Disboutiquers Part 24 Kids Disney Boutique / Customs Clothes psst..we sew ;-)

[VBAndrea]

Thanks for the busy bag info. I went ahead and signed up for them and now just want to go back and reread what's been posted on the Big Give board to make sure I don't duplicate someone else's pixie dust and figure out what's appropriate for Kade.

Here's the I Spy bag tutorial I've used. http://ajpadilla.com/reduce-reuse-recycle/i-spy-bag It's buried in the page 1 bookmarks, but that's where I got it (credit where credit is due .)

I've tinkered with the size a bit, and I've found that starting with a 4" square vinyl window is the size I like best, and my solid back piece starts out as a 9" x 9" square.

That's the tutorial I'm using and I'm doctoring it up a bit too. I made my back piece a little over 10 inches and I think I made a 6 inch window -- viewing yours in person your window looked bigger than 4 inches, but there were so many items to ooh and ahh over that I didn't take as good as a look as I would have liked.

The turorial doesn't say how to seal the hole though -- I think I have to just slip stitch (???) it by hand rather than a top stitch around the whole bag. I just bought a few more packages of trinkets at the dollar store today. I think about 25 items in the bag should do it. Some sites said 20 is plenty, some say to use 40! I'll just fill mine and play it by ear. I got the dull beads to fill it with at Walmart but I saw the filling you used at Hancock's -- definitely sparkly and great for a girl (matched your princess crown fabric!).

And sorry to bug you, but another question -- how did you print the pictures if your items? I wasn't sure if I should scan them or take pictures and then print. I want pictures in addition to the words b/c it's for a 5 year old.

So if you could be so kind:
Do I have to hand stitch the bag closed?
About how many trinkets did you use fir the 9 inch bag?
How did you print out your pictures?

Thanks in advance.

where do you guys get your best disney fabric from....our joann's around here doesn't have the greatest selection...they have a huge flannel selection but not very much cotton

It is so hit or miss for me. Out Walmart has some, but a small selection. Hancock's has a small selection, but different than Joann's. And I've gotten some off e-bay at Walmart prices! Hobby Lobby apparently has Dis fabrics as well, but I'm not about to travel 4 hours to find out! I just did a lot of hand applique for our Disney trip. And try your hand at it -- just do small simple things first and practice. Within one month of practicing I was making very nice looking Vida's (not perfect, but close!).

and yet another stupid/silly question: where do you guys get you mickey head templates/patterns I know it' just three circles but what are the proportions ...does anyone know....

Go to the photobucket account on page 1 and I think there is a folder called templates. I got a Mickey head out of there and then I just resize it on my photo program as needed.

 

[Diz-Mommy]

Enabler Alert....

I just was at our local Hancock Fabrics at lunch time and the Disney vinyl was marked down to $2.95 a yd, and was on sale, so I got it for $1.47 a yard!

I got princess, Mickey, Nemo and Cars. They also had Pooh, Thomas and something else I didn't get and can't remember now what it was.

I am going to use some of it to make bibs for our trip.

COOL!! I didn't know there was Disney vinyl at Hancock, gonna have to check that out!

and yet another stupid/silly question: where do you guys get you mickey head templates/patterns I know it' just three circles but what are the proportions ...does anyone know....

Hmmm, you're probably seeing machine embroidered designs I'm guessing, but I guess you could always sew them by hand too. Just find a Mickey head online that you like the look of and do a "save as" on the picture and adjust the size as needed in whatever photo program you have an print it out. I've also used plates and cups and just eyeballed the placement of the ears.

 

[ellenbenny]

Enabler Alert....

I just was at our local Hancock Fabrics at lunch time and the Disney vinyl was marked down to $2.95 a yd, and was on sale, so I got it for $1.47 a yard!

I got princess, Mickey, Nemo and Cars. They also had Pooh, Thomas and something else I didn't get and can't remember now what it was.

I am going to use some of it to make bibs for our trip.

Too bad we don't have a hancock fabric here, although I guess that is probably a good thing too

Oooh, ooh, ooh!!! I know a few of us having been looking for the perfect park/stroller bag and I think I may have found it! Although, I'm not in love with the velcro (might have to configure something else). Anyway, thought I would share the link.

http://www.makeit-loveit.com/2010/09/2-in-1-bag-stroller-bag-into-messenger.html

I love that it can attach to the stroller while you stroll the parks but then can sling across your chest to go on rides, etc.

That looks like a great idea, and you could probably adapt other bags to have a similar style strap. I will keep this idea for future reference.

 

[clairemolly]

That's the tutorial I'm using and I'm doctoring it up a bit too. I made my back piece a little over 10 inches and I think I made a 6 inch window -- viewing yours in person your window looked bigger than 4 inches, but there were so many items to ooh and ahh over that I didn't take as good as a look as I would have liked.

The turorial doesn't say how to seal the hole though -- I think I have to just slip stitch (???) it by hand rather than a top stitch around the whole bag. I just bought a few more packages of trinkets at the dollar store today. I think about 25 items in the bag should do it. Some sites said 20 is plenty, some say to use 40! I'll just fill mine and play it by ear. I got the dull beads to fill it with at Walmart but I saw the filling you used at Hancock's -- definitely sparkly and great for a girl (matched your princess crown fabric!).

And sorry to bug you, but another question -- how did you print the pictures if your items? I wasn't sure if I should scan them or take pictures and then print. I want pictures in addition to the words b/c it's for a 5 year old.

So if you could be so kind:
Do I have to hand stitch the bag closed?
About how many trinkets did you use fir the 9 inch bag?
How did you print out your pictures?

Thanks in advance.

For the ones I made for Chelsea and Fuller, I just topstitched close the edge along the side that I had left open. It looked fine. I took one picture of all the items and had it printed in 4x6 size at Walmart. I typed up a list and then put the photo and the list in one of those sealable laminating pouches.

I used the same tutorial and used 40 items. I got some really cute button sets at Michaels...a pirate one and a cowboy one for Fuller and a princess and a summer one for Chelsea. I used a coupon for them. I can post the pictures of the items tonight if it would be helpful.

 

[VBAndrea]

Can anyone tell me if AK has leopards? Not a black leopard, but a spotted leopard. I found one list by googling and leopard was not on the list. I also found a photo that someone labeled as a leopard but it was a cheetah, not a leopard. I am making a Big Give item and did something with leopard print and need to label the animal correctly, but now I'm not even sure if there are leopards at AK. I tried doing a general search on the boards and couldn't find anything either I sure hope I didn't just waste a bunch of time making my leopard!

 

[VBAndrea]

For the ones I made for Chelsea and Fuller, I just topstitched close the edge along the side that I had left open. It looked fine. I took one picture of all the items and had it printed in 4x6 size at Walmart. I typed up a list and then put the photo and the list in one of those sealable laminating pouches.

I used the same tutorial and used 40 items. I got some really cute button sets at Michaels...a pirate one and a cowboy one for Fuller and a princess and a summer one for Chelsea. I used a coupon for them. I can post the pictures of the items tonight if it would be helpful.

Thanks so much -- I was thinking I would have to handstitch but I'd be much happier topstitching. I'm going to the Big Give board to look at the ones you made.

I will photo my items if that worked well for you. I was either going to put them in a pouch like that or seal it with clear contact paper. I have a foot that works OK with the vinyl, but my metal plate doesn't like it so much so I thought contact paper would be easier than sewing a pouch. I am going to make two lists as well so the parents can keep a spare. I am just going to loop my list around the handle rather than sew it into the bag -- I think that will work OK.

Thanks for all the tips I think I'll pick up a few more items tomorrow -- I have at least 40 things, but some are girly and this is for a boy.

 

[lovesdumbo]

Can anyone tell me if AK has leopards? Not a black leopard, but a spotted leopard. I found one list by googling and leopard was not on the list. I also found a photo that someone labeled as a leopard but it was a cheetah, not a leopard. I am making a Big Give item and did something with leopard print and need to label the animal correctly, but now I'm not even sure if there are leopards at AK. I tried doing a general search on the boards and couldn't find anything either I sure hope I didn't just waste a bunch of time making my leopard!

I have never seen a leopard at AK-I've only ever seen cheetahs.

Thanks so much -- I was thinking I would have to handstitch but I'd be much happier topstitching. I'm going to the Big Give board to look at the ones you made.

I will photo my items if that worked well for you. I was either going to put them in a pouch like that or seal it with clear contact paper. I have a foot that works OK with the vinyl, but my metal plate doesn't like it so much so I thought contact paper would be easier than sewing a pouch. I am going to make two lists as well so the parents can keep a spare. I am just going to loop my list around the handle rather than sew it into the bag -- I think that will work OK.

Thanks for all the tips I think I'll pick up a few more items tomorrow -- I have at least 40 things, but some are girly and this is for a boy.

I topstitched mine closed. I would think it would be a much tighter stitch than you could get with handstitching and you want it nice and tight so none of the fill comes out.

You could try putting tissue paper under the vinyl-or even just copy paper-it will go over your plate easier and is easy to pull off after it is stitched.

 

[shefrn1]

That's the tutorial I'm using and I'm doctoring it up a bit too. I made my back piece a little over 10 inches and I think I made a 6 inch window -- viewing yours in person your window looked bigger than 4 inches, but there were so many items to ooh and ahh over that I didn't take as good as a look as I would have liked.

The turorial doesn't say how to seal the hole though -- I think I have to just slip stitch (???) it by hand rather than a top stitch around the whole bag. I just bought a few more packages of trinkets at the dollar store today. I think about 25 items in the bag should do it. Some sites said 20 is plenty, some say to use 40! I'll just fill mine and play it by ear. I got the dull beads to fill it with at Walmart but I saw the filling you used at Hancock's -- definitely sparkly and great for a girl (matched your princess crown fabric!).

And sorry to bug you, but another question -- how did you print the pictures if your items? I wasn't sure if I should scan them or take pictures and then print. I want pictures in addition to the words b/c it's for a 5 year old.

So if you could be so kind:
Do I have to hand stitch the bag closed?
About how many trinkets did you use fir the 9 inch bag?
How did you print out your pictures?

Thanks in advance.


It is so hit or miss for me. Out Walmart has some, but a small selection. Hancock's has a small selection, but different than Joann's. And I've gotten some off e-bay at Walmart prices! Hobby Lobby apparently has Dis fabrics as well, but I'm not about to travel 4 hours to find out! I just did a lot of hand applique for our Disney trip. And try your hand at it -- just do small simple things first and practice. Within one month of practicing I was making very nice looking Vida's (not perfect, but close!).




Go to the photobucket account on page 1 and I think there is a folder called templates. I got a Mickey head out of there and then I just resize it on my photo program as needed.

ah..thanks....I think the link is on the first page right? i have to go look that up..thank you

Too bad we don't have a hancock fabric here, although I guess that is probably a good thing too




That looks like a great idea, and you could probably adapt other bags to have a similar style strap. I will keep this idea for future reference.

here too...lol

 

[SallyfromDE]

I love this site and this thread! I have been sewing since I was a little girl. I am currently working on outfits for DLP in March! I can't wait to post them on here!

Can't wait to see your pictures!!

I used to lurk on this thread regularly, and I've just got caught up again. I'm always in awe of the beautiful things you all make. I wish I had time to do more sewing! I've got a long list of ideas from this thread I've just decided to buy my first serger and was looking for recommendations. Does anyone have a machine they love? I was looking at the Brother 1034D on amazon. It has good reviews and won't break the bank.

The 1034 is a nice machine, but not very sturdy. Easy to thread. My pressure foot lever broke after a month and it cost too much to get it fixed, so I'm just dealing with it until I can afford a better machine. Perhaps the 3034.

Joined the new Give board last night. I hope to be able to start up again soon. I've been on a really bad contract for the past few months and don't have the extra money right now. Interviewing tomorrow for another contract that will be A LOT better.

That said, I have an interview scheduled next week for the Cultural Representative Program at Epcot!! I keep going back and forth on if I want to do it or not. I think it would be tons of fun, but I'm almost 28 and the thought of living and working with 20 year olds and crazy partiers does not appeal to me in the slightest. I need some convincing!

It's a once in a lifetime opportunity!! Would you be more willing in a year or 2. I doubt it as you'll be even older then 20yo. And you could be a great mentor. I remember reading a thread about someone that worked in the Program and had pictures of the rooms. But after a few weeks, they get too busy. You should try to see some of those threads. Might help you decide. But if it were me, I'd go for it in a heart beat.

 

[billwendy]

Hi Everyone!!

Kade's Mom, Annette, said he is much perkier today!! Amazing what a bit of steroids can do for ya!!

Also, if anyone would be willing to do Tie Dye shirts for the family or send Beach Towels for the boys (they will be wearing blue swim suits with sharks on them) just let me know!! Their give is going so well!! THANK YOU ALL!!!

Im hoping to do a beach shirt for them with a beachy mickey or donald on them - any cute saying i could put underneath the design, or should I just do their name? Im undecided....lol

 

[jeniamt]

Can anyone tell me if AK has leopards? Not a black leopard, but a spotted leopard. I found one list by googling and leopard was not on the list. I also found a photo that someone labeled as a leopard but it was a cheetah, not a leopard. I am making a Big Give item and did something with leopard print and need to label the animal correctly, but now I'm not even sure if there are leopards at AK. I tried doing a general search on the boards and couldn't find anything either I sure hope I didn't just waste a bunch of time making my leopard!

I couldn't find any conclusive evidence either but maybe you could call Animal Kingdom Lodge and ask them. Someone there might be able to help you. I remember when we stayed there a few years ago the kids were given a coloring book that listed all the animals that they might see roaming the Savannah. Does it really matter? Maybe the family will just think they didn't see any during their visit. I used leopard print for DD4's Animal Kingdom outfit if that helps!

 

[miprender]

That is beautiful, and I really like your fabric choices. It looks great!!!

It looks great! Love the colors!

LOVE THIS!!!!!!! Where did you find this fabric? I want some!

Beautiful. Where did you get the fabric?
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I love the blue vida and the beautiful colours of the dress. You did a wonderful job.
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Love the light blue vida, beautiful colors.

Great job....love the colors! I have some of that Mickey fabric too. I love how you used the Hawaiian Minnie Head for the applique.

Good news! I finally got around to opening my Etsy shop last night, listed 22 things so far and ALREADY SOLD MY FIRST ONE!! SO EXCITED!

I was waiting to see pics of this after you mentioned it on the July planning board! It looks awesome! I really need to get an embroidry machine for myself.

Great job! I love the colors and Mickey of course. It looks great.

Beautiful - the colors you chose look really nice together.
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The colors are just beautiful! Where did you find that Mickey fabric?

Great job on your first Vida. Aren't they fun to make?

Beautiful and those colors flow together so seamlessly!!!

Thanks everyone I found the Mickey fabric online at Ebay. When I saw it I just thought about eating at Ohana's. Now I have to decide if DD should wear it for Bfast or Dinner ( I have ressies for both)

I will probably make some Vida dresses for DD but I just had so much trouble trying to get the lining attached


Granna congrats at selling your 1st item!

 

[billwendy]

Love that Peter Pan!!!!

Here is Kade and Jackson enjoying a "sucker" today (what do they call them where you live - we call them lollipops) - thankfully Kade is feeling much better!!! How cute is this!!

 

[teresajoy]

Popping in to say hi before I head out for the day. We're off to Sesame Street Live, so of course Katie has a new outfit to wear. Originally I'd planned on her wearing a solid pink top, but the blue tank arrived yesterday and was just the perfect shade of Cookie Monster blue that I couldn't resist.

This is so cute!

Here is Katy.

I interrupted her gooming by calling her name and caught her just as she looked up.

She is beautiful!

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and the Fonzie pose (I swear, I never taught him that. He's just SUCH a ham!)

The shirt and your son are both very cute!

I have to go back and catch up on the new thread so far (and finish the old one) but wanting to post my exciting news. I got my bonus from work to day and it was more than I was expecting since I wasn't sure how to account for my maternity leave and coming back only part time when I calculated it...anyway, I am finally getting a serger!!!

I tried a while ago to get the Brother 1034D and had 2 lemons in a row that both broke in different ways before I could even use them. When I went in to the Brother dealer to talk to them about it before I sent the 2nd one back, they convinced me to save for the 3034D as it is made more sturdily. Life got in the way and I never went back and got it...but DH is going to buy me one on his way home tonight!!!!! \

YAY!!

Very cute idea! I love it.

The Valentine's outfit was cute and definitely year-round wear.

Love the Cookie Monster outfit too. Yes, that blue was just sreaming for a Cookie Monster face.

Probably most of you don't know me, I have been lurking or absent for a long time. I am going to try and keep up better on the latest thread. I am just starting to get sewing again. I broke my (sewing) foot 5 days before Christmas and had surgery in January. I am finally getting to the point where I can get around enough to get to my craft room and sew. I am still on crutches and not allowed to bear any weight on the broken foot so navigating my cluttered craft room is an adventure to say the least. Over the past several days I have managed to cut out skirts for DD and her AG doll. I'm making them Dr. Suess outfits for Dr. Seuss' birthday. At this rate I'm not sure I'll get done in time! I'm keeping it pretty simply so I have hope. My next project is getting a chair up next to the ironing board so I can kneel on it to iron. I had no idea so many things would be so darn difficult when I broke my foot!!! But I'm happy to be (almost) sewing again!

Hmmmm.. the name sounds familiar, but I'm trying to place you.......

Boy Oh Boy do I have good news! I must say, all the prayers must have worked! I got an email this morning that my Aunt's biopsy results came back and she does not have cancer! She has Sarcoidosis, which can be serious, but she is happier with the outlook this has than the cancer, as is her DR. So, she still needs prayers but the joy of not facing cancer for her is such a blessing! She feels a lot better! Again, I always love the support you guys offer! I could not ask for a better group of friends!:

That is SOO goo to hear!!! Thank you so much for letting us know. I've been praying for your aunt since I read your post.

My first Carla C.! Now to finish the duplicate for the identical twin! Only I am reversing the prints for her. Thanks for all your inspiration!:

I love these fabrics!!! So pretty!

I just finished sewing this fabric into a summer shirt for our next trip. I found it tonight and LOVED the pattern! Also sewed on the grosgrain ribbon straps and bows. DD is not wanting to take this off:\/QUOTE]

Your daughter is gorgeous!!!! I love her hair! So pretty! She reminds me of my Lydia!
The top is pretty too!

I thought I would go ahead and share the things I've made for Kaitlyn this year.

Easy Fit pants to match T-shirts my mom bought for her:

concert:

Oh, and there is officially money in my savings account towards an embroidery machine!

Your daughter is such a cute pie!! I love everything! And, it's great to see you too!!!

I really wouldn't pay a penny extra for a machine because it has the built in designs. I have a Brother Disney machine, and the built in designs are fairly poor quality. They just don't stitch out very nicely.

As I have looked through the majority of these posts I can't help but think wow...followed by how can I make this in adult pooh size for me and my wheelchair-bound mom! I love the feliz (buttruffle dress) and vida (no buttruffle dress) and would love some in tunic form but would need to make them hold in my ladies kwim! some of the stories on here are also amazing! I would love to be able to help with the big gives but all my money is going into our next trip...we went in sept of 09 and my mom went on tot and before that we hadn't been since I was six! In the time since the first trip(when I was six) my parents got divorced, and on November 4, 1995 my brother was killed 25 days before his 17th birthday. my mom's favorite character is eeyore but she is more like Peter Pan. She is 52 and will never grow up. We are hoping to go to WDW again in the fall of 2012 money and god willing.

sorry for my novel post! Keep up the amazing creations I love looking at!

Michelle

:welcomeL It's nice to have you join us. I'm sorry for all the sadness your family has been though. \

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I think I now have the right fabric to make outfits for Animal Kingdom (though I wondered after the fact if I should have bought more of the animal print!) I also saw the polka dot fabric Squirrel referred to in an earlier post, though my store wanted $15/metre for them at the regular price.

I love this fabric!

I love this site and this thread! I have been sewing since I was a little girl. I am currently working on outfits for DLP in March! I can't wait to post them on here!

We can't wait for you to post them either!

I posted my shirts for Korissa, but need an address. Any mods have a chance to send me an address today, please. Thanks so much!

You are in luck, the ship date was moved to tomorrow, since there was no mail today.

Well I finished my 1st Vida. I had trouble with lining the bodice, but I finally figured it out. The only thing I still need to do is but the elastic under the arms but then I will be done!!.

Here is the front:

I have always loved this fabric! The Vida is gorgeous!

Finished! This has been have done for a while now! I had the day to myself so I finished it up! Now I jsut hope we have a trip to wear it on. We MAY be going on a one day EPCOT trip in May, but it looks like it might fall through. Oh well. I'm happy with the dress either way!!

Thanks for looking!
Jessica

So pretty Jessica!

only 1 or 2 of you know this. my dd fell in love with peterpan when she was 2, while we were on the peter pan ride in MK. Since then, we have ridden it countless times, had peter pan and hook parties, own all the peter pan movie, cartoon and live action ( and hook) and have seen peter pan the broadway show. So this makes this picture hilarious! she has said for a couple of years now PP is her boyfriend and she is goning to marry pp.

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That is so sweet!!!!

 

[teresajoy]

Love that Peter Pan!!!!

Here is Kade and Jackson enjoying a "sucker" today (what do they call them where you live - we call them lollipops) - thankfully Kade is feeling much better!!! How cute is this!!

They are so cute!!!

Really? You don't call them suckers? Around here a lollipop is a big, flat sucker.

 

[cogero]

I have been a huge slacker this weekend. As soon as I put DS to bed I need to finish Korissa's give. Just need to finish the shirts for Mom and Dad. Nothing like last minute

I also want to work on Elliot and Kades give since I just need to heat press the shirts. We shall see.

I feel like such a slacker lately.

 

[teresajoy]

It took me awhile to get my pictures up, but here is the dress I was working on that made me late moving the thread!

Lydia requested an "extra twirly" dress for the Father Daughter Dance. It is REALLY full!

Blurry Twirly picture

Here she is with her Daddy

They had a great night. Lydia was really excited to spend some time alone with her Daddy.

 

[mom2rtk]

It took me awhile to get my pictures up, but here is the dress I was working on that made me late moving the thread!

Lydia requested an "extra twirly" dress for the Father Daughter Dance. It is REALLY full!

That's adorable Teresa! And I love the photo........ the way she has her feet turned........ just too cute!

 

[miprender]

Finished! This has been have done for a while now! I had the day to myself so I finished it up! Now I jsut hope we have a trip to wear it on. We MAY be going on a one day EPCOT trip in May, but it looks like it might fall through. Oh well. I'm happy with the dress either way!!

Thanks for looking!
Jessica

WOW... Jessica that is just amazing. Hoping you can wear it in May.

I use the Aivilo pocket tote for my bags -- I love having all the pockets and I even add extras on the inside and make the outer pockets smaller. It goes together fairly easily. I have only made it with the magnetic snap closure, but there are instructions for adding a zipper, which I may try in the future.

https://www.youcanmakethis.com/info/featured-products/the-aivilo-pocket-handbag.htm

Love that tote. Have you ever posted any pictures of some of the TOTES you made?

only 1 or 2 of you know this. my dd fell in love with peterpan when she was 2, while we were on the peter pan ride in MK. Since then, we have ridden it countless times, had peter pan and hook parties, own all the peter pan movie, cartoon and live action ( and hook) and have seen peter pan the broadway show. So this makes this picture hilarious! she has said for a couple of years now PP is her boyfriend and she is goning to marry pp.

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Too cute

That said, I have an interview scheduled next week for the Cultural Representative Program at Epcot!! I keep going back and forth on if I want to do it or not. I think it would be tons of fun, but I'm almost 28 and the thought of living and working with 20 year olds and crazy partiers does not appeal to me in the slightest. I need some convincing!

That sounds like an awesome opportunity though..

are you all sitting down....lol...I actually got on my sewing machine yesterday..woo hoo....was only for about 30 minutes but it's a start....and i didn't even have to thread it...it was still threaded from when i used last used it about 4 years ago .... I may need your help when i can't get the bobbin to thread right

but anyway...almost done atleast one thing for kade's biggive...wooo hoo..it's a start!!!!

Oooh, ooh, ooh!!! I know a few of us having been looking for the perfect park/stroller bag and I think I may have found it! Although, I'm not in love with the velcro (might have to configure something else). Anyway, thought I would share the link.

http://www.makeit-loveit.com/2010/09/2-in-1-bag-stroller-bag-into-messenger.html

I love that it can attach to the stroller while you stroll the parks but then can sling across your chest to go on rides, etc.

Thanks for the link. I will have to check it out.

where do you guys get your best disney fabric from....our joann's around here doesn't have the greatest selection...they have a huge flannel selection but not very much cotton

My Joanne's doesnt have as much lately, but Joannes.com had some new Disney fabric. Also fabric.com has a good selection. And there is always Ebay or Etsy for the rarer fabric.

Can anyone tell me if AK has leopards? Not a black leopard, but a spotted leopard. I found one list by googling and leopard was not on the list. I also found a photo that someone labeled as a leopard but it was a cheetah, not a leopard. I am making a Big Give item and did something with leopard print and need to label the animal correctly, but now I'm not even sure if there are leopards at AK. I tried doing a general search on the boards and couldn't find anything either I sure hope I didn't just waste a bunch of time making my leopard!

I don't ever remember seeing leopards but then I don't remember seeing cheetahs either.

The 1034 is a nice machine, but not very sturdy. Easy to thread. My pressure foot lever broke after a month and it cost too much to get it fixed, so I'm just dealing with it until I can afford a better machine. Perhaps the 3034.
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Oh no. I read in a book that said you should never use the lever, instead just lift the foot up slightly and slide your fabric. I thought they were being overly cautious but maybe I will start to do that. I love my serger now.

I have always loved this fabric! The Vida is gorgeous!
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Thanks Teresa

It took me awhile to get my pictures up, but here is the dress I was working on that made me late moving the thread!

Here she is with her Daddy

They had a great night. Lydia was really excited to spend some time alone with her Daddy.

Precious

 

[McDuck]

Your daughter is such a cute pie!! I love everything! And, it's great to see you too!!!

Thank you!

I really wouldn't pay a penny extra for a machine because it has the built in designs. I have a Brother Disney machine, and the built in designs are fairly poor quality. They just don't stitch out very nicely.

I found a site that had some examples up (apparently they are authorized to sell the Disney designs individually) and I think I see what you mean. Well, I should get enough saved for a machine even quicker now if I'm looking at a 770. LOL

It took me awhile to get my pictures up, but here is the dress I was working on that made me late moving the thread!

Lydia requested an "extra twirly" dress for the Father Daughter Dance. It is REALLY full!

Blurry Twirly picture

Here she is with her Daddy

They had a great night. Lydia was really excited to spend some time alone with her Daddy.

Very pretty and the last pic is so sweet!