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Celtic Flame Irish Dance Costumer's Message Board
Irish Dance Costumer's Message Board
Welcome to the message board for the designers and makers of Irish Dance Costumes, Irish Dancers of all ages, and others interested in Irish Dance. Please feel free to ask questions and give advice often! Check out the FAQ for these topics: Puffy Headband Instructions 4 & 5 Panel Dress Instructions and Poll Zipper Poll
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Subject: Fabric


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Curly Girl Creations
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 23, 08:34:07am
Is this board still in use? I am selling off fabrics from my stash and set up an instagram account, curly_girl_creations, please take a look.

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Subject: What is going on with the headpieces?


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wow
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Date Posted: Thursday, July 05, 05:01:54pm
I just saw a rising star photo and the girls hair and crown looked as large as the dress! ohh not a good look, it's getting crazy. The dresses are so pretty and that just takes away from it, I was so shocked and that's all I could see!
sorry just not goin there. smh

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Subject: Best "black" crystal to use on black velvet?


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Jet not flashy enough
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Date Posted: Saturday, June 16, 03:00:20am
Jet doesn't give enough bling for the buck, is graphite more sparkly without looking too spotty on a black velvet?

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Subject: Hi. Very sad to see this site not used any longer. It used to be a wonderful source of information and knowledge :(


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dm
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Date Posted: Friday, February 02, 03:37:38am

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Subject: I'm in the market for new digitizing software. My ancient Masterworks program is no longer supported by the manufacturer and it won't run on my new laptop. Would anyone care to share which software they use to digitize that they'd recommend?


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Thank you!
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Date Posted: Thursday, January 11, 05:19:45pm

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Subject: Hi. Can anyone recommend a bodice pattern with a drop waist for a 22 inch chest? I am struggling to find anything. Is anything available to download perhaps?


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Thanks
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Date Posted: Wednesday, December 20, 04:03:35am

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Subject: Now available in time for Christmas: "Rinci Foirne Caillte Volume I: Thirty Lost Figure Dances."


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Amazon Books
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Date Posted: Sunday, November 26, 02:03:32pm
From the pages of history come 30 ‘lost’ figure dances, some of which have not been performed in over 100 years! By James Mueller, ADCRG with foreword by Dr. John Cullinane, SDCRG. Available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble – links at www.jamesmueller.org/books.

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Subject: Bloomer pattern


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Bc
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Date Posted: Monday, October 30, 06:48:01pm
What pattern do you recommend for bloomers? The slightly puffy kind. Do I just alter a short shorts pattern? Thanks.

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Subject: Searching for a dressmaker


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Lauren Witts-Falcone (Hopeful)
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Date Posted: Saturday, October 14, 07:16:15pm
Hi all,
Not sure if I'm in the right place, but I'm hoping you may be able to help me. I own a newer, small Irish dance school in Pennsylvania, US. I have been having my girls perform in plain skirts and shirts with a school logo, but am ready to get school uniforms made. I'm searching for someone who make jumpers/beginner skirts, simple more traditional embroidered dresses, and vests or ties for the boys. I try too keep cost to a minimum for my parents and am hoping to find someone who can work with me on bringing my vision to life. Any assistance would be appreciated.

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Subject: Anyone ever have a problem with fabric shredding in the seams


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frustrated.
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Date Posted: Thursday, October 05, 04:19:46pm
then coming apart? Not the sewing but a fabric problem. I've had to remake a couple dresses becuause of this. What do you do to avoid this from happening? I try to order the most durable materials now, but don't ever want to go thru this again!

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Subject: Would love some expert advise on this.


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Thank you!!
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Date Posted: Friday, September 22, 11:30:53pm
For beginner (non-competitive) costumes, our dancers wear a leotard and skirt with a fairly wide, (Sort of a cummerbund style, but more drapey) belt. We have a new dancer that is fairly heavy. Should I adjust the width of the belt on her costume so it is proportionally similar to the other dancers costumes, or should I just use the same width belt for her.

I haven't adjusted the width of the belt for other size differences (from teeny kids, to pre teens) but they have ranged from very slim to just average weight. It is hard enough for young girls who are heavy. I want her to look good and feel good in her costume.

What do you think would be most flattering?

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Subject: Hi. I have a fabric question too. I need to line a skirt in metallic gold. I have purchased gold lame, though is thin and fraying, too flimsy, can anyone advise me what to purchase?


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Dm
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Date Posted: Wednesday, September 06, 02:53:22am

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Subject: Source for metallic silk?


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Susan M
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Date Posted: Tuesday, September 05, 08:24:32am
I used to make Irish Dance dresses quite a few years ago. I remember ordering a beautiful bright red metallic silk from England at the time. I don't have the information anymore. Does someone have a link to purchase metallic silk, or any yardage they'd be willing to sell? Preferably in the US, if possible. I'm in Southern California, and need a piece approx 12" x 48". Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thank you.

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Subject: What is the best stiffening material to use in skirts? And where would I get it in Ireland/Uk?


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Thanks :)
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Date Posted: Wednesday, August 30, 02:45:59am

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Subject: Teacher-in-Training CD


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Dealgan Music
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Date Posted: Monday, August 28, 06:58:41pm
• Pat King`s Teacher-in-Training CD has been released to iTunes and all other online stores:
This is, and has been for years, the definitive study CD for the prospective T.C.R.G. and A.D.C.R.G. where there is a vocal introduction to each set dance stating the Name, Time Signature and the number of bars in the Step and Set.

Good luck to all taking their exam this and every other year.

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Subject: Twinkle Satin


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Linda Campbell
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Date Posted: Sunday, August 27, 09:24:27pm
Where can I buy Twinkle satin in the USA? I have looked everywhere and cannot find it other than in Aus or UK or India. I'm frustrated.

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Subject: For sale Sydney


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Ex dressmaker
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Date Posted: Tuesday, August 22, 05:46:08am
Half a roll approx of freudenburg stiffener, plus embroidery threads all in Sydney Australia for sale email for details

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Subject: Alteration possible?


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Georgia mom
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Date Posted: Thursday, August 10, 06:30:55am
I need 1.5 inches in the chest (measured just under arms) for a dress that I'm considering buying. There appears to be ample letout at the zipper. Is this a reasonable alteration? Any suggestions for experienced seamstresses in the Atlanta metro area? Thanks!

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Subject: Tummy Issues


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NT
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Date Posted: Sunday, August 06, 10:40:03am
I'm not happy with how a dress sits on a dancer with a tummy. If I take it in at hips it makes tummy pronounced. If I don't, there is too much movement around hips. I'd love to hear what others do when working with tummys.

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Subject: Hi. If making a solo for an average shape built dancer, total length 32 inches, what back length would you make the skirt? 10 inches or less maybe?


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dm
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Date Posted: Monday, July 31, 10:12:37am

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Subject: Advice please :) What colour stone would you use on a metallic yellow gold thread.


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Thx
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Date Posted: Thursday, July 27, 10:13:39am

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Subject: Where is the best place to order velvet or velveteen fabric for costumes? Anyone order from Fabric Depot? Thanks.


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ID mom
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Date Posted: Saturday, July 22, 09:33:25am

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Subject: Fixing machine embroidery


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Perplexed
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Date Posted: Friday, June 30, 04:16:53pm
I was wondering if anyone might have suggestions on how to fix machine embroidery that has come loose or undone. I have heard that loose ends can be tacked down with fray check or fray block. I'm thinking that some threads that have been pulled outward (making loops) could be tucked under the surrounding embroidery and then also tacked down with fray check or fray block. For sections that have completely come out, I'm thinking it would be difficult to re-embroider them by machine and it's been suggested to me that perhaps they could be done by hand. Any thoughts or suggestions would be very greatly appreciated.

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Subject: Skirt Question


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dance mom
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Date Posted: Tuesday, June 20, 11:29:14am
Hi there! My daughter got a new dress this year. I just noticed at a feis this weekend that the corners of the skirt have started to curl in and have lost the stiffness to stick out at the sides. We'll take it to someone for proper alterations after Nationals, but is there anything we can do to stiffen the skirt temporarily in the meantime? Wish we'd noticed sooner, but we're afraid it's too late to have it altered in time!

Thanks in advance for any suggestions!

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Subject: Why isn't there a thriving Facebook group for Irish Dance Dressmakers? This group is great and so is Yahoo, but the lack of easy access photos and visuals could be better. Who would be interested in starting a Facebook group with me?


Author:
Up to date
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Date Posted: Wednesday, June 14, 08:11:13pm

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Subject: Hi. I make solos for a local school. The teacher always visits with the dancer/parent for the initial meeting. She is requesting the skirts to be shorter and shorter, I know when making the dresses they will fit for 2/3 months... but it's not her that ends up with an unwearable dress after 3 outings..


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Any advice please
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Date Posted: Wednesday, June 14, 09:40:46am

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Subject: Has anyone else noticed that the quality of the embroidery of some of the BNDM is different. Are they using the auto-digitising feature in the software. Is that how they are using more embroidery but the price of dresses hasn't changed much.


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Date Posted: Tuesday, June 13, 06:47:42am

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Subject: This is to answer the below question "Can anyone tell me what type fusible interfacing is in the Gavin dresses?"


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Date Posted: Monday, June 12, 07:18:07am
I just had two Gavin dresses for alterations. There is no fusible interfacing at all. There is some kind of a stiffener around the shoulder/neck area, could be the stabilizer that was left for keeping the neck in shape.

Rising Star the same, no fusible interfacing. All dresses are velvet though, with some other fabrics for sleeves, but the other fabrics had no fusible either.
hth

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Subject: 2 pieces?


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Newbie
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Date Posted: Thursday, June 01, 12:03:09pm
Is it acceptable to make a two piece dress nowadays? The last time I tried making a dress, hanging the skirt from the bodice and making the zipper work was a nightmare.

2 piece dresses are so much easier. Do they not move properly, or is there another reason I should take into account before making a dress in 2 pieces?

Thanks!

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Subject: Can anyone tell me what type fusible interfacing is in the Gavin dresses?


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Thank you
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Date Posted: Monday, May 22, 02:05:53pm

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Subject: Does anyone besides me have issues with Coats & Clark thread? It keeps breaking on me.


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I'm about to scrap it!
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Date Posted: Friday, May 19, 03:54:28pm

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Subject: What makes an ID dress a challenge?


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PurpleIvy
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Date Posted: Tuesday, May 16, 04:22:10pm
I've been asked to make an Irish Dance dress for a friend's pupil. I'm a competent seamstress. I keep reading on messageboards, websites and forums that an Irish Dance dress is a really difficult thing to make.

I'm wondering what makes it so difficult. Is it the embellishment? The construction? SOmething else?

I was planning to let the recipient's family attend to the decoration/embellishment. The dress looks like a jewel necked dress with either darts or princess seams, but with a pleat or pleats/panels.

Is there something secret inside? Is there anyone prepared to spill the beans?

It would be a great new adventure in sewing for me if I could take on this challenge.

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Subject: Does anyone have a recommendation for a brand of metallic gold embroidery thread that is less likely to break? I've used Sulky and Gutermann in the past, but they break constantly! I cringe every time I have a customer that wants gold embroidery.


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Sonia
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Date Posted: Monday, May 15, 07:02:26pm

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Subject: Is there a way to remove pit stains on satin?


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thanks in advance
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Date Posted: Monday, May 15, 01:04:35pm

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Subject: embroidery


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curious
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Date Posted: Thursday, May 04, 03:40:46am
I have notice the BNDM embroidery is not linked anymore, it has gaps (like a printing design) between each overlap. Surely this causes more hassle by having to trim more and more time for the machine stopping and starting a lot. Have saw this on Gavin, Rising Star and Taylor - just curious in case it's a short cut to tedious embroidery????

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Subject: Zippers- What kind of zipper do you use? Coil? Molded?


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Alison
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Date Posted: Wednesday, May 03, 01:46:27pm

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Subject: Invisible thread


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TIA
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Date Posted: Monday, May 01, 12:15:15pm
Does anyone know what is the thickness of the invisible thread that some dressmakers are using? The regular .004 is not thick enough.
Thank you.

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Subject: Does anyone else think the new Erie design style is unflattering? Not liking the extremely low bodice


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& no cape.
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Date Posted: Sunday, April 30, 06:51:56am

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Subject: Stoning a dress


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Katie
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Date Posted: Saturday, April 29, 06:11:47am
Hi recently purchased a brand new Gavin without stones,thinking of stoning it myself.Im wondering how difficult it is?(I don't want to ruin dress after spending so much) Also any recommendations on what to use ?i have no previous experience in this just willing to try it.thanks

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Subject: Celtic Star bling


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Rebecca
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Date Posted: Tuesday, April 18, 10:45:24am
Does anyone know what type of adhesive Celtic Star uses to attach crystals?

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Subject: dress design


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dressmaker mum (dress design)
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Date Posted: Sunday, April 16, 12:16:56pm
does anyone know if a split design ..one colour on top and another below split at the waist would suit a short dancer 5ft 3...saw some at worlds ...one girl under 19 dress was fab but she was 5ft 7 approx ..thanks

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Subject: Well ladies! Would very much like your thoughts on the new dresses that came out in the last week 😊


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Dm
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Date Posted: Saturday, April 15, 12:30:29pm

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Subject: I have a bit of a beef. With respect to the dressmaker making the capped sleeves. They have named them the "Taylor Cap" and yet I made a dress with these exact sleeves last October for the Western Region Oireachtas. Not a critisicm of this lovely dressmaker but I guess my beef is that the small name dressmakers, despite being innovative are always overlooked.


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sad
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Date Posted: Wednesday, April 12, 02:02:23pm

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Subject: Does anyone have a large rectangular, metal border frame they want to sell? It would be for use on the Tajima or Toyota machines. Not the x-panto, but the sash frame, with the 19.5 x 14 inches sewing field.


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Ann
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Date Posted: Wednesday, April 05, 09:47:56pm

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Subject: Rhinestones on tulle


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LynnToledo
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Date Posted: Monday, April 03, 12:09:22pm
What is the best way to add rhinestones to tulle, hot fix or E6000? And, how do you keep the tulle from sticking to the work surface underneath?

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Subject: Costume Appliques


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Annie
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Date Posted: Sunday, April 02, 01:30:21pm
Hi,
I'm an adult dancer and want to embellish a plain irish feis dress that I have. Any suggestions as to where to purchase Celtic appliques? (Sew on or iron on) I'm having a heck of a time finding some online.
Annie

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Subject: Just out of curiosity how much does everyone charge for a custom embroidered headband?


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Approximately
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Date Posted: Tuesday, March 28, 07:51:32pm

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Subject: Hi. I have always thought the bodices sit neatly/smoothly on Doire dresses and have just had to take one apart to alter it. They are 3 layers, a light Georgette fabric, a stiff woven white middle fabric and a cotton inner, the whole lot is embroidered through. Does anyone know what this middle fabric is that gives the bodices the smooth professional finish?


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Thanks :)
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Date Posted: Wednesday, March 22, 05:49:10am

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Subject: Lining up a bodice


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Alison
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Date Posted: Sunday, March 19, 10:34:29pm
Hi All. New to Irish dance dress making- Working on one for my daughter. I have embroidery experience, but not on dresses. How do you line embroidery up when the dress bodice front is wider than the frame? Someone suggested doing it right down the middle, but I struggled to clamp it in and keep it straight. Any suggestions? Thanks!

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Subject: Black Diamond vs Silver Night Crystals


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Marie
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Date Posted: Sunday, March 19, 10:26:06am
Does anyone know what the difference is between Swarovski Black Diamond & Silver Night? I have a color chart and both look the same to me.

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Subject: coral fabrics


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Date Posted: Saturday, March 18, 12:17:11pm
Anyone have luck finding decent coral colored fabric? Running into a brick wall on this one.

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Subject: Hi. Any ideas where I can order a really bright flo/neon coral/watermelon fabric, sturdy enough for a solo, pref UK


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dm
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Date Posted: Thursday, March 16, 09:29:40am

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Subject: Looking for wholesale seller of BIG 3" hair grips/bobby pins


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Faithsmam
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Date Posted: Wednesday, March 15, 02:50:39am
Something like the ones here, but in bulk for our school
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005IMHF3K/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=OAE2QOIBJOSA&coliid=I31XNNETC64092&th=1

Sick of paying silly money for these in small packs

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Subject: Shipping to Ireland


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dressmaker
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Date Posted: Monday, March 06, 05:36:37pm
I have started getting orders in Ireland for my dresses. (I am on the east coast near NYC). Does anyone have any experience with shipping overseas? What are your recommendations. I priced out a 4lb box with one dress on UPS and the cost to Dublin was $175... I feel like it should be more around $100. Thoughts? Thank you!!!

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Subject: stiffening in the NEW style skirts


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desperate
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Date Posted: Monday, March 06, 04:08:27pm
could anyone help me with the following please. Ive made several dresses before but none with the new short stiff skirt ..Ive tried lining the entire skirt with viline but then its difficult to dance in as the vilene is so stiff that the skirt can't move as these new skirts are VERY small with no gathers . If I use anything else I cant get the sides to "stick out " as there seems to be a side pleat..would really appreciate any help as I have to have a dress made for dd ASAP ..so many thanks in advance

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Subject: Can anyone tell me how to pleat tulle??? I was sent a pic of a skirt


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Frustrated
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Date Posted: Wednesday, February 22, 06:59:43pm
with layers of tulle that looks pleated and lays flat.
I cannot get it to do that. Any answers??

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Subject: Sadly, it is time for the Feis 'n Stuff vendor booth to retire. (Although I will continue to make dresses and do alterations)


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Sonia
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Date Posted: Wednesday, February 15, 04:06:21pm
I'm selling off my remaining stock in bulk at wholesale prices. If you are interested in purchasing stock, please message or email me. Most of my stock is available for viewing at www.feisnstuff.com, although the available inventory may be different from what is seen online. If you are a feis vendor, this is a great opportunity to pick up a nice variety of tee shirts, kickpants in many colors, jewelry, gifts, and Irish dance doll clothing at wholesale prices.

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Subject: Anyone have about a 1/2 yard of neon lime, orange & pink?


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Having a hard time finding
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Date Posted: Saturday, February 11, 10:00:46pm
Just let me know if anyone has some I can buy off of you.
Thanks!

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Subject: Selling Number Clips


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seller
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Date Posted: Friday, February 03, 03:37:21pm
I have a variety of colors available for $5.00 ea
if anyone is interested email me for photos or color selection.

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Subject: Dress alteration question


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marie harmelink
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Date Posted: Wednesday, February 01, 09:59:13am
I have been asked to sew ribbons into the inside of an Irish Dress to make a cinch to make the dress smaller. I work in theatrical costumes and have never heard of such a thing. could anyone offer a picture, video or instruction? I am at a loss on this one. I have never worked on an Irish dress before.

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Subject: Hi ladies, would anyone here know of someone who could makes choir robes?


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Sonia
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Date Posted: Saturday, January 28, 11:41:56pm
Our church has tried to order from a previous supplier, but they have gone out of business. We have had samples from a company that specializes in choir robes but were unhappy with the poorly made seams and puckered embroidery. One of the choir members is a professional seamstress and I am an ID dm, so we know what we are looking at. However, neither of us wants to take on an order for 70 robes. We are looking for an experienced sewing business that can take on such an order and that produces quality. We are in Southern California but would order from anywhere in the US. If you know of anyone, I'd be happy to hear from you!

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Subject: Wow. There is a thread on the main board discussing buying American as per Trump's "Buy American" rhetoric. Someone actually wrote that "maybe if there were any good American dressmakers" they would buy American. Anyone else feel insulted and even a little disheartened at this attitude which seems to be quite widespread especially amongst TC's


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I am
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Date Posted: Wednesday, January 25, 03:41:01pm

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Subject: I have seen a few posts recently regarding professionally finishing boys waistcoats with side openings. Is there a video or tutorial online, i have made them with standard opening, but am stumped with the new style.


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Md
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Date Posted: Tuesday, January 17, 11:31:51am

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Subject: Fabrics for sale


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cleaning house in Connecticut
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Date Posted: Sunday, January 15, 06:00:49pm
I have three plastic crates of elegant fabrics that I amassed during a period a few years back when I was contemplating making Irish dance dresses commercially. Now that I have determined that that isn't going to happen, I would like to pass them on to someone who can use them, and I figured I would start here. Most of the pieces are random lengths that I acquired at a local discount fabric shop - two to four yards or so, but it varies. I picked up stuff that I liked or thought would show well on stage (my daughter is a 26-year-old still active Irish dancer, so I knew what was suitable). Lots of glittery, embroidered, silky, shimmery goodies! My daughter has already picked through and pulled out what she might like to use.... I would like to sell the lot for $150 for the whole lot or $50 for a plastic crateful. I live in eastern CT and do not want to ship. If you are interested, email me at steinhagen7@aol.com and I can send you some photos.

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Subject: Happy New Year Guys! How much would you charge for a waistcoat, young boy, side zipper, with large embroidered design on front. I'm struggling to price this, thanks :)


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dm
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Date Posted: Wednesday, January 04, 08:39:45am

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Subject: Anyone have 8 black 3/8" buttons to sell?


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Desperate
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Date Posted: Wednesday, December 28, 01:40:24pm
I ordered some but it takes about 2 months to get them. Last order the bag ripped and one fell out. not having any luck getting them.

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Subject: Can someone tell me the date of nationals?


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thanks
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Date Posted: Friday, December 23, 01:32:15pm

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Subject: Advice for updating/resizing an outdated dress


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Katie
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Date Posted: Tuesday, December 06, 03:46:37pm
Hi All, I'm a newbie here and I don't sew. I purchased a gorgeous, extremely well made/used solo dress that is an approx. size 14. My daughter is a petite size 8. My questions are: Is it feasibly possible to take apart/reconstruct a dress to alter it down that many sizes? For example, the sleeves are 23" long, my daughter needs an 18" sleeve. I'm imagining the sleeves need to be completely removed and shortened near the shoulder (there's embroidery near the bottom part of sleeve), the shoulder line is too large as well. The dress is stretch black velvet bodice and arms, fully lined (even the arms). The skirt is 3 tiers, soft, alternating blue and green crepey/flowy material (lol can you tell I don't sew? I don't even know what the material is called). My dilemma is if I should try to hold onto this dress, have it altered to fit my daughter, or if I should sell it. I paid $575 for the dress and the dance teacher saw it last night and hates it. She said it's outdated/old :-( I personally think it can be updated by adding AB Pear crystals and a different cape...so, I'll refer to your expertise -- is it possible to alter it that severely as well as update it, and at what approximate cost? I'm trying to determine if it would be worth putting more money into the dress or selling it without altering it. Thank you so much for any helpful advice!!

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Date Posted: Sunday, November 27, 10:37:47am

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Subject: Digitizing Software


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Marie
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Date Posted: Wednesday, November 23, 11:02:42am
Hi everyone! I was just wondering whether you all digitize your own designs? And if so, what software do you use?

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Subject: Satin stitched cut out hems : can anyone please advise how these are done? Are the digitized then sewn again with lining atttached at the back?


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Date Posted: Thursday, November 10, 03:58:49pm

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Subject: Newbie here - what are your best suggestions for adding fabric / length to a pleated tennis-style skirt on an ID dress. Only have about 1/2 inch of letdown and really need to add a few inches. Black so I'd think fabric would be forviging, esp in back.


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Date Posted: Tuesday, November 08, 03:05:09pm

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Subject: Looking for Scarlet Red Casa Satin.


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Date Posted: Friday, November 04, 08:58:14pm
I'm searching for the Scarlet Red Casa Satin from Joanns. This is the one that is lighter red and a bit more orange than the Tango Red. They aren't selling it anymore, but I'm hoping someone may have some in their stash.
Please and thank you.

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Subject: Looking for some guidance...


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Date Posted: Thursday, November 03, 08:34:20pm
I am a retired dancer currently designing dresses in my spare time and selling them for some extra money. I handdraw them with an app on my iPad and then post them on my website and social media to sell them. I've been lucky enough to have quite a good number of them made into costumes by various dressmakers. I have been doing his for about two years, but I am interested in expanding my knowledge. Eventually, I'd like to either work for a dressmaker or own my own business making dresses.

I have very limited knowledge at this time (unfortunately). I don't know much about sewing, digitizing, or the actual process of making a costume. I am much more successful in the area of design ideas, concepts, colors, etc.

My question, for those of you who are willing to share your experience, is how did you get started as a dressmaker? Did you have much knowledge of dressmaking beforehand or did you learn as you went? Did you learn from another dressmaker? Do you have any advice as to what steps I should take next? Thank you!

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Subject: For those who do not know, there is another source of great info for ID dressmakers in a group on Yahoo... https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/IDDressmaking/info just copy and paste.


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Date Posted: Saturday, October 22, 01:03:20am

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Subject: Entrepreneur PRO X - anyone use this machine?


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Date Posted: Wednesday, October 19, 03:04:53pm

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Subject: Are sequins back in fashion again?


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Date Posted: Wednesday, October 19, 03:52:45am

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Subject: I am soon inheriting a large sum of money and would like to get an embroidery machine.


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Date Posted: Monday, October 17, 09:53:27pm
What is a nice brand, lowest cost that would do a nice job.
Any advice would be appreciated!

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Subject: Dos anyone have any Swarovski 3230 pear 28mm light Siam?


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Date Posted: Monday, October 17, 07:35:18pm
Thanks. Even medium sized would be helpful.

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Subject: What is your favorite stabilizer in US?


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Date Posted: Monday, October 17, 09:15:06am
I used to buy the heaviest tear away from Metro Embroidery. It was crisp and easy to remove. Unfortunately, the last roll I've got is completely different, hard to tear away.
With the latest, intricate designs, my fingers are hurting.

Do you have your favorite?
Thank you.

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Subject: Hancock Went out of business and took my fabric with them!


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Date Posted: Monday, October 10, 11:16:20am
We got the black Suraline Gaberdine from Hancock fabrics for our class costumes. They've gone out of business and now I don't know where to get the exact same fabric!

Any ideas where I should look? There's a broad variety of gaberdines, most too thin or a different texture than the Hancock Suraline Gaberdine.

Thanks!!

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Subject: Aussie Dressmakers


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LM
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Date Posted: Monday, October 10, 05:40:14am
I have a large amount of ID costume fabric that I need to destash.
the majority of it was imported from OS. Would there be any interest in bulk lots of fabric ie 3kg /5kg satchels if I were to destash?
Thanks :-)

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Subject: Irish Dance Princess Line Dress with Full Flare


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Cathryn
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Date Posted: Monday, October 10, 05:29:09am
Hi, would anyone have a Princess line dress with full flare Pattern, I cant seem to get one anywhere, can anyone help?

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Subject: OK I'm losing the will to live. Hope you can help. I'm looking for a bright coral fabric but can't find it. Any tips on where to look please?


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Date Posted: Tuesday, October 04, 01:28:50am

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Subject: Do Bernina and Wilcom Embroidery Systems work on Mac Computers? Was told they wouldn't run correctly.


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Date Posted: Wednesday, August 31, 06:37:03pm

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Subject: Someone on the main board says they make capes for $40 all in (digitizing matching design, embroidery, and complete construction). That seems really cheap to me, some of these capes have really high stitch counts, a lot of detail, and then there are the other regular business costs as well. Personally I would pass on the work if the client was only willing to pay $40. What are your thoughts?


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Date Posted: Friday, August 26, 10:52:24am

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Subject: Does anyone still make off the racks? They just don't seem to sell any more. Does everyone prefer to order customs instead?


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Date Posted: Saturday, August 20, 08:56:56pm

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Subject: Is anyone else wondering what the new Celtic Star dresses will be like now that Conor has left?


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Date Posted: Wednesday, August 17, 04:36:03pm
He has been such a trend setter in the last few years.

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Subject: Is anyone else receiving fake orders with fake measurements and fake emails. Coming through on my website forms. Even if it's a kid fooling around, the fact that a pretend email has been created and ridiculous measurements are filled in (which I assume the sender finds hilarious) is odd behaviour


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Date Posted: Tuesday, August 09, 11:48:47am

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Subject: Stiffener and lining (First time making Irish Step Dress)


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Jennie
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Date Posted: Saturday, August 06, 11:48:16pm
What type of stiffener are you all using? I've tried to source Vilene's but it seems the online stores that were selling it are no longer selling it.

What is a close Pellon equivalent?

For the bodice lining, what type of fabric do you use? I'm trying the Guana Rince pattern and she suggests a lightweight twill. I was thinking of using silk organza.

Thank you!
Jennie

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Subject: Hello :) Could someone advise me on the intricate shaped hems we are seeing on rising star etc.. more inside..


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Date Posted: Tuesday, August 02, 03:56:21am
I have not had much success with these, particularly the very leafy shaping. I either cut the satin lining too close and it frays on the tips or it just doesn't sit flat or look professional. My front skirts are stiffened before embroidery (2 layers of firm iron on woven interfacing) and the lining is a standard stage satin.
Any advice would be much appreciated :)

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Subject: Matte satin from Casa Colection in JoAnn's


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Date Posted: Sunday, July 31, 07:00:51pm
Is anyone in US tried the matte satin from JoAnn's for ID dresses? I liked couple of colors when I visited the store recently but I am not sure of the durability.
Thanks

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Subject: 3 panel construction


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Date Posted: Monday, July 25, 07:40:39am
When making a 3 panel skirt I typically use one layer of the freudenberg b0509 stabilizer. It seems that I may need more as it's not holding its shape perfectly, but I don't want to make the skirt heavy. What do you all use as stabilizer/stiffener in a 3 panel construction?

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Subject: What do you recommend for larger ROUND Crystals.


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thanks you!
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Date Posted: Friday, July 22, 12:28:04pm
I am making a fabric crown to match my daughters dress. I am using Swarovski Crystals. I will use 3230 Pear shape (28x17mm) in Crystal(not AB) and need a round crystal that will match with the 3230 in about 12 to 14mm across.

On the sight, I found the 2088 sew-on xirius. Is this a good match with the 3230, or is there a better option?

I have not found any that large without the sew-on holes. I will just glue them, but that is fine.

Her dress has the Large Pear and round stones, but I am across the country from the dress, so I can't get a good look at them right now. Don't know if that would help anyway.

What do you guys use for large round stones?

THANK YOU for your help!

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Subject: Anyone else in awe of the Rising Star dresses? They are beautiful, the embroidery looks stunning and the intricate designs are just wow.


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Date Posted: Friday, July 22, 06:04:48am

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Subject: Would some kind person know how the new style of digitized embroidery is done? Rising Star are using linesof embroidery done vertically. Not sure how this is digitized , new to the style and don't have much experience. I have PEDesign Next software that came with Brother machine TIA


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Date Posted: Sunday, July 10, 02:37:38am

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Subject: Does anyone know what kind of pearls are being used in latest designs? And also wondering what type of glue some brand names use on front of skirt in kick panel? Not keen on glue concept but have had a client ask for me to do this.


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Date Posted: Thursday, July 07, 06:09:34am

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Subject: Embroidering Pear Shaped background


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Trish Christie
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Date Posted: Thursday, June 30, 05:16:30am
Hi, I'm wondering how to embroider/sew the background embroidery which goes behind the large pear shaped swarovskis, I have a Janome 350e embroidery machine and if anyone could help me out me, I would be most grateful

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Subject: Adding a collar.


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sndm
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Date Posted: Wednesday, June 29, 10:43:59am
I have to add a collar to a dress, can anybody give an indication how much is reasonable to charge for the work? Never done it as a stand alone job, it's always been part of making the complete dress.

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Subject: What is with auto-digitizing being passed off as legitimate work!? I just worked on an alteration for a very expensive dress that did have very interesting work, but the digitizing was obviously auto digitized & it was horrendous!!! But the client thought it was awesome not only because there were so many freaking crystals, but that is what they must think when they have paid so much money! What the hell!!!!??? Time for someone to start her blog again to call this crap onto the carpet. Hello!


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Date Posted: Wednesday, June 29, 03:37:48am

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Subject: I have two child size body forms for sale $25 a piece. Chest/waist are 27/25 & 23/21.I'd rather not ship. Located in Eastern PA Lehigh Valley


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Date Posted: Tuesday, June 28, 12:22:46pm
My DD also still feises so there is a chance we could meet up.

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Subject: Various Purple Swarvoski Flatbacks for Sale


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Date Posted: Tuesday, June 21, 09:32:23am
For Sale (items can be bought separately)

Note: 1 Gross= 144 crystals
Color Reference Here: www.rhinestonesu.com
Prices Negotiable

3 Gross (3 separate 1 Gross Packages) of Heliotrope 2058 Flatbacks Size ss34 ($20 per gross or $50 for all 3)

1 1/4 Gross Province Lavender 2058 Flatbacks Size ss34 (Not in original packaging but in original condition) ($20 for all)

1 1/4 Gross Amethyst 2058 Flatbacks Size ss34 (Not in original packaging but in original condition) ($20 for all)

Please email me at chrissyramak@gmail.com with questions or inquiries

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Subject: Did anyone watch the "Behind the scene" Rising Star video on FB?


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Date Posted: Friday, June 17, 10:16:13am
They use some kind of a paper on top of the fabric when embroidered. Looks like a regular paper to me. But he(sorry, didn't get the name) called it a special paper? I searched the internet but could not find anything like it.
I am using the Sulky Super Solvy, but the heavy duty is a pain to remove. I just bought the medium wight to try.
What is everyone else using on velvet?
Thank you.

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Subject: if you needed to advertise where would you do it.


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Date Posted: Wednesday, June 01, 10:31:00am

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Subject: Who out there has used the Guna Rince pattern?


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Curious
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Date Posted: Sunday, May 29, 12:23:19pm
Has anyone out there used the Guna Rince solo dress pattern (Meernst.wix.com)? I would really like to make my daughter's first solo dress but would like to hear from someone who has used the pattern. Any feedback is appreciated!

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Subject: Dressmaker communication


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Date Posted: Monday, May 23, 09:01:42pm
What do you do when a dress was promised you months ago but has not been made yet?

What if a dressmaker says your dress is her top priority, but you see multiple dresses by her being sent to dancers before yours?

And how do you bring this up without retribution in construction or quality?

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Subject: AB or Clear Crystals


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Date Posted: Sunday, May 22, 01:56:24am
Advice please. What do you think looks better on black velvet. Clear crystal or AB crystal rhinestones?

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Subject: Does anyone have a U.S. source for twinkle satin???


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Date Posted: Tuesday, May 17, 05:44:08pm

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Subject: Any suggestions for finding a true red fabric. Either cotton velvet or gaberdine?


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Date Posted: Saturday, May 14, 05:05:54pm

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Subject: Pat King and Brian Grant on iTunes


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Pat King
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Date Posted: Thursday, May 12, 09:47:46am
Off Topic, but:
Pat King and Bran Grant recordings have now been uploaded to iTunes, Amazon and all online stores.
Irish Dance Music, The Sandymount Set, Three Score and Ten are already up and running.
Waiting for Jig Set Dances 1, 2 &3 to go live.
These releases have all Jig Set Dances at speeds: 66, 67, 68, 69, 70, 71, 72, 73.
Disc 3 also has the 7 Traditional Set Dances.
Hornpipe Set Dances at Speed: 76 are also available.
All other Hornpipe Set Dance speeds will be uploaded shortly as well as new recordings.

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Subject: Remove Crystals


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Trish Christie
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Date Posted: Wednesday, May 11, 03:10:48am
Wondering if anyone can help, I've glued (E6000) pear crystals to the neckline of a completed (velvet) dress, however, I now realise that they are positioned incorrectly. Does anyone know how I can get them off without damaging the velvet (or putting the collar out of shape). Is there a way? They are on for two days now. Thanks in advance.

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Subject: What layers of fabric do you use for a dress?


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Subject: Boy's vest's


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Andrea
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Date Posted: Saturday, April 30, 06:30:36pm
Hi there, I am a fairly experienced costume/dress maker and I would like to attempt to make my son a vest. Is there an ID vest pattern available or do people just use regular vest patterns and also is there anyway that you can buy embroidery designs on line - I tried Taoknitter but can't seem to get a reply from them.
Thanks :)

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Subject: no capes?


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Date Posted: Saturday, April 30, 08:52:23am
It looks like some of the dresses coming out do not have capes anymore---just embroidery on the back that looks like a cape, but it is not detachable. Has anyone seen one up close? and is this the case?

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Subject: Does anyone have any experience with the Happy Machines with the large extension hoop? Cost compared to the Toyota/Tajima equivalent and size of extension table compared to those two?


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Date Posted: Friday, April 29, 07:02:50am

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Subject: Embroidery machines


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Gemma
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Date Posted: Wednesday, April 27, 10:36:29am
Hey. I need machine advice... What are your recommendations for an embroidery machine. My husband has agreed to buy me one so I can progress 😊

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Subject: Does anyone know what colour the crystals are on the grey embroidery on the new dresses coming out?


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Date Posted: Tuesday, April 19, 05:25:03am

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Subject: Iron-on Vinyl on costumes


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Curious
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Date Posted: Monday, April 18, 12:03:25pm
I'm sure many of you have noted the new rising star school costume budget option- $450/dress.
They appear to have their designs applied with iron on vinyl instead of embroidery.

Do you think it would be possible to do a prizewinner level solo dress with final instead of embroidery? I have a vinyl cutting machine and have designed T-shirt appliqu using iron on vinyl.

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Subject: Can anyone help me find the nice dark but bright fuchsia pink fabric that the BNDMs are currently using please? Not sparkle satin, something a litte darker and without a sheen to it. Thank you


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Date Posted: Sunday, April 17, 05:38:20am

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Subject: I came across this old clip om youtube. how would you fix the tight shoulder problem, is it too big or too small....


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Date Posted: Wednesday, April 13, 11:51:32am
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=EPgtlEPUHVQ

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Subject: Interfacing to use for stretch velvet


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Lisa
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Date Posted: Monday, April 11, 04:42:50pm
I am making my daughter a solo dress for the first time. Using stretch velvet and want to know what interfacing do you recommend for securing the heavy crystals? I didn't know if fuseable will work with stretch> or if we need to use heavy weight sew in?
Thank you for your help!

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Subject: boxpleats


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Linda (Stressed out)
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Date Posted: Saturday, April 09, 07:44:09am
Can anyone help with box pleating? The pattern pieces curve and I cannot get the edges of my "boxes" straight. The first few are fine, then as the pattern piece curves, the boxes no longer work. Since the upper curve is smaller than the lower curve this makes sense, but I can't correct it. Don't know what I'm missing here.

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Subject: If you are a dressmaker using sticky back Velcro for capes please stop!! Do you honestly believe that they will never have to be altered?? I alter them constantly sticky back Velcro is lazy! That sticky film is horrible to get off, it pulls stitching & destroys velvet! Please use the sew on kind or better yet snaps!


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Subject: Anyone else depressed about losing Hancock fabric stores?


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Date Posted: Tuesday, April 05, 01:29:13pm

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Subject: Irish dance dress stiffener


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Jean Shaw (Happy)
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Date Posted: Saturday, April 02, 11:03:22am
Can anyone please explain how to make a stiffener for an Irish dance dress I have been dressmaking for many years but have never made an Irish dance dress, I can do everything but don't understand the stiffener thank you .

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Subject: Speaking of fit. ...


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Date Posted: Thursday, March 24, 11:54:06pm
I've made hundreds of dresses with no fit issues, now all the sudden problems. I have no clue what is going on except it could be due to the extreme drop waist? Ready to throw in the towel. so sad.

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Subject: When I see pictures of my carefully fitted costumes on the Worlds stage, the over exaggerated positions the dancers contort into when posing, causing the bodices to look so ill fitting makes me cringe... Am I the only one?


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Date Posted: Tuesday, March 22, 10:36:38am

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Subject: I've always done my embroidery first then sewn the darts but this is a load of work to get the design to line up.


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Date Posted: Monday, March 21, 04:10:10pm
I've noticed that the bndm are embroidering straight over the dart. How are they doing it? I just get loads of wrinkles when I frame it.

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Subject: Update on thedesign used without permission!


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sndm
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Date Posted: Monday, March 21, 08:00:55am
Today I received an email after I send an invoice, two weeks ago.
This is the answer the TC client gives for using the design:
Dear Madam,

To answer some of the items that you have brought up below.

1. The vision of the dress was mine, i have not stolen what i requested. The dress was drawn by yourself with my creative input it was by no means all your own vision. So when i go to another dress maker and request a new dress with the same ideas, this does not mean i stole from you, just that the new dress maker is making what i asked for. I have all emails containing all my original requests.

you can not under any stretch of the imagination think you designed the following , as exclusive works of yourself.

The neck, which is used by nearly every dance school in Irish dance at some point in time.
sleeves, these are also not exclusive to the design
cuffs, also used throughout Irish dance
Skirt, which i must add, the skirt on my new dress is not a princess line but in fact a separate skirt to the top.
Shawl, we do not have one. instead we have a custom made Crest of the School of dancing.
Lining, is pink which also was not part of the original draft.

2. I did not ask for a mock up dress to be made. In all the years that we conducted business i never request a mock up dress. This was entirely your decision and when i questioned your daughter about the logics and cost she pointed out that it was fine and that she could use it for Displays with Sandun and Denzel, the material used was something you had hanging around the workshop.

3. Knot Work, this is very similar on my new dress, but Celtic knot work can be found throughout the Irish dance world and they themselves have been copied from original knot work found in many of our ancient books.

If you can prove that they are registered designs of you and you can provide the relevant paper work from the appropriate authorities than i am sure I would be happy to change our design. If this is the case I would be happy to negotiate a price for the one time use of said designs on our mock dress that you saw on the internet. The said invoice will of course have to be supplied with your KVK number and BTW number of your registered business.



Till this is the case i will not entertain any further correspondence on this matter.

When I addressed her in the email/invoice I send her, I used her name. She hasn't got the decency to do so in her email.
I left out her name, but I still want to warn other dressmakers about her.

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Subject: How much to charge to do the digitizing and embroidery


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Date Posted: Wednesday, March 16, 01:53:01pm
Hi all. I have been approached to do the digitizing and embroidery of a dance dress. I have no idea what to charge. Any thoughts? It would be an average amount of embroidery/digitizing work. Do you charge by stitch?Hour? Flat fee?

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Subject: What to do when somebody uses your design without permission?


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sndm
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Date Posted: Monday, March 07, 05:39:44am
This happened to me. And what to do now?

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Subject: Anyone from US ever ordered from White Lodge? How much was the shipping?


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Date Posted: Sunday, February 28, 04:09:36pm
Thank you.

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Subject: Sweat stains while dancing


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Linda
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Date Posted: Monday, February 22, 12:47:12am
My daughter sweats a bit while dancing and one of her current costumes, not Irish but a body suit, shows darker under the arms. It's from Wear Moi and wine colored 90% polyamide & 10% elasthane. The front of the bodice does have a black lining but nothing under the arms. Would dress shields be the best solution or an additional lining under the arm pits of sweat absorbing fabric? Thanks in advance.

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Subject: Crystal color recommendations...


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Suzanne
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Date Posted: Tuesday, February 16, 10:43:04pm
I am ordering crystals for a dress, and have a few questions.

1. Does anyone know what size large pear shape crystals are usually used on Gavin Dresses? I think I can just measure them and figure this out, if there isn't a "standard" size.

2. The dress is fire engine Red. Just standard red velvet with Red sequined (flat sequins)applique. I want to put red crystals on the Red sequin applique. Does anyone know which "Red" Crystal is best to match a standard fire engine red? Siam? Light Siam? Hyacinth? Red chili pepper?

I will probably order from Dreamtime creation.. if that makes a difference. And I believe I will be ordering the 2088. (Isn't that the standard one used on dresses?).

Thanks so much for any suggestions!

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Subject: Glue for Swarovski Crystals


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Date Posted: Monday, February 15, 06:03:12am
Hi There

I'm trying to help out a friend save some money by blinging her own costume and buckles.

Can you guys let me know which glue you recommend for fabric and which would probably work best on buckles?

I'm worried about using the E6000 because it is toxic. Do I need to be worried about breathing in the vapours too much or just make sure I don't get it on my skin.

If we were to also go down the path of blinging her own socks do you know what size crystals we should buy and is there a "type" of swarovski to use on socks.

Sorry for so many questions . I'm trying to be a good friend but I'm worried I'm in way over my head

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Subject: Ok frustrated and baffled..


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Date Posted: Thursday, February 11, 08:20:52pm
The last few dresses I've sent off are bunching in the back and I can't figure out why. They say they fit at the waist, so if its not riding up, how can this be. Any ideas?

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Subject: With all the new style dresses covered in heavy embroidery from neck to hem, have you had to increase your costs to include all the extra time, drawing designs, planning lay out, extra machine time? they are taking forever to make and buyers expect to pay the same as a far simpler design...


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Date Posted: Wednesday, February 10, 10:26:33am
I wonder whether the big names charge extra as well?

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Subject: Dart Locations -


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Date Posted: Monday, February 01, 10:05:22pm
I am noticing a new trend in the bust dart location from some of the bigger name dressmakers. Instead of having the dart go from the side seam under the arm toward the center bust, it is running from the lower armscye across. Along with this change I am seeing wider cut shoulders and more fitted sleeves. These are all design choices but the bust darts aren't always pointing to the correct area and it makes it hard to alter. Thoughts?!?

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Subject: Viking Husqvarna


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Kathleen
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Date Posted: Friday, January 29, 12:18:57pm
There is no one I trust more than the ladies of this board. Sadly, my antique Elna (circa 1957) has finally given out and it's time for a new machine. I don't do much sewing (am not a dressmaker) but have sewn on and off for years and would like to do more, now that I am retired. A friend's m-i-l has a Viking Husqvarna Rose that she bought a few years ago for $2000 and has used very little. She is elderly and downsizing and (knowing that there is a potential buyer out there), is asking $1000. I have no idea how much it's worth. I read on a quilting forum about someone that bought one on eBay and it didn't come with any of the embroidery equipment that was supposed to be a part of it.
I have already purchased a Janome (Magnolia 7330) that I'm liking a lot, but would buy the Viking at the right price, since it likely has more features and can do more. I'd like to work with heavier fabrics, lightweight leathers and try machine embroidery ... Thoughts? I'm thinking of offering $600 to $700 ... does that seem like a fair price? Insulting? Overypaying? Bargain? Thank you for any insights!

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Subject: Speechless.


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Date Posted: Tuesday, January 26, 12:49:49pm
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N0bdNf0MTuU&feature=em-uploademail-smbtn

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Subject: What am I doing wrong in kick panel on skirt?


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Date Posted: Tuesday, January 26, 11:50:55am
When I fold & sew the kick panel, the side droops on the skirt so it is an uneven skirt length. And when I change the angle of how the kick panel is sewn so that it doesn't have an uneven skirt length, whilst it looks even length, the side seams of the skirt then sit at a funny angle in the underskirt. Whilst you can't see it on outside, I'd like to know if there is a way I could have these seams sitting straight up & down as opposed to an almost 45 degree angle that I end up with when I bring the kick panel forward so that the skirt length doesn't droop? I hope I have explained my dilemma clearly. I would appreciate any guidance on how you finish skirt so that it kicks well, sits well & looks decent in the underskirt.

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Subject: Hello :) Can a kind person recommend a nice rich black non stretch black velvet for a solo, pref from the UK.


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Date Posted: Tuesday, January 26, 03:48:40am

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Subject: What is the strongest interfacing used in stabilizing ID costumes? Have tried many types of Pellon products - would like the one BNDMs use. Thanks.


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Date Posted: Sunday, January 10, 11:21:51am

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Subject: What size pears are considered to be "large" and "medium"?


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Date Posted: Sunday, January 10, 11:21:43am

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Subject: Dressmaker / Seamstress Needed Columbus Ohio


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Melissa Widman
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Date Posted: Thursday, January 07, 11:40:41am
Hello! I'm seeking a dressmaker / seamstress for my adult dance group in the Columbus area. We already have an embroiderer, dress pattern, and some material for more of our school dresses to be made. We're also looking to construct a simple, light-weight, beginner dress. We need them for our performance season, spring-summer. Can you help us?

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Subject: Drop waist.irish dance costume pattern


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Jo Rivers (smeee)
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Date Posted: Sunday, January 03, 11:23:43am
I am desperate to find a drop waist pattern for Irish dance costume. I am going to make one for my daughter and really need some idea of where to get one. Can anyone help me!?

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Subject: Happy Christmas and best wishes for a Prosperous New Year to all the tired dressmakers out there! Have a good holiday, recharge the batteries and enjoy some family time before oiling those embroidery machines again all too soon


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Subject: Steaming vs. ironing


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Arleen
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Date Posted: Saturday, December 12, 11:52:11am
Hoping to get some advice from dressmakers. Is it OK to steam or iron a dress that has been stored for a while, flat, in a dress bag? The fabric is silk, or silk poly, with ruffles and crystals. I'm concerned about leaving water stains or puckering seams. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

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Subject: Does anyone still use a regular machine for


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Date Posted: Friday, December 11, 10:25:38pm

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Subject: Link Test


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Date Posted: Wednesday, December 09, 09:32:22pm
https://www.usedsolodresses.com
http://www.usedsolodresses.com

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Subject: Are there any sites to buy Celtic embroidery to download besides Emblibrary , Embroidery. com & Taoknitter


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Date Posted: Tuesday, December 01, 02:21:30pm

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Subject: Mandarin collar question


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dm
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Date Posted: Saturday, November 21, 11:43:51am
I use 3 layers of pellon and collars look great until a few times of wearing, they start to bend and crease. Any thoughts or ideas how to fix this or what to put in them? I tried boning once and that worked to fix the issue.
What do you guys do?

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Subject: Does anyone currently use the HAPPY machines, the same as Rising Star? I have a tajima and I hear the Happy machines are less expensive, but they obviously do the same job.


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Subject: does anybody know how to get blood out of satin?


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Date Posted: Sunday, November 01, 07:52:13pm

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Subject: Anybody had experience with the Innov-is V3 ? And the Juki TL-98P ?


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Date Posted: Thursday, October 29, 07:09:40am
Has anybody expererience with the Innov-is V3 and the Brother PE Design Next software? Doing all my embroidery by handguided satinstitch on my Memorycraft 6600 Professional now. And have an opportunity to buy a new machine for the embroidery. What's your experience with the machine and software?
And has anyone ever used the Juki TL-98P ? It's a machine that only does straight stitching, but is it any good through layers of gathered velvet + vilene(thick)+ gathered tule + gathered satin??? It's supposed to be a machine that can handle all that in one go, without skipping stitches. I appreciate your info about these machines, thanks in advance.

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Subject: Does anyone have any advice about the Wilcom E3 software please? Do you use it, is it good, is the Corel bit useful, etc. Thinking about buying it but would love to hear other people's experiences first


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Date Posted: Thursday, October 29, 06:19:00am

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Subject: Pear source


Author:
dm
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Date Posted: Monday, October 26, 05:11:35pm
I found some glass pears 10.5 x 18 on ebay from hong kong, and thought I'd get some to see if there is any difference from the ones I pay around $8.00 for 4. I got some clears, 44 of them for $4.88 They are identical. So just wanted to share the find since pears are popular, and they come in all colors.
There is no difference at all in the look they are exactly the same.
So 44 from US is $84.00 from them it's $4.88. Helps to keep cost down A LOT.

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Subject: Retired Bedazzler Crystal Sale:


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Date Posted: Sunday, October 25, 01:05:25pm
Clearing out the closet! List of items & prices inside. Thanks for looking!

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Subject: Where can I donate fabric?


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Daughter
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Date Posted: Sunday, October 18, 03:56:15pm
My mother recently passed away. She was a wonderful seamstress and made some beautiful clothes. She also left behind a HUGE stash of fabric. Some of it I will be able to use (I make quilts) but I believe that most of it I will not be able to use. Any suggestions on where to donate the fabric?

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Subject: Can anyone tell me how to do the multiple lines of satin stitch side by side to fill an object (maybe it's called embossed?) instead of special satin stitch please? I have the Bernina software.


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Date Posted: Sunday, October 11, 08:23:52pm

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Subject: looking for someone who can do alterations near Vancover?


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Date Posted: Sunday, October 11, 02:37:00pm

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Subject: Hello I am looking for a design to buy for a dress i am making, does anyone digtise designs for sale.. I am trying to contact Ann Donahue but i am not sure if she got message


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Date Posted: Wednesday, October 07, 09:38:46am

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Subject: 27x17mm pear Crystal AB


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IDMOM
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Date Posted: Tuesday, October 06, 10:46:10am
Good afternoon !
I am wondering if any of you can help me out.
I am looking for 27x17mm pear Crystal AB. All I can find is sew on ones . do they still exist? or are people using the sew on ones?
thank you in advance!

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Subject: Thoughts on pricing for crystals.


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Date Posted: Saturday, October 03, 04:13:32pm
So the norm has been to simply charge double the cost of each individual crystal when pricing for crystals. With all the new styles, heavily embroidered and FULL of crystals the cost of crystalizing a dress just seems like such a shock to clients when they get their dress quote.

It appears that most are asking for this type of dress but because it's a SNDM creating the dress, it's supposed to cost a fraction of what they'd pay elsewhere. Is anyone else having these issues?

Any suggestions for softening the blow of crystal costs for the clients? Getting fed up with taking the time to crystalize a dress with little to no compensation.....open to suggestions and other points of view :)

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Subject: Rhinestone Biz


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IDmom
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Date Posted: Wednesday, September 30, 05:53:27pm
Good evening ladies. I am going to bling out my daughter's dress and I was wondering if anyone has used Rhinestone Biz out in California ? I do not want to spend all that money for "Bling" and be disappointed! Also , if you have any other places to try ( I need to find pears and Roivli ( I'm spelling that incorrectly) that would be great!
Thank you in advance!

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Subject: Adding collar to solo dress


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Date Posted: Friday, September 25, 06:10:49pm
Any suggestions for adding a collar to a solo dress? It currently has a sweetheart neckline and the dress is black stretch velvet. I am taking it to a seamstress that has done many Irish dance dresses, but does mostly bridal gowns. Other than providing photos of collars we like and those we do not, are there any particular instructions I should provide?

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Subject: Hello ladies, can someone offer any tips on the bet way to get rid of body odor on a second hand dress?


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Date Posted: Sunday, September 20, 02:27:52pm

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Subject: Looking for best pink crystal color on bright pink satin? Thank you!


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Date Posted: Sunday, September 20, 07:51:40am

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Subject: I use Bernina software. I have done my usual embroidered skirt on a rectangle template. I'm wondeing if there's any way to distort that rectangle shaped skirt into a curved skirt? I'm thinking no, but worth a shot to ask.


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Date Posted: Tuesday, September 15, 09:27:05am

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Subject: Wondering if anyone would mind sharing their hourly rate. I charge $20-25


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Depending on fabric.
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Date Posted: Sunday, September 13, 09:17:07pm

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Subject: Has anyone tried using just one layer of heavy weight tear away backing in your large Toyota/Tajima machine?


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Going to try it, wondering if anyone has opinions
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Date Posted: Friday, September 04, 04:00:52pm

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Subject: Panic! I just started looking into my "new to me toyota expert".


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Joan
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Date Posted: Friday, August 21, 12:30:03pm
The instructions are not very detailed. I turned the hand knobs just to see what they are for and now I am getting the needle error. According to the instructions, I am trying to adjust the needle position by hand but the knob turns only half way and then stops!
Help! Did I already brake it? Or is there something simple that I am overlooking?

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Subject: Sticky stabilizer


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Date Posted: Thursday, August 20, 07:09:20pm
Does everyone use the sticky-tear-away stabilizer but me? I tried one that I bought on ebay and I had a difficulty pealing if off the fabric. Do you have a favorite brand?

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Subject: Has anyone found a supplier for the new mango leaf rainbow fabric used on the Gavin skirts? A customer has made an inquiry & I can not find it.


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Subject: Are we in the wrong niche?


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Date Posted: Sunday, July 26, 03:13:24pm
anyone ever made a showmanship jacket for a rodeo girl?

http://www.justpeachyonline.com/

Makes me think I'm underpriced!

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Subject: Heading out to Niagara Falls for few days. I googled fabric stores and it looks like there are few on Canadian side. Are any better than the other? Any recommendations?


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Subject: Is it reasonable to pay $8000 for 2011 Toyota ESP9100?


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Subject: Green velvet?


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Date Posted: Wednesday, July 22, 11:32:24am
I am hunting for an emerald green micro velvet, any suggestions? I think I found it in a cotton velvet in the UK, but would LOVE to find a korea micro velvet in the US.

Back in the day, I used to buy this color/type from IDfabrics.com, but they aren't selling fabric anymore.I know it exists! Just trying to source it.

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Subject: Looking for a specific medium orange-ish stretch velvet


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Date Posted: Monday, July 20, 02:12:52pm
...that has glitter/twinkle to it. When folded or when the dancer moves, the fabric looks kind of pink.

Having trouble matching the bodice of a dress!

Any & all help is much appreciated!

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Subject: Mother of the Bride in need of advice


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Patti
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Date Posted: Thursday, July 16, 03:23:01pm
Good Afternoon ladies. My daughter is getting married in two weeks and we will need to transport my gown which has a taffeta skirt via automobile on a two hour trip. ( along with a dog, and all of our other stuff, lol) I am worried about wrinkles and how to remove them if that does happen. I know you have experience with all types of fabrics so I was hoping that one of you kind souls may have any suggestions for me?

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Subject: Designing question from a ID mom - what do you think of same-color Swarovski crystals on a solid fabric (i.e. red on red) to bling it up, without making the stones stand out? more


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Date Posted: Wednesday, July 15, 02:48:33pm
My ID's dress has a plain drop waist, and it has a couple of marks on it that we can't get out. I don't want to over-bling that area, so I thought about getting red crystals (same size as what's on the pleats on the lower part of the skirt) to fill in the area, which is red velvet... so that the marks are covered. I also thought we'd sprinkle the crystals throughout the dress in other spots so it wouldn't be so obvious. Another fabric overlay wouldn't look good.

Is that ever done? I'm waiting for the crystals to arrive, and will place them before I commit. But I'm new to all this blinging out of dresses... don't want to ruin her dress. I would love any opinions!

Thanks so much, Laurie

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Subject: Need a piece of material for our ID's Siopa Rince dress - to replace the front yolk at the drop waist - do they sell extra material, if available? I emailed them.... waiting to hear back. Thanks for any insight!


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Date Posted: Tuesday, July 14, 11:15:32am

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Subject: How necessary is it to provide a sketch of a custom dress for approval before making the dress? How many dressmakers do provide one? It seems to me that unless it is a highly professional Photoshop sketch, it is never going to look like the finished dress


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Date Posted: Monday, July 13, 11:11:20pm

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Subject: Thinking about design for daughters next dress (which we will be ordering as I am not talented enough to be able to make these!) and had a question. Can you embroider on top of sequin fabrics?


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Date Posted: Sunday, July 12, 10:43:58am

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Subject: Has anyone come across any other online suppliers of Twinkle/Crystal satin other than SY and Whitelodge??


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Looking for more colour options...
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Date Posted: Sunday, July 12, 09:16:27am

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Subject: Toyota 850 and 860


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Date Posted: Saturday, July 11, 01:19:10pm
Hi ladies. What would be the biggest hoop that the Toyota 850 or 860 accommodates? I am assuming the X-Panto is for the newer models 9000/9100?
I am looking into used 850 and/or 860 but the seller is very slow with responding.

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Subject: selling all my designs and rights to them if anyones interested. 75.00ea


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Date Posted: Thursday, July 09, 08:46:07am
http://thevelvetcastle.wix.com/the-velvet-castle#!drawingroom/c5em

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Subject: Sewing Machines


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Kristine
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Date Posted: Friday, July 03, 05:03:09am
I have used a bottom of the line brother for 30 years for nearly everything you can think of including Irish dance dresses. I really think it is about time I upgrade. I've test driven both industrial zig zags and domestics with all bells & whistles. Im leaning toward industrial for Irish dance dress construction and for the satin stitch ... then investing in industrial embroidery machine also. but would love to know anyone else's experience with machines.

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Subject: Any new dress styles at Nationals?


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Date Posted: Friday, July 03, 03:27:20am

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Subject: Does anyone know where to get the large teardrop "gold metallic" coloured stones that are being used on some of the Celtic Star dresses? Have had a request from a client and am having no luck sourcing....


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Date Posted: Monday, June 29, 08:02:18am

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Subject: Sooo, are ice skating skirts going to be the new irish dance dress?


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Date Posted: Thursday, June 25, 12:51:23pm
How many here would be able to make these? Stretch fabrics are not easy.

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Subject: Back skirt question...


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Date Posted: Tuesday, June 23, 06:55:29pm
In the past and up till recently I've always constructed my back skirts with a pleat. Even on a soft skirt, I will make the underpanel a couple of inches bigger than the back bodice and create a pleat with that excess. It does make the back waist seam a little bulky in that area especially with the layer of underpanel and soft skirt, lining etc. however my logic is that having that pleat there gives the corresponding let out room to make the skirt bigger around the waist to match up with the bodice if it is ever let out from the side seams.

However I've noticed from looking at other dressmakers work (eg second hand big names etc) that they were not including this pleat on soft skirts. The only "let out" is about an inch in the centre back at the zipper. However this is the let out to correspond with the centre back if the bodice. There doesn't seem to be any where in the skirt that you could get the extra space if the side seams were let out. It seems silly as there's extra space sitting there in the bodice seams, but no way I can see to make the skirt bigger, preventing much alteration.

Just wondering other Dm's thoughts on this. It seems the skirt and waist construction would be simpler without the pleat and less bulky, but I don't want someone left with a dress that can't be altered if they ever need it.

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Subject: Wanting to sell dance dress fabrics.


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Kelley
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Date Posted: Thursday, June 18, 03:42:31pm
I just went through 12 boxes of fabrics...most were used for irish dance dresses. I have silks, lycras, sequined fabrics, some swaroski crystals. I am not sure what fabrics are used for current dresses. I am hoping someone could let me know what the current fabrics are and where I might be able to sell everything at once...if possible. Located in Southern California.

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Subject: Hello, I'm looking for Swarovski flatback crystals size 40 in Citrine AB. The biggest I can locate is 34.


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Google was no help.
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Date Posted: Wednesday, June 17, 05:31:34am

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Subject: Probably a long shot, but would anyone have any Swarovski #4717 Delta fancy stone 15.5 aqua?


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Debra
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Date Posted: Tuesday, June 16, 01:18:57pm
Any place I can get them from require a full pkg of 72 for between $140-$170...i only NEED 2, would like as many as 12...

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Subject: I just saw 2 newly listed off the rack dresses on Dance-Again.


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Date Posted: Thursday, June 11, 09:17:52pm
http://www.dance-again.com/X1774b.html & the other is 1775b. I find it hard to believe that there are even 2 six-foot tall Irish dancers out there looking for dresses. I wonder how the dressmaker chose that size?

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Subject: I am updating an old panel dress into something with a newer skirt but not sure how to do the stiffener. How do I go about getting the proper measurements and curve for the "moon" shape and is it suggested to use the same stiffener in front and back or something lighter in back?


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Date Posted: Wednesday, June 10, 11:37:22pm

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Subject: So why does anyone still make custom dresses when Off the Rack dresses are so much less hassle and complete freedom to make what we want?


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Date Posted: Thursday, June 04, 07:30:21am

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Subject: AB or plain crystal on red and black?


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Indecisive
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Date Posted: Wednesday, June 03, 10:46:09pm
Dress predominantly red with black velvet accents and yellow embroidery. Lots of pear shaped crystals to go on.

Should I use AB or plain crystal?

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Subject: How many of you send progress photos of the dress?


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Date Posted: Monday, June 01, 06:21:03pm

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Subject: How many emails does one get during the making of a dress? 110


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Date Posted: Monday, June 01, 05:34:36pm
How is that possible!!

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Subject: what is the going average rate for boys vests?


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thanks!
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Date Posted: Sunday, May 31, 07:46:51pm

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Subject: Alterations


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Katie
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Date Posted: Friday, May 29, 06:42:15pm
I'm doing alterations to my own dress, and I was wanting to do a twist on the original panel skirt and cape. What do I use to make the material "stiff" and "firm"? Thanks for any help!!

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Subject: What is an "infinity" irish dance dress? Just received an email asking if I could make one...


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Pennie Drew Dresses
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Date Posted: Tuesday, May 26, 12:19:57pm
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Subject: I thought this was worth posting because there are so many people steering away from small businesses - "Make sure that your actions and behaviors live up to and reflect the words and ideas, promises and commitments that come out of your mouth." -Steve Farber


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Date Posted: Thursday, May 21, 09:39:20pm

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