What Do You Make For Your Vacation?

[Kari-B]

So excited to make as many of these awesome ideas as I can. Thanks so much to everyone is so generously shares their designs.

 

[Rachandgarry]

*what* a thread -

I cannot believe there is so much information available, and in one place too!

The DISboards are full of lovely helpful people and the DISign forum especially....but I have to say, Dolly I can't believe how much I've learnt from reading your posts. Thank you *so* much!

I have 14 months to go until our trip, so I'll leave the crafting for a while but in the meanwhile I'm getting lots of good tips and learning every day!

Thanks again,
Rachel

 

[jtanddolly]

*what* a thread -

I cannot believe there is so much information available, and in one place too!

The DISboards are full of lovely helpful people and the DISign forum especially....but I have to say, Dolly I can't believe how much I've learnt from reading your posts. Thank you *so* much!

I have 14 months to go until our trip, so I'll leave the crafting for a while but in the meanwhile I'm getting lots of good tips and learning every day!

Thanks again,
Rachel

Awww! You are so welcome! Glad that I could help.

 

[TheNextBelle]

Ok....don't think I'm silly....but I have read and re-read alot on here....there is so much info....but my question is if I wanted to do t-shirts.....how do I go about getting the perfect design for our shirts and I see everyone has printed them out....but how and on what kind of paper??? Yes, I'm totally clueless here...don't laugh

I did see somewhere there are camo mickey heads......in green, pink and purple......was thinking on the lines of them...with our "nicknames" on them?

Please help my clueless mind!

 

[jtanddolly]

TheNextBelle,

Search through different designers shared files and find images that you like. Then you can make a request on their threads for them to personalize the image for you (if they have a thread).

You can buy t-shirt transfer paper most anywhere, but the best I have used is from Amy Mickey...she is one of the designers on the Boards. You can find her in the "meet the DISigners" thread and send her a pm with a request for her website. We aren't allowed to post it on the Boards as that is advertising. Hope that helps.

 

[TheNextBelle]

TheNextBelle,

Search through different designers shared files and find images that you like. Then you can make a request on their threads for them to personalize the image for you (if they have a thread).

You can buy t-shirt transfer paper most anywhere, but the best I have used is from Amy Mickey...she is one of the designers on the Boards. You can find her in the "meet the DISigners" thread and send her a pm with a request for her website. We aren't allowed to post it on the Boards as that is advertising. Hope that helps.

Thank you so Much Dolly!!! This helps!!

 

[Disneylover7901]

I have no idea what you are talking about.



We are a grand gathering of 8 going in October and I have at LEAST 6 shirts for each of us (some have more!)

I also made placemats with everyone's name (Kelly's designs!) b/c we are staying offsite and thought it would add some Disney to the house. I haven't made any pillow cases...but I still have 5 months! LOL

I have a huge box (ok, two now.) full of stuff I'm collecting for the trip...poncho's, autograph books, pins, shirts, beach towels, halloween costumes... everyone I know thinks I'm nuts and they're probably right, but I'm having fun, that's all that matters.

Don't feel bad...everybody I know thinks I'm nuts too!! I have a huge box too and it is all I think about..LOL!!

 

[sandiegosusie]

Don't feel bad...everybody I know thinks I'm nuts too!! I have a huge box too and it is all I think about..LOL!!

I would love to see your placemats...what a great idea!

 

[mawmaw040510]

Oh my gosh at all the wonderful ideas. DOLLY you are awesome and have me trying my hands at making stuff. Gonna need a part time job to keep me in stock with transfer paper and tshirts..

But then again.. NO TIME TO WORK cause all I want to do is design something.

THANK YOU to all the great folks on here for your time and teachings..

 

[carrielovesdisney]

My family thinks I am crazy too! But i am having so much fun!

 

[SueRS]

When we went in 2007. There were 9 of us for 7 days. I made 64 shirts. One each for each day and a special one for my sil as she turned 40 the day we left.

We are planning to go again in 2011 (just 4 of us) and I was told no shirts.

I may have to sneak one or two each.

 

[joelybelly]

My family thinks im losing it bc all I do is talk about our trip and what im making for the kids for their surprise! Sometimes I think I AM going crazy Thank you all of you wonderful DISigners!!! Dolly you are so awesome!!!

 

[AllieV]

Ok, I didn't read all 13 pages of comments, but does anyone know where I can get those great tie-dyed mickey shirts? Are those homemade or purchased from disney? And do you know of someone that makes them? I'm not looking for a transfer. Thanks much.

 

[jtanddolly]

Ok, I didn't read all 13 pages of comments, but does anyone know where I can get those great tie-dyed mickey shirts? Are those homemade or purchased from disney? And do you know of someone that makes them? I'm not looking for a transfer. Thanks much.

Most of the people of the DISBoards make thier own. There is a thread that teaches how to make them if you do a search. There is even a video tutorial somewhere.

 

[photographymom517]

Ok, I didn't read all 13 pages of comments, but does anyone know where I can get those great tie-dyed mickey shirts? Are those homemade or purchased from disney? And do you know of someone that makes them? I'm not looking for a transfer. Thanks much.

Most people do make their own, but I didn't have enough time last year & bought one from Etsy for my son. The lady I purchased it from is a DISer but I can't post info on here since we aren't allowed to advertise/sell. I'll find her info & PM you about it

 

[kaytayprincess]

This is probably a really dumb question with a simple answer (actually I hope it is simple!)
I have tried to print some images for magnets, t-shirts and travel planners/journal pages and they always come out blurry. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance. I really am blown away at the generosity and creative ideas you all have!

 

[jtanddolly]

This is probably a really dumb question with a simple answer (actually I hope it is simple!)
I have tried to print some images for magnets, t-shirts and travel planners/journal pages and they always come out blurry. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance. I really am blown away at the generosity and creative ideas you all have!

You are saving the thumbnail image. Here are a few pointers:

4shared files:
1. click on the first image that you see - this will give you a new window with the same picture
2. scroll down the page until you see a button that says "download now"
3. you will need to download the picture then save the third and final image to your pictures on your computer

photobucket:
• The first image that you see is the thumbnail image and you will have to click on that image to open up a second larger version.
• The second image is still not large enough. If you waive your mouse over the image towards the top and you will see some gray buttons that will appear at the top of the picture.
• Next click on the button on the far left that says “file” and in the drop down menu click on “download”.

Hope that helps!

 

[kaytayprincess]

Dolly,
Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!

 

[bear74]

I have no idea what you are talking about.



We are a grand gathering of 8 going in October and I have at LEAST 6 shirts for each of us (some have more!)

I also made placemats with everyone's name (Kelly's designs!) b/c we are staying offsite and thought it would add some Disney to the house. I haven't made any pillow cases...but I still have 5 months! LOL

I have a huge box (ok, two now.) full of stuff I'm collecting for the trip...poncho's, autograph books, pins, shirts, beach towels, halloween costumes... everyone I know thinks I'm nuts and they're probably right, but I'm having fun, that's all that matters.

I would love to see the placemats as well.

 

[rescuetink]

Here is a list of "free things" to do while you are at Disney to add to your organizer:

Free Things To Do
• A Lanyard Full of Charms that Kids can Decorate Themselves: Sharpie sponsors the 6 Kidcot stations in Future World. You can pick up a lanyard (necklace) at any of them. Visit them all to collect the different charms with fun themes like Kim Possible. Color them to make them unique.
Locations: All stations are located in Future World:
1. Innoventions East – near the entrance
2. Innoventions West – near the entrance
3. The Seas with Nemo and Friends – lower level
4. The Land – on the top level near “The Circle of Life”
5. Test Track – in the gift shop after you exit the ride
6. Imagination! – after the ride
• Personalized Plastic Robot: This is very cool! First you build your own virtual robot and race it against other guests’ robots using the properties of plastic to give you an edge. Then you choose the parts and colors you like and create your own real plastic robot to take home with you. This robot stands about 7 inches tall - with moveable limbs!
Location: In Future World’s “Innoventions East” at “Fantastic Plastic Works”
(they may no longer do this...but look on line to find new wonderful free things!)
• Chef’s Hat & Toll House Cookie: Nestle sponsors the Junior Chef Program where kids learn to follow a recipe and bake real Nestle Toll House chocolate chip cookies. When they're fully baked, they get to sample the cookies they made. And - if that’s not enough – they also get to keep their chef’s hat! Note: This program is available for children aged 3-10. They must sign-up for this in advance and book a time. The groups are very small so get there early.
Location: In Future World’s “The Land” on the lower level near “Living with the Land.”
(they may no longer do this...but look on line to find new wonderful free things!)
• Need a Drink to Go with that Free Cookie? How about free soda? This chill zone called “Club Cool” is sponsored by Coca Cola and features samples of beverages they sell around the world. It’s self-served and you can drink as much as you like. Some are yummy and refreshing. Others are … well – find out for yourself!
Location: In Future World past the Epcot Character Spot.
• A Mask with Charms to Attach and Decorate: Pick up a mask at any country in the World Showcase, and then add a different charm at each additional country you visit. Spend some time and personalize the mask and charms with the Sharpie markers that are provided. At the China pavilion, you can learn your birth sign (according to the Chinese calendar) and how to write your name in Chinese. Tip: If you collect all 11 charms, you get a special bonus!
Location: In the World Showcase.
• Collect autographs instead of pins.
• Collect a Monorail Co-Pilot Card: They will allow four people to sit up front with the captain on each ride…all you have to do is get there a little bit early and ask.
• Collect stickers from Cast Members
• Collect pressed pennies. They aren’t free but they are only 51 cents, which is a lot cheaper than pin collecting.
• Collect swizzle sticks that they give out at some restaurants.
• Pick up a free birthday button at the entrance to each park if it’s your birthday.
• Ask the front desk at your resort what “free” things there are to do: for example at the Wilderness Lodge, one family gets to raise the flag each morning.
• Investigate special kids' programs at your Disney resort hotel. The Deluxe resorts usually have kids' recreation programs such as coloring, crafts, pool games, Hidden Mickey searches, and storytelling at various times. Cost: FREE to guests of the hotel.
• At Downtown Disney kids can play in interactive fountains or build legos for free at the Lego store
• Check out the FREE magic demonstrations at the Magic Masters shop -- learn a card trick!
• If you're looking for a fun photo opportunity, consider visiting the All Star resorts or Pop Century. These hotels feature enormous "pop culture" icons. Take a family photo in front of a 35-foot Buzz Lightyear!
• Several of the resorts, including Animal Kingdom Lodge, Wilderness Lodge, Grand Floridian, and Yacht Club, offer FREE tours that are open to any Disney resort guest (whether you are staying at that particular hotel or not). Some of the tours require a reservation, so inquire in advance.
• Sing around the campfire and watch a FREE Disney movie. The campfire program at Ft. Wilderness is open to all Walt Disney World resort guests. It is held every evening, at about 7:00 pm in fall and winter and about 8:00 pm in spring and summer, near the Meadow Trading Post. The program starts with a sing-a-long and marshmallow roast. You can bring your own food or buy it from the Chuckwagon, which sells S'more kits for about $9 (makes enough for about 4 people) and also offers other food such as pizza and hot dogs. Chip and Dale meet the guests and sign autographs. Then a Disney movie is shown on a large outdoor screen. There is some seating on bleachers and benches, or you can lay out a blanket. No reservations necessary -- just show up. Cost: FREE to all Disney resort guests.
• A similar outdoor campfire and movie program is offered at Beach Club Resort. There is a campfire sing-along on the beach, followed by a Disney movie. (No characters attend this one.) Ask at the front desk for a schedule. S'more kits that make enough for about 4 people are sold for about $9. No reservations necessary -- just show up. Cost: FREE to all Disney resort guests.
• Port Orleans-Riverside offers a seasonal "Campfire on de' Bayou" with stories and sing-alongs around a fire at the Ol' Man Island Fishin' Hole. (No characters attend this one.) It usually runs in the winter, from Halloween through sometime in March, and only a couple of nights a week (most recently, Sunday and Thursday), weather permitting. Ask at the front desk for a schedule. S'more kits that make enough for about 4 people are sold for about $9. No reservations necessary -- just show up. Cost: FREE to all Disney resort guests.
• Take a stroll. There are lovely walkways or nature trails around almost all of the resorts. A great time for visiting the resorts is Christmas when they have their decorations up.
o At night you can wander along the Polynesian's beach, sit in a cabana and watch the Electrical Water Pageant and the fireworks over the Magic Kingdom. Walk through the tiki-torchlit gardens between the Great Ceremonial House and the beach. It's all very romantic. (Please keep in mind that the beach and particularly the cabanas are primarily intended for guests of the Polynesian, though there is nothing to prevent the general public from using them.)
o Watch the Wishes Fireworks from the Grand Floridian boat dock. Narcoossees restaurant is nearby and receives the audio soundtrack from the Magic Kingdom, so you can enjoy the fireworks synchronized to the music. There's a little bit of delay due to the distance, but it still works. Seeing the fireworks reflect off of the lake is beautiful.
o From the Boardwalk, meander up to the back gate of Epcot, or over to Disney's Hollywood Studios around closing time and enjoy the music and perhaps a glimpse of IllumiNations or Fantasmic!. The bridge that goes over to the Swan and Dolphin sometimes has nice views at that time.
o During the day, explore the woods from the Wilderness Lodge to Ft. Wilderness.
o Stroll from the Grand Floridian to the Wedding Pavilion and poke your head in. (Unless there's a wedding in progress, of course!)
o At Animal Kingdom Lodge, you can walk out to the viewing areas and see the exotic African animals roaming free. Note that the animals come out around dusk -- you won't see any during the day. (Please keep in mind that hotel guests' rooms open right out onto the viewing areas, so quiet is very much appreciated.)
o Visit the Butterfly Garden located behind Acadian House in Port Orleans Riverside's Magnolia Bend section.
• Watch the Electrical Water Pageant. This floating parade is visible nightly, usually starting at 9:00, from Disney's Magic Kingdom-area resort hotel docks and beaches. The pageant takes about an hour to move slowly around the lake, stopping at each resort in order: Polynesian, Grand Floridian, Wilderness Lodge, Ft. Wilderness and Contemporary. Cost: FREE.
• Make the rounds of the Disney resorts and collect something! You can make your own scavenger hunt for little or nothing
• Find “Hidden Mickeys”

Are these all still valid???