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

[snubie]

One more variation - an apron front. Here are the 3 variations all together (the smallest one I decided to do with fewer ruffles).

These are amazing. I can't wait for the pattern. Lauren does not love ruffles so much but this skirt will be perfect for her, I think.

 

[Granna4679]

ugh, I am so bummed out; I spent two days making adorable rodeo outfits, checked the weather this morning, and there's a freak front coming through; temps are down over 20 degrees and it's going to rain buckets.

I know it sounds stupid, but I just want to cry. They look so, so cute; I even made my first raggy bow (LesTissus instructions are awesome!)...

and I had to put them in jeans and sweatshirts.

I know in the grand scheme of things it really isn't a big deal at all, but figured y'all would understand.

Oh, that stinks! Are you coming to Houston for the Rodeo or is there one in Austin this week as well? There are lots of things (especially the livestock show and the rodeo itself) indoors in Houston. The only real thing outside is the midway rides. Maybe they could still wear them while inside (or with a light jacket)? Its suppose to be 61 degees here today.

 

[Jaylin]

Hi everyone! Sorry I've been mostly lurking around here. I've been keeping up with the reading, because if you don't you'll be 20 pages behind in no time around here....you all move so fast! I'm loving everything that's being made around here. You guys are so inspirational. After seeing those purses a while ago, I gave it a try too......loved it! It was so easy and they look so good!!! Anyway I had posted awhile back about getting my new machine and figuring things out.

Well I'm an accountant and don't exactly have too much free time right now, so I'm not doing much. but I do have everything figured out and am loving my new Brother.

I went to a "user" class at the place where I bought it and learned so much, I was so glad I went. I also bought a ruffler foot while I was there. I practiced with it there but haven't tried yet at home. If this thing really works it's gonna save my hours! Since it seems like everything I do need to be gathered.

Could someone answer a quick question about the ruffler foot for me??? Usually when I'm adding the ruffle at the bottom of the skirt, I would baste it and then gather it to the length that I need it to be. How do you get your ruffle to the exact length you need it with the foot? There is no way to adjust it when it's done. Do you need to just play around with it and see what each setting does?

Does my question even make sense????
Thanks all!

 

[LisaZoe]

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.

That came out really cute. I like how you did the back. Definitely check the interfacing section for the different weights. You might have picked one up that is heavier than needed. It should also soften a bit after washing. I haven't made this pattern myself (yet) but have done similar collared button shirts. Personally, I think it's important to have in those 2 places.

Oh...forgot to ask...
I made Vidas for my DGDs for Easter (should finish the 2nd one tonight). The fabric/fabrics are very busy and I used lots of them. Would you put a simple white shirt under them (like portrait peasant) or would you pick a color out and make a shirt with a solid? Any other suggestions for a shirt to go underneath (I don't want to do tshirts since they are a little fancy and are for Easter Sunday)?

I think plain white or a white on white print would be cute. You could always put some solid tees in different colors under the dresses (or alongside the fabric) to see what you think about that option before making a top.

I 3rd that!! Ever since the pettiskirt pattern came out, Teresa's sales have been almost non-existent. But, I keep hoping people will come to their senses and start buying the pettiskirts again! It only costs about $10 more to buy one than the materials to make one, and they're much fuller!

I have bought fabric to make pettiskirts but the thought of doing all that gathering has held me back. I may end up using the chiffon as 'fluff' on a future skirt to create the look of a pettiskirt underneath but not as full as a real one.

CUUUUUUTE!!! Teresa and I were just talking about you on the phone yesterday. We were saying that we can't wait for this pattern! I'm going to start on the Zoey pattern today. Tessa wants a "rock 'n roll" skirt for her birthday, and I thought the Zoey would work perfectly!

Oh no, people are talking about me! I can't wait to see some of the Zoe skirts people make. It will be so fun to see all the different variations.

I'll be the oddball and say that I think it should be about 1" shorter. It would be cute to see a little more of the fabric underneath in front.

I may need to shorten it once I size the pattern up. I think if I made it the same proportion for the biggest sizes, it might look way too long.

Could someone answer a quick question about the ruffler foot for me??? Usually when I'm adding the ruffle at the bottom of the skirt, I would baste it and then gather it to the length that I need it to be. How do you get your ruffle to the exact length you need it with the foot? There is no way to adjust it when it's done. Do you need to just play around with it and see what each setting does?

Does my question even make sense????
Thanks all!

In theory, you should be able to adjust the settings to get the finished length you want. In practice, mine haven't worked out like that. However, I've been able to adjust the gathering the little I need by pulling the bobbin thread. This works to make the ruffle shorter but I can't get more length once it's been ruffled so I just make sure the ruffle will end up a little longer than needed. Even having to adjust a bit by hand it's much faster than the old-fashioned method of using basting stitches so I still felt like it was a big time saver.

 

[HeatherSue]

Oh no, people are talking about me! I can't wait to see some of the Zoe skirts people make. It will be so fun to see all the different variations.

Oops! Sorry, I spelled Zoe wrong! I'm really looking forward to starting the skirt. I think it's going to be really cute! I suppose I should get offline now and do that! LOL!

 

[ireland_nicole]

Oh, that stinks! Are you coming to Houston for the Rodeo or is there one in Austin this week as well? There are lots of things (especially the livestock show and the rodeo itself) indoors in Houston. The only real thing outside is the midway rides. Maybe they could still wear them while inside (or with a light jacket)? Its suppose to be 61 degees here today.

The Austin one is this week as well; I didn't realize they were the same time. I'd say maybe 35-40% is indoors but the buildings are spread out a bit. I made the difficult decision to not go today, the weather is just miserable. I'm working the weekend, but my family is off, so I might send them on Saturday. Today we're going to the mall, there's an inflatable place, then we're going to buy easter shoes, pick up Princess and the Frog (It's out today, YEAH!), get lunch at a table service restaurant (I just love that my kids are so Disney they class rest.'s by TS and QS) and then come home and watch the movie.

 

[LisaZoe]

Oops! Sorry, I spelled Zoe wrong! I'm really looking forward to starting the skirt. I think it's going to be really cute! I suppose I should get offline now and do that! LOL!

That's not a problem! Zoe's told me she wished I had used a 'y' on her name. I've seen work from school where she's spelled it that way.

I'm off to the post office to get packages and then to work! I'm still having trouble adjusting to the time change so my body thinks it's not even 8 yet.

 

[angel23321]

I LOVE the new skirt Lisa. I agree, Chef Mickey's totally!!!

So I need to go get more bunny fabric for DD's Easter dress. I bought all they had and hoped it would be enough but I changed what I was doing and it's not. I'm hoping they have more in stock by now.

I know someone posted about a pattern they used for making their own leotards (gymnastic ones)...anyone remember what the pattern was? DD needs new ones and I hate paying so much for them and they aren't exactly what she wants. LOL.

 

[ProudDanceMom]

Thanks for the Welcome!

I just have to share the conversation I just had with DD6 while waiting for the bus (plus I need a couple more posts before I can post pictures).

Lauren: "Mommy, your birthday is this weekend."
Me: "Yes"
Lauren: "But we haven't gotten you a present, what do you want for your birthday?"
Me: "Um, how about a new sewing machine "
Lauren: "OK, I'll tell Daddy!"

Now, I doubt that he'll buy me one, but it doesn't hurt to try.

 

[sahm1000]

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.aspx?p=A&c=12907&s=3102222&i=1&r=157178



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

Now please vote!

 

[Tnkrbelle565]

Yeah I did it!!!!!!

FIRST??? And yet you leave your friends behind

SUPER CUTE!!!! Love it!!!

Hi...can anyone join in?

My name is Kelly, and I live outside of Philadelphia, PA.

I'm definitely a beginner at sewing, but I've made a few curtains, and (simple)halloween costumes for my kids...so I'm not totally new.


I need a hobby that gets me away from Facebook games..... so I've decided to try to fill my time with sewing.

My kids are a little old for most of the things here, but I have a few little girls in my life that will LOVE some frilly skirts and dresses.


and since I see you are 3 pages in after a few hours..I KNOW I will not be able to keep up

to our little family!

Darn it! I got left behind again! We got back from Disneyland late last night. We had a great trip but I am miserably sick right now! I'll post pictures when the meds are cooperating.

Welcome home Jeanne!!! Feel better

Hi guys! I made it over. I am not even doing a good job of window shopping lately. I love everything that I have seen. I hope to post some new things after we move in April. We have a trip in May (with Kristine and her family) and I am only making 2 shirts for each boy and 2 dresses for Ash- much different than then 30+ shirts I made for each boy last trip!

I was scanning through and saw my name! Yes, Stacy and I are going to having a little African adventure for Star Wars Weekend! Our plan is to make Randy take all 3 kids on the rides for 6 days straight so we can relax!

Surgery update!!

DGD3's surgery went very well. It took 2 1/2hrs and she has 60-70 stitches in the roof of her mouth. Dr had hoped to lengthen her palate by 1cm, but he was able to get 2cm. He was very pleased. She has a long road of speech therapy ahead to retrain the muscles in her palate.

She has to have liquid/puree diet for 10 days. He wants nothing past her lips. After 10 days then she will have a soft diet for the remainder of the 3 weeks. He wants her to use a baby spoon (soft spoon) and he wants it to go no further than her teeth, so we will probably have to feed her. Right now we are lucky if we get a sip of liquid and hour down her.

Glad the surgery went well but was I the only person who had no clue she had a cleft palate????

Hi Everyone!

I'm new and have been trying to read through part 19 and am so amazed by what everyone has made!

A little about me...
I am a stay at home to three girls, ages 8, 6, and 19 months. My older two are competitive dancers and their Dance Studio was accepted to dance at Disney in June! My sister and I will be taking the two of them while my husband stays home with our youngest.

I've been sewing since I can remember (grew up sewing in 4-H) and made a ton of things for the girls when we went to Disney in 2007. However, nothing as cool as the things here...I have so many new things to try!

I actually ended up making the costumes for my 6 year old's dance team this year....making 8 of the same thing kind of burnt me out, but I'm ready to get going again!

Anyways, I'm excited to be here and when I have enough posts, I'll share some pictures of the dance costumes!

Sara

I am going to be PMing you when the dance studio orders my child a huge costume again and I have to alter it! She had a long torso but they seriously ordered her a size 14 last year...and she was 5! I had to re-sew the whole thing!

 

[livndisney]

Hey Kristine



Facebook ate my first message, I tried to let you know we had moved.

 

[Tnkrbelle565]

Hey Kristine



Facebook ate my first message, I tried to let you know we had moved.

I know...FB is all messed up.

 

[birdie757]

I LOVE the new skirt Lisa. I agree, Chef Mickey's totally!!!

So I need to go get more bunny fabric for DD's Easter dress. I bought all they had and hoped it would be enough but I changed what I was doing and it's not. I'm hoping they have more in stock by now.

I know someone posted about a pattern they used for making their own leotards (gymnastic ones)...anyone remember what the pattern was? DD needs new ones and I hate paying so much for them and they aren't exactly what she wants. LOL.

I have posted before that I love Jalie 2792. I have made it lots of times and even used swim suit fabric to make casual swim suits with it. I have also added a flounce skirt to it to use for ballet. Here are a few pics

 

[Daisy'sMama]

One more variation - an apron front. Here are the 3 variations all together (the smallest one I decided to do with fewer ruffles).

These are great! Are they skorts or skirts? Are you making the pattern to sell?
thanks
Stephanie

 

[poohnpigletCA]

I 3rd that!! Ever since the pettiskirt pattern came out, Teresa's sales have been almost non-existent. But, I keep hoping people will come to their senses and start buying the pettiskirts again! It only costs about $10 more to buy one than the materials to make one, and they're much fuller!

I agree with buying the pettiskirt. Not that I could ever sew one. We have 2 of Teressa pettiskirts and they are so soft and full! They have been packed in suitcases numerous times and always come out looking great.

 

[sahm1000]

Just a friendly little reminder!!!!


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!

 

[angel23321]

I have posted before that I love Jalie 2792. I have made it lots of times and even used swim suit fabric to make casual swim suits with it. I have also added a flounce skirt to it to use for ballet. Here are a few pics

Thank you!!! What type of fabric do you use?

Ladies, I may need your help. Neither Joann's in my area has more of the bunny fabric. They have a shipment tomorrow so I'll go back and look but if not, I may send out an SOS. LOL. I'm so upset. I finally found what I was going to do and now I may not be able to finish older DD's dress.

 

[dancer_mom]

Hi everyone..
Wanted to post my most recent sewing project. I mostly lurk and love all of the creative ideas you guys have. I am still very beginner and so I sew really slowly. Sorry it's not Disney... I have to be patient and wait till a little closer to our trip to do those outfits.

An Easter dress - Carla C's Precious Dress - and I just sewed the extra flowers on.

 

[mom2rtk]

LISA - I'm loving the idea someone threw out there for chef Mickey... or in our case maybe Goofy's Kitchen this summer.....

When do you think you'll have your pattern available for sale????