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

[Diz-Mommy]

Aurora Blue/Pink:
I can't recall who was looking for the dress, but Mom2rtk made one (not that any of us sew like her). If you want an idea here is a link to her photostream:
Mom2RTK's FLICKR Photostream

I hope the link works -- dress in on the bottom of page 6. I know there have been other simpler versions posted though.

OK, the link doesn't work but here's a link to a page she has posted on and you can look in her sig for the link to her photos:
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2314908&highlight=aurora&page=119

That is an amazing dress, and yes, I'm no where near her skill level. Thank you for the link. That dress is amazing, but I'm so afraid of satin I don't think I'd even attempt it

I did two different versions of the Make it Blue/Pink dress.

Here is one-

I think this might be it!! Thank you for sharing!!

Awww - I did!!! Thanks for remembering!!

Anyone else having crazy weather lately???? We woke up in the 60's and the temp dropped all day - now its COLD again!!! lol

I love your version as well Wendy!! HOW SWEET!!

We had INSANE weather last week too, warm and then crazy cold. It's making my kids crazy!

Wendy! That is really cute. You know come to think of it I did an applique once similar to that. It was a little add on to the Make it Pink/Blue Birthday dress I made for a friend. Hmmmmmm That might be fun to do tonight.

Talk about insane weather! We broke a record of 86 in Maryland yesterday. Then we had a crazy storm with a tornado warning. It was 60 this morning and in the 40's by the afternoon. I have asthma and do NOT do well when the weather changes suddenly. I can barely breathe tonight.

Did you ever post pictures of that dress? I'm thinking that's the one I might have seen because I'm remembering a birthday reference. I'd love to see that one too if you still have a picture

 

[tricia]

Tricia - Wow...the table runners are sooooo pretty. I keep saying that I am going to do that every year for all of the holidays. So far....I haven't made a single one! Someday though. I LOVE the idea of the wrist cuffs. When we went to WDW last (way too long ago) we put bracelets on my DGDs with our name/phone # in case they got lost. These would be great for that purpose. You could tuck a piece of paper in the zippered part with that info. Then you could make them in Disney colors/prints and they would have a place to keep those pesky little smashed coins they wanted around every turn!

thanks for the compliments. And good idea with using them for IDs. The girls I work with are always so impressed with the ideas that 'I' come up with. I have to keep telling them that I am just using ideas I saw on the internet. This will be one of them the next time I am at WDW with little ones.

Thanks for the link -- I bookmarked it. I think those would be great to make for Big Gives especially for older boys as I have a hard time coming up with ideas for them. Now to get over my zipper fear -- though it looks really easy in the tutorial (well except for the part about possibly having to shorten a zipper).

That is a good idea for the older boys for the BGs. It could match an appliqued mickey T-shirt, or a little sister etc. The zipper wasn't too bad, (although I bought the proper length and did not shorten), but if you are too scared she has a tutorial for a velcro version on the site somewhere too.

I did two different versions of the Make it Blue/Pink dress.

Here is one-

Very pretty.

Awww - I did!!! Thanks for remembering!!

Anyone else having crazy weather lately???? We woke up in the 60's and the temp dropped all day - now its COLD again!!! lol

I like that one too Wendy, especially how you did the applique.

I have a photo of the one that was photographed in the window at Disneyland- do you want that?


I'm gonna cry, I just gathered the skirt (which has this V shape to it) and only after attaching the whole thing did I realize I forgot to line up the SIDE seams- I was so focused on the getting the front right- I pinned front center and back and gathered.

So the seams are now off to left and right front of the dress- so do I rip out and re-gather,pin and sew?
I also hate that the peplums stick up and don't lay nicely- the pattern piece, in my opinion should have been bigger.
here's a photo of it-
http://a7.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hpho...0144894878458_564578457_6558709_6012054_n.jpg

BAH! I forget how to use facebook photos!

Well, since the side seams are about the same distance from center it still looks good, and you could really leave it like that if you wanted.

 

[cjbear]

Thanks for all the machine embroidery tips! I think I'm getting the hang of it. I was able to continue with that eaten shirt (Thanks especially for the tip to put fray check on it before washing it - it makes complete sense but I wouldn't have thought to do it!) - I couldn't get it lined up exactly right when I rehooped it so will do the faces by hand to make sure they end up in the right spots but the bigger applique pieces were still okay - thanks for your help!

 

[aboveH20]

I did two different versions of the Make it Blue/Pink dress.

Here is one-

Beautiful. Amazing. Wow.

Awww - I did!!! Thanks for remembering!!

Anyone else having crazy weather lately???? We woke up in the 60's and the temp dropped all day - now its COLD again!!! lol

I remember that dress. Great job.

Just this morning my husband asked if it was safe to put away the snowblower. I think it is, but you never know. We had a couple inches on Mothers' Day a few years ago.

I think this is super cute!

Thanks. I saw it in a book and wanted to try it. I don't love it, but now that I've done one, I'm curious to try another in a different fabric with a few modifications. (Maybe it's because I'm putting off the stripwork jumper I finally printed or the bowling shirt that I actually bought fabric for.)

I'm gonna cry, I just gathered the skirt (which has this V shape to it) and only after attaching the whole thing did I realize I forgot to line up the SIDE seams- I was so focused on the getting the front right- I pinned front center and back and gathered.

http://a7.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hpho...0144894878458_564578457_6558709_6012054_n.jpg

I feel your pain.
Seems like it would require a LOT of ripping.
I don't think people will notice.

 

[snubie]

I asked last week for ideas for a LegoLand outfit for Lauren DD5. This is what I came up with:
the girl is an applique I did by hand, the bricks at the bottom are a machine design.

This is for the little one to match her big sister:

And just because, here are some up-cycle knit dresses I made recently using Carla's raglan pattern and just a regular sewing machine:

And some shirts for my niece and her little brother who is due in August.

 

[aimeeg]

That is an amazing dress, and yes, I'm no where near her skill level. Thank you for the link. That dress is amazing, but I'm so afraid of satin I don't think I'd even attempt it



I think this might be it!! Thank you for sharing!!



I love your version as well Wendy!! HOW SWEET!!

We had INSANE weather last week too, warm and then crazy cold. It's making my kids crazy!



Did you ever post pictures of that dress? I'm thinking that's the one I might have seen because I'm remembering a birthday reference. I'd love to see that one too if you still have a picture

I did make a slightly different version for a friends birthday. She might have posted it.

Stacey- LOVE the Lego outfits! Too Cute!! We are hoping to get to Legoland next January.

I finally finished this Spongebob set. I think it turned out pretty cute! My girls loved it and want sets also. They asked for Sandy on the shirt though. My daughter's middle name is Cheek so I think she love Sandy Cheeks.

 

[mom2rtk]

I have a photo of the one that was photographed in the window at Disneyland- do you want that?


I'm gonna cry, I just gathered the skirt (which has this V shape to it) and only after attaching the whole thing did I realize I forgot to line up the SIDE seams- I was so focused on the getting the front right- I pinned front center and back and gathered.

So the seams are now off to left and right front of the dress- so do I rip out and re-gather,pin and sew?
I also hate that the peplums stick up and don't lay nicely- the pattern piece, in my opinion should have been bigger.
here's a photo of it-
http://a7.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hpho...0144894878458_564578457_6558709_6012054_n.jpg

BAH! I forget how to use facebook photos!

Nicole, what pattern are you using? If it's the Simplicity pattern that's in the books (2313 or 2317??), there are 3 skirt sections so the skirt seams aren't supposed to line up with the side seams of the bodice.

I have been a little frustrated by most commercial peplum patterns as well. But since those are from a sheer fabric, you might be able to just push the center down into itself a little. Most of the sheer peplums I do requiere a little coaxing.

If you're still unhappy with the peplum and want to take it apart......... you could move the back edge in some so it's not stretched over as long a distance, then it will have room to lay down better. Does that make sense?

Also, using a different hoop skirt might help. It seems a little short for that length skirt, so it goes out at a more severe angle. One with the hoop farther down might allow those peplums to lay down better at the top. Does that make sense?

Hang in there. I think you're doing great!

And if you have my email still, feel free to email me any questions you have.

Can't wait to see the finished product!

Janet

 

[tricia]

I asked last week for ideas for a LegoLand outfit for Lauren DD5. This is what I came up with:
the girl is an applique I did by hand, the bricks at the bottom are a machine design.

This is for the little one to match her big sister:

And just because, here are some up-cycle knit dresses I made recently using Carla's raglan pattern and just a regular sewing machine:

And some shirts for my niece and her little brother who is due in August.

Great job on everything. I think I want to try to make some upcycle dresses. I have been saving some shirts and hope to get the time soon.

I did make a slightly different version for a friends birthday. She might have posted it.

Stacey- LOVE the Lego outfits! Too Cute!! We are hoping to get to Legoland next January.

I finally finished this Spongebob set. I think it turned out pretty cute! My girls loved it and want sets also. They asked for Sandy on the shirt though. My daughter's middle name is Cheek so I think she love Sandy Cheeks.

Awesome. Love the Gary applique.

 

[cogero]

I asked last week for ideas for a LegoLand outfit for Lauren DD5. This is what I came up with:
the girl is an applique I did by hand, the bricks at the bottom are a machine design.

This is for the little one to match her big sister:

And just because, here are some up-cycle knit dresses I made recently using Carla's raglan pattern and just a regular sewing machine:

And some shirts for my niece and her little brother who is due in August.

OMGoodness these are awesome

I did make a slightly different version for a friends birthday. She might have posted it.

Stacey- LOVE the Lego outfits! Too Cute!! We are hoping to get to Legoland next January.

I finally finished this Spongebob set. I think it turned out pretty cute! My girls loved it and want sets also. They asked for Sandy on the shirt though. My daughter's middle name is Cheek so I think she love Sandy Cheeks.

I love the spongebob outfit.

 

[snubie]

Oh I forgot something...

remember this -

Dh was able to fix it! The dealer quoted $500 to fix it, Dh was able to fix it with a $5.00 tube of some super glue welding stuff.

 

[1308Miles]

Hi ladies!

It's been SO long since I last posted....but I've been lurking and LOVE the new outfits posted (obviously WTMTQ!) I'm still trying to shake off that post-Disney funk...it's taking longer than I thought! What better way to keep the Dis love alive than by making customs, right? Here are a few new creations:

Jessie-inspired Toy Story dress

Alice in Wonderland-inspired outfit (it's hard to see the white bloomers with the black ruffle trim...)

I actually have a few QUESTIONS, if you don't mind:

1. After a great deal of nagging from my friends, I finally agreed to open an etsy shop. In 5 days, I've made two sales (and I'm not even related to these customers!!) I posted this hat:

and the customer wants a chin strap for her infant daughter...has anyone ever attempted to add this to CarlaC's Patchwork Bucket hat pattern before? If so, HOW??

2. How difficult is CarlaC's Precious dress? I just LOVELOVELOVE it and I'm terrified of it. It looks so difficult and I'm afraid of buttonholes. Can someone talk me into this?

Thanks for any advice/help you can provide!!

 

[tmh0206]

I asked last week for ideas for a LegoLand outfit for Lauren DD5. This is what I came up with:
the girl is an applique I did by hand, the bricks at the bottom are a machine design.

This is for the little one to match her big sister:

And just because, here are some up-cycle knit dresses I made recently using Carla's raglan pattern and just a regular sewing machine:

And some shirts for my niece and her little brother who is due in August.

Wow! you have been a very busy lady! everything looks awesome, LOVE the lego outfit!

I did make a slightly different version for a friends birthday. She might have posted it.

Stacey- LOVE the Lego outfits! Too Cute!! We are hoping to get to Legoland next January.


Wow! you have been a very busy lady! everything looks awesome, LOVE the lego outfit!

I finally finished this Spongebob set. I think it turned out pretty cute! My girls loved it and want sets also. They asked for Sandy on the shirt though. My daughter's middle name is Cheek so I think she love Sandy Cheeks.

as usual, your spongebob outfit is incredible!

Oh I forgot something...

remember this -

Dh was able to fix it! The dealer quoted $500 to fix it, Dh was able to fix it with a $5.00 tube of some super glue welding stuff.

woo hoo!!!! I definelty remember that picture, it sCaReD me the first time I saw it!!! so glad it was a cheap fix and not a $500 bill!

 

[tricia]

Oh I forgot something...

remember this -

Dh was able to fix it! The dealer quoted $500 to fix it, Dh was able to fix it with a $5.00 tube of some super glue welding stuff.

that is so great. Good job to your DH.

Hi ladies!

It's been SO long since I last posted....but I've been lurking and LOVE the new outfits posted (obviously WTMTQ!) I'm still trying to shake off that post-Disney funk...it's taking longer than I thought! What better way to keep the Dis love alive than by making customs, right? Here are a few new creations:

Jessie-inspired Toy Story dress

Alice in Wonderland-inspired outfit (it's hard to see the white bloomers with the black ruffle trim...)

I actually have a few QUESTIONS, if you don't mind:

1. After a great deal of nagging from my friends, I finally agreed to open an etsy shop. In 5 days, I've made two sales (and I'm not even related to these customers!!) I posted this hat:

and the customer wants a chin strap for her infant daughter...has anyone ever attempted to add this to CarlaC's Patchwork Bucket hat pattern before? If so, HOW??

2. How difficult is CarlaC's Precious dress? I just LOVELOVELOVE it and I'm terrified of it. It looks so difficult and I'm afraid of buttonholes. Can someone talk me into this?

Thanks for any advice/help you can provide!!

Very cute.

1. does she want the hat to be reversible? If not, I would just add 2 straps at the seam between the top and the brim on the inside of the hat. One on each side and then they could be tied under her chin.
Would look like this:
http://oldnavy.gap.com/Asset_Archive/ONWeb/Assets/Product/733/733829/big/on733829-00vliv01.jpg

2. It is actually quite easy, and buttonholes aren't as bad as you think. Most who are afraid and then try them say that.

 

[cogero]

Hi ladies!

It's been SO long since I last posted....but I've been lurking and LOVE the new outfits posted (obviously WTMTQ!) I'm still trying to shake off that post-Disney funk...it's taking longer than I thought! What better way to keep the Dis love alive than by making customs, right? Here are a few new creations:

Jessie-inspired Toy Story dress

Alice in Wonderland-inspired outfit (it's hard to see the white bloomers with the black ruffle trim...)

I actually have a few QUESTIONS, if you don't mind:

1. After a great deal of nagging from my friends, I finally agreed to open an etsy shop. In 5 days, I've made two sales (and I'm not even related to these customers!!) I posted this hat:

and the customer wants a chin strap for her infant daughter...has anyone ever attempted to add this to CarlaC's Patchwork Bucket hat pattern before? If so, HOW??

2. How difficult is CarlaC's Precious dress? I just LOVELOVELOVE it and I'm terrified of it. It looks so difficult and I'm afraid of buttonholes. Can someone talk me into this?

Thanks for any advice/help you can provide!!

great stuff. What pattern is the Alice outfit.

I have just about decided what to do with the Etsy shop. I have several people asking about silly things but figure I may as well try it.

 

[froggy33]

Thank you Jessica!!!! Everything you explained worked!!!! I have the 770 as well, I wonder why they dont list the vertical hoop??? Do you have the multiposition hoop? Im still trying to figure that out....it seems like 3, 4x4 fields that overlap each other????

Is there a way to rotate a purchased design in the program???

THANK YOU!!

Hi there! I'm glad it worked!

For rotating, I don't have the program in front of me right now, but I would assume you just select the entire design (like you did by dragging the design to move it) and go to the layout view on the top bar and then use the rotate drag down menu. If that doesn't work, then you can try holding the control key and mouse select one of the corner circles on the box around the design and then rotate.

Clear as mud? Good luck!

I don't have the reposition hoop, may be something I have to look into!

Jess

 

[1308Miles]

Very cute.

1. does she want the hat to be reversible? If not, I would just add 2 straps at the seam between the top and the brim on the inside of the hat. One on each side and then they could be tied under her chin.
Would look like this:
http://oldnavy.gap.com/Asset_Archive/ONWeb/Assets/Product/733/733829/big/on733829-00vliv01.jpg

2. It is actually quite easy, and buttonholes aren't as bad as you think. Most who are afraid and then try them say that.

She does want it reversible...which is making this all the more difficult. I'll see what I can do. Thanks for the suggestion and photo. BTW, I am SO buying that Precious dress right now.

great stuff. What pattern is the Alice outfit.

I have just about decided what to do with the Etsy shop. I have several people asking about silly things but figure I may as well try it.

Thanks! The Alice is a Portrait Peasant and Easy Fits. Good luck with your etsy shop!

 

[tricia]

She does want it reversible...which is making this all the more difficult. I'll see what I can do. Thanks for the suggestion and photo. BTW, I am SO buying that Precious dress right now.




Thanks! The Alice is a Portrait Peasant and Easy Fits. Good luck with your etsy shop!

You could do this on both layers, and then just tie the ones on the top in a bow at the back of the hat, and the ones on the bottom under the chin. Get it?
Or, put grommets or buttonholes in the brim close to where it attaches to the cap portion and just use 2 straps with knots tied in the ends that would just pull thru to either side.

 

[MWGreene]

Let see hope I got this math right....

top band loose 1 3/8" to elastic casing (lets call that 1.5") plus 1/4" seam allowance so that leaves 4.25"

top ruffle loose 1/4" seam allowance and 1/2" to hem leaving 6.5"

bottom band loose 1/2" to seam allowances leaving 3.75"

bottom ruffle loose 1/4" seam allowance, 1/2" hem and 2.75" hidden under top ruffle leaves 2.25"

so the skirt in the tutorial should be 4.25" + 6.5" + 2.25" or 12" so you would need to get rid of 3" somewhere.


I think you could leave the width of the strips the same size as the elastic waist will make the skirt fit.

Thank you so much! I really appreciate the help. I found a quilting store that had much better fabric choices! Thank you thank you!

 

[aboveH20]

I asked last week for ideas for a LegoLand outfit for Lauren DD5. This is what I came up with:
the girl is an applique I did by hand, the bricks at the bottom are a machine design.

And just because, here are some up-cycle knit dresses I made recently using Carla's raglan pattern and just a regular sewing machine:

And some shirts for my niece and her little brother who is due in August.

I really like the Lego outfit and the creativity of the upcycles.

I finally finished this Spongebob set. I think it turned out pretty cute! My girls loved it and want sets also. They asked for Sandy on the shirt though. My daughter's middle name is Cheek so I think she love Sandy Cheeks.

I running out of superlatives to use for your creations. Let's go with Wowzers this time. I'm in no hurry for grandchildren (sons are unmarried, 23 and 25) but it would be nice to have a little one to sew for and take to disney world.

Oh I forgot something...

remember this -

Dh was able to fix it! The dealer quoted $500 to fix it, Dh was able to fix it with a $5.00 tube of some super glue welding stuff.

Impressive!

Hi ladies!

It's been SO long since I last posted....but I've been lurking and LOVE the new outfits posted (obviously WTMTQ!) I'm still trying to shake off that post-Disney funk...it's taking longer than I thought! What better way to keep the Dis love alive than by making customs, right? Here are a few new creations:

Jessie-inspired Toy Story dress

Thanks for any advice/help you can provide!!

The only help I can provide is to say great job.

 

[aimeeg]

Thank you all for the Spongebob compliments!!! Shhhhhh . . . I do not like Spongebob. It's 3 against 1 in this house and my DH is the ringleader! This set was so much fun because the lady who asked me to make gave me the green light to do whatever. It was a lot of fun!

I was able to finish one more thing today. It's my 2011 version of Steamboat Willie.