Disboutiquers Part 25 Kids Disney Boutique / Customs Clothes psst..we sew ;-)

[babynala]

I don't think I ever posted these.

These are the outfits I did for Avy's Big Give

Ella's Outfit

Avy's Outfit. This skirt was an experiment if I ever do this again I will topstitch every row.

These are so pretty, I love how you did the stripes in Avy's skirt

We took the DGDs to the Strawberry festival in our area this weekend. Here are the outfits I made for them. I am posting a picture together and then a better one of each so you can see the appliques. I wasn't happy with how either of them stitched out....HEATHER..you need to do a Strawberry applique before next year

Mia's says "strawberry-licious" since you can't see that very well in picture.

The girls look so cute in their strawberry dresses. Great job, especially on such short notice.

Okay, Ladies...I need some help!

I always make pj's for the kids for our trips. This trip I'm also making crayon rolls/activity bags for both kids and tule skirts for our daughter. I've already made 1 pillowcase dress (I should post a pic). My son wants me to make him something, but I'm not sure what. He is 6. I'm good enough at sewing to be dangerous, but I'm not that fantastic, so I need fairly easy options. Any ideas?

You could easily do some easy fit shorts and a t-shirt to match. I did this for my son on our last trip and I used Heather Sue's tutorial on the first post to do some Mickey Head t-shirts.

This is sort of a quick drive by - apologize for that... But We are heading to Disneyland this weekend... anyone else going too?

Would love to say hi!

Thanks,
Lori

Have fun on your trip!!!

We went to San Diego a few weeks ago to visit family. Initially the plan did not include Disneyland. Dh likes Disney but just did not want to spend the money or the time to head up to Anaheim since DD#1 and I were just in WDW in Jan/Feb. Well, 3 days before we leave, DH says to me, "Let's go to Disneyland while we are in California." Really? Really? In a panic only the disboutiquers can understand, I ripped into DD#1's closet looking for something for her to wear. She had a vida from Jan she could wear. DD2 was not so lucky. she had nothing Disney, so I whipped up a t-shirt dress for her in a few hours. This was Megan's first Disney park so she had to have SOMETHING to wear.

Not a good pic but you get the idea and you can see the back of Lauren's vida

A pic of the reluctant DH (wearing an Epcot tee) holding Megan in the queue for Casey Jr:

And Megan's first interaction with characters, she was NOT happy.

What a great surprise. I LOVE LOVE LOVE Megan's t-shirt dress. The girls look cute with Pooh. Looks like you had a great trip. The lego set looks really cute on your DD.

Okay...here is a pic of my first boutique dress. I realize it's pretty simple, but it was my first time doing this dress. I can't wait to do another and put more detail on it.

Very pretty.

Awesome on all accounts!!!! I can't believe the detailing in the letters on the shirt. Please tell me how you cut the fabric on the letter appliques such as the center of an "o". I saw a horse applique I liked but it had one tiny cut out like that and I have no clue how I'd cut it without cutting the shirt.

Very carefully, that fabric was pretty thin so it was a little easier. To start the whole I usually cut in the middle with my Friskar embroidery scissors. I sometimes will use tweezers to pull the fabric up and away from the base fabric to make the first cut. I've also used a pin to pull the fabric up and I sometimes use my seam ripper to pull the fabric away and make a small tear to get the scissors in there. I'm usually cringing when I do this in hopes I didn't cut the base fabric too.

I made 3 of these for my grandaughters. They loved them. I just got my embroidery machine about 2 months ago and haven't done to much yet but I love it. It is hard to find the time to sew.

Only made one of these for one of the grandsons. As you can tell I haven't got the hang of posting pictures yet, they are either to big or to little. I will try to do better the next time. Maybe some day I will learn to sew half as good as the rest of you. But don't hold your breath.

These look really cute. You did a great job. Finding the time to sew is the hardest part. I'm not surprised that the grandkids loved them.

I wanted to share a few things I've made for Gives recently:

I've made a ton of tshirts too.

And I finally got around to making a couple things for Alison. She has recently taken to Hello Kitty so I bought a bit of fabric when it was on sale at JoAnns and made her this:

And a tshirt I stitched out to go with her petti:

I had plans to make several things for her, but she still has quite a bit of stuff from last year that fits so I'll hold off on a lot of it. After all I still have lots of stuff to make for Disney!

The Belle dress is so pretty and I love the fabric you used on the Star Wars dress. So many cute things for the Big Gives. I like how you did the Ariel dress and the Cinderella dress is so detailed - you are very generous. The Hello Kitty outif is my favorite. I love the shirt and the skirt fabrics. The princess t-shirt is really cute too and looks great with the petti.

 

[aboveH20]

i wanted to share a few things i've made for gives recently:

i've made a ton of tshirts too.

And i finally got around to making a couple things for alison. She has recently taken to hello kitty so i bought a bit of fabric when it was on sale at joanns and made her this:

and a tshirt i stitched out to go with her petti:

i had plans to make several things for her, but she still has quite a bit of stuff from last year that fits so i'll hold off on a lot of it. After all i still have lots of stuff to make for disney!

WOW!!! I don't know what else to say.

 

[effervescent]

You have done so many amazing things for the Big Gives -- I generally see most things you post over there but for the life of me I don't remember that gorgeous Belle dress.
The Hello Kitty is adorable! I must try ruffling the edges of t's. I right now am doing t's from Target for dd and they are a fitted size small and require constant babysitting to make sure the fabric stays out of the way. I had an easier time doing a boxy size 3T for a Big Give.

Thank you! When I posted the pic of the Belle dresses (matching sister set) on the Give board it was just a quick snapshot from my cell phone since I was at work. I took a better picture when I got home before I wrapped it up.

I love doing the ruffled edges on the tshirts, it's so easy and it dresses them up just a bit. I don't like doing the smaller tshirts boxy or fitted...lol. Most of ours are usually boxy just because I can't ever seem to luck into plain tshirts from Target/Walmart.

The Belle dress is so pretty and I love the fabric you used on the Star Wars dress. So many cute things for the Big Gives. I like how you did the Ariel dress and the Cinderella dress is so detailed - you are very generous. The Hello Kitty outif is my favorite. I love the shirt and the skirt fabrics. The princess t-shirt is really cute too and looks great with the petti.

Thank you! I asked DH if I could redo the bedroom in the planets fabric but I was vetoed. Hello Kitty was Alison's favorite too - the day after she wore it she snuck into the dirty clothes bin and pulled it out and then dressed herself in it. It was quite the struggle convincing her that it needed washing! She calls it her Kitty Hello outfit....lol.

WOW!!! I don't know what else to say.

Aw, thank you!


No sewing for me today, although I've gotten most of my chores done this morning. Ok, not entirely true - I hemmed a pair of pants for my friend but I don't consider that good sewing. So I am thinking it's time for bed, especially since I'm working some OT tonight. I'm hoping to get my sewing space more organized this week on my day off, but that will involve the husband since I need him to move some furniture for me.....so we'll see if those plans actually happen or not. Now that I'm using my space regularly it needs some tweaking!

Hope you all have a wonderful day!

 

[Adi12982]

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Done! She is a doll!

Thank you sooo much!

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Thanks Adi! I can't believe I did 14 either! Thanks, I love my babies!

I'm one of the 400.
I LOVE that picture!!!!!! She is just too adorable for words!

Well, you've done an amazing job raising them, momma!

Thanks so very much for being one of the 400

done

THANKS so very much!!

 

[teresajoy]

All I can say is WOW!!! That is absolutely fabulous and there is no way I will let Alexa see it because she will have to have one! Love that fabric!

Really cute! Heather's designs always stitch out so nicely that many other digitzers just don't compare! Your granddaughters are beautiful!

Thank you. This outfit was a product of pure love!

And, I know you weren't quoting me about Heather's designs, but I have to agree, hers are so good!!! I would never have been able to complete this dress if it weren't for her!

Teresa - love the Sea World outfit! I want to do something similar for Alison for EPCOT but your tales are a little unnerving! It turned out wonderfully though.

A bit better representation of the fabric, the previous pic was a little dark:

And I finally got around to making a couple things for Alison. She has recently taken to Hello Kitty so I bought a bit of fabric when it was on sale at JoAnns and made her this:

Really, the outfit wasn't bad, I just should have started earlier! Give yourself enough time (I somehow didn't factor in how much time the appliques would take! DUH! ) and you will be just fine!! I'm such a horrible procrastinator!

I am in love with all these outfits!!! I especially love the Star Wars outfit!! That fabric is WONDERFUL! Where did you find it?

Your daughter is so precious!!!!

 

[teresajoy]

Can I brag a little bit? I mentioned the other day that we are saving money for my SIL, Barbara, to stay at the Poly in May. Well, Arminda and Lydia decided that they would donate half their lemonade stand money for Barbara. So far, they have made over $7 for her.

They are buying the lemonade themselves, so the other half of the money mostly goes for supplies.

 

[mkwj]

Would you make PANTS or SHORTS for the boys??? How cold is the week after Thanksgiving???? I worry about it being FREEZING COLD and all I made was shorts ... or HOT and I made mostly pants HELP!!!!

But, I need help with WHAT to make ... pants or shorts? HELP!!!!!

We were there Thanksgiving of 09 and it was warm throughout the day and a little chilly at night, but not coat chilly. I just changed from shorts to jeans. My husband stayed in his shorts. There were a few days that were chillier than others. So honestly I would prepare for both. I know that is not the easiest to do when making customs.

 

[kelly1218]

I've been away for a long weekend and before that was trying to get ready for said weekend (and all of the end of year activities we seem to have going on) ... SO SO SO much gorgeous stuff and I wish I could wade through the pages since I last posted to quote it all ...

I just sat down with my mom and showed her all of the fabric I've been collecting to make customs for our trip ... and then told her I want to go to Mary Jo's tomorrow before we leave for Rhode Island for the month

2 big plastic bags full of fabric (one Walmart bad, one Hobby Lobby) plus a bag of ribbons, etc. and I said, "So I want to go to Mary Jo's tomorrow for Minnie Dot, etc. after we take Dad to the airport"

I realized I bought a lot more smaller (1/4 yard) pieces than I thought ... so I guess more "decoupage style" pants or shorts will be made than just plain pants or shorts ... At least with the Easy Fits I can buy some lighter weight denim and I won't have to rip out the seams of regular jeans

This will be our first November trip since I was 4 ... When DH & I have gone with the kids we've gone at the end of January or the beginning of February ... and he & I went for Columbus Day Weekend in 2002 ...

Would you make PANTS or SHORTS for the boys??? How cold is the week after Thanksgiving???? I worry about it being FREEZING COLD and all I made was shorts ... or HOT and I made mostly pants HELP!!!!

I'm thinking a trip to Goodwill for a couple of jean skirts I can upcycle is in order too And I saw the cutest outfit for the boys with upcycled jean jackets, so I'm on the hunt for those too ...

But, I need help with WHAT to make ... pants or shorts? HELP!!!!!

We went the first week of November last year...and the week between Christmas and New years..... The first week of November was cold...we needed sweatshirts.... the mornings were really cold.... but christamas we FROZE.. I believe it got down to about 28 at night... New Years day..... was almost 80.

 

[snubie]

Can I brag a little bit? I mentioned the other day that we are saving money for my SIL, Barbara, to stay at the Poly in May. Well, Arminda and Lydia decided that they would donate half their lemonade stand money for Barbara. So far, they have made over $7 for her.

They are buying the lemonade themselves, so the other half of the money mostly goes for supplies.

You have such good girls! Way to go, Arminda and Lydia!

 

[froggy33]

Thought I'd post our last day while I'm being lazy at work!

We checked out of AKL on Monday morning. It was sad as usual, but not so bad considering we were headed to the beach and not home!

We went for breakfast at 1900 Park Fare cause I love Mary Poppins. It would be better though if it were actually Julie Andrews! Kenzie was in a bit of a mood this morning, but it was still fun! And Mary Poppins was so great with her!

All in all it was a great trip! I'm hoping to get over to Disneyland in September/October for one last family of 3 trip before the baby and then hopefully head back to WDW in May with the new little one and our neighbors who have never been!! I would get to make customs for 2 little girls, a little boy, and the baby. Is it crazy that it is still only a possibility and I'm already planning what I'll make!! HA! We'll see how it goes!

 

[belle41379]

We were there Thanksgiving of 09 and it was warm throughout the day and a little chilly at night, but not coat chilly. I just changed from shorts to jeans. My husband stayed in his shorts. There were a few days that were chillier than others. So honestly I would prepare for both. I know that is not the easiest to do when making customs.

I agree. Never been in Nov, but I've had December be freezing and swimming weather in the same week. I think the best bet would be to go with mostly pants.

 

[belle41379]

Can I brag a little bit? I mentioned the other day that we are saving money for my SIL, Barbara, to stay at the Poly in May. Well, Arminda and Lydia decided that they would donate half their lemonade stand money for Barbara. So far, they have made over $7 for her.

They are buying the lemonade themselves, so the other half of the money mostly goes for supplies.

That is WELL worth bragging about.

Okay, here is my second boutique dress. I've never made anything like this before!!! I didn't have a pattern, but I think it turned out okay.

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[Meshell2002]

Everything from the last 2-3 pages looks great ladies! I'm not going to quote them since it gets really long that way. This thread inspires me!

I've been working on my DD2 3yoBday dress.....its going to be "Heirloom Party Dress" by Martha Pullen. I'm allowing myself 6 mos to sew this dress as its my first big heirloom project. I've made bonnets and daygowns before.

DH is going to have DD2 photographed in this dress for the dining room....a family tradition

Anyway.....if anyone has a Juki serger and a gathering foot could they tell me their stitch length & tension settings? I'd love to use it but I've not gotten the 2:1 ratio for the ruffle I'm trying to get for puffing and ruffles. Today I just used my regular sewing machine cause I figured I'd get it done sooner than trying to learn something new

and to the pp that was asking about the weather in Nov....I live in south AL and the weather is a lot like FL, that time of year....you need to bring both AND dress in layers.....for girls u just make skirts and bring leggings, boys I would make thin pants and some back up shorts, I would applique short sleeve tshirts and bring long sleeve to put under if you need it, and a windbreaker.

 

[aboveH20]

Thought I'd post our last day while I'm being lazy at work!

We checked out of AKL on Monday morning. It was sad as usual, but not so bad considering we were headed to the beach and not home!

We went for breakfast at 1900 Park Fare cause I love Mary Poppins. It would be better though if it were actually Julie Andrews! Kenzie was in a bit of a mood this morning, but it was still fun! And Mary Poppins was so great with her!

All in all it was a great trip! I'm hoping to get over to Disneyland in September/October for one last family of 3 trip before the baby and then hopefully head back to WDW in May with the new little one and our neighbors who have never been!! I would get to make customs for 2 little girls, a little boy, and the baby. Is it crazy that it is still only a possibility and I'm already planning what I'll make!! HA! We'll see how it goes!

The dress is wonderful. I've never done 1900 Park Fare, but it's getting closer to the top of my list.

That is WELL worth bragging about.

Okay, here is my second boutique dress. I've never made anything like this before!!! I didn't have a pattern, but I think it turned out okay.

Very nice. I just bought the same fabric and think I'll use it on some pillows for GKTW.

Everything from the last 2-3 pages looks great ladies! I'm not going to quote them since it gets really long that way. This thread inspires me!

I've been working on my DD2 3yoBday dress.....its going to be "Heirloom Party Dress" by Martha Pullen. I'm allowing myself 6 mos to sew this dress as its my first big heirloom project. I've made bonnets and daygowns before.

DH is going to have DD2 photographed in this dress for the dining room....a family tradition

Holy Hannah! I don't think I'll ever have that much patience. Absolutely beautiful.

 

[dianemom2]

I finally got around to making my GKTW pillows today. They were pretty quick and easy. I didn't take pictures yet since I am hoping to make more of them.

 

[WyomingMomof6]

Can I brag a little bit? I mentioned the other day that we are saving money for my SIL, Barbara, to stay at the Poly in May. Well, Arminda and Lydia decided that they would donate half their lemonade stand money for Barbara. So far, they have made over $7 for her.

They are buying the lemonade themselves, so the other half of the money mostly goes for supplies.

Aww, your girls are so sweet! That just melts my heart!

All in all it was a great trip! I'm hoping to get over to Disneyland in September/October for one last family of 3 trip before the baby and then hopefully head back to WDW in May with the new little one and our neighbors who have never been!! I would get to make customs for 2 little girls, a little boy, and the baby. Is it crazy that it is still only a possibility and I'm already planning what I'll make!! HA! We'll see how it goes!

Super cute! My daughter, her boyfriend, his sister and nephew are all going to Disneyland in June and I'm planning outfits too!

Okay, here is my second boutique dress. I've never made anything like this before!!! I didn't have a pattern, but I think it turned out okay.

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Well done! That fabric is so cute!

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Incredible! I don't think I will ever be able to do anything like that if I live to be 100!

 

[squirrel]

Questions:

How many inches do you normally make the ruffles for the bottom of a dress?

I have the fabric and ribbon to make a Rapunzel dress. I'm just having trouble trying to come up with a way to thread the ribbon on the front. I thought of using pieces of hair elastic, but that might be too thick and bulky on the dress. I'd prefer to thread it through something rather than stitching it on. Any ideas?


Lots of beautiful things posted in the last day or two.

 

[scrap_heaven]

Really starting to think about customs for our upcoming trip to Disney in October, and have been nabbing up some great appliques from some of the recent sales from the digitizers.

I thought I would do a little brag, my mom made Lily two STUNNING princess gowns. Both dresses will fit Lily during our upcoming trip as well. YIPPIE!!

Okay here are some pictures
Photopass photos

Our photos

Dancing with Prince Charming

Cinderella and Lily

Sorry total photo overload, but they took my mom weeks to make and I am soooo proud.

P.S. if I have already posted these, SORRY totally sleep deprived.

 

[billwendy]

Questions:

How many inches do you normally make the ruffles for the bottom of a dress?

I have the fabric and ribbon to make a Rapunzel dress. I'm just having trouble trying to come up with a way to thread the ribbon on the front. I thought of using pieces of hair elastic, but that might be too thick and bulky on the dress. I'd prefer to thread it through something rather than stitching it on. Any ideas?


Lots of beautiful things posted in the last day or two.

I really want to make a Rapunzel dress as well!! I hope Carla does a tutorial real soon!!!

Teresa - how wonderful of your girls! That is just so caring and kind - I'd be proud too!!

I finally have something to post!! We are going to the beach for Memorial Day weekend plus a few bonus days, so I made the kids some patriotic wear! My 17 yo nephew asked me what I was making and when I told him M and M shirts he said he wanted one too!!! lol!!! This was my first time making raggie flip flops (love the old navy buck sale!).

M and M fabric made into shorts for the 3 kids with applique shirts

And Audrey Ruffle skirts for the girls with raggie flip flops to match!

 

[cogero]

Teresa your girls are just to sweet.

Wendy those outfits are just fabulous