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

[*Toadstool*]

QUICK QUESTION: Has anyone used gold metallic thread in their serger? I'm going to do a Christmas Belle and want to do a rolled hem edge on the sleeve organza from this. Am I likely to have "issues" with this?

There shouldn't be any issues. I have used Superior Thread's metallic serger thread and had no issues.. its really pretty and covers beautifully. You can serge with just about any kind of thread.. even yarn or crochet thread.

One more question:

I have the brother pe-770 embroidery machine. It comes with a 5x7 hoop. Do any of you know if I can purchase a bigger hoop like a 6x10 to use with this machine? I can't seem to figure this out and if it is a possiblity, I thought I would look into it for mother's day.

No.. each machine has an embroidery field. It will not embroider past that. You could probably get a mega hoop which is a split hoop. It would embroider the top half then you'd have to move the hoop so it could embroider the bottom half. You have to split the designs before you put them on the machine and it can be difficult... it won't work for applique designs, but would work great for filled designs or if you are wanting to do lettering that big it would be pretty easy to split the letters. YOu'd pretty much NEED embroidery software to do this.

 

[glorib]

Lisa said it was ok if I share these pictures of the Audrey skirts I made. I'm so excited, this pattern is SOOOOOO cute!!!!! Both of my girls absolutely loved their skirts!!!!

Here they are on the back of my ugly bathroom door, that I usually throw a black piece of fabric over, but was so excited to take pictures and send them to Heather, I just took them. Then, I got too lazy to retake them, so... sorry about the ugly door, just look at the cute skirt!

Here is Lydia in hers (this is size 7/8)

And, Arminda's is a 10/12:
The sun was in her eyes, so she is squinching up her face!

I wanted to get a picture of them together so I could get a front and a back picture at the same time, but they would NOT hold still!!! They were very excited, and just wouldn't stop moving!

I plan to use this pattern for the Universal Studios / Dr. Seussish skirt too. I am still planning that one though. I need to hurry, look at my ticker!

Teresa, these are so cute! I love that Mickey fabric you used! The girls look gorgeous!

These are the big give items I finished to go with the Mike Wazowski outfit I posted the other day... for Seth's big give.
I'm ready to ship. I'll post these on the big give board, and I'm ready for an address.

The Aurora top is much closer to the pink color in the polka dots in real life, this picture makes it look kind of red.

CUTE! Love the Aurora set especially!

They are wonderful! I love the ruffle skirt... its perfect
Great Job!

Last night while hubby was putting the kids to bed I got to make a "little wallet" and it turned out pretty cute. Next time I need to use a different interfacing... what I had on hand was a bit to stiff.

I took one with the flash and one without... so the colors are a bit different.
The pattern calls for a sew on snap... which sounded easy enough and I put one on.. then I realized I should have swapped my placement of each part, so I took it off. I am actually thinking velcro might be more the thing?
So it has 3 slots for cards or whatever.

That's so cute! Looks like you did a great job!

 

[NiniMorris]

Soooo, if hubby asks how much I spent at Joann's today...do I start with how much I SAVED...$124...or how much I SPENT...$125...

I should be busy for the next few weeks!

Nini

 

[Eyore4Ever149]

Okay, I'm back with photos...
As many of your who read my FB page know, It's been a stressful week for me.
Sunday/Monday Hannah had a fever (up to 102.5) and her surgery has been postponed. If someone cancels, MAYBE she could go on May 6th, however, it's a slim to none chance. She is currently booked for May 25th for her eye surgery and we have to go thru ALL the pre-op appointments again.

Also on Monday Megan went to her Little Blessings program (8-12)
This is in the school where she attends the K3 (preschool) as well.
Well, they went to the gym since it was yucky out and a 5 year old who is known for his lack of attention, hyper activity, etc, ran into her and toppled her over, landed on her and their heads collided. He is twice her size. The teachers were there and they put ice on her head.
I forget if she mentioned a headache that day- but she was fine when I picked her up. Tuesday at preschool a little girl classmate also knocked her over, fell on top of her and she fell backwards and hit her head.
She was complaining of her ear hurting and I gave her tylenol. She woke in middle of night crying about her headaching. I gave her tylenol.
I called the Dr Wed afternoon since she mentioned it again (ear), but they closed early so she could go to a conference, so I spoke to her. She was clearly distracted because she said since she was warm and complaining of her ear maybe an ear infection was brewing. and to call her Thur (again on call because the office is closed Thursdays)
GRRR. I was really upset Thursday, I even called my chiropactor where she goes- and she too was closed and at a conference all day! I also noticed her head was swollen on one side and felt mushy to the touch.

Long story short, she was seen yesterday morning. She did have a concussion, she has a LARGE (4"x4") hematoma.
She can "maintain normal activities" but she can't run around, and another head injury right now would be very bad.
She is doing okay- but if her head gets touched or even slightly bumped at all she will cry in pain.
I have decided to keep her with my Mon-Wed and the jury is out on preschool for Thursday.

After going to the doctors she went to her circus. It was really cute. They all pretended (with the teachers encouragement) that a large playhouse was on fire. And then brought in a big toy fire truck to put the fire out- but that didnt work, so they run and get their spray water bottles and spray the house, then spray the audience- they were the best act!
The little girl I made the dress for was afraid of the crowds so I really didnt get to take pics of her.

ruffled butt

I had to make something for Hannah to match her sister....I really love this outfit, I made the pants in 1 hour at midnight!!!
YOu can see thru the painted smile that Megan isn't at her best here- she didnt end up having much of a nap and was a bit cranky.

 

[lollipopsandgiggles]

Okay, I'm back with photos...
As many of your who read my FB page know, It's been a stressful week for me.
Sunday/Monday Hannah had a fever (up to 102.5) and her surgery has been postponed. If someone cancels, MAYBE she could go on May 6th, however, it's a slim to none chance. She is currently booked for May 25th for her eye surgery and we have to go thru ALL the pre-op appointments again.

Also on Monday Megan went to her Little Blessings program (8-12)
This is in the school where she attends the K3 (preschool) as well.
Well, they went to the gym since it was yucky out and a 5 year old who is known for his lack of attention, hyper activity, etc, ran into her and toppled her over, landed on her and their heads collided. He is twice her size. The teachers were there and they put ice on her head.
I forget if she mentioned a headache that day- but she was fine when I picked her up. Tuesday at preschool a little girl classmate also knocked her over, fell on top of her and she fell backwards and hit her head.
She was complaining of her ear hurting and I gave her tylenol. She woke in middle of night crying about her headaching. I gave her tylenol.
I called the Dr Wed afternoon since she mentioned it again (ear), but they closed early so she could go to a conference, so I spoke to her. She was clearly distracted because she said since she was warm and complaining of her ear maybe an ear infection was brewing. and to call her Thur (again on call because the office is closed Thursdays)
GRRR. I was really upset Thursday, I even called my chiropactor where she goes- and she too was closed and at a conference all day! I also noticed her head was swollen on one side and felt mushy to the touch.

Long story short, she was seen yesterday morning. She did have a concussion, she has a LARGE (4"x4") hematoma.
She can "maintain normal activities" but she can't run around, and another head injury right now would be very bad.
She is doing okay- but if her head gets touched or even slightly bumped at all she will cry in pain.
I have decided to keep her with my Mon-Wed and the jury is out on preschool for Thursday.

After going to the doctors she went to her circus. It was really cute. They all pretended (with the teachers encouragement) that a large playhouse was on fire. And then brought in a big toy fire truck to put the fire out- but that didnt work, so they run and get their spray water bottles and spray the house, then spray the audience- they were the best act!
The little girl I made the dress for was afraid of the crowds so I really didnt get to take pics of her.

ruffled butt

I had to make something for Hannah to match her sister....I really love this outfit, I made the pants in 1 hour at midnight!!!
YOu can see thru the painted smile that Megan isn't at her best here- she didnt end up having much of a nap and was a bit cranky.

Oh i love that clown suit I was a clown one year as a child but not as cute as that. Great job. Will be praying for your little one.

 

[Diz-Mommy]

I like her!! I must not have checked it out in awhile, I don't remember seeing this.

Personally, I'd beg HeatherSue to make me a monorail design if I were you. The design itself doesn't stitch out very nice, I had to omit a few design elements because they didn't stitch out very nice...just sayin' If I had these jackets to do over again, I woulda bugged Heather till she said "yes" It's two different designs, the front car and then the box car (just incase you were wondering Heather )

I made this dress for Catherine's Big Give. It is a tinkerbell dress from the criss cross pattern from youcanmakethis.com. I love how it turned out. I posted the pics on the big give site, but somehow messed it up.

It love this!! Beautiful work. Someday when I don't have a million and two sewing projects sitting around waiting to be completed, I'd really love to join in the Big Give Group too.

So I had a skirt I made to get photos of how I constructed the apron & pocket. Although I liked how it came out, I decided to do a re-work of it and came up with this.

Here's what it looked like before:

As always, perfection!!

Looks like most of your questions were answered... so WELCOME!

I added the daisy and rick rack.... here is the finished dress... buttons are on it and everything

SUPER CUTE!! She's gonna make Minnie jealous!

Again! LOL! I've been lazy about taking photos when I've finished a custom. Needless to say, I've got a few things to share!

Brother/Sister Fantasia:

Pooh (for breakfast at Crystal Palace):

I've made a couple of things for myself, too - a mickey head rhinestone t-shirt and a minnie dot Amelia shirt from ycmt. If I get brave, I'll take photos and post them later. . . that means I'd have to do my hair, though! Maybe tomorrow. . .

All the dresses are adorable, but the Fantasia set and Pooh Bear are my favorites!! I can't wait to see what you've made for yourself too!

Lisa said it was ok if I share these pictures of the Audrey skirts I made. I'm so excited, this pattern is SOOOOOO cute!!!!! Both of my girls absolutely loved their skirts!!!!

I wanted to get a picture of them together so I could get a front and a back picture at the same time, but they would NOT hold still!!! They were very excited, and just wouldn't stop moving!

I LOVE THEM!! Children in motion are the only photographs taken around here with 4 and 5 year old boys The girls look so happy

Sorry to hear about the rough week, but the ouftits are super cute!! That little clown of yours is a QTpa2T!

 

[billwendy]

Ahhh - what happened to my quote!!!???

NICOLE = I love how cute the girls looked for the Circus!!!

 

[InkspressYourself]

I finished my first Heather Sue outfit. My Tiana is a little off center, but not as off center as it looks. My dd doesn't mind.

I'm thrilled because my dd LOVES it.

The bottom is a peek a boo skirt and I put the frog in there. You can't see it in any of the pictures.

I went and looked at sewing machines today and as bad as I want a new one, I think I'm gonna have to stick to my 4 by 4.

The lady showed my a Janome embroidery only machine that had 5 by 7 but I think I'm gonna wait until I can get something with a 6 by 10. She took my name down, maybe I'll get lucky and someone will trade one in.

I'm looking forward to catching up on this thread tonight. I just glanced and saw some really cute things. I hope I get the chance to comment on them.

 

[InkspressYourself]

2 recent creations I made for big gives coming up... I love how these came out!

Tink cutie on upcycled tank top and bermuda shorts

And a Mike Wazowski t-shirt with Sully on a flouncy preppy skirt

I love these. I need the flouncy skirt pattern.

Finally I have something to contribute. I have not been on here for several months, lots of computer problems, thankfully just got computer back, then I had surgery this past monday on the ankle I broke last summer. So now I have time to check out the boards and the big give. I totally missed Daniel's Big Give, when I didn't have the computer, I am so bummed, but happily following along on Wendy's trip report.

I made this dress for Catherine's Big Give. It is a tinkerbell dress from the criss cross pattern from youcanmakethis.com. I love how it turned out. I posted the pics on the big give site, but somehow messed it up.

QUOTE]The fabric is so pretty together.

Hi Everyone. Sorry I haven't been around. I have officially stopped sewing. I even have some projects unfinished, I'm just completely done. I will be giving away my fabric and a few of my machines soon, so I will keep you all posted... most likely on facebook. I have been lurking and admiring everyone's new creations.

I hope everything is ok.

So I had a skirt I made to get photos of how I constructed the apron & pocket. Although I liked how it came out, I decided to do a re-work of it and came up with this.

Here's what it looked like before:

I would so wear that

I'm happy to report the DGD6 made level 4 team in gymnastics!!! Thanks to everyone for the prayers and well wishes. She was so excited. The handed out letters at the end of practice to the ones that made it. She came running to DD and I all excited saying I made it, I made level 4. In the car she told me she was "duper, duper excited" (instead of super duper).

Yay!

TeresaJoy, my dd saw your girls skirts and yelled "I want that. Make me one right now" Ummm, ok. Really honey, I'm not that good or that fast, but thanks for the vote of confidence.

 

[InkspressYourself]

Okay, I'm back with photos...
As many of your who read my FB page know, It's been a stressful week for me.
Sunday/Monday Hannah had a fever (up to 102.5) and her surgery has been postponed. If someone cancels, MAYBE she could go on May 6th, however, it's a slim to none chance. She is currently booked for May 25th for her eye surgery and we have to go thru ALL the pre-op appointments again.

Also on Monday Megan went to her Little Blessings program (8-12)
This is in the school where she attends the K3 (preschool) as well.
Well, they went to the gym since it was yucky out and a 5 year old who is known for his lack of attention, hyper activity, etc, ran into her and toppled her over, landed on her and their heads collided. He is twice her size. The teachers were there and they put ice on her head.
I forget if she mentioned a headache that day- but she was fine when I picked her up. Tuesday at preschool a little girl classmate also knocked her over, fell on top of her and she fell backwards and hit her head.
She was complaining of her ear hurting and I gave her tylenol. She woke in middle of night crying about her headaching. I gave her tylenol.
I called the Dr Wed afternoon since she mentioned it again (ear), but they closed early so she could go to a conference, so I spoke to her. She was clearly distracted because she said since she was warm and complaining of her ear maybe an ear infection was brewing. and to call her Thur (again on call because the office is closed Thursdays)
GRRR. I was really upset Thursday, I even called my chiropactor where she goes- and she too was closed and at a conference all day! I also noticed her head was swollen on one side and felt mushy to the touch.

Long story short, she was seen yesterday morning. She did have a concussion, she has a LARGE (4"x4") hematoma.
She can "maintain normal activities" but she can't run around, and another head injury right now would be very bad.
She is doing okay- but if her head gets touched or even slightly bumped at all she will cry in pain.
I have decided to keep her with my Mon-Wed and the jury is out on preschool for Thursday.

After going to the doctors she went to her circus. It was really cute. They all pretended (with the teachers encouragement) that a large playhouse was on fire. And then brought in a big toy fire truck to put the fire out- but that didnt work, so they run and get their spray water bottles and spray the house, then spray the audience- they were the best act!
The little girl I made the dress for was afraid of the crowds so I really didnt get to take pics of her.

ruffled butt

I had to make something for Hannah to match her sister....I really love this outfit, I made the pants in 1 hour at midnight!!!
YOu can see thru the painted smile that Megan isn't at her best here- she didnt end up having much of a nap and was a bit cranky.

That is so scary. I feel so bad for your little girl. I hope she feels better soon. The outfits are adorable!

 

[glorib]

Yikes - here we go. I guess they'll let me wear the Minnie dot at the parks? It's not too character-ish? This pattern isn't the most flattering for large busted girls, but it's too late now - I've made it, so I'm gonna wear it.

and here's the Mickey bling t-shirt

Pardon the mess that is my kitchen behind me - I might clean it up later - if I'm not too busy sewing! Oh, yeah - since I'm making excuses about my messy kitchen - I should add that the little quote saying behind me is: "Happiness is realizing that giving our children a good home is more important than a clean house."

 

[SallyfromDE]

Teresa: The skirts are ADORABLE and the girls are so cute in them!

QUICK QUESTION: Has anyone used gold metallic thread in their serger? I'm going to do a Christmas Belle and want to do a rolled hem edge on the sleeve organza from this. Am I likely to have "issues" with this?

I haven't used it in my serger, but I think I saw needles to use with the metallic thread.

One more question:

I have the brother pe-770 embroidery machine. It comes with a 5x7 hoop. Do any of you know if I can purchase a bigger hoop like a 6x10 to use with this machine? I can't seem to figure this out and if it is a possiblity, I thought I would look into it for mother's day.

It will only do 5X7, but a larger hoop will keep you from having to re hoop a design, if you wanted to do something, like a name under a pattern.

Soooo, if hubby asks how much I spent at Joann's today...do I start with how much I SAVED...$124...or how much I SPENT...$125...

I should be busy for the next few weeks!

Nini

Why not keep half in the trunk of the car until you need it. Then you can ct those figures in half!!

I finished my first Heather Sue outfit. My Tiana is a little off center, but not as off center as it looks. My dd doesn't mind.

I'm thrilled because my dd LOVES it.

The bottom is a peek a boo skirt and I put the frog in there. You can't see it in any of the pictures.

I went and looked at sewing machines today and as bad as I want a new one, I think I'm gonna have to stick to my 4 by 4.

The lady showed my a Janome embroidery only machine that had 5 by 7 but I think I'm gonna wait until I can get something with a 6 by 10. She took my name down, maybe I'll get lucky and someone will trade one in.

I'm looking forward to catching up on this thread tonight. I just glanced and saw some really cute things. I hope I get the chance to comment on them.

I think it's darling. I never would have noticed it was off center if you hadn't mentioned it. I just looked at this fabic in Walmart today. I wish I had bought a peice. But I'm trying to finish up some projects I've got at home first.

 

[birdie757]

QUESTIONFor those of you that work frequently with rolled hems - which is turning out to be a favorite of mine now that I have my serger set corectly - do you have like 3 spools of every overlock thread color under the sun or do you use regular thread sometimes to get particular colors?
I just took 3 similar shades of green embroidery thread and adjusted my tension settings to get a green rolled hem. It turned out pretty good! So then I was wondering what everyone else does. It is not the most economical solution but works in a pinch I guess!

I only buy 1 spool of thread to do rolled hems...I am super cheap. I just put it in my upper looper and you can't tell. The only cones I have more than one of are black and white. Sometimes if I really want a solid rolled hem that is highly contrasting the fabric color I will get one spool of wooly nylon to put in the upper looper.

 

[RMAMom]

Thanks!

Thanks! It is Carla C's Preppy Skirts e-book. There are 3 versions of skirts in this e-book, this one is the ruffled version.



Thanks!

Thank you. I have that e-book and have never made that version because the pictures in the book look nothing like yours. I'll have to take a second look!

Soooo, if hubby asks how much I spent at Joann's today...do I start with how much I SAVED...$124...or how much I SPENT...$125...

I should be busy for the next few weeks!

Nini

I always answer that question with a question. When he asks what I spent I always ask, Do you really want to know? He usually decides that he doesn't

Okay, I'm back with photos...
As many of your who read my FB page know, It's been a stressful week for me.
Sunday/Monday Hannah had a fever (up to 102.5) and her surgery has been postponed. If someone cancels, MAYBE she could go on May 6th, however, it's a slim to none chance. She is currently booked for May 25th for her eye surgery and we have to go thru ALL the pre-op appointments again.

Also on Monday Megan went to her Little Blessings program (8-12)
This is in the school where she attends the K3 (preschool) as well.
Well, they went to the gym since it was yucky out and a 5 year old who is known for his lack of attention, hyper activity, etc, ran into her and toppled her over, landed on her and their heads collided. He is twice her size. The teachers were there and they put ice on her head.
I forget if she mentioned a headache that day- but she was fine when I picked her up. Tuesday at preschool a little girl classmate also knocked her over, fell on top of her and she fell backwards and hit her head.
She was complaining of her ear hurting and I gave her tylenol. She woke in middle of night crying about her headaching. I gave her tylenol.
I called the Dr Wed afternoon since she mentioned it again (ear), but they closed early so she could go to a conference, so I spoke to her. She was clearly distracted because she said since she was warm and complaining of her ear maybe an ear infection was brewing. and to call her Thur (again on call because the office is closed Thursdays)
GRRR. I was really upset Thursday, I even called my chiropactor where she goes- and she too was closed and at a conference all day! I also noticed her head was swollen on one side and felt mushy to the touch.

Long story short, she was seen yesterday morning. She did have a concussion, she has a LARGE (4"x4") hematoma.
She can "maintain normal activities" but she can't run around, and another head injury right now would be very bad.
She is doing okay- but if her head gets touched or even slightly bumped at all she will cry in pain.
I have decided to keep her with my Mon-Wed and the jury is out on preschool for Thursday.

After going to the doctors she went to her circus. It was really cute. They all pretended (with the teachers encouragement) that a large playhouse was on fire. And then brought in a big toy fire truck to put the fire out- but that didnt work, so they run and get their spray water bottles and spray the house, then spray the audience- they were the best act!
The little girl I made the dress for was afraid of the crowds so I really didnt get to take pics of her.

ruffled butt

I had to make something for Hannah to match her sister....I really love this outfit, I made the pants in 1 hour at midnight!!!
YOu can see thru the painted smile that Megan isn't at her best here- she didnt end up having much of a nap and was a bit cranky.

The outfits are adorable. I am so sorry that Megan was injured. I think I would find a new preschool!

 

[NiniMorris]

Sally...that is a good idea...but I have a mini van...no hiding there!

I always answer that question with a question. When he asks what I spent I always ask, Do you really want to know? He usually decides that he doesn't

LOL...my hubby's only comment was with all that fabric I could not have possibly stayed on budget..I told him I came in 25 under budget...he then said he didn't want to know what my budget was!



Nini

 

[Diz-Mommy]

Yikes - here we go. I guess they'll let me wear the Minnie dot at the parks? It's not too character-ish? This pattern isn't the most flattering for large busted girls, but it's too late now - I've made it, so I'm gonna wear it.

and here's the Mickey bling t-shirt

Pardon the mess that is my kitchen behind me - I might clean it up later - if I'm not too busy sewing! Oh, yeah - since I'm making excuses about my messy kitchen - I should add that the little quote saying behind me is: "Happiness is realizing that giving our children a good home is more important than a clean house."

I love the tops!! And I love that saying!! I need one for every room of my house Sewing is just so much more fun than CLEANING- ick!

 

[billwendy]

I like your Grown Up Minnie Top too!!!!! Have a ball wearing it ! You look adorable~!!

 

[PolyndianPrincessJes]

That is SOOOO cute!! If I didn't despise my arms so much that I never wore anything sleeveless, I'd absolutely wear that to the parks!! Hmmm, maybe I need to lift weights between now and December. OK, maybe some jumping jacks, too.

 

[GoofyG]

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Just wanted to say how PROUD I am about miss Ellarie. She got evaluated on Wednesday and found out on Friday that she made level 4 team in gymnastics. She is so exctied and she did her best, I'm just so proud of her. She is just now old enough to compete, so here is to a year of busy schedules. The sad part is doesn't look like trip to the world will be happening as much.

 

[billwendy]

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Just wanted to say how PROUD I am about miss Ellarie. She got evaluated on Wednesday and found out on Friday that she made level 4 team in gymnastics. She is so exctied and she did her best, I'm just so proud of her. She is just now old enough to compete, so here is to a year of busy schedules. The sad part is doesn't look like trip to the world will be happening as much.

Way to go Ellarie!!!!

Just updated Daniel's trip report!
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=36492050#post36492050