Disboutiquers Part 7 Kids Disney Boutique / Customs Clothes psst..we sew

[LisaZoe]

I just posted the new MAW Big Give family information. I don't yet have a shipping address but will get that posted as soon as I do. Here's a link to the thread: http://disboutiquers.proboards106.c...&board=pertinentinformation&thread=311&page=1

 

[ncmomof2]

I love this! Where did you find the big red with white dots fabric? I have only found smaller dots!

 

[GoofyG]

Has anyone made any nap mats? My DD4 has to have a nap mat for Pre-K. Good luck with that, I hope it's just to rest. She hasn't napped for 2 yrs, and is use to going to school all day. Anyways, back on the subject. I was wondering about getting a qui;t type material and just making a simple roll up one. Didn't know if anyone had made anything like it, or if they did something else.

 

[kcromley]

Might I ask for advice from anyone who sews? I bought the American Girl "Kit" outfit for my little girl, who loves it and will wear it for Halloween as well (it is a lavendar sweater set and cotton print skirt, skirt closes with a hook and eye). The smallest size skirt, size 6, is a couple of inches too big in the waist. I'd like to find a way to make it smaller so she can actually wear it now, but nothing permanent so I can expand the skirt for later wear, as it was rather costly. Alas, I failed home ec many years ago, and don't have a clue as to what to even consider, or ask a seamstress to do. any advice?

 

[kjbrown]

Has anyone made any nap mats? My DD4 has to have a nap mat for Pre-K. Good luck with that, I hope it's just to rest. She hasn't napped for 2 yrs, and is use to going to school all day. Anyways, back on the subject. I was wondering about getting a qui;t type material and just making a simple roll up one. Didn't know if anyone had made anything like it, or if they did something else.

Will she be sleeping directly on this, on the floor? Or on a cot? Or is this just a blanket you need to bring and they will sleep on mats? My DD's preschool provides mats, and we have to bring sheets and blankets.

The reason I ask, is if she will be sleeping directly on the floor, I would think you would want to provide a little more cushion than just a quilt. Maybe get the thinnest foam they sell at Joann's and cover it with fun fabric (Disney!)

 

[jessica52877]

I wanted to shout out a big thank you to Lisa and Shannon for coordinating the big gives and everyone else who has been involved and donated! I love doing this and without those two heading it up it wouldn't be possible!

Thanks guys!

 

[GoofyG]

Will she be sleeping directly on this, on the floor? Or on a cot? Or is this just a blanket you need to bring and they will sleep on mats? My DD's preschool provides mats, and we have to bring sheets and blankets.

The reason I ask, is if she will be sleeping directly on the floor, I would think you would want to provide a little more cushion than just a quilt. Maybe get the thinnest foam they sell at Joann's and cover it with fun fabric (Disney!)

As usual the school wasn't very clear. It's a private school and she will be going from 8:30-3. She will probably be laying on the floor. I want to be able to wash it. I'm all for disney fabric, I guess I need to look at the foam. I'm not for sure what to do for her to lay on.

 

[jham]

Might I ask for advice from anyone who sews? I bought the American Girl "Kit" outfit for my little girl, who loves it and will wear it for Halloween as well (it is a lavendar sweater set and cotton print skirt, skirt closes with a hook and eye). The smallest size skirt, size 6, is a couple of inches too big in the waist. I'd like to find a way to make it smaller so she can actually wear it now, but nothing permanent so I can expand the skirt for later wear, as it was rather costly. Alas, I failed home ec many years ago, and don't have a clue as to what to even consider, or ask a seamstress to do. any advice?

I'm no expert on this, but I have to comment anyway because DD LOVES her Kit doll and I wanted to buy her the kit outfit but I was afraid the largest size they had would be too small for her. However, if it were me, and I'm sure someone will have a better idea, I would get a couple of pieces of elastic (about 2-3" long) and stitch them down on each side inside the waistband (on opposite sides of the waistband). I would tack down one end of the elastic, stretch it out as far as you can and stitch down the opposite end of the elastic. Then when you let go, it will pinch in the sides. It may leave a little gap in the side between the elastic and the waistband, it depends on how loose the skirt is on her now. I don't know if this makes any sense, but I have done this to make a "too big" hat fit.

 

[kpgriffin]

I love this! Where did you find the big red with white dots fabric? I have only found smaller dots!

thanks.
I got the fabric at Hancocks about 3 months ago. I could kick myself for not getting all they had because they have not had it in stock since then.

 

[The Moonk's Mom]

I'll have to catch up later but wanted to update everyone on Timmy...we went today for more check on his arm. He has a growth plate fracture. The doctor put him in a splint until Monday of next week, then a cast. We are going to the beach this weekend, so he did that so he can take it off when we swim. So, Timmy is acting all sad that he can't move his arm!

 

[Stephres]

Has anyone made any nap mats? My DD4 has to have a nap mat for Pre-K. Good luck with that, I hope it's just to rest. She hasn't napped for 2 yrs, and is use to going to school all day. Anyways, back on the subject. I was wondering about getting a qui;t type material and just making a simple roll up one. Didn't know if anyone had made anything like it, or if they did something else.

There is a link to a really cute one in Teresa's bookmarks.

http://www.craftster.org/forum/index.php?topic=221179.0

It rolls up and everything. I didn't need something quite as fancy so I took a yard of flannel and stuck some batting in between and sewed it up with blanket binding. It was easy and lasted the rest of the school year (she had torn up her rest mat with three months left of school).

 

[jham]

Scrappy looks so cute naping on the nap mat! Here is what I made today. No model because it is 12 mo. size. I need to get better photos. Obviously I'm going through a Farmer's Market/apron phase

 

[kjbrown]

Thanks to all of you, I finished this dress that I started last January!

It was for our February to trip to DW. Oops. Anyway...

Just a Simplicity pattern with Mickey fabric. And DD needed to find her sunglasses in order to take this pic.

Finished another dress in the same pattern with purple/pink florals. She was supposed to wear it when we went to Ohana. Again, oops.

And one with pooh fabric and some different trim. I haven't finished it yet because my bobbin thread ran out and that always makes me move on to something else. Don't know why. But I'll post a pic when it's done.

THANKS TO ALL OF YOU!!!! Who inspired me to get back to my sewing machine.

 

[Jajone]

Has anyone done any special customs for Chef Mickey's other than the typical Minnie dot/Mickey? Does anyone have a pic of any goofy customs?

 

[luvinyou]

Scrappy looks so cute naping on the nap mat! Here is what I made today. No model because it is 12 mo. size. I need to get better photos. Obviously I'm going through a Farmer's Market/apron phase

I absolutely love this! I love the little apron, and am loving the fabric

Thanks to all of you, I finished this dress that I started last January!

It was for our February to trip to DW. Oops. Anyway...

Just a Simplicity pattern with Mickey fabric. And DD needed to find her sunglasses in order to take this pic.

Finished another dress in the same pattern with purple/pink florals. She was supposed to wear it when we went to Ohana. Again, oops.

And one with pooh fabric and some different trim. I haven't finished it yet because my bobbin thread ran out and that always makes me move on to something else. Don't know why. But I'll post a pic when it's done.

THANKS TO ALL OF YOU!!!! Who inspired me to get back to my sewing machine.

Very cute! Better late than never, and at least now she has some adorable summer dresses!

Has anyone done any special customs for Chef Mickey's other than the typical Minnie dot/Mickey? Does anyone have a pic of any goofy customs?

I did this goofy outfit recently for a big give

 

[Tinka_Belle]

I'll have to catch up later but wanted to update everyone on Timmy...we went today for more check on his arm. He has a growth plate fracture. The doctor put him in a splint until Monday of next week, then a cast. We are going to the beach this weekend, so he did that so he can take it off when we swim. So, Timmy is acting all sad that he can't move his arm!

AWWW!!! Poor Timmy. I sure hope his arm gets better soon.

 

[jessica52877]

Scrappy looks so cute naping on the nap mat! Here is what I made today. No model because it is 12 mo. size. I need to get better photos. Obviously I'm going through a Farmer's Market/apron phase

I love that and the one earlier with Lily and the hat was darling.

Thanks to all of you, I finished this dress that I started last January!

It was for our February to trip to DW. Oops. Anyway...

Just a Simplicity pattern with Mickey fabric. And DD needed to find her sunglasses in order to take this pic.

Finished another dress in the same pattern with purple/pink florals. She was supposed to wear it when we went to Ohana. Again, oops.

And one with pooh fabric and some different trim. I haven't finished it yet because my bobbin thread ran out and that always makes me move on to something else. Don't know why. But I'll post a pic when it's done.

THANKS TO ALL OF YOU!!!! Who inspired me to get back to my sewing machine.

I love that fabric, great dress. I am so glad you finished it. It looks perfect!

Has anyone done any special customs for Chef Mickey's other than the typical Minnie dot/Mickey? Does anyone have a pic of any goofy customs?

I have a chef mickey in the works right now, just a tee, but I am not motivated to finish it up for some reason.

I'll have to catch up later but wanted to update everyone on Timmy...we went today for more check on his arm. He has a growth plate fracture. The doctor put him in a splint until Monday of next week, then a cast. We are going to the beach this weekend, so he did that so he can take it off when we swim. So, Timmy is acting all sad that he can't move his arm!

Aww, sorry about Timmy's arm. Atleast he'll get to go in the swimming it sounds like.

 

[twob4him]

Has anyone made any nap mats? My DD4 has to have a nap mat for Pre-K. Good luck with that, I hope it's just to rest. She hasn't napped for 2 yrs, and is use to going to school all day. Anyways, back on the subject. I was wondering about getting a qui;t type material and just making a simple roll up one. Didn't know if anyone had made anything like it, or if they did something else.

I made two for my DD's. I bought two mats from Big Lots and a twin size fleece blanket (with princesses). I cut the blanket in half and hemmed the cut side. Wrapped the blanket around the mat. Secured it with 4 velcro squares (I glued and sewed them on). I did this so I could take the mat out each week and wash the blanket. The rest of the blanket can wrap around the sleeping child. I finished off by satin stitching the child's name on the front. Wha la! Let me find a pic...oh yeah here is one of her sleeping in it:

Her pre-school teacher wanted me to make one for each child since they folded up so nicely and were easy to wash etc. She suggested I sell them to the parents for like $20!!!

I'll have to catch up later but wanted to update everyone on Timmy...we went today for more check on his arm. He has a growth plate fracture. The doctor put him in a splint until Monday of next week, then a cast. We are going to the beach this weekend, so he did that so he can take it off when we swim. So, Timmy is acting all sad that he can't move his arm!

Awwww poor Timmy! I hope he heals fast!

 

[mytwotinks]

I love all the older homes shown. The newer ones are beautiful, of course, but I really like the charm and character of older home. Since we're sharing photos of our homes, here's Zoe and my little cottage. It's small (just over 1000 sq ft) but just right for us. This isn't as old as some shared but it was built in the 1930s.

This is the backyard. When I first moved in, I did a lot of work in the back but then it kind of took a backseat when I adopted Zoe. I splurged and had a yard service come in to clean up the front and back yards last year. Sadly, it no longer looks as nice because I haven't kept up with the gardening as I should. I've got several ideas for things I want to do but I've decided to wait until Zoe (and her friends) are older and not quite as destructive. Not that they do anything intentionally but they don't always think about where they step in the flower beds. I figured it was better to just not worry about it for now and save my grand vision for a few years down the road.

I'm a huge depresion era decor fan! I would love that house!!!!

I haven't done anything in my yard in a couple of years. I used to, but I just don't feel it right now. I think next spring is going to have to be totally devoted to the outside of my house! Yuck!!!

 

[TinksTheBest]

Has anyone made any nap mats? My DD4 has to have a nap mat for Pre-K. Good luck with that, I hope it's just to rest. She hasn't napped for 2 yrs, and is use to going to school all day. Anyways, back on the subject. I was wondering about getting a qui;t type material and just making a simple roll up one. Didn't know if anyone had made anything like it, or if they did something else.

Just a heads-up.

You may want to check with the school before you spend a lot of time working on this. When my son started K, I found this great fabric rollup nap mat with a pillow attached. The teacher sent it back home saying that they were only allowing vinyl mats. When I asked the teacher about it, she said that a couple of years prior they'd had a problem in another classroom with lice and that this was one of the "things" the school was doing to prevent the spreading of lice and other germs. After naptime, the mats are stacked on top of each other in a corner of the room--and this could lead to infected fabric touching and spreading to other fabric. Therefore, they stopped allowing ANY fabric--mats/blankets/pillows. They also had a practice of spraying down the mats with Lysol every couple of days to avoid the spread of germs.