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

[Piper]

Oh no Piper -- I hope you feel better. Will the side effects subside as you get used to the medication?

Sadly I may not even finish my project for Kade on time so I don't want to add in pillow cases. Hopefully someone else can step in -- if not the boys will have to live without them. They are getting alot of cute things so I think they'd be happier knowing you are putting your health and well being first than risk driving to the post office or sewing over your finger! Get Well!!!

She has me on 1 dose a day for now--I'm supposed to gradually get up to 3 a day. She seems to think it will take about a week each time to get used to the new dose. I really hope it works--I don't know which is worse, the nausea or the dizzy feeling. I took a 2 hour nap yesterday and still went to bed at 8 o'clock and slept until 7 this morning! At least I'll be well rested!

 

[Piper]

Piper, I'll do the pillowcases! No worries!

Thank you Jessica. I don't like to not be able to follow through with obligations, but it takes me forever to just type--I keep making mistakes!

 

[SallyfromDE]

So nobody sews on the Viking Designer Ruby????

I really want this machine but would love a real person's opinion. It is not cheap but you only turn 40 once and DH says to go for it. Its hard to justify so much money for a sewing machine. I have never had an embroidery machine b/f and I always said I would wait until I could go big. Well this baby comes with a hoop that is 360 x 200 mm (14.2" x 7.9"). Plus it sews great and makes beautiful buttonholes! My bernina is about 15 years old and still sews well but it is old school. I feel like its going from a car that had AM radio to one now that has a built in jack for an ipod. The technology has come a long way!

All I can say... is if DH says go for it... I'd go for it.

Welcome! Do you have any of Carla' C's patterns? They are nice and easly to follow!!


So, I found a lightly used Brother on craigslist today - what do you think??????
http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/art/2234235215.html

Why don't you email and ask her about them? Even tho' she's only had them a few months, they are still used. See what kind of reponse she's had, maybe you could get her to go lower?

 

[froggy33]

We are going! We're going to make a quick trip to DW in May. And we're going to stay at Animal Kingdom Lodge! It's just me and my daughter and my folks going. We're going to hang out at the resort and do a day at EPCOT! I'm going to schedule some character dinners, so I'll get to make a few more outfits! It's going to be so fun! We're going to be there May 14-16.

Jessica

 

[clhemsath]

We are going! We're going to make a quick trip to DW in May. And we're going to stay at Animal Kingdom Lodge! It's just me and my daughter and my folks going. We're going to hang out at the resort and do a day at EPCOT! I'm going to schedule some character dinners, so I'll get to make a few more outfits! It's going to be so fun! We're going to be there May 14-16.

Jessica

YAY! Well, YAY you for getting to go and YAY us getting to see what you create

I have been sewing like crazy this weekend making Mardi Gras dresses for the girls, Kade's big give, Minnie rosetta bags for my girls and finishing up the Cathy ballerina dress. Hopefully I will get some pictures tonight.

 

[weluvdizne]

I'm going to try to catch up - forgive me if I forget somebody.

First off, thank you to everyone who gave me ideas for a zippered bag for the parks. Lots of great ideas. I appreciate it.

Froggy33 - so glad you get to use that stunning dress for Epcot!!!

Teresa - Cute dress and love the pix of Daddy and daughter. So sweet.

1308Miles - love the portrait peasant tops. The ruffled socks are adorable!

Wendy - your rosetta bag turned out real nice. Looks good for everyday use, too.

Tricia - Your son's jacket is great. I love that you have him involved. I'm trying to involve my kids, too.

WyomingMomof6 - Cute pirate outfit.LOVE the cupcakes.

PurpleEars - Love the Minnie skirts and aprons. Which pattern did you use for the skirts. They are really cute.

Eyore4Ever149 - cute dress. Love the pom-pons on the bottom. How did you attatch them.

EEsMommy. THe Crystal Palace shirts are so adorable, so are your boys, too! We are going to CP as well, and I'm hoping to try some Pooh and friends appliques.

Ellen - those backpacks turned out so great. You have such a kind heart.

aboveH20 - Praying that your son and his crew stay safe. Keep us posted please.

Granna - the gymnastics outfit turned out nice, as do all your creations. Congrats on your Etsy store, and your first sale.

Cogero - the flower skirt looks great. Nice pattern.

Diz-Mommy - Cute princess dress. Love the baby pix. Your daughter is adorable!!

abfight - how are you doing after your gallbladder surgery? I hope your recovery is going well. I had mine removed about 5 weeks ago and am feeling great. Finally getting back to normal. Hope it's going well for you, too.

Piper - I am sending you well wishes. Hope that you can adjust to the meds easily. Hope the help you, too.

 

[babynala]

Oh - I think I missed a quote for the cute dolly and matching doll carrier. I love the Monkey PJs and the cute little musical romper.

This isn't Disney related, but I wanted to share this quilt. The Kindergarten teachers and I had all the kids do squares (2 each) last year and this is the quilt I made for the principal from the Kindergarten classes. The teachers didn't know it at the time, but I used the 2nd square and made each of them a small wall-hanging from their class--unfortunately I didn't take pictures of the smaller ones.

I don't just quilt but I don't always take pictures of what I make. I will have to get better about that.

Here is a link to the Mary Poppins costume I made my BFF for her birthday cruise a few years ago. She found the hat & umbrella and wanted a particular outfit of Mary's that isn't readily available. It's from the scene in the park when they first encounter Bert when he's drawing on the sidewalk just before Jolly Holiday. I think they got most of Bert's (her DH) costume at the thrift store.

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1597087&highlight=poppins+pirates+pumpkins&page=19

What a great quilt. It was so nice of you to make little ones for each of the teacher's classrooms. The Mary Poppins outfit is great. What a cute Mary and Bert.

Went on a date with DH last night. Our first in like forever. It was nice to get away from the kids for a bit.

I am now going to go and finish the skirt I am working on for DD's Jessie the Yodeling Cowgirl Solo for Dance Competition.

Glad you got a chance to get out.

Hey all!!

Thanks for the encouraging words about the Cultrual Rep thing. Sally, what you said about being a mentor really changed my outlook on the whole thing. I booked my hotel last night for my interview on Thursday!

Just so I have something sewing related to contribute, though it's not Disney-related, here's a bag that I'm in the middle of sewing...or I was until I took it apart because I wasn't happy with how I sewed it. Who can spot the bonehead mistake that I wouldn't have made if I hadn't been sewing at 1AM? Ha, just realised that you can see the pre-historic machine I sew on in this pic.

I really like this bag, the colors are so nice. I've been making mistakes if I try to sew after 10 pm.

I was a (very minor) member of this thread way back when we took our first trip. We're going back in October so I'm back on the boards for some inspiration for outfits for my dd. She'll be 6 when we go and loves everything princessey (is that a word?) and disney. She as 2 during our last trip and was sick almost the entire trip. She didn't get to wear any of the cute things I made for her so I'm going all out this time around!

Welcome back. That's too bad your DD was sick at Disney. I can't wait to see what you make for your DD.

Well I have been reading and drooling for months and I suppose I will make a post. EVERYTHING is so gorgeous, you all have such a talent!

I just started learning to sew a few months ago, last October. I've been going to a sewing class at a shop that is owned by ladies that go to my church, and they are so patient and wonderful with me. I've had a sewing machine for years, the most basic thing you could get, and I've had nothing but problems, so I assumed I was a horrible seamstress. I decided to go to one of their classes and I was surprised at how well I did. I made a baked potato sack at my first lesson, and then a little apron at my second, and then two pairs of little girl jammie pants at my 3rd (that was using a serger). Then they started up a quilting class and I've had 3 lessons for that. I'm actually past this point (have the batting and bottom layer on and am starting to quilt it). I have a long way to go to become a better sewer, but I'm having a lot of fun and I'm really enjoying myself.

Oh, and I got a new machine, a Janome. It really makes things easier.

This quilt is beautiful.

Well, it looks like I can say without any doubt ... we are going to Disney! Since our income tax refund check came in early, and a nice creditor has decided to accept half of our debt (actually they took off the late fees and some of the interest on the late fees), hubby has decided to pay for a big chunk of the Disney trip out of the refund check. Meaning I can pay for the rest without even thinking hard about it!

Now on to the clothing planning ..... hubby has agreed to matching shirts (really!!!); but now, DD10 has said she doesn't want to wear t shirts. Oh...and NO dresses! LOL

I think this might be the easiest trip to plan EVER!

Now, to finalize the ADRs, and to start the REAL planning!!


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As a quilter in a former life, I LOVE the quilt! (My computer doesn't seem to love me today and has seriously hampered my quoting...) Makes me want to go back and make another quilt...hmmmm


Nini

Congrats on finalizing your Sept trip and matching shirts too. I guess you will be busy for the next few months. I'm thinking Sept is warm enough for tank tops, or does that count as a t-shirt. I'm sure you and your DD will come up with something that she is willing to wear.

I think I read somewhere that you start the fraying and then run the shorts through the washer and dryer.

HTH!

Lori in East Podunk

Thanks.

Hi Everyone,
I have been lurking here for a bit, you are all so very talented! I love all your creations. I am beginning to sew some stuff for my dd9 for our upcoming Spring Break trip. I'm an amateur sewer so I am not doing too much. So far I have altered some old jeans and made them into skirts with some material I had in my stash. We went and bought some new fabric to make a dress and a halter top. We'll see what else I can come up with before 2 weeks. I look forward to getting to know you all and know that your work will keep me inspired and sewing!

Hi

We are going! We're going to make a quick trip to DW in May. And we're going to stay at Animal Kingdom Lodge! It's just me and my daughter and my folks going. We're going to hang out at the resort and do a day at EPCOT! I'm going to schedule some character dinners, so I'll get to make a few more outfits! It's going to be so fun! We're going to be there May 14-16.

Jessica

Yeah, I bet you can't wait to see your DD all dressed up in that beautiful epcot dress you made.

 

[froggy33]

YAY! Well, YAY you for getting to go and YAY us getting to see what you create

I have been sewing like crazy this weekend making Mardi Gras dresses for the girls, Kade's big give, Minnie rosetta bags for my girls and finishing up the Cathy ballerina dress. Hopefully I will get some pictures tonight.

Thanks! I can't wait to see pics! I love the chit chat on here, but my fav is seeing what everyone makes.

 

[Fruto76]

So nobody sews on the Viking Designer Ruby????

I really want this machine but would love a real person's opinion. It is not cheap but you only turn 40 once and DH says to go for it. Its hard to justify so much money for a sewing machine. I have never had an embroidery machine b/f and I always said I would wait until I could go big. Well this baby comes with a hoop that is 360 x 200 mm (14.2" x 7.9"). Plus it sews great and makes beautiful buttonholes! My bernina is about 15 years old and still sews well but it is old school. I feel like its going from a car that had AM radio to one now that has a built in jack for an ipod. The technology has come a long way!

I have a Viking Platinum, love it. If the Ruby is anything like it, I would say go for it. I have no regrets about buying my machine.

Welcome! Do you have any of Carla' C's patterns? They are nice and easly to follow!!

Thank you, I will check them out!

Welcome! Would love to see some pics of what you done.

Thanks! I will try to post some pics tonight.

 

[clairemolly]

So nobody sews on the Viking Designer Ruby????

I really want this machine but would love a real person's opinion. It is not cheap but you only turn 40 once and DH says to go for it. Its hard to justify so much money for a sewing machine. I have never had an embroidery machine b/f and I always said I would wait until I could go big. Well this baby comes with a hoop that is 360 x 200 mm (14.2" x 7.9"). Plus it sews great and makes beautiful buttonholes! My bernina is about 15 years old and still sews well but it is old school. I feel like its going from a car that had AM radio to one now that has a built in jack for an ipod. The technology has come a long way!

If I remember correctly, the Ruby is still relatively new. I looked at it at our local dealer but it was out of my price range. If your DH says to o for it, I'd go ahead and get it!

 

[PurpleEars]

Well I have been reading and drooling for months and I suppose I will make a post. EVERYTHING is so gorgeous, you all have such a talent!

I just started learning to sew a few months ago, last October. I've been going to a sewing class at a shop that is owned by ladies that go to my church, and they are so patient and wonderful with me. I've had a sewing machine for years, the most basic thing you could get, and I've had nothing but problems, so I assumed I was a horrible seamstress. I decided to go to one of their classes and I was surprised at how well I did. I made a baked potato sack at my first lesson, and then a little apron at my second, and then two pairs of little girl jammie pants at my 3rd (that was using a serger). Then they started up a quilting class and I've had 3 lessons for that. I'm actually past this point (have the batting and bottom layer on and am starting to quilt it). I have a long way to go to become a better sewer, but I'm having a lot of fun and I'm really enjoying myself.

Oh, and I got a new machine, a Janome. It really makes things easier.

That is a beautiful quilt - it didn't look like a "first quilt" to me!

I need tips on installing a zipper. Making ds a pair of cargo shorts. I've never been happy with the way my zippers look. HELP!

I've heard people use glue stick to baste the zipper in place before they sew the zipper. I may be able to help more if you explain why you didn't like the way your zippers look.

Hi Everyone,
I have been lurking here for a bit, you are all so very talented! I love all your creations. I am beginning to sew some stuff for my dd9 for our upcoming Spring Break trip. I'm an amateur sewer so I am not doing too much. So far I have altered some old jeans and made them into skirts with some material I had in my stash. We went and bought some new fabric to make a dress and a halter top. We'll see what else I can come up with before 2 weeks. I look forward to getting to know you all and know that your work will keep me inspired and sewing!

I just want to say welcome!

So nobody sews on the Viking Designer Ruby????

I really want this machine but would love a real person's opinion. It is not cheap but you only turn 40 once and DH says to go for it. Its hard to justify so much money for a sewing machine. I have never had an embroidery machine b/f and I always said I would wait until I could go big. Well this baby comes with a hoop that is 360 x 200 mm (14.2" x 7.9"). Plus it sews great and makes beautiful buttonholes! My bernina is about 15 years old and still sews well but it is old school. I feel like its going from a car that had AM radio to one now that has a built in jack for an ipod. The technology has come a long way!

I can't help you with the Viking Ruby, but that embroidery hoop (assuming that is the full size for embroidery) sounds amazing!

She has me on 1 dose a day for now--I'm supposed to gradually get up to 3 a day. She seems to think it will take about a week each time to get used to the new dose. I really hope it works--I don't know which is worse, the nausea or the dizzy feeling. I took a 2 hour nap yesterday and still went to bed at 8 o'clock and slept until 7 this morning! At least I'll be well rested!

I am sorry to hear about your meds giving you so much trouble! I hope you will adjust to this soon.

We are going! We're going to make a quick trip to DW in May. And we're going to stay at Animal Kingdom Lodge! It's just me and my daughter and my folks going. We're going to hang out at the resort and do a day at EPCOT! I'm going to schedule some character dinners, so I'll get to make a few more outfits! It's going to be so fun! We're going to be there May 14-16.

Jessica

Awesome! Have fun making the outfits!

PurpleEars - Love the Minnie skirts and aprons. Which pattern did you use for the skirts. They are really cute.

It's Carla's preppy skort/skirt pattern (I made them as skirts).

So all the recent talk about the Minnie inspired Rosetta bag sent me into a park bag design mode. I spent the last week working on this as I wanted a number of mods - such as making it into an across shoulder bag with a zipper. It was mostly based on a 2 patterns and I made a number of changes on the go. The bag was quite comfortable to wear when I tried it on, though I still need to test with items I normally carry in my park bag.

The bag on the door knob:

The inside of the bag with pockets:

You can't see the zipper very well but there is one to close the bag. I am one of the people who insist on having a zipper as I am afraid things may fly out during rides. Also as a city girl, I figure it would be more difficult for someone to pick pocket if I had a zipper to stop them (and hopefully they think the bag is too cute to cut it open for my wallet).

Thanks for looking!

 

[UtahMama]

I FOUND YOU!!!!

Planning a DL trip for August. DD will be almost 7. She likes the twirlie skirts like at Children's Place (3 horizontal rectangles...does anyone know the math? I totally remember something like each long rectangle length is doubled from the previous tier.???) I got a Babyloc Lauren Serger from Christmas and havent tried it yet. CANT WAIT to try it out!

I want an easy peasy peasant top pattern, a horizontal twirlie skirt pattern, a more modest halter or sun dress pattern, simple shorts pattern for Norah and my DBF's 4 yr old son. I'll look on YouCanMakeThis.com...Hopefully I'll find some cool EASY stuff.

 

[weluvdizne]

So all the recent talk about the Minnie inspired Rosetta bag sent me into a park bag design mode. I spent the last week working on this as I wanted a number of mods - such as making it into an across shoulder bag with a zipper. It was mostly based on a 2 patterns and I made a number of changes on the go. The bag was quite comfortable to wear when I tried it on, though I still need to test with items I normally carry in my park bag.

The bag on the door knob:

The inside of the bag with pockets:

You can't see the zipper very well but there is one to close the bag. I am one of the people who insist on having a zipper as I am afraid things may fly out during rides. Also as a city girl, I figure it would be more difficult for someone to pick pocket if I had a zipper to stop them (and hopefully they think the bag is too cute to cut it open for my wallet).

Thanks for looking!

I LOVE your bag! Super cute and just about exactly what I am hoping to make. Nice job. Oh, did I mention I love it?

 

[billwendy]

I FOUND YOU!!!!

Planning a DL trip for August. DD will be almost 7. She likes the twirlie skirts like at Children's Place (3 horizontal rectangles...does anyone know the math? I totally remember something like each long rectangle length is doubled from the previous tier.???) I got a Babyloc Lauren Serger from Christmas and havent tried it yet. CANT WAIT to try it out!

I want an easy peasy peasant top pattern, a horizontal twirlie skirt pattern, a more modest halter or sun dress pattern, simple shorts pattern for Norah and my DBF's 4 yr old son. I'll look on YouCanMakeThis.com...Hopefully I'll find some cool EASY stuff.

Hey Girl!!!! Long time no see!!!! You gotta check out Carla C's patterns - she has them for all the things you are looking for!!!!

 

[Dustykins]

Doing a fly-by, I'll come back and catch up tomorrow (I'm going to bed - DD didn't sleep at all Friday night, DS' birthday party was yesterday afternoon, immediately followed by another birthday party and I'm still exhausted even though I had two long naps today!) but I wanted to post this picture of a little outfit I made for a birthday present for yesterday. The patterns are from Little Girls Big style (although I altered the pants a little) in Dr. Suess fabric.

 

[UtahMama]

Hey Girl!!!! Long time no see!!!! You gotta check out Carla C's patterns - she has them for all the things you are looking for!!!!

I just opened another tab... I do believe you may be right!!! Thank you Carla C!!!!!! Now to find Tangled fabric???

I'll probably be here as I struggle through learning to serge. Oh wait, my fabric store gives free lessons since I bought it from them

Be prepared to be wow'd

That being said, can you "sew" with a serger? Or do I need to tune up my trusty Brother machine?

 

[Adi12982]

I FOUND YOU!!!!

Planning a DL trip for August. DD will be almost 7. She likes the twirlie skirts like at Children's Place (3 horizontal rectangles...does anyone know the math? I totally remember something like each long rectangle length is doubled from the previous tier.???) I got a Babyloc Lauren Serger from Christmas and havent tried it yet. CANT WAIT to try it out!

I want an easy peasy peasant top pattern, a horizontal twirlie skirt pattern, a more modest halter or sun dress pattern, simple shorts pattern for Norah and my DBF's 4 yr old son. I'll look on YouCanMakeThis.com...Hopefully I'll find some cool EASY stuff.

UtahMama - you are back! Yeay - glad to see you!!

 

[billwendy]

You guys - should I go for that Serger???? The person will sell it to me for 150 and it comes with 2 extra feet and thread. She used it for 2 hours. She is a college student who was taking a class but dropped out of it......any thoughts before I committ? She sent me a ton of pictures of it, and its super clean inside - so I think she's telling me the truth. She will also give me the original receipt so I can continue on with the 5year warrenty.......thoughts?????????

http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/art/2234235215.html

My ol Walmart singer just is giving me nothing but trouble anymore, even after it has been serviced.....It almost always comes unthreaded at the needle, and I've used a bunch of new needles and it cant seem to go through more than 2 layers without having a fit anymore......??????

What would you do!!!???? HELP!!!!

 

[teresajoy]

Hey all!!

Thanks for the encouraging words about the Cultrual Rep thing. Sally, what you said about being a mentor really changed my outlook on the whole thing. I booked my hotel last night for my interview on Thursday!

Just so I have something sewing related to contribute, though it's not Disney-related, here's a bag that I'm in the middle of sewing...or I was until I took it apart because I wasn't happy with how I sewed it. Who can spot the bonehead mistake that I wouldn't have made if I hadn't been sewing at 1AM? Ha, just realised that you can see the pre-historic machine I sew on in this pic.

I don't see that as a problem!! I'd leave it!! Very cute!
Good luck on your interview!!! Keep us posted!!

I was wondering if this group has ever done anything in their signatures as a group. Like a mini sewing bio?

I think it would be so neat if everyone listed the machines they own/work with, their top five fav sewing patterns, their fav embroidery designers, who taught them to sew etc. I know so often people ask about which serger, embroidery, sewing machine they should buy or who makes the best embroidery designs. I think it would be a neat resource to just be able to scroll through the posts and see it in peoples siggys

I don't think I have enough room in my siggy to do that here, but I could add it to my Big Give sinature.
Here's what I have, though:
Singer Serger 14SH654 I paid $50 for it at Walmart about 2 years ago, and I love it.
Brother 270D emboidery machine (4X4 hoop, toooo small!)
Viking Rose- My cousin is letting me borrow it. It's an embroidery machine, (4X4 hoop)but I don't have a card reader that I can get to work for it, so I just sew on it.
I have another Viking (my cousin's too) and Singer that I got for my graduation almost 24 years ago, but they aren't working.

I am hoping to someday get an embroidery machine with a bigger hoop.

I was a (very minor) member of this thread way back when we took our first trip. We're going back in October so I'm back on the boards for some inspiration for outfits for my dd. She'll be 6 when we go and loves everything princessey (is that a word?) and disney. She as 2 during our last trip and was sick almost the entire trip. She didn't get to wear any of the cute things I made for her so I'm going all out this time around!

Hi!!! Welcome back!

So I'm trying to figure out how I'm going to plan outfits....I'm thinking

a: find out what the weather is usually like (oct 21-30)


I'm thinking it's usually still warm in October right? So maybe tank top style tops with the option of tee shirt underneath in case of a freak cold front?

What do I need to know about making our reservations? If we're staying offsite do I still book at the 180 day mark?

I think at that time of year it could go either way. Hot, cold, in between. We've been in October and it was HOT HOT HOT (114 heat index) and then this last year we went and it was only comfortable. Too cold to swim, unless the pool was heated (although my girls talked me into going swimming with them anyway!).

okay here is my Daughters Dance Costume. She is doing a number to Jessie the Yodeling Cowgirl. I made the skirt. Using a tutorial I found online that I modified a tiny bit because I am scared of ruffles. If I use this pattern again I will change one or two things.

I am debating a sash or bow for the waist with the red material. I think it needs something. Going to sleep on it.

This is the tutorial I used for this skirt.
http://thornberry.wordpress.com/2008/11/16/cup-day-skirt-tutorial/

I will take a picture tomorrow when she actually has her tights and shoes on.

This is so cute!!!! I don't see it now, but I thought you were asking about a sash or something. I think you should try to make something that looks like a belt and a belt buckle. That would be really cute.

We are headed to see Princesses on Ice in April. Anyone know of any adorable applique designs just for that? I have all kinds of regular princess designs (and outfits that go along with them!) but I wanted some more specific.

I would love to go to this!!! I'm sorry though, I haven't seen any designs.

Well I have been reading and drooling for months and I suppose I will make a post. EVERYTHING is so gorgeous, you all have such a talent!

I just started learning to sew a few months ago, last October. I've been going to a sewing class at a shop that is owned by ladies that go to my church, and they are so patient and wonderful with me. I've had a sewing machine for years, the most basic thing you could get, and I've had nothing but problems, so I assumed I was a horrible seamstress. I decided to go to one of their classes and I was surprised at how well I did. I made a baked potato sack at my first lesson, and then a little apron at my second, and then two pairs of little girl jammie pants at my 3rd (that was using a serger). Then they started up a quilting class and I've had 3 lessons for that. I'm actually past this point (have the batting and bottom layer on and am starting to quilt it). I have a long way to go to become a better sewer, but I'm having a lot of fun and I'm really enjoying myself.

Oh, and I got a new machine, a Janome. It really makes things easier.

So pretty!!! And, yes, a good machine can make all the difference!!

I need tips on installing a zipper. Making ds a pair of cargo shorts. I've never been happy with the way my zippers look. HELP!

I use the glue stick method. I put glue on the zipper, put it on the outfit, then lightly press it with your iron.

Hi Everyone,
I have been lurking here for a bit, you are all so very talented! I love all your creations. I am beginning to sew some stuff for my dd9 for our upcoming Spring Break trip. I'm an amateur sewer so I am not doing too much. So far I have altered some old jeans and made them into skirts with some material I had in my stash. We went and bought some new fabric to make a dress and a halter top. We'll see what else I can come up with before 2 weeks. I look forward to getting to know you all and know that your work will keep me inspired and sewing!

Hi!!! I can't wait to see what you make!

We are going! We're going to make a quick trip to DW in May. And we're going to stay at Animal Kingdom Lodge! It's just me and my daughter and my folks going. We're going to hang out at the resort and do a day at EPCOT! I'm going to schedule some character dinners, so I'll get to make a few more outfits! It's going to be so fun! We're going to be there May 14-16.

Jessica

YAY!!! I'm excited for you! We will be in the area then too, I'll be on the lookout for you!

That is a beautiful quilt - it didn't look like a "first quilt" to me!

The bag on the door knob:

This is so pretty!!

I FOUND YOU!!!!

Planning a DL trip for August. DD will be almost 7. She likes the twirlie skirts like at Children's Place (3 horizontal rectangles...does anyone know the math? I totally remember something like each long rectangle length is doubled from the previous tier.???) I got a Babyloc Lauren Serger from Christmas and havent tried it yet. CANT WAIT to try it out!

I want an easy peasy peasant top pattern, a horizontal twirlie skirt pattern, a more modest halter or sun dress pattern, simple shorts pattern for Norah and my DBF's 4 yr old son. I'll look on YouCanMakeThis.com...Hopefully I'll find some cool EASY stuff.

You know, as I was going to bed last night, I was wondering if you would pop back in here with your upcoming trip! I'm glad you got my mental message!!

Doing a fly-by, I'll come back and catch up tomorrow (I'm going to bed - DD didn't sleep at all Friday night, DS' birthday party was yesterday afternoon, immediately followed by another birthday party and I'm still exhausted even though I had two long naps today!) but I wanted to post this picture of a little outfit I made for a birthday present for yesterday. The patterns are from Little Girls Big style (although I altered the pants a little) in Dr. Suess fabric.

Oh, that is SOOOOO stinkin cute!!!!!!!!

I just opened another tab... I do believe you may be right!!! Thank you Carla C!!!!!! Now to find Tangled fabric???

I'll probably be here as I struggle through learning to serge. Oh wait, my fabric store gives free lessons since I bought it from them

Be prepared to be wow'd

That being said, can you "sew" with a serger? Or do I need to tune up my trusty Brother machine?

Hmmm, Tangled fabric?? I haven't seen any, but I'm not saying it's not out there!

I don't usually sew with my serger, because it makes an odd seam. But, you could do it. I would say that you should get your Brother out though!

 

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You guys - should I go for that Serger???? The person will sell it to me for 150 and it comes with 2 extra feet and thread. She used it for 2 hours. She is a college student who was taking a class but dropped out of it......any thoughts before I committ? She sent me a ton of pictures of it, and its super clean inside - so I think she's telling me the truth. She will also give me the original receipt so I can continue on with the 5year warrenty.......thoughts?????????

http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/art/2234235215.html

My ol Walmart singer just is giving me nothing but trouble anymore, even after it has been serviced.....It almost always comes unthreaded at the needle, and I've used a bunch of new needles and it cant seem to go through more than 2 layers without having a fit anymore......??????

What would you do!!!???? HELP!!!!

If you think it is legit go for it - maybe she'll let you pay with paypal so you'll have some protection?