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

[NiniMorris]

I have now read this on 3 different sites...so maybe it is true! WalMart is supposedly getting their fabric departments BACK!

It will not be as big as before, but it will be something...maybe even a little bit more variety. The only thing good I have found about the 2 yard cuts is when they go on sale for a dollar!


Here is hoping! (or...a 24 hour Joann's might help me..)



Nini

 

[aboveH20]

Yeah my mom LOVES to sew. She has been doing it for years. Right now she is sewing like a madwoman because it is helping her del with my DHs sudden death.

My DD is defintely benefitting and she will be so cute on our trip in September.

I'm sorry to hear about your DH's passing, but I do believe in the restorative power of creating so hope it does indeed help your mom.

You are the most patient person I know. I am going to start calling you "Patience"... LOL

I am so glad I have a place for this rug. I am actually thinking of digging the hand towels she embroidered out of the back of my kitchen drawer, and displaying them somewhere in my sewing room too... I'll have to think up a good way to do that though.

I can't wait to see Ginger's latest dress! It sounds wonderful!

D~

Why yes, I've been noted for my Patience. A lot of people mention my humility as well.

Does anyone have pictures of some Disney Christmas outfits? We will be going to celebrate the adoption of our 6th child and Id love to make something on a shirt for all the kids to match. I dont sew, but I was thinking I might be able to ask my MIL?

Congratulations on the adoption of your sixth child. What fun to have matching shirts for all the kids.

Geez, I was hoping by my posting that I'd like to learn lettuce edges that you would follow up with a tut on how to do them properly. I still have to try your rolled hem tut. And I came on here to print your instructions for GKTW pillow cases and I don't think I'll now even have time to do that b/f whisking my ds off to gymnastics (once I fetch him from his friend's pool).

Maybe I can practice lettucing on the first shirt I made/ruined for Peanut. Seems like lettucing might take the boxy t-shirtness away from boxy t-shirts.

I just bought a new[/SIZE] (to me) sewing machine!!! But I can't show you pictures yet (sorry Patience - but you'll need to have some patience). But I promise I will take pictures just as soon as we bond a bit more.

D~

Well, here I STILL am, the epitome of Patience.

Please don't let my curiosity get in the way of your bonding.

how sweet they let you know they got one of your pillow cases

love Ginger's new dress and matching bag for you....you'll look great together when your checking out the food stores! and no her ankles look great I think Ginger might need a matching tote bag though, you wouldn't want her to get jealous

That would be one TINY tote bag for Ginger. You're tempting me.

Amazing pillow cases! I can't believe how many you do!

I love the bag and Ginger looks especially lovely tonight! I love the dresss- it's so cute, and I actually think it gives her ankles a slimming appearane. Ginger is so lucky to have found you!

I do actually have a photo station... I've learned something from Disney - forced perspective... you never want anyone to see what's outside the lens... so I have a piece of wood from one of my cabinet shelves and a piece of black Elmers tag board... all of the AG princess pictures in my siggy were taken in my "photo booth".

D~

Thanks for the comment about the pillowcases. They're not very creative, but they're easy to do.

Glad to hear your opinion about Ginger's ankles. We all know the camera adds 10 pounds so they're not quite as big as they look.

I have to work on a photo booth.

You're not having an adult beverage mixed with gingerale for a night cap???? Ginger might be mad that you are having milk instead.

Fabulous pillow cases! I saw that January got a pink frog one! And you will be very happy to know that I did my very first set of pillow cases tonight!!!! I only have 4 done, but I have my fashion fabric all hemmed for 16 more and have the solid flannel cut. I used the instructions from you and Ellen I feel very weird working with fabric that hasn't been washed, but if I wash the flannel I fear it will shrink too much and they said they prefer it not be washed anyway.

And yes, boo hiss on Joann's for raising the price!!!! At Hancock's flannel starts at $5.99 a yard (but I think that's for prints -- not sure about solids), so no improvement there, and at Walmart it's around $4 something a yard but never goes on sale I did get some flannel prints at Walmart though for $2 a yard so am using some for the prints.

Your tote is fabulous as is Ginger's new dress! I think her ankles look magnificent! Though I do have to say her hips might look a bit fuller since you've eliminated the vertical striping of the stripwork. Nonetheless, her figure is still better than mine!

Ooooo. Adult beverage.

Hooray for your first set of pillowcases. It seems like it would be a great project for a group to do assembly line fashion -- a cutter, a sewer, an ironer, a serger, a turner inside outer. They would go faster if I weren't always jumping up from my chair.

Thanks for the comment about Ginger. It's driving me crazy trying to figure out how I keep doing it wrong. The next one will be s-l-o-w- and d-e-l-i-b-e-r-a-t-e.

I love that tote bag. I need to branch my patterns out. I am collecting patterns and tutorials and not trying them LOL.

I know what you mean about collecting patterns. I don't have anyone to sew for -- other than Ginger -- but I see cute patterns and want to try them. What in heavens name am I going to do with a bubble romper -- but it's so cute!

Wow! That is a lot of pillowcases! That is so wonderful of you to make them all! My class did a charity project one year for babies. It was donated to the local hospital. When I had my dd, we found out the lady in the next room received one of the croceheted outfits we had donated. Was so surreal!

And love that purse! Ginger looks great in that dress...very slimming! Perhaps I need one!

How cool that you met someone who got one of your crochted outfits.

Slimming? I wonder if I can upsize it? I wear Women's Lumpy.

Question[/COLOR] I see that some of the fabric is not flannel on the pillow cases. Can you use regular fabric?

Thanks, and I see that cajunfan answered your fabric question.

WOW!!! you have been a busy lady and everything looks fantastic! but gotta say I am LUVING ginger's matchy matchy outfit!!! and NO her ankles look quite petite in this outfit

Thanks. It keeps me off the streets.

 

[dianemom2]

Hi all! I have been lurking here for a while, but haven't actually introduced myself! I am the mom to 2 girls and found myself lured here by the prospect of making dresses for my girls for our Disney trip in August! I have never sewn much, but am pretty creative, so I thought I'd give it a try. I took your advice and have made two simply sweet dresses for my girls (and matching ones for their AG dolls!) I'm hooked!

I am hoping to participate in a big give soon, but probably after we get back as I have a lot to do for my trip!

And I must say, Ginger is the MOST stylishly dressed soda bottle ever! I adore her outfits!

Nice to have you join us. Now you will have to take some pictures and post them so we can see your Simply Sweets!


Here are the dresses that I did for the latest Big Give. I know that the family received them and now I can post the pictures. I was really happy with how these turned out.

If you remember, a few weeks ago I went to the ribbon outlet and bought a ton of ribbon for a super low price. I used some of the ribbon to do a ruffle on these dresses and some of the other decoration. I was pretty happy with how it turned out. Here is a close up of it.

 

[branmuffin]

I have now read this on 3 different sites...so maybe it is true! WalMart is supposedly getting their fabric departments BACK!

It will not be as big as before, but it will be something...maybe even a little bit more variety. The only thing good I have found about the 2 yard cuts is when they go on sale for a dollar!


Here is hoping! (or...a 24 hour Joann's might help me..)



Nini

I was in a Walmart yesterday, here in VA & the workers were installing the cutting counter! I asked when it would be fully open, but all they said was "soon". YAY! I am very excited, too!

 

[dianemom2]

BTW, just saw on facebook that today is the $2 Tankathalon pre-sale at Old Navy. Just print the coupon.

 

[miprender]

Nice to have you join us. Now you will have to take some pictures and post them so we can see your Simply Sweets!


Here are the dresses that I did for the latest Big Give. I know that the family received them and now I can post the pictures. I was really happy with how these turned out.

If you remember, a few weeks ago I went to the ribbon outlet and bought a ton of ribbon for a super low price. I used some of the ribbon to do a ruffle on these dresses and some of the other decoration. I was pretty happy with how it turned out. Here is a close up of it.

I saw the dresses on the girls. They looked so cute. Great job on them all

The coordinating print fabric can be cotton or flannel, but the solid should be flannel.

Lynn

Thanks.

 

[VBAndrea]

Here are the dresses that I did for the latest Big Give. I know that the family received them and now I can post the pictures. I was really happy with how these turned out.

If you remember, a few weeks ago I went to the ribbon outlet and bought a ton of ribbon for a super low price. I used some of the ribbon to do a ruffle on these dresses and some of the other decoration. I was pretty happy with how it turned out. Here is a close up of it.

I saw the pics on the BG but must comment here as well b/c it looks like you really put a lot of work into the dresses -- they look wonderful! I am sure the girls will love them.

I have now read this on 3 different sites...so maybe it is true! WalMart is supposedly getting their fabric departments BACK!

It will not be as big as before, but it will be something...maybe even a little bit more variety. The only thing good I have found about the 2 yard cuts is when they go on sale for a dollar!


Here is hoping! (or...a 24 hour Joann's might help me..)



Nini

Have you been snoozing? We've talked about this b/f on here! I did ask the ladies at my Walmart that just highly downsized their fabric dept if it was true and they heard it was as well. No clue when and no clue if it will be all Wally's or not -- I'm just in heaven b/c one of the two the Walmarts that has fabric in my area has a very decent selection of Disney -- better than Joann's! And cheaper too!!! The other Walmart with fabric usually has crap.

 

[VBAndrea]

I made 22 pillows for GKTW. The cream flannel was a remnant so I only was able to do two pillows out of it and then I accidentally cut my fabric 14 inches instead of 12 inches for the pocket, but I will send it anyway and if they don't want to use them hopefully they can give those two to a family who would want an extra case.

And FYI (particularly for you, Cheryl): Hancock's solid flannel is still $4.99 but they only have their prints on sale at 50% off currently and the prints start at $5.99 regular price. And with a 40% off coupon it makes the solid $2.99, which would be the price you can get it at when Joann's has it on sale. And I actually got my flannel for $2 a yard with the Memorial Day Military Discount. I am hoping they do that again for the 4th.

ETA: My Dragontales flannel was a freebie from my dd's old teacher so that's why there are two sets with it -- and I have even more for the future. The Disney fabrics were remnants from Walmart -- only 20% off but with their already lower prices it makes it inexpensive. The butterfly flannel was a $2 yard Walmart clearance. I love Walmart for fabric!

 

[micki1881]

BTW, just saw on facebook that today is the $2 Tankathalon pre-sale at Old Navy. Just print the coupon.

Thanks my girls live in tanks during the summer. Now I WILL have to sew some skirts to match .

 

[NiniMorris]

I saw the pics on the BG but must comment here as well b/c it looks like you really put a lot of work into the dresses -- they look wonderful! I am sure the girls will love them.


Have you been snoozing? We've talked about this b/f on here! I did ask the ladies at my Walmart that just highly downsized their fabric dept if it was true and they heard it was as well. No clue when and no clue if it will be all Wally's or not -- I'm just in heaven b/c one of the two the Walmarts that has fabric in my area has a very decent selection of Disney -- better than Joann's! And cheaper too!!! The other Walmart with fabric usually has crap.

No...not snoozing...just my Wally world keeps insisting the fabric isn't coming back here...I sure hope so LOL!

Nini

 

[Rockygirl1]

You can't post about making something and not share!!!!

The girls and one guy are great at encouraging us to try new things.

Well... as I JUST reached my 10 post limit... I can now post!

I apologize for the horrible pics... I took them with my phone.

This is my oldest... doesn't she look thrilled? Best line from her when I was sewing the dresses... Is that how dresses are made? You SEW them?

The fabric was a $2 find at Joann's. Someone else on here said that they started with $2 fabric figuring that if they screwed it up, oh well.... so, I went for it... Now I'm trying to figure out what to sew next! I will say DH is not amused by my new hobby, all he sees is $$$! But is impressed that I have done the dresses!

 

[DisneyTeacher01]

I have now read this on 3 different sites...so maybe it is true! WalMart is supposedly getting their fabric departments BACK!

It will not be as big as before, but it will be something...maybe even a little bit more variety. The only thing good I have found about the 2 yard cuts is when they go on sale for a dollar!


Here is hoping! (or...a 24 hour Joann's might help me..)



Nini

My fingers are crossed for my local Wally Worlds! Thanks for letting me know!

Nice to have you join us. Now you will have to take some pictures and post them so we can see your Simply Sweets!


Here are the dresses that I did for the latest Big Give. I know that the family received them and now I can post the pictures. I was really happy with how these turned out.

If you remember, a few weeks ago I went to the ribbon outlet and bought a ton of ribbon for a super low price. I used some of the ribbon to do a ruffle on these dresses and some of the other decoration. I was pretty happy with how it turned out. Here is a close up of it.

The dresses are beautiful! I love how the ruffle ribbon came out!

BTW, just saw on facebook that today is the $2 Tankathalon pre-sale at Old Navy. Just print the coupon.

I'll have to go check that out!

Well... as I JUST reached my 10 post limit... I can now post!

I apologize for the horrible pics... I took them with my phone.

This is my oldest... doesn't she look thrilled? Best line from her when I was sewing the dresses... Is that how dresses are made? You SEW them?

The fabric was a $2 find at Joann's. Someone else on here said that they started with $2 fabric figuring that if they screwed it up, oh well.... so, I went for it... Now I'm trying to figure out what to sew next! I will say DH is not amused by my new hobby, all he sees is $$$! But is impressed that I have done the dresses!

The dresses are great! I can't wait to see more!

 

[DMGeurts]

Okay I know a few weeks ago someone on here was looking for Oliver + S patterns. www.whimsicaldesignclothng.com is having a sale on their patterns and they listed these. The sale ends at midnight June 30th.

That was me... Thanks for the link - going to check it out soon. I ordered the pattern that I most desperatly wanted and another, paid for them, they shipped it and when they got here - there was only one pattern in the bag. Appearantly it was sold out. So, now I'm done looking for it - if it goes to PDF, then I will get it, otherwise I am just out of luck.

You guys are going to crack up at this....you have influenced me to get myself my own AG doll! My bday was yesterday and so I had to buy myself something I bought a used one off ebay that will need to go to the AG hospital.....but it was IMO a good deal...$20 w/ shipping. From the description I will probably have to have it restrung and maybe one eye replaced, I will use it and then when DD gets older if she takes it from me then I will know if she would like her own

Yay!!! I can't wait to meet her! If she has "silver eye" Ag replaces for free (it's a known defect) and If you want to learn how to restring yourself - it's fairly easy to do - I can point you to a tutorial. I've done it once, but I am not sure I will ever do it again - it's easy - but just not my thing. Ack - can't believe I said that.

Hi all! I have been lurking here for a while, but haven't actually introduced myself! I am the mom to 2 girls and found myself lured here by the prospect of making dresses for my girls for our Disney trip in August! I have never sewn much, but am pretty creative, so I thought I'd give it a try. I took your advice and have made two simply sweet dresses for my girls (and matching ones for their AG dolls!) I'm hooked!

WELCOME!!!

You can't post about making something and not share!!!!

Agreed...

Why yes, I've been noted for my Patience. A lot of people mention my humility as well.

Well, here I STILL am, the epitome of Patience.

Please don't let my curiosity get in the way of your bonding.

I'm getting there... she sure is a pretty thing - and I don't have a name for her yet...

I know what you mean about collecting patterns. I don't have anyone to sew for -- other than Ginger -- but I see cute patterns and want to try them. What in heavens name am I going to do with a bubble romper -- but it's so cute!

I think Ginger NEEDS a ruffle butt bubble romper...

Here are the dresses that I did for the latest Big Give. I know that the family received them and now I can post the pictures. I was really happy with how these turned out.

If you remember, a few weeks ago I went to the ribbon outlet and bought a ton of ribbon for a super low price. I used some of the ribbon to do a ruffle on these dresses and some of the other decoration. I was pretty happy with how it turned out. Here is a close up of it.

These turned out so cute! The girls were so cute in them!

I made 22 pillows for GKTW. The cream flannel was a remnant so I only was able to do two pillows out of it and then I accidentally cut my fabric 14 inches instead of 12 inches for the pocket, but I will send it anyway and if they don't want to use them hopefully they can give those two to a family who would want an extra case.

ETA: My Dragontales flannel was a freebie from my dd's old teacher so that's why there are two sets with it -- and I have even more for the future. The Disney fabrics were remnants from Walmart -- only 20% off but with their already lower prices it makes it inexpensive. The butterfly flannel was a $2 yard Walmart clearance. I love Walmart for fabric!

Great job!

Well... as I JUST reached my 10 post limit... I can now post!

I apologize for the horrible pics... I took them with my phone.

This is my oldest... doesn't she look thrilled? Best line from her when I was sewing the dresses... Is that how dresses are made? You SEW them?

The fabric was a $2 find at Joann's. Someone else on here said that they started with $2 fabric figuring that if they screwed it up, oh well.... so, I went for it... Now I'm trying to figure out what to sew next! I will say DH is not amused by my new hobby, all he sees is $$$! But is impressed that I have done the dresses!

Yay!!! They turned out great. Rofl about your dd's thoughts on how dresses are made. My DH is the same way... until I started SELLING my stuff - and making good amounts of money... I've recouped everything I've spent, so that's good. Now I really need to make more, to sell more, so I can by that darned PE770.

Oh - and I think that's my "sewing theory" you borrowed... I think it should be every seamstress' motto.

So, as long as we are showing pictures... I figured I better get some posted... I thought about posting one of my new sewing machine.... but Ms. Patience Humility. is going to have to wait just a few more minutes, because I have to lug it upstairs and take a picture - then get it uploaded.. I promise, it's coming.

Until then, you'll have to make due with my BG outfit for Bridgie's Felicity... I am so glad she got it and that she liked it.

Peg Leg Annie is modeling for you today:

Close-up of my second hand applique:

Back:

BRB w/ new (to me) sewing machine pictures.

D~

 

[babynala]

Here on the east coast we're getting ready to hit the hay for the night, but I have a couple things to post before I put on my sleeping cap and drink my warm milk.

I finished 40 pillowcases for GKTW. Someone on the Big Give board saw photos of other pillowcases I sent in April and she said her daughter got one of them in May. How cool is that? I'm mad at Joann for raising the price of flannel $1/yard, but I still have 20 yards to use before I have to buy any more so maybe they'll see the error of their ways and lower the price.

And then there's Ginger.

A couple months ago I made a tote bag so I could join the Tote Bag Club.

How nice it would be to make Ginger a 'Day at Disney' matching jumper. I thought this might be my third and last from this pattern before moving on, but I'm still "interpreting" something wrong. I thought I mixed up right and left last time, but now I'm not sure if I'm switching hook and loop (tape), right side and wrong side, up and down, silver and gold, b and d. . . Still gotta make one more to get it right.

.

All those pillowcase will be well loved. GTKTW must be excited when they see your return address on a package. I love Ginger's new dress and the matching tote. Perfect for your outings together.

Not really! Their fabric is much better priced then Joanns. AND...they will let you use your 40% off coupon instead of the sale price if you want! Joanns never lets me do that. They usually have a 40% coupon every other week. I print them from the website, take the kids and get in line a few times! They have some great stuff there!

Wow! That is a lot of pillowcases! That is so wonderful of you to make them all! My class did a charity project one year for babies. It was donated to the local hospital. When I had my dd, we found out the lady in the next room received one of the croceheted outfits we had donated. Was so surreal!
!

I didn't know HL would let you use the 40% off coupon on sale stuff - I'll have to remember that next time I go shopping. Although I am trying to avoid the fabric store until I get some of my stash used up. What a sweet story about the outfits you had donated.

The coordinating print fabric can be cotton or flannel, but the solid should be flannel.

Lynn

Oh, I thought the coordinating print had to be cotton (but not flannel). So is it OK for the print to be flannel too?

You guys are going to crack up at this....you have influenced me to get myself my own AG doll! My bday was yesterday and so I had to buy myself something I bought a used one off ebay that will need to go to the AG hospital.....but it was IMO a good deal...$20 w/ shipping. From the description I will probably have to have it restrung and maybe one eye replaced, I will use it and then when DD gets older if she takes it from me then I will know if she would like her own

Happy Birthday - sounds like you bought yourself a great present. And when your DD gets older you guys can play with your dolls together.

I know what you mean about collecting patterns. I don't have anyone to sew for -- other than Ginger -- but I see cute patterns and want to try them. What in heavens name am I going to do with a bubble romper -- but it's so cute!

Here are the dresses that I did for the latest Big Give. I know that the family received them and now I can post the pictures. I was really happy with how these turned out.

If you remember, a few weeks ago I went to the ribbon outlet and bought a ton of ribbon for a super low price. I used some of the ribbon to do a ruffle on these dresses and some of the other decoration. I was pretty happy with how it turned out. Here is a close up of it.

These dresses are the cutest. The girls will look so cute all matching in their beautiful dresses. The details you added were great.

I have now read this on 3 different sites...so maybe it is true! WalMart is supposedly getting their fabric departments BACK!

It will not be as big as before, but it will be something...maybe even a little bit more variety. The only thing good I have found about the 2 yard cuts is when they go on sale for a dollar!

Here is hoping! (or...a 24 hour Joann's might help me..)

Nini

Hmmm, I'll believe it when I see it. I was at my Walmart the other day checking to see if it looked like they were putting the fabric dept back but there were no signs. I hope you are right!

I made 22 pillows for GKTW. The cream flannel was a remnant so I only was able to do two pillows out of it and then I accidentally cut my fabric 14 inches instead of 12 inches for the pocket, but I will send it anyway and if they don't want to use them hopefully they can give those two to a family who would want an extra case.

And FYI (particularly for you, Cheryl): Hancock's solid flannel is still $4.99 but they only have their prints on sale at 50% off currently and the prints start at $5.99 regular price. And with a 40% off coupon it makes the solid $2.99, which would be the price you can get it at when Joann's has it on sale. And I actually got my flannel for $2 a yard with the Memorial Day Military Discount. I am hoping they do that again for the 4th.

ETA: My Dragontales flannel was a freebie from my dd's old teacher so that's why there are two sets with it -- and I have even more for the future. The Disney fabrics were remnants from Walmart -- only 20% off but with their already lower prices it makes it inexpensive. The butterfly flannel was a $2 yard Walmart clearance. I love Walmart for fabric!

Great job on the pillowcase. I need to pick up some more flannel so I can make some more.

Well... as I JUST reached my 10 post limit... I can now post!

I apologize for the horrible pics... I took them with my phone.

This is my oldest... doesn't she look thrilled? Best line from her when I was sewing the dresses... Is that how dresses are made? You SEW them?

The fabric was a $2 find at Joann's. Someone else on here said that they started with $2 fabric figuring that if they screwed it up, oh well.... so, I went for it... Now I'm trying to figure out what to sew next! I will say DH is not amused by my new hobby, all he sees is $$$! But is impressed that I have done the dresses!

Welcome! You did an amazing job on your first sewing project. The dresses (and your models) look so cute. Your DD's comment has me giggling. Can't wait to see your next creation.

 

[livndisney]

what are the steps to becoming a big give recipient. My daughter just got the call that she would receive a wish. Sorry to come to this board but im not sure who to ask. BTW everyones work is so beautiful!!!

As I posted on the thread you started on this last night. There is no one to ask. We find you.

 

[teresajoy]

what are the steps to becoming a big give recipient. My daughter just got the call that she would receive a wish. Sorry to come to this board but im not sure who to ask. BTW everyones work is so beautiful!!!

As Cindee and Andrea answered, there are no steps. The Gives are a gift and are not something you can apply for.


I know you will have a wonderful and magical trip with or without a Give though!

 

[cogero]

Well... as I JUST reached my 10 post limit... I can now post!

I apologize for the horrible pics... I took them with my phone.

This is my oldest... doesn't she look thrilled? Best line from her when I was sewing the dresses... Is that how dresses are made? You SEW them?

The fabric was a $2 find at Joann's. Someone else on here said that they started with $2 fabric figuring that if they screwed it up, oh well.... so, I went for it... Now I'm trying to figure out what to sew next! I will say DH is not amused by my new hobby, all he sees is $$$! But is impressed that I have done the dresses!

Oh how cute love the dresses.

I have been wasting valuable sewing time today putzing around doing nothing. Since the boy came home asleep I may go sew a pair of easy fit shorts that are cut out already.

 

[DMGeurts]

She doesn't have a name yet.

But She is definately a She.

The first girl among 3 Brothers.

And I am definately hooked.

I found her last night on Craigslist... she looked too sad to be there. DH had to drive me 40 miles to pick her up with the truck.

Did I mention that she is beautiful?

I've known for quite some time that I wanted a vintage machine. While I was in the antique stores the other day, I ran across a Singer 66. They wanted $60 for her and she was in very poor shape. I had to pass her by. I felt so bad. But once I got home - I just knew that I really wanted a vintage machine. So, I really started researching, and one thing I prefered was the vertical bobbin (that's what I am used to on my Brother machines). Well, in doing my research - I found out that the Singer 15-91 was the machine for me. It didn't matter to me if it had a motor - I was kind of intrigued in the hand crank - and it didn't matter to me if it had reverse. So, this little beauty was listed yesterday... I just had to tell DH that I wanted her (I had bday $$ burning a hole in my pocket). I was excited to find out that she did have a (working) motor and reverse. When we got to the seller's house, we also discovered that she had partially rewired the machine (we still have to do the rest) and did clean her up a bit. I plan to entirely restore her - soon.

The seller plugged her in, and let me tell you - I have never sewed on anything as smooth or nice as this. It just glides like a warm knife through butter...

Sorry - I talk a lot... Anyways...

This beauty also came with her original Singer Cabinet #42:

Drawers hidden behind the side door:

Unfortunately, there is just no way this cabinet will fit in my new sewing room. I had thoughts of selling it seperately to recoup some of my $$... but then I couldn't seperate them - they'd been together for so long. I am such a sap. So, my youngest dd is getting a "vanity table" in her room.

Also, this beauty came with all of her original accessories - Soooo many feet. Thanks to the manual, I know what they all are now, but I can't list them off the top of my head. I do know that they are all there - box included.

Then, not only did she come with all her extra feet... This machine is strictly a "straight stitch machine", well she came with her Buttonholer Attachment, as well and all the attachments for it - in the original case:

Every part is all metal... and gorgeous.

The total price for this beauty, with all her accessories... wait for it... wait for it.... $65. I couldn't even talk the lady down, it was an amazing deal! I am beyond excited - especially when I got to sew on her for the first time - seriously, if you ever get the chance to sew on a vintage machine - do it - it's amazing! The lady couldn't tell me much about this particular machine - she has only owned it for a few years... I can tell you it was manufactured in the early 1950's - so it's pretty much one of the last runs of this type of body.

So, now this beauty needs a name...

And two last photos for tonight... My first project out of my new sewing room - a cover for my Brother machine.

I have the pattern cut for the serger cover. And now I need to make a cover for this gal... somehow - I am not sure that this fabric is her style - she needs something less modern, yet coordinating. I am not sure yet. She's special though.

D~ <---- yes, I truly think I've finally lost it.

 

[RMAMom]

Just back from Wal-Mart and look what I found !! I told the woman setting it up that it made me so happy to see it back, she looked at me like I lost my mind.

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D ~ That machine is over the top!!! It's in such great shape, you are one lucky girl!!!

 

[ellenbenny]

She doesn't have a name yet.

But She is definately a She.

The first girl among 3 Brothers.

And I am definately hooked.

I found her last night on Craigslist... she looked too sad to be there. DH had to drive me 40 miles to pick her up with the truck.

Did I mention that she is beautiful?

Amazing, she looks like a great find!