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

[Camping Griswalds]

Thanks again everyone for the kind words.

I finally added the bodice to the Zoe skirt I made for the illustrations. I really had wanted to get it done to include in the pattern but that didn't happen. However, I wanted to share it here for those who've wondered about how it would work. I made my own bodice pattern but I think this would work with just about any bodice that had a gathered skirt attached. I really like how this came out!

What great colors!

 

[Diz-Mommy]

I had a long response typed out Saturday. Quoted several people I wanted to respond to that had in turn responded to my quest for a great sewing/embroidery machine. When I went to hit reply it said I was NOT logged in! UGH! I HAD logged in. I guess maybe I was taking too long to post?

Anyway. I want to thank all of you that have responded so far. I love hearing all of the different opinions. Your likes. Dislikes. I am trying to go back through everyone's post and make a list of all of the machines listed so far and research each one. Whew! That is a chore in and of itself.

I have no idea how to embroidery. I have no idea how to do appliques. I am completely lost to all of this.

Again, thanks to all of you so far. Keep 'em coming!

I'm the one that suggested the Brother 4500D...anyhow I just wanted to add, that I knew NOTHING, ZERO, NADA, ZILCH about embroidering or applique before I got my machine. I all knew was that I wanted to be able to do it, so I would say my machine was/is very user friendly considering my only prior machine experience before that purchase was on an antique sewing machine (really, antique...it was my Great Grandmothers and she probably bought it used which tells you it was probably outdated when she owned it!), a $89 Wal-Mart special I bought when I was in highschool home ec, and my DMIL's ancient Singer she let me borrow when my Wal-Mart special broke.

Okay, here is my take on the simply sweet princess sundresses. It's Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Ariel (not THRILLED with that one, but it's hard to interpret a fish) and my little Tinkerbell. Try to check out her shoes. We got the most compliments on those!!!!!

(I had to throw this one in...I love it. My older daughter has waited SO long for a baby!)

They are so beautiful!! I love all of your sets, but this picture totally melts my heart

Thanks again everyone for the kind words.

I finally added the bodice to the Zoe skirt I made for the illustrations. I really had wanted to get it done to include in the pattern but that didn't happen. However, I wanted to share it here for those who've wondered about how it would work. I made my own bodice pattern but I think this would work with just about any bodice that had a gathered skirt attached. I really like how this came out!

Lisa, to say I'm forever in awe of your sewing talent is the understatement of the year!

 

[LisaZoe]

I've been really backed up on sewing lately, so haven't had much time to keep up on the thread. But fortunately I did eek out an Easter dress for Katie Friday night. Kit, her AG doll even got one to match. Although I didn't finish that one until this morning!

So cute! I love border prints like that.

Megan loved it and didn't want to take it off. I was almost afraid to let her try it on, it is so beautiful. I posted these on facebook so scroll along if you've already seen them!

Close up of the flowers:

So pretty! I love this photo of Megan!!!

So cute. I really need to start sewing for myself again.

Hello All,
I have not been on the boards for a long time....had a baby, been busy sewing for our recent trip (not to mention I own a business and am the mother of a competitive dancer....no sleep for me!). Anyways, I wanted to share the customs I made for my trip. I will try to post one or two outfits a day for the next couple days. (I made 11 sets of 5!!!!)
Enjoy!
P.S. The older blonde girl and the baby are mine....the other three are my nieces and nephew.

Wow, you were busy! Those came out so cute. I love that line from MM and think this colorway is perfect for Minnie/Mickey sets. I didn't realize the flowers came in 2 sizes, though. I think I'm in trouble...

So, without further ado-

Thanks for posting your photo! I think the top came out really cute. I bet it's comfortable, too.

I think this is beautiful. DD would love it.

This is sooo beautiful! I cant wait to try it for Madi!

What great colors!

Lisa, to say I'm forever in awe of your sewing talent is the understatement of the year!

Thank you! Is it bad that I was considering doing the dress version as a separate pattern? Obviously someone with the skirt pattern could probably figure out how to add it to a bodice but I think some people are more comfortable with patterns that have it all shown for them so they don't have to try to 'frankenpattern' something themselves.

 

[HeatherSue]

She is SO pretty! I love the dresses, so unique!

And, did I hear you were laughing at poor Pierre??????

Yes, she was calling him a cross between a walrus and a rabbit. The poor little thing still loved her, though.

Pierre is really funny looking, poor thing! His ears are so big compared to Josie's and he always looks confused.

Well, I NEVER!

Both of the dresses look great! I love the pockets in the adult dress and the applique on your daughter's dress looks really good! I love seeing pictures of adult stuff! Great job!

I love these outfits! The flowered print that you used is perfect for Minnie!

You were making fun of poor Pierre??? Shame on you!

I know, can you believe it??? The poor dog is bounced around to 7 homes by the time he's 7 years old. He was unwanted and just longing for someone to love him. He finally found a forever family with us. Then we have a guest that makes fun of him, while he's gazing into her eyes, just begging to be loved. It's so, so, sad...

More extreme cuteness!!

Please, please thumbnail it if you happen to repost it

I thought about trying to blow it up to fill the whole page, but I decided to respect your wishes. I love this shirt! It looks very professionally done and looks great on you. The fabric you used is perfect! It's so great to see a picture of you!! You should post it on youcanmakethis in the "I made this" section!

I have no idea how to embroidery. I have no idea how to do appliques. I am completely lost to all of this.

Once you get your machine, feel free to ask all the questions that you want about how to use it for embroidery and applique! We've got lots of tips!

I don't know how to thumbnail pics, but I love how the top turned out! I have been loving the children ones and never have enough cute things for me. This may have to go on my wishlist! You look great in it!

There's a thumbnail tutorial in the very first post if you'd like to learn how!

I didn't quote, because I don't know how to do a thumbnail

There's a thumbnail tutorial in the very first post if you'd like to learn how!

(I had to throw this one in...I love it. My older daughter has waited SO long for a baby!)

First of all, I love all of the princess dresses! The Ariel one is my favorite! I love how you did that! It's different from what I'm used to seeing for Ariel and I really like it! Second, the last picture makes me cry! What a beautiful photo! I keep tearing back up again every time I see someone quoting it!

I had to come out of lurking to comment on this last photo. How cute are your two girls!? you can really tell how much they love eachother, gorgeous!

Love everything everyone has posted lately!

Daniela!

I LOVE it!! Beautiful!

 

[jholbron]

I am researching embroidery machines as well. I have never sewn. My research has led me to the following:

1. It seems I can get more bang for my buck to buy a separate embroidery and sewing machine. Space not being an issue.

2. The closest dealer to me sells Bernina. The ldaies at the store are super nice. The machine I have been looking at is the Bernette 340 for I think $1300.00. They are having a tax free sale the April 17th so, I wanted to get one that weekend. Does anybody have one of these?

3. The brother dealer is across town and would take be twice as far if not farther than the bernina dealer. Their nice too.

Which brand is better?

Can I use HeatherSues designs with the Bernina?

TIA,
JoEllen

 

[HeatherSue]

I am researching embroidery machines as well. I have never sewn. My research has led me to the following:

1. It seems I can get more bang for my buck to buy a separate embroidery and sewing machine. Space not being an issue.

2. The closest dealer to me sells Bernina. The ldaies at the store are super nice. The machine I have been looking at is the Bernette 340 for I think $1300.00. They are having a tax free sale the April 17th so, I wanted to get one that weekend. Does anybody have one of these?

3. The brother dealer is across town and would take be twice as far if not farther than the bernina dealer. Their nice too.

Which brand is better?

Can I use HeatherSues designs with the Bernina?

TIA,
JoEllen

Bernina machines use the ART format and only Bernina embroidery software will allow digitizers to convert to ART. I don't have that software. So, you'd have to make sure if comes with software that will allow you to convert other formats to ART!

 

[rie'smom]

I am researching embroidery machines as well. I have never sewn. My research has led me to the following:

1. It seems I can get more bang for my buck to buy a separate embroidery and sewing machine. Space not being an issue.

2. The closest dealer to me sells Bernina. The ldaies at the store are super nice. The machine I have been looking at is the Bernette 340 for I think $1300.00. They are having a tax free sale the April 17th so, I wanted to get one that weekend. Does anybody have one of these?

3. The brother dealer is across town and would take be twice as far if not farther than the bernina dealer. Their nice too.

Which brand is better?

Can I use HeatherSues designs with the Bernina?

TIA,
JoEllen

My first embroidery/ sewing machine was a Bernina. It sews well but it makes a clippety clop noise that drove me crazy and when I was ready to upgrade, I went back to the Bernina dealer to try a machine and the newer machines still made the same noise. That's why I tried a Brother.

 

[mom2rtk]

I love how she is posed with her purse and doll. She is too cute.

Beautiful outfit and glad you got the dress done for the doll too.

Beautiful as always! Katie is just so cute and I love the matching AG dress.

Janet - great easter dress, looks very pretty.

So cute! I love border prints like that.

She is SO pretty! I love the dresses, so unique!

Many thanks for all the kind words everyone! And I'm sorry if I missed anyone!

LISA: LOVE the top pattern. You're right.... some could figure it out on their own.... buy WHY????? You've done SUCH a nice job putting them together that I'm sure that addition would attract additional buyers.

YOU'RE ON A ROLL!

 

[jholbron]

Bernina machines use the ART format and only Bernina embroidery software will allow digitizers to convert to ART. I don't have that software. So, you'd have to make sure if comes with software that will allow you to convert other formats to ART!

Can you give me the name of some software that will do this? Does it usually come with the machine?

JoEllen

 

[revrob]

Thank you! Is it bad that I was considering doing the dress version as a separate pattern? Obviously someone with the skirt pattern could probably figure out how to add it to a bodice but I think some people are more comfortable with patterns that have it all shown for them so they don't have to try to 'frankenpattern' something themselves.

well, I could probably figure it out. BUT, as soon as I looked at it, I thought, ok, did she use several casings of elastic in the back? How did she attach the bow? Is the front "sash" sewn into the waist seam? and wouldn't this be cute with that back tie thing that meets in the middle and ties in a bow!
If you added the option of doing that bow thing in the middle of the back, I'd totally buy the pattern just for that! You could also add an option for a straight skirt with the euro ruffle around the bottom (since you "taught" the euro ruffle in the pattern for the skirt already!) and it would be a totally different look.
I think you should go for it!

 

[tjcrabb]

Okay, I have been a lurker on this thread forever. I also have to admit that the last time I have used a sewing machine was junior high home ec. Lets just say that it was a bit of a disaster. (A drawstring bag that never closed right) I really wanted to love it but I found it frustrating and boring. Well fast forward about 15 plus years, I have a sewing machine still in the box collecting dust. Then one day I stumble upon this thread and voila I am interested again. I jumped right in and started with the Big Give and some crayon rolls. I am pretty happy with how they turned out. I have already bought several CarlaC patterns and they are on my to do list.

Sorry for the quality. I had to use my cellphone, my camera was lost in the move.
Tricia

 

[ut*disney]

I just got back from the sewing shop. They demonstrated the Brother Innov-is 4200D because they just sold the last 2800D. It was WAY cool! I couldn't believe it would actually thread itself! I didn't hear any noise. I was truly amazed. The price for the 2800D was $3,000. I knew they were expensive, but I was a little shocked. The 4200D is out of the picture because it is $1,500 more than the 2800D.

Is it worth it to spend this kind of money?

I would be using the machine for our business, our daughter's dance class outfits, Disney, basically personal use. I guess I could venture off and try to make some money at some point, but not sure if there is a market for this type of stuff.

Thoughts?

 

[billwendy]

Hi Everyone,

Here are my latest Big GIve outfits. All of the Disneyish stuff was spoken for, so I made something for their Dolphin Excursion. For the girls I made towel pants ( it gets chilly on those boats sometimes) and tshirts and for the boy I made dolphin camo shorts and a tshirt. Thanks to Kathy for helping me out with the dolphins!!!!!!!

And I made this for Billy for our trip -he loves anything Patriotic!!

And, today my niece came home from a trip to help at a Russian orphanage with our church and my nephew went back to Cedarville!! And as all this is going on, their mom has been back in the hospital since Saturday - gallbladder surgery with complications - and 3 other siblings under 7! Its been a crazy few days!!!

 

[LisaZoe]

well, I could probably figure it out. BUT, as soon as I looked at it, I thought, ok, did she use several casings of elastic in the back? How did she attach the bow? Is the front "sash" sewn into the waist seam? and wouldn't this be cute with that back tie thing that meets in the middle and ties in a bow!
If you added the option of doing that bow thing in the middle of the back, I'd totally buy the pattern just for that! You could also add an option for a straight skirt with the euro ruffle around the bottom (since you "taught" the euro ruffle in the pattern for the skirt already!) and it would be a totally different look.
I think you should go for it!

Let's see...

* Yes there are 6 rows of casing for elastic. I used 1/2" elastic so it's fairly stretchy to go over the head & shoulders but still not so stretchy it will sag from the weight of the skirt (like shirring seems to do sometimes). I really like elastic for kids clothes to get a nice fit that's still flexible enough to grow some with the child.

* No the bow and sash aren't attached BUT after doing this one I would definitely make the sash sewn on in the front with the ties sewn into the side seams instead of the way I did this one. I ended up putting belt loops on the sides of this dress so the sash stays where it should be. I really don't like when Zoe (or I) have had dresses with belts and there isn't a way to keep the belt where it's supposed to be. That's why I'll be doing it differently the next one. I may even take some of my Zoe skirt samples and rework them into dresses so I can focus on the bodice and not worry about making a whole new dress each time.

* I'm not sure what you mean about "wouldn't this be cute with that back tie thing that meets in the middle and ties in a bow" or "doing that bow thing in the middle of the back". I just tied the sash into a bow in the back.

* I like the idea of variations for the skirt. I was also thinking of options for the bodice, like more of a sweetheart neckline, halter ties, knotted ties, etc. As you might have figured out, I want a pattern to give me plenty of variations other than just being made with different fabric and trim. As such I'm trying to include at least a few variations in my patterns.

 

[cydswipe]

My 2 votes puts our sewing idol to 800...

Have you voted!?!?!?!?

 

[Tweevil]

Hi Everyone,

Here are my latest Big GIve outfits. All of the Disneyish stuff was spoken for, so I made something for their Dolphin Excursion. For the girls I made towel pants ( it gets chilly on those boats sometimes) and tshirts and for the boy I made dolphin camo shorts and a tshirt. Thanks to Kathy for helping me out with the dolphins!!!!!!!

And I made this for Billy for our trip -he loves anything Patriotic!!

And, today my niece came home from a trip to help at a Russian orphanage with our church and my nephew went back to Cedarville!! And as all this is going on, their mom has been back in the hospital since Saturday - gallbladder surgery with complications - and 3 other siblings under 7! Its been a crazy few days!!!

Wendy,
Those towel pants are too cool. Was it hard to put elastic in the waist?

And sending blessings to your niece and nephews family. Can I ask where Cedarville is?


And.....

I am working on my first two simply sweets... wish me luck!

 

[Bugsmom73]

Hi Everyone,

Here are my latest Big GIve outfits. All of the Disneyish stuff was spoken for, so I made something for their Dolphin Excursion. For the girls I made towel pants ( it gets chilly on those boats sometimes) and tshirts and for the boy I made dolphin camo shorts and a tshirt. Thanks to Kathy for helping me out with the dolphins!!!!!!!

Where did you get the Dolphin Camo? I used it last year for DS pjs and I can't remember where I got it? He loves those Jammies.

 

[billwendy]

Wendy,
Those towel pants are too cool. Was it hard to put elastic in the waist?

And sending blessings to your niece and nephews family. Can I ask where Cedarville is?


And.....

I am working on my first two simply sweets... wish me luck!

You go girl!!! you can do it - Carla is such a good teacher and you learn without even realizing you are learning!!!! lol

Cedarville is in Ohio. Next year both Andrew and Bekah will be there! Andrew's fiance also goes there - they all love it! It is not hard to put elastic in at all. I just used the easyfit pants pattern from Carla and walla!!! We have them for my neices and nephew (the little ones, not the big ones - lol) on the beach and they just love them! They are also great carseat savers when you do the beach alot like we do.

So, how was your trip and the ride back home?????

Where did you get the Dolphin Camo? I used it last year for DS pjs and I can't remember where I got it? He loves those Jammies.

I got it at Joann's just last week!!! I love it too!!!!

 

[ellenbenny]

Hi Everyone,

Here are my latest Big GIve outfits. All of the Disneyish stuff was spoken for, so I made something for their Dolphin Excursion. For the girls I made towel pants ( it gets chilly on those boats sometimes) and tshirts and for the boy I made dolphin camo shorts and a tshirt. Thanks to Kathy for helping me out with the dolphins!!!!!!!

I love outifts and especially the towel pants, what a great idea!!

 

[Tweevil]

Wendy,
That's funny about Cedarville, I thought they were coming over by me to visit. There's a city here called that.
The trip was awesome! The drive back much better than going down. We ended up staying until after 6 on Friday in Disney and then hit the road. I stopped in SC for a sleepover and took our time. I think we got back here around 8p Saturday night - but we weren't beat up. I think I am going to start doing stop overs more often. lol

Oh, we had a side tour too - I ended up in the DC area in front of the Pentagon, Monument, and other neat places. I must have zigged when I should have zagged - I try to listen to Wanda the GPS but sometimes I tune her out. It was actually fun.

When do you guys leave?