I have the DISNEY BUG sooooooo bad!!!!!!!!! I hope they make the decision about our trip (Daniels MAW trip) really soon. Half the fun for me is planning!!!!! Does anyone know how far GKTW Village is from WDW? We will have to stay on property, but are hoping we can visit them there too.

I have 2 Disney Brothers 270D's.... I also have a Viking and a Singer Futura that I just got. Out of all of them, I ALWAYS sew using the Brother. I HATE sewing using the futura...HATE IT!!! I keep it only for the embroidery, which is not the greatest either. If something happens to my brother, I will be getting another. It's really the only one I use.

 

[teresajoy]

OMG
I think I just talked DH into going begining of March.
Pop again baby.
Can't beat the bus service & prices.
We have done Animal Lodge, French Quarter, Coronado & I think that the bus service at Pop is the best.
Yeah the others had the fancy pools, but get a water park pass for a day or two. Kids like water period.

I have to get sewing. The kids can't wear the same outfits as September.

Guess I need a new ticker now. I'm going to actually book before I change it. DH can still change his mind. I'm keeping on this & going to ambush him w/ plenty of info in the morning.

WOO HOOO!!!!!

Hi!

1)Hmmmm - I have the Disney Brother 270D and I really do like it - I got it off craigs list for under 200 though. What version of PED? Is it basic or ???? It is a small hoop, which you can learn to deal with if its all ya got!! It does stitch out really well, and sews pretty nicely too. I wouldn't pay that much though.

2.)Teresa, I just think your girls were beautiful in the dresses you made them. I thought they looked very classy (Im so not into halters at all) and formal!! Are they going to be able to wear them for anything else? They are so special. Did Lydia know about the special embroidery you did on her dress or did you surprise her?



3.)Just picked my BFF and her family up from the airport. they had a GREAT time at Disney, said the weather was good and the crowds werent too bad either. I have the DISNEY BUG sooooooo bad!!!!!!!!! I hope they make the decision about our trip (Daniels MAW trip) really soon. Half the fun for me is planning!!!!! Does anyone know how far GKTW Village is from WDW? We will have to stay on property, but are hoping we can visit them there too.

1.)I paid $150 for mine (on clearance at Walmart). $200 isn't bad either.

2.)Thank you! They like to get dressy, so they will wear them again. I'm thinking I might save them for the Father Daughter Dance right now, which is usually at the end of February.

I showed Lydia before the wedding. I knew she'd be so pleased, I couldn't keep it to myself! Arminda's had a heart on the front too, but hers was blank, because she hasn't chosen yet!

3.) I'm thinking GKTW is about 15-20 minutes from Disney. We use to drive down there to go to the Walmart and Target (they've since put both in close to our timeshare so we go there now.)

I have 2 Disney Brothers 270D's.... I also have a Viking and a Singer Futura that I just got. Out of all of them, I ALWAYS sew using the Brother. I HATE sewing using the futura...HATE IT!!! I keep it only for the embroidery, which is not the greatest either. If something happens to my brother, I will be getting another. It's really the only one I use.

Do you have any trouble with the cartridge threading on your Brother?

 

[Jennia]

My pattern says you need 1 yd for the dress. I have a Vida dress laying here if you need more measurements. To me the side sections take the most because you have to put them at an angle so it wastes a lot of fabric. Let me know if you want more measurements. I can figure it out for you. Do you know how many different fabrics you want to use?

Thank you SO MUCH for replying! I'm thinking at least three, one for the main front/back sections, one for the top/bottom panels (lol does this even make sense?!) and one for the side panels. I bought the pattern on ebay yesterday, but it's obviously not going to be here in time before my shopping trip tomorrow!

You know what? I don't think I did! Thanks for reminding me. I posted them on Facebook, but not here. Jessica actually really wanted the girls to have halters (I decided I really didn't want Arminda in a halter at her age and it was too cold)but I could have made these with the Simply Sweet!

Hey, is the picture I sent you before clearer of the heart? I want to post one on your site.

Here is a closeup of the top. The lace is separate from the satin on the top, and it kind of overlays the skirt. It's so pretty, but they wanted a sash, so I had to cover it up for the wedding. I like that they can wear it either way though.

This was before it was quite done, but I think you can see what the dress looks like better in this

and, since I'm posting more pictures, here's the back:

Very pretty!

 

[sahm1000]

I know a lot of you have seen these on Facebook already, but I thought I'd share here too

As I mentioned a few weeks ago, our friends asked Arminda and Lydia to be in their wedding and wanted me to make the dresses. So, here are some pictures:

The girls with the bride and briedsmaids:

Arminda on the right demonstrating the fantastic twirl factor:

Arminda after lots of dancing:

Lydia with the groom, Joey, the man of her dreams. He had just snuck up behind her.

the girls danced and danced and danced!!!!! Lydia was SOOOO tired!!!

After I took that picture she got up and danced some more!

As a secret special touch, I added this heart (designed by Heathersue of courese!) to the front of Lydia's dress:

it says, "My heart belongs to Joey"

and there are lots more pictures on Facebook if any wants to see even more!

Really beautiful Teresa! Love the heart, it's just perfect. You did a great job! And you really are quick! I swear I am lucky to get a pattern cut out/traced in the amount of time you whipped those dresses up!

 

[DisneyKings]

I think I'm not hooping my t-shirts tight enough & am getting little gappy areas on my embroideries. Is there a secret? Do I need to use a stabilizer that irons on or sticks on? (I'm doing 2T-5 shirts)

The 2 big mess ups on my machine have been when the bobbin thread was about a third or less left. Is this common? Is this why you guys use prewound bobbins? If so, what kind & where do I get them for my brother 780D? ( I didn't see my model listed on the link that was posted a few pages back.)

While I'm in question mode--anyone have a good source for tall mens blank t-shirts? They are impossible to find! I haven't found any yet.

 

[jessica52877]

I think I'm not hooping my t-shirts tight enough & am getting little gappy areas on my embroideries. Is there a secret? Do I need to use a stabilizer that irons on or sticks on? (I'm doing 2T-5 shirts)

The 2 big mess ups on my machine have been when the bobbin thread was about a third or less left. Is this common? Is this why you guys use prewound bobbins? If so, what kind & where do I get them for my brother 780D? ( I didn't see my model listed on the link that was posted a few pages back.)

While I'm in question mode--anyone have a good source for tall mens blank t-shirts? They are impossible to find! I haven't found any yet.

When I hoop, I hoop the tee and the stablizer, just regular sew in. The heavier the better the design stitches (but not that heavy). But I pull the shirt ever so gently to make sure it is stretched but not stretched. Make sense? Very flat and as perfect as can be without it actually stretching is probably a better description. I have done some that just seem off no matter what I do. A great true test is to do one on felt (no stablizer needed).

I use prewound because it holds WAY more thread and is wound nicer then I can wind. Sorry, no help on which ones to use. I use an L version I believe but that is for the ult2002D. I am sure things have changed since mine was made.

Tall mens t's? I know walmart had them at the beginning of last summer. They were fruit of the loom but nice. Not helpful now I know but maybe they'll be getting them again.

 

[NaeNae]

Thank you SO MUCH for replying! I'm thinking at least three, one for the main front/back sections, one for the top/bottom panels (lol does this even make sense?!) and one for the side panels. I bought the pattern on ebay yesterday, but it's obviously not going to be here in time before my shopping trip tomorrow!

Here are rough measurments for a 22" finished dress:
Front yoke 9"wX4.5"h
Back yoke 9w X 6h
Side piece 4w X 17.5h (cut 4 on sorta of an angle)
Center front & back panel 14w X 13h (cut 2)
Bottom front & back piece 16w X 3.5h (cut 2)

Then you need fabric for the straps, front & back yoke facing and any ruffles you want. With those measurments I don't think you need 3 yards.JMO

 

[Jennia]

Here are rough measurments for a 22" finished dress:
Front yoke 9"wX4.5"h
Back yoke 9w X 6h
Side piece 4w X 17.5h (cut 4 on sorta of an angle)
Center front & back panel 14w X 13h (cut 2)
Bottom front & back piece 16w X 3.5h (cut 2)

Then you need fabric for the straps, front & back yoke facing and any ruffles you want. With those measurments I don't think you need 3 yards.JMO

Oooh thanks for the measurements, I meant I was going to use three different fabrics, not that I'd buy three yards, but I wasn't very clear on that lol! This is very helpful, thanks again!

 

[minnie2]

I've been MIA for awhile but am back in action on the DIS and hope to keep up with this hopping thread!

For those who don't "know" me, I started sewing in the summer thanks to this thread. I wanted to be able to make my DD and her AG doll matching dresses. I started with a pillowcase dress, then made 4 simply sweet girl dresses and two simply sweet doll dresses.

Here is my first dress from a pattern that was not a Simply Sweet - a Stripwork Jumper. I made it for my DD for her Christmas dress and still can't believe I did it. Thanks everyone for the advice, encouragement and inspiration!

Isn't that a cute pattern? The dress came out great!

I really miss seeing you guys on a daily basis.

Until I get my computer up and running, I can only sneak peaks on my phone or "borrow" a computer.

A few things I have made: A Simply Sweet Easter Dress. I made it out of Satin and a sheer overlay, along with the Free Bow on YCMT.

This picture was taken before I actually sewed the bottom on.

There is no bunching on the bodice, it was being modeled by my size 6 and the dress was made in a size 4... so maybe thats why it looks like it.

The beautiful bow.

Sorry I don't have good pictures... I can't load them onto my home computer and then I forget to bring my camera while "borrowing" computers. It seems phone pictures are easier

Here are some Easy Fits and Simply Sweet that I made for the Big Give.

I do have more to post... but took pictures on my real camera. I feel so unorganized

So pretty!

I promised you guys that I would sew up the Children's Corner Callie pattern and let you all know how it went - so, here it is!
Here's the pattern
http://www.childrenscornerinc.com/store/cart.php?target=product&product_id=385&substring=callie

Here is what I stitched up today:
front:

back:

As you can see, it is identical in the front and back and I still have to figure out what buttons I want to use.

This thing stitched out FAST! From cutting the pattern to the last stitch, it wasn't more than 2 hours! AND, that included reading the directions since I had never made it before! I LOVE how it goes together. I also love that it is dress length - I plan to shorten it to make it shirt length for some others that I have in mind.
Thought I'd share!

Shannon I love it!

TAKE A LOOK AT MY TICKER!!!!
For those of you that didn't see on facebook, I'm going to Disneyland. Guess what else?? Henry is going, too!! We're going with his brother, our SIL, 7 year old niece and 11 year old nephew. My niece and nephew live a couple of hours away from Disneyland and they've NEVER been there! Can you imagine?? All it took was his brother asking and Henry agreed to go (that and me agreeing to pay for it all ). Anyway, I'M SO ESITED!!!! Henry and I went to Disneyland once, when we were 17. So, it's changed a bit since we were there!


Wow, the Easter dress is gorgeous!!! I love the fabrics you used!! SO pretty!! I also love the Big Give outfit! Thank you so much for making that!



SO pretty, Shannon! I love the fabric you used!

Yippee I am so happy for you!

 

[NiniMorris]

Well, this is going to be an interesting day or two!

One of the little boys my DS and DIL had custody of last fall is in the hospital with RSV. So the older brother (almost 2) is staying with my DS and DIL while Mommy is at the hospital with youngest son (almost 1). Since they don't have childcare for him, he is staying with me during the day.

I now have 3 kids under the mental age of 3 until Friday! On two of those days we have therapy about a 45 minute drive from home!

I really doubt I will be getting any sewing done the remainder of the week...you think?

I did however get both of my patchwork twirl skirts finished yesterday...and my GD2 will not take it off. I had to hide them from her! She immediately asked me if I was making her a dress when she saw me working on it yesterday. Then proceeded to pull out some other fabric she wants me to make her another one out of. She is only 2! Talk about a dive Princess!

Nini

 

[RMAMom]

Teresa - Your girls are beautiful and the wedding dresses are gorgeous! I love the hidden heart!

I think I'm not hooping my t-shirts tight enough & am getting little gappy areas on my embroideries. Is there a secret? Do I need to use a stabilizer that irons on or sticks on? (I'm doing 2T-5 shirts)

The 2 big mess ups on my machine have been when the bobbin thread was about a third or less left. Is this common? Is this why you guys use prewound bobbins? If so, what kind & where do I get them for my brother 780D? ( I didn't see my model listed on the link that was posted a few pages back.)

While I'm in question mode--anyone have a good source for tall mens blank t-shirts? They are impossible to find! I haven't found any yet.

Jiffy does.

http://www.jiffyshirts.com/tshirts/shortsleeve/gildan/2000GT/?idcust=809138128

 

[CastleCreations]

Do you have any trouble with the cartridge threading on your Brother?

The only thread that it doesn't like to work with, is slippery embroidery thread. Then when I thread the cartridge, instead of letting the tail of thread be cut off, I hold it while I thread. This forces it to thread correctly.
It works for me...I just got done with a 2 hour sewing marathon this morning... I can hear my machine crying in the corner.

 

[tricia]

Just finished my first simply sweet! It turned out so wonderfully! I cannot believe I didn't buy this pattern sooner! I'll post pics in a min! Need to find my usb for my camera!

Looks great. All of Carla's patterns sew up easily.

I know a lot of you have seen these on Facebook already, but I thought I'd share here too

As I mentioned a few weeks ago, our friends asked Arminda and Lydia to be in their wedding and wanted me to make the dresses. So, here are some pictures:

The girls with the bride and briedsmaids:

it says, "My heart belongs to Joey"

and there are lots more pictures on Facebook if any wants to see even more!

The dresses and the girls are just beautiful. Great idea on the heart.

I've been MIA for awhile but am back in action on the DIS and hope to keep up with this hopping thread!

For those who don't "know" me, I started sewing in the summer thanks to this thread. I wanted to be able to make my DD and her AG doll matching dresses. I started with a pillowcase dress, then made 4 simply sweet girl dresses and two simply sweet doll dresses.

Here is my first dress from a pattern that was not a Simply Sweet - a Stripwork Jumper. I made it for my DD for her Christmas dress and still can't believe I did it. Thanks everyone for the advice, encouragement and inspiration!

Great job.

I really miss seeing you guys on a daily basis.

Until I get my computer up and running, I can only sneak peaks on my phone or "borrow" a computer.

A few things I have made: A Simply Sweet Easter Dress. I made it out of Satin and a sheer overlay, along with the Free Bow on YCMT.

This picture was taken before I actually sewed the bottom on.

The beautiful bow.

Sorry I don't have good pictures... I can't load them onto my home computer and then I forget to bring my camera while "borrowing" computers. It seems phone pictures are easier

Here are some Easy Fits and Simply Sweet that I made for the Big Give.

I do have more to post... but took pictures on my real camera. I feel so unorganized

Very pretty easter dress. The Big Give outfit looks great tool.

I promised you guys that I would sew up the Children's Corner Callie pattern and let you all know how it went - so, here it is!
Here's the pattern
http://www.childrenscornerinc.com/store/cart.php?target=product&product_id=385&substring=callie

Here is what I stitched up today:
front:

back:

As you can see, it is identical in the front and back and I still have to figure out what buttons I want to use.

This thing stitched out FAST! From cutting the pattern to the last stitch, it wasn't more than 2 hours! AND, that included reading the directions since I had never made it before! I LOVE how it goes together. I also love that it is dress length - I plan to shorten it to make it shirt length for some others that I have in mind.
Thought I'd share!

Looks great Shannon. Love the large flower fabric.

 

[pitterpat]

I don't think I would pay that for that machine. You can get a brother that does a 5x7 for $799 but often a little cheaper. Like Teresa said I have read about horrible problems with threading and have seen lots for sale for cheaper. Search yahoo groups for SE 270D and you can read alot about the machines and issues people have plus there is almost always someone trying to sell one.

Hi!

Hmmmm - I have the Disney Brother 270D and I really do like it - I got it off craigs list for under 200 though. What version of PED? Is it basic or ???? It is a small hoop, which you can learn to deal with if its all ya got!! It does stitch out really well, and sews pretty nicely too. I wouldnt pay that much though.

I have 2 Disney Brothers 270D's.... I also have a Viking and a Singer Futura that I just got. Out of all of them, I ALWAYS sew using the Brother. I HATE sewing using the futura...HATE IT!!! I keep it only for the embroidery, which is not the greatest either. If something happens to my brother, I will be getting another. It's really the only one I use.

WOO HOOO!!!!!

1.)I paid $150 for mine (on clearance at Walmart). $200 isn't bad either.


Do you have any trouble with the cartridge threading on your Brother?

Thanks for your opinions. Sounds like her price is really high so glad I asked about the price, too. I have a Kenmore machine that I absolutely adore, but it has no embroidery capabilities and that's what I was considering on the Brother.

The PED basic software is worth around $100 - is that what I am to understand?

She is also going to throw in all her thread and other "stuff" with the machine so I may go look and offer her closer to $350 for the whole deal. I don't even know why I am considering this -- I have a house on the market that I can't sell for 14 months now and a new house I am out of money to renovate. Maybe it's just fun to dream?

 

[tricia]

Tried the Patchwork Twirl for the first time the other day. Whoa, that is one long ruffle strip for a size 2. Anyway, looks great and the lady I made it for loves it and can't wait to get it on her granddaughter.