Disboutiquers Part 28 Kids Disney Boutique / Customs Clothes psst..we sew ;-)

[nannye]

To anyone who has made TYE DYE Mickey Shirts. Is it Necessary to do the basting stitch? Invisible thread didn't work, can't use mint flavored dental floss, I got other dental floss and it is wax and doesn't work. Grrr.

So I have no time and have to get these shirts done this afternoon. I'm going to try it without the basting stitch.

 

[TinkNH]

To anyone who has made TYE DYE Mickey Shirts. Is it Necessary to do the basting stitch? Invisible thread didn't work, can't use mint flavored dental floss, I got other dental floss and it is wax and doesn't work. Grrr.

So I have no time and have to get these shirts done this afternoon. I'm going to try it without the basting stitch.

I always use good quality waxed floss..Colgate I think. Base the Mickey head...pull super tight and tie off...then wrap extra thread around the stitch line where it gathered...tightly and tying occasionally. Mi have had good success that way...hope that helps..I don't know how you would do it without the stitching...

 

[RMAMom]

I'm sorry I've not been on here at all lately. My mother-in-law had a massive stroke 2 weeks ago and we have been at the hospital every day since visiting with her. Sadly, she is not going to make it, so we are trying to get in every minute we can with her.


So, I missed reminding everyone to ship for Gabby's Big Give the other day. So, if you haven't shipped yet, please do so now.

I am so very sorry to hear this. How are the kids taking it? I have been very hopeful for your family because it seems that Barbara is doing so well and now this. You are in my prayers.

 

[tigger_mommy]

I some how resisted going and buying the $15 Kenmore at the thrift store, against everyone's better judgement. That being said, I do have a "new" sewing machine! How, you might ask. My husband got his mother's old machine when they were clearing out all of the stuff from his dad's house when he moved. Kenmore 1357! Looks to be either a 70 or 71 model. In the process of finding some presser feet for it then I will break it out and see what that bad boy can do! Hoping to make it my applique machine.


This solves the problem of no room, I can still store one in the back closet when I need to and use the sewing table for the one I am using. There is not room for two tables in my house. With 4 kids, all their crap takes over.

 

[SallyfromDE]

To anyone who has made TYE DYE Mickey Shirts. Is it Necessary to do the basting stitch? Invisible thread didn't work, can't use mint flavored dental floss, I got other dental floss and it is wax and doesn't work. Grrr.

So I have no time and have to get these shirts done this afternoon. I'm going to try it without the basting stitch.

I'd been following this thread, maybe something there will help.

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2028914

 

[VBAndrea]

I'm sorry I've not been on here at all lately. My mother-in-law had a massive stroke 2 weeks ago and we have been at the hospital every day since visiting with her. Sadly, she is not going to make it, so we are trying to get in every minute we can with her.


So, I missed reminding everyone to ship for Gabby's Big Give the other day. So, if you haven't shipped yet, please do so now.

I am so sorry to hear this. Definitely spend your time with your MIL. I'm sure she senses your presence.

 

[VBAndrea]

I am very sorry to hear this! My thoughts are with your family!



Ok, so someone please help! I don't know why these things always confuse me. LOL

I have the machine with the 4 X 4 hoop. I just got my new 5 X 7 machine (woohoo)!! Now here is my question.

I am doing some bibs. I need to use a 4 X 4 pattern on it, because a 5 x 7 pattern would be too big.

Can I just send the machine the 4 x 4 pattern and use that with the 5 X 7 hoop? How do I do that? I'm sure I'm overthinking this, but I'm confused.

Just load the 4x4 design and use the 5x7 hoop. The design will stitch out 4x4 and just will not fill the entire hoop.

 

[nannye]

I always use good quality waxed floss..Colgate I think. Base the Mickey head...pull super tight and tie off...then wrap extra thread around the stitch line where it gathered...tightly and tying occasionally. Mi have had good success that way...hope that helps..I don't know how you would do it without the stitching...

Maybe I am doing something wrong. I could not get the dental floss on the bobbin to catch/thread properly. I am currently sewing it by hand. Maybe the dental floss is the problem and I should try a diff brand. I think I am missing something tho. After you sew the basting stitch you pull the ends. Is that to get it to pucker and the Mickey heSd kinda just squishes together?

 

[McDuck]

Not so exciting, but this is the sewing I got done today:

I retrofitted nine Gerber training pants with 2 layers of flannel and an outer layer of PUL. I have 3 more pairs to do, but they are pairs that have been given a whirl already, so I have to fish them out of the clean laundry.

 

[ItsyBitsy]

Not so exciting, but this is the sewing I got done today:

I retrofitted nine Gerber training pants with 2 layers of flannel and an outer layer of PUL. I have 3 more pairs to do, but they are pairs that have been given a whirl already, so I have to fish them out of the clean laundry.

It always amazes me when I see these things you ladies make in one night. It takes me at least a week to finish anything.

 

[tricia]

Maybe I am doing something wrong. I could not get the dental floss on the bobbin to catch/thread properly. I am currently sewing it by hand. Maybe the dental floss is the problem and I should try a diff brand. I think I am missing something tho. After you sew the basting stitch you pull the ends. Is that to get it to pucker and the Mickey heSd kinda just squishes together?

It's supposed to be done by hand. The link posted above has great pictures to help you along.

 

[Celidh]

To anyone who has made TYE DYE Mickey Shirts. Is it Necessary to do the basting stitch? Invisible thread didn't work, can't use mint flavored dental floss, I got other dental floss and it is wax and doesn't work. Grrr.

So I have no time and have to get these shirts done this afternoon. I'm going to try it without the basting stitch.

I used Mint flavoured floss, they seemed to turn out ok. I didn't think it would make a difference whether it was flavoured or not. Does Mickey not like mint??

 

[smile5sunshine]

yeah dover is sorta out there, but its supposed to be hot tomorrow so you could make a beach day out of it after......
I have been watching CL for a vintage sewing machine (I blame D~!!!) but every single time i have sent an email inquiring about one I never ever get replies..so irritating I just gave DH the wish list...I want a vintage singer, a serger and an embroidery machine.

And to get my moms old one running better, I have cleaned it and cleaned it but it is still not cooperating with me...I mentioned before that I have memories of my mother swearing at it when i was a kid...so I wonder if it is just an uncooperative machine. All I want it to do is a nice satin stitch so I can try the applique thing on some t-shirts Maybe I will fiddle with it again tomorrow...

I am all out of ideas then . I hope someone on here can make some other more helpful suggestions on how to get your mom's machine working.

I'm sorry I've not been on here at all lately. My mother-in-law had a massive stroke 2 weeks ago and we have been at the hospital every day since visiting with her. Sadly, she is not going to make it, so we are trying to get in every minute we can with her.

I am so sad to hear this. praying for your family during this difficult time. HUGS!

I some how resisted going and buying the $15 Kenmore at the thrift store, against everyone's better judgement. That being said, I do have a "new" sewing machine! How, you might ask. My husband got his mother's old machine when they were clearing out all of the stuff from his dad's house when he moved. Kenmore 1357! Looks to be either a 70 or 71 model. In the process of finding some presser feet for it then I will break it out and see what that bad boy can do! Hoping to make it my applique machine.


This solves the problem of no room, I can still store one in the back closet when I need to and use the sewing table for the one I am using. There is not room for two tables in my house. With 4 kids, all their crap takes over.

well, i STILL think you should go back and get that other machine too, BUT HURRAY for the free one too! Hope it works nicely and you enjoy using it.

Maybe I am doing something wrong. I could not get the dental floss on the bobbin to catch/thread properly. I am currently sewing it by hand. Maybe the dental floss is the problem and I should try a diff brand. I think I am missing something tho. After you sew the basting stitch you pull the ends. Is that to get it to pucker and the Mickey heSd kinda just squishes together?

No, the basting stitch for these IS done by hand. And yes, once you get the running stitch/basting done you just pull both ends and the head should pucker. For mine, a couple of them I had to stick my finger under the shirt to get the head to pucker the right way (out towards you as opposed to inside the shirt)

Not so exciting, but this is the sewing I got done today:

I retrofitted nine Gerber training pants with 2 layers of flannel and an outer layer of PUL. I have 3 more pairs to do, but they are pairs that have been given a whirl already, so I have to fish them out of the clean laundry.

Hey those look great! I did something similar when my DD was potty training. I only added an extra snap-in soaker pad because we already had waterproof covers from our cloth diapering days that I could still use over them so that her clothes didn't get all wet while we were out places. Hope you like them better now that you've modified them.

Sunshine

 

[pyrxtc]

I'm sorry I've not been on here at all lately. My mother-in-law had a massive stroke 2 weeks ago and we have been at the hospital every day since visiting with her. Sadly, she is not going to make it, so we are trying to get in every minute we can with her.

I'm so sorry. Those moments are important. take lots of time with her.

DH and I will be in Nashua for the weekend.. 71 miles from Dover, just looked it up! Don't think I can convince him on a detour lol.

Nashua is further than me ! They had some cute stuff but the price were "Estate Sale prices" for the most part No fabric or patterns. Mostly doll stuff and cross-stitching and crocheting/knitting needles, can't tell the difference.

It was all binding and hem tape in those shoe boxes. The zippers were not great clothing zippers and really odd colors 3 for $5 and the tape was 4 $5. I got the best thing I could use that was there and got 2 pair of Pinking shears (weiss, and singer) and a pair of sewing shears by singers. Blades look like 2 knives. Nothing else there worth it. The sewing machine looked great and all there but I have no room for a sewing table in my house. It had all the original pieces with it. $75 for all.

yeah dover is sorta out there, but its supposed to be hot tomorrow so you could make a beach day out of it after......
I have been watching CL for a vintage sewing machine (I blame D~!!!) but every single time i have sent an email inquiring about one I never ever get replies..so irritating I just gave DH the wish list...I want a vintage singer, a serger and an embroidery machine.

I PM'ed you about the Singer, maybe by tomorrow afternoon they will discount it. We didn't make it a beach day, DD11 complained about sand rash from the ocean sow e went to Fox Run Cinema's and saw Madagascar 3 and then had Cold Stone after some shopping. I went into Saver's and my boys got a couple things and I found the best little thing there. I picked up a Felicity (American Girl) wooden doll, the original from the Pleasant Company, for $1.99. I just saw her on E-bay for $71. It's just the doll, no invite but it looks brand new. I also have the felicity doll from that time too so this is perfect !

Maybe I am doing something wrong. I could not get the dental floss on the bobbin to catch/thread properly. I am currently sewing it by hand. Maybe the dental floss is the problem and I should try a diff brand. I think I am missing something tho. After you sew the basting stitch you pull the ends. Is that to get it to pucker and the Mickey heSd kinda just squishes together?

I did it by hand. it went really fast, way faster than winding a bobbin with floss. It doesn't have to be small stitches either just enough to be able to pull it into a Mickey shape. Good Luck !!

 

[nannye]

Haha oh dear........ Finishing the basting, for so e reason I thought you needed the bobbin stitch to help pull it.

I bought the tulip brand dye for. Michaels but it didn't come with soda ash so I need to go get that first thing tomorrow dye it and Saran wrap it for 4 hours rinse wash and try to dry as much as possible by 330 lol

 

[DisNorth]

I'm praying for your family Teresa, I know this must be a hard time for you but I hope your MIL finds peace.


Well, I finally finished the quilt for my friend. The satin binding drove me nuts, it's so slipery but it's so cute and I think the 'feel' is nice for a baby. My friend and I were room-mates in collage and very close so I'm so excited to be an aunty again. Pretty much any day now and it's gender is a suprise! She decided to do the nursery in Finding Nemo becaue it's great for either a boy or girl and her DH vetoed winnie the pooh (crazy guy).

 

[Sandi S]

I'm praying for your family Teresa, I know this must be a hard time for you but I hope your MIL finds peace.


Well, I finally finished the quilt for my friend. The satin binding drove me nuts, it's so slipery but it's so cute and I think the 'feel' is nice for a baby. My friend and I were room-mates in collage and very close so I'm so excited to be an aunty again. Pretty much any day now and it's gender is a suprise! She decided to do the nursery in Finding Nemo becaue it's great for either a boy or girl and her DH vetoed winnie the pooh (crazy guy).

That is a really sweet little quilt.

Here is something for taking the kids to the zoo and of course, Animal Kingdom - the giraffe dress:

and yes, that is a giraffe back there! At least this was cool b/c it was over 100 here in NC today - ick!

 

[smile5sunshine]

Haha oh dear........ Finishing the basting, for so e reason I thought you needed the bobbin stitch to help pull it.

I bought the tulip brand dye for. Michaels but it didn't come with soda ash so I need to go get that first thing tomorrow dye it and Saran wrap it for 4 hours rinse wash and try to dry as much as possible by 330 lol

If you have the tulip brand you don't NEED the extra soda ash....it's already mixed in with the kit. AND if I were you I would let the shirts sit MUCH longer than just 4hrs. Let them sit overnight if you can. The tulip kits need more time to come out looking vibrant. GL!

Nashua is further than me ! They had some cute stuff but the price were "Estate Sale prices" for the most part No fabric or patterns. Mostly doll stuff and cross-stitching and crocheting/knitting needles, can't tell the difference.

It was all binding and hem tape in those shoe boxes. The zippers were not great clothing zippers and really odd colors 3 for $5 and the tape was 4 $5. I got the best thing I could use that was there and got 2 pair of Pinking shears (weiss, and singer) and a pair of sewing shears by singers. Blades look like 2 knives. Nothing else there worth it. The sewing machine looked great and all there but I have no room for a sewing table in my house. It had all the original pieces with it. $75 for all.



I PM'ed you about the Singer, maybe by tomorrow afternoon they will discount it. We didn't make it a beach day, DD11 complained about sand rash from the ocean sow e went to Fox Run Cinema's and saw Madagascar 3 and then had Cold Stone after some shopping. I went into Saver's and my boys got a couple things and I found the best little thing there. I picked up a Felicity (American Girl) wooden doll, the original from the Pleasant Company, for $1.99. I just saw her on E-bay for $71. It's just the doll, no invite but it looks brand new. I also have the felicity doll from that time too so this is perfect !



I did it by hand. it went really fast, way faster than winding a bobbin with floss. It doesn't have to be small stitches either just enough to be able to pull it into a Mickey shape. Good Luck !!

Oh good! I'm glad that you were able to go after all. Sorry that they did not have much that you wanted to buy. That's always the gamble you take with those kinds of sales. BUT sounds like you made a fun day out of the trip anyway.

Well, I finally finished the quilt for my friend. The satin binding drove me nuts, it's so slipery but it's so cute and I think the 'feel' is nice for a baby. My friend and I were room-mates in collage and very close so I'm so excited to be an aunty again. Pretty much any day now and it's gender is a suprise! She decided to do the nursery in Finding Nemo becaue it's great for either a boy or girl and her DH vetoed winnie the pooh (crazy guy).

Oh that's beautiful! Thanks so much for sharing with us. Glad you were able to finish it up, even if the satin was being a booger.

That is a really sweet little quilt.

Here is something for taking the kids to the zoo and of course, Animal Kingdom - the giraffe dress:

and yes, that is a giraffe back there! At least this was cool b/c it was over 100 here in NC today - ick!

The skirt portion of that dress is a great fabric! So colorful! Sorry you picked a really hot day to go to the zoo, but at least now you know the dress will be suitable for August in Disney World!

Sunshine

 

[nannye]

If you have the tulip brand you don't NEED the extra soda ash....it's already mixed in with the kit. AND if I were you I would let the shirts sit MUCH longer than just 4hrs. Let them sit overnight if you can. The tulip kits need more time to come out looking vibrant. GL!

Sunshine

Hmmmmmm well I can't let it sit overnight because they need to be packed by 3:30 tomorrow for 4 pm departure (I know I left it so late.)
Ok so I am going to just go ahead and do the dye now so that it sits longer
Thanks for the clarification!
The shirts are basted and tied. eeeek so nervous I hope they come out okay.

 

[nannye]

I am planning to print the canadian mickey head and do an iron on transfer. The image is Red and White. The shirt I am using is grey, the general lightish to med grey. Do I need regular iron on transfers or do I need ones for dark shirts?

Gonna be a LONG night! An all nighter I think!

TIA
ERin