Disboutiquers Part 16 Kids Disney Boutique / Customs Clothes psst..we sew

[lovesdumbo]

We just finished our trip to WDW, not home yet, but thought I'd share the pics of my simple outfits:

It was very hot & crowded--I think we'll stick to off-peak seasons. We went during this time for DD's b-day. I had to wait in line for a fast pass to test track for 10 mins--the time on the passes changed 3 times while waiting in line! We did have a great time. BEST MOMENT: seeing DD's huge smile & constant giggle during her first ride on thunder mtn; STRANGEST MOMENT: when a bird landed on my arm while inside pizza planet; WORST MOMENT: when someone's kid threw-up on my stroller on the way back to the hotel one night (and the mom accused us of spilling a drink out of our stroller on her foot!)

Great photos! Love all the outfits! Yikes about your stroller and the reaction!

Of course as we left Lizzie and I are BOTH sobbing happy tears, and then we started laughing at each other, and the magic got us through some pretty tough moments later that evening and the rest of the week.

LOL SUCH an unflattering picture, and a tad embarrassing, but a wonderful memory. Thanks for posting that picture and reminding me to share it (since it was one of the few good memories we took from this trip, especially!)

Love that photo and the story. Thanks for sharing!

What a great photo! Beautiful!

Thanks Aimee! The carseat straps would kill this set though. I'm thinking of letting her wear the BoutiqueOlliegirl Aurora sundress from the hotel. Simple, yet still cute and princessy. I could put the set on a hanger in the SLS clear garment bag and hang in on the back of the stroller or the front and let Gracie walk. We'll be going straight to the castle.

Is this okay for her to wear for BBB? This was our planned CRT set because Aurora is the favorite right now. I also have a pink painted carriage pure for her. I'm thinking without the pants and a petti underneath. It is long enough for a dress on its own without needing the pants.

Love that! Have you considered taking the bus that morning so you wouldn't need to worry about seatbelts?

So I find this today:

It looks like somone's foot but I can find the body!

I immediately zero in on the guilty

But he's not talking!

I think I will be forced to destroy the evidence before Megan gets home. I really cannot find an animal without a foot any where!

Scrappy looks pretty innocent to me!

Another new outfit for Claire for school.

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Please excuse the look on her face in the second one. Molly was in the process of "helping" Baby Alive go potty...by throwing her in for a swim! Claire could see and hear the whole thing out of the corner of her eye!

Anyone want a 21 month old?

What a cute outfit! My oldest would say being a big sister isn't easy.

 

[Tink561]

Love that! Have you considered taking the bus that morning so you wouldn't need to worry about seatbelts?

I thought about it but she said we need to check in at BBB at 7:45 so that will be cutting it too close since the buses don't run until an hour before park opening.

 

[2cutekidz]

I know I've shared on Facebook, but don't remember if I did here, so...We are going to Chicago to visit American Girl Place for DD's 7th birthday. We are hoping to surprise her with the trip. She knows we are going out of town, but all we've told her is we're going to Illinois. I'm hoping to keep the secret up until the morning we go to AG Place. OF COURSE she needs a custom, so I told her a little girl was going and her mom wanted me to make her a set, and that since Emily did such a good job with picking out the fabrics for the NBC set, I asked Emily to pick out the fabric for the AG set too. I told her the colors of AG Place (hot pink, black and white) and this is what my almost 7 yo came up with. She picked the fabric, trims and tank, I choose the skirt style. I'll be working on the matching doll set(s) tonight. She LOVEs the set and has kept it on all afternoon (unheard of for her!)

The skirt is quite full and fluffy - no petti needed

DD has decided that the tee needs more bling!

 

[Tink561]

I know I've shared on Facebook, but don't remember if I did here, so...We are going to Chicago to visit American Girl Place for DD's 7th birthday. We are hoping to surprise her with the trip. She knows we are going out of town, but all we've told her is we're going to Illinois. I'm hoping to keep the secret up until the morning we go to AG Place. OF COURSE she needs a custom, so I told her a little girl was going and her mom wanted me to make her a set, and that since Emily did such a good job with picking out the fabrics for the NBC set, I asked Emily to pick out the fabric for the AG set too. I told her the colors of AG Place (hot pink, black and white) and this is what my almost 7 yo came up with. She picked the fabric, trims and tank, I choose the skirt style. I'll be working on the matching doll set(s) tonight. She LOVEs the set and has kept it on all afternoon (unheard of for her!)

The skirt is quite full and fluffy - no petti needed

DD has decided that the tee needs more bling!

Leslie, I love it!

 

[woodkins]

I know I've shared on Facebook, but don't remember if I did here, so...We are going to Chicago to visit American Girl Place for DD's 7th birthday. We are hoping to surprise her with the trip. She knows we are going out of town, but all we've told her is we're going to Illinois. I'm hoping to keep the secret up until the morning we go to AG Place. OF COURSE she needs a custom, so I told her a little girl was going and her mom wanted me to make her a set, and that since Emily did such a good job with picking out the fabrics for the NBC set, I asked Emily to pick out the fabric for the AG set too. I told her the colors of AG Place (hot pink, black and white) and this is what my almost 7 yo came up with. She picked the fabric, trims and tank, I choose the skirt style. I'll be working on the matching doll set(s) tonight. She LOVEs the set and has kept it on all afternoon (unheard of for her!)

The skirt is quite full and fluffy - no petti needed

DD has decided that the tee needs more bling!

Love this set!!! It is so cool how you did the trims on the skirt. Very cool for a seven year old, boutique but not baby-ish at all. I might try it for my 7 year old diva!

 

[aimeeg]

Thanks Aimee! The carseat straps would kill this set though. I'm thinking of letting her wear the BoutiqueOlliegirl Aurora sundress from the hotel. Simple, yet still cute and princessy. I could put the set on a hanger in the SLS clear garment bag and hang in on the back of the stroller or the front and let Gracie walk. We'll be going straight to the castle.

Is this okay for her to wear for BBB? This was our planned CRT set because Aurora is the favorite right now. I also have a pink painted carriage pure for her. I'm thinking without the pants and a petti underneath. It is long enough for a dress on its own without needing the pants.

I think it will be perfect for the BBB and CRT. I have to say it is a toss up between her new Snow White but this dress might be my favorite. It is beautiful.

I agree a petti would be great. It most likely will be too hot for jeans.

I thought about it but she said we need to check in at BBB at 7:45 so that will be cutting it too close since the buses don't run until an hour before park opening.

The first BBB appt should be at 8:05. As long as you are there by 8:00 you will be fine. The MK bus starts running at least at 7:00 am. It might be a good idea to take the bus. The bus ride is only about 20 minutes. Just something to think about.

 

[Tink561]

I think it will be perfect for the BBB and CRT. I have to say it is a toss up between her new Snow White but this dress might be my favorite. It is beautiful.

I agree a petti would be great. It most likely will be too hot for jeans.

Yes, definitely not the pants. too hot!

I love the new Snow White but her favorite is Aurora so that is 'who' she wants to wear to the castle. Well, she really doesn't know she's dining at the castle yet but Aurora is her fav and this is her new fav dress. I plan on using Snow White at Epcot.

 

[teresajoy]

Just thought I'd share with you all one of the many reasons it takes me so long to finish any sewing-

That is such a cute little kitty!

We just finished our trip to WDW, not home yet, but thought I'd share the pics of my simple outfits:

It was very hot & crowded--I think we'll stick to off-peak seasons. We went during this time for DD's b-day. I had to wait in line for a fast pass to test track for 10 mins--the time on the passes changed 3 times while waiting in line! We did have a great time. BEST MOMENT: seeing DD's huge smile & constant giggle during her first ride on thunder mtn; STRANGEST MOMENT: when a bird landed on my arm while inside pizza planet; WORST MOMENT: when someone's kid threw-up on my stroller on the way back to the hotel one night (and the mom accused us of spilling a drink out of our stroller on her foot!)

Your girls are so cute!! I love all their outfits! And, did I read that right? Her child threw up on your stroller and she accused you of spilling a drink? Uck!

Of course as we left Lizzie and I are BOTH sobbing happy tears, and then we started laughing at each other, and the magic got us through some pretty tough moments later that evening and the rest of the week.

LOL SUCH an unflattering picture, and a tad embarrassing, but a wonderful memory. Thanks for posting that picture and reminding me to share it (since it was one of the few good memories we took from this trip, especially!)

What a great story, you got me all teary!

LOVE the photos! That Belle is an absolute sweetheart! We saw her this summer:

I love that they captured that moment for you as well!

I love that dress!!!

I keep meaning to ask you, what is your first name?

We had a dress we brought along with a pettislip for a 2:30p BBB appointment. She wore the pettislip under her other clothes during the morning:

Luckily the dress and accessories were small enough to fit in a shoulderbag nicely. I walked with them for a few hours (not a big deal). I didn't bother risking whether or not they would let her change there, and just changed her in a restroom around the corner.

She looks so pretty!

Thanks Aimee! The carseat straps would kill this set though. I'm thinking of letting her wear the BoutiqueOlliegirl Aurora sundress from the hotel. Simple, yet still cute and princessy. I could put the set on a hanger in the SLS clear garment bag and hang in on the back of the stroller or the front and let Gracie walk. We'll be going straight to the castle.

Is this okay for her to wear for BBB? This was our planned CRT set because Aurora is the favorite right now. I also have a pink painted carriage pure for her. I'm thinking without the pants and a petti underneath. It is long enough for a dress on its own without needing the pants.

Angel, that is just adorable!!!

Love the BBB pictures! Sooo cute.

So I find this today:

It looks like somone's foot but I can find the body!

I immediately zero in on the guilty

But he's not talking!

I think I will be forced to destroy the evidence before Megan gets home. I really cannot find an animal without a foot any where!

Oh dear!!!! Poor little whatever! Scrappy does look a tad bit guilty, doesn't he!

Another new outfit for Claire for school.

She looks so pretty in that! I love the colors on her.

LOL! Yes, it is a purse. I bought it off Ebay last year. Let me see if I can find a picture. I haven't taken one of ours yet. Can I post a link or no?

I've got in trouble for positng an Ebay link before, so I wouldn't do it. I really want to see it though!

I know I've shared on Facebook, but don't remember if I did here, so...We are going to Chicago to visit American Girl Place for DD's 7th birthday. We are hoping to surprise her with the trip. She knows we are going out of town, but all we've told her is we're going to Illinois. I'm hoping to keep the secret up until the morning we go to AG Place. OF COURSE she needs a custom, so I told her a little girl was going and her mom wanted me to make her a set, and that since Emily did such a good job with picking out the fabrics for the NBC set, I asked Emily to pick out the fabric for the AG set too. I told her the colors of AG Place (hot pink, black and white) and this is what my almost 7 yo came up with. She picked the fabric, trims and tank, I choose the skirt style. I'll be working on the matching doll set(s) tonight. She LOVEs the set and has kept it on all afternoon (unheard of for her!)

That looks great Leslie!

 

[2cutekidz]

Love this set!!! It is so cool how you did the trims on the skirt. Very cool for a seven year old, boutique but not baby-ish at all. I might try it for my 7 year old diva!

Leslie, I love it!

That looks great Leslie!

Thanks!! The skirt is very "busy" but Em loves it. I was seeing spots as I was putting it togethere! It doesn't have any ruffles which is probably one of the reason she likes it. It does have 6 yards of bias tape and another 6 yards of grosgrain ribbon though!! I had to go get more ribbon and bias tape for the doll set.

 

[mom2rtk]

I love that dress!!!

I keep meaning to ask you, what is your first name?

Oops.... I just jumped in a while back and never introuced myself! I'm Janet (and I have a sewing addiction.....) Can I assume you are Teresa?

Thanks for the compliment on the dress. It was my first attempt to replicate that Belle gown. I actually sold it when we got back and make another very similar for our upcoming trip. I wanted the skirt to have more fullness, and went almost strapless so the collar is not quite as high up on the arms. I have a portrait appointment for my daughter this week, so hopefully I can share pictures soon!

 

[Tnkrbelle565]

I posted this on FB but I was in the Disney Store yesterday and they have finally decided to CASE us rotfl2 and make their own crayon rollups. They don't appear to be very well made and I only saw Tink...maybe we should contact someone with a few suggestions

 

[teresajoy]

Oops.... I just jumped in a while back and never introuced myself! I'm Janet (and I have a sewing addiction.....) Can I assume you are Teresa?

Thanks for the compliment on the dress. It was my first attempt to replicate that Belle gown. I actually sold it when we got back and make another very similar for our upcoming trip. I wanted the skirt to have more fullness, and went almost strapless so the collar is not quite as high up on the arms. I have a portrait appointment for my daughter this week, so hopefully I can share pictures soon!

I thought maybe I missed it! I'm nosy and like to know everyone's name!
Yep, I'm Teresa! Although, lots of people call me Heather (Heathersue is my little sister) Nice to meet you Janet!


I can't wait to see the new Belle, I'm sure it will be gorgeous!

I posted this on FB but I was in the Disney Store yesterday and they have finally decided to CASE us rotfl2 and make their own crayon rollups. They don't appear to be very well made and I only saw Tink...maybe we should contact someone with a few suggestions

Copy cats.

 

[mom2rtk]

I thought maybe I missed it! I'm nosy and like to know everyone's name!
Yep, I'm Teresa! Although, lots of people call me Heather (Heathersue is my little sister) Nice to meet you Janet!


I can't wait to see the new Belle, I'm sure it will be gorgeous!

Many thanks for making me feel welcome!

 

[MaidMarian]

I thought I posted, but its not there-guess maybe I was out in the sun too long today (or just getting old, take your pick).
Thanks for the compliments on the balloon outfit. I was inspired by the great balloon outfits on here and I made up my own and did it by hand.
I love the American Girl outfit-its gorgeous! We went to American Girl in Chicago last year but it was at the old location. I cant wait to go back and see the new store. This is what my daughter wore last year. We got so many compliments on it. It really gave me the confidence to keep sewing. Excuse the expression on her face in the first photo. She was not happy with me for trying to get her to stand still and take a picture-she wanted to get in that store! You can see how the mood changed once we were in

 

[ireland_nicole]

You guys are a bad influence on me.
I hang my head in shame ~ today I went into a fabric store(and no I haven't used all the fabric in the closet.)
I ended up getting some fine corderoy to made dd a skirt for school.
The worst part, I was looking through fabrics and thinking "oh this would make a cute outfit for AK"
I have never been to DW and have no trip planned for the forseeable future.

I can't get over how much talent there is on this board and I want to thank everyone for sharing their expertese (sorry about the spelling)

It's not sad, you're just optomistic!!

Thank you everyone for your kind words and prayers. The boys' "Nana" passed away very early this morning. We are sad she is gone, but thankful she is no longer suffering.

Sorry for the loss of Nana; I'm so glad the boys are able to be together, though.

Hi Guys!
Also, Mom is doing much better. She is talking and is coherent, in a lot of pain and is sore but the hospital is taking good care of her. I am not sure how long she will be in there but it's looking up now... Thanks for all of your well wishes, I truly feel like it helped.

Val

I'm so glad your mom is doing better; keep us posted.

Hi Everyone!

April and Marah, your families are in my prayers.

Love the cute outfits posted - home made and Walmart versions!!

Ahh, sewing room organization - I just cant keep mine organized!! I have a large amount of space - my attic - but I just cant keep things organized!! Got the comic book boards - but then what do you do when you just have some of the yard of material left? Ugh - but anyways...

Today we were in IKEA and we were in their scratch and dent section and saw 8ft long pieces of conter top - for $5 each!!! We got 2 so DH can make me a place for my sewing machines!! Im thinking an L shaped area with my regular sewing machine, serger and embroidery machine on it ...what do you think???

Oh, the funny thing about the counter top????? Its BRIGHT YELLOW!!!! but who cares, right??????

Congrats on the counters! I love a baaaahgin!!

I miss you guys. My computer time is still limited. My neck just feels so much better sitting in my recliner!

I have big news DH SAID WE CAN GO TO DISNEY WORLD!
Now we are trying to figure out when to go. We're pretty open ended with that because my DH works 14 and 14, so we can go pretty much anytime. We're trying to decide if we should go in December of this year or wait until next year sometime. I'm sooo excited! I know he hates the idea, but is doing it for me and Hannah.

I'm about to attempt to start cutting out the Patricia Tunic for myself. Yay!
I hope to love it and make one of those pretty dresses Stephres has made. I love those dresses! Dh likes me to wear dresses, but I have a hard time finding ones that I like. I'm very optimistic about this pattern.

Woohoo!!! Can't wait to hear what you decide on for the trip; we're booked the 12th-18th of December, and hoping I find a job so we can actually go.

Just back from Hancock's - picked out some halloween fabric for my first Vida

Hoping to get started Monday when school starts back!!

Also, does anyone have any opinions good or bad about the Janome 8077? Hancock's has it on sale for $249.00 right now (down from $349)

Loving all of the new creations!

Cute fabric! I can't wait to see the finished project!

I'm so exited!!!! I just got APs for Disneyland!
My neice-in-law is from LA but lives near me. She was visiting her family and I called some Costcos around her mom's house and she went and bought them for me! Sadly they told me on the phone they had 35 and when she got there there were only 4 left but 4 is better than none! I'll just have to buy 2 at regular price but there's no turning back now!

Yeah!!!!!!

Thanks Heather and Karen!!! I am excited to redo my room. Before I started to sew I had a vintage reproduction Christmas decor business. The room served as my "headquarters." I needed a place to cut, paint, construct and glitter. As I started to sew I changed things up a bit to accommodate my sewing machine and fabric. About two years ago I closed by business. It was just too much with my dh working full time, in school full time and two children under three. I do not have a closet. I so wish I did. LOL I have beautiful windows and a great little deck off the room but with that comes less wall space.

This is my current fabric. I think my bookshelf could be higher. Also, the other big storage unit does not work for me any longer.

I loved the idea of an L shape desk. I have Ikea tables now and they are not sturdy enough. I found this desk in Pottery Barn today. It is a little bit expensive but I am in love. My DH said go for it. I have to do measurements but I think I am going to order the desk. I can put my sewing machine, serger and embroidery machine on the desk and still have elbow room.

Beautiful room!! I can't wait to see it w/ the PB desk and I really love the color (I have it in my laundry room)

Hi all, I am back! DH came home from the hospital a couple of days ago and is still recovering. I have been hanging out on facebook playing farmtown so I can be available when he rings the intercom. He is getting better finally! So it will take me a few days to read back to page 168 to here! Can't wait to hear how everyone has been and what you have been making!

AmieeG, I just saw your post about the IKEA tables. You don't think they are sturdy enough?? Poo.. I was just going to go buy them. Thanks for the warning and back to the drawing table.

So glad he's home; praying his recovery continues swiftly.

I have a $200 serger from Wal-Mart. The only beef I have with it is the price of replacement blades. It's around $65 to buy them at the local sewing machine shop. I did finally learn to change them myself and buy them on ebay for around $35, but it's still insanely expensive.

I just urge anyone looking at sergers to find out the price of blades before making a purchase!

I cringe every time I hit a pin buried deep in the gathers of some skirt.....

I always work my way around a seam fisting the fabric in my hands; I usually find a pin or 3 that way. Sure, I get stuck, but I figure better me than my serger...

Just thought I'd share with you all one of the many reasons it takes me so long to finish any sewing-

That is cute!

We just finished our trip to WDW, not home yet, but thought I'd share the pics of my simple outfits:

It was very hot & crowded--I think we'll stick to off-peak seasons. We went during this time for DD's b-day. I had to wait in line for a fast pass to test track for 10 mins--the time on the passes changed 3 times while waiting in line! We did have a great time. BEST MOMENT: seeing DD's huge smile & constant giggle during her first ride on thunder mtn; STRANGEST MOMENT: when a bird landed on my arm while inside pizza planet; WORST MOMENT: when someone's kid threw-up on my stroller on the way back to the hotel one night (and the mom accused us of spilling a drink out of our stroller on her foot!)

ick about the whole worst moment, but your DDs look wonderful; I'm glad you had a good time.

Your daughters look ADORABLE!!

Okay I think we saw the same Belle and we really really loved her!

Here she is "twirling" with Hannah:

But when we really fell in love with THIS Belle is when my middle girl and tomboy, Lizzie, saw her.

You see, two years ago on our way out of Animal Kingdom, Lizzie broke down into TEARS because her "secret wish" (so secret she didn't tell us even) was to meet Belle, and she hadn't done it. She was so genuinely brokenhearted that her sisters got their wishes (Hannah had dinner with Cinderella and Emmy got to beat the drum at Pocahontas' show) and she didn't that a CM who was sweeping actually called EVERYWHERE to try to find Belle for us. (He approached us when he saw Lizzie crying. His words were "NO ONE cries at Disney World!" He actually ended up giving her a few pins and she left in smiles. It was a wonderful moment!)

But anyway, of course this trip seeing Belle was a moment we could NOT miss.

I am not sure what all they talked about, but my "growing up way too fast" tomboy was enthralled with Belle! Then they turn to hug and take the picture, and I see my Lizzie has tears of joy in her eyes!

Okay at this point I lose it (will also chuck in that it had been a very tiring and stressful day) to see her so happy, so I go up to tell "Belle" thank you for what she has done for my daughter...and we BOTH lose it. And Belle hugs me like I'm five and you know what, I was fine with it in the moment! (I also think Belle was trying not to bawl so this helped her too!)

Of course as we left Lizzie and I are BOTH sobbing happy tears, and then we started laughing at each other, and the magic got us through some pretty tough moments later that evening and the rest of the week.

LOL SUCH an unflattering picture, and a tad embarrassing, but a wonderful memory. Thanks for posting that picture and reminding me to share it (since it was one of the few good memories we took from this trip, especially!)

That is so sweet; you made me cry, though- no fair.

Aimee you have the fabric I am searching for!!!! I spied it miles away! In the first pic its in with the greens and in the second pic its in the basket all the way over to the right!
Its the disco dot of all sorts of cool colors (sherbert pink, lime, yellow) and minnie and mickey on it.
Sigh

Forget the disco dot, did you see the swirl? I am sooooooooo jealous!!

 

[teresajoy]

I keep meaning to post this and I keep forgetting!!

I found a cheap digitizing software! It is suppose to be free, but the distributors can charge shipping and "handling" and unfortunately there is currently only one distributor in the US! So, she is charging $14.99. But, I think it is worth it. You can take any font on your computer and digitize it for your machine. You can also digitize pictures and things.

Here is the website if anyone wants to look into it for themselves:
This is where you can order it:
http://www.lorileedesigns.com/seu.html

and this is where you can read more about it:

http://www.freesierrasoftware.com/

ETA: When I ordered it, it came very quickly, within a week. I think she only ships on Saturdays. I have played with it some and stitched out a few things I've done with it, but I'm no expert! I haven't had Heather look at it yet. You can put this on as many computers as you want too, but you have to have an internet connection to use it, because they run ads on the side of the screen. They are pretty small and I don't really even notice them.

 

[emcreative]

I finished my first tunic! This is actually the first top of ANY kind I've made:

Unfortunately my "model" won't be back until tomorrow night

 

[ireland_nicole]

I do it the traditional way then overcast together before topstitching.

Hum I wonder which serger can ruffle????

My Brother 1034D came w/ a ruffling foot; but since I already use a ruffler on my machine I haven't tried it yet.

I was able to score an appointment for 9/11 at BBB at the castle before our CRT reservation today. I was shocked!!

If you are not buying a dress there but having your daughter wear a custom, do you let her wear the custom there or change into it? If Gracie wears a regular dress there, when does she change and is there a room for that at the BBB? How do you carry the custom in if she is changing into it at BBB without it getting messed up?????


Thanks!!!

Congrats on the appt! We took Caitie's dress w/ us carefully rolled into a large ziplock; they had no problem with us using the changing rooms.

Thanks Aimee! The carseat straps would kill this set though. I'm thinking of letting her wear the BoutiqueOlliegirl Aurora sundress from the hotel. Simple, yet still cute and princessy. I could put the set on a hanger in the SLS clear garment bag and hang in on the back of the stroller or the front and let Gracie walk. We'll be going straight to the castle.

Is this okay for her to wear for BBB? This was our planned CRT set because Aurora is the favorite right now. I also have a pink painted carriage pure for her. I'm thinking without the pants and a petti underneath. It is long enough for a dress on its own without needing the pants.

Oh My Heavens, that is, bar none, the absolute most amazingest SB set I've ever seen in my whole, entire life!!!

Love the BBB pictures! Sooo cute.

So I find this today:

It looks like somone's foot but I can find the body!

I immediately zero in on the guilty

But he's not talking!

I think I will be forced to destroy the evidence before Megan gets home. I really cannot find an animal without a foot any where!

I agree, Scrappy is definitely looking guilty. I just hope everything "ahem" comes out alright for all concerned.

Another new outfit for Claire for school.

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Please excuse the look on her face in the second one. Molly was in the process of "helping" Baby Alive go potty...by throwing her in for a swim! Claire could see and hear the whole thing out of the corner of her eye!

Anyone want a 21 month old?

Cute outfit! Glad Baby Alive is tough...

I know I've shared on Facebook, but don't remember if I did here, so...We are going to Chicago to visit American Girl Place for DD's 7th birthday. We are hoping to surprise her with the trip. She knows we are going out of town, but all we've told her is we're going to Illinois. I'm hoping to keep the secret up until the morning we go to AG Place. OF COURSE she needs a custom, so I told her a little girl was going and her mom wanted me to make her a set, and that since Emily did such a good job with picking out the fabrics for the NBC set, I asked Emily to pick out the fabric for the AG set too. I told her the colors of AG Place (hot pink, black and white) and this is what my almost 7 yo came up with. She picked the fabric, trims and tank, I choose the skirt style. I'll be working on the matching doll set(s) tonight. She LOVEs the set and has kept it on all afternoon (unheard of for her!)

The skirt is quite full and fluffy - no petti needed

DD has decided that the tee needs more bling!

Sooooo cool! I love that fabric, but thought it would be too busy for DD; I'm totally rethinking it now though. I really love the way you trimmed it out and did the top, too- awesome!

I thought I posted, but its not there-guess maybe I was out in the sun too long today (or just getting old, take your pick).
Thanks for the compliments on the balloon outfit. I was inspired by the great balloon outfits on here and I made up my own and did it by hand.
I love the American Girl outfit-its gorgeous! We went to American Girl in Chicago last year but it was at the old location. I cant wait to go back and see the new store. This is what my daughter wore last year. We got so many compliments on it. It really gave me the confidence to keep sewing. Excuse the expression on her face in the first photo. She was not happy with me for trying to get her to stand still and take a picture-she wanted to get in that store! You can see how the mood changed once we were in

Love, love, love it!

I finished my first tunic! This is actually the first top of ANY kind I've made:

Unfortunately my "model" won't be back until tomorrow night

Great job! It's fab!

 

[mirandag819]

Hey ladies, I have started skimming, but it will take me a long long time to catch up, everything looks fab though!

We are back from Disney World now, I was so sad to leave!

We had a mostly faboulous trip, and Taylor's outfits were a HUGE hit and created lots of pixie dust! I can't wait to tell everyone all about it. I have started my TR if anyone wants to read along.... I am hoping to get to the super awesome story from our first night later tonight in my TR.

The link is in my siggy, but here it is too: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=33280175#post33280175

 

[ireland_nicole]

I keep meaning to post this and I keep forgetting!!

I found a cheap digitizing software! It is suppose to be free, but the distributors can charge shipping and "handling" and unfortunately there is currently only one distributor in the US! So, she is charging $14.99. But, I think it is worth it. You can take any font on your computer and digitize it for your machine. You can also digitize pictures and things.

Here is the website if anyone wants to look into it for themselves:
This is where you can order it:
http://www.lorileedesigns.com/seu.html

and this is where you can read more about it:

http://www.freesierrasoftware.com/

ETA: When I ordered it, it came very quickly, within a week. I think she only ships on Saturdays. I have played with it some and stitched out a few things I've done with it, but I'm no expert! I haven't had Heather look at it yet. You can put this on as many computers as you want too, but you have to have an internet connection to use it, because they run ads on the side of the screen. They are pretty small and I don't really even notice them.

Thanks! I just ordered a copy; I figured, I was really only paying shipping anyway, so why not give it a whirl! I'm not really pushed about digitizing per se (heck with HeatherSue's designs, why bother trying to make my own?) but I really would like to be able to use predigitized fonts to make a name instead of trying to do each letter individually; if it actually does that, it's worth it's weight in gold!