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

[glorib]

Hi y'all, I can't find the sham rock design you're using anywhere- can someone help me out with where to find it?

Also, Dad was moved to the Rehab floor today; and for the first time he sounded like himself and was cracking a few jokes; thanks for all your prayers; I know God is with him.

the sham rock design is from stitch on time. . . and good news about your dad!

I think most of you knew I had been talking about homeschooling Lydia. Well, today I made it official. This was our first day of official homeschooling I say official, because I was homeschooling her the last two weeks while she was sick, but today was the first day she didn't go to school just because I was teaching her myself. We went to a local museum (Rochelle, we went to the Kingman museum) we've never been to today. The ladies working at the museum gave us our own little tour. It was fun! Then we went to my Mom's house to see her and Heather (who I haven't seen in like THREE weeks!). As we were getting out of the van, Lydia was giggling and said, "I haven't even learned anything all day!" Which, of course made me giggle, because we just spent the morning at the museum and on the ride home she had been retelling me all the things she saw and what she liked best. (petrified poop, by the way, that was her favorite thing!)

Petrified poop? Is there a barfing smilie? Congrats on making the decision - it sounds like it will be a great fit for both of you! There are times I would seriously love to homeschool, but we've been really lucky so far with school. Plus, Caleb really enjoys it. We've had great teachers so far (this is where having one of my best good friends as Caleb's principal and working at his school comes in handy!) Seriously, though, I can only think of one teacher at Caleb's school that I wouldn't choose for his teacher - and that's not because she's a bad teacher necessarily - just that I know her teaching style would clash with Caleb's learning style. If I had any issues, though, I wouldn't hesitate to do it!

 

[dmbdisneymom]

Here you go HeatherSue! The pic behind one of my kids:

 

[ellenbenny]

Hope you all don't mind me jumping in here. I absolutely love everything you all make. Seeing all the different designs gives me inspiration.

In fact I just received the vida pattern I ordered after seeing all the amazing things you all have made with it.

Anyway, I wanted to share I few of my recent creations. Mostly for my granddaughter. Hope you don't mind a lot of pictures! And thanks for sharing all of your great designs. I love looking at all of your work!

Princess Precious Dress

Minnie Precious Dress

Simply Sweet Princess Doll Dresses

Rag Quilt for my son (in college)

Easy fits and Bowling Shirt Christmas PJs

Purchased Apron with SWAK embroidery and Chefs Hat

Wrap Top

Janey's Dress in Pooh Fabric

Princess Top

Simplicity Toddler Princess Patterns

 

[mgmsmommy]

Hope you all don't mind me jumping in here. I absolutely love everything you all make. Seeing all the different designs gives me inspiration.

In fact I just received the vida pattern I ordered after seeing all the amazing things you all have made with it.


Simply Sweet Princess Doll Dresses

Simplicity Toddler Princess Patterns

Wow your creations are all so great. I used that same blue fabric as your Cinderella doll dress when I made a cindy inspired dress for my dd. Love them all.


BTW someone was looking for flip flop embroidery designs can't remember who but came across some cute ones at lynniepinnie.com & all her designs are 50% off right now too. HTH someone.

 

[ellenbenny]

Wow your creations are all so great.

Thanks!!

Now the last thing for tonight. My girl/boy Carly Bubble Romper (slightly modified). Do you all think this romper design works ok for a boy when made with the right fabrics?

My nephew and his wife have decided not to find out the gender of their baby, so I was planning to give this as a shower gift.

 

[revrob]

Thanks!!

Now the last thing for tonight. My girl/boy Carly Bubble Romper (slightly modified). Do you all think this romper design works ok for a boy when made with the right fabrics?

My nephew and his wife have decided not to find out the gender of their baby, so I was planning to give this as a shower gift.

I think it's PERFECT!

 

[teresajoy]

Guys, I need your help....
I was going to post this on the community board but thought I'd better post it here. My son (11) is a smart kid, he retains things and gets A & B's. He is no snowflake and is a pain in the patootie sometimes too!
I have been in conversation with his teacher about his work in grammar/writing because she said he doesn't want to write. I have worked with him for his whole school life about this problem. If it is a situational question (tell me about a time you and a friend did... OR tell me about your summer vacation) he gets stumped. He freezes, can't think of anything, gets hung up on the simpliest of things. One paper he had to write to a "friend" overseas and he knew what he wanted to write in his head - he wrote Dear... he didn't go any further because he couldn't decide on a name. I just got his report card and he went from A to D for last term in that grade - all others either went up or maintained the same level.
This year I have tried everything I know of and I just am at my wits end! Each lesson that he brings home ends in tears, frustration, and it's not good.
I live in a rural area and there are no tutor locations or anything like that here. I have asked numerous times for recommendations from the school and I get nothing. I have asked for him to have assistance and his teacher said to me that he doesn't need it - he is being defiant. I don't know what kept me from putting her out right there....

So if you are still with me... does anyone have experience with this? Do you know of any resources to help me help him?

I am also trying to get in to see a counselor to make sure it isn't defiant - I would imagine that would impact all aspects so I am not sure that is what it is but somethings gotta give.

Thanks for listening to me...

I don't think I've ever heard the term "snowflake" used on this site.

I wish I had some advice for you. I have never had experience with anything like that, but I can give you a I hope this gets worked out for you and for your son. And, I think that Momma's know best, so follow your gut.

Petrified poop? Is there a barfing smilie? Congrats on making the decision - it sounds like it will be a great fit for both of you! There are times I would seriously love to homeschool, but we've been really lucky so far with school. Plus, Caleb really enjoys it. We've had great teachers so far (this is where having one of my best good friends as Caleb's principal and working at his school comes in handy!) Seriously, though, I can only think of one teacher at Caleb's school that I wouldn't choose for his teacher - and that's not because she's a bad teacher necessarily - just that I know her teaching style would clash with Caleb's learning style. If I had any issues, though, I wouldn't hesitate to do it!

Thanks for the support Lori! I'm pretty excited about this!
Yes, petrified poop. They also had a nice exhibit of native American baskets. She liked that too, but we had to go back to the poop several times!

Here you go HeatherSue! The pic behind one of my kids:

That was me, but we are close sisters, so that's ok!
I LOVE the picture!!!! That is so neat! Where did you get it?

Hope you all don't mind me jumping in here. I absolutely love everything you all make. Seeing all the different designs gives me inspiration.

In fact I just received the vida pattern I ordered after seeing all the amazing things you all have made with it.

Anyway, I wanted to share I few of my recent creations. Mostly for my granddaughter. Hope you don't mind a lot of pictures! And thanks for sharing all of your great designs. I love looking at all of your work!

Princess Precious Dress

Minnie Precious Dress

Simply Sweet Princess Doll Dresses

Rag Quilt for my son (in college)

Easy fits and Bowling Shirt Christmas PJs

Purchased Apron with SWAK embroidery and Chefs Hat

Wrap Top

Janey's Dress in Pooh Fabric

Princess Top

Simplicity Toddler Princess Patterns

AMAZING!!!! Wow!! These are just gorgeous outfits!!! You need to post the CarlaC ones on her Facebook page (I think you search Scientific Seamstress on Facebook)!

You did a great job on all the outfits! And, I love the quilt!

Thanks!!

Now the last thing for tonight. My girl/boy Carly Bubble Romper (slightly modified). Do you all think this romper design works ok for a boy when made with the right fabrics?

My nephew and his wife have decided not to find out the gender of their baby, so I was planning to give this as a shower gift.

It absolutely works for a boy if you ask me! I think I mentioned before that I use to put these on Corey all the time when he was a baby. I though they were adorable! This is such a clever idea!

 

[ireland_nicole]

BIG GIVE ADVICE NEEDED...

I am planning to make tshirts for the adults...

I was thinking for the women maybe a 5x7 sized design, center-front, should I go bigger?

For the Men should I do a larger design on the back of their shirts instead?

If not these options- than what??

My hoop only does 5x7 so I'm used to making it work. I find that 5x7 looks great on women, goes on the upper chest without, um, stretching across any, um, hills and valleys so to speak. For men, I'd use 6x10 if I had it, but my DH really likes the designs in 4x4 over the left chest where a logo would go. I've been working on our Disney shirts, and can show you one if I'm not explaining it right. It actually looks really cute on, and more subtle, which my DH prefers.

Could I ask for some prayers please?

My Aunt fell and is in the hospital. She has to have surgery. She lost her husband a few years ago and never had kids. She is too far for me to go see her.

Also my Mom's husband is having heart problems. My dd just loves him.

Oh dear, praying now.

I am officially a slacker around here. The wedding plans have been keeping me busy.. and 3 kids...lol
Here are 2 outfits I completed in the past week!!

and a little pocket dress!

Lori

now off to catch up

So Cute!

BTW: I love everything everyone's posted lately, I just couldn't bring myself to come out of lurkdom until now with all that's been going on. I'll mind my manners and comment appropriately now, I promise

the sham rock design is from stitch on time. . . and good news about your dad!

Thanks! I'd checked there, but the search on site is case specific, and I didn't capitalize- I bought it now. As far as the queasy smilie, what about this one?

Hope you all don't mind me jumping in here. I absolutely love everything you all make. Seeing all the different designs gives me inspiration.

In fact I just received the vida pattern I ordered after seeing all the amazing things you all have made with it.

Anyway, I wanted to share I few of my recent creations. Mostly for my granddaughter. Hope you don't mind a lot of pictures! And thanks for sharing all of your great designs. I love looking at all of your work!

Princess Precious Dress

Minnie Precious Dress

Simply Sweet Princess Doll Dresses

Rag Quilt for my son (in college)

Easy fits and Bowling Shirt Christmas PJs

Purchased Apron with SWAK embroidery and Chefs Hat

Wrap Top

Janey's Dress in Pooh Fabric

Princess Top

Simplicity Toddler Princess Patterns

Thanks!!

Now the last thing for tonight. My girl/boy Carly Bubble Romper (slightly modified). Do you all think this romper design works ok for a boy when made with the right fabrics?

My nephew and his wife have decided not to find out the gender of their baby, so I was planning to give this as a shower gift.

Love Everything! Great job! I really love the shower outfit, but then I'm the one who wants to make a boy one, so I might not be the most knowledgeable LOL. I think it's super cute, though!

 

[eeyore3847]

Thanks!!

oh that is cute!!!!

 

[dmbdisneymom]

Teresajoy: I knew that...I was just seeing if you were paying attention or not

DH found it at DTD in the Art of Disney store on our 2008 trip. It's just a poster. It's one of our favorite souvies ever!

BTW, love that romper!!

 

[Eyore4Ever149]

Ireland Nicole- Im so glad to hear your Dad is doing better!!!!!!!!!!!

Teresa- Congrats on homeschooling! Its very popular where I live

Tweevil-I have no info for you, other than you should google and see what's out there for online programs- there must be something on the computer that can help him. And- it doesnt sound like it's defiance if he can't do it with you even in casual conversation.
I'm shooting in the dark here, but does he like art at all? Could he draw a picture of the story- like a comic book, or picture book. Then put words about, after drawing. prayers are with you as you find the right groove for him.

Wendy- I can do 6x10, 5x7, or 4x4. Do you think the men would prefer 6x10 on front, or as someone else mentioned- 4x4 over chest? I want it to look COOL- not "homemade" KWIM?
Which would you prefer for yourself? size/location...I have not done names yet, but I could even maybe do a name over chest if they did want character on back (but sounds like they will want character on front)

Okay- who here has had someone call something your kid is wearing "homemade" and you thought to yourself- well, that's the last time she wears that....

EllenBenny- YOU my dear, have been holding out on us!!!! WOW!! Everything is sewn well, colors are coordinated SO nicely, fits beautifully!! And my goodness- you have been able to whip them out! ETA- I LOVE that owl wrap top!!!!!!! Love the colors and the fabric. OH SO cute!

 

[squirrel]

Guys, I need your help....
I was going to post this on the community board but thought I'd better post it here. My son (11) is a smart kid, he retains things and gets A & B's. He is no snowflake and is a pain in the patootie sometimes too!
I have been in conversation with his teacher about his work in grammar/writing because she said he doesn't want to write. I have worked with him for his whole school life about this problem. If it is a situational question (tell me about a time you and a friend did... OR tell me about your summer vacation) he gets stumped. He freezes, can't think of anything, gets hung up on the simpliest of things. One paper he had to write to a "friend" overseas and he knew what he wanted to write in his head - he wrote Dear... he didn't go any further because he couldn't decide on a name. I just got his report card and he went from A to D for last term in that grade - all others either went up or maintained the same level.
This year I have tried everything I know of and I just am at my wits end! Each lesson that he brings home ends in tears, frustration, and it's not good.
I live in a rural area and there are no tutor locations or anything like that here. I have asked numerous times for recommendations from the school and I get nothing. I have asked for him to have assistance and his teacher said to me that he doesn't need it - he is being defiant. I don't know what kept me from putting her out right there....

So if you are still with me... does anyone have experience with this? Do you know of any resources to help me help him?

I am also trying to get in to see a counselor to make sure it isn't defiant - I would imagine that would impact all aspects so I am not sure that is what it is but somethings gotta give.

Thanks for listening to me...

Would a tape recorder work? Can he answer questions like that if you ask him? If he can do the work by talking into the recorder and then transfer it to paper would that work for the teacher?

I had one teacher in high school that talked so fast that I couldn't take notes fast enough. I wish I had a tape recorder for her class.

 

[desparatelydisney]

I need help??? Without digging thru 10 DISboutiquers threads, someone made a Disney-Hawaiian style vida or Feliz in the last 18 months and I remember loving the fabrics in it. Could whoever made it repost? I am also going to go check the Photobucket group acct right now.

TIA!

MMM

Okay, after looking at 3 WHOLE DISboutiquer threads in 5 page chunks I think my dreams are going to scroll tonight!!!

Anyway....I've pretty much decided that the dress was LisaZoe's and most of her pictures are gone I have PMd her.

I remember waves and the dress being photographed on a form outside....anybody??

 

[*Toadstool*]

Hi everyone! I have been busy, but have been reading the thread and keeping up. Just don't have much time to reply to everything right now. Mardi Gras week was busy with parades!! My neck has been killing me too because I am without my beloved New Balance shoes since I had to mail them back to the store for a replacement pair. Those shoes make such a difference for me!! I totally recommend them. I have been sewing though. Will try to post pictures soon.

Thanks!!

Now the last thing for tonight. My girl/boy Carly Bubble Romper (slightly modified). Do you all think this romper design works ok for a boy when made with the right fabrics?

My nephew and his wife have decided not to find out the gender of their baby, so I was planning to give this as a shower gift.

Very cute. It definitely works for a boy. There are lots of bubble patterns for boys out there. Here is one:

Here is the link to the Taylor CC pattern. http://www.childrenscornerinc.com/store/cart.php?target=product&product_id=389&substring=Taylor

Okay, after looking at 3 WHOLE DISboutiquer threads in 5 page chunks I think my dreams are going to scroll tonight!!!

Anyway....I've pretty much decided that the dress was LisaZoe's and most of her pictures are gone I have PMd her.

I remember waves and the dress being photographed on a form outside....anybody??

Is it that one?
I think most of those prints are Michael Miller.

 

[NiniMorris]

Hey Nini, tell me about that Hamburger soup!! I love soup in this weather. Now that my throat is better ............... did I tell anyone I had tonsilitis? Now I know how a little kid feels!!.......... I am ready for something hot again.

Sally

Ha HA...Hamburger Soup is what I make when I don't feel like making anything and it is cold outside. Very super easy....basically it is one pound of hamburger meat (or ground turkey as we are trying to be more healthy) browned, one large can of diced tomatoes, one large can of Veg-all, and a container of beef stock. Throw it all in a big pot and simmer while the cornbread is baking.... For variety, I will sometimes add various spices or a can of Ro-tel, any fresh veggies in the fridge I might have, etc.

We like it because it is quick and easy and the kids love it....

I think most of you knew I had been talking about homeschooling Lydia. Well, today I made it official. This was our first day of official homeschooling I say official, because I was homeschooling her the last two weeks while she was sick, but today was the first day she didn't go to school just because I was teaching her myself. We went to a local museum (Rochelle, we went to the Kingman museum) we've never been to today. The ladies working at the museum gave us our own little tour. It was fun! Then we went to my Mom's house to see her and Heather (who I haven't seen in like THREE weeks!). As we were getting out of the van, Lydia was giggling and said, "I haven't even learned anything all day!" Which, of course made me giggle, because we just spent the morning at the museum and on the ride home she had been retelling me all the things she saw and what she liked best. (petrified poop, by the way, that was her favorite thing!)

We have been homeschooling for 3 years. This year I put my DD9 back in public school so I could focus more on my Special needs DS8. The comment abut not learning anything is what we get all the time! My DD9's favorite subject was Disney! For the 4 or 5 months prior to our last trip we worked Disney into every day. This year, during the summer break, we will have Disney school each day (I prefer year round school to the summer 'break', DS8 has short term learning problems and this works best for him!)

Good luck! It can be either fun or terrible. Mostly it will depend on your attitude! Kids tend to feed off yor attitude, so you are in control! I just wished I had had the confidence in myself when my older kids were in school. It would have saved so many problems...


Nini

 

[Piper]

I deleted my old Facebook account and started a new one under Paula McBeth (my real first name--although I've been called Piper since I was 12!

I joined a couple of facebook games because of a friend and they took over my account. I've dropped the games because, frankly they took too much time to keep up with! (and when your wrist is swollen with arthritis, cklicking a mouse is the last thing you want to do!!

I also, couldn't keep up with the posts I really wanted to read because of all the "game spam."

So all this is to ask you to add my new account to yours!

 

[Mom2SamandJames]

Thanks!!

Now the last thing for tonight. My girl/boy Carly Bubble Romper (slightly modified). Do you all think this romper design works ok for a boy when made with the right fabrics?

My nephew and his wife have decided not to find out the gender of their baby, so I was planning to give this as a shower gift.

I think both sides are awesome! That is one lucky baby!

 

[revrob]

I deleted my old Facebook account and started a new one under Paula McBeth (my real first name--although I've been called Piper since I was 12!

I joined a couple of facebook games because of a friend and they took over my account. I've dropped the games because, frankly they took too much time to keep up with! (and when your wrist is swollen with arthritis, cklicking a mouse is the last thing you want to do!!

I also, couldn't keep up with the posts I really wanted to read because of all the "game spam."

So all this is to ask you to add my new account to yours!

just sent a request

 

[tricia]

I finally received some knit fabric I'd ordered online, and I'm now preparing to make 4 Olivia dresses for the DGDs. First of all, when I opened the paper to trace the pattern, I just about cried! What a mess, all the pieces overlapping with all the sizes. Oh well, taking it slowly I think I can do it.

Question--has anyone made the dress without the hood? I don't think the girls will really like that hanging down their backs; they've never had their hair cut, and the three oldest have looooooong ponytails and braids. The hood will just get in the way. I figure I can just swap out a facing?

Any pointers from anyone before I get started will be much appreciated! I checked the bookmarks, but didn't find anything on this dress.

Yes, it is a little daunting when you see the pattern. I goes together really easily, and I would just finish it like a T-shirt, with some ribbing, or just a small strip of coordinating knit fabric folded over. If you google olivia farbenmix pattern, you can usually find some examples, such as these.


http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o116/gardenpoetry/heartdress2.jpg

http://www.baby-chic-boutique.com/images/clothing/Farbenmix/Olivia/MP3

Also, there is a Farbenmix flickr group and there are usually some great examples there.

Yay! Just got my Feliz pattern in the mail! I really want to give it a try, but I have a couple other projects I am working on at the moment (hope to have pics to show you soon!), so I will have to back-burner it for a week or so. Can't wait to give it a try, though!

I had a little trouble finding it in stock, so if you are like me and have always wanted to try it but not purchased the pattern yet, you may want to go ahead and get it before they are all gone! It has been discontinued, so who knows how hard it will get to find....

Can't wait to show you what I am working on now - hoping to finish up today or tomorrow so I can get some good pics. Let's just say, I am truly amazed at what you can do with a simply sweet and some imagination! How's that for a tease?

Hi everybody! I just found this thread sometime last week and have been spending the last few nights catching up : ) It's nice to know that there are others that sew their own Disney customs. I've been doing it for years and am really inspired by all your work. I'll have to post a few pics of some of my creations sometime soon.



Just an FYI...I just ordered the new Fabernmix book, Sewing Clothes Kids Love: Sewing Patterns and Instructions for Boys' and Girls' Outfits, and it includes the Feliz pattern in it and 9 others. It is only $16.49 at Amazon right now. The photos inside are gorgeous! It's a good alternative if you can't find the Feliz pattern in stock.

YAY DAD!!! on the road to recovery!! Prayers continue though!!!
I love that Sham Rock design too!!!



I love your ideas - I only have a 4x4 and still have fun with it, but of course have hoop envy!!! lol!!! My DH likes things on the front of his shirt, but he is a BIG KID!!!! lol I think what ever way you go they will like - its DISNEY afterall!!!!!!! Which is nice - one year I walked around with Mickey Christmas Antlers and Billy was wearing a Mickey Santa hat for the whole week!! Why do we do that!!!


Oh C, prayers being sent up, falls are so scarey! and heart problems too!!!


What other patterns are in the book - is the Vida in there?????? Im so tempted!

I got the book last weekend and really like it. The Vida is not in it(I actually still need the Vida). Here is a list of the patterns from the book

Imke Shirt
Riviera Leggings and Shorts
Brooklyn Tank Top
Brooklyn Shrug
Insa Skirt
Dortje Trousers
Avalon Jacket
Silver Lake Windbreaker
Feliz Party Dress
Manhattan Special Occassion Dress

One thing that I hadn't thought about with the patterns is that they are on tissue paper. I don't find this to bothersome because the patterns have to be traced anyway. But tissue never holds up as well. On a great note is the price at amazon isn't much more that one of the patterns would be alone.

I got the book last week too, as I wanted the Feliz and the Dortje patterns anyway. The book is great, and sooo colourful. I have already made the Imke shirt for my DS, and have fabric for the Dortje trousers.

I am officially a slacker around here. The wedding plans have been keeping me busy.. and 3 kids...lol
Here are 2 outfits I completed in the past week!!

and a little pocket dress!

Lori

now off to catch up

Adorable as always Lori.

Hope you all don't mind me jumping in here. I absolutely love everything you all make. Seeing all the different designs gives me inspiration.

In fact I just received the vida pattern I ordered after seeing all the amazing things you all have made with it.

Anyway, I wanted to share I few of my recent creations. Mostly for my granddaughter. Hope you don't mind a lot of pictures! And thanks for sharing all of your great designs. I love looking at all of your work!

Princess Precious Dress

Minnie Precious Dress

Simply Sweet Princess Doll Dresses

Rag Quilt for my son (in college)

Easy fits and Bowling Shirt Christmas PJs

Purchased Apron with SWAK embroidery and Chefs Hat

Wrap Top

Janey's Dress in Pooh Fabric

Princess Top

Simplicity Toddler Princess Patterns

Oh my, what awesome stuff. You really must stick around for a while.

Thanks!!

Now the last thing for tonight. My girl/boy Carly Bubble Romper (slightly modified). Do you all think this romper design works ok for a boy when made with the right fabrics?

My nephew and his wife have decided not to find out the gender of their baby, so I was planning to give this as a shower gift.

That is so cute. I always end up making a blanket, or some toys when I don't know the sex of the baby, but this is a great idea.

 

[2cutekidz]

Is it that one? I think most of those prints are Michael Miller.

Or this one??

(Lisa, I'll delete your pic if you don't want me posting it - this was from your FB album)