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

[DMGeurts]

You better send someone to checkon your house. With Ginger you never know what to expect.

Marianne and I live about 20 min from each other. She picked up some of that fabulous material for me. She was so sweet to do that for those that wanted it.

I will call my neighbors today... Just to make sure Patience is OK - I agree, you just never know with Ginger.

You know, you all could move closer to me? Winter in MN is much more fun than you'd think... I only hate it after Christmas.

D~

 

[Meshell2002]

(Cue the announcer with a deep resonant voice) When we left off last week there was a flurry of stitching in preparation for meeting real live AG dolls . . . .

Okay, so I had my meet and greet. ~D was right, some of the patterns I was using are a bit big for AG dolls, although they seem to fit GA dolls perfectly.

First is Oliver's popover dress, featuring my first ever digitzed logo -- Mythbusters for Andrea. Needless to say I'm quite proud of my digitizing and see making it a profitable hobby.

It didn't quite make it over Ginger's petite head.

Then, I remembered that I have my sister's AR doll.

It fit Ann Raggedy quite well. (AR was made by my grandmother whom you met a few posts back -- her real name was Minnie and she lived to 108.)


Next up I tried a bowling shirt and easy fit fits -- my first ever for either one. I've read sooo much about them it was neat to actually make my first ones. I was up against the clock so I didn't finish the bowling shirt (you probably wouldn't have noticed if I didn't mention it.)

Ginger had a hard time putting the pants on.

I finally had to take out the elastic for them to go over her ample hips. They remind me of bell bottom pants, which of course I would have no first hand knowledge of, but have read about in history books.

I started a raglan, couldn't quickly find any knit material, but wanted to do a size check on the real live AG dolls. Another one I didn't come close to finishing. Please note the jaunty red beret, it adds so much.

Then I moved on to Molly's jumper. The pattern suggests plaid, but I know plaid is not always a sewer's friend, so I used a calico I thought would be more forgiving.

It fits . . .

. . . . from the front, not so much from the back.

I had a hard time figuring out bias and grain and front and lining, and I'm still not sure how they think the waistband goes, so I tried another one. This time in plaid -- like I said, not a sewer's best friend.

It didn't fit any better than the first one, but Ida came over (no relation to my Aunt Ida). Please, she's not anorexic, just has very good metabolism. It fits her perfectly.

And so that wraps up this week's episode. Gotta figure out what's next.

(I have my fingers crossed that the photos aren't all crazy sizes. Here goes the submit button.)

you are cracking me up! Definately protect GA since of self! We don't want any body image issues!

So ... I need to introduce y'all to Kirsten ... While I was procrastinating packing the car I got my Mom to help me find her trunk (an old wine chest ... my kirsten never could afford her blue trunk) ... She's a dirty girl and needs a bath, but that will have to wait til we're back in Charlotte and I have some time to spend with her ...

Addie decided she'd rather stay up here in RI ... she says the summer months are kinder to her here than they would be in NC But Kirsten agreed to come back with me to be on hand for modeling, etc. if and when I get around to sewing some AG clothes ...
She decided to travel in her summer dress and snazzy red boots (but left her straw hat here in her trunk for safe keeping) ... she had to change out her bloomers though - the elastic had rotted out of her Pleasant Company bloomers

So, without further ado ... May I present Kirsten:

She insisted on a close up of her face as well . . . she says she's worried about her right eye and wanted to ask what y'all think ... is it messed up? Does she need to visit the AG hospital? What should we do?
(you can also see how much dirt collects in ones skin when you just sit around in a rocking chair for years):

We're thinking about some easy fits and a bowling shirt to start us off ... Would anyone be able to tell me if sewing a bowling shirt in AG size first would help me get a feel for how it would go together for an actual child? Or would I make myself crazy???

IDK but the easy fits and peasant blouse weren't too bad....once I figured out which cutting line to use for the blouse

I love Kirsten's boots! Are you going to make her new bloomers or did she have an extra pair?

I hope everyone had a fabulous 4th of July!!

We had a great day with friends. Here's a picture of a non-sewing project but I wanted to share anyways...our "star" shirts. DH didn't want one, party pooper!

Please forgive my frizzy hair...naturally curly hair and Nebraska summers don't mix well

And here's a little sewing/embroidery project I've been working on for my DH's work friend. BIG thanks to Heather Sue for the wonderful embroidery design!!

And I made the smallest Rosetta thinking it would be a good little kid size, but it looked huge on the little girl. Oh well, little girls love purses no matter how huge I guess

I love the tie dye....my DH won't wear it either...though I offered to make him a tie dye mickey for our next trip My hair doesn't like alabama summers either! the rosetta is cute, I had thought of making one for DD, but now I think I will wait since it is big for a 2yo.

I am going to try to post some pictures. Here are my projects from the last week

I love the tutu outfit and the photo is so pretty!

DisneyJazz I messed up the quote but I WISH I could thrift shop that often....
this summer I've only been once.


So this weekend I went to a yard sale (I was out walking in my neighborhood) and you won't believe what I got for $10.......(May want to keep small kids and AG's away as you scroll down)

She's drying right now but I think its a just like you #3 or a Kirsten.
DH was very confused when I bought it...he was like...don't you already have one of those

I cleaned her up....got most of the owner's pen marks off with magic eraser
Hoping to put her together this afternoon while the kids sleep. Her legs were too loose to stand...that's why they are detached right now.


Pics from July 4th and the neighborhood water slide...DD loved it! DH is holding DD who is wearing the free Oliver popover sundress....child version.

My kids (2 in front) with their cousins

Lucy got a new outfit....I think she looks better in jewel tones....she seems a little bit gray next to the other doll....pastels don't look real good on her.

 

[belle41379]

Cute!

Everything looks fantastic! I've got to start reallly cracking on stuff for our trip.

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Love all your stuff! The books turned out great!

Cute idea!!

Looks FANTASTIC! Amazing job!

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And the back (I just love the bow):

Love how the skirt turned out! The bow is darling.

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dress % scarf made from corner of the table cloth...i found a pic of Taylor in a blue sundress w/roses after i mae this dress...this is a good 9 yr. old version...

ok i am done for awhile with the sharing,i know you will al be pleased with a rest from all th epix...thank you fro looking be back soon...

Love it all! My fav is the the dress and scarf. Very cute.

Okay ... as promised!

The boys in their patriotic red, white & blue pants:

That was a good shot of the pants, but this is the best shot of the two of them:

Too sweet.

That looks fantastic!! Great job!

For Emily

Love the checkers on the bottom of Emily's pants.

Ya'll are killing me with these cute Rosetta bags!!!! I'm feeling myself want to buy that pattern more and more!

Everything looks amazing!


Well, I have quite a few things to share, but first need to head to the post office and send off Madison's Give items. Then a trip to get some bias tape. If my headache goes away, I'll try and post some of the things I've done recently when I get back.

On a side note, I'm thinking of trying my hand at Etsy. If anyone experienced in that area could PM me their thoughts/tips, I'd be very greatful.

 

[StarTunnel]

Some of my projects from last month, a doe, peas in a pod (for my mom), a cupcake (now my sisters), a nice big pillow made from fabric quarters, and a masquerade mask.

My earless unicorn.

My little angel owl simbolizing little Caylee Anthoney.

 

[cogero]

you are cracking me up! Definately protect GA since of self! We don't want any body image issues!



IDK but the easy fits and peasant blouse weren't too bad....once I figured out which cutting line to use for the blouse

I love Kirsten's boots! Are you going to make her new bloomers or did she have an extra pair?



I love the tie dye....my DH won't wear it either...though I offered to make him a tie dye mickey for our next trip My hair doesn't like alabama summers either! the rosetta is cute, I had thought of making one for DD, but now I think I will wait since it is big for a 2yo.

I am going to try to post some pictures. Here are my projects from the last week

I love the tutu outfit and the photo is so pretty!

DisneyJazz I messed up the quote but I WISH I could thrift shop that often....
this summer I've only been once.


So this weekend I went to a yard sale (I was out walking in my neighborhood) and you won't believe what I got for $10.......(May want to keep small kids and AG's away as you scroll down)

She's drying right now but I think its a just like you #3 or a Kirsten.
DH was very confused when I bought it...he was like...don't you already have one of those

I cleaned her up....got most of the owner's pen marks off with magic eraser
Hoping to put her together this afternoon while the kids sleep. Her legs were too loose to stand...that's why they are detached right now.


Pics from July 4th and the neighborhood water slide...DD loved it! DH is holding DD who is wearing the free Oliver popover sundress....child version.

My kids (2 in front) with their cousins

Lucy got a new outfit....I think she looks better in jewel tones....she seems a little bit gray next to the other doll....pastels don't look real good on her.

Love the outfits and what a find

 

[aboveH20]

Out with the old, in with the new. Translation, my older son's gone but my younger son came for a few days. He joined the Navy to see the world and is stationed one state and about 180 miles away.

He just go back from being underway for 8 weeks and since he doesn't have a washer or dryer he brought me and . The stuff from his days on the sub has a VERY funky smell. Sometimes it makes my eyes burn. I think it's from washing his clothes while he's on the sub which uses "used" water.

He made petty officer first class while he was underway so he also brought some uniforms for me to sew on his new patches with three stripes. Not my favorite thing to do, but I see he only has three patches. The worst is when he buys all new uniforms and I have to transfer patches form the old uniforms to the new. Last time I did patches I thought would be the last because he didn't think he'd make first class before getting out in Nov.

Good thing I'm not one to complain.

I hope you don't get home to find a 3 bear situation though ... Patience & her brothers all worn out and Cheryl asleep in a bed

My three favorite words . . . Cheryl, asleep, bed.

D, were you around last summer when I posted the pics of the machine I have? My dad acquired this machine that had been painted and left outside and is in horrible condition. These are the before pictures...last summer I got a fair bit of the paint stripped off but it's still a work in progress. I want to restore at least the wood parts and use it as furniture at some point. It's not electric and uses the big pedal to move the wheels, though, what I'm figuring was a belt to connect the bottom to the actual machine is missing. I doubt I would ever sew on it but it's sure nice to look at!! I do all my sewing on a 70's-tastic White machine.

I love all the detailed painting.

I am so excited! After weeks of trying, I gave up on SEU. It was so hard for me to think in the terms it wanted me to. I gave it my best shot, but could not make the names I added to shirts look great. They looked ok from a distance, but not close up. I was so not pleased with the results...and I could not figure out how to adjust the density of the stitches to save my life!

Today, I attempted Embird. I watched one short tutorial on it and was able to figure it out perfectly! (Of course I haven't stitched it out yet, but it already looks better on the screen!) I only wish I hadn't wasted 2 weeks of my 30 day trial on it...but then again, I think I had to fail at SEU before I was ready to write it off and try something new.


Nini

I love the shirt and hooray for Embird.

ETA my dd just saw the castle and would like one. She's even bigger than Ginger and despite her complaining that she "has nothing to wear" needs a huge walk in closet for her castle. I should take a pic of her current one so you can all see how truly deprived she is in the wardrobe department.

It is with regret that I must tell you my son headed back to NYC yesterday on the 7 AM Megabus. Unfortunately his apartment is so small that he has to walk sideways in it, so he wouldn't have any room to make a larger castle. I hope your DD understands.

I have had the best couple of days! I have been off since last Friday, DH was home with me over the weekend and did a few projects that needed done and I have just floated around and did a little of this and a little of that. I went to work a little over a year ago and I have really missed my housewife days the last few months. ( Who knew ) Anyway, the last few days have been great "playing housewife" back to work tomorrow though.

I finished the kids outfits for DHS

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I think I'll work on Ohana outfits next, I bought the cutest fabric on Sunday.

They look great.

Has anyone tried AG patterns for the "Duffy" bears? I have two that I bought last year for our cruise, and everyone says that the Build a Bear clothes will fit them. However, I can't find anything for BaB (pattern-wise). And since I have Carla's fabulous patterns, I have the doll patterns too. I just don't want to waste my time trying for a matching set, and not have it work out.

Thanks!

I don't know the answer to your question, but I've been using the CarlaC patterns and they're too big for AG. I don't know how the size compares to BaB, but I certainly know what you mean about sewing and not having them fit.

Very nice!!! Glad to see Ginger didn't let the pants waistband issue get her down ... well, I guess they did (was she trying the old "lie down on the bed to zip them closed" trick???), but you know what I mean

Did you download Molly's patterns from that site someone listed the other day? I dug out my old Kirsten patterns (and also downloaded them from that site) ... haven't had a chance to look them over yet though...

Yes and yes.

So ... I need to introduce y'all to Kirsten ... While I was procrastinating packing the car I got my Mom to help me find her trunk (an old wine chest ... my kirsten never could afford her blue trunk) ... She's a dirty girl and needs a bath, but that will have to wait til we're back in Charlotte and I have some time to spend with her ...


So, without further ado ... May I present Kirsten:

We're thinking about some easy fits and a bowling shirt to start us off ... Would anyone be able to tell me if sewing a bowling shirt in AG size first would help me get a feel for how it would go together for an actual child? Or would I make myself crazy???

Very nice, but how do you pour the soda out of her. I don't see a cap anywhere.

I love all the clothes. Good for you for trying a bowling shirt

Thanks. After reading about it and seeing so many variations of it, it was neat to finally make one.

Poor Ginger... Has your son even met her yet?

D~

My son didn't really say very much after I showed him around my quadrant. I noticed him and my husband whispering a lot to each other behind cuffed hands, so I think they're probably planning a big surprise for Ginger and me.

Poor Ginger!! I feel your pain sister!

I love that castle,awesome job! inspired me to ask dh to see what he can do at work { cabinet shop} for the 3 dgd's who we just wentto WDW with. They love the Cinderella Castle in th eshops there but it is $70! but Pawpaw can do a larger castle for cheaper and it will last forever! now to googles ' how to make a wooden castle' . did your son have a pattern or do this form his ideas...?

Apparently he was following plans he found online of a castle a man made for his ferrets. That's all I know, but with the popularity of castles, I'm sure there's lots of patterns floating around in cyberworld.

We had a great day with friends. Here's a picture of a non-sewing project but I wanted to share anyways...our "star" shirts. DH didn't want one, party pooper!

And I made the smallest Rosetta thinking it would be a good little kid size, but it looked huge on the little girl. Oh well, little girls love purses no matter how huge I guess

Everything looks great. Great fabric choices for the bag.

I am going to try to post some pictures. Here are my projects from the last week.

Wow. What a variety of creative creations. Nicely done.

Your son did an amazing job on his castle. Your newest creations are lovely (especially your digitizing). Your bowling shirt is great (even with the slight imperfections), I can imagine that would be tricky to make in such a small size. Molly's dresses are so cute, especially the plaid.

Thanks. I was wondering if the bowling shirt imperfection was noticable, so you answered my question.

OMG!!! I have tears in my eyes from laughing so hard. The bowling shirt with the one sleeve just tipped the scales for me! Hysterical I just looked at the shirt and thought *what the ?*

And I hate to break the news to Ginger, but if her dresses require tape to hold them on maybe modeling isn't the career for Ginger, and lets not metnion the Easy Fits with an ELASTIC waist that Ginger couldn't stuff her self into -- doesn't she know elastic waista are a girl's best friend? Now Ida on the other hand, with those smashing red tights to coordinate with her dress, may be a cover girl.

Truly I can't believe the amount of clothes you are making for your non-existant AG doll. I feel like all of us Disbouts should chip in a buck each and get you a real doll! Once you get the $ to me for D's address I should be able to help out

And how impossible is it to sew the the Bowling Shirt with such tiny sleeves? Well, I guess it's hard seeing as you only bothered to do one sleeve.

The calico dress is my favorite (you know, the one GA is busting at the seams).

And thanks for taking care of the Mythbusters logo for me. You're a peach. (Oh HeatherSue where are you when I need you the most!!!!)


Oh, I don't think you should have shipped her to WI -- I think you should have dropped her off at Cheryl's house on your way back to NC instead. Did you send her back all dirty or did you clean her up a bit? I don't want the people at the hospital to have a heart attack when they see her (they be devastated if they knew Alexa's doll was still naked!).


My dd has very sensitive skin too and only complained about one of the t's with the Floriani, and it was a fill design and I think that bothered her more than the Floriani. Once you wash the Floriani a couple of times it's very soft. (But don't wash it until after you've embroidered on it -- prewash your t, do your embroidery and then wash again before wearing.)

My son's waiting for me, so I had to read quckly, but I think bottom line is 'you're amazing Cheryl', 'Chery's that amazing', 'Cheryl + amazing = Amazing Cheryl', 'amazing, amazing, Cheryl' etc.

You are just too funny. But love all the AG dresses. DD would love to come over and have her dolls model some.

Since you live in RI it's easy. Have your DD head due west. When she gets to Poughkeepsie, NY turn right. When she sees a sign that welcomes her to Canada, have her turn around and head south about 175 miles. My house is on the left.

I am so jealous... I would love to meet up with you all! Cheryl said she'd be here yesterday, and I waited (and waited, and waited, and waited) but she never showed up. I was so disappointed... I think she ditched me. I bet her and Ginger are at my house, sewing away on Patience...

D~

SOMEONE forget to mention that you can't send yourself COD on Greyhound. Maybe the smartypants on the Transportation forum knew that, but I sure didn't. I hope you didn't let supper get cold waiting for me.

Just want to say a quick good-bye....

Megan and I leave for NY in the morning! get home on the 19th...I'm sure you will have moved onto a new thread by then, will come find you!!

Hope everyone has a great week!

Have a great time in NYC.

you are cracking me up! Definately protect GA since of self! We don't want any body image issues!

Got that right!

 

[belle41379]

Okay, picture time. (Headache isn't gone, but I'm putting the baby to sleep)

These are of one of the travel bags I made. Sorry they are sideways. I took them twice on my phone, and for some reason it keeps flipping them .
Front:

Inside Left. There are big pockets that I've put a magnetic game. There are 3 smal pockets and one pencil pocket on this side.

Right Side. Coloring book pocket, and scrap paper in the back pocket.

"Twirling Dress" I made last week. She loves it!

I have a few other clothing creations, but I'll wait to show those.

 

[VBAndrea]

Just want to say a quick good-bye....

Megan and I leave for NY in the morning! get home on the 19th...I'm sure you will have moved onto a new thread by then, will come find you!!

Hope everyone has a great week!

Have a fun and safe trip!

So this weekend I went to a yard sale (I was out walking in my neighborhood) and you won't believe what I got for $10.......(May want to keep small kids and AG's away as you scroll down)

She's drying right now but I think its a just like you #3 or a Kirsten.
DH was very confused when I bought it...he was like...don't you already have one of those

I cleaned her up....got most of the owner's pen marks off with magic eraser
Hoping to put her together this afternoon while the kids sleep. Her legs were too loose to stand...that's why they are detached right now.


Pics from July 4th and the neighborhood water slide...DD loved it! DH is holding DD who is wearing the free Oliver popover sundress....child version.

My kids (2 in front) with their cousins

Lucy got a new outfit....I think she looks better in jewel tones....she seems a little bit gray next to the other doll....pastels don't look real good on her.

Lucy and the kids are adorable! I had to laugh at your dd's princess sandals with the patriotic dress!

OK, the doll scared me. First I thought her behind cheeks were her bbs and I thought the poor doll had droopier you know whats than I do (Have to watch my language on these boards so I don't get kicked off!). Then I remembered it was an AG doll and not a Hooter's Barbie. I think I'm getting all confused b/t all these AG dolls, Ginger and Ida. Anyway, I am looking forward to seeing her put back together so I can come to my senses.

Some of my projects from last month, a doe, peas in a pod (for my mom), a cupcake (now my sisters), a nice big pillow made from fabric quarters, and a masquerade mask.

My earless unicorn.

My little angel owl simbolizing little Caylee Anthoney.

All very cute and love the symbolization with the angel owl. I cringe when I think about that poor, sweet little girl.

Out with the old, in with the new. Translation, my older son's gone but my younger son came for a few days. He joined the Navy to see the world and is stationed one state and about 180 miles away.
He may not get to see the world, but he got to see a bunch of grey metal on the sub. And he's probably had the opportunity in his career to room with 100 of his *dearest and closest* friends.

He just go back from being underway for 8 weeks and since he doesn't have a washer or dryer he brought me and . The stuff from his days on the sub has a VERY funky smell. Sometimes it makes my eyes burn. I think it's from washing his clothes while he's on the sub which uses "used" water.A destroyer stinks. I can't even imagine a sub. EWWWW!! I'm getting the heebie jibbies just thinking about it. They also breathe in *used* air.

He made petty officer first class while he was underway so he also brought some uniforms for me to sew on his new patches with three stripes. Not my favorite thing to do, but I see he only has three patches. The worst is when he buys all new uniforms and I have to transfer patches form the old uniforms to the new. Last time I did patches I thought would be the last because he didn't think he'd make first class before getting out in Nov.
Does he make you hem his dress uniforms as well? The night BEFORE he needs them for a function?

Good thing I'm not one to complain.

It is with regret that I must tell you my son headed back to NYC yesterday on the 7 AM Megabus. Unfortunately his apartment is so small that he has to walk sideways in it, so he wouldn't have any room to make a larger castle. I hope your DD understands. My dd is skiiny -- she'll fit just fine in the apt so I will send her up to voice her complaints.

Very nice, but how do you pour the soda out of her. I don't see a cap anywhere. Face it, Ginger is much cuter.

My son didn't really say very much after I showed him around my quadrant. I noticed him and my husband whispering a lot to each other behind cuffed hands, so I think they're probably planning a big surprise for Ginger and me.I wonder what facility they are looking into for you?


My son's waiting for me, so I had to read quckly, but I think bottom line is 'you're amazing Cheryl', 'Chery's that amazing', 'Cheryl + amazing = Amazing Cheryl', 'amazing, amazing, Cheryl' etc.Di you take a speed reading course in high school? Was your grade in it as good as Ginger's math grade?

So as not to confuse you anymore than you are already confused I added my commentary in blue.

Okay, picture time. (Headache isn't gone, but I'm putting the baby to sleep)

These are of one of the travel bags I made. Sorry they are sideways. I took them twice on my phone, and for some reason it keeps flipping them .
Front:

Inside Left. There are big pockets that I've put a magnetic game. There are 3 smal pockets and one pencil pocket on this side.

Right Side. Coloring book pocket, and scrap paper in the back pocket.

"Twirling Dress" I made last week. She loves it!

I have a few other clothing creations, but I'll wait to show those.

I love the travel bags! What perfect fabrics! And the twirl skirt is adorable.

 

[ericalynn1979]

Introducing my Simply Sweet Rapunzel dress!

I finally finished it yesterday! (I'm pumping at work now, so I have time to post photos). Anyway, here she is. I'm pretty proud overall, especially since this was my first time doing this pattern. Not thrilled with the puckering on the bodice, but I convinced myself that since it's a corset bodice, it's OK. DD hasn't seen it yet, but I'll add a picture when she does.

The skirt is out of some sparkly purple material I found at JoAnn's. And I just did the eyelet lace instead of a ruffle, so I had to modify the length to make it all work. But a big thanks to Carla for MAKING it so easy to modify the pattern. And to everyone on this thread for being such inspirations to get it done. Now I'm going to stick to easy-fit pants and applique tshirts for a while.

 

[mphalens]

I hope your Kirsten has a safe journey to the hospital - please take pictures when she returns. Also, I hope you have a safe trip.

The Pleasant Co. did make the American Girl of Today dolls - I believe they started with 7 of them, and added on as time went on. The names of that line changed several times - Just Like You and My American Girl - and most of the original PC dolls are retired and replaced by newer versions with better hair - supposedly. What once was a line of about 7, then 14, then 21 expanded greatly last fall when AG released about 19 new dolls to that line... there are now about 40+ variations of skin tone/hair and eye color. So, yes, Pleasant Company did start that line, Mattel has expanded on it - added many plastic accessories - and I don't think there is anything left of the original that was started by PC. The meet outfit has changed several times over the years, and usually stays on a 2 year cycle... we are due for a new meet outfit sometime in the fall of 2012.

Glad you like my knowledge... I hope I'm not too annoying with it. As I know some of my facts are off a bit, but the jist is right.

D~

Thanks for the wishes of safe travels. Hopefully Kirsten makes it to WI in one piece ... we finally made it home about 2pm ... WAY later than we'd expected, but we're here and in one piece!
I love all the info you have on AG ... some I remember and some I don't ...

Oh, I don't think you should have shipped her to WI -- I think you should have dropped her off at Cheryl's house on your way back to NC instead. Did you send her back all dirty or did you clean her up a bit? I don't want the people at the hospital to have a heart attack when they see her (they be devastated if they knew Alexa's doll was still naked!).

I totally shipped her off with the layer of grime I hated to do it, but if I wanted my mom to ship her for me (rather than bring her back here and THEN I ship her) I had to have her boxed and ready before I left last night... I didn't want to mess her up and have them blame me for her eye, so I just striped her nekked like the directions said and wrapped her in bubble wrap ... hopefully they'll let me take possession of her after her eye surgery and they don't place her with someone else due to neglect ...

Love the pics!! The boys' pants turned out great. You all look great and I hope you're having a nice visit in RI.

I've been thinking of purchasing Carla's easy fits pattern, even though I already have a pants pattern, I hate how the sizes are stated...It's a baby pattern and all it says is "small" "medium" and "large". It doesn't give finished sizes anywhere either which is totally frustrating. I'm making Anna size "small", so we'll see what they look like when they're done.

Thanks! The pants weren't what I'd pictured, but I like them all the same...

I LOVE CarlaC's Easy Fits! The red, white & blue pants were another pattern and it really made me think about how great CarlaC's are in comparison...

The boys look so cute in their pants. I really like your skirt, especially the bow in the back. Too bad about your other skirt, hope you can salvage it into something. Thanks for the "pirate" links.

Those pants are cute but that picture of your two boys is GREAT. Their faces are so adorable. I like the one with their cousins and the family picture too.

Your Kristen is very pretty. I'm sure you will have her all cleaned up in no time. I've never made a bowling shirt in the AG size but it might be a little tricky working with the smaller size. I think you can handle the child size, just go slow and follow the directions, you can't go wrong with a CarlaC pattern.

Thanks!!!! and you're welcome!!! And thanks for the advice on the bowling shirt

You girls with your "AG's" are cracking me up.

Marianne, I hope you have safe travels. Can't wait to meet up with you and see the fabric.

Ah, yes, when would you like to meet up??? What's the rest of the week look like for you???

I am so jealous... I would love to meet up with you all! Cheryl said she'd be here yesterday, and I waited (and waited, and waited, and waited) but she never showed up. I was so disappointed... I think she ditched me. I bet her and Ginger are at my house, sewing away on Patience...

D~

D- I fly through Minneapolis on Delta on July 23 & 31 ... I've only got about an hour layover, but I'll be flying to and from my ILs ... so you could always snatch me up on my way out there and force me to hang with you instead My flight lands at 10:13am on the 23rd ... Delta flight 1873...

Just want to say a quick good-bye....

Megan and I leave for NY in the morning! get home on the 19th...I'm sure you will have moved onto a new thread by then, will come find you!!

Hope everyone has a great week!

Hope you have a fantastic time!!! Say hi to NYC for me!!!!

You better send someone to checkon your house. With Ginger you never know what to expect.

Marianne and I live about 20 min from each other. She picked up some of that fabulous material for me. She was so sweet to do that for those that wanted it.

Aw! You're making me blush I understand about fabric obsessions ... and I'm always happy to help when I can!!!

I will call my neighbors today... Just to make sure Patience is OK - I agree, you just never know with Ginger.
You know, you all could move closer to me? Winter in MN is much more fun than you'd think... I only hate it after Christmas.

D~

My DH grew up in Florida ... I can't even get him to agree to live in RI with IT'S winters ... I can't even imagine suggesting MN!!!!!


Dagnabit! Too many images ... gotta turn this into two posts...

 

[mphalens]

Okay ... part 2:

you are cracking me up! Definately protect GA since of self! We don't want any body image issues!



IDK but the easy fits and peasant blouse weren't too bad....once I figured out which cutting line to use for the blouse

I love Kirsten's boots! Are you going to make her new bloomers or did she have an extra pair?

Cool!
And thanks! I remember saving for those boots and her summer dress... I loved them too!!! I did NOT have to make her new bloomers ... she did have a backup pair we made for her when I was little ... thank goodness!

So this weekend I went to a yard sale (I was out walking in my neighborhood) and you won't believe what I got for $10.......(May want to keep small kids and AG's away as you scroll down)

She's drying right now but I think its a just like you #3 or a Kirsten.
DH was very confused when I bought it...he was like...don't you already have one of those

I cleaned her up....got most of the owner's pen marks off with magic eraser
Hoping to put her together this afternoon while the kids sleep. Her legs were too loose to stand...that's why they are detached right now.


Pics from July 4th and the neighborhood water slide...DD loved it! DH is holding DD who is wearing the free Oliver popover sundress....child version.

My kids (2 in front) with their cousins

Lucy got a new outfit....I think she looks better in jewel tones....she seems a little bit gray next to the other doll....pastels don't look real good on her.

Oh My!!!! And I was worried about my treatment of Kirsten ... I think you have her best interests at heart though ... that's what counts, right???

Your kids are ADORABLE!!!!! Love the outfits in action!!!!!

Out with the old, in with the new. Translation, my older son's gone but my younger son came for a few days. He joined the Navy to see the world and is stationed one state and about 180 miles away.

He just go back from being underway for 8 weeks and since he doesn't have a washer or dryer he brought me and . The stuff from his days on the sub has a VERY funky smell. Sometimes it makes my eyes burn. I think it's from washing his clothes while he's on the sub which uses "used" water.

He made petty officer first class while he was underway so he also brought some uniforms for me to sew on his new patches with three stripes. Not my favorite thing to do, but I see he only has three patches. The worst is when he buys all new uniforms and I have to transfer patches form the old uniforms to the new. Last time I did patches I thought would be the last because he didn't think he'd make first class before getting out in Nov.

Good thing I'm not one to complain.



My three favorite words . . . Cheryl, asleep, bed.





Yes and yes.



Very nice, but how do you pour the soda out of her. I don't see a cap anywhere.

My son didn't really say very much after I showed him around my quadrant. I noticed him and my husband whispering a lot to each other behind cuffed hands, so I think they're probably planning a big surprise for Ginger and me.



My son's waiting for me, so I had to read quckly, but I think bottom line is 'you're amazing Cheryl', 'Chery's that amazing', 'Cheryl + amazing = Amazing Cheryl', 'amazing, amazing, Cheryl' etc.



Since you live in RI it's easy. Have your DD head due west. When she gets to Poughkeepsie, NY turn right. When she sees a sign that welcomes her to Canada, have her turn around and head south about 175 miles. My house is on the left.




SOMEONE forget to mention that you can't send yourself COD on Greyhound. Maybe the smartypants on the Transportation forum knew that, but I sure didn't. I hope you didn't let supper get cold waiting for me.

Congrats to your son!!! My cousin's DH is a sub-man and oh! does she ever talk about the stink ... you're a sweet sweet mama to do all that laundry and sew his bars on for him!!! Remind him of that when they're discussing where to send you and Ginger

And thanks for all the smiles and giggles you gave me today ... your posts crack me up!!!!

I'll have to remember your directions to your house ... I'll pick you up and ... oh wait, I want D to still LIKE me when I get there ... hmm... well, how much would you pay me for a ride??? I do need to feed my fabric & pattern obsession you know...
D - do you have room for two???

Okay, picture time. (Headache isn't gone, but I'm putting the baby to sleep)

These are of one of the travel bags I made. Sorry they are sideways. I took them twice on my phone, and for some reason it keeps flipping them .
Front:

Inside Left. There are big pockets that I've put a magnetic game. There are 3 smal pockets and one pencil pocket on this side.

Right Side. Coloring book pocket, and scrap paper in the back pocket.

"Twirling Dress" I made last week. She loves it!

I have a few other clothing creations, but I'll wait to show those.

LOVE IT ALL!!!!

OK, the doll scared me. First I thought her behind cheeks were her bbs and I thought the poor doll had droopier you know whats than I do (Have to watch my language on these boards so I don't get kicked off!). Then I remembered it was an AG doll and not a Hooter's Barbie. I think I'm getting all confused b/t all these AG dolls, Ginger and Ida. Anyway, I am looking forward to seeing her put back together so I can come to my senses.


So as not to confuse you anymore than you are already confused I added my commentary in blue.

So - we are home, safe & sound ... I'll unpack tomorrow ... tonight we're hitting McAlister's Deli for Kids Eat Free with some friends... At least I don't have laundry to do ... I did it all before we left RI ... but I DO have to put everything away and clean up all the little things DH left out and about while we were gone...

 

[mommy2mrb]

Hope you have a fantastic time!!! Say hi to NYC for me!!!!

Thanks! hey we will be in your neck of the woods next summer visiting friends in Charlotte and going down to Charleston...Megan was born there and hasn't been back since she was three...so want to show her where she came from!

 

[miprender]

Just want to say a quick good-bye....

Megan and I leave for NY in the morning! get home on the 19th...I'm sure you will have moved onto a new thread by then, will come find you!!

Hope everyone has a great week!

Have fun Lisa

Hi Everybody!

Man its been months since I posted here but that's cause I have been sewing up a storm for our upcoming trip. Just 26 days to go and I still have a 2 things to finish up, and the post below just made it 3

I took a bunch of pictures so I promise to post them soon....
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Can't wait to see them

You know, you all could move closer to me? Winter in MN is much more fun than you'd think... I only hate it after Christmas.

D~

How about moving to RI... We have beaches and the ocean and if you really want some snow we have been getting plenty of that these past winters.

We even have the AG store about an hour away

So this weekend I went to a yard sale (I was out walking in my neighborhood) and you won't believe what I got for $10.......(May want to keep small kids and AG's away as you scroll down)

She's drying right now but I think its a just like you #3 or a Kirsten.
DH was very confused when I bought it...he was like...don't you already have one of those

I cleaned her up....got most of the owner's pen marks off with magic eraser
Hoping to put her together this afternoon while the kids sleep. Her legs were too loose to stand...that's why they are detached right now.

That is a scary sight. Good thing DD is not around!

Pics from July 4th and the neighborhood water slide...DD loved it! DH is holding DD who is wearing the free Oliver popover sundress....child version.

Lucy got a new outfit....I think she looks better in jewel tones....she seems a little bit gray next to the other doll....pastels don't look real good on her.

Those pics are much better Your daughter is darling and I really like that popover sundress, both in kid size and Ginger size.

Some of my projects from last month, a doe, peas in a pod (for my mom), a cupcake (now my sisters), a nice big pillow made from fabric quarters, and a masquerade mask.
.

Cute!

Since you live in RI it's easy. Have your DD head due west. When she gets to Poughkeepsie, NY turn right. When she sees a sign that welcomes her to Canada, have her turn around and head south about 175 miles. My house is on the left.

Can I mapquest that??

Okay, picture time. (Headache isn't gone, but I'm putting the baby to sleep)

These are of one of the travel bags I made. Sorry they are sideways. I took them twice on my phone, and for some reason it keeps flipping them .
Front:

"Twirling Dress" I made last week. She loves it!

I have a few other clothing creations, but I'll wait to show those.

Great job on the dress and the travel bags are too cute. Love all the fabric choices.

OK, the doll scared me. First I thought her behind cheeks were her bbs and I thought the poor doll had droopier you know whats than I do (Have to watch my language on these boards so I don't get kicked off!). Then I remembered it was an AG doll and not a Hooter's Barbie. I think I'm getting all confused b/t all these AG dolls, Ginger and Ida. Anyway, I am looking forward to seeing her put back together so I can come to my senses.
.

I did a double take too. I wasn't sure what that was.

Introducing my Simply Sweet Rapunzel dress!

I finally finished it yesterday! (I'm pumping at work now, so I have time to post photos). Anyway, here she is. I'm pretty proud overall, especially since this was my first time doing this pattern. Not thrilled with the puckering on the bodice, but I convinced myself that since it's a corset bodice, it's OK. DD hasn't seen it yet, but I'll add a picture when she does.

The skirt is out of some sparkly purple material I found at JoAnn's. And I just did the eyelet lace instead of a ruffle, so I had to modify the length to make it all work. But a big thanks to Carla for MAKING it so easy to modify the pattern. And to everyone on this thread for being such inspirations to get it done. Now I'm going to stick to easy-fit pants and applique tshirts for a while.

That came out so cute. I just love sparkly fabric.

 

[iluvwdw4ever]

A few more things from our cruise...

 

[StarTunnel]

Trying to decide on what to make next. I mean, all the stuff I have on hand is driving me crazy. I have some tulle, neon striped with stars flannel material, sheets of felt, a long piece of purple felt, green and pink fleece, some silver elastic cord, thick wire, the list goes on. I can't decide what to make, since I was hoping on making something in the way of clothing or a tote bag, BUT I don't have access to a working sewing machine. What to do, what to do...

 

[aboveH20]

you are cracking me up! Definately protect GA since of self! We don't want any body image issues!

So this weekend I went to a yard sale (I was out walking in my neighborhood) and you won't believe what I got for $10.......(May want to keep small kids and AG's away as you scroll down)

She's drying right now but I think its a just like you #3 or a Kirsten.
DH was very confused when I bought it...he was like...don't you already have one of those

I cleaned her up....got most of the owner's pen marks off with magic eraser
Hoping to put her together this afternoon while the kids sleep. Her legs were too loose to stand...that's why they are detached right now.

Pics from July 4th and the neighborhood water slide...DD loved it! DH is holding DD who is wearing the free Oliver popover sundress....child version.

Lucy got a new outfit....I think she looks better in jewel tones....she seems a little bit gray next to the other doll....pastels don't look real good on her.

What a great yard sale find and your daughter looks great in the life size popover dress. If she were standing next to my AR doll it would be hard to tell which was which.

Some of my projects from last month, a doe, peas in a pod (for my mom), a cupcake (now my sisters), a nice big pillow made from fabric quarters, and a masquerade mask.

My earless unicorn.

My little angel owl simbolizing little Caylee Anthoney.

You've been busy. My favorite is the peas in a pod.

Okay, picture time. (Headache isn't gone, but I'm putting the baby to sleep)

These are of one of the travel bags I made. Sorry they are sideways. I took them twice on my phone, and for some reason it keeps flipping them .
Front:

Inside Left. There are big pockets that I've put a magnetic game. There are 3 smal pockets and one pencil pocket on this side.

"Twirling Dress" I made last week. She loves it!

I have a few other clothing creations, but I'll wait to show those.

The travel bag is great. I love all of the primary colors. It will get a lot of use I'm sure. Your twirling dress is super, and you daughter is surely enjoying it. Thanks for sharing.

Introducing my Simply Sweet Rapunzel dress!

I finally finished it yesterday! (I'm pumping at work now, so I have time to post photos). Anyway, here she is. I'm pretty proud overall, especially since this was my first time doing this pattern. Not thrilled with the puckering on the bodice, but I convinced myself that since it's a corset bodice, it's OK. DD hasn't seen it yet, but I'll add a picture when she does.

I love it. Makes me want to see the movie again. Nicely done.

Okay ... part 2:

Congrats to your son!!! My cousin's DH is a sub-man and oh! does she ever talk about the stink ... you're a sweet sweet mama to do all that laundry and sew his bars on for him!!! Remind him of that when they're discussing where to send you and Ginger

I'll have to remember your directions to your house ... I'll pick you up and ... oh wait, I want D to still LIKE me when I get there ... hmm... well, how much would you pay me for a ride??? I do need to feed my fabric & pattern obsession you know...
D - do you have room for two???

My sons works long, hard hours in the Navy. He's definitely counting down the days.

Don't forget that I'm practially Patience's godmother. I'm sure ~D would always be glad to see both of us.

Thanks! hey we will be in your neck of the woods next summer visiting friends in Charlotte and going down to Charleston...Megan was born there and hasn't been back since she was three...so want to show her where she came from!

I spent my birthday in Charlotte one year, courtesy of USAirways, on our way home from Orlando. My son was stationed in Charleston for almost two years so I've been there a couple times, too.

Happy trails.

Can I mapquest that??

I think the directions were pretty specific, I'm not sure why you'd need mapquest.

 

[VBAndrea]

Introducing my Simply Sweet Rapunzel dress!

I finally finished it yesterday! (I'm pumping at work now, so I have time to post photos). Anyway, here she is. I'm pretty proud overall, especially since this was my first time doing this pattern. Not thrilled with the puckering on the bodice, but I convinced myself that since it's a corset bodice, it's OK. DD hasn't seen it yet, but I'll add a picture when she does.

The skirt is out of some sparkly purple material I found at JoAnn's. And I just did the eyelet lace instead of a ruffle, so I had to modify the length to make it all work. But a big thanks to Carla for MAKING it so easy to modify the pattern. And to everyone on this thread for being such inspirations to get it done. Now I'm going to stick to easy-fit pants and applique tshirts for a while.

Beautiful! I adore it

I think the directions were pretty specific, I'm not sure why you'd need mapquest.

I tired plugging your address into my GPS and it kept wanting to take me to a place named GA and Company Psychiatric Facility

 

[aribelle]

QUESTION please!

I have the opportunity to purchase a Brother 4500d for $840. The seller says that it was purchased for a business that never took off so it was "hardly used". What are your opinions of this machine? I already have a sewing machine that I love (Pfaff 1471) so I would probably only use this for embroidery. I have older kids so I like the idea that it does the very large (7x12) patterns. But I also have some reservations because I've always felt that "combo" equipment of any type was not as good as dedicated...you know, the old "it does both well, but neither great".

Anyway...if this is a good machine to consider, what types of questions or things should I be looking for or at to be sure that I'm not getting a lemon? I would love to be able to take it to my sewing repair guy to examine, but I seriously doubt the seller will let a stranger just drive off with it, lol. So how do I know if she's mistreated it or love it?

Thanks for ANY help or suggestions you can give. I have a very very limited budget so buying new is probably not going to happen, but I really want to be able to do embroidery on my kids' clothes while they are still young enough to want it, lol. Ok, and I'd like some for me!

 

[erikawolf2004]

It has been forever since I have posted over here-I miss all of you. I do peek every once in a while to see what everyone is up to. TMCTQI love everything that you all do, it is so fun to get ideas and inspiration from everyone!!!

Has anyone made the white Ariel wedding dress with the green trim...DD has requested that for our next trip I was thinking that the Portrait Peasant would work good, what do you think? I also plan on making a Tangled dress and love the SS one that was just posted-super cute!

Thanks, Erika

 

[ireland_nicole]

QUESTION please!

I have the opportunity to purchase a Brother 4500d for $840. The seller says that it was purchased for a business that never took off so it was "hardly used". What are your opinions of this machine? I already have a sewing machine that I love (Pfaff 1471) so I would probably only use this for embroidery. I have older kids so I like the idea that it does the very large (7x12) patterns. But I also have some reservations because I've always felt that "combo" equipment of any type was not as good as dedicated...you know, the old "it does both well, but neither great".

Anyway...if this is a good machine to consider, what types of questions or things should I be looking for or at to be sure that I'm not getting a lemon? I would love to be able to take it to my sewing repair guy to examine, but I seriously doubt the seller will let a stranger just drive off with it, lol. So how do I know if she's mistreated it or love it?

Thanks for ANY help or suggestions you can give. I have a very very limited budget so buying new is probably not going to happen, but I really want to be able to do embroidery on my kids' clothes while they are still young enough to want it, lol. Ok, and I'd like some for me!

Holy Cow! That price is absolutely amazing! I would ask about the stitch count, if she has any records re: maintenance, any original purchase docs, but it is a major steal! Do know that purchasing second hand invalidates the warranty- but it's a great machine, so I wouldn't be overly concerned about that part.