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

[jessesgirl]

We were originally going for the CHristmas party but then saw how much it was, so we decided against it. SHould we go ahead and do it ? I mean is it worth it ? WHat all goes on at the party ? Any pictures ?Thanks

 

[aboveH20]

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

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

Wonderful dresses. Your daughter's smile says it all.

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.

We bought a ranch, too. It's our "retirement" house and I LOVE having everything on one floor. Our basement is huge as well. We've collected lots of stuff over the years and still have a lots of our sons' stuff because one is in the Navy (submarines just don't have a lot of closets!) and one lives in NYC so has a micro apartment. At least in the basement I have the ironing board, cutting table, big table with my machines, and lots of shelves. It's practical, just not pretty. . . next year. . .

 

[MinnieVanMom]

We bought a ranch, too. It's our "retirement" house and I LOVE having everything on one floor. Our basement is huge as well. We've collected lots of stuff over the years and still have a lots of our sons' stuff because one is in the Navy (submarines just don't have a lot of closets!) and one lives in NYC so has a micro apartment. At least in the basement I have the ironing board, cutting table, big table with my machines, and lots of shelves. It's practical, just not pretty. . . next year. . .

We also live on a ranch. No I mean a real, work hard, feed horses, let our chickens, fence the back 30 ranch. Hence why I don't have a sewing room, just a corner. I am land rich and money poor. But poverty with a view and no neighbors, Love it!

 

[4monkeys]

Just wanted to stop in and say how talented everyone is!! I have seen so many beautiful things on the Wish Trippers thread for the BIG GIVE. It's wonderful what you are doing. I am quite jealous of the things you are able to do. I have a sewing machine, but can't find time to learn how to use it. One day hopefully I can be as creative as everyone on here!!

Great job!!!

 

[Steve's Girl]

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

WooHoo! Although after last year, I vowed I would never attempt that again. (I got there early and still had to wait over 2 hrs. in the cutting line!). But, for that price, I may be motivated to try it again. I think I bought about 50 yards last year and have used most of it.

 

[Steve's Girl]

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

Take a bit of everything! We've been that time of year before and it can be anywhere from really hot tank top weather to cold bundle up with hats and mittens! I usually try to make things that can be layered with long sleeves and leggings underneath if needed.

 

[dizzy4mickey]

The weather can be unpredictable here in FL. It has been in the upper 70's this week and we have been wearing short sleeves. The weather is beautiful right now. But, I checked the 15 day forecast, and their prediction is for highs in the upper 60's starting the 27th, then going up and down. We went to Disney 2 weeks ago and we were in pants and sweatshirts the entire day. It is best to come prepared either way. Hope that helps!

 

[miprender]

Whew! All done with Disney sewing. Now I've got 2 evenings to get us all packed so we can head south on Saturday!

Minnie with a mini skirt for MK

Animal Kingdom

Those are great!

Now that they have received the package, I can post pictures of the dresses I sent for Emily's big give:

For Emily I sent a Portrait Peasant Cinderella dress and a coordinating bib:

And for her sister Brenna I made a Simply Sweet Belle Dress:

They must have been so excited to receive those beautiful dresses

No problem Anita! That's one costume I would have loved to take credit for. It was one of the best red Belles I've seen from the Disney Store!

Here's the one I did make for this year:

OMG that is the most beautiful Belle dress I have ever seen.

Here is my 6th custom for our upcoming Disney trip...stripwork jumper with double ruffle:

And the back

So cute.

I need to redo my sewing area a bit and am needing some inspiration. Anyone willing to share photos of your sewing room/area/corner?? My sewing 'room' is a large walkin closet off our bedroom that is mostly sloped room, which makes it interesting but I am just grateful to have a designated area in our little home with 6 people.

We don't have much room in our house, so I am currently using my computer desk that we have in our family room in our downstairs. Since the laundry room is near by I store everything in there.

This is my sewing area in our finished basement. This picture was taken right after I installed the cubes on the wall and counter tops and it was very neat, it is messier now, but you can see the idea. I am extremely lucky because I was able to design the space just for me. I designed it years ago before I was into sewing as much as I am now, and then I added the cubes that I set on the counters a little over a year ago.

Wow would I love a room like that.

Very nice too. I keep all my fabric crammed into a bin

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.

Can't wait to see your pics. Poor DS it is always so sad to come home

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...

SO Cute

A jelly roll is this

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Thanks...I didn't know what a jellyroll was either

 

[jas0202]

Why am I not smart enough to multi quote? I promise I am following the directions. Anyway...

Thanks to everyone who commented on our Zoe skirts! I am starting packing today...I feel like we are going for a month rather than a week! both kiddos have asthma, so we are taking a pharmacy along with us too! Besides the fact that the weather is so up and down we have two sets of clothes depending on the weather. Oy.

 

[danicaw]

Wow! I am soo far behind!
I have only seen the last few pages, so I need to go back about 20 to be all caught up

This is my drive by post

I was at a fabric store today and picked up a pattern for a Casserole Kimono.
Have you all seen these? Cute. I need to make a few for gifts.
I had to share my fun find

pic from the pattern bag - sorry its a bit fuzzy:

On a side note... my DS7 was diagnosed PPD-NOS last year.
I am also interested in more info and hope to look up the speaker you mentioned Wendy. We also found the 100 days kit at Autism speaks website great. Especially the "10 things your child wishes you knew" pdf.

 

[VBAndrea]

Wow! I am soo far behind!
I have only seen the last few pages, so I need to go back about 20 to be all caught up

This is my drive by post

I was at a fabric store today and picked up a pattern for a Casserole Kimono.
Have you all seen these? Cute. I need to make a few for gifts.
I had to share my fun find

pic from the pattern bag - sorry its a bit fuzzy:

On a side note... my DS7 was diagnosed PPD-NOS last year.
I am also interested in more info and hope to look up the speaker you mentioned Wendy. We also found the 100 days kit at Autism speaks website great. Especially the "10 things your child wishes you knew" pdf.

I also got this e-mailed to me a few days ago for making casserole/pie totes. I haven't looked at the instructions yet b/c I'm swamped right now, but thought those would be great to make.

http://sew-whats-new.com/photo/casserole-pie-carrier

 

[MinnieVanMom]

Very cute idea on the casserole kimono!

What can I make for DS teacher as a present for Christmas? With all the special services I thought I would just make a plate of cookies and give it to the SPED department and OT and ST. However his teacher needs something? I was also thinking the $25 burt's bees gift bag for women is a very nice present.

Suggestions?

 

[tricia]

Thanks...I didn't know what a jellyroll was either

No problem.

Wow! I am soo far behind!
I have only seen the last few pages, so I need to go back about 20 to be all caught up

This is my drive by post

I was at a fabric store today and picked up a pattern for a Casserole Kimono.
Have you all seen these? Cute. I need to make a few for gifts.
I had to share my fun find

pic from the pattern bag - sorry its a bit fuzzy:

On a side note... my DS7 was diagnosed PPD-NOS last year.
I am also interested in more info and hope to look up the speaker you mentioned Wendy. We also found the 100 days kit at Autism speaks website great. Especially the "10 things your child wishes you knew" pdf.

those are cute.

 

[NiniMorris]

The weather can be unpredictable here in FL. It has been in the upper 70's this week and we have been wearing short sleeves. The weather is beautiful right now. But, I checked the 15 day forecast, and their prediction is for highs in the upper 60's starting the 27th, then going up and down. We went to Disney 2 weeks ago and we were in pants and sweatshirts the entire day. It is best to come prepared either way. Hope that helps!

Figures... we arrive on the 27th for 10 days...

Nini

 

[ms_mckenna]

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

Awesome!

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

I am not sure if EE is big enough for one yet is my only concern. We are not even in 2s yet.

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

Thanks for the info

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/.

Awesome thank you for the tutorial. I am honestly very spoiled by the carla c patterns!
Cool about the Jelly rolls. I think I just screwed up by looking it up on bay. Those are really cool!

Very cute idea on the casserole kimono!

What can I make for DS teacher as a present for Christmas? With all the special services I thought I would just make a plate of cookies and give it to the SPED department and OT and ST. However his teacher needs something? I was also thinking the $25 burt's bees gift bag for women is a very nice present.

Suggestions?

I agree it is a very cute idea! I am completely at a loss on what to give teachers as well.

 

[cogero]

OMGosh I am in love with my new machine. I am just getting used to it and playing with some stitches but I think I am in heaven without the foot pedal LOL.

I even used one of the built in embroidery designs to play.

Started DDs skirt just need to dry and iron the rest of the fabric. So I should have something to show by Sunday.

 

[peachygreen]

All caught up and nope not quoting as I just read through all 39 pages of this thread to get caught up. LOL

We were out of town last weekend so I'm playing catch up now. I made some really cute draw string back packs for my neices for Christmas. I hope I managed to get a picture of them. I made them in some really cute breast cancer surviver fabric I found earlier this year to celebrate my mom. She was diagnoised in Feb and after 2 surgeries, a complete masectomy and several months of chemo is doing great now.

I hope I can get back to sewing for our trip this upcoming weekend and then I should have some time over Thanksgiving to do some as well.

I have decided I really need to get my serger down and learn how to use it. I'm afraid of it and have never even removed the tape (and I've had it almost 2 years now). Any suggestoins on how to get started with it?

 

[PurpleEars]

That looks really cute. I am not sure about the arm tulle thing either since it is going to be hot!

Those are really cute outfits (and a supercute model). Enjoy your trip!

Oh my! That looks beautiful!

Here is my 6th custom for our upcoming Disney trip...stripwork jumper with double ruffle:

And the back

I used 32 different strips from a jelly roll for the stripwork skirt since they were only 2 1/2" wide as opposed to the 4" the pattern calls for.

I really like the colours in that dress. You just gave me a new idea to use jelly rolls.

Those are beautiful dresses. I really enjoyed seeing the girls' reaction to the dresses!

Looking forward to seeing the last 2 outfits!

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!

You did those withOUT a ruffle foot?! Wow!

Beautiful outfits!

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 your new toy!

 

[jessica52877]

We were originally going for the CHristmas party but then saw how much it was, so we decided against it. SHould we go ahead and do it ? I mean is it worth it ? WHat all goes on at the party ? Any pictures ?Thanks

I think it is fun once, other then that I can't justify the cost usually. We used to go for just the weekend and do the party Friday night and a park then on Saturday, that isn't horrible $ wise, but when we go for a week it seems like overkill.

WooHoo! Although after last year, I vowed I would never attempt that again. (I got there early and still had to wait over 2 hrs. in the cutting line!). But, for that price, I may be motivated to try it again. I think I bought about 50 yards last year and have used most of it.

I wondered about people's thoughts on BF. I just don't see myself going to Joann's but I would want way too much fabric and I would be there half the day getting it cut!

Thanks, I do love the fairy frost fabric too.



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.

Our house sounds alot like yours, only difference is I moved my sewing room upstairs when DH had to work nights a couple of years ago. Dallas was still home and I didn't want to wake him (he slept in the basement).

We also finished our basement, but we have WAY too much junk shoved everywhere! Including our new pool table that I know some day won't be used much.

It even sounds like we laid the basements out the same! I my basement! I can't imagine a house without one!

 

[McDuck]

Hope I didn't miss any quotes along the way....

So sweet!

Thank you.

Beautiful and colors we dont see a lot of around here.

Thanks. Okay, confession time. I actually had an applique with 5 princesses on it intended for the dress. So I picked the colors out of the jelly roll that corresponded to each princess, fiddled around with the sequence (enlisting my parents and DH's opinions), then trimmed them to size, sewed them together, and only THEN did I cut out the bodice pieces. Sometime after that during the assembly process was when I realized that the applique was actually an inch too long! My mom helped me find the Ariel applique that ended up on the dress finally. Thank goodness I had intended to use the lavendar fabric all along. LOL However, I think I probably would have gone with different strips if I'd known going in that it was going to end up an Ariel dress.

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

Thanks! I see someone answered you with a visual. They're really neat--you can get solids or prints. I found out about them when I took a quilting class when we were stationed in England.

One of these days I'm going to get a charm pack and do a patchwork twirl!

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

Love them!!!

So cute.

Thanks!

I really like the colours in that dress. You just gave me a new idea to use jelly rolls.

Thank you! Glad to inspire! I've gotten so much inspiration here myself!