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fabulous feather hair and hat ornaments

Rachel — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 19:41:45 GMT

Lookin for some fine feathers to accentuate your fabulous style. I make one of a kind feather hair and hat pieces using beautiful feathers from all over the world. They are perfect for any occasion and look great in your hair, on your hat , or on a lapel. Check out some of my work on my new tribe http://tribes.tribe.net/rachelrosedesign Custom orders are available too.
~Rachel Rose

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New pink and white curly fairy wings

glittrrgrrl — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 18:49:22 GMT

Hi All!

Just wanted to let you know that I have a new pair of fairy wings for sale on Etsy! I've posted a picture in the gallery here! You can find the listing at:

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=10850438

Do please hurry along to see them (skipping and singing we feel would be appropriate - or at least squirming with joy in your seat a little...) before it sells out!

Fairy light and blessings to you all!

Angelia

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Fairy Coustume Help!

gypsy_princess — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 20:51:10 GMT

I'm supposed to play the Fairy Queen Aine at a renn faire in June...

No. Clue. What. I'm. Doing.

Google and Ask give me marginal help...but I can't get much to make a coustume idea. Any ideas guys? I'm a fairly husky woman...Any help would be appreciated!

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Kimono Patterns

gypsy_princess — Sun, 17 Feb 2008 03:23:40 GMT

Hi all!

I need a simple kimono pattern...I need to make one in the next 2 weeks...and my sewing machine despises me...I'd read some where it was just a bunch of rectangles, but I'm pattern illetrate, and Simplicitys patterns don't go up to my size. (I'm a size 26-28) in patterns.

Any ideas would be whole heartedly appreciated.

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Grinder Girl type outfit needed

Vena — Sun, 09 Dec 2007 04:37:33 GMT

I'm planning to do a stage performance and I need an outfit similar to a Grinder Girl outfit. I've looked everywhere online and can't seem to find anybody who makes them. The Renn Fair/SCA type outfits are a little too organic, I'm looking for something more like the robot on Metropolis, but a lot more scantily of course! Anybody have leads on this?

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Can Can Skirts

Vaudie-slam... — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 22:43:16 GMT

I need to make at least 3 can can skirts, but I need them fast and cheap, and I have to make them myself. Anyone got any good ideas? Patterns? Fabric I should use?

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Dances of Vice Festival - Gothic Victorian costumed ball New York

Dances of Vice — Thu, 27 Dec 2007 04:49:53 GMT

Salut! I'm Shien Lee, an event promoter in New York City - and I would like to invite all modern dandies, decadents, aesthetes, artists, thinkers, and dreamers to join us on February 8th and 9th for the 2008 Dances of Vice Festival in New York City! While our regular monthly events are grounded in the 1920-30s, the 2008 Dances of Vice Festival will have a distinctly neo-Victorian flair.

Rasputina will be headlining the festival in the exciting context of a neo-Victorian costumed ball, which will largely appeal to the gothic Victorian, neo-Victorian, steampunk, lolita, vintage lifestyle, glamor, and alternative subculture demographics. Come show off your lovely avant garde attire and try your luck at our costume contest, featuring a number of lovely historical costuming hats and accessories as the prizes.

The festival will feature a number of vendors, an art gallery, a vintage Polaroid photo booth, puppet operettas, a costume contest, and much more.

Event flyers can be found on my profile, and festival details can be located at www.dancesofvice.com

Limited quantity VIP tickets are on sale now at the website! Hope to meet some of you there!

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Need designer for sexy sheep costume

Lalalala! — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 18:01:45 GMT

Hey all,

I'm producing a film and need someone who can design/sew/gluegun a sexy sheep costume. This is a labor-of-love, out of my pocket super low budget production so I can really only afford to pay for supplies. That said, this film will get a lot of exposure as I'm an aggressive marketer, and I do have lots of connections so hopefully I could return the favor by getting you gigs. Any interest out there?

Here's the link to my film:
sheeplovestory.webs.com

Production is in San Francisco. Thanks!

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frozen hair

Garrett — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 10:02:56 GMT

I'm trying to do a make-up effect of a frozen beard and hair. Looking to make icicles coming off of them. Any ideas? Also any suggestions on how to makw the skin look frosty?
Any help would be awesome!

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I need mermaid help!!

Amanda — Wed, 03 Oct 2007 07:49:23 GMT

Since Halloween is coming up I've started planning my costume. I'm planning a mermaid costume (think creepy, like the grindylows and merpeople from Harry Potter). The tail is a Simplicity pattern done in black PVC. I want to have a bare upper body and was thinking of some good alternatives to liquid latex. If I use a high-quality makeup like Ben Nye with a sealer, will that get me through trick-or-treating and the party???? How do I keep it looking fresh for the whole night??

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Become a part of "bAbeL - art project"

seipone — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 16:07:51 GMT

Dear brothers and sisters,

i study art therapy in Germany and work on the arty part of my diploma at the moment - and i invite you to support my work “ babel“!
Babel is about the try to cancel the moment of disintegration, it is about identity, community,structure and the basic needs of human beings and it is about you as well, when you join this project;
Please send me one article of your clothing, which you don`t need
anymore (it doesn`t matter if there is a mark on it, a cut in it, the
zipper is not working anymore etc.) and a word (in your language, a
word, which you like, which you don`t like, which you use often or
never, it can be a name, too) to this adress :

Sandra Becker
Hunscheidtstraße 162
44789 Bochum
Germany

in case you like to send me more material - like little messages,
infomation about you, your life, your country,the article of clothing
( maybe there is a story about it - you never liked to wear it, it was
a gift, you wore it in an important moment) - i will be pleased about
it.
my plan is to put all together in a new way - so that there will be one dress and one poem at the end for one performance/ film/installation, but it is not clear how it will be exactly - at least the most important thing depends on you. maybe the dress and the poem will go on a journey again, maybe they will come back to you, maybe you get a message from them, maybe you won´t see them again, maybe....the ideas become more and more with every package i get from you what ever will happen - i let you know. and be sure; whenever you give something - you get something.
the artwork will be shown at the diploma exhibition of the FH Ottersberg (Germany) on march 21th 2008.
you will find a documentation on my tribe-blog.

i hope that it will be possible to support me,
looking forward to get a message from you,

Become a part of babel !
sandruschka

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glitter

MLY — Sun, 24 Apr 2005 20:26:36 GMT

Anyone know a good (stays put) glitter body make up or way to make fine craft glitter adhere to skin? It would be for a performance so sweat-proof is a plus. I'd prefer it to be more opaque than just a little sparkly like most drugstore brands. Thanks!

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can someone help me witha crazy hair design?

Sky — Tue, 07 Aug 2007 23:36:04 GMT

Blessings to all,
I am working on a crazy costume where I need my dread locks to stand up in all directions. A friend told me to use 8 guage wire and make a grid for my head, but how exactly would i accomplish this? And is it something I will be able to sleep in? what about getting it wet? anyone have any ideas?

be at peace,
Sky

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The joy of Costumes

Achbar — Tue, 29 May 2007 23:01:42 GMT

What got you started?

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Wings

missroach — Mon, 27 Jun 2005 20:42:16 GMT

So I've got this wing design... really large, lightweight bendy metal worn with a backpacking backpack frame to stabalize. But my problem is, I don't know what metal to use or where to find someting that is sturdy yet bendable to create a semi-intricate wing design... Help?

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Flaming Lotus Girls desperate for carpet

BarbieSkinner — Mon, 02 Jul 2007 13:21:49 GMT

If you know of anyone getting rid of carpet we would be very grateful of it.

The only catch is we need it today! or as soon as possible, yesterday really. We are trying to pack the serpent mother for the fire arts festival in Oakland and then on to Amsterdam, taking Flaming Lotus Fire Art to the world ( http://serpentmother.com/ ), and it would be part of the solution to a problem. We are working day and night. It isn't easy fitting a 168 ft long Flaming Serpent into a shipping container. She takes a bit of taming!

If you know of friends or family getting rid of carpet which could be donated to the cause, please email as soon as you read this. Packing deadlines are being pushed!

Many thanks

Fire, lipstick and kisses from

Barbieskinner and the rest of the Flaming Lotus Girls and the Serpent Mother too

xx

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Wire wings

PussycatInLights — Sun, 24 Jun 2007 22:45:38 GMT

I'm kind of new at non-feather wing making. I have an idea for a pair of intricate wire wings, but I'm afraid of the wire being bent out of shape during wear. Is there a type of clear plastic material that could be bonded to the wire with heat for a lamenated-like look?

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Marshalls' Fashion Police strike downtown San Francisco -- win prizes

ericsf7 — Fri, 08 Jun 2007 17:16:25 GMT

Underscoring that paying too much for fashion is a crime, Marshalls – one of the nation’s leading off-price retailer – is on a coast-to-coast search for fashion victims: people who unwittingly pay too much for fashion.

Accompanied by roving models showing the latest Marshalls fashions, teams of Fashion Police (licensed to give out citations for paying too much for designer-wear) and Deal Divas (wearing oversized price tags) are on patrol in San Francisco’s fashion hotspots. Fashion-friendly citations will be given in Union Square, Yerba Buena Gardens, Pier 39, throughout the Financial District and other areas to encourage shoppers to eschew their over-priced ways and head to their local Marshalls.

And, if there’s not a member of the Fashion Police handy, people can issue a “citizens arrest” online at www.marshallsfashionpolice.com and send citations to their friends, check out the most wanted lineup, receive some fashion crime stopping tips and enter a contest for free prizes including a Marshalls shopping spree. Also online, earn your “License to Shop” by taking the Fashion Police Quiz. View fashion crime stopping tips, and check out the Most Wanted Fashion Lineup.

When: Thursday, June 7 – Sunday, June 10

Great bargains can be found every day at Marshalls, at prices up to 60% less than department and specialty stores. For store locations, call 1-800-MARSHALLS, or visit Marshalls on the Web at www.MarshallsOnline.com.

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FAABRIKA'S Semi Annual Big Givaway and Open Studio! Fri and Sat...

faabrika — Fri, 25 May 2007 15:31:18 GMT

Faabrika's New Studio
6180 West Jefferson Blvd,
(Right Front Corner near Crystal Rose Parkinglot, BLack Door, Celeste),
Los Angeles, CA 90016

When: Friday night , May 25, 6:00pm-late
Saturday day may 26, 1pm til around 6pm

Phone: 310-597-3727

Hi All! I've moved my studio to a mucho larger, more fabulous space in the front of Gadget's warehouse!
But by golly there just ain't much storage, so...
Bring noshes/drinks and leave with loads of faabulous stuff!
COME BY AND GIT COSTUMED!
I'm GIVING AWAY lots o' Costumes bits and pieces, whatnots fabrics trims wigs hats shoes
all sorts of things to doll yourselves up for Burningman...
Racks and Racks and boxes nad boxes and boxes... of FREE GIFTYS FOR ALL Y'ALL TO PLUNDER! ARRRR!
And as usual, there will be a few of my personal tasty items for sale as well and I will be taking BM orders and measurements...
Come on by FRIDAY NIGHT: from 6pm til around midnight...
SATURDAY DAY: from 1pm til 6pm

PLEASE try to RSVP so I get an idea of who and how many and approx when...
See you there,
yours costumerrily,
Faabrika
310-597-3727

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Question?

Pamela — Wed, 23 May 2007 16:05:50 GMT

Hello, I make clothing and cosutmes. I need help figuring out how to keep boot covers to STAY UP?? I have done ties, draw string holders, and elastic is too form fitting for the different sizes in legs. Please help if you have any suggestions

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Fairy costume ideas/advice

Linsey — Tue, 22 May 2007 17:13:30 GMT

So I'm going to be entering the Faerieworlds festival costume competition in July, and I'm getting started on my costume. I'm not dead set on winning, but I at least want to make a decent show of it, and I'm going to be up against extremely stiff competition.

I'm still working on conceptualizing my costume. I can't decide a very traditional woods faerie, or a contemporary scraggly street kid kid style faerie. Any ideas, advice, experience, or little tips for adding detail to a costume would be helpful.

Also, I specialize more in makeup (I do a lot of face painting) so if there are any ideas for that I would love it.

Thanks

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So. Cal, Costume/Fashion Designer . . .

Artistpriestess — Sun, 20 May 2007 18:49:35 GMT

Just saw a post for the Masquerade Ball, and wanted to offer my assistance to anyone attending the ball or other events this summer (Ren Faires, proms etc.) . . . I designed for the ball last year, and have some free time over the next few months . . . my resume and a lot of my work is on my profile . . .
Anam Cara, Bonnie

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costume swap at Social Salon, a new format of social networking event

scott — Fri, 11 May 2007 23:36:29 GMT

Social Sampler

A new concept in social events: "Social Sampler". 28 activities in 7 rooms over 6 hours with 300 chairs using 50 tables. Conversation tables, dancing, games, sing-alongs, read-alongs costume club, toys, food sampler join, watch, or wander activities. several helpful hosts. waltz dancing, latin, swing dancing. 6pm to midnight

www.SocialSampler.com

All ages, Comfortable attire. No partner necessary. $12 general, $6 student with ID.

Oakland Veterans Hall, 200 Grand Avenue Oakland CA X Harrison.A beautiful dance hall, with 3,500 square foot hardwood floor, extra room for socializing and meeting new people, easy access, great parking.

CONVERSATION TABLES: Movies, Books, Relationships, Culture, Tech, Dining, Humor, Random Chat, Artists, Networking, Writers, Harry Potter, Pets, Weather, Vacations; DANCING: Waltz, Swing, Latin SOCIAL : Board games, Card games, Social games, Sing alongs, Script Read alouds, Costumers club, Toys, Food sampler

Conversation Tables
Each Conversation table has a different theme such as Movies, Books, Relationships, Culture, Tech, Dining, Humor, Random Chat, Artists, Networking, Writers, Harry Potter, Pets, Weather, and Vacations.

Each table has a deck of cards with a different topic on each card. Each card is turned over one at a time. People talk about the topic as they wish until everyone who wants to talk is finished. Then the next card is turned over. For example, for the Movie Table, topic cards include “Your favorite movie?” “Your favorite actor?” “Your worst movie experience?” “Your favorite theatre” “Your favorite movie snack?”. Similar topic cards decks are set on each conversation table. You may participate or just listen. You may join or leave any table at any time. There is a host at each table to answer questions.
Movies Table May 26 -a table each for Spiderman III, Shrek III, Pan's Labyrinth, movies in general.
Books Table Recent book discussion, writing, literature, business of authorship
Relationships Table Romance and Relationships discussion
Culture Table Symphony-dance-opera-ballet-theatre
Technology Table Technology, computers and science fiction
Dining Table cooking, fine dining, restaurant, food, cooking experiences
Humor Table Read Jokes, write cartoon captions
Random Chat Table There are 100 cards: "What was the oddest thing you have ever seen?""What is your worst hair day?" “What was your worst job experience?" "Most embarassing moment?"
Artists Exchange Table Exchange techniques, shows, art
Networking Table Business Networking: startups, marketing strategy, IPO, financing
The Writers Exchange Table mutual help for new writers and authors
Harry Potter Table movies, books and trivia
Pets Table cute pet stories, pet health
Vacations Table favorite vacations, budget vacations, dream vacations
Weather stories Table Everyone has interesting stories about weather. Blizzards, hurricanes, earthquakes, hail

Dancing
Waltz Dancing Dj music for Waltz, Polka, Congress of Vienna, Bohemian National Polka
Swing Dancing Dj music for Lindy, East Coast Swing, West Coast Swing, Shag, Balboa, Blues dances
Latin Dancing Dj music for Salsa, cha cha, samba, mambo, bachata, cumbia dances

Games Room
Social games including charades, acronamatic, the question game, story time, WHAT IF? There are social board games in the room: pick up a social board game, select a table, and invite other to play with you. You may leave any game at any time. All games stop after 30 minutes so that everyone can try other games.

Board games including cranium, outburst, monopoly, Pictionary. There are social board games in the room: pick up a board game, select a table, and invite other to play with you. You may leave any game at any time. All games stop after 30 minutes so that everyone can try other games

Card games including Hearts, Holmes Card Game, Magic: Mamma Mia, other. There are many decks of cards and many specialty card decks. Pick out a game, select a table, invite others to join. You may leave any game at any time. All games stop after 30 minutes so that everyone can try other games.

Social Rooms

Toys
Legos, Tinker Toys, K’nex, Erector sets, modeling clay, group jigsaw puzzles, crossword puzzle. You are welcome to play with the toys and invite others to join you.

Script read-alouds
reading aloud scripts from TV, plays, movies, such as the Simpsons, Seinfeld, Friends, Mash, All in the Family, Hamlet, Shakespeare in Love,Buffy, Coupling, American Beauty. There are many scripts on the table. Pick one that you would like to read aloud. Select a table, invite others to join in. Everyone selects a character, and start reading aloud.

Food Sampler There is a different food sampler each Social Sampler. Some food sampler themes are ice creams, chocolates, coffees, potato chips, cookies. Odd Ice Creams with be sampled for May 26: Avacado, Buko (Baby Coconut), Ginger, Green Tea, Halo Halo (Buko, Langka, Ube, Pineapple, Mongo &Sweet Beans), Langka (also known as Jackfruit, a relative of the Fig), Lychee, Mango, Thai Tea, Sweet Coconut, and Ube (purple Yam).

Costumers Club activities include swap or sell fabric, clothing, or costumes' sewing circle talk; or meet potential new clients about new costumes, tuxes, or gowns; or finish a costume in a 'stitch and bitch' session. This is a group for costumers and seamstresses who make costumes, gowns, wedding dresses, and clothing for such events as Renaissance Faire, Dickens Faire, Science Fiction costume masquerade balls, Halloween balls and events, Sea of Dreams NYE, Anon Salon events, Costume cons, Belly Dancers outfits, Greater Bay Area Costume Group events, Art Deco's Gatsby picnic, Newport Week, San Francisco Waltzing Society, Friday Night Waltz New Year's Eve formal Waltz Balls, Peers and Gaskells formal balls.

Sing alongs
Sea Shanteys are songs traditionally sung by sailors to accompany and set the rhythm for certain kinds of heavy, repetitive work on board ship—raising and trimming the sails, raising the anchor, and working the pumps.

Musicals are the songs from musical plays and movies, such as Sound of Music, Grease, Singing in the Rain, Brigadoon, Hair, My Fair Lady, Oklahoma, Guys and Dolls.

Folk songs are just that: traditional folk songs.

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Show off your most fantastical creation at PEERS' Sleeping Beauty's Christening Ball

Prue — Tue, 17 Apr 2007 23:17:50 GMT

Show 'em that fairy costumes aren't just for little girls in store-bought wings.

Here's a place to see (and be seen in) some of the Bay Area's finest fantasy costuming:

Advanced tickets are available for only $15, by going to http://peers.org/beauty.html and clicking the Paypal link,

Or send a check or money order to:
PEERS
2144 B Buena Vista Ave
Alameda CA 94501

SLEEPING BEAUTY'S CHRISTENING BALL

A Faery Tale Masquerade Ball

Saturday, May 5, 2007
Masonic Lodge of San Mateo
Doors Open: 6:45p.m.
Dance Lesson: 7:00 p.m.
Dancing Begins: 8:00 p.m.
Tickets: $15.00 in advance (by April 28)
At the door: $20.00

Don't miss this magical May ball in honour of her royal highness the Princess Aurora, the kingdom's long-awaited heiress. Fairy, fairy tale, or fantasy costume is admired, not required and historical or semi-historical costume (Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Regency, Victorian, or Pre-Raphaelite) or modern evening dress is also welcome. Masks and wings are optional. In the interest of dancing, our fairies may want to avoid anything with a huge wingspan, but our guests' creativity is encouraged.

PEERS is honoured to present one of the world's most glorious Celtic Fusion rock bands - Avalon Rising - as our featured band, playing waltzes, polkas, jigs, reels, country dances, and both traditional and original music for an evening of both vintage ballroom dancing and free-style dancing. Some of the dances will be highly structured (and will be briefly taught or called at the ball) but there will be a number of dances in which the guests may exercise their creativity. It's not uncommon to have a polka, an Irish reel-athon or polka set, Swing and free-style rock going on at the same time on the dance floor to the very same tune at our fantasy and fairy tale balls!

For a sneak preview of the evening's magical music, we highly recommend any and all of Avalon Rising's currently available CD's. Please see the band's website for more information.

There will be both musical and dance performances and DJ dance music at intermission. To sustain us through such a vigorous evening of dancing, their Majesties will be serving a semi-period buffet of sweets and savories. Gifts for the Princess and potluck contributions to the buffet are also admired, not required.

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Kitty Kat Tail Construction

Stephanie — Fri, 19 Jan 2007 15:38:53 GMT

I need to make a cat tail for a costume and thought I'd simply sew a really loooong, skinny "sock" made with furry fabric, turn it out, stuff with batting, and insert a coat hanger for shaping. Anyone have any successful experiences with alternative methods? I'm all ears! (And whiskers.....)

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QUESTION. Fox costume.

Catboy — Tue, 06 Mar 2007 13:35:14 GMT

I have an idea to make a male-vixen costume. I need any patterns or photos of female or male fox make-up and costume. Is there anybody who can help?

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How to make leg warmers

lindy — Wed, 20 Dec 2006 06:40:28 GMT

I too like others tried this.It seemed like an easy idea until I put the fur against the boots. If I simply wrap the fur around the front of the boot, there will be a giant wrinkle to make the bend. Does anybody have a sewing pattern for the leg warmers? or can I make them without a sewing machine.

Tks from down under - Lindy

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Wolfe Brothers Class-- Santa Clara Januray 2007

brandy — Wed, 06 Dec 2006 20:57:12 GMT

Anyone who may be interested in learning world class makeup and face paint techniques should take a glance at the Wolfe Brothers class. They don't make to CA very often, and they are extremely talented artists. Their site is Wolfefx.com if you want to se a sample of what you will be learning. Great opportunity!

Each class is 3 days. People who book will be called
personally by Nick or Brian Wolfe. The cost is between $415-$500 for 3 full days
of instruction and lunch.
Tues-Thurs January 16-18, 2007
Fri-Sun 19-21, 2007
If you know of anyone who would like to take these classes. PLEASE
pass on my email or let me know. I was expecting the confirmation in
September, but didn't get it till now and really want to get this
class booked by January. Thank you for your support and help.
Contact:
Wendy- Wendy@NeverlandFaces.com
or Justin- justin@wolfefx.com

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Whatcha gonna be on Halloween?

Stephanie — Wed, 27 Sep 2006 20:01:44 GMT

Me, I'm gonna be a genie - I made some harem pants and a bra top with some chiffon-y $2-per-yard fabric, and need inspiration for accessorizing. Anyone have any pics of genie costumes you can share? But please, no pictures of Barbara Eden, for heavens sake!!!

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Halloween BONDAGE BALL LA.... This is it!!! The Grand Ball!!!!!

Vena — Tue, 24 Oct 2006 17:31:02 GMT

OK all you Vamps and Tramps, Pimps, Playah's and Ho's...
We've been planning this event for months and it's guaranteed to be the biggest event of the year, as it has for the past few years. I highly recommend getting your tickets online now so you don't have to stand in the long lines at the event.
Also, while costumes are not mandatory, I highly recommend it. Due to the sheer number of guests we're expecting, our event photographers will only be going after those with the most creative costumes.

HOLLYWOOD'S WORLD FAMOUS LONGEST RUNNING AND LARGEST FETISH EVENT RETURNS!!!
The annual Halloween Bondage Ball guarantees to fulfill all your kinky desires and fantasies. Don't wait until the last minute to plan your Halloween. This is guaranteed to be the event you'll be talking about for months to come!

- Special Guests Fetish Superstars Emily Marilyn and Julie Simone
- Fashion show by Versatile Fashions
- 5 Fetish Zones with Professional Performers by Charley B
- 6 Different Bondage Stations for Guests with bondage furniture provided by Downtown Willy
- Free Portrait Booth
- 2 DJ Areas
- 3 Full Bars
- Outside Smoking Patios
- VIP Lounge
- Multiple Vendors Selling Adult Toys, Fetish Wear, Jewelry, etc
- Living Art Installations
- A Bevy of Sultry Go Go Girls
- Halloween Projections and Performances

Dress in your best Fetish or Halloween attire because our event photographers will be roaming around the event looking for the most creative and erotic costumes.

Tuesday the 31st of October 2006 [ All Events This Day ] 09:30pm to 02:00am

Location Henry Fonda Theater
6126 Hollywood Blvd
Hollywood, CA 90028

Info: www.bondageball.com
Email: info@bondageball.com
Tel: 323-850-4455

Pricing: Presale Tickets Online $20 ($5 Off Before 10:30pm; VIP Passes Available At Event ($10).

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Costume Help!

Sagerator — Fri, 20 Oct 2006 21:37:46 GMT

Hi everyone! I just joined.
Hoping someone can help me. I have a few things I know I want to where and am trying to decide how to accerorize, which will make the costume whatever it will be.
I have:
~purple and black striped tights
~sexy black short black dress, with the bottom having different lengths.
I need to decide on shoes. I hate heels. I am thinking black vans, or chunky platform boots.
And- what can I be? I am thinking witch (get a hat), pirate (get a patch, etc.), superhero(cape), some kind of pippi longstocking (with my braids??), etc...
What do you think? Any ideas these bring to mind? I know it is tough without actually seeing what i have, but maybe the tights and dress make you think of something that i have not.
Most mportantly, what kind of shoes?
:)
Thanks,
Sage

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tails!

tank — Sun, 15 Oct 2006 22:04:13 GMT

i need one. what kind of cheshire cat doesn't have a tail?

i can't find anything off the rack that i like, and i've got no clue how to build one. any ideas?

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Selling my wig and fall collection

Alli Ruth — Sat, 14 Oct 2006 00:12:28 GMT

Hey I'm selling off a lot of great stuff to help pay off my student loans including my wig collection. Auctions end this weekend! Here is the link...
http://search.ebay.com/_W0QQsassZalsanasinQQhtZ-1QQfrppZ50QQfsopZ1QQfsooZ1QQrdZ0

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Unique performers, performance artists, cosplayers wanted. (Los Angeles)

Vena — Tue, 03 Oct 2006 06:46:00 GMT

Are you a Performance Artist? Dancer? Digital Media Artist? A Performer? OR do you simply have a strange and bizarre act?
We want to expose your art to people in a fun nightclub environment. Every Friday, hundreds of people attend our nightclub. Our clientele are some of the most open minded people in Los Angeles. In the past, we've had performances that ranged from BDSM, Living Art Installations, and even Fashion shows using found objects. Many of the performers have returned while we continue to invite new artists to perform at our events. Here are some examples of what we're looking for:
- Performers who will interact with the crowd.
- Body painted performers, or body painters.
- Stilt walkers, jugglers, sword swallowers, unicyclists.
- Burlesque performers with a twist.
- Contortionists.
- Magicians, even bad magicians!
- Club Kids, Drag Performers, Costumed characters.
Basically, as long as it's different and legal, we're interested.

In exchange, here's what we're offering:
- Free entry for you and 6 of your closest friends.
- Exposure to hundreds of people (each week). As many weeks as you want to perform.
- A venue to test out your new material to a captivated audience.
- An audience to express your art to.
- Freedom to hand out your business cards, sell your art, and advertise your art.

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needed: tips for making an icarus costume

amy hd — Wed, 20 Sep 2006 18:13:50 GMT

details and specifications located in my blog space

http://people.tribe.net/64f0174e-10f5-49e4-ad42-4ca08713a24f/blog/15281cf8-0515-45df-98ac-4c685f1804f9

thank you for taking the time to read it and posting suggestions!

big hugs and logs of love ~ amy

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Wolf costume (showing off!)

SPark — Thu, 06 Apr 2006 23:11:44 GMT

So for the first time in I don't even know how long I've finally done a bit of work on a personal costume. (Usually I'm just too busy with other people's commissions to work for myself. ) So yesterday I finished and took a few quick photos of the head of my wolf suit.

http://bladespark.topcities.com/costume/yinhead01.jpg

http://bladespark.topcities.com/costume/yinhead02.jpg

http://bladespark.topcities.com/costume/yinhead03.jpg

I'll be wearing it with clothes, rather than with a fur bodysuit. Eventually the whole outfit will be just a touch goth (I'm pondering giving it some earrings or something) with combat boots, and pawgloves.

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Getting Rid of my Fetish and Latex clothing

Vena — Tue, 15 Aug 2006 18:01:07 GMT

So my closet space seems to be dwindling rapidly... or else I just have too many clothes! Either way, I need to get rid of some clothes so I can actually close the door. Here's a list of the things I'm selling:
1) Custom METALLIC PURPLE latex gown by Syren size L for somebody between 5' 9" to 6' 0" tall and slim to average body. This is based on the "Madonna" gown made by Syren (retails for $380 + tax + shipping) but I had custom flared out sleeves made (another $50). It's a gorgeous dress that's tight on top, and fishtails on the bottom. I've worn it twice and loaned it to a friend once for a fetish event. There's a tiny (about 1" x 1/4" ) blemish on the lower front where I I accidently touched it with an acetone soaked cottonball, but you'd have to look for it to even catch it. Otherwise it's perfect. I'm asking $275 + shipping for it. Here's a picture of the regular gown in black: www.syren.com/STORE/gowns...GOWN_jpg.jpg
Here's the actual dress on me: people.tribe.net/903fc100-...a976064e58

2) Black latex catsuit by Syren. Size L for somebody between 5' 8" to 5' 10". This is an off the rack catsuit that is footless and full sleeves. The zipper extends from the back all the way past the crotch. I once tore the suit along the left shoulder and sent it back to Syren to have them repair it. I've actually used it since for photoshoots and you can't tell where it was repaired in pictures. But if you look closely you can see the new seam. The suit retails for $310 + tax + shipping. I'm asking $150 + shipping. Here's a picture of what it looks like: www.syren.com/SHOP/Women/...s/atgrp2.htm
Here's the actual suit on me after the repair (look on the left shoulder):
people.tribe.net/903fc100-...f25524efb9

3) Lip Service silver vinyl waist cincher. This is not a boned waist cincher, but it still cinches since it has about 4 straps with buckles top to bottom. I got this cincher because it's gorgeous, but sadly it's always been way too big on me. I appears to be a medium (for somebody with a natural 29" waist so it cinches down to a 26" or so). I think I've worn this thing twice ever. I even had the zipper professional replaced once to a heavier duty one. I'm asking $20 for it, not sure how much I paid for it new but I'm sure about twice of that. Here's a picture of it on me: people.tribe.net/903fc100-...4c9183ff85

Send me an email if you're interested and I can send you my PayPal address.

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halloween..... ?

kirsa — Wed, 30 Aug 2006 18:55:30 GMT

...with fall fast approaching I'm sure some of you talented people are thinking up, or working on, some fabulous halloween costumes. So i am curious as to what your evil genious minds are toying with for this year's festivities... and what some of your favorite creations of past years have been.

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Pink Fuzzy Sparkly Fabric Brain Fart

Stephanie — Thu, 24 Aug 2006 01:40:14 GMT

I just posted a picture of this great fabric on my profile, it's been sitting in my sewing room for about 2 months, and I have complete and total brain lockdown on what to make with it. Arrrggg. I keep waiting for it to tell me what it wants to become, but it's being VERY lazy about speaking up. Help!

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ZOMBIES at Dragon*Con 2006

ZaeM the Great and Powerful — Wed, 23 Aug 2006 14:55:58 GMT

I just set up a new tribe for our Project: Zombie Attack. Check out our tribe, with Pics of our earliest Zombie experiment, and lots of info.

http://tribes.tribe.net/zombieattack06

You all may be interested in our Shot-With-a-Shotgun-whith0-bloodpacks-applied-to-them costumes, as this is a costuming tribe. I tell you... I've always wanted to shoot clothes with a shotgun for the sake of costuming.

let's just say it worked as I always knew it would. another lifetime-achievement-goal acomplished.

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Austinites! I need recommendations...

Stephanie — Thu, 20 Jul 2006 15:52:03 GMT

Is anyone aware of any specialty fabric or trim stores that carry out-of-the-ordinary stuff (i.e. 18" fringe, lots of lycra, wide selection of faux fur, super nifty trims, etc.)? I have done the Hancock's, Joanne's, and Hobby Lobby thing to death - I need a new source!!

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tutu...

wyllough — Wed, 07 Jun 2006 22:34:19 GMT

so im interested in finding an easy way to create a tutu...the kind that flares out quickly starting at the waist...
have tons of tulle, a sewing machine and limited sewing skills...any suggestions?..

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New tribe forming

rayprice — Thu, 06 Jul 2006 22:16:19 GMT

I'd like to invite you to a place called "The Realm of Skatha."

This is a land where we hope to meet with fellow travelers in the form of musicians, dancers, theatrical designers, mask makers, costuming folks, web gurus and other creative types who want to become involved in, make suggestions on and to create a magickal spectacle for the senses which we will launch on an unsuspecting public.

Our interests are wide, encompassing Medieval, Middle Eastern, Celtic and Contemporary music and dance, theatre, multi-media and more.

Join our tribe, introduce yourself and begin creating what we hope will develop into a spectacular adventure in performance.
Pay us a visit at http://tribes.tribe.net/skatha

At the heart of Skatha right now are Medieval Bagpipes and Percussion - we hope to add more colors to our palette very soon.

Enjoy the journey ...

- Tristan Pooka (your friendly, neighborhood piper)

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Sewing Pattern for Leg Warmers?

Vena — Mon, 05 Jun 2006 23:42:49 GMT

I'd like to put together an outfit for a club that I'm go go dancing at next week. The theme is red (for Hell) and I got a bunch of red fake fur that I'd like to make leg warmers and a miniskirt with. The leg warmers are the kind that go over go go boots like the ones shown here: http://disguys.tribe.net/photos/d59d6195-8cd5-4150-b8ee-17f31d8c438b
It seemed like an easy idea until I put the fur against the boots. If I simply wrap the fur around the front of the boot, there will be a giant wrinkle to make the bend. Does anybody have a sewing pattern for the leg warmers?

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Volenteer for PROJECT: ZOMBIE ATTACK!

ZaeM the Great and Powerful — Fri, 16 Jun 2006 16:36:37 GMT

Head over to the Dragon*Con Tribe via this link to read up on our exciting Assault on this year's D*C attendees. Be a part of the most elaborate costume scheme ever to hit Dragon*con.

http://dragoncon.tribe.net/thread/15cead2d-9d1e-41d2-af37-4baec4f9f4c6

Punch and Cake.

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Looking for desingers going to Bman

skitlegrindr — Sat, 10 Jun 2006 16:39:21 GMT

I am promoting a fashion show for this years burn, inspired by the theme "future: hope and fear" I am looking for more desingers, models, make-up artists, DJ's, ect. If any one is interested in participating, please join my tribe. The day of the show is Thursday, Aug 31st, 4pm at Camp trashistan

http://tribes.tribe.net/c49dbc8e-e4c0-4116-b36d-a907b2826e79?_click_path=Application%5Btribe%5D.Tribe%5Bc49dbc8e-e4c0-4116-b36d-a907b2826e79%5D

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MASKS!

gambletron — Tue, 17 Jan 2006 09:28:27 GMT

Hey y'all. I am looking for some new and creative maskmaking ideas.

Anyody have tips on creating concealable methods of attaching things to the ears?

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Hey BIG SPENDER!!!

sillyashley — Mon, 27 Mar 2006 16:01:27 GMT

Any ideas out their for the song "Big Spender"? I need Affordable, Moveable, Outrageous, and Sexy! A lot to ask? I know!! But all my ideas are simple and hokey. I want Burlesque meets the traveling Circus. Yard Dogs syle, maybe. I'm all dried up. HELP!

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Need Make Up Resources...

..XS.. — Wed, 22 Mar 2006 19:53:55 GMT

Hey Incongnitans,

Lookin' for books, websites, etc... about theatrical make up ideas, tips, techniques... etc... you get me. Wanna experiment a bit before playatime. Any and all info greatly appreciated.

Many thanks in advance.

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monster costume

your_little_pony — Tue, 21 Mar 2006 20:52:28 GMT

HI,
i'm feeling lame about my idea for a monster costume. It's for a burlesque number so needs to be removed in layers...
i've got this purple and blue speckled fun fir, i was thinking boot covers, and wings, that's as far as i got....
help

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Real Life Cartoon Characters

nomax — Sun, 12 Mar 2006 17:07:40 GMT

Hello Incognito Tribers,

There's a new tribe that may interest those who are real life cartoon characters!

Calling all...

furies
mythical warriors
stuffed animals
dark creatures
comic book anti-heroes
...and other strange beasts.

Come visit us at:
http://reallifecartooncharacters.tribe.net

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Headdresses

spidra — Sat, 04 Mar 2006 04:38:33 GMT

I've always been batty for hats, especially headdresses. In the last couple weeks while eavesdropping on my various costume lists, I've seen some great tiaras, kokoshniks, Swedish folk headwear, stiff Phrygian caps, Sisters of Charity coronets, etc. Gosh, I'm dying to make that stuff. I've got the book "From the Neck Up" but it only covers the most common things. I wish I could figure out how to construct anything I see. I really would like to be able to draw 2-d patterns from what I see in 3-d.

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SF-- Wigs?

missroach — Sat, 03 Dec 2005 02:21:25 GMT

Where can I find an absolutley "drag-a-licious" one???

Favorite shops anyone?

~~ I just don't have the time to style one myself.

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Looking for a petticoat...

Mara Lee — Wed, 22 Feb 2006 00:52:03 GMT

Hi guys! Dose anyone know where I can find a realtively inexpensive super pooffy petticoat? Like a squaredancers length...it is to accentuate the skirt on my first burning man creation. Thanks so much!

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WIRED CORSETS

Sun, 19 Feb 2006 17:52:41 GMT

I am thinking about making a wired corset with fine crochet wire, has anyone tried crocheting wire, I hear it works well..

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nun resource going away

unsubscribed — Mon, 30 Jan 2006 04:00:21 GMT

blessings, the place that sells authentic nun dolls is closing. I suggest you download their pdf catalog before they are gone for good - a great erefence to the different orders and habits.
http://www.blessings-catalog.com/nundolls.html

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Painting tights

bokomaru — Sun, 04 Dec 2005 18:20:32 GMT

Anyone here have any suggestions for painting tights? I want candy-cane-esque but kinda swirly red designs on a pair of white tights. Suggestions for paints and techniques would be much appreciated.

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suggestions for other sites like Etsy.com to sell my clothing?

msdynomite — Sat, 21 Jan 2006 04:27:32 GMT

I am looking for an online venue to sell clothing and accessories. I don't yet want to invest in creating my own ecommerce site, so I'm looking for something that will manage the backend.

I'm not entirely thrilled with Etsy.com from my initial investigations. Anyone have suggestions for other sites to sell handmade/reconstructed goods?

thanks. :)

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Want creative inspiration? Watch Project Runway!

shanaynay — Tue, 17 Jan 2006 04:01:07 GMT

I posted this in a Bay Area sewing tribe, too, but as a Costumer at heart, I must post here, too.

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Are any of you addicted like I am? Thank Goddess for TiVo!

I'm talking about Bravo TV's Project Runway.

SO SO SO good.

Think The Apprentice meets Survivor in the world of high fashion.

Project Runway gives aspiring designers a chance to break into the fashion world; thus the drama unfolds in the discount fabric store and the fear sets in when the experts allude to too much trim. A very pregnant Heidi Klum heads a panel of industry luminary judges, including top women's and men's wear designer Michael Kors and Elle Magazine fashion director Nina Garcia.

From creating an entire outfit using the clothes off their backs to building a new look for Barbie, the weekly design challenges might get some hem lines into a ruffle and give a blazer all the right fringe.

I'm addicted: Hook, bobbin, and Singer.

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Elizabethan gown + accessories stolen - reward offered

Vivien — Tue, 10 Jan 2006 20:45:09 GMT

I'm posting this for a friend. I apologize if you're seeing this more than once; I'm posting in several costuming-related tribes, hoping someone will find the gown.
------

Genevieve de Vendome's (Toni Whyte's) beautiful Elizabethan 12th Night
costume and jewelry was STOLEN from her car in front of my house last
night.

Below is a detailed list of the missing items which are of great
sentimental value (not to mention a lot of work on the part of many
SCA artisans). Several pictures are also posted online at:
http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/hysteria95126/my_photos. The album is
"Stolen gown belongs to Toni aka Genevieve."

Please cross post his missive to any and all lists that you can think
of in hopes of locating the stolen items; with only six degrees of
separation, hopefully someone somewhere will see these if & when they
surface.

If anyone hears or sees anything resembling these at pawn
shops/antique stores/email lists/ ebay, please let me know: rachael
DOT keish AT gmail DOT com. I'm offering a reward for the gowns and
pendants, no questions asked, just to try and recover them.

Sincerely,
Marguerite du Royon
AKA Rachael Keish
____________________________________________

Stolen item descriptions:
- A custom made rennaissance-type pendant of 22 kt. gold, emeralds,
and a black baroque pearl. Piece was of a dolphin being ridden by a
sea-nymph. Black baroque pearl forms the dolphin's head, and the
dolphin is suspended from a green emerald pin by two chains. An
emerald dangled also below the dolphin.

- Laurel's medallion pendant of a renaissance style. Cloisonnee, with
a background of gold with a green laurel wreath, within a silver
frame. The laurel pendant is suspended from a pin by two chains, and
three freshwater pearls dangles from the bottom of it.

- Custom-made 16th Century Elizabethan gown, with hoop skirt and
corset. White brocade, with gold trim. Sleeves are made of strips of
brocade with gold trim, that have white silk organza puffs in between
them. The matching gold pill-box-type round hat has embroidery and
pearls around the sides, and a red cross of toulouse embroidered on
top.

- Custom-made red velveteen open gown/ropa/overgown with gold silk
lining. Short rounded sleeves, made of crossed-strapwork trimmed in
red and gold braid, with white silk-organza puffs showing through.
The collar shows the gold lining and has two red cross of toulouse
embroidered on it at each corner.

- Ruby cabachone earrings, with three seed-pearls.

- Costume jewelry set of necklace, bracelet, and earrings. Gold plate
with red marquis shaped stones.

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2006 burn costumes

Fri, 30 Dec 2005 22:22:44 GMT

has anybody else been inspired by the 2006 theme to start daydreaming costumes for next summer?

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something more than a goddess!

annedupee — Wed, 21 Dec 2005 08:16:34 GMT

I am dressing for a spectacular New Years eve event, themed "Divine Gods and Goddesses", and though a common theme, I want to create an uncommonly wonderful costume. It can be real goddesses, Athena, Isis etc, or something more eclectic, goddess of merlot, goddess of daydreams, yellow, whatever. I think I'm a little baffled because the possiblities are endless!

Any suggestions for links to photos are welcome, as are past projects or wildest costume fantasies are welcome.

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Clear fixident, will it protect?

PoiMei — Sat, 03 Dec 2005 00:58:40 GMT

I'm working on a costume that is primarily oil paints on a coverall, but I've put on some glitter that I'm wondering how I can make stay. It's just on with clear glue right now, but I've thought of using Fixident (like for covering charcol drawings) or a clear waterproofing spray. Does anyone have experience with these, or anything else for holding glitter and/or making paint on fabric last longer?
Anything helps, thanks

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Need some creative help for a costume

treemama — Fri, 02 Dec 2005 02:06:51 GMT

Hi there. I just joined this tribe in hopes of getting some help in how to create a costume. I'm going to a New Year's Eve concert where the theme is to come as something dreamy, or dream-like. The idea popped in my head to be a dreamcatcher. Now....how to actually do it and make it look somewhat like an actual dreamcatcher is something I am having a hard time with.

I'm open to all ideas. If you have any please share :-) Thanks a bunch!

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Emi Wada Designs

travise — Fri, 18 Nov 2005 03:57:23 GMT

Hi folks - I'm hoping someone can guide me. The costuming in 2 movies has recently really inspired me and I'm hoping to create something along the lines I've seen. 'Hero' and 'House of Flying Daggers' were both costumed by Emi Wada. I think I'll have to look at kimono patterns and other Asian costume patterns and extrapolate - any suggestions?

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nude cotton lycra?

shireen — Wed, 05 Oct 2005 05:26:49 GMT

i have looked everywhere i can think of to find this stuff, and even the guy at the "largest fabric store in the northwest" is telling me that no one makes it any more.

can this be true? i swear i have a pair of underwear around here that are nude-colored (read: white people skin tone) cotton lycra. the guy at the fabric store said it's usually used for making doll heads/limbs.

please keep me from cutting up every pair of underwear i can find to make the body suits i am looking for...

burning brightly and flying high,
shireen

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2 wigs for sale

MsGlitterDiva — Tue, 01 Nov 2005 19:36:54 GMT

orange bob-somewhat irredesant in the dark- great qualitiy kanakalon hair. new. I just don't like the color on me.

Fusia long with bangs. same
I paid 30 a piece. I am selling them for half price. $15 each.

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help with design transfer?

cheesegoddess — Sun, 09 Oct 2005 07:53:55 GMT

hello to you wonderful and creative people! I am trying to transfer a pattern on plain white paper (from a book of clip art) onto cotton from Dharma Trading Co. I have tried the transfer tracing paper which acts like carbon paper under the pattern, but to no avail. Does anyone know of a better way to do this? I am currently copying the designs freehand and I really would like to make it look better than I am capable of.

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Happy Halloween!!!

shadowspawn — Mon, 31 Oct 2005 21:22:27 GMT

Dress up, practice spooky magic, consume candy, be sweet-naughty-silly-wild-sexy, horrify others, get wild, have a blast!!!!!

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Artificial facial hair???

Juicy — Thu, 27 Oct 2005 19:04:04 GMT

I want to be a bearded lady for halloween....
i've had good results before, using wool and spirit gum to make a fu-manchu and goatee (actually i think there is a photo in my profile)
*BUT* it didn't have as much endurance as i wanted.... peeled off when i got sweaty dancing, and having everyone want to stroke it...
i definately need it to stay put longer this time...
any suggestions??

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last minute "box" help

missroach — Fri, 28 Oct 2005 17:15:36 GMT

Hiya~~~

In the next day or so I want to build a box around myself as part of this performance costume I'm going to do.

Basically, I would like to have some sort of lightweight frame attached to my person to give the suggestion of being in a "booth".

Any ideas that I could pull of in a day, and NOT be totally annoyed and shed within 5 minutes??

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Gasp! Marvelous shoes

Vivien — Mon, 03 Oct 2005 23:22:14 GMT

Look at the leaf and dragon shoes. :: swoon ::
http://www.pendragon.au.com/costume/index.htm

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Gabriel in Constantine

JennyJo — Sat, 12 Mar 2005 22:59:47 GMT

All right, so, I'm sure it's only because I haven't read the comic books, but I liked this movie quite a bit, and I'm now daydreaming about making Gabriel's costume, with the stretchy top and amazing bellbottoms. Hmm.

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HALLOWEEN!

Thu, 13 Oct 2005 07:59:21 GMT

so what the fuck are you gonna be for halloween?
brainstorm! come on people I need some inspiration!

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Posted a new costume

Sun, 16 Oct 2005 01:33:55 GMT

I woke up this morning and answered an email about making a bodysuit for a Superman costume. I stumbled across the Japanesse PepsiMan and felt inspired.

Here is what a bore mind and idle hands can craft in an afternoon. I wonder if I can get Free Pepsi products if I wear this around town?

Lem Apperson
Norfolk, Virginia, US

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looking for help...

Remy — Thu, 06 Oct 2005 23:58:25 GMT

I need to find a great looking Catwoman vinyl / latex costume.

I'm not much of a costume maker nor do I know anyone who is. At first I was looking into renting one but the quality of these rentals SUCK! Also for $50-$90, I'd rather buy one. I don't want the Hale Berry costume. I'm looking for the Michelle Pfieffer costume. The stiching or safety pins she used in the movie should be visible all over the costume(mask and bodysuit). All the costumes that I've seen so far don't show that.

Can anyone help or lead me in the right direction. I still haven't totally omitted renting as an option but it would be my desperate last choice. So I will still like to hear of any good rental shops in the L.A. area.

Thanks A LOT!

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Looking for simplicity 8725 and 8728

natalieb — Mon, 03 Oct 2005 14:55:16 GMT

The medieval dress and surcoat pattern from about five years ago. Size 10. Anyone know where to get it or have it laying around?

cheers,
nat

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pipi longstocking meets zombie pinup?

whittlesjh — Thu, 15 Sep 2005 22:24:31 GMT

I'm in a show coming up where this the look they want me to go for. While I love the concept I've been to swamped lately to really get into creating the product. I was hoping some of you creative folks out there could help inpsire me.

This is for a dance troup. I will be wearing hotshorts. And lots of gore makeup.

I also know we plan on wiring my hair into the classic two stand out braids.

Any suggestions for the rest of it?

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monkey suit

Mysgvus1 — Tue, 27 Sep 2005 19:44:39 GMT

I'm new to this tribe and was hoping that someone on this tribe could help out with an idea.

i'm planning to go as curious george for halloween, but with a twist.... a monkey suit with a george bush mask.

the problem is that I can't find a costume for a monkey that isn't kid sized, and i'm a wee bit bigger than a kid. does anyone know where to get a pattern or know of a place that has a monkey costume.

any help would be appricated.

Thanks

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Doll costume

heidelicious — Sat, 24 Sep 2005 03:14:48 GMT

So.

I have this dream.

For an upcoming event (Oct. 8) and for Halloween - since I'll be around entirely separate groups of people... I want to dress up like a doll... kinda like the Dresden Dolls http://www.dresdendolls.com

I am low budget and I want to sex it up a little bit...

Anybody got any good ideas for me? I may or may not have access to a sewing machine, depending on how much I beg and plead.

I'm going to do make-up ala mime... white face, red defined lips, rosy cheeks. But as for the outfit, I'm not sure!

Help!

Thanks,

Heide Licious

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Dragon Horns

shadowspawn — Tue, 20 Sep 2005 16:34:38 GMT

I have tried making dragon horns for a costume a few different ways but I am not sure that I have come across one that pleases me the best. Does anyone here have any clever ideas for making horns that are between one and two feet?

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Myaa~

tenebrae — Sun, 18 Sep 2005 16:50:40 GMT

Hi there!
Some of you may recognize me from elsewhere...
I'm just pleased to death with how my last costume turned out that I had to share with as many people as possible.
For a convention this year, I actually managed to complete a costume. This may not seem like that big a deal for a costume Tribe, but, uh...I hardly ever finish anything!
I posted one of the pics in the tribe photo album. The rest of the pics are in here:
http://www.niceboots.com/~tenebrae/pics/Otakon2005/MyCosplay/
The catgirl outfit is Teneko, Evil Lord Kerisu's Loyal Kitty Minion. She is from the webcomic Strange Candy / Okashina Okashi (http://www.strangecandy.net). Teneko and Evil Lord Kerisu are actually based on myself and my fiancé Kerisu.
The corset was a custom piece I ordered from a corsetiere in Australia. Apart from that (and the gloves and collar), I made everything I'm wearing. That was the first wig I ever styled and wore. Best compliment I received on the outfit was when I was telling somebody about the wig and she said (while standing only 1 or 2 feet away), "That's a wig??" I made the cat ears and sewed them to the wig. I made the matching poseable cat tail. I made the sleeves and the black velvet bodysuit with built-in shelf bra and marabou trim. I made 4 skirts, but the pointy black and purple PVC ones are sewn together to make one. Even the black velvet stockings were modified. They have a seam that runs all the way down the back and across the bottom of the sole of the foot which makes them very uncomfortable to stand in for any length of time. I sewed a new flat sole onto them out of some stretchy sueded material I had left over from a project I never finished. To give the stockings a smooth line (and to hide my spider veins), I removed the elastic from the top and instead sewed them onto flesh-toned shaper shorts. The shoes only came in black so I had to find some shoe paint and paint them purple.
You can't imagine how happy I am with this! =^_^=
Eventually I hope to make the corset myself so I can say I did that, too.
Yay!

-Tenebrae, aka Teneko.

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San Francisco Opera Costume Sale

valentinavonstilt — Fri, 13 May 2005 03:07:30 GMT

Hi folks,

I work for the SF Opera and we will be having one of our famous sales at the end of July! Just thought I'd put the buz out. I will post again with the details when they become available

peace out,

Valentina Vonstilt

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Costume display and rating site

amiperiodornot — Thu, 08 Sep 2005 01:01:46 GMT

Like to show off your costumes? Like to see other costumes? Like to discuss and review costumes? Try this site:

www.costumerating.com

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Pattern for Faux-Fur Jacket (playa coat?)

heatherlyn — Tue, 12 Jul 2005 22:32:32 GMT

Does anyone have experience making playa coats? I'm thinking of making a hip-length (or thigh-length) playa coat, and need a really simple pattern.... any pattern numbers that you can suggest?

Thanks!

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SF Opera Sale - Still stuff

furtographer — Sun, 31 Jul 2005 02:57:32 GMT

If you missed the Saturday sale, there's still plenty of great stuff for Sunday Morning. Even $35 and under.

The $1 rack still has funky wool sailor pants and warm flannel gown linings. Also random overly-worn-out anythings for one dollar. Still some $5, $10, $15 hats. Men's colonial period, $15-35. Furniture, pokey-stick props. Ya gotta see it.

10:30 AM Sunday, 2400 Chavez
http://sfopera.com/eventdetails.asp?id=663&eventtypeid=9

Plan as much time as you need to find stuff and try it on.

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Pattern for Beach Pants?

MidnightOrchid — Mon, 25 Jul 2005 18:44:30 GMT

Does anyone now where I might find a pattern for Beach Pants? I was going to try to wing it but I’m a total new sewer and my sewing buddy (great seamstress) is out of town until middle Aug. :(
Beach Pants are the ones that tie in the front & the back.

I was thinking of making a Gothy version for Bat Day (Goths at Disneylands 8/27/05)
Maybe black sheer lace with solid black ripped looking material underneath from hip to a few inches to my knees.

Opinions?

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HELP! pants butt and lower back adjustments

msdynomite — Sat, 23 Jul 2005 19:49:54 GMT

HELP! I'm going absolutely crazy. I've spent the past 3 hours trying to adjust the pattern for a jumpsuit and still can't get this right.

the first one I made was out of lycra, so there was a lot more give in the areas where the pattern was too tight. but the second one I'm making doesn't have lycra so I need the pattern to be the exact widths.

the problem is in the butt and lower back.

I need to keep the curve aspect of the butt seam the same to fit the inseam/crotch/butt area right. but I need to add to the overall width of the butt panel because while the vertical curve hugged the butt right, the horizontal measurment didn't reach to the halfway width of the butt.

adding to the outside hip curve did not help and just fucked up everything else (twisting the side leg seams something awful). if I add inches to the outside top of the butt curve (keeping the crotch/inseam bottom curve the same), and keep the integrity of the curve itself, this works. BUT that also has the effect of shortening the length of the top half of the jumpsuit, along the back area.

so I finaly got the butt to fit right, BUT now I need about 2" more in length on the back panel, around the lower back. WITHOUT changing the front panel length, which is currently perfect. and adding length to the front will cause it to bag around the crotch or stomach.

I can't just add 2" to the top of the back panel because it will mess up the arm holes and just make the upper sholders bag. so I somehow need to magically add 2" somewhere between the bottom of the arm hole and the butt, WHILE still making it match the front panel.

I thought that perhaps what I really need to do is add some width or depth to the butt curve to release the fabric across the lower back. but after spending 3 hours to get the butt curve measurement right, I simply can't see how to touch it.

please help!!! thanks.

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Painting shoes to change colour?

tenebrae — Thu, 12 May 2005 10:48:57 GMT

Hey there.
I like wearing costumes, but I rarely seem to finish them.
I've got an event I'm going to in August, so I figure I have a head start on this one and have high hopes.
I found the perfect shoes for a costume, but the problem is that they're black vinyl and I need them to be shiny purple. Any ideas for what I could use for that? I was thinking I might be able to spray paint them or something, but I worry that would crack badly. Maybe I could use a sponge brush to paint them with acrylic paint?
I thought about trying to find a way to stick satin on them, but I don't really think that would turn out very well.

Any tips?

-Tenebrae.

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Technique Dissection

spidra — Sat, 28 May 2005 05:24:22 GMT

Someone on two of my mailing lists posted these links to armor he made. Since he's selling it, I don't think he'll go into technique. However, does anyone here have insight into the type of technique used to make light metallic-looking armor out of plastic like this:

I've just finished the new version of my Second Age Elven Armor.
You might have seen my previous Elrond version a while back. This
new version is made of the same tough polypropalyne plastic as the
originals, complete with all leather trim, bracers, cloak loops and
straps, brass rivets, and elasticized speed lacings for an
adjustable fit.

Here are links to some preview images:

http://lordironwulf.no-frills.net/LOTR1.jpg

http://lordironwulf.no-frills.net/LOTR2.jpg

http://lordironwulf.no-frills.net/LOTR3.jpg

http://lordironwulf.no-frills.net/LOTR4.jpg

http://lordironwulf.no-frills.net/LOTR5.jpg

You can find information on purchasing at:

http://www.shadowdalecreations.com/gpage1.html

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headdress suggestions?

Primal_Fire — Fri, 06 May 2005 08:33:01 GMT

I was wondering if anyone has any suggestions or good links to sites that would explain how to make a headdress? I'm a fire spinner and would like to create a head piece with beads, metal, and wicks (far away from my hair and scalp, of course). In short, I'd like it to be decorative and functional. Because of the fire element, I can't use plastics, or other materials that may melt! I realize this is a little vague, but so long as I have a basic structure to work with, I can take it from there.
Thanks, Sarah

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Copper Flashing

willowdanelle — Thu, 26 May 2005 10:42:00 GMT

You can buy rolls of copper flashing at the hardware store, it's super cool. I have been thinking of making a top-hat out of it. Have any of you worked with it before? Any tips for me?

~ Willow

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Helmets / clear plastic visor?

tenebrae — Fri, 20 May 2005 20:13:41 GMT

Hey there.
I had a sudden inspiration to relive my childhood and wanted to do my G-Force / Battle of the Planets / Gatchaman / whatever you wanna call it (it's all the same show) costume up right. My problem is the character wears a fanciful motorcycle helmet with a transparent yellow bill-like visor. I've heard that there is plastic that is bendable with low heat and was wondering what to look for in the craft stores or online. Does anybody have experience with something like this?
I saw some "Friendly plastic" that is bendable with hot water, but it only seems to come in small pellets or jewellery-sized sheets.
I think I might try some hot glue moulding for the helmet part...I dunno. I've never done anything of this magnitude before. A sewing machine and Sculpey won't quite cut it with this project. :)

-Tenebrae.

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Cat Contact Lenses

Wed, 18 May 2005 00:58:51 GMT

Working up a great costume for a dragon right now and was wondering if anyone has used the contact lenses that look like cat’s eyes. It seems like they would be the perfect touch to our creation.

Where did you find them?
Were they ultra painful? (I’ve never worn contacts)
What could I use to dull any pain?
=^.^=

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WIGS AND COSTUMES OH MY!

madameb — Fri, 25 Feb 2005 15:51:13 GMT

Hey all!

Couldn't help it, I HAD to join your tribe. I'm in Portland and I own a wig studio and specialize in custom wigs and hairpieces, etc. I love reading about all your costume making adventures. Thanks for letting me in!

Stef
(Madame Bouffant)

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Hitchhiker

JennyJo — Sun, 01 May 2005 19:53:11 GMT

So, every time I see a movie now I get fixated on at least one costume. My current victim is Zaphod Beeblebrox...I want to make all of his coats. Mmmm, fancy coats. Also would be fun to do the Magrathean girls all in white...

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NEW ENGLAND: Medieval Repertory forming - all disciplines needed

rayprice — Sat, 30 Apr 2005 17:23:48 GMT

Greetings -

I'm putting together a troupe of players who will perform medieval inspired plays / circus / happenings and I want to gather together a creative team together who can make this project a reality. We can take our magic into schools, festivals, prisons, community organizations, medieval societies, theatre festivals or anywhere our hearts desire.

We need investors, backers, supporters, angels, call them what you will - they will provide 'seed' and development money.

We need writers, producers, directors and production designers.

We also need set designers to plan sets that can be transported easily and can be set up quickly, but will have HUGE impact. The set should be able to change with simple adjustments by the cast. It should be able to be used in parks, parking lots, community centers, fairs, festivals and anywhere else we find ourselves performing.

We also need costumes based on medieval traveling players, but with a twist - fantasy, gothic etc.

Medieval players depended a great deal on masks. Someone with design and building skills would be a great asset.

Finally, we will need people with musical, circus, dancing and performing skills – belly dancers, jugglers, fire twirlers and assorted medieval outcasts.

I want this to be a collective / collaborative ensemble, where we all reap the benefits of our hard work.

The shows will be set in another time, but will comment directly on what is happening politically today.

See the Daughters of Elvin site for an idea of what I'm planning (although I’d like to see our efforts ‘darker’ and less ‘clean’ than this:

http://www.endicott-studio.com/jMA0301/daughters.html

If you want to get in at the groundfloor of this idea, please get in contact.

Visit my websites at:
http://www.raypriceonline.com
http://www.trouzbras.com

I thank you ...

The Master of Ceremonies and Lord of Misrule.

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Plastic reptile fins

shadowspawn — Wed, 20 Apr 2005 20:15:15 GMT

How do you all like my seadragon costume? It is good for swimming.

Anyway I want to find a plastic that I can cut into triangles to have them sticking out of my leather like spines. I know how to mount them but I can't find where to get sheets of fairly stiff plastic.
Any leads?

Shadow>>>

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Anyone want to trade an astrology reading for some fabric?

humanactivelybeing — Thu, 21 Apr 2005 11:10:14 GMT

If you've seen one of my postings, you know I'm a Canadian traveller who's checking out California. Generally I spend time between SF and LA, and I'm just about to transition back to LA again. I'm an astrologist that specializes in relationship guidance, insight into human sexuality through astrology, including likely turnons and fetishes of each sign and who they work well with, etc and spiritual advice. I read the Goddess Guidance Cards as well, an exceptionally powerful and uplifting deck of tarot cards that have helped alter the course of many people's lives since they first came into my hands. I offer my services by donation and take trades, talk to me about what it is you have to offer and we'll see if we can work out a deal. I'm also fundraising for Dream CO(llective) dreamcollective.tribe.net which is a travelling higher conscious road show with performance art, music and art that's hitting the road in June. A huge need right now is fabrics and materials for decorations.

I've been studying human sexuality and giving relationship counselling for about 5 years now...since I became nomadic and started wandering the world. I started studying astrology after it was proven to me to have validity because it helps me give people deeper guidance, psychological analysis and triggers my intuitive senses when I apply them to a personal problem for someone. I'm completely non-judgemental and open-minded, you can talk to me about almost anything and I'll listen and give you the best insight I can. I'm deeply committed to being a healer in this regard, even if you don't have money I'll sit and do a reading, just make me dinner, buy me food or offer me a couch to stay. Or simply tell me you need help, I'm not one to say no to that.

I use what I know to help people navigate communication difficulties in relationships, bridge gaps between the sexes, isolate good match ups for those seeking to break bad relationship patterns or help you find that casual sex partner with no strings attached, so no one gets their feelings hurt.

So let's chat.

Lilith

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