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

[MyDisneyTrio]

I am using Floriani that I got from the quilt shop I bought my machine from. It is breaking while sewing with guterman thread too. I've never had this problem, I have never touched the tension and it always did great. I am going to take it in and see if they can tell me what's going on. It also started nesting up a lot on me, I think somethings wrong and it's still under warranty so it won't cost anything for them to look at it. Hoping I can get a loaner machine because I have orders to get out! Ack!

Speaking as a self admitted Thread Snob....if you have done all those things and it is still breaking, your thread might be dried out.

Thread does not have an unlimited shelf life. Sunlight and dust shorten it life even more. There is a silicon spray you can get (a little pricey for my tastes) and spray it on the thread, let it soak in (only takes a couple of minutes) and then the thread will behave a bit more.

Unfortunately, when you buy thread at any store, there is no guarantee how long that thread has been around. Even if there id s quick turn around on the thread, it could be from a box that got hidden in the back.... (see I told you I was a thread snob!) I buy 99% of my thread directly from the manufacturer. That way, if there is a problem with the thread they are quick to help you with the problem...


I have a beautiful spool of variegated turquoise quilting machine thread that I bought from a local quilt shop....can't use it no matter how I baby the machine. I keep it as a "reminder".

You didn't say you checked the tension...that is another reason you might have thread breaks. If the thread is shredding, it almost always due to either a bur or a bad needle...


Sorry...probably way more information than you wanted!

Nini

 

[Adi12982]

OK everyone...
DH and I were out and about today...
He talked me into going to the sewing machine store...
We checked out sergers...
I've been interested in getting one (but absolutely no reason to justify it)...


So the lady was trying to sell me a Babylock Imagine: http://www.babylock.com/sergers/imagine/

We are talking sticker shock of $1500! Ouch... we don't do payment plans... we don't finance... we pay cash... that's a lot of money! BUT... (and that's a big but) I'd consider saving for it, if it really is as great as she said it was.

The shop has been open for years... I'd get free lessons on it forever (which I really need)...

Does anyone recommend this one? Is there another one that's simple to use that would be less expensive?

Educate me on sergers pretty please....

I am loving my singer pro finish I got at JoAnn's (on sale) for $200. I haven't tried the rolled hem yet - but I am loving the overlock. I was amazed at how quickly some easy fits came together the other day with professionally finished edges/seams,

 

[aboveH20]

First up is a Valentine Portrait Peasant (with a few modifications). I decided to graduate dd to a size 6 (she's 7 y/o now) and it's sooooo big! Oh well, she can wear it next year too!

Side view is only to show you her Princess Jasmine hair:

And this was yesterday's project. I happened to mention to the kids yesterday morning that upon getting dressed tomorrow (which is now today) to remind me to have them wear red for their Chinese New Year's party at school. DD didn't like that idea -- she wanted a red dress made by me with an appliqued dragon. As I mentioned in an earlier post you had darn well give me more than 24 hours notice for an appliqued dress (I only hand applique). Joann's only had a few Asian prints but I loved this one. It was on sale for $7.50/yd and my pattern required 2 3/4 yards! I bought two and it worked perfectly even with the directional print (and I hope I made the dress with the print in the right direction -- I'm not Chinese so I have no clue!). And then dh had the nerve to ask me if I was certain it was Chinese font and not Japanese. Ugh! Anyway, it's beautiful, high quality fabric and I loved working with it.

And here's my China Doll (complete with plastic skewers in her bun -- the chopsticks we had were way too long):

What can I say other than

 

[MinnieVanMom]

First up is a Valentine Portrait Peasant (with a few modifications). I decided to graduate dd to a size 6 (she's 7 y/o now) and it's sooooo big! Oh well, she can wear it next year too!

Side view is only to show you her Princess Jasmine hair:

And this was yesterday's project. I happened to mention to the kids yesterday morning that upon getting dressed tomorrow (which is now today) to remind me to have them wear red for their Chinese New Year's party at school. DD didn't like that idea -- she wanted a red dress made by me with an appliqued dragon. As I mentioned in an earlier post you had darn well give me more than 24 hours notice for an appliqued dress (I only hand applique). Joann's only had a few Asian prints but I loved this one. It was on sale for $7.50/yd and my pattern required 2 3/4 yards! I bought two and it worked perfectly even with the directional print (and I hope I made the dress with the print in the right direction -- I'm not Chinese so I have no clue!). And then dh had the nerve to ask me if I was certain it was Chinese font and not Japanese. Ugh! Anyway, it's beautiful, high quality fabric and I loved working with it.

And here's my China Doll (complete with plastic skewers in her bun -- the chopsticks we had were way too long):

Pattern is "Miss Mary" from YCMT -- debated between that and the Wrap Top/Dress but this one went a size higher. Definitely not the ease of instructions you get with a Carla C, but nonetheless fairly simple to construct.

I just love that dress and remember reading about the surprise outfit needed for school. We have the same fabric and love it for epcot.

 

[cogero]

First up is a Valentine Portrait Peasant (with a few modifications). I decided to graduate dd to a size 6 (she's 7 y/o now) and it's sooooo big! Oh well, she can wear it next year too!

Side view is only to show you her Princess Jasmine hair:

And this was yesterday's project. I happened to mention to the kids yesterday morning that upon getting dressed tomorrow (which is now today) to remind me to have them wear red for their Chinese New Year's party at school. DD didn't like that idea -- she wanted a red dress made by me with an appliqued dragon. As I mentioned in an earlier post you had darn well give me more than 24 hours notice for an appliqued dress (I only hand applique). Joann's only had a few Asian prints but I loved this one. It was on sale for $7.50/yd and my pattern required 2 3/4 yards! I bought two and it worked perfectly even with the directional print (and I hope I made the dress with the print in the right direction -- I'm not Chinese so I have no clue!). And then dh had the nerve to ask me if I was certain it was Chinese font and not Japanese. Ugh! Anyway, it's beautiful, high quality fabric and I loved working with it.

And here's my China Doll (complete with plastic skewers in her bun -- the chopsticks we had were way too long):

Pattern is "Miss Mary" from YCMT -- debated between that and the Wrap Top/Dress but this one went a size higher. Definitely not the ease of instructions you get with a Carla C, but nonetheless fairly simple to construct.

Love these. The portrait peasant is in my pile of patterns to try. Once I finish Khelsey's Give I think I will move onto that for DD

 

[Granna4679]

I finished another dress last night. It had been awhile since I had done any hand appliques of this magnitude and now that I have done 2 in a row, I think I am back in the swing of it I have a couple more coming up but first I have several other projects to finish....Thanks for looking!

 

[Stubbzilla]

That Minnie dress is SO cute. I love the colors, the applique, and the ruffles in the back.

 

[tmh0206]

I finished another dress last night. It had been awhile since I had done any hand appliques of this magnitude and now that I have done 2 in a row, I think I am back in the swing of it I have a couple more coming up but first I have several other projects to finish....Thanks for looking!

you certianly have outdone your self AGAIN!!! I always love what you create! great job once again!

 

[ncmomof2]

Very cute! I have a ruffle question. I am working on my first Vida now. Are your ruffles curved with the bottom or straight with the top? It looks straight but I wanted to make sure.

 

[Diz-Mommy]

Side view is only to show you her Princess Jasmine hair:

Lovely creations and your little girl is so precious, truly a little China doll!

I finished another dress last night. It had been awhile since I had done any hand appliques of this magnitude and now that I have done 2 in a row, I think I am back in the swing of it I have a couple more coming up but first I have several other projects to finish....Thanks for looking!

Fabulous as always Anita

 

[haleyknits]

Hi, I'm new here. I've been checking out this thread for a couple days getting ideas. You all do such beautiful work! I have been working on some dresses for dd for our June trip. It is so much fun.

 

[cogero]

This dress is just wonderful

 

[tmh0206]

Hi, I'm new here. I've been checking out this thread for a couple days getting ideas. You all do such beautiful work! I have been working on some dresses for dd for our June trip. It is so much fun.

Hi, welcome to the group! can't wait to see what you make...be sure to post pics!

 

[MinnieVanMom]

Ok, I must have put word on it because right in the middle of ruffling my ruffler has started to jam after just a few stitches.

I went and cleaned out the bobbin. Got out the instructions for deruffling the ruffler, started from scratch and yet it still bird nests on the bottom to the point of making the machine stop.

I have adjusted the top tension and stitch lenght.

HELP. I only have one skirt done and can't ruffle by hand.

 

[ncmomof2]

Hi, I'm new here. I've been checking out this thread for a couple days getting ideas. You all do such beautiful work! I have been working on some dresses for dd for our June trip. It is so much fun.

Welcome! Make sure you post pictures!

Ok, I must have put word on it because right in the middle of ruffling my ruffler has started to jam after just a few stitches.

I went and cleaned out the bobbin. Got out the instructions for deruffling the ruffler, started from scratch and yet it still bird nests on the bottom to the point of making the machine stop.

I have adjusted the top tension and stitch lenght.

HELP. I only have one skirt done and can't ruffle by hand.

My only thought is check your needle. It might have gotten bent when it got jammed.

 

[SallyfromDE]

I have a dumb question. I have been sewing forever but I guess I just never notice the disney fabric. Where do y'all buy most of your fabrics? I have seen tink and pooh at wal mart but y'all seem to have everyone! Joanns, hancocks, online???? what is your best source. I would love phineus and ferb.

I haven't seen P&F, but there are some Japanese companies that make some different fabrics and you can usually find them on Ebay. Some are not a great quality. Sometimes I use sheets. I pick up a yard or 2 when I see it in JoAnnes and Walmart. If I don't have a project in mind, I just put it away. I figure if I don't use it, I'll ebay it. I was watching a couple of yards of Mulan awhile back, it went for about $300. But that is rare. I do alot of shopping from Ebay and Etsy.

 

[Diz-Mommy]

I've wondered about Japanese fabrics too...I have a hard time buying online because I like to feel up my fabric before I buy it. I'd hate to get stuck with fabric that washes poorly or is so thin that it's see through. Some of the fabrics go for so much on Etsy and Ebay, I just wonder if they are worth it. If someone knows of a reputable dealer, I'd love a PM.

 

[froggy33]

I haven't seen P&F, but there are some Japanese companies that make some different fabrics and you can usually find them on Ebay. Some are not a great quality. Sometimes I use sheets. I pick up a yard or 2 when I see it in JoAnnes and Walmart. If I don't have a project in mind, I just put it away. I figure if I don't use it, I'll ebay it. I was watching a couple of yards of Mulan awhile back, it went for about $300. But that is rare. I do alot of shopping from Ebay and Etsy.

By P&F do you mean princess and the frog? I am pretty sure I just saw some at Walmart today, and I think Hancock Fabrics had some too.

 

[VanessasMom]

Granna4675-my dd is drooling over your gorgeous Minnie dress!

Is there somewhere I can buy Disney appliqué designs for my embroidery machine?

 

[MinnieVanMom]

I have switched the ruffler to my brother 4000D and it is fine again

Therefore, I conclude it is the machine itself that is causing the problem. I hear a little hang up in it but it is not a machine worth fixing.

I also just dragged out my other singer that is computerized. I think I will try it on this machine.