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

[ellenbenny]

Thursday was Epcot day, no special event but still lots of compliments on the dress.

And not sewing related, but I saw the cutest otters playing near the water by the bridge between Saratoga Springs and Downtown Disney

 

[ellenbenny]

Friday we went back to 1900 Park Fare, but for breakfast. We ended up being seated at the same table we had on Weds night!

This dress is one of my all time favorites!

 

[jessica52877]

Ellen, I really LOVE everything! She is just the cutest little thing too!

Look in the siggy's for people's etsy and ebay pages where they sell. Some of us get in trouble everytime they link their etsy page though.

Heathersue more then likely made the appliques for the dress, but many have made adorable dresses!

Love the pillowcases. I just always do mine normal. Is there advantage to doing them this way? I guess I should watch the video then I would know.

Snoopy and Sally are adorable. That was so nice of you to make them. Yes, I should have quoted all these thing! I am a dork and responding like I did. Guess I should go back and add names!

 

[ellenbenny]

Saturday was our last day, and we had to head home that evening. We went back to Animal Kingdom, and DGD met Lilo and Stitch wearing her Lilo outfit. Well Lilo and Stitch made a huge deal over her and spent at least 5 minutes with her while everyone else was waiting in line. We felt a little bad, but she had such a good time with them and they seemed to want to keep going. We finally had to tell them we better go and let someone else have a turn!

Apparently Lilo rarely sees anyone with Lilo stuff on, it is usually Stitch, so she was totally excited about the outfit!

Thanks for following along. I had hoped that the outfits would be fun, but I could never have imagined just how much they added to the experience. And DGD was at the perfect age and personality to enjoy the attention, and it was definitely worth every minute I put into making them!

 

[woodkins]

Saturday was our last day, and we had to head home that evening. We went back to Animal Kingdom, and DGD met Lilo and Stitch wearing her Lilo outfit. Well Lilo and Stitch made a huge deal over her and spent at least 5 minutes with her while everyone else was waiting in line. We felt a little bad, but she had such a good time with them and they seemed to want to keep going. We finally had to tell them we better go and let someone else have a turn!

Apparently Lilo rarely sees anyone with Lilo stuff on, it is usually Stitch, so she was totally excited about the outfit!

Thanks for following along. I had hoped that the outfits would be fun, but I could never have imagined just how much they added to the experience. And DGD was at the perfect age and personality to enjoy the attention, and it was definitely worth every minute I put into making them!

Ellen, you did an amazing job on everything! I really enjoyed seeing all of your outfits in action Seeing your DGD in all of her customs makes me a little sad knowing that my dd is pretty much done with the customs. At least I get to enjoy some of the magic through pictures like these. It looks like you all had a magical trip

 

[froggy33]

HELP please! Has anyone made the Elegant Embroidered Frame from Sealed with a Stitch from youcanmakethis.com?? I'm usually pretty good at patterns, but there are a few parts I just don't understand. And I thought you were supposed to receive embroidery files with it?

Thanks!

 

[cogero]

Ellen Gorgeous outfits.

I am so excited that DD wants skirts and shirts for our trip next week. I have 2 skirts already, a pair of capris and 1 more skirt and shirt to make for her. I can't believe at 9 she wants to do this but I will embrace it.

I worked on a Phineas and Ferb shirt for DS today. Showed it to DH and he wants me to write James underneath Ferbs applique since DS doesn't talk often like Ferb.

So I need to do that tomorrow.

Just made my list of what I want to finish along with the Christmas gifts and it isn't too bad actually.

 

[billwendy]

Ellen Gorgeous outfits.

I am so excited that DD wants skirts and shirts for our trip next week. I have 2 skirts already, a pair of capris and 1 more skirt and shirt to make for her. I can't believe at 9 she wants to do this but I will embrace it.

I worked on a Phineas and Ferb shirt for DS today. Showed it to DH and he wants me to write James underneath Ferbs applique since DS doesn't talk often like Ferb.

So I need to do that tomorrow.

Just made my list of what I want to finish along with the Christmas gifts and it isn't too bad actually.

My list isn't too bad either. A few are musts, some are wishes - lol. Im making a double layer fleece blanket for my friend with her initial on it that Kathy is helping me with. Then, Im making a Toy Story blanket for Tim (he requested a new blanket from me since the blanket I gave him when he was born is too short to cover him now - lol - love that kid). I think Im going to try to make it like a fleece raggie - do you think that will work? one Eagles logo fleece and one Phillies logo fleece.

Then if I have time, I'd love to do a raggie for my cousin Sue (the mom of Tim and the other kids), a shirt for Billy, a shirt for my mom, a pillow pocket bed for Zoey and a Merry Christmas banner in the hoop ....unless we have a blizzard and Im stuck home I dont think its all going to happen!!! haha!!!

ELLEN - Your outfits are amazing and your granddaughter is so ADORABLE!!!! I bet she is as sweet as her Grandma!!!! looks like a fun trip!!

Any one able to make Eye Spy bags for Chelsea's Big Give? I'd be awesome! It was one of the things her momma specifically said her kiddo's would love!

 

[NaeNae]

OK Ladies! Here I am for your help again! I am embroidering on a "Microplush" throw and I'm not sure what to do. The applique does fine, but teh embroidery sinks in. Any suggestions on what to do?
Thanks!
Erica

Erica, you need to top your throw with a clear water soluable stabilizer. Any time you embroider on something with a nap or pile you need this to keep the stitches from sinking in. It makes it stay on the top where you can see it. When you're done you tear away the remaining stablizer and whatever might be under you applique will dissolve when you wet the area with water. I usually just run it under the facuet or use a spray bottle.

http://www.rnkdistributing.com/pdf-files/FlorianiWorkbookStabilizer.pdf

 

[ms_mckenna]

I had a multiquote but lost it. BLAH!
Ellen everything is TDF seriously!
Wendy you are just bound and determined to get me to sign up for this give aren't you? Let me see what I have left over from the ones I did the kids when does it have to be mailed again?
Oh if someone new were looking for certain people wouldn't it be easier for them to join the Facebook disboutiquers page?? ... just saying

 

[billwendy]

I had a multiquote but lost it. BLAH!
Ellen everything is TDF seriously!
Wendy you are just bound and determined to get me to sign up for this give aren't you? Let me see what I have left over from the ones I did the kids when does it have to be mailed again?
Oh if someone new were looking for certain people wouldn't it be easier for them to join the Facebook disboutiquers page?? ... just saying

lol - you are too funny!!! ship date is 1/11/11.

I havent been on that page in a while - are people using it?

 

[ms_mckenna]

That is how I found you guys again. It has cost me dearly lol.
I will check my stash. I have never attatched a picture though. So I need to figure out how to do that or where to get the fabric that you can print on... hmm

 

[teresajoy]

Yes, at my house too. My 9 yr old DS said "he better not put those pants on backwards..."

Thanks - I really just want to see a dress like it. What are the rules? I've scoured etsy and I only find embroidery patterns and no one who makes dresses like the one I describe. Can someone post a link on etsy or is that not allowed? Thanks for the help and forgive my newness to this business. I'm so desperate for that dress!

The only rules are that we can't talk about selling. It's ok to ask to see a picture of a dress you saw, or if anyone here made it.

Our second day was Sunday Dec 5th and this was DGD's 4th birthday. DH and I bought her the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique makeover in the afternoon, and Cinderella's Royal Table for an early dinner. She loved the boutique and the makeover more than I could have ever dreamed! The Belle dress got tons of compliments and she loved it. The only problem was it was still a little long on her and hard to walk around in, but luckily we had the stroller, and only a short time between the makeover and dinner, and then we were done for the day. The photopass pictures are even better, but I don't have the cd yet.

This was such a wonderful day!

I love all your pictures!!!! Thanks for posting them!!! I love the BBB pictures.

Love the pillowcases. I just always do mine normal. Is there advantage to doing them this way? I guess I should watch the video then I would know.

This way, the seams are all hidden, it's pretty neat! I do the technique on dresses too.

I havent been on that page in a while - are people using it?

I was wondering the same thing!

 

[MinnieVanMom]

Woo Hooo! Check my ticker, does something look familiar? Dang, the bottom won't show up with the words so I moved them around.

 

[Granna4679]

Thanks to everyone on the Minnie dresses and Mickey shirts for Emily's Big Give. It is such a priviledge to do these outfits and see the smiles on these kids faces.

lovesdumbo - I really like the cord dress and jewelry. Some little girls are going to be very happy with those.

Pixiefrnd - That scarf is adorable.

100acreprincess - Such cute elves. I can't believe you made them. That's a lot of work. Love how they report back to the North Pole each night.

effervescent - The Big Give shirts and Tigger outfit turned out great. Love the twirl skirt in those colors.

Cogero - really cute headbands. I made some of those last year for Christmas and they were a huge hit.

Tricia - that was so sweet of you to make the Snoopy Costume and Sally costume. Be sure and take pics of the play they are in.

This is my very first attempt of an Amelia Dress, I just love the vintage look Christmas fabric. Calliope loves it as well. I think the colours suit her complection. This dress is not for our Disney Holiday the fabric was on sale so it was perfect to practice with.

I love, love, love that fabric. And the dress turned out so cute.

A few pictures from our weekend:

Jason snatching cherries from the infamous Kitchen Sink:

Alison at the Christmas party next to her favorite pink "Dimbo." We all had matching shirts for the party and got lots of compliments on them.

The aftermath of a late night party :

That plate of "pure Heaven" drizzled in chocolate looks scrumptious!

I love that Alison calls it "Dimbo"....what a cute picture of her.

And the afternath picture is how I felt every night of our last trip (which was too long ago). All of the pictures are just great!

Teresa-thanks for posting the video on making pillowcases without any exposed seems! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7moryq_ZRFY So quick & easy and love the finished look. Here's a couple I made. The Pooh one is cute but the paw print fabric is a much nicer fabric.

Love the pillowcases!!

I finally finished all 20 Super Hero Capes. I made them for my 10 great nieces & nephews, 5 grandkids, 4 for DD's preschool class she teaches, & 1 for DD's nephew for Christmas.

WOW!! You are the best aunt, grandmother, and mom anyone could ask for. Too bad you can't have them all in one place with all the capes on. That would make an awesome picture!

I finally finished the kids Christmas outfits! Im hoping their mom will make the girls some fur cuffs for their sleeves. I so wish I had petti's for the girls but they are just out of the question budgetwise...bummer!! hopefully they will still be twirly and fun...I made the girls match and then Tim's coordinates. I figure this might be the last year I can get Tim to wear plaid!!

Wendy - you did an awesome job. I love things made out of plaid but I really dislike sewing it and trying to keep all of the lines straight. They are so cute.

Hey guys, we have a new
BIG GIVE!!

This is a super rush Give. The little Wish child, Bryce is only one year old and has cancer. He does not have much time left, so this is a very last minute trip. They will be leaving in early January, so this Give has a very short turn around time.

But, I know you guys will come through for this family. Maroo has told me that this wonderful family has helped out other Wish families in the past, and we just want to show her how much we appreciate what she has done by giving her a Big Give.

So, please go over to the Big Give board and help out in any way you can:

http://s3.excoboard.com/exco/thread.php?forumid=69566&threadid=781524&page=1#6379733

Thanks guys, you are the best!

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My heart just aches for this family. I don't know how they do it. Couldn't help but sign up for this one.

Yes, at my house too. My 9 yr old DS said "he better not put those pants on backwards..."

HaHa! Too funny!

Great stuff posted lately, I have been lurking all week while we were away, but didn't have time to post. I will try to do better now that we are back and getting caught up!


We got back from Disney Saturday night. We had the most fabulous, awesome trip! It was really cold from Monday night to Weds morning, and somewhat cool other days, but it was beautiful and sunny every single day and we made the best of it. We all agreed we liked it better than when it is 95 degrees out the last time we went together!

I have TONS of pictures, but for now I will just share the outfits from each day. They all went over sooo well and DGD got so much attention in them that it really made the trip even more special. She absolutely loved showing them off and was not shy at all. We definitely got lots of comments on all the outfits, and a few here and there on my ruffle bag and my older messenger bag as well.

I will start off with day 1:

Minnie dress and matching Chef Mickey's tees for all of us:

Our second day was Sunday Dec 5th and this was DGD's 4th birthday. DH and I bought her the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique makeover in the afternoon, and Cinderella's Royal Table for an early dinner. She loved the boutique and the makeover more than I could have ever dreamed! The Belle dress got tons of compliments and she loved it. The only problem was it was still a little long on her and hard to walk around in, but luckily we had the stroller, and only a short time between the makeover and dinner, and then we were done for the day. The photopass pictures are even better, but I don't have the cd yet.

This was such a wonderful day!

Sorry for so many pictures!!

Ellen - you captured some fantastic pictures! I love all of the outfits and your DGD is just a living doll! Her smile just brightened my day! Love them all!
What a beautiful family.

Woo Hooo! Check my ticker, does something look familiar? Dang, the bottom won't show up with the words so I moved them around.

Yay!! Lucky you!! Any special occasion or just wanting to go back?

My wish list to get done before Christmas is:
2 dresses for DGD's made from Barbie fabric...working on them tonight and so far, they are turning out really cute.
2 Bath Towels embroidered
6 sets of embroidered hand towels
2 tshirts for a birthday present
4 throw pillow covers

I am hoping to get it all done this week so I can relax and do my holiday cooking and cleaning next week.

 

[Dreamer & Wisher]

I finally finished all 20 Super Hero Capes. I made them for my 10 great nieces & nephews, 5 grandkids, 4 for DD's preschool class she teaches, & 1 for DD's nephew for Christmas.

Those are really cute! My nephews want Batman Capes for Christmas. Can you recommend a pattern? I am planning on getting HeatherSue's Batman logo to add to the capes.

 

[MinnieVanMom]

Anita,
Yesterday Jimmy Buffett announced his Paris date and the tickets go on sale at 2 am our time Wednesday morning. So it was very very fast!

I asked DH and he looked at me like I was an alien when I asked if we could go back. I am so nervous that we get the tickets we want. I am having to take RX to calm down today

We plan to wake up at 1:45 am and start hitting the site to get front row dress circle again.

I just need to get the tickets so I can go back to getting Christmas plans finalized, then both of the spring trips to Disney. Whew!!!!

 

[billwendy]

Today we went to the Brandywine River Museum to see their train display with the kids and their Mom, Sue. It was really fun. They had a list of things that you had to try to find in the display, and Tim being the Eye Spy Guy that he is had a ball!!! lol.

I had to explain to the kids what a Drive In was!!!lol

Once we finished their list, we took turns taking a picture and the others had to go try to find what was in the picture.

One of the things they had to find were 3 phone booths. Well, the kids had no idea what a phonebooth was!! So, we described it as a porta potty with windows!!!

They also had ornaments and displays made from all natural things..

What a nice afternoon!! Now back to sewing!

 

[cogero]

Last night I made this shirt for DS. AFter I showed it to DH he thought we should put Js name on it so I did that today.

 

[Tweevil]

Ok, before I just say forget it, I thought I would ask all of you....

What is the trick to keeping the bobbin thread under the design and not pulled up into the top threads?
I am doing scarves and while the bottom thread gives a nice shadow effect (not really, I am just trying to trick myself), it isn't what I am going for.

So, I have messed with my Futura's tension - which is stupid proof - you have to set it to the "E" - but my tweaking hasn't helped.

Can anyone advise what they have tried that has helped?

Many Thanks,