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

[*Toadstool*]

I think I am about to give myself a late Christmas present...the Atlanta Sewing and Quilt Expo is coming in March. I just got my emailed copy of class lists and vendors list...I think this could be dangerous!

Nini

That sounds like a great present..

Love the nightgown! The Vida is adorable too. I sure hope she changes her mind about customs. I wonder what happened that made her not want any.

Hey Guys

DH said he would get me some new hoops if I wanted for my PE 770 for my bday. Do you think its worth it? What would you suggest? Should I get a 4x4 and sell my 270D or what exactly is a multiposition hoop, and would that be helpful? There are times I want to put wording under a design but dont feel like rehooping....anyone else have different hoops for their machine?

Generally multiposition hoops only make the space longer and not wider. There are tons of them out there though.
http://www.allbrands.com/products/abp11754.html
See.. like that one.,. you can see the place where you put it on the machine on the sides. You just move it over after the first design is done. I had a hoop like that for the Bernina that I just sold.. never used it. I generally want to do things wider than longer so it didn't help me any.
If you find you don't want to get a new hoop you could look into getting Magna hoops. I really liked those. They don't fit my new machine either. :/

 

[TinaLala]

First, I just want to thank each and every one of you - you have all been so inspriational!

My girls had no interest, as I said... so I turned to their massive AG collection... and I started sewing...

First was Goofy:

Then came Donald:

And Mickey:

Minnie:

D~

I think your outfits are awesome!! I'm a big AG outfit creater and I love your cross between AG and Disney! I hope your girls enjoy their outfits~!!

 

[AnnNan]

Hi Toadstool! (Sorry, I don't remember your real name! )

It was fun running into you at 1900 Park Fare! Do you mind if I post a photo of the girls together?

Janet

I think the Snow White in your signature picture, Janet, is BETTER than the Disney costume she is standing next to! Absolutely amazing as always.

First, I just want to thank each and every one of you - you have all been so inspriational! D~

Well, I haven't impressed you because I don't sew but can totally understand your feelings towards those who do & look forward to seeing more of your creativity - you are certainly off to a great start!

 

[jessica52877]

Well, since I haven't posted in a long time, prepare for a lot of pictures! Unfortunately none of them are Disney. Even though we are going in January Megan doesn't want anything.

This is her back to school dress I made. She only wore it for pictures and hasn't worn it since:

And here is a nightgown my mom made for Megan. I think she copied it from a sewing magazine:


I also made Megan a nightgown out of fleece but didn't get a picture of it. So that's what I've been up to, sewing-wise. I am hoping I can talk her into something for the January trip. I can't imagine going to Disney with no customs!

Hi Steph!!!!! Im sure you can talk Meg into SOMETHING????? Tshirt???????? So nice to see what you've been up to!!!

Steph, tell Megan she can't be in my picture unless she has a custom on! A T is fine! I love the aprons you made. I never saw either of those! Turned out wonderful! And the first day of school dress I LOVE! I am sorry she doesn't love customs anymore.

I know pleanty of adult AG collectors - who knows - you might find a doll you like one day? The best part about the dolls is they never change sizes - so the stuff you make them they can wear forever... They don't complain if it's ugly... they don't complain if it doesn't fit right and you have to pin the back... and you can create whatever you want.

D~

So true though! Glad I bought me one last month, finally a person to sew for without an opinion!

Hey Guys

DH said he would get me some new hoops if I wanted for my PE 770 for my bday. Do you think its worth it? What would you suggest? Should I get a 4x4 and sell my 270D or what exactly is a multiposition hoop, and would that be helpful? There are times I want to put wording under a design but dont feel like rehooping....anyone else have different hoops for their machine?

WENDY! Yes, I am SHOUTING! Umm, I think you meant to ask for a plane ticket for your birthday. We arrive the 29th at 10:30 ish am for the meet. A weekend getaway would be the BEST GIFT EVER!

 

[jessica52877]

WENDY! Yes, I am SHOUTING! Umm, I think you meant to ask for a plane ticket for your birthday. We arrive the 29th at 10:30 ish am for the meet. A weekend getaway would be the BEST GIFT EVER!

To save you the legwork here are ticket prices!

http://www.expedia.com/pub/agent.dl...&qryt=8&load=1&airp1=&dair1=&rdct=1&rfrr=-429

That was for 1, I would love to meet Bill too but you know that runs up the cost fast! We can work on a roommate so you can split the hotel part! My friend Jill actually talked about going. She would make a good roomy. One night we do the air and tv her way and the next night we always do it my way!

 

[livndisney]

To save you the legwork here are ticket prices!

http://www.expedia.com/pub/agent.dl...&qryt=8&load=1&airp1=&dair1=&rdct=1&rfrr=-429

That was for 1, I would love to meet Bill too but you know that runs up the cost fast! We can work on a roommate so you can split the hotel part! My friend Jill actually talked about going. She would make a good roomy. One night we do the air and tv her way and the next night we always do it my way!

Godd idea

 

[ryleigh'smom2004]

First, I just want to thank each and every one of you - you have all been so inspriational!

I found you about 6 weeks ago, while you were all on part 22... I read all of that, then I wandered over to part 1 (a, b, c & d) - I was a bit discouraged that most of the photos were "red Xs" - so then I wandered to parts 21, 20, 19 and I just started 18 today. I don't think I will go back much further. But it is just so addicting to see all of your wonderful creations!

I've showed some of your items to my dds - who are 11 and 12 y/o - and they want nothing to do with mom sewing any great Disney clothes. I wish I would have found you all a decade ago - because I totally missed the boat on sewing clothes for my girls.

So, as I said earlier in this (hopefully not so long) post, you've all inspired me. About a month ago, I opened the door to my deepest, darkest, messiest closet - and there in the back was a sewing machine that my MIL had given me over 5 years ago. I knew nothing about it, except that it was taking up valuable space in my closet. I found the manual online, and I read it cover to cover twice, with the machine sitting here on my desk. I took it apart and gave it a nice oiling (I figured it needed it), and then I found an old pillow case to take it for a test drive... then I hemmed dd's curtains... and I hemmed my other dd's curtains... and I really wanted to do some disney sewing. My girls had no interest, as I said... so I turned to their massive AG collection... and I started sewing...

First was Goofy:

Then came Donald:

And Mickey:

Minnie:

Some of these were patterns I created (I was too afraid to buy any)... I didn't break down and buy a pattern until Minnie. The Goofy skirt was a free one at YCMT. The Goofy and Donald shirts were a pattern that I drafted - Goofy was actually my first ever attempt at a collar and sleeves. I drafted Donald's skirt, as well. The Mickey dress was a pattern I drafted from a dress we already had, and Minnie is CarlaC's Simply Sweet. I also drafted the pattern for the leggings, and tried to attempt a lettuce edge on two of them - which didn't turn out as well as I would have liked.

Next up is my rendition of Pluto. I have the pattern and the fabric purchased - I just need to find the time.

I don't think I CASED anyone in particular, I think all of these outfits are just a vast majority of everything I liked from everyone, and some of my own ideas. I really hope that I didn't wreck anyone's creations when I made these.

Oh, and my ticker is off. We had to reschedule our "girls only" trip indefinately - so right now were are tripless.

Anyways, I hope you all don't mind if I pull up my machine and hang out for a bit.

D~

OMG!!!! is all I have to say! They are amazing!!!! I would love to see the patterns that you used..... Love your Goofy, that one is my favorite.

 

[Granna4679]

Wow...I was 15 or so pages behind, but I am finally caught up. I haven't been on since before Christmas. Everything posted has been fantastic! I love all of the Christmas outfits, the Disney pictures, and all of the gifts you have made (especially the tote bags...I am a sucker for bags). The little tea wallet was a great idea too....need to remember that one!

Welcome to all of the new dis'ers....and those AG Disney outfits are soooo creative and cute! I want to try some of those in life size as well. I haven't done much sewing over the holidays..."gasp"....but I am finally back in the swing of things. I have orders out the kazoo so I have to get busy now.

Just wanted to drop in and say HAPPY NEW YEAR to all of my "friends". Knowing each and every one of you this year has been such an inspirational and a welcome addition to my life. You never cease to amaze me with your ideas, your creativity, your helpfulness, and the care with which you treat each other. I love being part of this "family"!

I have a few pictures to share in the next few days but for now...I am off to enjoy ringing in the NEW YEAR! Stay safe everyone!!

 

[billwendy]

To save you the legwork here are ticket prices!

http://www.expedia.com/pub/agent.dl...&qryt=8&load=1&airp1=&dair1=&rdct=1&rfrr=-429

That was for 1, I would love to meet Bill too but you know that runs up the cost fast! We can work on a roommate so you can split the hotel part! My friend Jill actually talked about going. She would make a good roomy. One night we do the air and tv her way and the next night we always do it my way!

lol - you are so silly!! I so wish I could come!! but, remember, new car engine??? lol...Unless I could find an OT conference in Orlando around that time - lol!!!!!!

Happy New Year Everyone!!!! May you all be blessed in the new year!!

 

[mommyof2princesses]

lol - you are so silly!! I so wish I could come!! but, remember, new car engine??? lol...Unless I could find an OT conference in Orlando around that time - lol!!!!!!

Happy New Year Everyone!!!! May you all be blessed in the new year!!

You really don't need a car engine...just do like the Flintstones! LOL
One day I really hope to meet you! Dh did find out that the vacation time he is taking in Jan/Feb, was this years and he gets another whole week startng Jan 1, so we may be in Disney twice this year!!! Maybe then!

 

[jessica52877]

lol - you are so silly!! I so wish I could come!! but, remember, new car engine??? lol...Unless I could find an OT conference in Orlando around that time - lol!!!!!!

Happy New Year Everyone!!!! May you all be blessed in the new year!!

Oh, I remember now that you reminded me.

 

[billwendy]

lol - is it weird to meet everyone in real life????? lol????

 

[jessica52877]

lol - is it weird to meet everyone in real life????? lol????

I think we all wondered the same thing the first time. Nope, not at all. I felt like I knew everyone and we were long time friends! It was nicer to meet in little batches, so you had a chance to talk with a couple and know them then meet a few more. The ones I met in the big group vs 1 on 1 somewhere I feel like I didn't get to talk much with most of them or get to know them as well.

Sitting with Teresa one night by the pool it was like I had known her my entire life! It is almost odd how not weird it is!

 

[livndisney]

lol - is it weird to meet everyone in real life????? lol????

Nope not at all!

 

[mommyof2princesses]

Nope not at all!

Are you planning on meeting up with us at ESPN club? All the times I have been to Disney I only got to meet you once!

 

[NiniMorris]

I just read Bryce's last caring bridge post. I cannot find words to say...so I knew that a lot of you would understand.

I cannot imagine what his parents are going through, although they seem to be doing it with tears, and grace.

I was praying so hard for him to make it to Christmas...now I am just praying for him to find peace.


Nini

 

[Granna4679]

I just read Bryce's last caring bridge post. I cannot find words to say...so I knew that a lot of you would understand.

I cannot imagine what his parents are going through, although they seem to be doing it with tears, and grace.

I was praying so hard for him to make it to Christmas...now I am just praying for him to find peace.


Nini

I just read it too Nini - can't stop crying! Praying for them today!

 

[billwendy]

Im praying for them too - so hard, sounds like the time is very near. Im so glad they had some better days this past week to enjoy him. Praying for comfort and peace....

 

[mommyof2princesses]

Im praying for them too - so hard, sounds like the time is very near. Im so glad they had some better days this past week to enjoy him. Praying for comfort and peace....

Could you send a link to the blog?

 

[billwendy]

Blog: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/bryce09