Disboutiquers Part 27 Kids Disney Boutique / Customs Clothes psst..we sew ;-)

[miprender]

I am not sure if this will be seen since this is such a busy thread but I am hoping someone can help me. I just did my first applique last night with my regular machine and after that I am now interested in embroidery machines. Can someone give me a suggestion for one (or some) that are beginning friendly and not going to put me in the poor house. Also, if you could share where you all get your files from to embroider onto the clothing (all the disney related things)? Thanks!

I also love my PE770 and purchased mine on walmart.com and they shipped it direct to my house for 97¢ <----------- where's Cheryl wouldn't she be so proud

My computer is BACK FROM THE SPA!!!!

Of course, now that I can multi-quote again, I got so used to NOT quoting that I forgot this time

I sat down and "mapped out" my sewing for Disney. I just wanted to pop on here and then I'm off to pull out the actual fabrics and iron everything so that I can cut tomorrow after work.

I also have to cut out and sew Finn's Halloween costume. . .

But just wanted to pop over and say Hi

YEAH glad your computer is back!!!!!

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That came out adorable.

Hi everyone!

Just back from 6 amazing days at WDW and I'm hopelessly behind. We surprised my kids at 3:30 in the morning and they were SO excited. The weather was amazing save for the last day when it poured on & off (and had extended periods of sunshine as well.) I even had a chance to meet a Disboutiquer in line for IASW! WeLuvDizne recognized the outfit my DD was wearing and introduced herself...it was so sweet. She and her family were lovely and it was a pleasure meeting her.
Picture overload ahead...

Love all the photos. What great family photos and I love that minnie dress you made. How great that you met some of the disbou people.

Howdy all! We got back last Thurs. from our 9 day trip. We had a blast. The weather was perfect and no one got sick. It was more crowded than normal. I didn't see too many customs, in fact, I didn't see many people in Disney clothes period. I thought that was odd. I ran into 2 ladies from the board and my husband talked to someone else. That was fun!

Lots of pictures are coming so I will probably do two posts.

Day One: MK and Chef Mickey

Thanks for looking!

Love these photos too. Your family is just adorable. I never realized you also had two boys too! And YEAH for you meeting some disbou people!

My name is Andrea and I am a fabric hoarder. I will not buy anymore fabric until I use up enough of my stash to be able to store it properly.

Exceptions:
Anything needed for Halloween costumes.
Anything needed for special events (and I have full say in what is considered a special event)
Good clearances like the cuts I got at Wally's today for $1/yd (never mind I now have 20 extra yards of fabric without a purpose in mind)
Remnant bin fabrics are always allowed
Good sales are not to be passed up
Anything I might need to make items for myself is allowed since I so rarely make something for myself

OK, how about this, I will not buy any more fabrics for BGs -- I will only sign up for items in which I am able to use up my stash. Ahhh, that sounds much better.

Can I join too? I seriously have a problem but it is with any Disney fabric. I can't stop buying anything Mickey

Sorry, I am so far behind. I have skimmed thru and looked at all the great pictures from the parks, etc. I have been busy sewing for our trip to which my DH has commented "you're not making shirts for everyday in the parks are you?" Of course not, I was planning to but ran out of time. I have almost everything done that I need to do except make some shorts for my son and a bag for me. Hopefully I can get it all done before Saturday but my son is turning 7 tomorrow so I need to bake a cake, buy gifts, wrap and make a special dinner. Still need to finish up the autograph books, clean the car, cut the grass and PACK! I'll be sure to catch up when I get back.

Hoping you can get everything done without too much stressing.

 

[VBAndrea]

here are samples of the bows

Those are so pretty! They look very time consuming -- I assume they involve hand sewing which I am not a fan of!

Andrea It is okay. I am a fabric hoarder too. We can get through this together. We only get to buy what we "NEED". Special occasions, halloween, christmas, easter, valentines (okay any holiday), fabric for the kids, fabric for me, fabric for quilts, fabric that screams "BUY ME" while I am in the store or any other fabric that I may need now or anytime in the future is okay to buy. We are only not allowed to buy fabric for.......... I can not think of a single reason not to buy fabric I am sorry. Where is it we need to show up for these meetings. Oh I know when I am not suppose to buy fabric. It is when I trade for fabric, that's it.

Forget the meetings -- let's just stick to you plan of only buying what we "NEED" ~ that will keep us out of trouble I had to redo some things in my sewing space to make room for my latest acquisitions, but I did it!!!! But there seriously is no more space to be had.

I am so sick!!! I feel like Im burning up, but cant drink or eat anything or else I throw it up!!!! My stomach is in a million knots!!!!! I have to get better quick!! I have to do a lecture on Autism and sensory needs on Friday afternoon - say a prayer for me if you could!!!!

I hope you get better asap!

I think the costume stain I worked with in the past was fine through the wash and dry. My sister picked it out for a semi-formal dress and asked me to make the dress for her. It has been a couple of years now so I can't remember if I pinked or serged the edges prior to washing. I know I did one or the other. I just serged the seams. I have no idea if my sister actually wore that dress or not, since we don't live in the same city.

Ack, speaking of which, I still need to make my mom's dress. My parents had been talking about taking a cruise and my mom would like a dress made for a formal night (I think?). I bought this beautiful fabric last year and I had her measurements since January. I just hadn't been motivated to work on it yet. I think it has something to do having to draft a pattern since my mom is between sizes.

Andrea, where do I sign up for the "Fabric Horder Anonymous(e)" club? Will you ship a membership card across the border?

I have been trying to use up fabric in my stash for BG's, but it is hard sometimes. Urgh, I should not look at the Fabricland flyer! They have Disney prints at 60% off! Must...resist...going...there!

I decided to prewash b/c I really can't stand the thought of all the chemicals and crap that are in the fabric that need to be washed out. I will definitely serge the edges prior to washing -- though I have 4.5 yds of two fabrics so that's a lot of serging!

A formal night dress would scare me! You do amazing work though so when you do make please post pics so I can drool over it.

I will get your FHA card in the mail right away. It clearly states on the card than any Disney fabric on sale/clearance is allowed. Likewise, if it's more than 50% off you should buy at least twice as much as you normally would.

Sorry, I am so far behind. I have skimmed thru and looked at all the great pictures from the parks, etc. I have been busy sewing for our trip to which my DH has commented "you're not making shirts for everyday in the parks are you?" Of course not, I was planning to but ran out of time. I have almost everything done that I need to do except make some shorts for my son and a bag for me. Hopefully I can get it all done before Saturday but my son is turning 7 tomorrow so I need to bake a cake, buy gifts, wrap and make a special dinner. Still need to finish up the autograph books, clean the car, cut the grass and PACK! I'll be sure to catch up when I get back.

Happy Birthday to your ds! Nothing like waiting until last minute to get gifts! But I am glad your sewing took priority

I also love my PE770 and purchased mine on walmart.com and they shipped it direct to my house for 97¢ <----------- where's Cheryl wouldn't she be so proud

Can I join too? I seriously have a problem but it is with any Disney fabric. I can't stop buying anything Mickey

You are right -- where is Cheryl? I thought she was going to visit us weekly. Do you think she went off the deep end working on the film props? Oh wait -- she's already off the deep end.

Disney fabric is allowed providing it's on sale, at Walmart prices, or if you have a "NEED" for it. Otherwise no Dis fabric.

 

[Maggie at the Fort]

My first attempt at a multiquote. Hope this works!!

precious babygirl! and love the outfits too! and welcome to your new addiction!!!!

Both are adorable -- your SW is precious!

Cute dresses! I love the stripwork dress pattern too, it's so easy and so versatile. Your LO is adorable too.

So precious! Your dd is adorable too!

Precious. Your little snow white is adorable.

Those are great and your DD is so cute!

Thanks so much to all of you and to everyone else I didn't quote. It is getting close to nap time and I got in a rush!

Sewing is my therapy....work has been so frustrating so it nice to "work" on something where I can see the fruits of my labor. I don't have a lot of time so it feels good to actually finish something. I made this Keyka Lou messenger bag for a coworker/friend. She's going to WDW Saturday.

I love love love this bag! It is fabulous!

Everything else has looked wonderful too. Looking at this stuff is so inspiring. I just remembered that we have a Crystal Palace reservation that I haven't made dd a dress for. Any one have any suggestions for a dress/outfit for that day?

 

[Corrine 1973]

Hey everyone,

I have been part of the DIS for a couple of years but am relativly new here. Not completly new since I check an older version of this thread a couple of years ago but haven't been here for awhile. My family was picked to be part of the big give program at the end of 2009 and it is now my intention to give some love back.

I can sew. Made my own costume for the Bristol Ren Faire. But I have actually not made anything in awhile, though I just bought some patterns at Hobby Lobby when they were on sale for .99. I do hope to make my DD a couple of dresses for our planned trip to WDW in 2013 but since that is a ways a way I haven't gone past the planning stages. I have also just started designing some jewelry.

 

[SallyfromDE]

here are samples of the bows

These are really nice. I don't have the patience for little work.

 

[SallyfromDE]

Question: Can anyone recommend a pattern that would work with a printed corduroy? I think she is about a size 7 now.

 

[cogero]

Hey everyone,

I have been part of the DIS for a couple of years but am relativly new here. Not completly new since I check an older version of this thread a couple of years ago but haven't been here for awhile. My family was picked to be part of the big give program at the end of 2009 and it is now my intention to give some love back.

I can sew. Made my own costume for the Bristol Ren Faire. But I have actually not made anything in awhile, though I just bought some patterns at Hobby Lobby when they were on sale for .99. I do hope to make my DD a couple of dresses for our planned trip to WDW in 2013 but since that is a ways a way I haven't gone past the planning stages. I have also just started designing some jewelry.

Welcome!!!!!!

Okay I finally sewed something and am trying to pick out an applique from Stitch on Time to go with the skirt for a 5 year old. It is the Arkansas Razorbacks. I found a kind of cute one that doesn't have the scary pig in it.

 

[dianemom2]

Hey everyone,

I have been part of the DIS for a couple of years but am relativly new here. Not completly new since I check an older version of this thread a couple of years ago but haven't been here for awhile. My family was picked to be part of the big give program at the end of 2009 and it is now my intention to give some love back.

I can sew. Made my own costume for the Bristol Ren Faire. But I have actually not made anything in awhile, though I just bought some patterns at Hobby Lobby when they were on sale for .99. I do hope to make my DD a couple of dresses for our planned trip to WDW in 2013 but since that is a ways a way I haven't gone past the planning stages. I have also just started designing some jewelry.

Welcome back!

Question: Can anyone recommend a pattern that would work with a printed corduroy? I think she is about a size 7 now.

I guess it depends on what you want to make. Also is the corduroy a light weight material or is it heavier? If it is a light weight corduroy, a jumper would be nice. If it is heavy, maybe a skirt or a pair of pants. The Simply Sweet would be a cute winter jumper with a top underneath it.

 

[VBAndrea]

Question: Can anyone recommend a pattern that would work with a printed corduroy? I think she is about a size 7 now.

I have seen the Insa done in cord and it looks fabulous. I also would like to someday try a pair of Djorte (?sp) trousers in cord. Tricia has probably done both in corduroy at one time or another so hopefully she'll chime in. I have two corduroys waiting for me (when I get done with the BG, Halloween costumes, Halloween shirts and skirt, baby gifts I need to make, etc).

 

[dianemom2]

So I finally got one of the Rosetta bags that I cut out in August sewn today. I have been so busy that today was really the first day that I've had to sew on my own personal projects. I still have 3 more to make but at least I have one finished!

This bag matches the Patricia tunic I made DD over the summer.

I wanted to surprise the girls with the bags as a Chanukah gift. Of course they walked in while I was finishing the bag so I told them it was for me. I made the tunics and cut out the bags because my in-laws had been talking about taking us on a cruise over winter break. There hasn't been any talk of that in a few months so I guess we will use them at the pool next summer. Hopefully the tunics will still fit my girls by then!

I had been very intimidated by this pattern for some reason. I've never made a purse or a bag before. I've never put in magnetic closures or used that quilted fusible. I don't know why I thought it was going to be hard to make this. It really wasn't hard at all. It took a bit longer than I thought it would but I will get faster on the next one.

 

[SallyfromDE]

I have seen the Insa done in cord and it looks fabulous. I also would like to someday try a pair of Djorte (?sp) trousers in cord. Tricia has probably done both in corduroy at one time or another so hopefully she'll chime in. I have two corduroys waiting for me (when I get done with the BG, Halloween costumes, Halloween shirts and skirt, baby gifts I need to make, etc).

She won't wear pants and is totally into dresses. I was thinking of using the Disney cord, maybe Rapunzel.

 

[PurpleEars]

Sorry, I am so far behind. I have skimmed thru and looked at all the great pictures from the parks, etc. I have been busy sewing for our trip to which my DH has commented "you're not making shirts for everyday in the parks are you?" Of course not, I was planning to but ran out of time. I have almost everything done that I need to do except make some shorts for my son and a bag for me. Hopefully I can get it all done before Saturday but my son is turning 7 tomorrow so I need to bake a cake, buy gifts, wrap and make a special dinner. Still need to finish up the autograph books, clean the car, cut the grass and PACK! I'll be sure to catch up when I get back.

Happy birthday to your son! I hope your family will have a great time at Disney World!

Wow Liz, hope you get it all done!
Happy Birthday to your son!

we leave tomorrow hope we can meet up with you and Jessica along the way! have a safe trip down and see you in the world!!!!

Lisa

I hope you and Megan will have a wonderful trip!

I decided to prewash b/c I really can't stand the thought of all the chemicals and crap that are in the fabric that need to be washed out. I will definitely serge the edges prior to washing -- though I have 4.5 yds of two fabrics so that's a lot of serging!

A formal night dress would scare me! You do amazing work though so when you do make please post pics so I can drool over it.

I will get your FHA card in the mail right away. It clearly states on the card than any Disney fabric on sale/clearance is allowed. Likewise, if it's more than 50% off you should buy at least twice as much as you normally would.

Disney fabric is allowed providing it's on sale, at Walmart prices, or if you have a "NEED" for it. Otherwise no Dis fabric.

I just serge the raw edges but not the selvages before I pre-wash, so it doesn't matter how long the material is. I think the longest piece I ever put in the wash was about 12 metres.

Well, we'll see how this dress goes. I have no problems whipping out stuff for BG's and yet I am terrified of making this dress for my mom! It's not like my mom hadn't worn clothes made by me before - she wore one of the dresses I made her to one of my cousin's wedding. I just don't know why I am procrastinating so much...actually, I do, maybe it has something to do with my upcoming *ahem* work trip to DL. I want to make a couple of blouses so I can wear those both during the day and at the parks.

Oh excellent news about the FHA card! I am still awaiting my Rosetta Bag club card too. Well we will have to see how much money I have left after a shopping spree on Marathon's web site. I need to get embroidery thread and stabilizer before I can do something fancy for future BG's. Maybe I can talk my family into buying me Disney fabric for Christmas...fabric received as "gifts" don't count, right?

Everything else has looked wonderful too. Looking at this stuff is so inspiring. I just remembered that we have a Crystal Palace reservation that I haven't made dd a dress for. Any one have any suggestions for a dress/outfit for that day?

A simple dress (like a Simply Sweet or an A-line) with Pooh fabric would be easy and nice for the occassion.

Hey everyone,

I have been part of the DIS for a couple of years but am relativly new here. Not completly new since I check an older version of this thread a couple of years ago but haven't been here for awhile. My family was picked to be part of the big give program at the end of 2009 and it is now my intention to give some love back.

I can sew. Made my own costume for the Bristol Ren Faire. But I have actually not made anything in awhile, though I just bought some patterns at Hobby Lobby when they were on sale for .99. I do hope to make my DD a couple of dresses for our planned trip to WDW in 2013 but since that is a ways a way I haven't gone past the planning stages. I have also just started designing some jewelry.

Welcome! Looking forward to seeing your creations!

Question: Can anyone recommend a pattern that would work with a printed corduroy? I think she is about a size 7 now.

Hmmm, how about a a solid Stripwork Jumper? Maybe a Perfecetly Preppy Skort?

So I finally got one of the Rosetta bags that I cut out in August sewn today. I have been so busy that today was really the first day that I've had to sew on my own personal projects. I still have 3 more to make but at least I have one finished!

This bag matches the Patricia tunic I made DD over the summer.

I wanted to surprise the girls with the bags as a Chanukah gift. Of course they walked in while I was finishing the bag so I told them it was for me. I made the tunics and cut out the bags because my in-laws had been talking about taking us on a cruise over winter break. There hasn't been any talk of that in a few months so I guess we will use them at the pool next summer. Hopefully the tunics will still fit my girls by then!

I had been very intimidated by this pattern for some reason. I've never made a purse or a bag before. I've never put in magnetic closures or used that quilted fusible. I don't know why I thought it was going to be hard to make this. It really wasn't hard at all. It took a bit longer than I thought it would but I will get faster on the next one.

Beautiful work! I have been debating making another Rosetta for work. I actually have Rosetta #1 at work now as my storage bag in my work "locker" since it didn't quite turn out the way I wanted. Rosetta #2 is my park bag. I would like to make matching set of big and small Rosettas so I can use the big one to carry my files and the small one as my lunch bag. I can then add in matching placemats and napkins! I can have a fancy little picnic at my desk . However, there are so many other projects that I want to do so this is probably a 2012 or later idea!

 

[tricia]

I have seen the Insa done in cord and it looks fabulous. I also would like to someday try a pair of Djorte (?sp) trousers in cord. Tricia has probably done both in corduroy at one time or another so hopefully she'll chime in. I have two corduroys waiting for me (when I get done with the BG, Halloween costumes, Halloween shirts and skirt, baby gifts I need to make, etc).

Why yes, I have done both in cord. For the Insa, it was only the overskirt, the underskirt is in cotton. For the Dortje, the black was from a pair of my cords that didn't fit properly.

IMG_5812 by tricialee22, on Flickr

 

[cogero]

So I finally got one of the Rosetta bags that I cut out in August sewn today. I have been so busy that today was really the first day that I've had to sew on my own personal projects. I still have 3 more to make but at least I have one finished!

This bag matches the Patricia tunic I made DD over the summer.

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Love them all and I will tell you every pattern I do makes me hugely nervous and hyperventilate. Probably why I collect patterns more than use them

 

[teresajoy]

I agree with Teresa. I recommend something that has a 5x7 hoop and the Brother PE 770 is just that at a decent price. When I bought mine Overstock only had refurbished ones so be careful of that -- I do not recommend getting something refurbished. My dh bought mine from Amazon and I know it was less that $650. I absolutely LOVE my machine and am so sorry I didn't get it sooner. I was terrified of it at first, and it turns out to be a breeze to use. I asked a lot of questions here when I first got mine and everyone helped me immensely.



Looks adorable on!


QUESTION??????
I had to buy costume satin for the kids Halloween costumes this year and I'm terrified of it. First, I forgot to look at washing instructions -- am I safe just washing on a hand washing cycle and light tumble dry? I'd love to not wash it, but dd has very sensitive skin and I hate all the crap in dyes and get grossed out not prewashing things.

Second, will serging after sewing hold it together fine or do I need to do french seams? I would prefer to sew and serge, but I'm not interested in the fabric coming undone either.

And I would like to inform you all that my Joann's does NOT have the flag ornament fabric. I was actually looking for something for a BG and that would have worked. Now hoping Wally world has something that Joann's and Hancock's does not.

The Overstock ones didn't say refurbished this time.

Sewing with satin really isn't that hard, you just need to use a few more pins. I sew with a lot of satin and I always just serge the seams.

I like the poly satin they sell at Hobby Lobby better than any other I've found. It's reasonabley priced and doesn't fray as much as many others, it also washes nicely and is a great weight. They sell it online too. I know you already have your fabric, I just wanted to throw that out there!

Hi everyone!

What fun!!! I love your pictures!!! The outfit you made yourself is great!

The girls got to dance with Cinderella and Prince Charming at 1900 Park Fare!

We had a great time and I booked for next year with the bounceback offer. My parents are coming next year so the kids are excited!

I love your pictures!!! You guys are so cute!!!! Speaking of cute, your Prince Charming looks pretty handsome!

I have a Brother 270D (about 5 years old at this point). I got it new from Amazon at around $300 as it was around the time they stopped making them. It only does 4x4 so I do find it limiting from time to time, especially when I do adult sized clothing frequently. Having said that, that machine is a workhorse and I haven't had significant problems with it. The hoop is broken but I taped it together for now. I would like to upgrade, but it will have to wait until our mortgage is paid off.

Mine is too!

Hey everyone,

I have been part of the DIS for a couple of years but am relativly new here. Not completly new since I check an older version of this thread a couple of years ago but haven't been here for awhile. My family was picked to be part of the big give program at the end of 2009 and it is now my intention to give some love back.

I can sew. Made my own costume for the Bristol Ren Faire. But I have actually not made anything in awhile, though I just bought some patterns at Hobby Lobby when they were on sale for .99. I do hope to make my DD a couple of dresses for our planned trip to WDW in 2013 but since that is a ways a way I haven't gone past the planning stages. I have also just started designing some jewelry.

Hi!!! I can't wait to see what you make!

So I finally got one of the Rosetta bags that I cut out in August sewn today. I have been so busy that today was really the first day that I've had to sew on my own personal projects. I still have 3 more to make but at least I have one finished!

I wanted to surprise the girls with the bags as a Chanukah gift. Of course they walked in while I was finishing the bag so I told them it was for me. I made the tunics and cut out the bags because my in-laws had been talking about taking us on a cruise over winter break. There hasn't been any talk of that in a few months so I guess we will use them at the pool next summer. Hopefully the tunics will still fit my girls by then!

I had been very intimidated by this pattern for some reason. I've never made a purse or a bag before. I've never put in magnetic closures or used that quilted fusible. I don't know why I thought it was going to be hard to make this. It really wasn't hard at all. It took a bit longer than I thought it would but I will get faster on the next one.

I love it!!! I need to make one someday!

Why yes, I have done both in cord. For the Insa, it was only the overskirt, the underskirt is in cotton. For the Dortje, the black was from a pair of my cords that didn't fit properly.

IMG_5812 by tricialee22, on Flickr

I love both of these!!!

 

[teresajoy]

I actually sewed something for my own child today!!! Miracle of miracles!!!! Lydia had gotten out of her bath and couldn't find any pajamas. So, what's a Disboutiquer to do? I made her a pair!

It's Cabbage Patch kids fabric that I've had for awhile now.

She wanted to pose with her Duffy Bear.

 

[VBAndrea]

So I finally got one of the Rosetta bags that I cut out in August sewn today. I have been so busy that today was really the first day that I've had to sew on my own personal projects. I still have 3 more to make but at least I have one finished!

This bag matches the Patricia tunic I made DD over the summer.

I wanted to surprise the girls with the bags as a Chanukah gift. Of course they walked in while I was finishing the bag so I told them it was for me. I made the tunics and cut out the bags because my in-laws had been talking about taking us on a cruise over winter break. There hasn't been any talk of that in a few months so I guess we will use them at the pool next summer. Hopefully the tunics will still fit my girls by then!

I had been very intimidated by this pattern for some reason. I've never made a purse or a bag before. I've never put in magnetic closures or used that quilted fusible. I don't know why I thought it was going to be hard to make this. It really wasn't hard at all. It took a bit longer than I thought it would but I will get faster on the next one.

I love the colors in the bag -- the limey green makes it pop! Of course, when you posted all your tunics this past summer I think I mentioned the pink and green was my favorite! Great fabrics!

Why yes, I have done both in cord. For the Insa, it was only the overskirt, the underskirt is in cotton. For the Dortje, the black was from a pair of my cords that didn't fit properly.

IMG_5812 by tricialee22, on Flickr

I didn't recall you combining the cord with a cotton underskirt but I'm so glad to see you did. I have a pretty print cord I bought for dd and will just do a cotton underskirt now rather than worry about getting more cord. I may actually even have some clearance fabrics that I just bought that would work with the cord. That's a Nov project though -- my October is fully booked.

The Overstock ones didn't say refurbished this time.

Sewing with satin really isn't that hard, you just need to use a few more pins. I sew with a lot of satin and I always just serge the seams.

I like the poly satin they sell at Hobby Lobby better than any other I've found. It's reasonabley priced and doesn't fray as much as many others, it also washes nicely and is a great weight. They sell it online too. I know you already have your fabric, I just wanted to throw that out there!

Unfortunately when I was machine shopping Overstock only had two refurbished ones -- and chances are one was the one you sent back! I think my dh only paid about $15 more on Amazon. I can't remember as it was a gift, though I pay the bills and saw it on our Discover.

I always forget about Hobby Lobby. We don't have any here but I forgot they sell some things on line. I got my costume for $1.40 a yard -- it was on sale for $1.99 and then I had a 20% off coupon that included sales. I procrastinating sewing on it though. I'm doing a BG first and then a birthday present. Speaking of which I need to see if Heather has any Littlest Pet Shop designs (I think she has some ZhuZhu but not LPS??). But I do need to start on these costumes. I drive for a full day field trip on Friday and work a couple of days in the next two weeks which cuts into my sewing time.

I actually sewed something for my own child today!!! Miracle of miracles!!!! Lydia had gotten out of her bath and couldn't find any pajamas. So, what's a Disboutiquer to do? I made her a pair!

It's Cabbage Patch kids fabric that I've had for awhile now.

She wanted to pose with her Duffy Bear.

Adorable! She looks so sweet in that photo! And I love the fabric -- I have never seen CPK fabric anywhere.

 

[DMGeurts]

I had a HUGE multiquote done yesterday... and then one of my lovely family members closed the thread last night and I lost it all!

Sooo... I will try to remember everything - please forgive me if I forget.

First, I loved all of the pictures from the trips - I just love looking at trip pictures anyways, and seeing all the customs just makes me .

Disneyjazz (really bad with first names)... I loved your little Carrie Ingalls outfit - it turned out so precous. I am so sorry about all the troubles you are having seeing your dgc, I hope their mom lets you see them soon.

Diane... I love your newest Rosetta - super cute!

Tricia... I love the Insa you made with cords... turned out waaaay cuter than the dolly sized version I just did.

Corrine 1973... Welcome back - I can't wait to see what you make.

Purple ears... I like to hear that your embroidery machine has lasted for so long - I still want the 770... someday.

I actually sewed something for my own child today!!! Miracle of miracles!!!! Lydia had gotten out of her bath and couldn't find any pajamas. So, what's a Disboutiquer to do? I made her a pair!

It's Cabbage Patch kids fabric that I've had for awhile now.

She wanted to pose with her Duffy Bear.

Those turned out really cute!

I am still crazy busy sewing for our trip. I only have 90 days to finish 33 outfits, I feel like I am falling waaay behind.

D~

 

[dianemom2]

Beautiful work! I have been debating making another Rosetta for work. I actually have Rosetta #1 at work now as my storage bag in my work "locker" since it didn't quite turn out the way I wanted. Rosetta #2 is my park bag. I would like to make matching set of big and small Rosettas so I can use the big one to carry my files and the small one as my lunch bag. I can then add in matching placemats and napkins! I can have a fancy little picnic at my desk . However, there are so many other projects that I want to do so this is probably a 2012 or later idea!

I love the idea of the matching large and small Rosetta bags for your files and your lunch. I used to work with a lady who brought her lunch along with a placemat, cloth napkin and real silverware every day. It made her lunch look so much more appetizing!

Love them all and I will tell you every pattern I do makes me hugely nervous and hyperventilate. Probably why I collect patterns more than use them

I have a ton of patterns that I haven't used too. Whenever they are on sale for 99 cents at Joanns, I almost always end up buying a couple of them. I have a drawer full of patterns in my sewing room but I find that I used the same ones over and over again. I like the YCMT patterns because I can print them out over and over. I know the ones I have so well now that I don't even look at the directions anymore.

Andrea- I forgot to get your quote but I love pink and green together!

 

[DMGeurts]

Question...

Has anyone ever made a stripwork skirt from a jelly roll? I ordered some of the pirate fabric in a jelly roll to make the girls and I stripwork skirts for our trip in March. So, I am wondering, do you wash and dry the strips before you make your skirts? I would think they'd fall right apart and there would be nothing left. Or should I make them a bit big and wash the skirt after I make it???

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