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

[GlassSlippers]

Everybody's been making so many cute things! TMTQ, but my absolute favorite is Baby Mary Poppins! That has to be the sweetest thing ever!

I also thought I'd pop in (ha ha!) and give y'all an update on my Grandma's Elna, which, as you may recall, I have named Molly. I had her cleaned and tuned up earlier in the summer. I've been trying her out today and she runs so smoothly! The stitching is beautiful! If it wasn't for the automatic button hole feature on Hermione (the Brother CE 4000) the poor thing would be relegated to the closet! I may be using her for overcasting as well. We'll have to see how things "stitch out". Wasn't that clever? <snerk>

I'm making some drawstring beach bags right now. I tried out Minerva (the PE 770) to put names on the front panels of those. Then I have some beach towels that I'd like to applique. They will go inside the bags. Any pointers on towel embroidery? I've read that you should use either tear away or wash away stabilizer on the top. Any opinions on which is better?

I'm going to need to figure out how to post photos so y'all can see my first fumbling embroidery efforts.

Type atcha later!

Lori in East Podunk

 

[pequele]

Let's see if this works. This is the first pattern that I made up. I have the hidden Mickeys cut out and ready to hand applique tomorrow, but I wanted to try to post. I do wish I would have done 12 instead of 10 panels, but good learning experience.

Then, it turned into this:

I had extra material and wanted to try it out before I made a red mickey dots with fireworks skirt.

I will try to post more if this works.

Awesome first pattern! You did a great job.

You not only taught me to sew, but how to use a computer and post pictures. My DH is shocked!!


My MIL helped me with this skorts for my DD as my very first project. I have a top to go with it but it is lost in all my new sewing goodies. I am sad that I will most likely have to return my mom's machine next Weds.

You are doing so great and getting so ("sew" ) much done, guess you will have to go out and buy a machine for yourself now

pumpkinpatchquilter - thanks for encouraging me to buy the featherweight! It's such a fun machine to sew with!

My first project....

It's not covering the featherweight, but works for one of my other machines.
Now off to find another project

Way to go, love it! I want to make my new (and only) machine the Brother 2800d a cover, but with it being bigger than most regular machines I don't know if I can find a pattern to use for it. Did you use a pattern or make one up?

I'm making some drawstring beach bags right now. I tried out Minerva (the PE 770) to put names on the front panels of those. Then I have some beach towels that I'd like to applique. They will go inside the bags. Any pointers on towel embroidery? I've read that you should use either tear away or wash away stabilizer on the top. Any opinions on which is better?

I'd love to know the towel answer, too!!!

 

[nowellsl]

Way to go, love it! I want to make my new (and only) machine the Brother 2800d a cover, but with it being bigger than most regular machines I don't know if I can find a pattern to use for it. Did you use a pattern or make one up?

It's Simplicity 3776. The cover is 18" wide X 15" high X 7" deep. I didn't make it exactly like the pattern, mine is a lot more simple. There are a couple of other things on the pattern I want to try as well!

 

[TinkerbelleMom]

I'm making some drawstring beach bags right now. I tried out Minerva (the PE 770) to put names on the front panels of those. Then I have some beach towels that I'd like to applique. They will go inside the bags. Any pointers on towel embroidery? I've read that you should use either tear away or wash away stabilizer on the top. Any opinions on which is better?

I'm going to need to figure out how to post photos so y'all can see my first fumbling embroidery efforts.

Type atcha later!

Lori in East Podunk

I used wash & tear on the back, you tore off the big pieces, and the little bits left behind came out in the wash. On the top I used two layers of solvy wash away so my design wouldn't sink into the pile. I think one layer would be ok if the design wasn't too fine, but I put HeatherSue's Mickey Motif on the ones I did, and I didn't want to lose the swirly part.

 

[LovesTheMagic]

Wow you've been busy! I love the mother/dd set!

Those are fabulous! Did you say you found the pattern on line? PLEASE share!



I googled "free sarong shorts" and it came up under fabric . com (no spaces). It is called "sporty sarong shorts". I added a zipper at the side because the sizing was right for the waist, but couldn't get over the hips well. I made the belt wider and added an extra piece to cover the top of the zipper as well.

My skirt that matches my DD was based off this pattern as well. I made the shorts shorter and instead of the front 2 sarong pieces I made 2 of the back - thought there were little adjustments that I had to make - but it was a great learning experience. I also added a zipper and a wider belt and didn't bother with covering the zipper as you can see in the picture. I looked at the Gwen Pinney (sp?) May Day skirt to see how she put in the thin strip of color (still learning terminology).

Hope that is clearer than mud!!

One more baseball shirt done today. Working on a Jessie skirt tonight and hoping to get that done tomorrow while I sit around while we get a new roof. I love Michigan weather!

QUESTION: I remember reading somewhere that DISboarders often carry the lime green Mickey head to let others know they are members. Is there anything that this group does to let each other know in the parks - other than the obvious of being the BEST dressed families in the parks!!

 

[weluvdizne]

Last night I did the Jake, tonite the Scully. I think it looks a little plain but my kiddo won't mind. Maybe I will add his name or a treasure chest later. I just want him to be able to wear it tomorrow!

Great job! I bet he was happy!

Your posts always make me smile!

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I love this dress! Gorgeous!

I finished up 2 dresses for our trip today...

cinderella twirly dress:

Pretty!

I'm getting better, I just need to slow down so the insides look as pretty as the outsides. This is going to be my first washing test too. I hope it makes it !

Pretty fabric combos!

I Poppins-ed up a felt hat and made the bag and skirt. My DH crocheted the scarf.

This month:

Thanks for looking and for all the inspiration!

Cute Poppins outfit. Your dd is adorable! What a fun dress up outfit!

Ann, your dresses are gorgeous!

This turned out great!

I am almost convinced to order the magazine. You've posted some great things from there!

If you digitize something yourself and wish to share it with your friends, that is totally up to you. BUT, if you buy a design from someone who digitizes to make money and share that with your friends, it is stealing. It doesn't matter if that digitizer stole the idea, or even the drawing from Disney, you are still stealing.

We tend to be very protective of small home businesses on this thread because most of the ladies that have kept this thread going and give free advice to newbies make their living either digitizing or sewing for others. Stealing their ideas, or their files is frowned upon.

Perfectly said!

Then, I saw the Fab 5 skirts and LOVED them!!! I modified the above pattern for myself and changed the front to a skirt front. I modified the May Day skirt pattern for my DD and this is what I came up with:

This is the current project- my DH requested a baseball Mikey head. I didn't want to figure out how to accurately sew the ball's stitching so I just used the patterned fabric and sewed a little more detail on the balls. I am doing 4 baseball shirts. I have one completed and 2 other ones all cut out and ready to iron on and sew.

and a close up:

!

I love that you made things for yourself! Cute that you match your dd. I should do that before my dd doesn't think it's cool anymore.

I am not sure where this pic went either. My first sewing project .....

Great job!

 

[kstgelais4]

WHEN? and WHERE? How did you find this out?


Edited: I just went online. It will be down the street from Joanne's and opens on 9/28/12 How did I not see them working over there.

Forget Roger Williams! I forsee a dismeet at Hobby Lobby in our future!!!

 

[WyomingMomof6]

I have to show off my beautiful new granddaughter, Madison Nicole! She was born early this morning at 3:41 a.m. My poor daughter pushed for three hours before they decided they had to do a c-section. But baby is here and healthy and that's all that counts!

 

[TinkerbelleMom]

I have to show off my beautiful new granddaughter, Madison Nicole! She was born early this morning at 3:41 a.m. My poor daughter pushed for three hours before they decided they had to do a c-section. But baby is here and healthy and that's all that counts!

Pretty baby!!! Congrats to you and your DD!

 

[dianemom2]

pumpkinpatchquilter - thanks for encouraging me to buy the featherweight! It's such a fun machine to sew with!

My first project....

That's really pretty. I love the colors.

Everything is fabulous! I laughed when you said you lengthened the jumper pattern b/c at first I couldn't even figure out if it was a top or a dress -- it still looks short! I guess I would have to see it on. It's a really cute pattern. Maybe one of these days I'll try the Imke.

Yes, it was definitely a short jumper pattern. In the magazine they showed it with leggings under it. I didn't sew the leggings because you can buy them in so many colors for so little money. The Imke was very easy and I would definitely recommend it.

I'm making some drawstring beach bags right now. I tried out Minerva (the PE 770) to put names on the front panels of those. Then I have some beach towels that I'd like to applique. They will go inside the bags. Any pointers on towel embroidery? I've read that you should use either tear away or wash away stabilizer on the top. Any opinions on which is better?

Yes definitely learn how to do the pictures so you can share with us!!!! If you are going to do the towels, use heavy weight cut away stabilizer on the back. Float your towel on the stabilizer and pin it in place. Don't try to hoop the towel. Then over the top you want to use a water soluble stabilizer. Don't go with a tear away on the back, it won't hold your design so that it stays looking nice after a few washes.

I am almost convinced to order the magazine. You've posted some great things from there!

I really like it and I think that the styles are quite up to date versus the traditional pattern companies where some of the styles look like things from when I was a kid. LOL! You have to not mind tracing the patterns though.

I have to show off my beautiful new granddaughter, Madison Nicole! She was born early this morning at 3:41 a.m. My poor daughter pushed for three hours before they decided they had to do a c-section. But baby is here and healthy and that's all that counts!

What a beauty! Congratulations to your family. She looks like a big baby with those beautiful round apple cheeks. How large was she? I hope your daughter has a speedy recovery from the c-section.

 

[Fruto76]

I have to show off my beautiful new granddaughter, Madison Nicole! She was born early this morning at 3:41 a.m. My poor daughter pushed for three hours before they decided they had to do a c-section. But baby is here and healthy and that's all that counts!

Your poor daughter...3 hours of pushing ! I sure do hope she has an easy recovery... Madison Nicole is beautiful and I love her name! Congrats!!!

 

[VBAndrea]

Wow you've been busy! I love the mother/dd set!

Those are fabulous! Did you say you found the pattern on line? PLEASE share!



I googled "free sarong shorts" and it came up under fabric . com (no spaces). It is called "sporty sarong shorts". I added a zipper at the side because the sizing was right for the waist, but couldn't get over the hips well. I made the belt wider and added an extra piece to cover the top of the zipper as well.

My skirt that matches my DD was based off this pattern as well. I made the shorts shorter and instead of the front 2 sarong pieces I made 2 of the back - thought there were little adjustments that I had to make - but it was a great learning experience. I also added a zipper and a wider belt and didn't bother with covering the zipper as you can see in the picture. I looked at the Gwen Pinney (sp?) May Day skirt to see how she put in the thin strip of color (still learning terminology).

Hope that is clearer than mud!!

One more baseball shirt done today. Working on a Jessie skirt tonight and hoping to get that done tomorrow while I sit around while we get a new roof. I love Michigan weather!

QUESTION: I remember reading somewhere that DISboarders often carry the lime green Mickey head to let others know they are members. Is there anything that this group does to let each other know in the parks - other than the obvious of being the BEST dressed families in the parks!!

Thank you! I would probably need to add a zipper too -- my hips are huge compared to my waist -- I have a very hour glass figure (only picture a slightly flabby hour glass ). I just really like the sarong style.

I have to show off my beautiful new granddaughter, Madison Nicole! She was born early this morning at 3:41 a.m. My poor daughter pushed for three hours before they decided they had to do a c-section. But baby is here and healthy and that's all that counts!

Congrats! She is gorgeous

Your poor daughter...3 hours of pushing ! I sure do hope she has an easy recovery... Madison Nicole is beautiful and I love her name! Congrats!!!

I pushed for 4.5 hours with my first. My second popped out after three pushes.

 

[pyrxtc]

I have to show off my beautiful new granddaughter, Madison Nicole! She was born early this morning at 3:41 a.m. My poor daughter pushed for three hours before they decided they had to do a c-section. But baby is here and healthy and that's all that counts!

So sweet !! Congrat's on being a grandma !

 

[WyomingMomof6]

What a beauty! Congratulations to your family. She looks like a big baby with those beautiful round apple cheeks. How large was she? I hope your daughter has a speedy recovery from the c-section.

Thank you! I would probably need to add a zipper too -- my hips are huge compared to my waist -- I have a very hour glass figure (only picture a slightly flabby hour glass ). I just really like the sarong style.

Congrats! She is gorgeous

I pushed for 4.5 hours with my first. My second popped out after three pushes.

So sweet !! Congrat's on being a grandma !

Thanks everyone! I think she is definitely a keeper.

She was 7 lbs 12 ounces and 21 inches long. The doctor told Brittany there was no way she would have been able to deliver naturally because her pelvis is too narrow. So c-section for sure with any future pregnancies.

 

[aboveH20]

Cheryl... Dorrrine is stunningly gorgeous!!! And that dress from Michelle is TDF! Oh, I keep meaning to tell you... I officially have another doll named after me! She spells it with one "r" though...

D~

If I had a nickel for every time Andrea said she wanted to buy an AG doll and name it DoRRine I'd have enough money to buy her house in Rhode Island.

I've always wanted to live on an island.

 

[DMGeurts]

FYI - for those of you that like to follow along in my PTRs/TRs...

I've started a new PTR - and you all are welcome to join in.

~~~~~ Sew what... We've gotta find a way back! ~~~~~

Everybody's been making so many cute things! TMTQ, but my absolute favorite is Baby Mary Poppins! That has to be the sweetest thing ever!

I also thought I'd pop in (ha ha!) and give y'all an update on my Grandma's Elna, which, as you may recall, I have named Molly. I had her cleaned and tuned up earlier in the summer. I've been trying her out today and she runs so smoothly! The stitching is beautiful! If it wasn't for the automatic button hole feature on Hermione (the Brother CE 4000) the poor thing would be relegated to the closet! I may be using her for overcasting as well. We'll have to see how things "stitch out". Wasn't that clever? <snerk>

I'm making some drawstring beach bags right now. I tried out Minerva (the PE 770) to put names on the front panels of those. Then I have some beach towels that I'd like to applique. They will go inside the bags. Any pointers on towel embroidery? I've read that you should use either tear away or wash away stabilizer on the top. Any opinions on which is better?

I'm going to need to figure out how to post photos so y'all can see my first fumbling embroidery efforts.

Type atcha later!

Lori in East Podunk

This is awesome Lori!!! Now... do they make button holers for your Molly??? Because let me tell you - the button holer I have for Patience does some AMAZING button holes! Definately worth the investment!

D~

 

[ColonelHathi]

FYI - for those of you that like to follow along in my PTRs/TRs...

I've started a new PTR - and you all are welcome to join in.

D~

Oh yay! I don't know if it's because you were one of the dis that inspired me to dust off the old machine my mom bought me and start sewing for DD and DS, or if it's is because you stayed at POFQ (we're staying at POR next Fall), or the fact that you live in MN (and relatively nearby I think), but I love following your TRs. I will have to subscribe, yeah, ya'bethca. Love your bags BTW, a hipster is probably my next project, but without the fancy appliques.

 

[sewmess]

FYI - for those of you that like to follow along in my PTRs/TRs...

I've started a new PTR - and you all are welcome to join in.

~~~~~ Sew what... We've gotta find a way back! ~~~~~


D~

I literally just finished reading your last TR (and drooling over your Evil Queen bag) I'm going to attempt a crossbody bag and your bags are giving me inspiration. I'll head over to the new PTR and subscribe.

great job on all of it ! I have not done any appliques yet but I'm sure I will soon enough. Looks easy enough !



So i'm trying to find the main difference between a serged seam and an over cast one so I'm looking at pictures. They look almost the exact same except for the amount of thread. Why the preference for sergers ? Will they both hold the same ?

I don't know if anyone ever answered you, but from what I understand, the great thing about sergers, is that most of them trim the excess fabric from the finished seams as they go. I think. Feel free to correct me if I misunderstand the serger love.

I finished my first completed applique project yesterday. I did take some pictures, and if I can ever get into my phone, I'll post.

I'm actually pretty impressed with myself

 

[BabyRapunzel]

Finally got photobucket to work I think, just can't upload on my phone. I have done 3 appliques, this is the first 5x7 size I've finished.

 

[miprender]

Forget Roger Williams! I forsee a dismeet at Hobby Lobby in our future!!!

I know how sweet is that....

If I had a nickel for every time Andrea said she wanted to buy an AG doll and name it DoRRine I'd have enough money to buy her house in Rhode Island.

I've always wanted to live on an island.

Awe... the truth is you really want to move closer to me and my new Hobby Lobby