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

[hivemama]

Has anyone ever made Carlac's bowling shirt without lining it? I want to make a couple for my boys this summer, but I'd like to not line it so they're cooler. Is it absolutely necessary?

 

[MinnieVanMom]

It is official, I no longer can keep up with you ladies. I am sorry I started my job two weeks ago and haven't been able to get here since.

 

[MinnieVanMom]

Has anyone ever made Carlac's bowling shirt without lining it? I want to make a couple for my boys this summer, but I'd like to not line it so they're cooler. Is it absolutely necessary?

Hi hivemama,
I have made every kind of bowling shirt from Carla C that can be made. I have also made very mistake possible. If you have any questions at all feel free to PM.

You don't need to line the shirts at all. Just finish the bottom and make sure when you add the placket they are long enough to hem up also. Or hem the sides and back, then add the packets matching at the bottom. Easy either way.

Her bowling shirt pattern is so diverse and you can make shirts for every occasion. I have even taken the technique and applied to a commercial pattern for DH so we are all matchy matchy at Disney.

 

[MinnieVanMom]

Anyway, up for your viewing pleasure are three horse shirts. The first is an applique, the next is a loose fill and the last is a full fill. I have tons more horse patterns to do after this, but haven't had much time this week to get anything done. My rule is all my laundry and ironing must be done before sewing and that just hasn't happened this week. And sorry, I always forget to take pics while dd is wearing them so this is all you get.

And sorry if the photos are different sizes -- photobucket decided to stop working properly for me again.

Andrea,
I just love your horse design and the diversity. I like the loose fill and the great colours. Super job.

 

[hivemama]

Those are SO cute! My girls love Marie!

 

[hivemama]

Hi hivemama,
I have made every kind of bowling shirt from Carla C that can be made. I have also made very mistake possible. If you have any questions at all feel free to PM.

You don't need to line the shirts at all. Just finish the bottom and make sure when you add the placket they are long enough to hem up also. Or hem the sides and back, then add the packets matching at the bottom. Easy either way.

Her bowling shirt pattern is so diverse and you can make shirts for every occasion. I have even taken the technique and applied to a commercial pattern for DH so we are all matchy matchy at Disney.

Thank you! I kept looking at it, and thinking "I'm sure she lined it for a reason, but the shirt will surely work without it...?" I'm really excited to make a couple. Her patterns are so easy to work with

 

[chellewashere]

Hey everyone. There is no way in the world I would be able to quote everything since I have been off for 2 weeks. We had a tragedy in my DH's family and I have been trying to deal, cope and come to terms with what happened.
Must say though I love EVERYTHING!! The help on the twirl skirts was awesome can't wait to try to make one of those!
Congrats Froggy!! How awesome that is for your family!!
Haven't sewn anything since Momma's Day so I guess I have to get back on track now.
Hope everyone has an absolutely fantastic Memorial Day celebration.

 

[aboveH20]

Thank you! I'd had that dress in my mind for a while. I was just waiting for a family that liked Monsters Inc.!

Here are some baby gifts that I finally got done. I actually have another Marie stashed somewhere to go with the second onesie, I just can't find it!

These are not for twins-two separate families although I have a friend whose daughter is having twin girls and I'm tempted to send them to her instead, lol.

 

[tricia]

Has anyone ever made Carlac's bowling shirt without lining it? I want to make a couple for my boys this summer, but I'd like to not line it so they're cooler. Is it absolutely necessary?

Yes, and I posted a quick tutorial on how I did it somewhere on this thread. I will see if I can find it.

Thank you! I'd had that dress in my mind for a while. I was just waiting for a family that liked Monsters Inc.!

Here are some baby gifts that I finally got done. I actually have another Marie stashed somewhere to go with the second onesie, I just can't find it!

These are not for twins-two separate families although I have a friend whose daughter is having twin girls and I'm tempted to send them to her instead, lol.

Very cute.

So much great stuff posted lately!

Here's some things I did recently for a Big Give.

Awesome.

WTMTQ and I'm very behind.

Jaylin I loved seeing all of your outfits! Awesome job!

Wendy, I particularly love your Audrey skirts and "Cute" shirts.

Here are three shirts I did last week for dd. I really want to get some done for ds but needed to do another thread order and despite ordering on Monday it's not here yet! Grrrrr! My shirts I ordered yesterday from Jiffy arrived today. My last Marathon order took just two days so i'm a bit miffed.

Anyway, up for your viewing pleasure are three horse shirts. The first is an applique, the next is a loose fill and the last is a full fill. I have tons more horse patterns to do after this, but haven't had much time this week to get anything done. My rule is all my laundry and ironing must be done before sewing and that just hasn't happened this week. And sorry, I always forget to take pics while dd is wearing them so this is all you get.

And sorry if the photos are different sizes -- photobucket decided to stop working properly for me again.

Great Horses. Glad she loves them.

SO so so many amazing things over the last couple weeks! I've looked at them all, just TMTQ! I especially loved the Test Track outfits and the smocked heirloom dress and bonnet!



Would you be willing to share whose design it was you had trouble with? I'm looking at similar SW Mickey etc. designs from "lotsofappliques" on etsy and "digitalbydesign"? If anyone else has feedback on either digitizer, I'd appreciate it! I'm totally new at this!

Also would you be willing to share your Leia Minnie with me, too?

I need a fifth SW character. I'll be doing Trooper Donald, Princess Minnie, Jedi Mickey, and Darth Goofy. Is R2-MK (red, black, gold R2 unit with Mickey ears) available as an applique anywhere?

I finished up another baby carrier for dh to use. He's not thrilled with the comfort factor of it, but I think he just needs to get used to it. We have three under 4, so handsfree walking is pretty handy! This one was a former bedsheet (with two layers of twill and an inner support system of seatbelt webbing, lest anyone worry it's only a sheet ):

I also made this pinafore and diaper cover (Little Lizard King) for dd for Memorial Day, 4th, etc. I was testing the pattern because I plan to make one for her from Peter Pan fabric for our trip.

Regards,
C.

Very cute. I ruffled bums too.

 

[tricia]

Found it. It was back on page 53, so I copied and pasted it here for you.


I've done this several times, so I just had to look up the page numbers, but otherwise I just did this off the top of my head, so if it doesn't make sense, just ask.

OK, I am assuming you have Carla’s pattern and the pages are numbered the same as my copy.

First, I don't add any extra to the bottom of the sleeves and shirt pieces as I cut, as I just do a very small hem. If you want a thicker hem, you will have to add a hem allowance more.

Then follow Carla’s instructions right thru Page 25., then serge or zig zag stitch the seams. Then I serge or zig zag the bottom of the assembled shirt and fold the hem up 1/4 inch and press. (I don’t sew it yet, cause I like to do some top stitching later and do it all at once.)

Back to Carla’s instructions, page 30 – 33 for placket assembly. When you go to attach the placket, just keep the bottom edge folded up and pin in place at the bottom, and continue with the instructions all the way thru page 47.

Now serge or zig zag the bottom edge of your sleeves and press up 1/4 inch to wrong side to make a crease. Fold sleeve back in half right sides together and sew up side seam with ¼ inch seam allowance. Now stitch your hem up, and insert the sleeve per Carla’s instructions.

The last think I do is a little extra topstitching. I start on the placket where it meets the collar, sew to the corner, then down the placket, then across the bottom of the placket and all along the shirt’s hemline to the other placket, then back up and to the collar on the other side.

Clear enough? If you have any extra questions, just ask.

 

[PurpleEars]

Looks like all of you have been busy in the last few days. I am over 10 pages behind because we've guests in town. I figured I better entertain them instead of typing on the computer when I am not at work. Fortunately I took today off work so I get a chance to squeeze in some time to look at this thread before people got up!

I was going to do it at the dance competition but I got involved in actually watching the competition and playing with the boy. Okay I have a small brag about my boy. As a lot of you know he is on the autism spectrum and I had no less than 5 people come up to me telling me how well behaved he was.

He did throw one little tantrum but it was at the end of the day toward the 7 hour mark.

We went out to dinner after the competition and he was great there too.

That is wonderful to hear that your son is doing well in an environment that is probably tough for him!

We had a great time as usual (love the strawberry soup!). The interaction was great (my daughter is still not 100% in to it, but she did well). The Steps loved her outfit! Anastasia was especially good!

On Sunday, we headed to EPCOT for the F&G festival. we got there at opening and went straight to the character spot (I recommend this if you don't have a meal with the fab five). Then we headed over to Norway for lunch with the princesses. We got to see Snow White, Belle, Aurora and Cinderella. I was pretty bummed that Ariel wasn't there.

We hung around World showcase for a while. As I'm sure a few of you have experienced, we spend all this money on trips to Disney and we could have just bought a hoola hoop at home and been good to go!!

This outfit got a lot of attention. I just love this fabric!!

When we had lunch at Akershus, while having Belle sign the pillow with the Rapunzel applique on it, she asked if we were going to see Rapunzel. I said no, that we weren't going to Magic Kingdom this trip. Belle told us all secret0like that Rapunzel was actually going to be in EPCOT that day and to ask at the character spot about info. Then while eating Snow White, not at all secret-like, told us Rapunzel would be in United Kingdom. Well, I was pretty confused, but I wasn't going to miss this opportunity. So I aksed 4 different people and finally the last one said, if she was going to be there she would be at the International Gateway.

So we slowly made our way over there and I found a charcter helper and he said they would be there in about 10 minutes. There was already a short line, so we hopped in and waited. And what do you know...at 3:10 out come Rapunzel and Flynn!!! I was almost as excited as Kenzie!!!

She LOVED this. As we were waiting Kenzie said "Oh momma, I'm so excited!" She went right up to them, talked to them and even hugged Flynn twice!! It was priceless. I know we were so lucky (we only had to wait 10 minutes instead of 3 hours!). They were a great Rapunzel and Flynn. She was so pretty! I only wish I had gotten video!

Looks like you had a great trip. I really enjoy seeing your creations in action!

These are items I did for a couple of Big Gives. First up are Eye Spy bags and luggage tags for Trace and family. This family wanted mainly t's for the kids and I didn't have my embroidery machine yet so eye spy bags it was:

And I did pj's for Perrin's Big Give. Perrin apparently likes soft flannel so I did a pair of Mickey pants for each boy with embroidered t and Minnie for JuJu. I also made each a pair of shorts -- Spiderman for the boys and Ariel for JuJu. I just did rag edged t's for these (but I did use my embroidery machine for the heart outline on JuJu's). And Stella (service dog) got a collar scarf. Sorry the pics are bad -- colors are all washed out in them.

I have three horse t's done for dd as well, but I have yet to get pictures. Hopefully I can do that today and get those posted.

You were busy making things for the Gives! I am sure the families will treasure the special things you made for them!

His older sister humored her mom and wore this set. Thanks to AimeeG for her skirt tutorial and for everyone's advice on how to modify the t-shirt.

Sounds like everyone had a great time at the concert!

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.

Good job on both of them. They are very cute.

QUESTION: Speaking of upsizing...has anyone DOWNsized the Easy Fits to a newborn??? I am needing to do this, so I was just wondering.

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

Sorry, I haven't "downsized" a pattern before. Could you do the difference in measurements at the chest, waist and hip for the smallest size vs. newborn and scale the pattern that way? (I hope this makes sense, but that's how I scale up patterns for kids).

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?

I would suggest Easy Fit and Bowling Shirt too.

Any idea what would be a good beginner's project? other than just words?

I suppose you're right that I should "just keep swimming" as Dori (Dory?) would say.

My first project was working on a Mickey head applique and a filled in version. I just started with the Mickey shaped egg ring.

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.

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

You did a good job on the dress with short notice!

We were also lucky enough to go to Legoland while in California. Legoland I was prepared for in advance. I was even prepared with outfits for the zoo but we ended up not going to the zoo.

I have to say I really like that shirt for Legoland.

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.

That's a beautiful dress!

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.

The outfits look great.

 

[PurpleEars]

Part 2 of my multiquote adventure...

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! The items you made for the Gives are amazing! The outfits for Alison look great too.

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.

Awww, that's cute.

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!

This last outfit is great too. I would say you are not crazy for planning outfits for a tentative trip - just being a good planner!

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.

Good job on this second dress too!

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

The outfits look beautiful! Sorry I can't help you with the serger as I have a Singer.

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

Dancing with Prince Charming

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.

Those outfits are wonderful. Your mom did a great job!

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!

Have a great time at the beach! Those outfits are great!

 

[PurpleEars]

Part 3 of 3 of multiquotes...silly 25 pic rule!

Well we returned from our trip on Saturday. I saw a handful of kids in customs, a few that I recognized from etsy. I finally have some pictures to share. Be warned, picture overload ahead!!!!

I somehow managed to get everything done that I wanted to make. Next year all 3 girls will be going so I'd better start planning my outfits now!

Here's our first day at AK. EE is the kids favorite ride. I loved how these turned out!

Our second day at fantasmic

Our next day at Epcot...These outfits were the ones we got the most compliments all week. The CMs at test track were going crazy over them. We even got a "free ride" because the CM incharged loved them so much

Unfortunately I didn't take a pic of them standing.....all the good shots are on my photopass!

Next day MK....

Next day MK, Pirates League....I had one lady as where in the park she could buy my outfits!

of course my DD still wanted to buy the cheapy pirate costume they were selling there....trying to explain to her that Mommy made a much better costume and we weren't buying theirs!

Next was HS. I don't have a good picture of that day. I'll have to wait for my photopass pics. But we had Jake and Izzy and Storm trooper Donald.
We did manage to get home to change for our dinner with chip and dale though.

Next day was SWW.....oh what a crazy day at HS that was!

And then our breakfast at Tusker house

The craziest thing was that I was going nuts over what to make for our dinner at Akershus and was sewing that at the very last minute. Well we ended up staying all day at Epcot, never going back to the hotel for a break, and I didn't think to pack their ourfits, so they ended up wearing their test track clothes to the castle. I felt so out of place. I was explaining to the princesses why they were wearing test track clothes. Any non-diser would probably think I'm crazy, but I know you girls understand! I just can't imagine doing Disney in plain everyday clothes anymore!

Thanks for looking! Hopefully I can add to the inpiration around here!

Great job on all the outfits. It looks like your family had a great time. Too bad about the "mismatched" outfit at Akershus!

Do you suppose I could sue Simplicity for false advertising? After all, the company name implies easy to follow instructions and pattern pieces that are indeed simple to use! I've obviously become accustomed to the great patterns available on You Can Make This. Sure wish the bowling shirt came in big people sizes! *sigh*

Just thought I'd vent for a minute.

Lori in East Podunk

I totally understand your frustration. For some reason I have always had better luck with McCall's instruction.

Had to take my Brother 770 in for service today. I was merrily embroidering last night when it suddenly started beeping and I got a message saying, "The safety device has been activated." I don't remember anyone else ever reporting on that one before, but with my memory, that's certainly not to say no one has.

I cleaned out a few stray threads, rethreaded, reinserted the bobbin, changed the needle, did three jumping jacks, stood on my head and yelled "I love Brother" but nothing worked. Fortunately they have a one year warranty so off it went.

She said it would be a minimum of 12 business days. I'm sure they don't like machines bought from Amazon. Good news is I'll be able to take advantage of Joann's flannel sale this weekend and make pillows for GKTW ------ or join Wendy

Oh no, I am sorry to hear that! May I suggest that you can use some of the 12 business days to play with digitizing?!

So much great stuff posted lately!

Here's some things I did recently for a Big Give.

They are amazing! I am sure the family would really like them!

Here are three shirts I did last week for dd. I really want to get some done for ds but needed to do another thread order and despite ordering on Monday it's not here yet! Grrrrr! My shirts I ordered yesterday from Jiffy arrived today. My last Marathon order took just two days so i'm a bit miffed.

Anyway, up for your viewing pleasure are three horse shirts. The first is an applique, the next is a loose fill and the last is a full fill. I have tons more horse patterns to do after this, but haven't had much time this week to get anything done. My rule is all my laundry and ironing must be done before sewing and that just hasn't happened this week. And sorry, I always forget to take pics while dd is wearing them so this is all you get.

And sorry if the photos are different sizes -- photobucket decided to stop working properly for me again.

The horses look great! I am glad that you found some embroidery files that will work!

I finished up another baby carrier for dh to use. He's not thrilled with the comfort factor of it, but I think he just needs to get used to it. We have three under 4, so handsfree walking is pretty handy! This one was a former bedsheet (with two layers of twill and an inner support system of seatbelt webbing, lest anyone worry it's only a sheet):

I also made this pinafore and diaper cover (Little Lizard King) for dd for Memorial Day, 4th, etc. I was testing the pattern because I plan to make one for her from Peter Pan fabric for our trip.

Regards,
C.

Great job on the carrier and the outfit!

Thank you! I'd had that dress in my mind for a while. I was just waiting for a family that liked Monsters Inc.!

Here are some baby gifts that I finally got done. I actually have another Marie stashed somewhere to go with the second onesie, I just can't find it!

These are not for twins-two separate families although I have a friend whose daughter is having twin girls and I'm tempted to send them to her instead, lol.

Oh this is super cute!

Has anyone ever made Carlac's bowling shirt without lining it? I want to make a couple for my boys this summer, but I'd like to not line it so they're cooler. Is it absolutely necessary?

A lot of us have done it without the lining. Tricia posted her instructions (which is very similar to what I do) not that long ago. It is probably in an earlier part of the current thread. (Note: I saw that she posted them again after I started working on the multiquote)

 

[PurpleEars]

Hey everyone. There is no way in the world I would be able to quote everything since I have been off for 2 weeks. We had a tragedy in my DH's family and I have been trying to deal, cope and come to terms with what happened.

I just saw this after I posted. I am sorry to hear about what happened.

 

[ncmomof2]

I don't remember seeing this before. I really think it's gorgeous.



Welcome!! Will be looking forward to what you come up with.

Thanks! I think I am going to do it again ths year with Pooh.

That makes perfect sense. Thanks a million! I might make one of each with different red, black, and yellow fabrics for the minnie look. They are for two sisters.

I am glad you understood! I confuse myself sometime

 

[aboveH20]

Oh no, I am sorry to hear that! May I suggest that you can use some of the 12 business days to play with digitizing?!

Good plan!

 

[dianemom2]

I am going to make a Carly Bubble romper for DD10's teacher as an end of the year gift. Teacher is expecting her first baby in a month. Any tips on sewing this pattern? It looks pretty straight forward. I thought I would make a size 3 months since newborn things get outgrown so quickly!

 

[sheridee32]

Has anyone ever made Carlac's bowling shirt without lining it? I want to make a couple for my boys this summer, but I'd like to not line it so they're cooler. Is it absolutely necessary?

I never line them I add a little extra on the length to make up for thr hem

 

[teresajoy]

So much great stuff posted lately!

Here's some things I did recently for a Big Give.

Great job on all of these! The Monster's dress is my favorite!!! I love that fabric!

And sorry if the photos are different sizes -- photobucket decided to stop working properly for me again.

I LOVE that second one you did!!! So beautiful! They are all nice, but that one is my favorite!

I need a fifth SW character. I'll be doing Trooper Donald, Princess Minnie, Jedi Mickey, and Darth Goofy. Is R2-MK (red, black, gold R2 unit with Mickey ears) available as an applique anywhere?

I finished up another baby carrier for dh to use. He's not thrilled with the comfort factor of it, but I think he just needs to get used to it. We have three under 4, so handsfree walking is pretty handy! This one was a former bedsheet (with two layers of twill and an inner support system of seatbelt webbing, lest anyone worry it's only a sheet ):

Regards,
C.

I love that carrier!! I'm glad you said about the other layers, because I was a little worried for a second!!

Your daughter is just TOOOO cute!!! I love her little outfit!!

Heather (froufrou by Heathersue) has a bunch of Star Wars designs, you might find something else you like there.

1.)What is you speak of??? I'm not familiar with that ritual.

2.)Very nice and what a great variety. I'm glad I copied how you said you hoop t-shirts, because even the full fill looks perfect.

1.)
2.) I was thinking the same thing about the fill designs!

Thank you! I'd had that dress in my mind for a while. I was just waiting for a family that liked Monsters Inc.!

Here are some baby gifts that I finally got done. I actually have another Marie stashed somewhere to go with the second onesie, I just can't find it!

These are not for twins-two separate families although I have a friend whose daughter is having twin girls and I'm tempted to send them to her instead, lol.

These are so adorable!!! I love marie!

Hey everyone. There is no way in the world I would be able to quote everything since I have been off for 2 weeks. We had a tragedy in my DH's family and I have been trying to deal, cope and come to terms with what happened.

I'm so very sorry. I hope you and your family are ok.

 

[Granna4679]

Before I start, I just want to apologize to any of you who are my friends on FB. My acct. got hacked yesterday and someone sent out letters to everyone on my FB friends list asking for money. I still haven't been able to recover the account so I don't know if I will be able to. You may be getting requests soon to be my friend again. I am guessing I will just have to start over. Facebook hasn't answered any of my requests for help, so I am going to give them a few days and just open a new account.
If for some reason, you really want to send money though...you can PM me and I will give you the REAL address....

Thank you!

I think I did think of the hook and eyes, but forgot rather quickly with all the dresses I have to finish. I think that will be the fastest and easiest way. I just have to buy bigger hook and eyes for the ribbon to fit through. The thread chain looks neat but I think it will take a lot of time with a min of 6 to make.

I can't decide which one to start next-Rapunzel or Tiana print with a frog applique.


Next question: I know some people use paint to do the smaller details when hand appliquing. Has anyone tried using fabric markers? The frog has tiny brown eyes and I thought it would be easier to use a brown fabric marker to color in that part.

I use fabric markers all the time for facial features. They work great. I haven't had any complaints about them washing out.

Had to take my Brother 770 in for service today. I was merrily embroidering last night when it suddenly started beeping and I got a message saying, "The safety device has been activated." I don't remember anyone else ever reporting on that one before, but with my memory, that's certainly not to say no one has.

I cleaned out a few stray threads, rethreaded, reinserted the bobbin, changed the needle, did three jumping jacks, stood on my head and yelled "I love Brother" but nothing worked. Fortunately they have a one year warranty so off it went.

She said it would be a minimum of 12 business days. I'm sure they don't like machines bought from Amazon. Good news is I'll be able to take advantage of Joann's flannel sale this weekend and make pillows for GKTW ------ or join Wendy

Sorry about your machine, but I love the procedure you went through to get it to work again. Sorry it didn't.

So much great stuff posted lately!

Here's some things I did recently for a Big Give.

Love the Monsters outfits. How cute is that dress!!! Where did you find the Monsters, Inc. fabric on the dress?

Would you be willing to share whose design it was you had trouble with? I'm looking at similar SW Mickey etc. designs from "lotsofappliques" on etsy and "digitalbydesign"? If anyone else has feedback on either digitizer, I'd appreciate it! I'm totally new at this!

I finished up another baby carrier for dh to use. He's not thrilled with the comfort factor of it, but I think he just needs to get used to it. We have three under 4, so handsfree walking is pretty handy! This one was a former bedsheet (with two layers of twill and an inner support system of seatbelt webbing, lest anyone worry it's only a sheet ):

I also made this pinafore and diaper cover (Little Lizard King) for dd for Memorial Day, 4th, etc. I was testing the pattern because I plan to make one for her from Peter Pan fabric for our trip.

Regards,
C.

Great job on the baby carrier. But I must say....I really, really like the dress on your DD. That huge bow in the back just makes the outfit. Sooo cute!

And I wanted to comment on DigitalbyDesign. Her designs are really good. I have quite a few of them and they always stitch out really nice. I don't have any advise on the other designer. I haven't used any of hers.

Just to warn you, when that shirt comes out of the wash it looks horrible. I was But once I iron it it looks like it does on the hanger, and once it's on dd it looks even better. So don't get too scared if you do a fill and it comes out the dryer looking like crap -- oh wait, you don't do so you should have nothing to worry about

And FYI the horse fill was 27,000 some stitches and I have a train one that is over 60,000!!!! At least that will be done on a boxy t in size large for my ds so I woun't have to babysit it so diligently. He's actually a size M but a large looks OK on him so if I'm doing that many stitches it's going to be a t that lasts!

QUESTION
I hear people mentioning Digital by Design but I can't find it on the internet or etsy. Could someone please post a link. Thank you kindly!

Andrea - WOW ...thats a lot of stitches for a shirt....60,000?! Can't wait to see it. The shirts with the horses look great. I like the 3rd one...so pretty.

Thank you! I'd had that dress in my mind for a while. I was just waiting for a family that liked Monsters Inc.!

Here are some baby gifts that I finally got done. I actually have another Marie stashed somewhere to go with the second onesie, I just can't find it!

These are not for twins-two separate families although I have a friend whose daughter is having twin girls and I'm tempted to send them to her instead, lol.

Cute, cute, cute!! I say send them to the twins!! They will look adorable in them.

It is official, I no longer can keep up with you ladies. I am sorry I started my job two weeks ago and haven't been able to get here since.

Great to hear from you. I have been wondering where you were.

Hey everyone. There is no way in the world I would be able to quote everything since I have been off for 2 weeks. We had a tragedy in my DH's family and I have been trying to deal, cope and come to terms with what happened.
Must say though I love EVERYTHING!! The help on the twirl skirts was awesome can't wait to try to make one of those!
Congrats Froggy!! How awesome that is for your family!!
Haven't sewn anything since Momma's Day so I guess I have to get back on track now.
Hope everyone has an absolutely fantastic Memorial Day celebration.

Sorry about your family tragedy. I hope your family is okay.