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

[dancer_mom]

Teresa- it wouldnt take my login- I had to re-register!!


I also wanted to share with you, for those not on facebook. Hannah started out a bit cross eyed, but as the months have gone by her eyes have become more and more crossed rather than getting stronger. Her pediatrition requested we see an ophthalmologist. I took her to one last Saturday, an ophthalmologist who does not do surgery. However, after the exam she wrote a script for eye drops that she takes 3 days a week to dilate the stronger eye to help aid the weaker one. She also said we really needed to see a different Dr in the practice because she felt that eye therapy and surgery were going to be needed, and she didnt believe this was a condition that was corrected with glasses.
I have been doing some research and so far what I keep reading is that babies born with this do need the surgery. They also say that these vision problems can contribute to developmental delays and I dont know if I'm being premature, but she is 8 months old now and not confidently sitting up yet, and when put on her tummy immediately rolls to her back. But I know development time tables are broad anyway....
I have read that these eye surgeries can sometimes require being repeated. Ugh. I hate the idea of my little baby going thru surgery. Thanks for letting me share.

Hi there - I am a devoted lurker but I thought I needed to jump in on this one. My twins were born at 25 weeks and so they have had many issues to resolve. Their eyes have been a big issue. Both of them developed cross eyes and both have had the surgery. I can't even begin to tell you how much I worried about it - but like you I did my research and knew that surgery could be really helpful, especially when they are younger.

I did LOTS of research on our local pediatric opthamologists. I looked at what medical schools they went to and where they did their pedicatric fellowships. I really wished I could have taken the kids to the UCLA Eye institute but instead found a local doctor (that took our insurance) who did a fellowship with the exact doctor we wanted at UCLA!! This was an answer to our prayers and so we went with her.

Here are the results - I hope it gives you some comfort because we couldn't be happier with the job she did!!!

Before:

After

It REALLY helped with his development - he was barely pulling himself forward on his tummy before surgery and now he is crawling well and pulling to stand. Good Luck!

 

[michellebelle]

Hello! I am new here. My name is Michelle and I have been reading, reading, and reading to try to get caught up on this thread. After reading so much, I decided to get the CarlaC Simply Sweet Dress pattern. I have it printed but I haven't started sewing it yet. I have a question. Is it necessary to have the underlining? I have sewn many patterns before and this is the first that I have heard of an underlining.
We are making our first trip to Disney World in June and I can't wait! After seeing all of these gorgeous customs, I have tons of motivation to get sewing! I have two daughters, age 5 and 21 months. I also have a stepson, age 8. We will all be going and we are so excited. However, we are keeping it a secret from the kids, so I have to be very quiet about it all. My older daughter saw me on here and asked me how I got all the "Disney Things" on the computer. I have so much motivation to get sewing now that I can't wait to crank out some custom outfits for them. Thanks for any advice!

~Michelle

 

[MinnieVanMom]

This is the design for the give for Daniel. So far I just made the cheerleader and used the Mickey one from Natalie's design.

 

[teresajoy]

Hi there - I am a devoted lurker but I thought I needed to jump in on this one. My twins were born at 25 weeks and so they have had many issues to resolve. Their eyes have been a big issue. Both of them developed cross eyes and both have had the surgery. I can't even begin to tell you how much I worried about it - but like you I did my research and knew that surgery could be really helpful, especially when they are younger.

I did LOTS of research on our local pediatric opthamologists. I looked at what medical schools they went to and where they did their pedicatric fellowships. I really wished I could have taken the kids to the UCLA Eye institute but instead found a local doctor (that took our insurance) who did a fellowship with the exact doctor we wanted at UCLA!! This was an answer to our prayers and so we went with her.

Here are the results - I hope it gives you some comfort because we couldn't be happier with the job she did!!!

It REALLY helped with his development - he was barely pulling himself forward on his tummy before surgery and now he is crawling well and pulling to stand. Good Luck!

What a little cutie pie! I'm so happy you decided to post!

Hello! I am new here. My name is Michelle and I have been reading, reading, and reading to try to get caught up on this thread. After reading so much, I decided to get the CarlaC Simply Sweet Dress pattern. I have it printed but I haven't started sewing it yet. I have a question. Is it necessary to have the underlining? I have sewn many patterns before and this is the first that I have heard of an underlining.
We are making our first trip to Disney World in June and I can't wait! After seeing all of these gorgeous customs, I have tons of motivation to get sewing! I have two daughters, age 5 and 21 months. I also have a stepson, age 8. We will all be going and we are so excited. However, we are keeping it a secret from the kids, so I have to be very quiet about it all. My older daughter saw me on here and asked me how I got all the "Disney Things" on the computer. I have so much motivation to get sewing now that I can't wait to crank out some custom outfits for them. Thanks for any advice!

~Michelle

Of all the ones I've made (and, I've made A LOT!) I have never done the underlining.

Have fun, that is a GREAT pattern!!! I can't wait to see what you make!

This is the design for the give for Daniel. So far I just made the cheerleader and used the Mickey one from Natalie's design.

They look great April!!! I love it!

 

[RMAMom]

OK I'm taking a break from sewing and thought it was time to post the pictures of the things I made in the last week or so. As you know I am very new to this so there are a lot of first for me. I have had so much fun!!!

As crooked and simple as it is here is my first appliqué. I made jammie pants for my daughters 25th birthday last weekend and decided I would try my hand at appliqué.

Anyone who has signed up for the YCMT newsletter should recognize the purses that I made for her. This was also a first for me and surprisingly easy.

And finally the outfit I cased from Anita. A simply sweet with easy fit pants that I am sending to my Granddaughter for Valentines day.Thank you Anita!

OK now to stop procrastinating and to go finish the bowling shirt that I started this morning. ~ Mary

 

[Eyore4Ever149]

Charmain,
I love that fabric too, I'm sorry to report, I didn't purchase it recently though. Its made by Timeless Treasures. I bought it with a quilt backing in mind, I wont tell you how much I have left since its one of my favorites too!!!! Welcome back!!!

Michelle, Welcome! The underlining is to give the bodice piece more "body" or for more stability- I have always done it, with muslin usually, but you do not have to do it. If I were making it with a trip to a warm place in mind, I would consider skipping it.

Dancer Mom- Thanks for posting! I happen to need to take Megan in for severe dry skin on her hands and discussed my questions with the pediatrition, when she heard surgery was looking like a potential she referred us to a Doctor with Children's Hospital in Hartford. So we have an appointment with the first surgeon opthamologist Tue and with the Hartford Dr on Thursday.


Thanks to everyone for the great comments!

I have a question for embroidery folks- This gum ball machine design was a bit tricky- it didn't stop as each thread color changed- I would have to watch it like a hawk and quickly hit the stop button.....Why do you think it did this? I thought all applique designs stopped at each thread change and further more, gave you a chance to insert your fabric?

 

[MrsBanks]

I have no sewing to share...been working on my photography, graphic design and ad business. But I just had to pop in here to say

I MISS YOU ALL TERRIBLY!

Hi Emcreative - I've been in lurker mode too but thought of you during my DS's birthday party - we did Harry Potter with everyone in costume, owls everywhere - it was so much fun

 

[teresajoy]

I have a question for embroidery folks- This gum ball machine design was a bit tricky- it didn't stop as each thread color changed- I would have to watch it like a hawk and quickly hit the stop button.....Why do you think it did this? I thought all applique designs stopped at each thread change and further more, gave you a chance to insert your fabric?

It should have stopped. I would contact whomever you bought it from and let them know. I wonder if something happened to the file when you transferred it. I would doubt the digitizer didn't intend for it to stop. If you contact them, they will probably be able to help you figure out what's going on.

 

[billwendy]

This is the design for the give for Daniel. So far I just made the cheerleader and used the Mickey one from Natalie's design.

April - We LOVE THEM!!!!!!

You are such a special friend to include Bill and I - we are the biggest kids out of the whole bunch!!!!

 

[Eyore4Ever149]

i dont know if anyone would be interested, but I came across this and thought some of you might like it

there are some other companion fabrics.
www.bugfabric.com

 

[Charmaine]

Charmain,
I love that fabric too, I'm sorry to report, I didn't purchase it recently though. Its made by Timeless Treasures. I bought it with a quilt backing in mind, I wont tell you how much I have left since its one of my favorites too!!!! Welcome back!!!

Eyore...Thanks so much for this info, though! I can't say I blame you for not wanting to part with a single scrap of it! I feel the same way. I thought I only had 1-2 FQ's of it...and just checked and I have 5 FQ's! But am so afraid to use it! lol! Now my daughter just told me she wants me to make her another Valentines day outfit using it! lol! We'll see...

 

[McDuck]

Well, here is a pic of my DD in her Saints Super Bowl dress I made her yesterday!!!! (Actually it is a size 1 toddler top LOL)

 

[MinnieVanMom]

OMG, I found the perfect place for us. IT is 2 blocks from the beach, right next to the cape! It doesn't have a pool which I know is weird to be excited but it keep the HOA fees down. Who needs a pool with the beach so close.

It is very small but we would be there just for vacation and relax on the beach. 2/1.

Please stop me now!!!

 

[teresajoy]

OK I'm taking a break from sewing and thought it was time to post the pictures of the things I made in the last week or so. As you know I am very new to this so there are a lot of first for me. I have had so much fun!!!

As crooked and simple as it is here is my first appliqué. I made jammie pants for my daughters 25th birthday last weekend and decided I would try my hand at appliqué.

And finally the outfit I cased from Anita. A simply sweet with easy fit pants that I am sending to my Granddaughter for Valentines day.Thank you Anita!

OK now to stop procrastinating and to go finish the bowling shirt that I started this morning. ~ Mary

I love the Ariel jammies!!! That fabric is great! You really did a good job on the applique!
The purse is really good too. I like the shape of that pattern.

I love the outfit you made for your granddaughter, it's so sweet!

i dont know if anyone would be interested, but I came across this and thought some of you might like it

there are some other companion fabrics.
www.bugfabric.com

That is cute! I'm not sure where to find it on the site though.

Well, here is a pic of my DD in her Saints Super Bowl dress I made her yesterday!!!! (Actually it is a size 1 toddler top LOL)

HOW CUTE!!! What a little baby doll! She looks adorable in her dress!

 

[bclydia]

Do any of you wish you could just have no kids, husband, or household chores/errands to do and just SEW......for like 1, maybe 2 days???

Yes!!! Oh yes!!! Feel just a wee bit guilty admitting that!

Don't know if I will have much time for sewing this weekend. We have Science World coming to our city on Saturday. The kids get to make and watch them. Then on Sunday we have an Olympic Celebration with torch lighting and then free swim or skate.

I hope you had fun at the torch celebration! We'll be up bright and early tomorrow to go here in Maple Ridge!

Well today I took a much needed ME day. The kids both spend the night at my moms so she was in charge of getting them to their spots this morning. DH had to work so I got to sleep late and just relax. So after some much needed rest and tons of cloths washed I got to sew some.

Really cute!!!

The little pumpkins are the lights! They glowed a really cool orange and just gave the whole tutu a cool look!

What a fabulous idea!!!

Just adorable

I was a bad girl. I have resisted CarlaC's sale all week. I could not take it any longer. ... Just had to admit my guilt to my support group.

Shhhh! Don't tell hubby but I couldn't resist either!! I treated myself to the adult easy fits and the precious dress patterns. Just HAD to have them!!

This is the design for the give for Daniel. So far I just made the cheerleader and used the Mickey one from Natalie's design.

These are great!!!!!

Anyone who has signed up for the YCMT newsletter should recognize the purses that I made for her. This was also a first for me and surprisingly easy.

And finally the outfit I cased from Anita. A simply sweet with easy fit pants that I am sending to my Granddaughter for Valentines day.Thank you Anita!

These are great! I love that purse pattern. I've made a few of them and I just love the finished project!

So sweet!!

Here is the outfit Megan will wear to her Preschool Valentine's Day Party

That turned out beautifully!! Love that fabric!

 

[bclydia]

Well, here is a pic of my DD in her Saints Super Bowl dress I made her yesterday!!!! (Actually it is a size 1 toddler top LOL)

She's gorgeous and so is her dress!

 

[SallyfromDE]

I think this is just a fun design. The center one reminds me of Auroras tiara. Do you think it could be stitched out in silver thread?

Lace Tiaras:

http://www.fabembroidery.com/index....rticle&id=194:ce0019&catid=3:fs-lace&Itemid=4

 

[teresajoy]

I think this is just a fun design. The center one reminds me of Auroras tiara. Do you think it could be stitched out in silver thread?

Lace Tiaras:

http://www.fabembroidery.com/index....rticle&id=194:ce0019&catid=3:fs-lace&Itemid=4

Those are great!!! I don't see why you couldn't use silver thread. That's a good price on those too.

 

[Granna4679]

I need some honest advice. I've been wanting to try Carla's Precious Dress pattern. I'm just worried about the placket. I've tried them in sewing class (couple of years ago) and my teacher pretty much had to do it for me. It is just so confusing! Tell me about the Precious dress placket. TIA!!

The placket was super easy. I had never done one either and just finished one for a friend a few days ago...I was impressed with myself!! Ha! But thanks to Carla...it was easy peasy!!

Here is the outfit Megan will wear to her Preschool Valentine's Day Party



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without petti skirt

Very cute. Love the gumball fabric!

OK I'm taking a break from sewing and thought it was time to post the pictures of the things I made in the last week or so. As you know I am very new to this so there are a lot of first for me. I have had so much fun!!!

And finally the outfit I cased from Anita. A simply sweet with easy fit pants that I am sending to my Granddaughter for Valentines day.Thank you Anita!

OK now to stop procrastinating and to go finish the bowling shirt that I started this morning. ~ Mary

It turned out great!! You did a great job on the purses and applique too. It looks like you did the applique on tshirt? Try regular fabric and I think you wil be surprised how much easier it is.

Well, here is a pic of my DD in her Saints Super Bowl dress I made her yesterday!!!! (Actually it is a size 1 toddler top LOL)

OMG....she is a DOLL!! Love the outfit.

 

[mgmsmommy]

Hi all. Been busy lurking & sewing. Everything I have seen has been so adorable. I am going to try to comment more often.
I did manage to get Valentines outfits done for my girls & Sierra's bday outfit (she just turned 7). Here are a few peeks at them:
Sierra's outfit (she is my cupcake cutie)

Morgan's valentines outfit

front of her pants

back bottom of her pants

I'm finally not so scared of ripping the seams out of jeans to embellish them.

Sierra's bday outfit had to be Pinkalicious:

front of pants

back of pants

Will try & get some pics up in a few of them actually trying them on.