Disboutiquers Part 24 Kids Disney Boutique / Customs Clothes psst..we sew ;-)

[jessica52877]

Since I am trying to shop around for the best price on a new machine and no one makes that easy. Can you guys share your experiences and costs for your new machines from the local places. It is a freakin' drive to all them nearby and the one I really want to go to takes 2 hours!! There is some other place that will sell me one, but they don't do repairs right there and I don't really like that!

I guess I am more or less looking at 1250d or 2800d because I want another one for the long haul. I don't really care about hoop size funny enough and more or less want it to sew nicely! LOL! And I really need to buy it NOW, as in an hour ago!!

 

[livndisney]

For Nini-

Since you got me all Monkees nostalgic.....

Six years ago next month, I was sitting at a Davy Jones concert, about to set out on my wildest adventure yet. I was holding a picture of a little face in a heart keychain. I was nervous, well scared to death is actually more like it. And then I heard "I am believer". "I couldn't leave her if I tried"

 

[DisneyTeacher01]

I'm trying to help out with the move....I haven't moved with you guys yet!

 

[GlassSlippers]

Whaa!!! I can't get the link to work! FB links work only about 40% of the time for me.

Lets try this instead:

http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=32366091&l=73d0bed20d&id=1395186633

 

[Loodlow]

Beautiful.



I'll show my age, too. I was reading my mother's newsletter from her church telling about a lunch for seniors. It said if you remember 5¢ candy bars you're a senior. I remember 5¢ candy bars.

Me too! I remember when I worked at McDonalds, a Big Mac, large fries, and large coke was 1.68!

 

[TinkerbelleMom]

Ok doing my part, and a good sized vent here too...

Here's the vent. I sent my Dyson vac in for repair, it wouldn't suck things up from the bottom, but the wand still worked when I pulled it out. I couldn't find the clog, so it went to the Dr. This guy, or starting with his father at lease, has been in the same business location for 30+ years. He said 3-4 days, but I never got a call, so I stopped in after 3 weeks (I was out of town one of the weeks) and he said it must be done. Then he couldnt find it...I had to describe the machine. I had my reciept, but it didn't have number on it that matched the machine, it was just a printer paper reciept. He finally found it, proved that it worked, I paid and took it home. We used it for the first time today, and it does work, but smells so bad I can't stand it...like someone used it to clean up milk or something equally as sour. I took a closer look, it's the same Dyson type, but when I took it apart to see if the filter looked like it was new or my old one with a tear on the rubber part (still worked, I just accidently tore it a few months ago when removing to clean it) The tear wasnt there, and the filter was definitely there when the real owner used it to get up something yucky, it was all sticky inside. I called the shop to b*tch, but they've taken a long weekend for the holiday. GRRRR I left to go to Target to buy a new vac...this house needs serious cleaning, and that was my plan for the day. The majority of the downstairs is Pergo, and my little Swiffer vac just can't handle the job. I found a lightweight Hoover, that I've now used on the whole house, and decided I like better than the beastly Dyson! I'm still going to pursue getting my real machine back, and just keep it upstairs.

 

[mphalens]

That is so neat that you are getting a Britax!!!! How did tyou get that?

Britax's USA facility is actually around the corner from my house (technically it's in Ft Mill, SC, but I live on the NC/SC line in Charlotte) ... I got on an advisory board (after trying for many years to do so!!!) and when you do a focus group for them you can either get paid cash (but only $50-100) or you can pick the carseat of your choice!!!! Of course I'll take the carseat!!!!

So I just got a new Frontier85 in Onyx for DS#1 ... have to install it in DH's car and take out the Nautilus that's about to expire (if it hasn't already -I can't see the sticker with it installed )...


Um, I used to watch The Monkees on tv ... with an antennae ... every day after school ... I LOVED the Monkees!!!! And I'll be 32 this May

Who can point me in the right direction for Star Wars fabrics??? I haven't seen any at Hobby Lobby, Walmart or Hancock ...

I'm very happy with how the decoupaged dinosaur jeans came out for DS#2 (he wore them to an egg hunt today and got lots of compliments) but he wants a matching t-shirt (the plain red t doesn't cut it for him apparently ) ... so I've read the tutorial 100 times for "hand appliqued" designs ... but I'm scared to try it on my own!!! I think I'm going to pick up the interfacing though ...

 

[Blyssfull]

OK...thought I'd show my age a bit here...I just downloaded The Monkees Greatest Hits...it is making the housecleaning go a bit easier. Just hope I don't wake hubby up (he works nights) with my wee bit off key singing at the top of my lungs!

Needed something to lift my mood today!



Nini

I remember when I was little watching the Monkee's TV show. I loved it!! And gosh, I have no idea how old I was but I know I was too young to have the crush on Davy that I did. Those are good memories! My kids call my MIL Nene, I think it's soo cute!!



Thanks for the info on the pattern. You ladies are really wonderful to share all of your wisdom with us newcomers and to be so helpful. I can't really express in words the gratitude I have for y'all. I wish there was a way to give back! :/



Chiara-- my heart really goes out to you. You're in my thoughts and prayers. I can't even watch St. Jude commercials without still crying like crazy over the loss of my nephew. I would love to volunteer at a Children's hospital or Ronald McDonald House but I just don't think I could do it. So, that you can sit and watch to learn as much as you can to benefit your son is a true act of perseverance. You're a great mom.


Hope everyone has a blessed Easter!!

 

[GlassSlippers]

Me too! I remember when I worked at McDonalds, a Big Mac, large fries, and large coke was 1.68!

Remember the "change back from your dollar" McDonald's commercials? The guy rummaged in his pockets for coins and had just $1. He ordered two cheeseburgers, a small order of fries and a small (what is now child size) coke and was given change back. Can't do that any more!

Lori in East Podunk

 

[branmuffin]

Ok doing my part, and a good sized vent here too...

Here's the vent. I sent my Dyson vac in for repair, it wouldn't suck things up from the bottom, but the wand still worked when I pulled it out. I couldn't find the clog, so it went to the Dr. This guy, or starting with his father at lease, has been in the same business location for 30+ years. He said 3-4 days, but I never got a call, so I stopped in after 3 weeks (I was out of town one of the weeks) and he said it must be done. Then he couldnt find it...I had to describe the machine. I had my reciept, but it didn't have number on it that matched the machine, it was just a printer paper reciept. He finally found it, proved that it worked, I paid and took it home. We used it for the first time today, and it does work, but smells so bad I can't stand it...like someone used it to clean up milk or something equally as sour. I took a closer look, it's the same Dyson type, but when I took it apart to see if the filter looked like it was new or my old one with a tear on the rubber part (still worked, I just accidently tore it a few months ago when removing to clean it) The tear wasnt there, and the filter was definitely there when the real owner used it to get up something yucky, it was all sticky inside. I called the shop to b*tch, but they've taken a long weekend for the holiday. GRRRR I left to go to Target to buy a new vac...this house needs serious cleaning, and that was my plan for the day. The majority of the downstairs is Pergo, and my little Swiffer vac just can't handle the job. I found a lightweight Hoover, that I've now used on the whole house, and decided I like better than the beastly Dyson! I'm still going to pursue getting my real machine back, and just keep it upstairs.

Nanci- that is a tough break about your Dyson. I borrowed my Bro & SIL's Dyson this week while they're out of town thinking I would get my carpets really clean. When I went to use it, it made the loudest awful noise! I asked her about it (I was afraid I'd broken her $500 vacuum ) She said it is always that loud! I've wanted one, but now I'm thinking...maybe not. Good luck getting yours back and in good shape!

 

[kidneygirl]

I'm very happy with how the decoupaged dinosaur jeans came out for DS#2 (he wore them to an egg hunt today and got lots of compliments) but he wants a matching t-shirt (the plain red t doesn't cut it for him apparently ) ... so I've read the tutorial 100 times for "hand appliqued" designs ... but I'm scared to try it on my own!!! I think I'm going to pick up the interfacing though ...

My offer still stands...you're more than welcome to come over and I can help you. And you can show me how you did the dinosaur pants!! They are so cute!

 

[tmh0206]

just read on fb that some evil lady is trying to blackmail bows and clothes about her licensed characters...if she doesnt pay her she will turn her in! I can't believe someone would stoop that low, but I guess they will and have.

 

[princesssfws]

I finished up the last outfit for our May trip. This is for dinner at 'Ohanas. I need to stop looking here and etsy b/c I keep adding things I need to make.

Here's Little Miss C modeling:

And on the hanger:

Thanks for looking and for all the inspiration you all provide.

 

[TinkerbelleMom]

just read on fb that some evil lady is trying to blackmail bows and clothes about her licensed characters...if she doesnt pay her she will turn her in! I can't believe someone would stoop that low, but I guess they will and have.

I placed my order today. If it ends up being all bluff on the nasty lady's part Adrienne will have a good run today, I placed my order, lol. I hope it all works out for her, I'd hate to see anyone in trouble.

 

[TinkerbelleMom]

I finished up the last outfit for our May trip. This is for dinner at 'Ohanas. I need to stop looking here and etsy b/c I keep adding things I need to make.

Here's Little Miss C modeling:

And on the hanger:

Thanks for looking and for all the inspiration you all provide.

What a cutie! Shes grown up so much since the pic in your siggy. The dress is nice too, but the baby is cuter.

 

[TinkerbelleMom]

Oh, in case anyone is wondering, yes, I do know how to multi quote, but its a challenge on the iPad Plus,this helps us get to the move faster! we've got 9 pages (plus a few posts) to get to 250...I bet we can do it by tonight if we really try.

 

[branmuffin]

So, hopefully, I'll do this right and put the picture in. What better time to add a pic when we are trying to fill up the pages. This was my first Simply Sweet dress for my DD5. I think it's going to be her Easter dress. It's a little big, but I think I can take some tucks in it. Also, disregard the model's crazy hair: it was early in the morning. Here goes:

http://a6.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/216090_10150560359210557_637540556_18289942

http://a5.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/206854_10150560362515557_637540556_18289952

 

[branmuffin]

ok, so I did not do that correctly. I guess I'll go back to the first page and read the directions again.

 

[NiniMorris]

Remember the "change back from your dollar" McDonald's commercials? The guy rummaged in his pockets for coins and had just $1. He ordered two cheeseburgers, a small order of fries and a small (what is now child size) coke and was given change back. Can't do that any more!

Lori in East Podunk

In 1973, when I was a rising senior, I went to Florida with a church group. We ate at McDonald's 2 meals a day using the "quarter back" meal deal going on...cheeseburger, coke and fries for .75!


...now a happy meal is close to $4!

If the Fedex man is coming it will be within the next little while. It is supposedly on the truck for delivery. we will see!

I've got so much stuff I need to be doing...but so far I have only managed to vacuum the living room! Sheesh!


Nini

 

[cogero]

Just back from shopping with my Mom and Kids. I bought lots of fabric in Joanns and some in Walmart.

I found some Tink and Fairies for DD along with some Buzz fabric for DS.

We had fun and went to Friendly;s toom

My mom was so happy today because J gave her a hug spontaneously.

OH and my mom bought me a universal carrying case for my sewing machine since I have bringing it to work.

I had a really great time with them today.