Disboutiquers Part 8 Kids Disney Boutique / Customs Clothes psst..we sew

[eeyore3847]

These are all great!!

Thanks I had fun making them.. I hope someone will love them as much as I loved making theml!
Lori

 

[minnie2]

Here is a purse I made last week. It looks better in person then in this picture.

This is an outfit I made for my nephew. I screwed up and the stretch of the fabric is wrong. UGH! Oh well it is the thought that counts right?

It will match the outfit I made his sister a few weeks ago.

 

[mommyof3princess]

Do you think this is too girly for my son... My husband says yes and now I am sad he will not get to wear it... now what do I do with it.. ok what do you all think!

Lori

I think they are cute for a boy my sil has a 2yo son and she said she would let him wear them. My dh thinks they are fine for a boy. Maybe it's just a matter of opnion in this matter. Go with what you feel strongly with. It could just be a matter of putting a different color shirt with it maybe a blue polo just trying to keep you from starting over I hope I helped. He is adorable by the way. Kinda wish I had a boy sometimes.

Hi My Friends....I wanted to let you all know that I did go see my best friend today who is dying from cancer. I am so THANKFUL that I went..so very, very thankful. It was very hard emotionally but Peggy was so glad I was there. They had been limiting people's visits to ten minutes but she didn't want me to go. I was there in her room for almost 2 hours. Yes, I cried and cried and so did she but she held my hand and told me it was okay. She has always been more concerned about how I was doing than with herself. She is older than me and has told me nurmerous times since she has been sick that I am the daughter she never had. She said she would have been honored to be my Mother which of course got me crying again. She cried and told me that she loved my letter that I sent her and that it meant the world to her. That made me feel so good too. She also gave me one of her favorite things and told me that it reminded her of me and that she wanted me to have it. I will cherish it always.

It had only been a few weeks since I had actually seen her, though we had spoke on the phone. However, in those short weeks, her body had changed drastically. It was hard to see her so frail and thin, and of course it is devastating to see how much pain she is in. She looked so tired and worn out and I kept telling her I would let her get some rest but she did not want me to go. So again, I am so THANKFUL that I went and spent this time with her. I love her dearly and will miss her so much!

One of her favorite books was "Marley and Me" (about a dog) and that is because they have always had dogs. They never had children. About a month ago I went to the movies with her and her husband and we talked about seeing "Marley and Me" the movie. It is coming out around Christmas time and so Peggy made me promise I would go see it in her honor and have an icee and popcorn for her. It made me laugh....but you know I will be there!!! Absolutely!!!

Her husband said he wanted to talk to me before I left as he wanted to ask me to do something. Turns out he wants me to help him create a slideshow of pictures and music to show at Peggy's funeral. I hope to create a beautiful one in honor of Peggy. I don't think she has much time left here but as she said to me with tears, "don't worry Bethie...I will see you again"!!!

And I believe her!!!

Anyway, I just wanted to thank all of you again for the kind words and prayers. You guys are all so sweet on here!!! Hugs to all of you!!!

I am so glad you were able to spend extra time with her. And she gave you something special to keep to remember her. I am sorry you are losing your dear friend. I hope we can all help you through this hard time.

I lurk here to admire all of the creations that have been made by all of you talented sewers. All the while I have been wishing I could sew something that won't fall apart after the first washing and minus the zigzigs that appeared dispite the fact that the machine was set to a straight stitch. I have been inspired to try to make something for my upcoming trip. I got some Minnie Dot fabric at Joann's. I like the kids dresses but being plus sized and 40 I doubt I can pull off a twirl skirt unless I was going to be clogging(which I never got past beginner)...lol. So, I was thinking that a frilly apron that I can wear over my regular clothes would be an option. This is the pattern I got. http://www.butterick.com/item/B4838.htm?search=apron&page=1
What do you think?

OT side note: I registered on the Big Give Board and got an email that my account was activated but I am not able to log in. Any ideas what is happening?

I like the apron. I would never have thought to do that. I am plus size myself I hate drawing attention to myself. I like blending in but I love your idea. And welcome out of lurkdom. Good luck with it. If you have any problems with it I am sure someone here can help you. They are all great.

Rylie just walked in here and was telling me something! She does not say things very plain, and so sometimes I can't understand her. Well, she walks up to me and all I can smell is baby powder! I asked her to show me what she had done. Well, she had gotten deodorant and rubbed it all over her arms! At least she smells good!

And here I am trying to get mine to remember to put hers on everyday. she can get stinky.

I hear you I had the same issue last yr then come mid yr and report card they faulted him because he couldn't do letter bends like ou! UGH! I so feel your pain!


thanks I may try bias tape next time.
Good luck with the medical issues. You and your family are in my thoughts!


Ok I need to vent again!
Nikki's principal called me AGAIn and I got scolded because I keep bringing up her lack of communication skills and the principal said I can't bring up her past poor communications skill issues because it doesn't apply. Well I think it does if it keeps happening!!!! She said I will find huge differences between 2nd and 3rd grade but when I mentioned that the other 3rd grade teacher has wonderful communication skills with parents. She didn't want to hear it. So from how she sees it is she won't take a habitual issue into effect?!?!? Then I said I wanted and tried to extend an olive branch to the teacher for my kids sake and I would like to have a conversation with her to do so she told me to drop it! OMG I am so pissed AGAIN!

I was so close to telling her NOT to talk to me like a child I am not her student I am an adult!

then I was told to go to her with issues concerning Nikki not the teacher or the nurse! HUH? Nikki has a medical issue she is not a medical professional! I even explained that I got to the nurse because she IS the medical professional and she told me NO!

How bad is it when you wished your kid hated school so you would have an excuse to homeschool her?!?!? Problem is she LOVES school and her friends there and thankfully the teacher doesn't seem to treat Nik any differently since our issues which is good. Though I wonder if Nik just isn't telling me because she is so moody lately or is it that she is just hitting that moody age...

UGH! I swear all of this stress is going to make my thyroid issue come back!

Well I hope your thyroid problem does not come back and I am glad you are able to vent somewhere. And chances are someone here has been in the same spot as you. I do hope all goes well and you keep us posted.

OMG!!! I almost choked on my cookie! That is too funny!!!!!



Prayers...




BE VERY CAREFUL WITH THE COLDSTONE CAKE!!!! The icing will stain...EVERYTHING!!!! We had a spider man for Patrick's BD last year and the red stained me and the kids! And those things are hard as rocks...be sure to set out a little before you serve and use a serated (cna't spell...I'm free to admit!) knife.


Oh...THE COOKIES ARE SO GOOD!!! Yep, made them this am. As I was getting ready to mix them, I thought...hey this stuff would fit in a jar! You know, like the cookie mixes in a jar you see around the holidays...but this is much less work! I tried it with a medium size mason jar, don't know the measurement, I'll figure that out later...but the cake mix and the chips fit perfect. So, for those last minute gifts, a basket from the dollar store, a jar with the mix, the can of pumkin, a wooden spoon, maybe a tea towel...I'll be keeping that stuff on hand.

And, because I live in the south and all things need to be more fattening...I tried a glaze with powdered sugar and milk on top...YUMMY!

Thanks for the idea I love giving homemade gifts. Just as long as you don't mind me doing it.

So I have probably mentioned that I am kind of a chicken and haven't really figured (never even taken it out of the box actually) out how to use my ruffle foot right? Well now I have bought the Singer serger and am scare to use that too ! I swear I will figure them both out this weekend but really, what is my problem? This is ridiculous! I am excited about both of them since it will make my life easier but I have to get over this fear I have!

When I bought my new brother sewing machine the fancy push button kind I was so scared to take it out of the box my dh finally did it for me after me staring at it for 3 days. I was so scared to break it. But I zooooom right along now. Good luck.

Here is a purse I made last week. It looks better in person then in this picture.

This is an outfit I made for my nephew. I screwed up and the stretch of the fabric is wrong. UGH! Oh well it is the thought that counts right?

It will match the outfit I made his sister a few weeks ago.

I Love that skirt I don't think I have seen a twirl like that before.

 

[charlinn]

Do you think this is too girly for my son... My husband says yes and now I am sad he will not get to wear it... now what do I do with it.. ok what do you all think!

Lori

Well..IMHO I agree that if you put a different color shirt (ie: blue/boyish color), it would help it not look girlie. It is adorable, and quite age appropriate, IMO!! Great Job!

 

[charlinn]

Here is a purse I made last week. It looks better in person then in this picture.

This is an outfit I made for my nephew. I screwed up and the stretch of the fabric is wrong. UGH! Oh well it is the thought that counts right?

It will match the outfit I made his sister a few weeks ago.

Love this purse!! Adorable!

 

[jham]

But, on the plus side, I've lost ELEVEN pounds!!! I never lose weight this fast, so I am thrilled!!!



Thank you! I'm already feeling better today than yesterday.


I wasn't so concerned with her not reading fluently as I was concerned that she's going to get left behind by her teacher if I can't figure out how to make it "click" with her. This is something we were told they would have to know by the end of the year, not before school started. Most of the kids in her class took a class called "BK" last year. It's almost exactly the same as kindergarten, but it's for kids who aren't quite ready for K yet. So, they've already done all this stuff. Tessa is loving school and she loves to learn, so I'm sure she'll catch up. I was just surprised because I thought she was pretty advanced to be able to read a little before school started!


I'm looking forward to seeing them! Sawyer loves Dumbo and I had been eyeing a Dumbo applique design on .


I don't know how to help you, but I do know that my sister is NOT the person to help you through this issue.

OMGosh! I love love love the capes.....how cool is that!
I made t-shirts thru them and they didn't fit. They sent me a new size and when I tried to return the other ones they said...no problem just keep them. They do have fast shipping!
I love your skirt.....the colors are great together. How did you do the hem again??? Was it hard?

Thanks! I used bias tape on the hem. They are simple to make, just time consuming.

I am making Madi a patchwork twirl jumper She is a size 3-4. I have 1/2 yd of 4 fabrics so a total of 2 yrds; from the bodice to hem is 16in; she is 22 in around. What size do I need to make the squares so it will come out right? I am soooooo bad at math

are you saying bottom of the bodice to hem is 16" ? so your skirt part of the jumper is 16"? I'm guessing so because Madi is the same size as Lily and that sounds about right. I usually use 4" squares, but since a jumper skirt is longer than a regular skirt I would go with like 5 1/3" squares (plus seam allowance) so that you only have to do 3 tiers instead of 4. Then I would do the top tier double the width of the bottom of your bodice and double each tier in width. Does that make sense? No time to get into more detailed math because I have to run Luke to a birthday party.

 

[eeyore3847]

Here is a purse I made last week. It looks better in person then in this picture.

LOVE THE Bag.. I love the prints!

 

[charlinn]

 

[longaberger_lara]

okay, I hope this makes sense, I'm no Linnette! and I had to write with a "fat" marker, but a couple of people asked, so here are the dimensions for the reversible cape. I used about a 1/4" seam allowance and left an opening at the bottom big enough for my hand so I could turn it right side out. Then I used a little piece of stitch witchery to close the opening without showing any stitching. When I put the velcro on I just remembered to put one side on one color and the other side on the other color (before I stitched around the edgs) to keep me from messing up.

Thank you so much!! I'm sure Nate will love one and when I get it made I'll post pix!

 

[Cherlynn25]

These turned out so cute! I really like the fall one! She looks adorable. you did a great job

 

[sahm1000]

So I ventured into unknown territory today and used both my serger AND ruffler! YEAH ME! Actually I didn't really sew anything I was just trying to figure them out. The serger came already threaded (yeah Teresa I should have looked at that before I ran out and bought the thread!) so I left good alone be and just turned it on and it worked! Quick question since I've never actually seen one in use before - I am assuming since it is a serger that I don't have to go back over something to lock in the stitch right? That is the purpose of the serger, correct? Let me know if I am doing it wrong please!

The ruffler for whatever reason was a little more difficult though! I finally got it on (and yes this took a little bit of work on my part even though it was a snap on one ). It worked and I think I adjusted the thing correctly but about every other time it kind of jammed up and didn't work right. Do other people's rufflers do that or do I need to keep figuring it out? Do you think it could be that my machine doesn't work quite right with it? It is a universal ruffler (for snap on machines) made by Janome and I have the brother machine from Costco. Any advice is appreciated!

 

[charlinn]

These turned out so cute! I really like the fall one! She looks adorable. you did a great job

Thanks so much!! It was my first time using YCMT Patterns...actually my first time sewing with a pattern (that I finished). I am so excited...I have all weekend to cook, clean, & sew!! How boring am I!! LOL!!

 

[eeyore3847]

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she is super cute!

 

[eeyore3847]

So I ventured into unknown territory today and used both my serger AND ruffler! YEAH ME! Actually I didn't really sew anything I was just trying to figure them out. The serger came already threaded (yeah Teresa I should have looked at that before I ran out and bought the thread!) so I left good alone be and just turned it on and it worked! Quick question since I've never actually seen one in use before - I am assuming since it is a serger that I don't have to go back over something to lock in the stitch right? That is the purpose of the serger, correct? Let me know if I am doing it wrong please!

you are correct!

 

[Tinka_Belle]

Hi everyone I spoke with Chloe's mom this morning and she started crying. She just could not believe there were people out there that would do this for her daughter without knowing her. I found out her shoe size it's a 1 so I am thinking size 1 or 2 would be great. These are the pictures I took of the twom of them today. Chloe was proud to be wearing the blue flower shirt Megan had just given her a few days ago. Every day this week she has gotten to wear something new to her. And i know it makes her happy. Normally she is shorter than Megan but she has I would say 2 inch plastic heels on today. They make eachother so happy. Thanks to everyone for your help. Her Birthday is dec 17 so I thought we could try for the second week of dec that way I have time to get gift bags and wrap everything. And I told her mom that there has to be a fashion show so I can take pictures for all of you.

She is a pretty girl. Jenna has some friends like this. Kim and Linnette were very nice and helped the two older children out with uniforms. The kids were so happy and anytime anything is given to the kids the mom always has tears in her eyes. That is very sweet of you to help out.

 

[Eyore4Ever149]

Hi everyone, I am sorry I havent been around in a while. I havent been feeling too good (morning sickness that just sticks with me ALLLLLLLL day)

has anyone heard how the TN family liked their things? How was their trip?This was Maroo's family she cares for. I made a few things and hoped the family liked them and stuck in a few "extras" in my package.

everything Ive seen in the last couple pages looks beautiful- love the bag!


Also couple questions.....

1. My 2 and half year old loves baths but hates having her hair washed now, for quite sometime now she screams and shakes and covers her head and crys "ALL DONE" while I try to wash her hair. I have tried several things, but nothing works so far- I'm open to ideas!

2. Potty training. She wants to put the poop from her diaper in the toilet, but refuses to even try sitting on the potty herself. She will hold her baby doll over the toilet and play pretend. We have the "Once Upon A Potty" DVD and she's watched that a few times. Any suggestions? Or is it just a time thing and I just have to wait and it will come on it's own? (this is the thought process I have now) We have a mini potty and a seat for the regular commode so she has her choice and we invite her to sit on it before baths, or whenever, but dont force it. If we are awake and I see her "pushing" I suggest going to sit on the potty in a kind and encouraging voice, but she whines "Nooooooo" so I say, it's okay. I never make her feel like I dont want to change her diaper or that she's done anything wrong.
I've read a book that focuses on a whole doll and candy reward thing- but she is not interested. and Im not interested in "training in the nude".
That said- what are your thoughts?


PS. As for sewing, Im working on a wool coat for her, hope to finish it tomorrow if my stomach feels well enough to focus. Im going to a sewing group to hopefully keep my mind off how I'm feeling.

 

[MouseTriper]

Oh Beth, that is sweet and touching. I'm glad that you went to see her. That will give you a special memory of her.

Well I'm All teary eyed now!!
I'm so glad you got to spend so much time with your friend Beth!!

To everyone who needs one tonight!!

My heart breaks for you! I can not imagine what you are going thru!!!

I am so glad to hear how your visit went but man you know how to make a girl cry at 6:30 in the morning. YOu are such a great afriend and Peggy just sounds amazing. I will be praying for her and her husband and of course you.

So glad you got to spend time with her! I will be praying for her, her DH and you!

I'm glad you had a nice visit. I know it had to be very, very difficult. But, you'll have that memory forever. You'll always be glad you visited. AND, it's great that you'll be able to participate in the service - that will give you a great way to show your love for her. Big hugs!

Oh my gosh, Beth. I am absolutely in tears. That had to be so hard to do- but so important for both of you. I am keeping you in my prayers.

I'm glad you had this time with your friend.

Seriously looks like a lot of Mommies need hugs today. So hugs to you all I'm here to "chat" if anyone needs me

I am so glad you went. I know it meant the world to her! I was crying right along reading this!

Beth - I'm glad you were able to spend some precious time with your friend. My heart goes out to you, your friend and her family and her other friends.

I'm glad you were able to have a good (if sad) visit. I'm sure you'll do a great job on the slideshow.

Beth So glad you went to see Peggy. I know it was hard. But like Christopher Robin said "You're stronger than you seem and braver than you think" At least I think that's the quote. Pooh gets it mixed up through most of the movie so I can never be sure
...t.

Thanks so much for letting us know how it went. I am so overjoyed to hear that you are so happy that you went to see her. I know you will make such a wonderful slide show of pictures. You and your friends will be in my prayers.

I'm so glad you went. Maybe you can read some of the book to her as she rests?

I'm glad that you went. I'm glad that this visit will be a comfort to you and I'm sure your slidshow will be perfect. What a great friend you are to her and her husband to do this last favor for her in her memory.

Glad that you were able to connect and your support means so much to them I am sure!!!

I am so glad you were able to spend extra time with her. And she gave you something special to keep to remember her. I am sorry you are losing your dear friend. I hope we can all help you through this hard time.

THANK YOU EVERYONE!!!! All your kind words mean the world to me. I can't thank you enough!!!!

 

[MouseTriper]

Hi everyone, I am sorry I havent been around in a while. I havent been feeling too good (morning sickness that just sticks with me ALLLLLLLL day)

1. My 2 and half year old loves baths but hates having her hair washed now, for quite sometime now she screams and shakes and covers her head and crys "ALL DONE" while I try to wash her hair. I have tried several things, but nothing works so far- I'm open to ideas!

Sorry to hear you have been having such long morning sickness...hopefully that will subside soon!

As far as ideas on helping wash hair....my DD had issues with the water going in her eyes so I let her pick out some "special bathtime" goggles for her eyes and she LOVED it.

 

[MouseTriper]

Thanks for your thoughts and hugs everyone. One of my kids is dealing with a medical issue right now and we don't know yet what is really going on. I'll say more when I know more. Any prayers would be appreciated.

Awww I will be keeping you and your little one in my prayers. I pray that it is nothing serious and that your child will be feeling better soon. Lots of HUGS to you!!!!

 

[charlinn]

Hi everyone, I am sorry I havent been around in a while. I havent been feeling too good (morning sickness that just sticks with me ALLLLLLLL day)

has anyone heard how the TN family liked their things? How was their trip?This was Maroo's family she cares for. I made a few things and hoped the family liked them and stuck in a few "extras" in my package.

everything Ive seen in the last couple pages looks beautiful- love the bag!


Also couple questions.....

1. My 2 and half year old loves baths but hates having her hair washed now, for quite sometime now she screams and shakes and covers her head and crys "ALL DONE" while I try to wash her hair. I have tried several things, but nothing works so far- I'm open to ideas!

2. Potty training. She wants to put the poop from her diaper in the toilet, but refuses to even try sitting on the potty herself. She will hold her baby doll over the toilet and play pretend. We have the "Once Upon A Potty" DVD and she's watched that a few times. Any suggestions? Or is it just a time thing and I just have to wait and it will come on it's own? (this is the thought process I have now) We have a mini potty and a seat for the regular commode so she has her choice and we invite her to sit on it before baths, or whenever, but dont force it. If we are awake and I see her "pushing" I suggest going to sit on the potty in a kind and encouraging voice, but she whines "Nooooooo" so I say, it's okay. I never make her feel like I dont want to change her diaper or that she's done anything wrong.
I've read a book that focuses on a whole doll and candy reward thing- but she is not interested. and Im not interested in "training in the nude".
That said- what are your thoughts?


PS. As for sewing, Im working on a wool coat for her, hope to finish it tomorrow if my stomach feels well enough to focus. Im going to a sewing group to hopefully keep my mind off how I'm feeling.

Hello

1. for the hair washing...for my DD (4) and my 2 SDD (21 & 18) *when they were little). I give my girls a wash rag...because in my experience it is the water in their eyes that they really do not like. So I let them pick the washrag and fold it up and have them hold it over their eyes, while I rinse the soap/conditioner out. I use a cup to pour the water and cup my hand over her forehead...to prevent as much water from going near her face as possible.

2. The potty training thing...ugh...I had a hard time with my DD (4). I also didn't push it or make her feel bad about any of it...but I just had to wait. It's funny...if you don't mention it for a while (it's a controll thing for them) you'd be surprised...but, ya for the most part...you have to wait till they are ready.

Just my thoughts