Disboutiquers Part 15 Kids Disney Boutique / Customs Clothes psst..we sew

[danicaw]

I can't believe I made it!
I was about 20 pages behind.... but I think I am caught up!
Amazing stuff you guys have been posting lately!

Did I miss a T-Beri update?
Anyone heard?

Night All!

 

[teresajoy]

What about a white or light pink lotus blossom? That would really stand out on the blue.

That's funny Cindee, because I was just coming back to post that same idea!!! It MUST be a good one!

 

[disneymommieof2]

Ok here's the hard part about the flower idea- I can't find a good picture of the tree or her hair comb! I looked for what seemed like hours last night. Who knew there were so many different kinds. I did find one from and ebay auction but the picture is tiny

 

[LisaZoe]

Has anyone here heard of ChezAmi?

I only know about them because I've heard their knit fabric is wonderful. I haven't ordered any myself since it's more expensive than other sources but they have really cute stripes and other prints.

I am gonna bite the bullet, Im gonna to a more complex applique. SOOOO what is a good beginner applique besides a mickey ears. Come on girls, remember I have never done anything complex just a few mickey heads and a heart.

I think Minnie or Mickey's face is a good starting point especially if you don't try to go too small with the overall size. They are fairly simple and fun to do.

LisaZoe:

Here is the front of the dress, I posted it and then a few posts later you posted your Jasmine and mine looked so sad compared to the one you did! The eyes are really difficult form me. I love how large you make your designs and I think that might make the eyes easier form me! We'll see, my next project is Ursula.

That is cute. I think your Jasmine looks great! I still struggle with the eyes but have found that usually bigger scale appliques are more 'forgiving' of small errors.

The last panel will be blue. I just can't decide what to put on it!!

That is looking beautiful! I like the idea of a blossom of some kind. Wasn't there a scene when Mulan was talking to her father under a blooming cherry tree? It's been awhile since I watched the movie so I could very well be wrong about the type of flower.

 

[LisaZoe]

Here's the rework of the pink frill skirt. I'm much happier with it now. The proportions seem closer to the original. I actually didn't change it a lot aside from the change of the print used for the bottom 'swag' and using a dark pink for the rolled edge finish. It's about an inch mostly due to taking it apart and having to straighten the edges plus losing a little when I redid the rolled edge.

Oh, I also reduced the bulk of the lace overlay layers. This is the one I first made for the skirt (with a new rolled edge) but I tried a fuller layer to replace it in hopes it would help the skirt. Now I think the

 

[*Toadstool*]

Well........... just remember you can ask Teresa any questions here on this thread. She knows everything there is to know about applique and ruffles and easy to do patterns- and she doesn't even require you to read the first page to know where to find all that info! She's a peach!

Any more news from T? I'm so excited for her! I hope she enjoys it (I know this sounds masochistic but I LOVE having babies!), and that it goes easily for her.

Oh my goodness.. that does sound masochistic to me. Please tell me you don't give birth in your house standing up? This one girl I know loves having babies and she says it is because she does it in her house standing up...

Yes, our girls grow UP, not OUT! My son is worse; I actually took out size 4T swimsuits and shorts out of his closet and he is NINE! I think I need to start sneaking raw eggs in his chocolate milk or something.

Can't wait to see your top!



That is so cool looking (and not just cause of the flamingos, which are Megan's favorite bird). Is that a pattern you buy on line?

The flamingos are a Fabric Finders fabric. I love their fabric. http://www.peanutbutter-n-jellykids.com/shop/childrenscornerpatterns03.htm#Callie Several websites sell their patterns. I see that it ends in a size 6 though. I'm going to make it and see how it turns out. I've never made it because I've never just found fabric and thought it would fit that pattern. I guess that is why I have alot of patterns I have not used.

I love the flamingo dress!

I didn't make it.. I posted it because I thought it was just darling. I want to copy it. That fabric is super expensive though. I'm in a co-op that is supposed to do a buy on it. 14 dollars a yard makes for an expensive dress!

I took a couple of quick pictures

Here is the front of the sundress (still needs the straps)

I also made a matching doll dress, hairbows and necklace

Aww! That is adorable. I want to see how you do those straps. I have some of that pre-shirred fabric and I need to add straps.

What about a white or light pink lotus blossom? That would really stand out on the blue.

I like this idea!

I am supposed to be not sewing right now. My doctor said my muscles in my shoulders and back are having a hard time healing because I am sewing. I think I need a new doctor..
It is so hard not to sew. I have only tried some shirring this week and embroidered 1 onesie and 1 burp cloth. I am restraining myself.

 

[LisaZoe]

Ok here's the hard part about the flower idea- I can't find a good picture of the tree or her hair comb! I looked for what seemed like hours last night. Who knew there were so many different kinds. I did find one from and ebay auction but the picture is tiny

Here's what I did for her comb:

I based it on this Disney pin:

 

[*Toadstool*]

Here's the rework of the pink frill skirt. I'm much happier with it now. The proportions seem closer to the original. I actually didn't change it a lot aside from the change of the print used for the bottom 'swag' and using a dark pink for the rolled edge finish. It's about an inch mostly due to taking it apart and having to straighten the edges plus losing a little when I redid the rolled edge.

Oh, I also reduced the bulk of the lace overlay layers. This is the one I first made for the skirt (with a new rolled edge) but I tried a fuller layer to replace it in hopes it would help the skirt. Now I think the

Looks great. Can't wait to see what you make to go with it.

I only know about them because I've heard their knit fabric is wonderful. I haven't ordered any myself since it's more expensive than other sources but they have really cute stripes and other prints.

I meant to post about Chez Ami, but forgot. I have heard wonderful things about their knits. They have huge sales. Someone told me it is once a month that they put things on clearance. I plan on getting some sometime. I'm still trying to figure out if you actually need knit patterns to use knits or you can just use any pattern. I hope to order some of their lovely knits soon. Hubby is quitting his job and moving over to another company, so I am going on a serious fabric fast until his next hitch. I have been wanting Chez Ami for a while though.

*Edit*
I forgot to say one thing I LOVE about Children's Corner patterns is that she prints each size on a different piece of tissue paper so you don't have to trace. I really appreciate that. Plus if you ever have any questions about a pattern you can call the store and they will help you out.

 

[*Toadstool*]

Here's what I did for her comb:

I based it on this Disney pin:

Wow! That seriously looks like a painting instead of an applique. Her face is perfect!

 

[jham]

Here's what I did for her comb:

I based it on this Disney pin:

gorgeous! And the skirt turned out great too. I do like it better.

 

[disneymommieof2]

Here's what I did for her comb:

I based it on this Disney pin:

Thanks Lisa! That picture is much bigger than any thing I have found so far! I can't believe you used a pin to get it!! You are a true artist!!

 

[t-beri]

Thanks Karen! It took me forever to get through the g pages you guys have burned through.
We are 2 cm and progressing. Possibly some fluid and definitely some show so since were an hour away we are doing what we can to help it along. The MW ready to send us home just yet. So we'll make another evaluation around 2am

Thanks for not ditching me.

Anna love the new dress...too cute!

 

[disneymommieof2]

Thanks T Good luck tonight hope everything goes smoothly and you have a healthy happy baby by morning!!

 

[PrincessKell]

I took a couple of quick pictures

Here is the front of the sundress (still needs the straps)

I also made a matching doll dress, hairbows and necklace

Love it! Its darling and the matchy matchy everything!

I only know about them because I've heard their knit fabric is wonderful. I haven't ordered any myself since it's more expensive than other sources but they have really cute stripes and other prints.



I think Minnie or Mickey's face is a good starting point especially if you don't try to go too small with the overall size. They are fairly simple and fun to do.






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I think I might try a minnie, but im so nervous to do faces and eyes! with lovely eyelashes!! any tips on the eyelashes?

Here's the rework of the pink frill skirt. I'm much happier with it now. The proportions seem closer to the original. I actually didn't change it a lot aside from the change of the print used for the bottom 'swag' and using a dark pink for the rolled edge finish. It's about an inch mostly due to taking it apart and having to straighten the edges plus losing a little when I redid the rolled edge.

Oh, I also reduced the bulk of the lace overlay layers. This is the one I first made for the skirt (with a new rolled edge) but I tried a fuller layer to replace it in hopes it would help the skirt. Now I think the

OH I do like this one better. Soooo great. I just wish I had a tiny percent of your tallent!

Thanks Karen! It took me forever to get through the g pages you guys have burned through.
We are 2 cm and progressing. Possibly some fluid and definitely some show so since were an hour away we are doing what we can to help it along. The MW ready to send us home just yet. So we'll make another evaluation around 2am

Thanks for not ditching me.

Anna love the new dress...too cute!

Come on baby don't make your momma drive all the way back home! and how could we ever ditch you!? We want to know everything about that baby. hahaha

 

[LisaZoe]

I think I might try a minnie, but im so nervous to do faces and eyes! with lovely eyelashes!! any tips on the eyelashes?

I use a fabric pen that washes away to draw the eyelashes first and then stitch along the lines. It might be easiest to do them with hand embroidery to start. You can also use a straight stitch on your machine. I do that more often now than by hand because I have trouble doing much stitching by hand anymore (darn that aging process ). I use a short stitch length and go slowly over the marks. Once I get to the end of the eyelash, I stop with the needle down and turn the fabric so I can stitch back over the same line. Here's one where I did the lashes on the machine. I think I went over the line 2 times out and back stopping before the end the second time so the lash looks more tapered to the end.

 

[LisaZoe]

Thanks Lisa! That picture is much bigger than any thing I have found so far! I can't believe you used a pin to get it!! You are a true artist!!

Thank you! I love using Disney Pins when I can because they have such a nice range of themes and variations.

 

[ibesue]

Okay you guys have been way to chatty the last few days. I finally caught up to see you 6 pages into a new post. I lost all my quotes. Well, it took me a while to log on to this thread. I always forget my password.

Everything in the last few days has been incredible!! I am so impressed with everyone's skills! It's like everyone just keeps getting better and better!

T, I can't wait for the baby to come!!! Come on baby dust!!

The last panel will be blue. I just can't decide what to put on it!!

That is so cute!! I can' wait to see the finished dress!

Here's what I did for her comb:

I based it on this Disney pin:

So cute, as usual!!! I love all your designs! Here is my Mickey as Jack Sparrow. Dena digitized it for me from a disney pin!

Here's the rework of the pink frill skirt. I'm much happier with it now. The proportions seem closer to the original. I actually didn't change it a lot aside from the change of the print used for the bottom 'swag' and using a dark pink for the rolled edge finish. It's about an inch mostly due to taking it apart and having to straighten the edges plus losing a little when I redid the rolled edge.

Oh, I also reduced the bulk of the lace overlay layers. This is the one I first made for the skirt (with a new rolled edge) but I tried a fuller layer to replace it in hopes it would help the skirt. Now I think the

I so LOVE that skirt. If you can't get rid of it, you can send it to me for miss kadie!

I use a fabric pen that washes away to draw the eyelashes first and then stitch along the lines. It might be easiest to do them with hand embroidery to start. You can also use a straight stitch on your machine. I do that more often now than by hand because I have trouble doing much stitching by hand anymore (darn that aging process ). I use a short stitch length and go slowly over the marks. Once I get to the end of the eyelash, I stop with the needle down and turn the fabric so I can stitch back over the same line. Here's one where I did the lashes on the machine. I think I went over the line 2 times out and back stopping before the end the second time so the lash looks more tapered to the end.

That is beautiful too! Like I said, I love all your designs!!! I tried hand embroidery (before I figured out my machine) and it would show through the fabric.

 

[LisaZoe]

Here is my Mickey as Jack Sparrow. Dena digitized it for me from a disney pin!

That is cute! What size hoop do you have? I'm trying to decide if it's worth buying PED Basic if I can only do designs up to 4"x4" or if I could really do larger designs with a larger hoop - even if it means working in sections 4"x4". I wish now that I'd returned the Brother I bought last fall and spent a bit more for a Singer Futura since it wouldn't have required a separate purchase to be able to download new designs.

 

[bclydia]

Wow! The disboutiquers are burning up the internet pages tonight!
I get busy for a couple of hours and find I'm 4 pages behind on the last thread and 6 pages into the new thread already!

Thanks Karen! It took me forever to get through the g pages you guys have burned through.
We are 2 cm and progressing. Possibly some fluid and definitely some show so since were an hour away we are doing what we can to help it along. The MW ready to send us home just yet. So we'll make another evaluation around 2am

Thanks for not ditching me.

Anna love the new dress...too cute!

Sending prayers for a safe and easy delivery. Can't wait to hear about littlest's arrival and to see photos!!

 

[disneymommieof2]

Thanks for the Help Ladies!! I'm done!! With the applique part anyway! I got it all sewed together and I ran the basting stitches, Then realized how late it is!! I have to take sophia to her first dance class in the am so I'm done for the night! All I have left to do it to attach the skirt. Wait I also need to put something on the hem. I guess I'll figure that out later! I gotta go to sleep. Oh and here's a picture of the lotus bloom:

It's also my 10 year anniversary today!