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playzoboe
Nov 2, 2005 2:52 am
I have voice auditions coming up and I was told (much to my horror and delight) that I need an evening/cocktail gown type getup to audition in. Now of course...
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Cat Devereaux
catdevereaux
Nov 2, 2005 3:33 am
... delight) that I need an evening/cocktail gown type getup to audition in. Now of course to save money (or to take my mind off singing for a while) I want ...
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i_am_gimli
Nov 2, 2005 2:04 pm
okay i've been practicing with eyelets for the past few days for eowyns SM and also for susan pevensies green archery dress. the thing is that they keep going...
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Judy Mitchell
rookwoods
Nov 2, 2005 2:09 pm
... yeah, that's why eyelets are a real pain in the tuckus. They often do that, and then they pop out, sometimes only partway just to be scratchy ... piece...
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Andrea Schewe
scheweandrea
Nov 2, 2005 3:11 pm
Judy is right, you must have a back piece for eyelets or grommets to set in nicely. There is a REALLY good newish product that is available at Hancock I know...
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Alice Deane
u2ecila
Nov 2, 2005 5:13 pm
Hi, I agree with Judy - try using grommets instead! I moved to grommets for the last corset I made, and they are so much nicer than eyelets. I used the size...
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Sarah
aranel13
Nov 2, 2005 5:52 pm
How about some of the outfits Inara wears in the series Firefly, and movie Serenity? Gorgeous creations there and some are pretty simple. Sarah ... and ... ...
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Catelli, Ann
elvestoorder
Nov 2, 2005 6:25 pm
Here's my distinction: Eyelets are snipped at the top so they are supposed to flatten in a flower or asterisk shape: * They can star just by themselves or...
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Jeanine E. Swick
n1qit
Nov 2, 2005 8:35 pm
... A big part of the problem is that the eyelets are aluminum and deform easily. If you can get sheet brass grommets you will be much better off. Brass gilt...
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Cat Devereaux
catdevereaux
Nov 2, 2005 10:04 pm
These are from the movies, so more complex than the TV dress we were talking about list week... but check http://www.screenused.com/items/index.cfm and then...
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Ann Durham
adurham52
Nov 3, 2005 12:58 am
... Now that I have a job making 17th century clothing I make a lot of eyelets. Of course, they're not supposed to be the metal ones. After spending time...
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victoriandiva@...
victoriandiv...
Nov 3, 2005 12:59 am
In a message dated 11/2/2005 12:26:23 PM Eastern Standard Time, F-Costume@yahoogroups.com writes: For job interviews you don't want to let your private life...
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Andrea Schewe
scheweandrea
Nov 3, 2005 2:57 am
Ahh, but I have been told at Opera audition workshops that is good to wear a color, so that the judges will remember you. So you aren't just one more person...
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jantije
Nov 3, 2005 6:27 am
Nelly, I got to help judge the folio entries this time. Luthien was a definite hit. The color version, in particular, drew oohs & ahhs from all of us....
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i_am_gimli
Nov 3, 2005 11:51 am
Wow thanks to everybody! brass gromets or sewn eyelets it is. Great stuff! maliana...
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Judy Mitchell
rookwoods
Nov 3, 2005 2:01 pm
... And I believe Jonatha is lurking on the list as well, she has a number of designs in the folio, and some that won as well. My we are a creative bunch!...
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Mentor, Nelly A.
nmentor467
Nov 3, 2005 5:37 pm
Thanks very much for your input Jean, I had asked Sandy if there would be any comments from the judges as to what grabbed their fancy in the fashion portfolio....
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mellymel_hsv
Nov 3, 2005 6:41 pm
... Did you use the fiber reactive dyes or an acid dye (or other)? I've used the periwinkle fiber reactive stuff on some chiffon, and it really is lovely! ...
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David
daviddemonja
Nov 3, 2005 7:07 pm
Hi All- Wanted to share as well but got busy.While I did get some designs in the Folio. I'm more proud if my 13 yr old Raven who got 2 designs. in. She has...
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Mentor, Nelly A.
nmentor467
Nov 3, 2005 7:10 pm
The gown doesn't necessarily have to be a "costume". How about going vintage? There are a few gorgeous gown patterns by Vogue that evoke 'the singer' -...
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Aurora Celeste
jayenks
Nov 3, 2005 8:46 pm
When are the folios mailed? I'm anxious to see everyone's pretty designs! Aurora ... [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]...
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victoriandiva@...
victoriandiv...
Nov 3, 2005 11:37 pm
In a message dated 11/3/2005 12:14:21 PM Eastern Standard Time, F-Costume@yahoogroups.com writes: When setting either, tap gently at first & then more firmly &...
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Judy Mitchell
rookwoods
Nov 4, 2005 1:40 am
... very cool! I'll have to pay close attention when my folio comes in and look for all the familiar faces. -Judy...
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lichaiya
Nov 4, 2005 6:04 am
Several comments from the Director..... Nelly, Why don't you wear Arien at the Friday Night Social? It's the big social event (party) that starts off the...
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i_am_gimli
Nov 4, 2005 1:37 pm
okay as i've said before i am doing a nayad costume for narnia. and you guys have already helped me so much. so.... i want to make a gathered sort of cincher...
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Judy Mitchell
rookwoods
Nov 4, 2005 1:38 pm
... what's the pattern and number? -Judy...
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Judy Mitchell
rookwoods
Nov 4, 2005 1:56 pm
... aha! somehow, the first time I read this, I didn't see the pattern. ah well. ... ok, start with mockup fabric. Measure that space on yourself, and cut a ...
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nmentor467
Nov 4, 2005 4:25 pm
Thanks Mel. I used both types of dye, though the Fiber Reactive proved to be less 'stable' on the silk than the acid. But for straight, vat dyeing, I'd guess...
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mellymel_hsv
Nov 4, 2005 4:58 pm
... Yeah, I'm still working out quirks to dyeing myself. A recent batch of charcoal grey FR dye (and plenty of it) on silk velvet turned out taupish-lavender. ...
