Kids Disney Boutique / Customs Clothes Part 5

[tnmom25]

Ok, who is making these? I was going to have my grandma teach me, but I ended up not going to West Virginia w/dh so I'm outta luck!

 

[HeatherSue]

So cute! She almost looks like she should be a Small World doll!

She does!!!

Lisa: I forgot to multi-quote you, but I love Ireland's outfit!!

Georgia is so beautiful! Everytime I read about kids with their grandparents it makes me teary. My dad died 8 years ago and my mom died 2 years ago. DH's mom died about 12 years ago. DH's dad and step mom live in Canada and we don't see them that much. My parents were the BEST grandparents. I miss them, for my kids' sake even more than my own.

I'm so sorry to hear that you don't have your parents anymore. I got teary reading this. I really feel for you.

Hi, Tia!

I could be wrong on this, but I think TIA stood for Thanks In Advance in this instance. It could be her name, though.

Yardwork? What's that? What a gorgeous group of kids you have!!!

I bought a pattern today (jumper for my dd) and it was $9.00!

It's Quick Sew (not a name I'm familiar with). Are patterns really that expensive these days! I'm definately going to have to make this jumper several times! I've been out of it for 12 years, but I seem to remember buygin patterns for around three bucks.

First of all !! I started sewing after a 15 year hiatus (caused by a baby outfit for my nephew that went horribly wrong) after finding this thread. Warning: It's addictive!

Second, patterns go on sale at JoAnn and Hancocks a lot. They are generally $.99 or $1.99 on sale. But, if you buy them full price, they can be very pricey!

Third, I have a 4.5 year old DD, too!

 

[sweetnsassy]

So, I've been lurking for a little while now and I wanted to introduce myself. I'm Alix, I'm 28 and have three little girls (5, 5, and 3 1/2). I'm a preschool teacher, which is so much fun, but you definitely don't do it for the money, lol. I've been drooling over all the creations everyone has posted...you all make it look so easy, while I'm totally clueless . My aunt gave me a sewing machine that she bought thinking she'd use it, but she never did so she passed it along to me . I would love to try making some cute outfits for my girls for our Disney trip in January , anyone have any suggestions where to start?? I'm a pretty quick learner and relatively good at following directions. Thanks for any help you can give me and I look forward to seeing more of everyone's amazing creations!!!

Alix

 

[bsusanmb]

Can someone tell me where the instructions are for those furry cuffs?
I got yarn and now I need instructions.

Thanks.
Susan

 

[IluvKingLouis]

Thank you HeatherSue for the warm welcome!

Yes, TIA was for thanks in advance. But I will gladly answer to the name Tia as I've been called worse.

I'm excited about sewing again. But I'm nervous about re-learning the basics like button holes and putting in zippers.

I want to begin sewing for my daughter for several reasons. I think I can come up with cuter clothing (as is demonstrated on this thread -- you guys are amazing), and she is very tall for her age and I get a little weirded out letting her wear skirts and dresses that are wayyyy too short. Lastly, I thought I might be able to save some $$....but I'm beginning to realize that may not be the case!

 

[revrob]

Hi All, This is what I finished this morning.

I hope everyone is staying warm...brrr....

FABULOUS! Love the corset!

What fabulous pictures on this thread!

I'm thinking aout sewing again (after a 12 year hiatus) and may treat myself to a new machine. So much has changed in 12 years so I am looking for recommendations.

I do not quilt, but would be using the machine to make my dd4.5 dresses and skirts. I may sew myself a few things too. I'm intrigued by the computerized embrodery features I've seen. I'm budgeting 250-350, and I could probably go a bit higher.

TIA!

I have the Brother 7700, which is the Costco version of the Brother 6000. It came with 10 presser feet and a few extra stitches that are not included in the Brother 6000. I have to say I LOVE MY MACHINE (except for that time last week when I almost threw it out the window, but now on report me now!) I highly recommend it. I'm positive the 6000 would be just as good of a machine if you don't have access to Costco.

Thank you HeatherSue for the warm welcome!

Yes, TIA was for thanks in advance. But I will gladly answer to the name Tia as I've been called worse.

I'm excited about sewing again. But I'm nervous about re-learning the basics like button holes and putting in zippers.

I want to begin sewing for my daughter for several reasons. I think I can come up with cuter clothing (as is demonstrated on this thread -- you guys are amazing), and she is very tall for her age and I get a little weirded out letting her wear skirts and dresses that are wayyyy too short. Lastly, I thought I might be able to save some $$....but I'm beginning to realize that may not be the case!

UM, I bet you're gonna do great! If button holes and zippers are basics for you, then you're gonna fly! I've been creating for my DD, and now several customers, and I've yet to do a button hole or a zipper. I'm skeered!

 

[IluvKingLouis]

I have the Brother 7700, which is the Costco version of the Brother 6000.

Thank you for the recommendation. I went to Costco online to do a little initial research (since we do have one nearby) but they don't list model numbers. They just reference their internal "item" numbers. (grrr)

UM, I bet you're gonna do great! If button holes and zippers are basics for you, then you're gonna fly! I've been creating for my DD, and now several customers, and I've yet to do a button hole or a zipper. I'm skeered!

Thanks for the vote of confidence! My mother learned to sew from a German professional seamstress and she learned some amazing techniques like french hems and hidden zippers. My sewing always looked so pedestrian compared to my moms sewing.

 

[my*2*angels]

Hi All, This is what I finished this morning.

I hope everyone is staying warm...brrr....

WOW! This is fantastic and Ireland looks sooo cute!

Okay, my photos finished downloading. This morning we took the kids to a local scrapbook store to get their photos taken with Santa so I finally got them dressed up in their Christmas outfits. I was up late making bows for DD2. I have been making bows for 10 years now and pretty much never been happy with the way they turn out. I finally decided to try the loopy bows because to make a long, boring story short, they sort of solve/hide what I feel are some of my bow-making flaws, and I love them! This pair was a definite learning experience, but next time I think they may turn out pretty well! (Obviously I did not make DSs' outfits, but couldn't leave the handsome guys out!)

Why can you never get 4 kids to look good in one photo? And please disregard the yard. Obviously I sew instead of doing yardwork.

Lily has the mixy-matchy 4 piece Christmas ensemble:

My first shirring, loved it! The pants turned out a little long. They were my first attempt at jeans and I was too chicken to cut them or open them up so I just threw stuff on top. After Christmas I will probably recycle them into Valentine's jeans and do something more brave.

And one more photo to show you that the pants, while too long, aren't as bad as they looked in the other photo. Okay, really just because I thought it was a cute photo. She is watching an airplane. Drama Queen? She is apprenticed to a pro (DD10).

what a GORGEOUS family! They are all sooo cute and I LOVE the outfits!

 

[HeatherSue]

So, I've been lurking for a little while now and I wanted to introduce myself. I'm Alix, I'm 28 and have three little girls (5, 5, and 3 1/2). I'm a preschool teacher, which is so much fun, but you definitely don't do it for the money, lol. I've been drooling over all the creations everyone has posted...you all make it look so easy, while I'm totally clueless . My aunt gave me a sewing machine that she bought thinking she'd use it, but she never did so she passed it along to me . I would love to try making some cute outfits for my girls for our Disney trip in January , anyone have any suggestions where to start?? I'm a pretty quick learner and relatively good at following directions. Thanks for any help you can give me and I look forward to seeing more of everyone's amazing creations!!!

Alix

Alix! Glad to have you here! I worked in my mom's day care for a few years and was a nanny before that. So, I understand your comment about not being in it for the money!
As for learning to sew, the first place I'd start is in Teresajoy's sewing links (the link is in my siggy). Click on "Sewing and Everything Else", then "Techniques and How-To's", then "Learn to Sew Sites". There are some links to some pretty informative sites for beginning sewers.

I want to begin sewing for my daughter for several reasons. I think I can come up with cuter clothing (as is demonstrated on this thread -- you guys are amazing), and she is very tall for her age and I get a little weirded out letting her wear skirts and dresses that are wayyyy too short. Lastly, I thought I might be able to save some $$....but I'm beginning to realize that may not be the case!

You can definitely make some cute clothes!! As for saving money, I sure haven't! I am a bargain shopper and can generally find really cute outfits for under $10. But, I haven't made an outfit much cheaper than that yet! When you add in all the fabric, thread, scissors, and sewing doo-dads I've bought, I'd say I'm pretty far in the hole. But, it's so rewarding to create something myself! Besides, my husband THINKS I'm saving money, so that's all that counts!

 

[IluvKingLouis]

Besides, my husband THINKS I'm saving money, so that's all that counts!

That is very funny, and so true!

Back in 1991 I was hired into a professional position and was absolutely broke. I whipped up a wardrobe at the cost of $3-4 a dress,...and best of all I only sewed with materials that could be machine washed and dried! They were very basic dresses but I cranked out about 10 and accessorized with scarves, blazers, etc. So I've had this weird idea that sewing was a way to save money based on my experience 16 years ago. I guess that is simply not going to be the case!

 

[design_mom]

S I would love to try making some cute outfits for my girls for our Disney trip in January , anyone have any suggestions where to start?? Alix

I think pillowcase dresses are a super-easy place to start and build confidence. The one below is the first thing I made since high-school. I made it in a couple of hours using the instructions on this site: http://rowena.typepad.com/rostitchery/2004/06/done_is_better_.html

The instructions on that site have you start with a real pillowcase, but all you need to do is make a tube of fabric and "pretend" it's a pillowcase (LOL), then follow the instructions from there!

I made it on memorial day (hence the flag in the picture), and by 4th of July she'd had a huge growth spurt. Now we wear white shorts underneath and call it a top. <chuckle>

Good luck and have fun.

 

[jham]

So, I've been lurking for a little while now and I wanted to introduce myself. I'm Alix, I'm 28 and have three little girls (5, 5, and 3 1/2). I'm a preschool teacher, which is so much fun, but you definitely don't do it for the money, lol. I've been drooling over all the creations everyone has posted...you all make it look so easy, while I'm totally clueless . My aunt gave me a sewing machine that she bought thinking she'd use it, but she never did so she passed it along to me . I would love to try making some cute outfits for my girls for our Disney trip in January , anyone have any suggestions where to start?? I'm a pretty quick learner and relatively good at following directions. Thanks for any help you can give me and I look forward to seeing more of everyone's amazing creations!!!

Alix

Welcome! You are going to have so much fun! Your girls are the perfect ages to sew for! Are you going to Disneyland or Disneyworld in January? We will be at Disneyworld the 18-26th. I'm sure you will get better suggestions on where to start from everyone else. There are some good books people have reccommended that can pretty much teach you everything you need to know. I'm sure someone will chime in with the names. Teresa's bookmarks are also great for a lot of things. There are also lots of simple patterns out there. I think I learn something new every time I make something!

 

[sweetnsassy]

Thanks! I think I'll have to try that one My dh and I have been making the girls hooded princess capes we're about to finish the 2nd one, I'll have the girls model them tomorrow and take some pictures to post, if I can get them to cooperate

Alix

 

[revrob]

OT - no apologizing. Just a shameless post showing off my kids. The visit to Santa today!

 

[jham]

Can someone tell me where the instructions are for those furry cuffs?
I got yarn and now I need instructions.

Thanks.
Susan

OT - no apologizing. Just a shameless post showing off my kids. The visit to Santa today!

Very Cute! Is AbbyGrace wearing a pettiskirt bigger than she is?

 

[tnmom25]

patterns go on sale at JoAnn and Hancocks a lot. They are generally $.99 or $1.99 on sale. But, if you buy them full price, they can be very pricey!

I can't remember who you were quoting, but I wanted to add that I go to Walmart when they are on sale and they Ad Match!!! But, they don't carry Butterick... just McCalls & Simplicity.

So, I've been lurking for a little while now and I wanted to introduce myself. I'm Alix, I'm 28 and have three little girls (5, 5, and 3 1/2). I'm a preschool teacher, which is so much fun, but you definitely don't do it for the money, lol. I've been drooling over all the creations everyone has posted...you all make it look so easy, while I'm totally clueless . My aunt gave me a sewing machine that she bought thinking she'd use it, but she never did so she passed it along to me . I would love to try making some cute outfits for my girls for our Disney trip in January , anyone have any suggestions where to start?? I'm a pretty quick learner and relatively good at following directions. Thanks for any help you can give me and I look forward to seeing more of everyone's amazing creations!!!
Alix

Alix!!!!!! I agree that a pillowcase dress is very easy to begin with, that was the first thing I learned when I started and I did them by hand. Then I moved on to peasant tops which are also very easy. Your girls are the perfect ages, they should all appreciate your making outfits for them. And around here, we pics, so don't hesitate to show off when you make something!!!!

Yes, TIA was for thanks in advance. But I will gladly answer to the name Tia as I've been called worse.

I want to begin sewing for my daughter for several reasons. I think I can come up with cuter clothing (as is demonstrated on this thread -- you guys are amazing), and she is very tall for her age and I get a little weirded out letting her wear skirts and dresses that are wayyyy too short. Lastly, I thought I might be able to save some $$....but I'm beginning to realize that may not be the case!

Hi TIA... you know you're stuck with that nickname now Of course you can save money by making their clothes (is your dh gone now? ) My dh thinks I'm saving money cause I tell him, "I only paid $4 for this yard of fabric and I can make two skirts with it!!!!" and he's amazed!!! He thinks I'm brilliant, well maybe that was stretching it a little, but he thinks I'm saving money anyway!

You can definitely make some cute clothes!! As for saving money, I sure haven't! I am a bargain shopper and can generally find really cute outfits for under $10. But, I haven't made an outfit much cheaper than that yet! When you add in all the fabric, thread, scissors, and sewing doo-dads I've bought, I'd say I'm pretty far in the hole. But, it's so rewarding to create something myself! Besides, my husband THINKS I'm saving money, so that's all that counts!

See, what'd I tell ya! Not only will your girls have cute clothes, your dh will think you're a genius just like ours do!!!

Thanks! I think I'll have to try that one My dh and I have been making the girls hooded princess capes we're about to finish the 2nd one, I'll have the girls model them tomorrow and take some pictures to post, if I can get them to cooperate
Alix

Did you say that your dh is helping you?! Wow, lucky you. All mine does to help is turn down the *^$% tv so I can hear myself think long enough to cut out a pattern!!!

OT - no apologizing. Just a shameless post showing off my kids. The visit to Santa today!

Is that a petti I spot? Very cute pic!!! We're waiting to see Santa at MVMCP in 17 days!

 

[tnmom25]

Ok, who is making these? I was going to have my grandma teach me, but I ended up not going to West Virginia w/dh so I'm outta luck!

Nevermind! I made fur cuffs today!!!!!!!!!! They were a bit of a pain, but they are so cute. I made them for a size 18m Tshirt and my sewing machine is a table unit, so therefore no free arm (or whatever it's called) and I had to do them by hand. Not that big of a deal, but I just hate hand stitching now. I will, however, make two more sets for dd7 & dd8 to wear with their Christmas princess jumpers! Can't wait to post pics, maybe tomorrow!

ETA: I also made an I-Spy bag While I was rummaging in the girls bathroom for little stuff, I found a make-up bag that has vinyl on both sides! I filled it up, glued the zipper and glued ribbon over the zipper! I wanted to make some tonight so Emma might stay occupied in Church tomorrow (Thanks UM ) but this thing is too noisy! I'm gonna pick up some fleece tomorrow and start making these for Christmas gifts for all the kids on my list! BTW, where do you find the non-noisy vinyl?

 

[EnchantedPrincess]

I was looking at a pattern (Sleeping beauty pattern) and it calls for 8 3/4 yds of 1" horsehair...and I am guessing that it is use to stiffen the hem of the skirt since it says to insert it there? Then, I went to look it up on joann.com and 10 yrds of 1" horsehair is about $28? Is this something that I absolutely must have, or something that I can do without?

Edited to add: I just did more research..the one for $28 is for Horsehair 1" - black... then there are also white ones - polyester horsehair braid made by Dritz that is cheaper nad I am guessing that is what I need! Phew..I still have so much to learn!

 

[EnchantedPrincess]

OT - no apologizing. Just a shameless post showing off my kids. The visit to Santa today!

Your kids are adorable! My dd was terrified of Santa last year...so probably no santa pictures for us this year.

 

[TinkerbelleMom]

Oh boy it takes FOREVER!! We do the same thing in the shower. Wash it and condition it and brush it while still in there. Then we brush it onces she is out of the shower, and I braid it. That way it stays that way over night. and not too bad to brush out in the morning.

We just start at the bottom and work our way up gently. and Braids are the key for us. They help more then you could believe!

I'll second the shower trick...my oldest has tight ringlets too, and we learned long ago it can't be brushed when it's dry. There's a really good book for managing curls called Curly Girl by Lorraine Massey. Many of the tips and tricks she has for curls we had already figured out by the time someone recommended the book to us, but reading it helped us conquer Marissa's curls. The biggest advice was to not wash so often, but to use conditioner with every shower, she combs out the knots when its still goopy with conditioner, and that helps too. Now that she's 15, she does her own hair, but still sleeps in that braid to keep it under control too.

Here's a recent picture...to keep it sort of on topic, I made her dress.
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