Disboutiquers Part 23 Kids Disney Boutique / Customs Clothes psst..we sew ;-)

[rtruba]

OMW - thank you everyone for the warm welcome. I need to figure out how to add tickers so I can count down my days. lol. I haven't done any disney customs yet, so this will be a first for me this trip. I don't know how to applique except throw an initial on. One layer stuff nothing more. I just got a serger a few months ago, I do not own an embroidery machine.

And I guess I cannot post pics for 8 more posts now. lol. oh well

 

[heatherskiba]

We have a

NEW BIG GIVE!!!​

Korissa's Big Give
http://s3.excoboard.com/DisBigGive/70543/792031

Korissa's Magical Make a Wish PTR:
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=37545203

This is a wonderful family with five kids. Only 4 of their kids are going, but they are also bringing Korissa's best friend along, so we still have 5 kids to spoil!!!

Most of the kids, including, Korissa are teens that only want custom t-shirts (Korissa and her best friend love Thing 1 and Thing 2, anyone want to make shirts???) so, I KNOW we can do this!

There is one sweet little 7 year old, that we have to spoil with custom outfits though, so there is something here for everyone!!!

I know a lot of people are gone this week, but hopefully we can get a bunch of people helping out this wonderful family!!!​

I'm trying!!! Just waiting for my account to be authorized....
t-shirts are something I can do!!!

 

[SallyfromDE]

Well I am at 29.5 hours!

I finished up Alison's HS outfit tonight:

I absolutely love the ruffles on that skirt, I will definitely be making more!

I still need to do an applique tshirt for DH and 4 iron on transfer shirts and then I'll be done with the clothes. Yes, I'm a last minute kind of person! And yes, I still need to pack too.

I just love this!!

A friend of mine wants me to make her dd a pair of jammies... I am really nervous about this because I've never sewn anything life sized.

This is what I know:
1. Her dd is a bit over weight.
2. She plans to pick out the fabric (she wants knit - uh-oh I've never sewn knit)

So, I am thinking (obviously) Easy fit pants for the bottoms - but is there a way to modify them for someone who is a bit bigger?

And which shirt? The bowling shirt? Or the portrait peasant? Or something else?

Gosh - I am so nervous about this, since I am still learning... I am not so nervous about doing it - it's more her picking out the fabric - since she has never sewn - the odds of her picking a fabric that is impossible to sew is quite good. Should I contact her, and tell her I'd prefer to pick the fabric?

THanks everyone for any insight you can give me.

D~

just follow the measurements for the Easy fit, and you'll be okay. I wouldn't do a bowling shirt if you use knit. The peasant I've done in knit, and it's easy enough. Some machines have a knit stitch. Mine says SS (stretch stitch). Or give the fabric just a little bit of stretch as you sew. That way, when the fabric gives, the thread won't tear. You'll be fine.

 

[teresajoy]

I was going to try hooping a shirt using a basting stitch Heather gave me, but I am having a hard time. How do you get the shirt layed out on the hoop right? Does this only work using spray adhesive? I was so excited to try it b/c everyone seems to think this is an easier method, but I am just not having any luck. Any advice?

I have done it several ways. I have used it with sticky back stabalizer, for extra stabalization, and I have just layed it on regular cut away stabalizer that I have hooped. I just try to hold the shirt in place while it is stitching out. I haven't had problems doing it, but my hoop is only 4X4, so I'm sure that could make a big difference!!

 

[teresajoy]

I'm trying!!! Just waiting for my account to be authorized....
t-shirts are something I can do!!!

I didn't see any members pending when I checked a little while ago. I'll go back and see if I can find you! If your username is different than on here, let me know.

 

[teresajoy]

I'm trying!!! Just waiting for my account to be authorized....
t-shirts are something I can do!!!

Found yah!! You should be all set now!!

 

[billwendy]

I was going to try hooping a shirt using a basting stitch Heather gave me, but I am having a hard time. How do you get the shirt layed out on the hoop right? Does this only work using spray adhesive? I was so excited to try it b/c everyone seems to think this is an easier method, but I am just not having any luck. Any advice?

I mark placement on my shirt with the template that came with my hoop. Then I hoop my stabilizer and put a spritz of spray adhesive (this helps alot!) then position the shirt and then stitch out the basting stitch!!

OMW - thank you everyone for the warm welcome. I need to figure out how to add tickers so I can count down my days. lol. I haven't done any disney customs yet, so this will be a first for me this trip. I don't know how to applique except throw an initial on. One layer stuff nothing more. I just got a serger a few months ago, I do not own an embroidery machine.

And I guess I cannot post pics for 8 more posts now. lol. oh well

post away!!!

Hey guys - Im getting a little nervous about Mallory's Big Give - there are quite a few of us who have signed up but have not shipped yet! If you think you may have signed up please come on over and check, just in case you did!! PRetty please?? There are some key things on the list still to be shipped!! If you need help, please let us know!!

 

[poohnpigletCA]

So Auntie (Fairygoodmother) is back from vacation. We were discussing outfits for our Christmas trip to Disneyworld. I let her know that we have now moved the trip to next March as Sierra really wants to go to Harry Potter for her 11th birthday.

I told her that we are now planning on a possible trip to Disneyland this year as it is in driving distance. Auntie got that worried look wondering what was about to happen to her sewing workload.

I told her not to worry as Olivia fit all of Sierra's old costumes and Sierra will be turning 10 so she cannot wear costumes anyway.

Sierra got a worried look and looked up at Auntie all worried and said. "I can't wear costumes but I can still dress cute, right?"

So it looks like Auntie might be sewing some customs for the big girl.


Can you remind me who sells Disney appliques that can be stitched onto an outfit? Auntie does many awesome things bu appliques hurt her hands too badly after her hand surgeries.

 

[rtruba]

Ha ha so I post 7 blank posts? LOL

 

[rtruba]

Actually have a question? How do I go about getting a fancy siggy? so I can countdown

 

[mommy2mrb]

Off to go see the newest Big Give! been waiting for it....

Yay its Korissa, she's the one I thought it would be!! such a beautiful family, can't wait to send them some pixie dust!

 

[Disneymom1218]

Actually have a question? How do I go about getting a fancy siggy? so I can countdown

you have to have 10 or more posts then you can go to http://www.distickers.com/ticker/main.php to make your ticker and post it in your siggy line on your profile.

also I want to say

 

[teresajoy]

So Auntie (Fairygoodmother) is back from vacation. We were discussing outfits for our Christmas trip to Disneyworld. I let her know that we have now moved the trip to next March as Sierra really wants to go to Harry Potter for her 11th birthday.

I told her that we are now planning on a possible trip to Disneyland this year as it is in driving distance. Auntie got that worried look wondering what was about to happen to her sewing workload.

I told her not to worry as Olivia fit all of Sierra's old costumes and Sierra will be turning 10 so she cannot wear costumes anyway.

Sierra got a worried look and looked up at Auntie all worried and said. "I can't wear costumes but I can still dress cute, right?"

So it looks like Auntie might be sewing some customs for the big girl.


Can you remind me who sells Disney appliques that can be stitched onto an outfit? Auntie does many awesome things bu appliques hurt her hands too badly after her hand surgeries.

I'm sorry, I don't remember who was doing it. I think Shannon was for awhile, but I'm not sure if she still is or if she had a shop? If I had a bigger hoop on my embroidery machine, I would like to do it, but I only have a 4x4 hoop! If you want something that small, let me know!

Ha ha so I post 7 blank posts? LOL

Yep!!!

Off to go see the newest Big Give! been waiting for it....

Yay its Korissa, she's the one I thought it would be!! such a beautiful family, can't wait to send them some pixie dust!

Aren't they a sweet family?

 

[mommy2mrb]

Aren't they a sweet family?

Yes they are, I can't imagine all they have gone through with the girls....all this families of sick kids are such an inspiration and I for one feel honored to be able to give them some much needed pixie dust!

 

[cogero]

yeah I finally have something crafty to show again.

These are my first pair of easy fit pants and I made a matching tank.

A close up of the tank

and DD modeling them she is thrilled with them

 

[kkacar]

Ok Sister, DD9 and I picked out fabric today. My sister is going to make her a tunic type style in Minnie Mouse type fabric (red and white polka dot) and place a Minnie applique on it. I am going to make a matching bow for daughter and for the Minnie on the shirt. Then she is going to wear it with a pair of crop leggings that have BLING on them. DD9 picked it all out so I think she is happy. Thanks for all the suggestions. We are going to do another Minnie shirt with mine and her name that matches and Hubby can wear one of his Mickey Shirts. Lastly we are doing a Mickey head applique made with University of Miami fabric. I will post when we get them done. Hopefully I learn something...

Again YALL are amazing at what you can do with a sewing machine.

kelli

 

[DMGeurts]

yeah I finally have something crafty to show again.

These are my first pair of easy fit pants and I made a matching tank.

A close up of the tank

and DD modeling them she is thrilled with them

I replied on FB... but I still love 'em!!! Great job - and I love the applique on the tank!

D~

 

[heatherskiba]

Ok, I'm in the middle of making an applique design and my machine (the brand new Brother 770) has a problem. I'm literally in tears, I'm so frustrated. The first few designs I've done the top thread has been showing through to the back to the point where I could almost use the back side of the design. I know this is a thread tension issue, but haven't really done enough to fool with it yet. Now all of a sudden, right in the middle of satin stitching over the applique, the bobbin thread is coming up through to the top. It's really bad (more bobbin thread showing than the top thread). I've tried EVERYTHING--adjusted the thread tension on the computer screen, taken the bobbin case out and turned the screw that they tell you to in the book, cleaned all fuzz out (even though there wasn't a lot). Has this happened to anyone. and if so any suggestions?? I ready to throw it out the window!

 

[NiniMorris]

Ok, I'm in the middle of making an applique design and my machine (the brand new Brother 770) has a problem. I'm literally in tears, I'm so frustrated. The first few designs I've done the top thread has been showing through to the back to the point where I could almost use the back side of the design. I know this is a thread tension issue, but haven't really done enough to fool with it yet. Now all of a sudden, right in the middle of satin stitching over the applique, the bobbin thread is coming up through to the top. It's really bad (more bobbin thread showing than the top thread). I've tried EVERYTHING--adjusted the thread tension on the computer screen, taken the bobbin case out and turned the screw that they tell you to in the book, cleaned all fuzz out (even though there wasn't a lot). Has this happened to anyone. and if so any suggestions?? I ready to throw it out the window!

Just after I first got my machine it did that...I just KNEW I had torn it up. Oddly enough...I took the thread completely off the spool and rethreaded. It worked perfectly. I had no idea what was happening, but later discovered, the spool had a rough spot in it and grabbed the thread...just enough...to mess with the tension. I keep a small piece of fine sandpaper by my machine and will run it over the spools a bit when they start to 'catch'. Just be sure to turn the spool upside down so any little particles don't fall into the thread. Hope that helps...

Nini

 

[billwendy]

Just after I first got my machine it did that...I just KNEW I had torn it up. Oddly enough...I took the thread completely off the spool and rethreaded. It worked perfectly. I had no idea what was happening, but later discovered, the spool had a rough spot in it and grabbed the thread...just enough...to mess with the tension. I keep a small piece of fine sandpaper by my machine and will run it over the spools a bit when they start to 'catch'. Just be sure to turn the spool upside down so any little particles don't fall into the thread. Hope that helps...

Nini

Nini - that happens to me too!!! Grrr - that drives me CRAZY!!! lol

Sometimes a needle change helps things for some reason too - did you try changing the bobbin all together?