Disboutiquers Part 20 Kids Disney Boutique / Customs Clothes psst..we sew ;-)

[Granna4679]

Thank you so much! I just adore all your creations, so this is a big compliment to me!


I just finished up another outfit today. I've been staying at home with my little one this week. I'm technically supposed to be working on my dissertation, but it's way more fun to sew!!

This is using WONDERFUL alexander henry fabric and the faith double layer top. This is a cute, and very simple pattern!

Thanks for letting me share!

Jessica

Love this and the fabric is so cute! The wording fabric makes it really unique.

I voted for Teresa today, did everyone else?

Yep...sure did!!

 

[LisaZoe]

I just finished up another outfit today. I've been staying at home with my little one this week. I'm technically supposed to be working on my dissertation, but it's way more fun to sew!!

This is using WONDERFUL alexander henry fabric and the faith double layer top. This is a cute, and very simple pattern!

Thanks for letting me share!

Jessica

So cute! I love that print and have been so tempted to get some.

I'm glad you are doing the 10/12!!! Arminda said she liked the one where the ruffles started lower in the back.

I think that's a good choice for older girls.

Johnny!!! too funny! He's right, that makes as much sense!
My Dad's real name is Johnny. Good choice!

Did I mention his first choice for an alternate name was Triceratops?

 

[teresajoy]

Did I mention his first choice for an alternate name was Triceratops?

I was just going to do a quick skim before going to bed, but this made me burst out laughing!!!! LOL!

 

[Mommy2JulietJocelyn]

this may be a silly question but - where would I be able to get the pattern for LisaZoe's new skirt when it is ready? can someone PM me with that info.

 

[princesskayla]

Thank you so much! I just adore all your creations, so this is a big compliment to me!


I just finished up another outfit today. I've been staying at home with my little one this week. I'm technically supposed to be working on my dissertation, but it's way more fun to sew!!

This is using WONDERFUL alexander henry fabric and the faith double layer top. This is a cute, and very simple pattern!

Thanks for letting me share!

Jessica

Awsome- on the hunt for that fabric. Your designs are always inspiring!!

 

[ProudDanceMom]

I'm not the one who this was intended for, but I can help you too. I've got 13 years of dance costume experience, and have had to correct sizing mistakes from too little (hard to fix) and too big (easier, but still a pita). My friendly advice is not to agree to payment until you've seen your child's measurments compared to the size chart. The girth measurement (through the crotch with the tape measure up to the right shoulder) is the most critical, impossible to fix on a long torso'd kid with a one piece costume. If it's close to say a small child, you might do better moving up to a medium child, etc. Two piece costumes arent as critical, those need to fit in the waist mostl, so that measurement is important. Confused yet? PM me for more info if you'd like.

From a mom who'd BTDT more times than she can count! LOL

So exciting to see another dance mom! I agree that too big is better than too small. I had to try to adjust a ballet costume that was a size too small for my daughter last year...not fun!

Thanks Nanci! We pay for our costumes in November, don't get them until April, and NEVER see the measurements they took The first year she was in dance...she was 2... and they ordered the smallest size totally not taking into consideration a 2 year old might have a growth spurt. So her costume was way too small and I had to trade with another mom. So ever since then, they've ordered her a size big. That's fine. But last year they ordered like 3 sizes up! Luckily there was a tutu on it so I was able to hide a lot of the alterations. And I had to take the straps up 6-7 inches on each side.

We have the pay in Novemeber, get them in April thing too (except for the competition costumes)! Our studio normally adds 1-2 inches to the measurements though. We have a bunch of new teachers this year, so I'm a little worried myself about my one daughter's costumes...she is super skinny, but has a long torso (although not nearly as long as my oldest whose girth is 3inches longer than the closest in her class).

Anyways, it's crazy they ordered one that much too big! I wonder if there was a mistake in the ordering or something. If it happens again, you may want to check the costume company's size chart (most of them are available online) and see where she should be and ask them about it.

 

[ProudDanceMom]

Since I just realized after one more post, I can post pictures, I thought I would post!

Any suggestions on patterns for an 8year old? She says she does want me to make things for her for our trip, but she's not the little girl her sister is! I don't want to end up making her things that she decides aren't cool to wear (which I don't think normally would be a problem, but since we'll be there with her dance team, it could be). I'm planning on buying the Simply Sweet pattern since I think I can use that for her sister's things. Maybe the patchwork twirl would be good her her?

Thanks!
Sara

 

[ProudDanceMom]

Here is the dance costume. The red white and blue is the one I made and their song is Kids in America. I'm happy with the way they turned out and all 8 of them fit well, which is the most important thing.
My older DD's costume was made by another mom (although there are 13 on that team so she had the bigger project). It's minus the hat since someone forgot it, but their tap song is Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy.
Somehow I managed to be at the first dance competition for 10 hours and take only one picture of the girls in costume (which is sad since I have none of Kaitlyn in her jazz costume), so it's not the best picture, but you get the idea.

And here is a picture from our trip in 2007. I'm sure I have better pictures of things I made for that trip, but this is my favorite picture! Lauren, who was 3 at the time, still talks about blowing bubbles with Sleeping Beauty.

 

[babynala]

Thank you so much! I just adore all your creations, so this is a big compliment to me!


I just finished up another outfit today. I've been staying at home with my little one this week. I'm technically supposed to be working on my dissertation, but it's way more fun to sew!!

This is using WONDERFUL alexander henry fabric and the faith double layer top. This is a cute, and very simple pattern!

Thanks for letting me share!

Jessica

This is a great outfit. I love the fabric and the trim fabric with the black it is so unique.

Since I just realized after one more post, I can post pictures, I thought I would post!

Any suggestions on patterns for an 8year old? She says she does want me to make things for her for our trip, but she's not the little girl her sister is! I don't want to end up making her things that she decides aren't cool to wear (which I don't think normally would be a problem, but since we'll be there with her dance team, it could be). I'm planning on buying the Simply Sweet pattern since I think I can use that for her sister's things. Maybe the patchwork twirl would be good her her?

Thanks!
Sara

Last fall my daughter turned 8 during our trip to Disney. She insisted she was too old for princesses but I got her to wear a few things that were princess related. She loved the twirl skirts I made for her and was happy to wear clothes that had a Minnie Mouse theme. She liked the twirl skirts and t-shirts with a basic Minnie head applique.

Also, thanks for the reminder to vote for Teresa (keep them coming) and for the correct link.

 

[100AcrePrincess]

Thanks!!
I'm pretty sure it's new. I think late 2009. It's a series with different colors. The people is called You and Me and comes in blue and off white, and the words (which all say hello in different languages) is called Hello and comes in blue, black, red, and green. There is also a print with the world on it (don't know the name) .

Thanks. I thought it was that print. I soooo want some of it.

I'm hoping that this will make Teresa keep ordering pettis periodically - cause I know as soon as I get my hot little hands on that petti and try it on Ella, I am going to have a NEED for more!

You will. I know we do. I think I like them on the girls more than they do - and that's saying a lot!

That is one of the sweetest pics EVER!

 

[MermaidTales]

Since I just realized after one more post, I can post pictures, I thought I would post!

Any suggestions on patterns for an 8year old? She says she does want me to make things for her for our trip, but she's not the little girl her sister is! I don't want to end up making her things that she decides aren't cool to wear (which I don't think normally would be a problem, but since we'll be there with her dance team, it could be). I'm planning on buying the Simply Sweet pattern since I think I can use that for her sister's things. Maybe the patchwork twirl would be good her her?

Thanks!
Sara

It seems the bigger girls love twirls and pettiskirts with appliqued tanks or tees. Swing tops with leggings are also a fun option. If you let her choose her fabrics, that would probably increase the chances of her wearing it as well! Have fun!

 

[MermaidTales]

Here is the dance costume. The red white and blue is the one I made and their song is Kids in America. I'm happy with the way they turned out and all 8 of them fit well, which is the most important thing.
My older DD's costume was made by another mom (although there are 13 on that team so she had the bigger project). It's minus the hat since someone forgot it, but their tap song is Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy.
Somehow I managed to be at the first dance competition for 10 hours and take only one picture of the girls in costume (which is sad since I have none of Kaitlyn in her jazz costume), so it's not the best picture, but you get the idea.

And here is a picture from our trip in 2007. I'm sure I have better pictures of things I made for that trip, but this is my favorite picture! Lauren, who was 3 at the time, still talks about blowing bubbles with Sleeping Beauty.

Your girls are adorable! That photo of SB blowing bubbles is so cute!

 

[NiniMorris]

I am hoping you can help me. Sometime in the next few months I will be purchasing an embroidery machine. I have convinced DH (not too hard he is a contractor who owns several Hammers, saws, etc.. He understands needing lots of different kinds of tools for the job) now just have to save up the cash. I am hoping to do the research now so when I am ready I can look for a sale and go. I would love to find a machine and software for under $1000 but am unsure if that is realistic. I will not shop at Walmart so if there is a Walmart exclusive it is not for me. Anyway I am hoping you all will have some advice about where to start looking, or just about your machines, how much were they, do you love them etc. Thanks!

You shouldn't have any problems at all finding one under 1000. Check out the on -air shopping channels. They routinely have a couple different brands under 1000. I personally LOVE my Brother ....hint hint hint!

Since I just realized after one more post, I can post pictures, I thought I would post!

Any suggestions on patterns for an 8year old? She says she does want me to make things for her for our trip, but she's not the little girl her sister is! I don't want to end up making her things that she decides aren't cool to wear (which I don't think normally would be a problem, but since we'll be there with her dance team, it could be). I'm planning on buying the Simply Sweet pattern since I think I can use that for her sister's things. Maybe the patchwork twirl would be good her her?

Thanks!
Sara

Sara,
My daughter will be 10 for the trip and is NOT a girly girl at all. However, in making things for my Grand daughter (who will be 3 for the trip) we have discovered the DD is in love with the patchwork twirl skirt! So much so that she asked for that skirt as part of her Father/Daughter outfit last week.

We have convinced her to wear one 'dressy' outfit per day. I was really surprised at some of the outfits she has helped me come up with! I thought I would be using the A line or Simply Sweet for tops while I made them in dress length for the GD. To my surprise, they will both be wearing dresses for each evening. Of course we will be wearing match t shirts during the day...thanks to my new embroidery machine and a wonderful lady on here...(we still love you HS!!)

My advice is to let her help you with the 'decision' making...gives her a bit of ownership in the process and allows her to assert her own personal style. You might be surprised to discover she is a budding designer on her own!

My DD presented me with a series of drawing for the upcoming trip...for both her and her niece! We are actually using some of the ideas!


Good Luck!


Nini

 

[MermaidTales]

Bowling shirt with Herbie on it? I'm seeing Herbie on green with yellow accents.



I was at a quilt meeting last week and the speaker there had designed a line of quilting fabrics. She said that a typical run is only 3000 yards of any given print.

Deb

Whoa! That's it? I am glad that you said that because I had thought of using Moda fabrics for some of my creations. Perhaps they keep some of their basics in print longer?
I like to know the fabrics I use will be in print for awhile.
I've usually been able to re-order Michael Miller fabrics over several years since they seem to stay in print longer.

 

[MermaidTales]

I made my first CarlaC bowling shirt. I was pretty nervous about the collar and getting the front buttons all lined up but you guys made it sound so easy. It wasn't too bad. I wanted to make a test shirt before I made a shirt to coordinate with a dress I am making for my daughter - I didn't want to run out of fabric if I made a mistake. The stiching on the back is a little wonky but my son doesn't mind. His favorite color is orange and he gave me a big hug when I showed him the finished product so I can't complain.

I have a few questions for you experts: do you ever make this pattern with out the interfacing in the collar or underneath the buttons? It seems a little stiff but I am afraid of making any changes. I know some folks don't make this shirt with the lining and I am thinking about trying that on the next one in hopes of the shirt being a little cooler in the summer.

This is super cute! I love the fabric combos of this!

 

[jenb1023]

So I finished DD's St Patrick's Day dress at 10:15 last night! I really want to start using some other Carla patterns but I have the Simply Sweet down to a science and can throw it together in no time.

DD started taking Irish dance lessons so I curled her hair for her this morning since she is going to do a little dance for her class.

Close-up of the fabric so you can see the detail. Jordan (DD) picked out the flashiest, sparkliest St Patty's Day fabric JoAnn's had!

 

[minnie2]

Since I just realized after one more post, I can post pictures, I thought I would post!

Any suggestions on patterns for an 8year old? She says she does want me to make things for her for our trip, but she's not the little girl her sister is! I don't want to end up making her things that she decides aren't cool to wear (which I don't think normally would be a problem, but since we'll be there with her dance team, it could be). I'm planning on buying the Simply Sweet pattern since I think I can use that for her sister's things. Maybe the patchwork twirl would be good her her?

Thanks!
Sara

Sara, My DD is 10 and when we just went in Nov I made a bunch of Tshirts for her and twirl skirts
here is her bday outfit. She is on the left and the other girls are Cathy(Two b4him's girls)

I brought this shirt but I am not sure if she wore it...

Nikki is on the left the other cute girls are Cathy's!

She actually wore this the other day to school!

she still love Sleeping Beauty.

I think she wore this to DHS. The Molly top by Carla C is great.

animal kingdom outfit.

Kyle and Nicole at a Disney even last yr for DVC


Ok sorry to bore you but there are a ton of things you can make for a girl who is getting older! Actually a lot of Carla's patterns would work!

 

[MermaidTales]

So I finished DD's St Patrick's Day dress at 10:15 last night! I really want to start using some other Carla patterns but I have the Simply Sweet down to a science and can throw it together in no time.

DD started taking Irish dance lessons so I curled her hair for her this morning since she is going to do a little dance for her class.

Close-up of the fabric so you can see the detail. Jordan (DD) picked out the flashiest, sparkliest St Patty's Day fabric JoAnn's had!

That is such gorgeous fabric! The dress is so pretty and your little princess is adorable and looks so happy in her special dress for today! Love her hairstyle too!

 

[cydswipe]

Just wanting to remind everyone to vote!!!! Teresa needs our votes! I keep thinking if we were able to send MyaRose to WDW surely we can win this for Teresa, right????? Come on! It takes less than five minutes to register the first time. Then they send you a link to finish your registration and after that it takes about 30 seconds everyday to vote! There are some ladies who each have around 4000 votes and Teresa has 223 votes. We need you to vote!


Here is the link:

http://ck.upickem.net/engine/Details...2&i=1&r=157178



Teresa is on the second page, she was nominated by Shannon - Revrob!

Now please vote!

I couldn't get this link to work either! Help.. I would love to vote!

 

[Tnkrbelle565]

Thanks for letting me share!

Jessica

Jessica....GORGEOUS fabric. Soooo jealous of it! I have no more good Epcot fabric in my stash

Is it in poor form to comment here and on FB???? LOVE it again


MARLO- What happened to your pics????