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

[fairygoodmother]

I've finally been really sewing! No embroidery - just straight simple sewing. I've made many princess dresses in the last couple of weeks...

and this...

Madeline is quite excited, as are many of my friends. This was so simple - all of them are, actually. Lovin' Carla right now

 

[erikawolf2004]

Madeline is quite excited, as are many of my friends. This was so simple - all of them are, actually. Lovin' Carla right now

This is SOOOO Adorable!!!!!

 

[erikawolf2004]

Is the vida hard? I ask this as a complete newbie I have made the strip work jumper bowling shirts and easy fit pants!

The Vida isn't super hard, you just have to take your time since there are alot of curve angles. It is super cute and fun, since there is alot of roominess to it it can fit for several years

 

[NiniMorris]

Is the vida hard? I ask this as a complete newbie I have made the strip work jumper bowling shirts and easy fit pants!

When I did my first Vida, my hardest part was deciding what fabrics to use! LOL! Some people have a problem with keeping the right and left sides separate. I just mark them on the wrong side when I cut them out and everything works out fine.

I have found the Vida very forgiving in sizing issues. I use a larger than necessary piece of elastic, make it accessible and loosen it a bit when they grow.

Good Luck!

Nini

 

[cogero]

My new machine came yesterday. DH bought me a Brother SE400. He has already said if I use it and really enjoy it I can upgrade to a full on Embroidery Machine.

You know what I did after that I called my Mom and we went to Joanns with the kids.

bought material for a skirt for DD and I am making a matching skirt.

Also bought some material for appliques for DH and DS

I also have to make 10 headbands for gifts so bought the interfacing.

I am going to be a happy girl this weekend.

I have already watched the DVD. Will be posting pictures later.

 

[mom2rtk]

This is just amazing!!! Your talents are an inspiration!!!

Thank you!

T

Yours blows the Disney store one out of the water, trust me!

Many thanks!

And your Christmas Vidas are adorable! Loved the fabric combinations. That's one of the things I like to learn from here. It's always SO hard for me to figure our the fabric combinations!

Speechless beyond words! Oh my goodness, its gorgeous!!! And that rose fabric in the middle... so beautiful and an incredible attention to detail.

Thank you! I was SO excited to find that fabric. I had a piece of gold fabric I wanted to use for that front inset, but then looked at Belle's dress closer and saw it wasn't really gold. It's about the only time I walked into a fabric store with something in mind and walked right over to find it on the shelf!

 

[NiniMorris]

My new machine came yesterday. DH bought me a Brother SE400. He has already said if I use it and really enjoy it I can upgrade to a full on Embroidery Machine.

You know what I did after that I called my Mom and we went to Joanns with the kids.

bought material for a skirt for DD and I am making a matching skirt.

Also bought some material for appliques for DH and DS

I also have to make 10 headbands for gifts so bought the interfacing.

I am going to be a happy girl this weekend.

I have already watched the DVD. Will be posting pictures later.

Congratulations! I remember when my machine first arrived...no one could find me for days!

However, I am upset with you...you mentioned headbands! My daughter just got her hair cut last night, and because of some issues with her hair, will need to wear headbands for a long while. (equally long story!) So now I am needing to make her headbands for each of the dresses/outfits!

Does anyone know a good pattern that uses elastic instead of velcro for the fastening? I have the one from Patchwork Kids, but it uses velcro, and that will not work for her...I assume I could modify the pattern a bit for the elastic, but I prefer having it all written out the first time I try something new... I'm a scaredy cat!


Nini

 

[ellenbenny]

Beautiful! I love the Belle dress. That is one of the most beautiful fabrics ever. I use Fairy Frost fabric way too much.

Thanks, I do love the fairy frost fabric too.

When you posted this before I saved the photo. We moved into our house a year and a half ago. Last year was The Year of Furniture, this was The Year of the Lawn (may take a few more years for the lawn), and next year is The Year of the Basement. I currently have my stuff set up in one of the corners of our unfinished basement, but have to plug an extension cord into a light socket outlet. Wait until next year!

Our house is what I consider to be fairly small, like about 1500 sq ft. But it is a ranch, so the basement adds another 1500 sq ft. And my DH is a carpenter and a machinist so he can do just about anything. We bought the house with the intention of finishing the basement because we knew we would want/need the space. It took us at least a couple of years to do the whole thing but it was soooo worth it. We actually added a huge bedroom for my boys and a full bath, a family room and a huge rec room. My sewing area is at one end of the rec room/pool table room. And I keep expanding further into the pool table side, but DH doesn't care because we dont' use it much anymore anyway.

I am DONE with clothes for the trip!!! These are the LAST outfits! I didn't applique the shirts, they are patches from an etsy seller, but I made the Zoe Skirts! Holy Ruffles Batman! I SOOOOO wish I had a ruffler foot!

Those came out great, can't wait to see pictures of them wearing them. Have a great trip!

Got home from WDW last night and I'mmin a major state of depression . I don't want to unpack because then it will really be over. dH doesn't want to go back on 2011. DS8 cried when we left MK bc he knew DH didn't want to return in 2011.

Nothing more heartbreaking than watching your son slowly turn back to take on last look at the castle and start to cry. Maybe I can find a way to make some $ to go next he so DH will let us go back.

Had a great time and will post pics once I unpack.

Thanks for all of your inspiration. The kids got so much more attention with the customs on..especially the not so common ones like Hoopy Dee Doo and monsters Inc.

Welcome back, can't wait to see the pictures!

I wish I had a whole area, this is sooo cull.

These are just Lovely, I'm sure those two will be very happy little princesses!

Thanks, the outfits were very well received, I saw the pictures of them receiving the gifts yesterday.

WOW Ellen, absolutely amazing; they are really going to love these

Thanks!

Tears are rolling down my face. Your sewing room is one of the most beautiful things I have ever seen. I sew at a sewing table in my master bedroom and stash everything else in my closet. Sad.

Sorry to make you sad, I do love my space!

They really both an beautiful! I love how the girls reacted to them too. Pure sweetness.

Thanks, I loved the pictures of them as well!

I've finally been really sewing! No embroidery - just straight simple sewing. I've made many princess dresses in the last couple of weeks...

and this...

Madeline is quite excited, as are many of my friends. This was so simple - all of them are, actually. Lovin' Carla right now

These are great, simple yet perfect!

My new machine came yesterday. DH bought me a Brother SE400. He has already said if I use it and really enjoy it I can upgrade to a full on Embroidery Machine.

You know what I did after that I called my Mom and we went to Joanns with the kids.

bought material for a skirt for DD and I am making a matching skirt.

Also bought some material for appliques for DH and DS

I also have to make 10 headbands for gifts so bought the interfacing.

I am going to be a happy girl this weekend.

I have already watched the DVD. Will be posting pictures later.

Congratulations, can't wait to see pictures of your creations!

 

[tricia]

These both came out great, I look forward to trying the Imke after our trip.

Thank you. You should really try it. It is very simple and sews up quickly.

These are so cool- I remember the dresses, too- what a sweet photo she's goin to have!

thanks. She is really hoping to have all of them together for a pic, but there may be issues with one family, so we may have to photoshop them in later.

I love this! What is a jelly roll (I am such a newbie)


Very cool!


Is the vida hard? I ask this as a complete newbie I have made the strip work jumper bowling shirts and easy fit pants!

A jelly roll is this

Thank you.

The vida is not really that hard, although there is very little instruction with it. So not like a Carla C pattern. The good news is that Steph has a tutorial up on her blog that walks you thru it step by step. http://stephres.wordpress.com/2009/07/24/vida-sew-along-part-one/

I've finally been really sewing! No embroidery - just straight simple sewing. I've made many princess dresses in the last couple of weeks...

and this...

Madeline is quite excited, as are many of my friends. This was so simple - all of them are, actually. Lovin' Carla right now

Very cute. Lovely and comfortable, just what most girls want.

 

[cogero]

Nini

I use this free pattern from the Long Thread for Headbands. It is seriously quick and easy and comes with both adult and kid patterns.

http://thelongthread.com/?p=669

I have a really bare bones Singer Machine I bought in 2000 and totally hate it and I kind of like to make basic sewing projects so I got away from using it.

 

[MinnieVanMom]

I am DONE with clothes for the trip!!! These are the LAST outfits! I didn't applique the shirts, they are patches from an etsy seller, but I made the Zoe Skirts! Holy Ruffles Batman! I SOOOOO wish I had a ruffler foot!

I don't know how you ladies do these skirts and when I look at the amazing skirts, like this one, I am glad I have a boy. Very very cute and rufflie!

I know most people are not beginners, but for anyone interested in learning how to make a pillowcase before beginning the pillowcase dress, I really like this tutorial on YouTube. I think I found it on here but can't remember. So, if somebody else posted it first, please feel free to take credit. Just wanted to post it in case I found it somewhere else. Have a great day. Trying to finish up the dresses tonight so we can make hairbows, clean up, pack and load. Leaving in 5 days!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7moryq_ZRFY

Have a wonderful trip and videos are a great way to learn.

I order when they have a sale and normally order several white, black, blue and what ever color floats my boat. Sometimes they have a great sale and if you order so many, they give you a free cone tree. Their shipping is dirt cheap.

Thanks for the site, I do need more black.

I cant believe we are at the end of our trip. I had my conference on autism/asperger's syndrome today (very good) and tomorrow we will have a disney day before coming home on Saturday. the traffic is HORRIBLE!!!!!!
Wendy

Wendy, any good information on Autism? Something new? Sorry your disneyland vacation is coming to end but glad you got to be there.

Got home from WDW last night and I'mmin a major state of depression . I don't want to unpack because then it will really be over. dH doesn't want to go back on 2011. DS8 cried when we left MK bc he knew DH didn't want to return in 2011.

Nothing more heartbreaking than watching your son slowly turn back to take on last look at the castle and start to cry. Maybe I can find a way to make some $ to go next he so DH will let us go back.

Had a great time and will post pics once I unpack.

Thanks for all of your inspiration. The kids got so much more attention with the customs on..especially the not so common ones like Hoopy Dee Doo and monsters Inc.

AWww, you make me want to cry. There are always good discounts and I pray you can find a way for another trip. Looking forward to your photos.

I love the snowboards on the wall!!! Any space to sew is a good space! Thanks for sharing the photos!

I did send you a pm with some of our trip info.

Thanks, we live where you have to like winter sports. It keeps them clean and out of the way during the summer. Do you remember my other photos and there was my gun cabinet loaded with rifles. This makes a better photo. The area is very small and shows that it can be done in a small space. I do need to PM back, I thought I did but thanks for the reminder. My head has been on shopping and getting ready for the holidays.

I've finally been really sewing! No embroidery - just straight simple sewing. I've made many princess dresses in the last couple of weeks...

and this...

Madeline is quite excited, as are many of my friends. This was so simple - all of them are, actually. Lovin' Carla right now

Very pretty dresses for the princess. Glad you found a pattern that works and you have made lovely dresses. Good work.

My new machine came yesterday. DH bought me a Brother SE400. He has already said if I use it and really enjoy it I can upgrade to a full on Embroidery Machine.

You know what I did after that I called my Mom and we went to Joanns with the kids.

bought material for a skirt for DD and I am making a matching skirt.

Also bought some material for appliques for DH and DS

I also have to make 10 headbands for gifts so bought the interfacing.

I am going to be a happy girl this weekend.

I have already watched the DVD. Will be posting pictures later.

Congrats on the machine and can't wait to see the pictures.

Nini

I use this free pattern from the Long Thread for Headbands. It is seriously quick and easy and comes with both adult and kid patterns.

http://thelongthread.com/?p=669

I have a really bare bones Singer Machine I bought in 2000 and totally hate it and I kind of like to make basic sewing projects so I got away from using it.

Thanks for the link, I don't wear them but maybe I could start.

 

[The Moonk's Mom]

I just broke my bleeping embroidery hoop! AAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHH!!!!!!

It seems like every time I try to sew ANYTHING lately I mess something up!

I did handle the breaking of the hoop easier than I thought I would...but still!

Beautiful stuff lately...I have been lurking, because I have been so busy!

Now...I must make my Thanksgiving shopping list and go shopping before the kids get out of school today and I don't fight the crowds next week!

 

[Steve's Girl]

Does anyone know if Joann's is going to have their flannel on sale for Black Friday as they have in the past? I'm hoping to make a whole bunch of flannel pajama pants for Christmas gifts!

 

[billwendy]

My new machine came yesterday. DH bought me a Brother SE400. He has already said if I use it and really enjoy it I can upgrade to a full on Embroidery Machine.

You know what I did after that I called my Mom and we went to Joanns with the kids.

bought material for a skirt for DD and I am making a matching skirt.

Also bought some material for appliques for DH and DS

I also have to make 10 headbands for gifts so bought the interfacing.

I am going to be a happy girl this weekend.

I have already watched the DVD. Will be posting pictures later.

April - it was alot on how people with Autism think and how their brains are wired differently. Also the impact of sensory issues and the need for structure. Talked a bit about the use of social stories and power cards to help with situations. John Ortiz was the speaker - if you google him, you will see all the books he has available......I found him to be very practical and interesting.

 

[cogero]

Wendy that is very interesting. My DS was diagnosed with PDD-NOS and we finally put him in preschool at 2yrs 9months and the changes in him are amazing with the structured program.

I am at the beginning of this journey and am going to look for that book. Most books are just so over my head.

 

[billwendy]

Wendy that is very interesting. My DS was diagnosed with PDD-NOS and we finally put him in preschool at 2yrs 9months and the changes in him are amazing with the structured program.

I am at the beginning of this journey and am going to look for that book. Most books are just so over my head.

Ahhh, thats awesome!!! He talked alot about PDD NOS as well. His lectures are open for parents as well!!! I went through Health - Ed and they go all over the country!!

 

[VBAndrea]

However, I am upset with you...you mentioned headbands! My daughter just got her hair cut last night, and because of some issues with her hair, will need to wear headbands for a long while. (equally long story!) So now I am needing to make her headbands for each of the dresses/outfits!

Does anyone know a good pattern that uses elastic instead of velcro for the fastening? I have the one from Patchwork Kids, but it uses velcro, and that will not work for her...I assume I could modify the pattern a bit for the elastic, but I prefer having it all written out the first time I try something new... I'm a scaredy cat!


Nini

I used this pattern for headbands:
http://www.heatherbaileydesign.com/Headband.html

It's very fast and easy.

 

[NiniMorris]

Does anyone know if Joann's is going to have their flannel on sale for Black Friday as they have in the past? I'm hoping to make a whole bunch of flannel pajama pants for Christmas gifts!

Yuppers...they sure are...

http://bfads.net/Joann-Fabrics

This is a link to the sales offered on Black Friday by Joann's....
Flannel for $1.29 a yard.

Nini

 

[MinnieVanMom]

Yuppers...they sure are...

http://bfads.net/Joann-Fabrics

This is a link to the sales offered on Black Friday by Joann's....
Flannel for $1.29 a yard.

Nini

They open at 6 am so we can be all done at Walmart and Kmart and make Joann's the last stop.

 

[jessesgirl]

Hello ! I used to be an active member and have been mia for a while. We are about to leave for our Christmas trip. We leave Nov 26th and I still have not started the girls customs !!! EEEEKKKK I need to start that NOW but I need to know what to make, like what is the weather like ? Do I need to make pant sets, long sleeved dresses, or can I short sleeves? Thanks in advance