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

[cogero]

Good morning everyone. Just wanted to post a quick picture of a skirt I finished for Lorelei. I sure cant wait to be able to do pieces like y'all do.

This is adorable. WHat pattern did you use.

Finished my Jessie inspired stripwork in time for our trip to Toy Story on ice. Actually made a few of these for customers and have a few orders to finish still. Lots of interest on the Jessie's.

Fabulous. I love this.

 

[disneygirlsanddrew]

Teresa, You look FABULOUS in that dress! I really like that pattern. And I am sick of this brown weather too. My girls were protesting yesterday when they saw more snow falling from the sky. I am totally ready for warm weather.

Teresa, Wendy, anyone......
Can someone please tell me how to use the disney font (or for that matter) any other font in the Stitch era software? I still can't figure it out. When I start typing with a font in the program, it is always an outline insteadd of filled in. Thanks!

 

[Granna4679]

Hi all!

Forgive me, there is TMTQ (I'm almost 30 pages behind!) but I LOVE the creations that have been posted...the dessert shirts, the Cinderella AG outfit, etc...TDF! Congrats to Granna - sewing baby clothes is SO much fun!

We've been back from WDW 2 weeks and I'm just now starting to come out of my post-trip funk. I'm trying to convince DH that we need to go for MNSSHP but he's not buyin' what I'm sellin'.

Anyway - as promised, here are some pics of the custom outfits in action:
Day 1: at the airport

Poor DS started complaining of severe ear pain about 1 hour after we arrived. We had to have an in-room MD come to visit us (I HIGHLY recommend this service!) only to find out he had a raging double ear infection...one dose of acetominophen and amoxicillin and he was good to go for dinner! Unfortunately, because of the MD visit, we missed our ADR at Crystal Palace...but we got SO lucky and were able to pick up a last minute cancellation at 1900 Park Fare! The kids customs were definitely well received by both 'Rella and Prince Charming...

Mr. Attitude

Day 4: AK
Zebra baby

Lastly, before I left, I posted a question about hats/headwraps for my BFF who was starting chemo. Thank you for all the hugs, prayers, etc. I loved the suggestions that were posted and I bookmarked them. However, I really liked the idea of making a bucket hat so I turned to my go-to pattern website, YCMT! I modified the reversible patchwork bucket hat to fit an adult and here's what I came up with:

These are adorable. I love the action shots. That mickey tie shirt is so cute for boys. Love it. And really like ruffly socks too....

So, I have made a couple of things I wanted to share. I had to test out a couple of new patterns to get ready for our Disney Cruise next year!

I started with the Ruffle bag. I made the medium size to test out the pattern and the size. Love the size, but I will definetly be making the large for my cruise. And of course in "disney" fashion. The pattern was also very easy!

That purse is just so "springy". Great job and looks very pretty for Easter.

This is the new pattern that is coming out from Sis Boom and CarlaC. I can't even TELL you how much I love this!!! It looks difficult (to me anyway) but it goes together SO smoothly and quickly. Do NOT fear the zipper!

This is Lydia in the Marissa (not the best pictures of Lydia, she's making a really weird face, but a good shot of the dress):

[and just because I think Lyddie is a nut and she cracks me up every single day:

and, this is me in the adult version, the Jamie:

Yes, it was freezing out.
Is anyone looking for a house in Michigan? Our neighbors are selling.
Come move to Michigan where even our evergreens turn brown in the winter! If you love tan, beige and brown, THIS is the place to be!

I think that should be the new state motto. I might mention it to our new governor.

I can't wait for this pattern. You and Lydia are just beautiful in the dresses. Those colors are perfect! Is Lydia's Sis Boom fabric?

Hey Ladies! It's been forever and a day since I posted. It's a rainy afternoon and I am procrastinating. What better to help me with my procrastination than the DIS.

OMG...this is just too cute! I have made soooo many Vidas now and still haven't made a Minnie one. I need to do that!!

I have had a bunch of projects that I have been working on. I finally finished a bunch of them today. Now I need to dive into a few more projects. Here are a few pictures:

Everything looks great! I really LOVE the Curious George too!

I was just about to start a Vida myself. Would butt ruffles look right on one of these, do you suppose? I finally figured my ruffler out and I'm itching to use it!

Lori in East Podunk

Yes, definitely. I have made many, many Vidas with butt ruffles. They are cute with or without.

I think I am caught up! It has been a crazy few weeks. I fell and ignored my ankle for 2 weeks. DD8 got horribly sick, then I did, then my MIL did, then I went to the doctor for my ankle -- partially torn ligament -- and got a brace. That very night I slipped on the darn brace down our hardwood stairs and now have a sprained shoulder, sprained wrist and a horrible knot the size of 2 fists on my hip plus bruises down my back to my knee. I am now on the mend and can catch up!!



I see where you don't need this anymore but if you do in the future I can send you names in PES formats with the disney font.




Beautiful!!! I love it!!! And I also think your "chestal area" looks fabulous!!



LOVE the dress!!! Beautiful!!

Here is what I have been working on...

We have an annual daffodil festival and here is what I made for DD8 to wear on top of leggings.

Oh My! You have had a rough time. That just sounded painful when you were describing it. I hope you heal quickly. At least you have an excuse to sit and sew now, right? The Daffodil dress is such pretty colors. Love the applique too.

Good morning everyone. Just wanted to post a quick picture of a skirt I finished for Lorelei. I sure cant wait to be able to do pieces like y'all do.

Very cute. I like the colors. I just have to say, I love the name Lorelei! That is one of the names on the top of my daughters list if she has a girl!

Finished my Jessie inspired stripwork in time for our trip to Toy Story on ice. Actually made a few of these for customers and have a few orders to finish still. Lots of interest on the Jessie's.

This has got to be one of the cutest Jessie dresses I have seen. The model is adorable too!

 

[MinnieVanMom]

This is the new pattern that is coming out from Sis Boom and CarlaC. I can't even TELL you how much I love this!!! It looks difficult (to me anyway) but it goes together SO smoothly and quickly. Do NOT fear the zipper!

This is Lydia in the Marissa (not the best pictures of Lydia, she's making a really weird face, but a good shot of the dress):

and just because I think Lyddie is a nut and she cracks me up every single day:

and, this is me in the adult version, the Jamie:

Yes, it was freezing out.
Is anyone looking for a house in Michigan? Our neighbors are selling.
Come move to Michigan where even our evergreens turn brown in the winter! If you love tan, beige and brown, THIS is the place to be!

I think that should be the new state motto. I might mention it to our new governor.

That is a dress I am going to have to make. It is so very cute. I love the adult version.

 

[Miz Diz]

Teresa, You look FABULOUS in that dress! I really like that pattern. And I am sick of this brown weather too. My girls were protesting yesterday when they saw more snow falling from the sky. I am totally ready for warm weather.

Teresa, Wendy, anyone......
Can someone please tell me how to use the disney font (or for that matter) any other font in the Stitch era software? I still can't figure it out. When I start typing with a font in the program, it is always an outline insteadd of filled in. Thanks!

Click on the lightning bolt - Generate stitches. I used to be able to just hit enter and it would be filled, but yesterday it started doing the outlines only, but I finally figured out to generate stitches - lightning bolt. I was getting worried because I was doing a custom shirt for a customer and she doesn't like any of my fonts on Monogram Wizard. It took me a while to figure out how to get it to do the whole name and not just the outline.

 

[Miz Diz]

Teresa - that dress does look great! I was thinking the same thing that Wendy posted - about the chest. My first thought was, I've got to make me one of those!


Everyone's work looks so great. Love the Jesse inspired outfit.

 

[VBAndrea]

My DD is 10. She took a basic sewing class last summer and really liked it but we haven't done much together at home. We are doing the sew along tutorial that was posted her a couple of days ago. It is for a mu mu style dress. Very easy to put together. I also didn't let DD use the rotary cutter. I made her use scissors and it was fine, especially for a doll dress. My girls have been asking for "sun dresses" for their AG dolls.

I'll have to give my dd a go with regular scissors and see how she does. She did great cutting the pattern out. I'm not sure my dd is tall enough to reach the foot pedal of the machine while sitting so she may end up sewing while sitting on my lap. Duh -- I can just put the footpedal on a stool.

Would you posting the link to the tutorial you have (or PM me with it if possible)? And you must post a photo when your dd is done!

My Daughter was only 7 when she first started sewing. Her first project was a quilt for her new baby niece...and her second was an A line for her niece's first birthday. She did really good on both projects. Of course she had always taken my scraps and used pins to make temporary clothes for her dolls! She is much better at designing her creations than actually constructing them.

She designs most of the clothes I make for her, although she will be 11 soon and no longer thinks handmade is cool!



Nini

I was going to have my dd do a rag quilt dog bed to start with, but suddenly she's interested in AGs so I think this will be more rewarding for her. I'm sure she'll need lots of help, but it will be good experience for her.

I love the daffodil shirt My daughter wants a shirt like that so I printed a tutorial yesterday.

I need to pack my sewing machine up as my mom wants to try it so I am bringing it to work.

Her sewing machine is giving her fits. It is older than my brother who just turned 46. She bought it when she got married. I told her since she actually knows how to sew she should go and get a really nice machine. Back in 1964 she spent 100 on her machine it was the best Kenmore made.

We shall see had to actually take the foot pedal out of the box to bring with me last night.

I will post pictures later of the pjs I made. I am not happy with the Mickey head it is a little too far down on the shirt but it was my first time doing it on the 5 x 7 hoop.

'64 is a great year

Good morning everyone. Just wanted to post a quick picture of a skirt I finished for Lorelei. I sure cant wait to be able to do pieces like y'all do.

LOVE it!!! So very pretty and it looks like your dd loves it too -- love her name as well

Finished my Jessie inspired stripwork in time for our trip to Toy Story on ice. Actually made a few of these for customers and have a few orders to finish still. Lots of interest on the Jessie's.

Adorable and I love the outfit paired with the boots.

 

[MinnieVanMom]

I have had a bunch of projects that I have been working on. I finally finished a bunch of them today. Now I need to dive into a few more projects. Here are a few pictures:

Wow, you have been very very busy. I just love everything and can't even pick out a favorite. Great job. DS love the Curios George shirt.

Hey Ladies! It's been forever and a day since I posted. It's a rainy afternoon and I am procrastinating. What better to help me with my procrastination than the DIS.

Here are a few from last Christmas at Disney-

Glad to have you back and the Christmas dress is lovely. How do make all those butt ruffles? It is just mind boggling to see how much others sew.

Thanks, TJ! It's funny you mentioned that dress because Hannah found a Christmas Belle costume by accident. It's a good think because I swore I would never make another!

Here are the girls before MVMCP.

Wow, that is totally Amazing!!!

We have a new "Special Give" up!

This isn't our typical Big Give. Little 7 year old Caden has leukemia and is losing his battle. He has been sent home to enjoy the time he has left. (they think 2-4 weeks).

What we would like to do is shower him with cards! He LOVES Sponge Bob! He also has a younger brother and sister, who I'm sure would love to receive cards as well.

These would of course, not be get well cards, but just happy, funny cards to put a smile on his face!

So, please head on over to the Big Give board and let's see how many cards we can get to this sweet little fighter!!

http://disbiggive.proboards.com/index.cgi?board=caden&action=display&thread=35

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I am so happy that we are able to give to others and what a better way than the Gives. I can't ever read the story yet as I started but could not finish.

Good morning everyone. Just wanted to post a quick picture of a skirt I finished for Lorelei. I sure cant wait to be able to do pieces like y'all do.

That is a cute skirt. Did it take a long time to make? Was it easy? Glad I only have a boy at home.

Finished my Jessie inspired stripwork in time for our trip to Toy Story on ice. Actually made a few of these for customers and have a few orders to finish still. Lots of interest on the Jessie's.

What a fun outfit and just perfect for TS on ice.

 

[babynala]

Phew, I'm finally caught up and there is WAY TMTQ. I had a nice little trip to New Olreans with my DH for Mardi Gras. My folks came to stay with the kids and my house is alot cleaner then it was before I left. I'm already thinking about where we can go next winter for a little break.

There have been so many cute things posted lately. I love all the spring / easter dresses.

Andrea - the books that you made for Kade were absolutely fabulous. I love the video of him "reading" the book.

Wendy - the Hannah Montana skirt is so cute. It was so sweet of you to make those straps for Kade. It is nice that you are able to make something that will be so useful for him. Is that a quilt that you made in the background of those pictures?

Anita - congrats on becoming a "Granna" again.

1308Miles - your creations look even better in action.

The little mickey shorts with the white circles are precious. The hello kitty and curious george outfits are so cute. I really like the little boy rompers and the Rosetta bag too. So much great stuff posted, sorry I can't remember everything.

I need to post some stuff so be ready for lots of pictures.

 

[TinkerbelleMom]

I'll have to give my dd a go with regular scissors and see how she does. She did great cutting the pattern out. I'm not sure my dd is tall enough to reach the foot pedal of the machine while sitting so she may end up sewing while sitting on my lap. Duh -- I can just put the footpedal on a stool.

My grandmothers sewing cabinet had a knee pedal. The cabinet was a huge piece of furniture, with drawers and such, they probably paid a small fortune for it, it was pretty enough to leave in the living room. I could never g.et the hang of running it with mt knee, but this sounds like it's exactly what your DD needs.

 

[thebeesknees]

Quick question for you all: Has anyone ever drafted their own pattern for a knit foldover waist skirt? I looked at some today in the store, and they look super comfortable, but I didn't want to spend $40 on one! They appeared to be just A-line with the waistband attached, so I was thinking I could probably do that myself without a real pattern. From what I could see, it was a fitted foldover waist, and the the A-line was attached with no gathering to the waistband. Am I correct on this? How much flare should I allow at the bottom so it doesn't look ridiculous? Any advice would be appreciated. I've been Googling for directions but have not seen what I want online, and I've never drafted my own pattern before!

 

[sheridee32]

Quick question for you all: Has anyone ever drafted their own pattern for a knit foldover waist skirt? I looked at some today in the store, and they look super comfortable, but I didn't want to spend $40 on one! They appeared to be just A-line with the waistband attached, so I was thinking I could probably do that myself without a real pattern. From what I could see, it was a fitted foldover waist, and the the A-line was attached with no gathering to the waistband. Am I correct on this? How much flare should I allow at the bottom so it doesn't look ridiculous? Any advice would be appreciated. I've been Googling for directions but have not seen what I want online, and I've never drafted my own pattern before!

You Can Make it has some I have a couple from there and have made them for my grandaughter

 

[dianemom2]

Quick question for you all: Has anyone ever drafted their own pattern for a knit foldover waist skirt? I looked at some today in the store, and they look super comfortable, but I didn't want to spend $40 on one! They appeared to be just A-line with the waistband attached, so I was thinking I could probably do that myself without a real pattern. From what I could see, it was a fitted foldover waist, and the the A-line was attached with no gathering to the waistband. Am I correct on this? How much flare should I allow at the bottom so it doesn't look ridiculous? Any advice would be appreciated. I've been Googling for directions but have not seen what I want online, and I've never drafted my own pattern before!

I have seen a couple of tutorials on the internet showing how to make one. You might try Googling it to see what you find. DD saw one in the store and we thought about making one but never got around to it. Definitely doesn't look too hard.

 

[Forevryoung]

Quick question for you all: Has anyone ever drafted their own pattern for a knit foldover waist skirt? I looked at some today in the store, and they look super comfortable, but I didn't want to spend $40 on one! They appeared to be just A-line with the waistband attached, so I was thinking I could probably do that myself without a real pattern. From what I could see, it was a fitted foldover waist, and the the A-line was attached with no gathering to the waistband. Am I correct on this? How much flare should I allow at the bottom so it doesn't look ridiculous? Any advice would be appreciated. I've been Googling for directions but have not seen what I want online, and I've never drafted my own pattern before!

If you find a good pattern/tutorial please let me know.

I have some knit and I want some skirts for Disney (July).

If you are just looking for something cheaper than the $40, someone on the budget board posted this skirt for $15- http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?searchCID=26519&vid=0&pid=809741&scid=809741012

 

[dianemom2]

If you find a good pattern/tutorial please let me know.

I have some knit and I want some skirts for Disney (July).

If you are just looking for something cheaper than the $40, someone on the budget board posted this skirt for $15- http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?searchCID=26519&vid=0&pid=809741&scid=809741012

Here is a tutorial. I haven't tried it but it looks pretty clear. It doesn't look too hard to make either.

http://donnachurchillritter.wordpress.com/2010/07/01/yoga-style-skirt-tutorial/

 

[jeniamt]

Hey Ladies! It's been forever and a day since I posted. It's a rainy afternoon and I am procrastinating. What better to help me with my procrastination than the DIS.

Hey neighbor! I've missed you and your beautiful creations around here!! Love everything, just gorgeous. Is the Belle skirt the Feliz skirt? I really like it!

 

[jeniamt]

Thought I would share my little contribution to Kade's give:

Water bottles and holders.

Thanks for looking!

 

[billwendy]

Thought I would share my little contribution to Kade's give:

Water bottles and holders.

Thanks for looking!

These are just AWESOME!! I think they are an excellent thing to include in the big gives as we need to keep these kiddo's hydrated!!!!! Mom and Dad LOVED them!!

 

[PurpleEars]

What I learned with the tunics is to use the nicer cottons. When I use calicos (thicker fabrics) and stay away from the symphony type (thinner sheer) fabrics the seams look nicer. I also press the seams and that seems to help too. I also try and pin where I want the curve to start. Maybe that would help?

What you said totally made sense - I just never made the connection between my problems and lighter fabric! I actually add notches to where the curve starts and ends to help with the alignment. Thanks for solving my mystery...I was starting to think it had something to do with how the planets were lined up or something

I think I am caught up! It has been a crazy few weeks. I fell and ignored my ankle for 2 weeks. DD8 got horribly sick, then I did, then my MIL did, then I went to the doctor for my ankle -- partially torn ligament -- and got a brace. That very night I slipped on the darn brace down our hardwood stairs and now have a sprained shoulder, sprained wrist and a horrible knot the size of 2 fists on my hip plus bruises down my back to my knee. I am now on the mend and can catch up!!

Here is what I have been working on...

We have an annual daffodil festival and here is what I made for DD8 to wear on top of leggings.

And here is her Easter Dress and hair bow

Ouch! I am sorry to hear about your injuries. I hope you will recover quickly. The dresses and the bow are beautiful.

Good morning everyone. Just wanted to post a quick picture of a skirt I finished for Lorelei. I sure cant wait to be able to do pieces like y'all do.

Good job on the skirt!

Finished my Jessie inspired stripwork in time for our trip to Toy Story on ice. Actually made a few of these for customers and have a few orders to finish still. Lots of interest on the Jessie's.

Oh this is so cute - both the dress AND the model!

Thought I would share my little contribution to Kade's give:

Water bottles and holders.

Thanks for looking!

I think it is a great idea! By the way, it is not a "little" contribution! Don't sell yourself short!

 

[chellewashere]

This is adorable. WHat pattern did you use.

Thank you so much http://www.polkadotchair.com/2009/03/skirt-tutorial.html

Very cute. I like the colors. I just have to say, I love the name Lorelei! That is one of the names on the top of my daughters list if she has a girl!

Thank you. We went thru many names but this one stuck because it means Goddess of men's self destruction. Figured that made it a strong name for a girl Just wish people could pronounce it and stop saying ohh after Gilmore girls--Urgh never watched the show

LOVE it!!! So very pretty and it looks like your dd loves it too -- love her name as well

Thank you

That is a cute skirt. Did it take a long time to make? Was it easy? Glad I only have a boy at home.

For me it took forever, cause I had no clue what I was doing The tutorial didnt lay out how to do the top piece well enough for me so I was up till 2AM ripping out seams and resewing over and over and over again but if you know what you are doing it seems to go together super quick. Did learn how to actually cut out right using this one since I didnt have a pattern and had to measure and sew. Now I know if you cut the length in 1/2 you have to do the same for width..oops

Does anyone know where I can get the Vida pattern? I have searched and searched and cant seem to locate it anywhere. I did buy the book Sweing clothes kids love and it has many in there but not that one I think they are so great.

Also the ruffler is that just an attachment for the machine like the embroidery needle holder thingy is (yeah I know technical terms)

I cant say enough how much I love going thru these pages and seeing all these beautiful outfits. The belle design (with the rose) my DD fell in love with and wants me to make...yeah in a few more months there darling. The support you folks give is just amazing.