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

[DMGeurts]

I don't need any immediately -- but I hate not to have enough if I need it in the future. Grrr! Can't decide. I'm going to hold off for a bit though. I may have you get some if you come down in August b/c that way I won't have to pay for shipping (unless you decide to charge me your air fare which I wouldn't put past you!). Could you do me a favor though and the next time you are at Joann's see if they have a white on white swirl? It doesn't match the black one -- the swirls on the white are thin. It's my favorite white on white I have ever seen and I bought what was left on the bolt and it's all used up. I will see if I have a wee bit left that I can take a pic of. Don't need it immediately, but again, was just an all time favorite of mine and I know I would use it (along with the hundreds of dollars worth of fabric I bought that I know I will use!).

I will look - I am going in the morning... I am out of yellow thread now... I have to finish this bag and get it in the mail tomorrow... First it was the orange fabric, and now it's the yellow thread.

I know I have seen your white fabric at my store - I debated on it for one of my whites. I will look for the black too.

Carrie - I really love your Star Wars costume! That is just amazing! And beautiful!

Sandi - I love your latest dress too... I really love that ruffle going up the skirt, it really adds a whole new dimension to the dress.

D~

 

[Disney Yooper]

I will look - I am going in the morning... I am out of yellow thread now... I have to finish this bag and get it in the mail tomorrow... First it was the orange fabric, and now it's the yellow thread.

I know I have seen your white fabric at my store - I debated on it for one of my whites. I will look for the black too.

Carrie - I really love your Star Wars costume! That is just amazing! And beautiful!

Sandi - I love your latest dress too... I really love that ruffle going up the skirt, it really adds a whole new dimension to the dress.

D~

Boy, the person that is getting this bag better appreciate all the trouble you have been going to for it. LOL I'm sorry to hear about your current woes.

 

[Disney Yooper]

I got some sewing done today. Minor projects compared to what most of you are doing but I'm happy with the results. I'm just getting started with my sewing again. I made 3 shoe bags for my DH for our Disney cruise. I still need to make our FE and 3 shoe bags for myself.

 

[nowellsl]

I decided to try a little project this afternoon, so I made something from youcanmakethis.com. It's a microwave bowl potholder. These are from my bargain fabrics from Tuesday Morning!

supposed to keep you from burning yourself taking a hot bowl out of the microwave. You actually put the whole thing in the microwave. I haven't tried it yet

 

[Disney Yooper]

I decided to try a little project this afternoon, so I made something from youcanmakethis.com. It's a microwave bowl potholder. These are from my bargain fabrics from Tuesday Morning!

supposed to keep you from burning yourself taking a hot bowl out of the microwave. You actually put the whole thing in the microwave. I haven't tried it yet

That is really cute. I saw that the other day and wondered how it would work. Let us know when you try it.

 

[VBAndrea]

I decided to try a little project this afternoon, so I made something from youcanmakethis.com. It's a microwave bowl potholder. These are from my bargain fabrics from Tuesday Morning!

supposed to keep you from burning yourself taking a hot bowl out of the microwave. You actually put the whole thing in the microwave. I haven't tried it yet

Very neat! I want one!!! I have never heard of such a thing. That is a pattern I may need to purchase -- but I want a report of how well it works first! And this is weird -- I remember the dot fabric in your fabric pic but not the other fabric -- and I love that fabric! You think I really would have noticed it! Your sewing looks great too -- I think on a project like that my stitches might appear wonky.

 

[VBAndrea]

Time to share some pictures. First up is the outfit I made for the birthday boy (my sister's boyfriend's grandson who turned 4). Clearly they are huge Yankees fans.

Problem 1 -- the shorts look "off" in the crotch but I double checked after sewing and I did not sew them upside down. I wrapped the pockets 1 inch to the sides/back and I wonder if that makes them look funny. I meant to have dd try them on but forgot.

Problem 2 -- doing the shirt my hoop came partially unattached and really ruined the embroidery. In the first pic you can't tell, but look up close -- I really should have taken a before pic as I worked miracles, though it is very far from perfect. I didn't have time to buy a new shirt -- nor did I want to spend another $10.

And dd's outfit -- she's a mess but I'm not apologizing because it's not allowed. Forgot to take pics at the party so this is her after swimming hair. Skirt appliques are Planet Applique and shirt is Heather Sue. If this outfit look familiar it should -- I made two of these with mickey head pirate shirts for Madison's BG. I have been dying to make one for dd and this was a pirate themed party so I had the perfect excuse.

Thanks for looking!

 

[VBAndrea]

I decided to try a little project this afternoon, so I made something from youcanmakethis.com. It's a microwave bowl potholder. These are from my bargain fabrics from Tuesday Morning!

supposed to keep you from burning yourself taking a hot bowl out of the microwave. You actually put the whole thing in the microwave. I haven't tried it yet

Do you really need a walking foot to make this???? I don't have one but it's on the supply list.

Was it easy to find the microwavable batting? Is it expensive?

 

[nowellsl]

Do you really need a walking foot to make this???? I don't have one but it's on the supply list.

Was it easy to find the microwavable batting? Is it expensive?

I don't even know what a walking foot is I just used my regular foot. The only problem I had was topstitching around the edges, because it is really thick. Also, it doesn't say to trim the corners before you turn it right side out, but I did. I don't think they would have looked right with all that batting still in there. It did get a little wonky in spots, I had to pull the fabric to get it past the spots where it's especially thick. I got the batting at Joanne's, at the time it was half price - around $5.00. It's called "Warm Tater". It has directions for making a cloth bag to cook potatoes in - in the microwave. There was a yard in the bag.

 

[PurpleEars]

Speaking of Cayman's, where has Shakisha been????? SHe gets a new machine and loads of fabric and then disappears on us!

A twin needle actually would not work for the pockets. One of the stitch lines is from assembly of the pocket before sewing it to the pants to make it easier to sew on. The outer stitch line is the stitch that attaches the pocket to the shorts. I guess when I gave Amy lessons I forgot to tell her to lay off the margaritas while sewing (ok, she is going ot hate me now -- I am j/k -- love you Amy!!!!).

I totally agree that we haven't seen Shakisha in a while. I hope she and her family are doing well and she is just having too much fun with the machine!

Your explanation totally makes sense. Where is the "duh" smilely? I usually just serge the 3 raw edges, iron the raw edges to the wrong side, and just edgestitch the pockets, so it is just one line for me.

Hi everyone! I haven't posted in ages and haven't even lurked in a few months due to going back to college but I'm on spring break so I'm trying to look back a few pages to see all the awesome things people are doing.

We are going to WDW in April 2013 and I need some ideas for DD6. I also have DS13 and DS10 but they will not wear anything Mickey. I would love to try and do a pirate Mickey head t-shirt for them, maybe if it's little they won't mind.

Welcome back! I am sure you will come up with ideas for your DD in no time. For your boys, I would suggest looking at polos and doing small embroideries on them. DH would wear Disney polos with a max 2" embroidery (actually, he wears those just about everyday - even to work!)

I decided to try a little project this afternoon, so I made something from youcanmakethis.com. It's a microwave bowl potholder. These are from my bargain fabrics from Tuesday Morning!

supposed to keep you from burning yourself taking a hot bowl out of the microwave. You actually put the whole thing in the microwave. I haven't tried it yet

Please let me know how that works out for you. I almost bought that pattern when they had the $5 pattern sale. I decided to hold off on it as I had a few other patterns in my cart at the time.

Time to share some pictures. First up is the outfit I made for the birthday boy (my sister's boyfriend's grandson who turned 4). Clearly they are huge Yankees fans.

Problem 1 -- the shorts look "off" in the crotch but I double checked after sewing and I did not sew them upside down. I wrapped the pockets 1 inch to the sides/back and I wonder if that makes them look funny. I meant to have dd try them on but forgot.

Problem 2 -- doing the shirt my hoop came partially unattached and really ruined the embroidery. In the first pic you can't tell, but look up close -- I really should have taken a before pic as I worked miracles, though it is very far from perfect. I didn't have time to buy a new shirt -- nor did I want to spend another $10.

And dd's outfit -- she's a mess but I'm not apologizing because it's not allowed. Forgot to take pics at the party so this is her after swimming hair. Skirt appliques are Planet Applique and shirt is Heather Sue. If this outfit look familiar it should -- I made two of these with mickey head pirate shirts for Madison's BG. I have been dying to make one for dd and this was a pirate themed party so I had the perfect excuse.

Thanks for looking!

The pirate set looks great. Your DD has beautiful long hair! The Yankee set looked fine from where I sit - great job on rescuing the shirt and not spend another $10.

 

[Sandi S]

I decided to try a little project this afternoon, so I made something from youcanmakethis.com. It's a microwave bowl potholder. These are from my bargain fabrics from Tuesday Morning!

supposed to keep you from burning yourself taking a hot bowl out of the microwave. You actually put the whole thing in the microwave. I haven't tried it yet

That is really cool!

And dd's outfit -- she's a mess but I'm not apologizing because it's not allowed. Forgot to take pics at the party so this is her after swimming hair. Skirt appliques are Planet Applique and shirt is Heather Sue. If this outfit look familiar it should -- I made two of these with mickey head pirate shirts for Madison's BG. I have been dying to make one for dd and this was a pirate themed party so I had the perfect excuse.

Thanks for looking!

This is really adorable - I love the appliques.

I don't even know what a walking foot is I just used my regular foot. The only problem I had was topstitching around the edges, because it is really thick. Also, it doesn't say to trim the corners before you turn it right side out, but I did. I don't think they would have looked right with all that batting still in there. It did get a little wonky in spots, I had to pull the fabric to get it past the spots where it's especially thick. I got the batting at Joanne's, at the time it was half price - around $5.00. It's called "Warm Tater". It has directions for making a cloth bag to cook potatoes in - in the microwave. There was a yard in the bag.

A walking foot feeds the fabric on the top and the bottom at the same rate. It is highly recommended for quilting because the layers won't shift. I have also found it comes in handy if you make something like long drapes.

I cut out 3 pairs of Mickey shorts - one for each of my boys - from the great navy Mickey print boardshort fabric I got from Fabric Fairy. Then I cut the pattern again in a Snoopy 4th of July print for my youngest son. I will applique him a Snoopy tee to match..

 

[miprender]

Time to share some pictures. First up is the outfit I made for the birthday boy (my sister's boyfriend's grandson who turned 4). Clearly they are huge Yankees fans.

Problem 1 -- the shorts look "off" in the crotch but I double checked after sewing and I did not sew them upside down. I wrapped the pockets 1 inch to the sides/back and I wonder if that makes them look funny. I meant to have dd try them on but forgot.

Problem 2 -- doing the shirt my hoop came partially unattached and really ruined the embroidery. In the first pic you can't tell, but look up close -- I really should have taken a before pic as I worked miracles, though it is very far from perfect. I didn't have time to buy a new shirt -- nor did I want to spend another $10.

And dd's outfit -- she's a mess but I'm not apologizing because it's not allowed. Forgot to take pics at the party so this is her after swimming hair. Skirt appliques are Planet Applique and shirt is Heather Sue. If this outfit look familiar it should -- I made two of these with mickey head pirate shirts for Madison's BG. I have been dying to make one for dd and this was a pirate themed party so I had the perfect excuse.

Thanks for looking!

I just this pirate set and it looks adorable on your DD.

The bday outfit looks adorable and great job on recovering the design. I don't think anyone will notice.

I decided to try a little project this afternoon, so I made something from youcanmakethis.com. It's a microwave bowl potholder. These are from my bargain fabrics from Tuesday Morning!

supposed to keep you from burning yourself taking a hot bowl out of the microwave. You actually put the whole thing in the microwave. I haven't tried it yet

What a cute pattern.

 

[Mouse7116]

Just saying hello - I've been admiring all of your work! I am a quilter and do not really do any clothing construction but I'm feeling really inspired by the embroidery applique. Which leads me to my question, much to my husband's chagrin as I now think I need an embroidery machine....

QUESTION: Which machine would you recommend for a beginner and what size hoop do you get the most use out of? I saw a couple at Walmart but was hesitant and one had a 5x7 hoop size the other was 4x4 and I wasn't sure what would really give me the most versatility (although I am assuming the 5x7).

I'm thinking that I would be able to use it in my quilting and make shirts for our Disney trips, possibly some Christmas presents. I have a DS 3 would I'm sure would benefit greatly from having some of his clothes customized....

Thank you all and Happy Sewing!

 

[VBAndrea]

I don't even know what a walking foot is I just used my regular foot. The only problem I had was topstitching around the edges, because it is really thick. Also, it doesn't say to trim the corners before you turn it right side out, but I did. I don't think they would have looked right with all that batting still in there. It did get a little wonky in spots, I had to pull the fabric to get it past the spots where it's especially thick. I got the batting at Joanne's, at the time it was half price - around $5.00. It's called "Warm Tater". It has directions for making a cloth bag to cook potatoes in - in the microwave. There was a yard in the bag.

I can't see any wobbly stitching -- it looks really good. I would only worry about it looking perfect if I made them for gifts. You should see the nasty old hot pads I use on a daily basis -- they are soooo old they are gross. My mom me me one before I went to optometry school so it's 20 years old (she likely made a set but I only have one left).

I totally agree that we haven't seen Shakisha in a while. I hope she and her family are doing well and she is just having too much fun with the machine!

Your explanation totally makes sense. Where is the "duh" smilely? I usually just serge the 3 raw edges, iron the raw edges to the wrong side, and just edgestitch the pockets, so it is just one line for me.

Please let me know how that works out for you. I almost bought that pattern when they had the $5 pattern sale. I decided to hold off on it as I had a few other patterns in my cart at the time.

The pirate set looks great. Your DD has beautiful long hair! The Yankee set looked fine from where I sit - great job on rescuing the shirt and not spend another $10.

I am expecting Shakisha to post a photo album of creations next time we see her!

Amy doesn't have a serger so folding the edges under is how I taught her and I just did mine for the baseball shorts the same way. But now that you mention it, when I did the P&F set I may have just serged them -- can't remember.

I think that pattern is only around $5.50 anyway. But like you, I'll probably wait for a sale and then buy a couple of patterns. I want and adult pattern for a peasant style (forget what the name is but it's Carla's).

Thanks for the compliments -- and that's my dd's hair after cutting 6 inches off! Though it honestly looks like it's grown an inch or two after we cut it. The NY on the shirt actually looks ok from a distance -- but up close -- eeeks!!!

A walking foot feeds the fabric on the top and the bottom at the same rate. It is highly recommended for quilting because the layers won't shift. I have also found it comes in handy if you make something like long drapes.

I've heard walking feet are good few sewing on vinyl too. I just hate to spend the money on one! They are not cheap.

I just this pirate set and it looks adorable on your DD.

The bday outfit looks adorable and great job on recovering the design. I don't think anyone will notice.

Thank you. From a distance the logo looks fine. Up close not so much at all. Trust me, the mom will notice when she irons it! I just feel really bad b/c it was a gift -- I like gift items to look nicer.

Just saying hello - I've been admiring all of your work! I am a quilter and do not really do any clothing construction but I'm feeling really inspired by the embroidery applique. Which leads me to my question, much to my husband's chagrin as I now think I need an embroidery machine....

QUESTION: Which machine would you recommend for a beginner and what size hoop do you get the most use out of? I saw a couple at Walmart but was hesitant and one had a 5x7 hoop size the other was 4x4 and I wasn't sure what would really give me the most versatility (although I am assuming the 5x7).

I'm thinking that I would be able to use it in my quilting and make shirts for our Disney trips, possibly some Christmas presents. I have a DS 3 would I'm sure would benefit greatly from having some of his clothes customized....

Thank you all and Happy Sewing!

Definitely a 5x7 hoop. Most of us beginners get the Brother PE 770. It's not too pricey and does a great job. I got one last year for Mother's Day and I love it!

 

[love to stitch]

Time to share some pictures. First up is the outfit I made for the birthday boy (my sister's boyfriend's grandson who turned 4). Clearly they are huge Yankees fans.

Problem 1 -- the shorts look "off" in the crotch but I double checked after sewing and I did not sew them upside down. I wrapped the pockets 1 inch to the sides/back and I wonder if that makes them look funny. I meant to have dd try them on but forgot.

Problem 2 -- doing the shirt my hoop came partially unattached and really ruined the embroidery. In the first pic you can't tell, but look up close -- I really should have taken a before pic as I worked miracles, though it is very far from perfect. I didn't have time to buy a new shirt -- nor did I want to spend another $10.

And dd's outfit -- she's a mess but I'm not apologizing because it's not allowed. Forgot to take pics at the party so this is her after swimming hair. Skirt appliques are Planet Applique and shirt is Heather Sue. If this outfit look familiar it should -- I made two of these with mickey head pirate shirts for Madison's BG. I have been dying to make one for dd and this was a pirate themed party so I had the perfect excuse.

Thanks for looking!

Those are super cute outfits.

 

[dianemom2]

Very cute! What a great idea! I'm going to have to try making a few of those. I have some great fabric scraps that should work perfectly.

Time to share some pictures. First up is the outfit I made for the birthday boy (my sister's boyfriend's grandson who turned 4). Clearly they are huge Yankees fans.

Thanks for looking!

Andrea I love both outfits! The Yankees outfit looks perfect to me. I didn't see either of the problems. What a great outfit for a little boy!

And I love Alexa's pirate outfit. What a cute summer outfit for her. She must have been a real hit at the pirate birthday party!

QUESTION: Which machine would you recommend for a beginner and what size hoop do you get the most use out of? I saw a couple at Walmart but was hesitant and one had a 5x7 hoop size the other was 4x4 and I wasn't sure what would really give me the most versatility (although I am assuming the 5x7).

I'm thinking that I would be able to use it in my quilting and make shirts for our Disney trips, possibly some Christmas presents. I have a DS 3 would I'm sure would benefit greatly from having some of his clothes customized....

Thank you all and Happy Sewing!

We all love our embroidery machines. I would strongly urge you to buy something with at least a 5x7 hoop. Lots of us on here started out with a machine that had a 4x4 hoop and then we quickly replaced it with something with a larger hoop. I found that a 4x4 design just wasn't large enough for me. I have a machine that goes all the way up to a 6x10 hoop but honestly I use the 5x7 hoop the most often. I have a Babylock Ellageo that I love but many people on here have the Brother machine that Andrea suggested and find it perfect for their needs. I am certain that your DS3 would love some custom Disney outfits!

 

[cogero]

Andrea I really like the baseball set even if it is the Yankees. LOL. Very cute.

I also love the pirate set. I am reading just been crazy busy.

 

[PurpleEars]

I am on my way to work so I will just swing by and ask my question:

DH suggested last night to upgrade to a deluxe for our August trip. I brought up the idea of renting DVC. Does anyone have pts to rent or know someone who does? Please pm me if you do.

Now you may return to your regular programming. Thanks!

 

[aboveH20]

again!

I'll give a quick update and then go back and read.

I had my thyroid removed on Wednesday. I thought it was a fairly routine operation, kinda like tonsils or appendix (both of which I still have ). Five days later I can only whisper and I gag on liquids -- so I've been having Ensure and baby fruits. Nothing like that diet to make you feel old!

I get the impression the doctor thinks I'm faking. He was not happy that the nurses and I wanted me to stay an extra night. I knew my husband would be a nervous wreck watching me to see if I'd choke in my sleep.

With our cruise just a month away, I'm wondering if I'll be able to eat. I have a followup appointment with him next Tuesday.

Throughout all of this I keep thinking of the Make a Wish families and know that my situation pales in comparison with theirs.

<----- my world's a little upside down now

 

[loveappletrees]

again!
Throughout all of this I keep thinking of the Make a Wish families and know that my situation pales in comparison with theirs.

<----- my world's a little upside down now

I haven't been here forever & I came on today to ask about pillowcase dresses, but I'm glad I did.

I don't know you and you have no idea who I am but I wanted to say, that you may think your recovery difficulties might not seem big in someone else's eyes (especially when compared to the plight of some of our wish kids), But you shouldn't discount it— in reality, it still is a big thing for you and your family and you shouldn't devalue what you are going through and how you are feeling.
We Wish moms may gripe in our heads sometimes asking why our kids have been given such a hard road. Sometimes we even gripe out loud!! But we can definitely sympathize with someone else who is having troubles of their own. I hope you feel better soon.

Now, does anyone have any tips or links for an easy pillowcase dress? I'd like to make one that has an alternating strip of fabric at the bottom...