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Subject: Listed on ebay USA...Irish Dance Dress Unfinished Project Beautiful Pieces No Time
Author: Bargain! [Edit]	Date Posted: Monday, June 22, 10:43:36am [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

Subject: Australian Metallic Silk Suppliers
Author: Jane [Edit]	Date Posted: Sunday, June 21, 11:34:09pm Hi everyone, I'm after some gold metallic silk (quite urgently actually!). I know that WhiteLodge have the fabrics I need but can't really afford the time for the fabrics to make their way here to Australia. Do you know of any Australian suppliers - or would any Australian dressmakers have some they would like to sell? I would be looking to buy a couple of metres (but would take whatever I can get!). Thanks very much in advance. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Did you check Rachel Franzen's site? She has lovely fabrics and Dubai is closer to Oz than (NT) -- Gr. Br., Monday, June 22, 12:23:17am idfabrics.com (NT) -- ~, Monday, June 22, 12:24:05am It has taken longer for idfabrics to arrive in Australia than whitelodge. not sure if it's because they come via a courier. (NT) -- -, Monday, June 22, 02:08:19am I have ordered from Whitelodge on a Thursday night and had the fabrics in my letterbox on Tuesday morning. (NT) -- another aussie, Monday, June 22, 01:24:59am So have I - they are veryquick to post. Order today and you may well have it by Friday (NT) -- ., Monday, June 22, 01:28:26am I'd probably order from white lodge and specify that you need the fabric a.s.a,p,, they're very nice and will probably take extra care to post it quickly (NT) -- =), Monday, June 22, 02:21:03am you might even be able to pay extra for them to overnight it??? (NT) -- I'd order from WL and then keep looking too---, Monday, June 22, 07:33:37am Greenfields in Surry Hills sold gold metallic silk last time I was there a few years ago, but I'm fairly sure it's part of their regular stock, if you need an australian supplier. (NT) -- Catherine, Monday, June 22, 09:50:57am

Subject: Strange request: Would anyone maybe sew a dress with no embroidery/crystals and we handle that ourselves? We love the style Alison Thrasher made tennis/cheer skirt (link: http://www.dance.net/topic/8294119/1/Irish-Champs/Got-our-new-solo-dress.html&replies=22) ...Weird but possible? Don't need until September or so...We're on a crazy tight budget, trying to subsist on now one income in this lovely economy. Know it's a tall order but...
Author: thought I'd ask [Edit]	Date Posted: Sunday, June 21, 12:29:19pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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That is a very pretty dress, but it is fully embroidered... -- Not understanding, Sunday, June 21, 02:19:20pm I was thinking iron-on appliques like they sell at glitz and glamour online...or beaded scroll sort of celtic appliques...may just be a pipe dream. Not sure about budget, less than one thousand? (NT) -- sorry :( ...OP, Sunday, June 21, 02:52:38pm I thnk your idea is workable, it won't have the same "look" as other dresses though, if you're ok with that, I'd try emailing dressmakers you like and get some quotes to compare. (NT) -- good luck!, Sunday, June 21, 03:49:04pm I think I can help. E-mail me. (NT) -- Mary, Sunday, June 21, 04:16:35pm Ii think you would probably be better off spending your money on a 2nd hand dress rather than risk looking like you "went cheap" and therefore have less resale value. (NT) -- ., Sunday, June 21, 06:08:31pm I think you should do what you want....create a new look. I did something similar.... -- just call me crazy, Sunday, June 21, 09:53:35pm I concur - I'm starting to realize that when the client's priority is to cut costs no matter what, that's often what the finished product says. (NT) -- X, Monday, June 22, 08:33:57am And it might come back to bite you. First they want a deal about a non-embroidered dress, then they might try to haggle even on that. I'm not saying this is the case here, but I've been there at least one time too often already. Time to make a stone of that soft heart of mine ... (NT) -- My prices are reasonable, but fixed. No haggling, Monday, June 22, 01:31:06pm Please all see my apology above...We have time before we need a dress so saving will be our goal. Right now we're in a position of wanting to please TC, etc. I've tried the sewing my self route and just don't have the time or complete skill set to do a project well...Sorry about the insensitivity. (NT) -- Sorry again, Monday, June 22, 04:14:38pm Dear OP, what you are asking is different vs. a client who would like most of the "bells and whistles", and a deeply discounted price as well. You are asking for considerably less work in exchange for a price cut. The customers being discussed above often--understandably in these tough times--would like a great bargain, but also want a very similar look to a moderate priced big name or full price local dressmaker dress. That's what is difficult to resolve for a DM trying to make a living. (NT) -- So Cal Trish, Wednesday, June 24, 12:33:26am Dear OP, I feel your pain, but echo the above comments. The style dress you linked is involved, uses alot of fabric and needs applique or embroidery to look good. I charge $1150 and up for the cheerleader style. Have you considered this style dress: http://www.dance.net/viewImage.html?image_id=317483&page=1. It could be made for far less with some simple machine embroidery (NT) -- Good luck with your search, Friday, June 26, 08:41:40am

Subject: Altering existing dress
Author: looking for opinions [Edit]	Date Posted: Sunday, June 21, 08:19:44am made a dress that is too big in the bodice-stretch velvet-need it to fit more snuggly-is about 2 sizes too big-would taking in in on all seams(side, front,back princess seams and zipper)be enough to make fit better? or should I start from scratch? sleeves are in-hate to tear out along seam where it joins bodice(underarm)so wonder if taking it in an inch or two below in the side seam will work? [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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It depends on where its too big. If its just the circumference through the bust/waist than you could probably take in the side seams (though you might need to enlarge the armhole and reset the sleeve), but if its too wide shoulder to shoulder & through the upper chest, you'll need to make a new bodice. (NT) -- try making a mockup first next time. =), Sunday, June 21, 01:42:01pm

Subject: I recently saw a message from someone (Kathleen?) saying they use Vogue 8510 for the bodice pattern on dresses. I'm just putting the pattern together and agree it is a great bodice pattern! Just wondering do you use the sleeve pattern with the darts/pleats as well or do you modify it?
Author: New dressmaker - I love how helpful this board is! [Edit]	Date Posted: Sunday, June 21, 12:16:34am [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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I used that pattern recently-here is what -- I did, Sunday, June 21, 07:09:17am Thank you for that I didn't think to do that when cutting out the fabric. I used the darts this time on my dummy bodice, next time I'll try it that way to save the seams on the shoulders. (NT) -- Thanks for your help!, Sunday, June 21, 07:38:04am I use this pattern too for the bodice, but with a different sleeve. (NT) -- sewing mom, Monday, June 22, 09:23:25am I just finished a bodice with this pattern and used the given darts and it looks fantastic! (NT) -- me, Monday, June 22, 11:05:11am Guess I should add that I did modify the rest of the sleeve (length and width) as the it wouldn't have been long enough, etc... (NT) -- me again, Monday, June 22, 11:06:40am Actually I used the sleeve from the Feis Dress pattern -- I like the cut of that sleeve and it fit the armseye surprisingly well. Junior E Feisdress pattern sleeve into Ladies 14 Vogue pattern (NT) -- Kathleen, Monday, June 22, 04:41:50pm

Subject: where can I get a white tutu cheap & quick and what is the best way to attach to skirt?
Author: Thanks for the help! [Edit]	Date Posted: Saturday, June 20, 12:26:19pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Ebay (NT) -- seen them there, Saturday, June 20, 01:06:28pm http://www.petticoatshop.com/index.php?cat=c40_Petticoat-MINI.html Very fast service. I don't attach my petticoats, but let the dancers wear them as they are. That way they can change petticoats, plus skirts are so narrow you don't even need an Irish Dance dressbag! (NT) -- skirt stands out when petticoat is worn, Saturday, June 20, 03:36:17pm Thank you soooo much! (NT) -- dmm, Saturday, June 20, 09:47:11pm

Subject: I'm just about to use my Kandy Kane Hotfixer on its maiden project. Any last minute words of wisdom
Author: Blingbling [Edit]	Date Posted: Friday, June 19, 03:31:02pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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No advice, it's easy to use and even I don't mess up with it. (NT) -- ., Saturday, June 20, 04:26:11am Apart from maybe sacrificing a half-dozen stones and some scrap fabric to try it out, you just cannot go wrong! (NT) -- Definitely a fool-proof tool!, Saturday, June 20, 05:11:20am I give the stone a press into the fabric once I've attached the stone. The stone can be pretty hot, so use a scrap of fabric to protect your finger. (NT) -- No name, Saturday, June 20, 02:09:11pm I do too, especially on velvet. I use some kitchen paper, but a teatowel works fine too (NT) -- just protect your finger from the hot stone, Saturday, June 20, 03:43:36pm bandaid on finger stops burningfinger, and it won't move or slip so no chance of burning finger (NT) -- guess how I know, Sunday, June 21, 09:11:46am I used to use bandaids until they melted. Now, I use a soft, leather thimble. (NT) -- That follow up press is important, Sunday, June 21, 10:45:53pm This tool is essentially a wood burner with modified tips. Don't let the metal part touch any of the fabric. At best it will scorch. Some fabric melts. (NT) -- Test and be careful., Tuesday, June 23, 12:57:39pm A rep at Rhinestone Guy says this is a tool for stones 34ss and larger. It gets too hot to use on anything smaller (NT) -- It is F-A-S-T, Tuesday, June 23, 06:02:44pm

Subject: American Girl Irish Dress Pattern
Author: Dawn [Edit]	Date Posted: Friday, June 19, 11:34:56am Hello! Please, is there anyone here that has an irish dress pattern for an 18" American Girl doll so I could try to make a matching one for my daughter? (I'm not a GREAT sewer, but I can sew! ;o) Thank you for any help! Dawn :o) in Utah [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Any 18 inch doll pattern with a plain top. To make the skirt simply make a circle skirt and insert some peltex between lining and skirt to create a front panel. I live in Sandy let me know if you need help. (NT) -- Ceal W, Friday, June 19, 12:06:36pm Sew the International Wardrobe for 18-Inch Dolls by Joan Hinds (NT) -- you can order it online or ebay, Saturday, June 20, 10:35:28pm American Girl Irish Dress Pattern -- Dawn :o), Sunday, June 21, 11:03:36am Is there any pattern online that is free? :o) -- Dawn :o), Sunday, June 21, 11:05:36am I didn't find one online, but I did find one in a book at my local library. You will need to add the stiffener to the skirt as suggested above, but the bodice probably won't need modification. My library had several books with patterns for 18 inch dolls. (NT) -- Worth a check., Thursday, July 02, 07:46:43am

Subject: American Girl Irish Dress Pattern
Author: Dawn [Edit]	Date Posted: Friday, June 19, 11:33:02am Hello! Please, is there anyone here that has an irish dress pattern for an 18" American Girl doll so I coul try to make a matching one for my daughter? (I'm not a GREAT sewer, but I can sew! ;o) Thank you for ant help! Dawn :o) in Utah [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

Subject: Dressmaker feature on our blog
Author: Ally and Nic [Edit]	Date Posted: Thursday, June 18, 08:10:56am We're getting ready to feature dressmakers on our blog/website! Please see inside the first reply for links and details! [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Details! -- Ally and Nic, Thursday, June 18, 08:11:44am Oops, link to the website not working, better one inside... -- Ally, Thursday, June 18, 10:50:41am Hey girls, bravo to you for helping promote the smaller-scale dressmakers as an alternative to the Siopa/Gavin/Elevation trinity. I'm not a dressmaker, but love helping promote and support artisans of all types! (NT) -- California Vendor, Thursday, June 18, 02:27:46pm I went to your site and refreshed but I do not see the link to the dressmakers. (NT) -- What am I missing?, Thursday, June 18, 08:50:56pm We haven't got anything up there yet :) The details inside the first post are for dressmakers who would like to submit information and be featured. We're hoping to get cracking on it early July if dressmakers respond in time. Hope that clears it up! (NT) -- Ally, Thursday, June 18, 09:26:00pm

Subject: Where's a good place to get black elastic in different widths? I want to make some hard-shoe elastics to resell for some extra $$.
Author: Thank you! [Edit]	Date Posted: Thursday, June 18, 02:36:23am [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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www.brewersewing.com You have to set up a wholesale account. Otherwise, buy a roll at JoAnns with a 40% off coupon or when it goes on sale. (NT) -- BJ, Thursday, June 18, 07:17:27am e-bay...I got 3 rolls(50 yds each) of 1" black for under $20 (NT) -- decent quality too, Thursday, June 18, 07:51:30am Don't know why I didn't think of eBay! Is there any particular thickness to buy? Normally I just go by feel at a retail place. Thanks (NT) -- OP, Thursday, June 18, 02:24:52pm I just looked on eBay. One auction says "waistband quality." Would that work for shoe elastics? Also how heavy duty a thread is recommended for ID elastics? (NT) -- Appreciative!, Thursday, June 18, 02:35:42pm Careful. I bought some of that 'waistband quality' elastic off eBay. It was very brittle to the touch and dancers did not like it. (NT) -- pitched it and took the loss, Saturday, June 20, 06:58:39pm Me again. The brittle feel was just one of the ways that it was inferior - the elastics did not hold up at all. I realize that elastics take a beating and no pair will last for a great length of time, but the ones I made with that elastic were just garbage from the start. (NT) -- ., Saturday, June 20, 07:01:09pm Walmart carries inexpensive wide black elastic (NT) -- $1 a pack, Friday, June 19, 07:58:51am

Subject: I've got some georgous glittery velvet and was thinking of using it as the main bodice fabric as well as a layer in a rah-rah style skirt. Only problem is it is a two way stretch fabric, does anyone have any suggestions on what would be best to use for stabilising?
Author: Has anyone tried to stabilise this kind of fabric? [Edit]	Date Posted: Wednesday, June 17, 09:38:04pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Yes, the best is a woven/cotton fusible. Do you belong to the yahoo dressmaking group? Long discussion not too long ago about this very thing. (NT) -- sdm, Wednesday, June 17, 10:46:49pm No not a member yet, I'll look at signing up tonight and try to find the discussion. (NT) -- Thank you for your help, OP, Thursday, June 18, 12:42:49am cotton interfacing and be prepared to hold the iron on one spot for a while to get it to stick, I found no steam was best (NT) -- Ina., Thursday, June 18, 01:09:56am Won't placing the iron on velvet (short or long time) crush the nap? (NT) -- I stabilize w/o iron on interfacing, Friday, June 19, 10:27:00am If you are not embroidering, no need (necessarily) for fusible interfacing unless the velvet bags. If you are embroidering on it, you need the fusible or at least a way to fuse a stable interfacing to the velvet. Several ways to adhere the fusible without crushing the nap. Join the yahoo group. (NT) -- dm, Friday, June 19, 10:43:56pm Depends on the length of the nap, and what you iron it on. Short to medium napped velvets are usually fine ironed on top of a thick towel, longer napped velvets need extreme care and a velvet board if you can get one. (NT) -- google for more tips, Saturday, June 20, 12:44:15pm

Subject: Bernie Mc Grane is a very good dressmaker she is baced in Ballyshannon County Donegal Ireland, It is true that she is making dresses for 7 or 8 hundres euro, Her dresses are very wekk made and finished to a high standard, I would recommend her as a dressmaker, Patricia
Author: Patricia [Edit]	Date Posted: Wednesday, June 17, 04:06:21pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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What does wekk mean? (NT) -- Not getting it., Wednesday, June 17, 04:26:34pm typo for "well"? (NT) -- my guess, Wednesday, June 17, 04:45:40pm

Subject: if you are lookingfor a new dress! Lots of new dresses have been added to www.dance.net there are gavins elevations and siopa rince to name a few.
Author: sue [Edit]	Date Posted: Wednesday, June 17, 12:24:09pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

Subject: Dress Wanted (for an older dancer)
Author: Jenny [Edit]	Date Posted: Wednesday, June 17, 06:03:19am Hi, I am looking for a used solo dress, preferably with a more modern style. I am about 5'6 and my measurements are as follows: Bust - 41 Waist- 39 Hip - 46 Thank you! [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Colors? Price range? (NT) -- DM, Wednesday, June 17, 05:40:04pm how morden? (NT) -- mom, Wednesday, June 17, 10:29:54pm Re: color, price range, how modern -- Jenny, Thursday, June 18, 07:13:28am Where are you located? (NT) -- LynnOH, Thursday, June 18, 11:55:12am Maryland -- Jenny, Thursday, June 18, 12:28:30pm

Subject: need advice on fabric from the experts..
Author: tc [Edit]	Date Posted: Wednesday, June 17, 04:49:01am Looking for fabric for new performance type dresses. I really want something elegant and had my heart set on velvet since I just love the look of velvet. but, want the dress to be user friendly. Is there any type of velvet besides the crushed type that is washable? If not, do you have any other suggestions ? [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Most velvets are washable. Spandex velvet would work well for performance dress. whitelodgefabric.com has lots of velvets. They are very helpful and you can call or email with questions about the fabrics. I have also used online-fabrics.co.uk (NT) -- R, Wednesday, June 17, 05:21:56am yes, stretch velvets are able to be machine washed-I make leotards with that fabric and it is great. In the US, there are huge selections at Spandex House, Stretch House, Stretch World online. They will send samples too. (NT) -- Laurie, Wednesday, June 17, 09:59:36am I have made dresses with cotton velvet and washed them in the washing machine. There are some US suppliers that have cotton velvets at $10.00 - $12.00 per yard. (NT) -- Mary, Wednesday, June 17, 10:28:20am

Subject: my dds dress has shrunk LOL. no seriously my dd has grown and the bodice of her dress has become tight. I am looking for a ID dressmaker preferably Melbourne who would be able to alter her dress for me. Is there anyone out that could help me please? I posted a message on the aussie dance forum too. The original dressmaker is in WA so its too far to send it unfortunately. Any suggestions of ladies (or even gents!) who would be able to help me get this done sooner rather than too late?
Author: thankyou kindly. IDmum [Edit]	Date Posted: Wednesday, June 17, 12:33:25am [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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perhaps Jess Knight can help. She is in Adelaide but might be able to do something for you as I know there are alot of feis on that she is travelling to. A dress can be overnighted with express post from Melbourne to Adelaide. (NT) -- http://www.jess-knight.com/, Wednesday, June 17, 06:36:06pm Depending on how tight it is you may be able to get a local alterations person to look at it....more.... -- h, Wednesday, June 17, 07:07:10pm How about Pat O'Connor or Alice Feeney? They are superb! (NT) -- ; ), Thursday, June 18, 10:23:27am Is Pat still making dresses? (NT) -- I hope so, Friday, June 19, 10:32:27am If it is too small in both the bodice and the length, have you considered selling the dress and buying another that fits? That way you might not lose too much by the style going out of fashion, and it might work out cheaper than alterations. (NT) -- Dressmaker who hates alterations!, Thursday, June 18, 05:21:57pm

Subject: Does anyone have contact details for Bernie Mc Grane dressmaker, I think she ids in Donegal but i do not know where, I just heard she is making dresses for 700_800 hundred euro. I f this is ture id like to contact her
Author: Dublin Mum [Edit]	Date Posted: Monday, June 15, 02:59:20pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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I think there is a Bernie McDowel (?) Mountaintop studios (?) (NT) -- bg, Monday, June 15, 06:10:45pm I may be mistaken, but I think the 2nd Bernie mentioned is in Colorado. (NT) -- Terri E CO, Monday, June 15, 07:31:39pm Bernie Mcgrane used to have an ad on "irishads.ie" but I cannot find it anymore as the website is down (for weeks now). I know she does make dresses for that price (more 800-900 euro) and they looked fine to me. (NT) -- Sorry, no more info, keep looking!, Tuesday, June 16, 01:58:02am Here's a link i found in archives - hope it works http://www.boydirishdance.com/LinksBernieAd.htm. If it doesn't work I found it by using the search word Donegal. (NT) -- mags, Tuesday, June 16, 03:46:59am Bernie is in Ballyshannon Co Donegal. Very good dressmaker by any standards, (NT) -- Kay, Friday, June 19, 04:20:27pm Just contacted Bernie in Donegal and have to say she is making dresses for 800 euro,Do i have ordered one, Tks again (NT) -- xx, Wednesday, July 01, 05:11:03pm

Subject: i've heard a lot of people on here talk about tapering your satin stitch. If someone has time, would you mind posting how you do this? Thanks in advance:-)
Author: stuck with yucky points [Edit]	Date Posted: Monday, June 15, 10:40:20am [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Here what I do ...inside -- mags, Tuesday, June 16, 01:16:04pm thats what I do too. On my old machine it used to default to line up on the left again .. very frustrating unless you were going in circles. (NT) -- like my new machine better although the width or stitches is less., Wednesday, June 17, 12:31:33am Thank you ladies. I'm off to give it a whirl tonight!! (NT) -- stuck with yucky points, Wednesday, June 17, 05:02:22pm

Subject: Dance related question
Author: Jill [Edit]	Date Posted: Monday, June 15, 07:12:35am I know this is the costumers board, but does anyone know the answer to the following? If, at a feis, a person ends up being the only dancer in a competiton, will the first place rank count? [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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unfortunately, no (NT) -- too bad, Monday, June 15, 08:21:02am You might want to try the main irish dance message board but I'm pretty sure there has to be 5 competitors in a group for it to count. (NT) -- hope it helps, Monday, June 15, 08:22:08am The way the rule is worded it isn't mandatory that it counts. -- ., Monday, June 15, 08:43:03am Firsts only count if there are at least 5 in the competition -- that is why there are often complaints on these boards about someone driving 17 hours to a feis and then not having it "count" -- even if there is only one competitor in a comp you're not guaranteed a first -- mom, Monday, June 15, 09:09:48am Actually, it can count. It depends on the TCRG. But it doesn't HAVE TO count. For example, if you had 1 first in prelim last year and got your 2nd first this year in a competition with only 3 or 4 dancers, it doesn't require you to move to champs. But you can, if TCRG allows it. (NT) -- 25 year mom, Monday, June 15, 10:06:35pm Ask your child's teacher. There is too much speculation otherwise. (NT) -- x, Tuesday, June 16, 06:22:28am In UK if there are 5 or more dancers the first place dancer MUST move up but if less than 5 it's at teacher's discretion. (NT) -- SE mum, Thursday, June 18, 08:07:10am

Subject: Ra Ra Pattern
Author: Mags [Edit]	Date Posted: Monday, June 15, 04:17:26am Has anybody come across a commercial ra ra skirt pattern that can be used for the shirt of an irish dancing dress. If not how are they being made. Thanks in advance for all your help [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Sorry, can't help with the pattern. I drew one up myself, used a full circle and then cut it in 3 to make the ra-ra's it worked but I think it was a bit full - must add that I added in extra to make a pleat in the front. I'm thinking it would be better to use a 3/4 skirt can anyone tell me an easy way to draw a 3/4 skirt pattern up? (NT) -- TC, Monday, June 15, 06:16:31am I use Simplicity pattern 2620. I had to shorten the middle and top ruffles. You might also have to let out (or take in) at the side seam - depending on the waist and hip measurement of your dancer. (NT) -- Mary, Monday, June 15, 10:10:33pm For the Simplicity pattern, did you stiffen it or add deep side pleats? (NT) -- Thank you for the pattern info, Tuesday, June 16, 11:24:28am

Subject: My daughter is a taller, moderate frame, open champ and is U14. For her next dress, she wants something VERY lightweight. What fabrics and styles would you recommend?
Author: Old dress is just too heavy [Edit]	Date Posted: Sunday, June 14, 09:49:18pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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My dd felt the same after competing in velvet... more inside -- CT mom, Sunday, June 14, 10:03:58pm Sounds Lovely! (NT) -- Would love to see a picture!!!, Monday, June 15, 01:29:59pm Not sure if this will work... link inside -- previous poster, Tuesday, June 16, 12:25:26am A few ideas inside. =) -- good luck!, Sunday, June 14, 11:44:14pm

Subject: I recently got a used 3 panel dress for my daughter but it may have been dry-cleaned as the front panel is very soft with a bit of a wave to it. I placed it under the mattress but no luck. Is there a starch like spray that could be used to stiffen it? I know nothing about sewing but thought you are all very knowledgeable and may have some suggestions for me.
Author: Thanks in advance! [Edit]	Date Posted: Sunday, June 14, 09:24:34pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Some stifferners are heat activated so ironing can restiffen the skirt. Lie the dress face down on your ironing board if it's big enough or fold up a sheet and do it on the floor. With the dress face down, open up the skirt and put a cloth over the inside of the skirt to stop scorching with the iron, then iron over the inside of the skirt and then smooth it out with your hands until it cools, if you are lucky the stifferenr will restiffen if it's the right kind. (NT) -- -, Monday, June 15, 02:11:38am THank you! Do you have a stiffener that you'd recommend (I'm very nervous about doing anything!)? (NT) -- OP, Monday, June 15, 08:20:55am The stiffener is already in there, you just need to restiffen it with heat. As the person below said, be careful with velvet, iron on a fluffy towl to protect it, also be careful if there are any plastic sequins. (NT) -- -, Tuesday, June 16, 03:29:30am Two bits of advice. Be careful if it is velvet and do not iron it. You can steam it but actually ironing will ruin the fabric. My suggestion and it's cheap and easy. Take a piece of boning (I prefer metal, but you may need to use plastic if purchased locally) and make a small casing in a matching fabric. Hand stitch it to the under side of the skirt. The front panel will hold its shape. (NT) -- Terri E CO, Monday, June 15, 06:05:26am

Subject: My daughter is 5' 4" tall. She likes the look of the really dropped waist and the shorter overall length of the skirts. How do I know how low to drop the waist and what length the skirt should be?
Author: Her preference is a rah-rah skirt. Thanks for any help. [Edit]	Date Posted: Saturday, June 13, 06:47:03am [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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some people go with one third of the overall lenght for the skirt (NT) -- bg, Saturday, June 13, 06:55:10am I also depends on how big her hips are. I've seen some really unflattering big name dresses with dropped waists that go all the way to below wide-ish hips and then flare. You have to balance it for your own figure. (NT) -- Best of luck!, Saturday, June 13, 08:50:08am To get an idea of where to put the waist, have her wear a leotard and try on one of those elastic waist ballet skirts that little girls use for dress up or ballet recitals. Push the skirt down until you find a flattering length for the dropped waist. (NT) -- Then pin up the hem to find a good skirt length., Saturday, June 13, 09:54:24am What a great idea! Thanks for sharing this! (NT) -- a visual person, Tuesday, June 16, 08:52:27am I'm a great fan of posterboard skirts to determine proportions. -- Kathleen, Saturday, June 13, 10:43:56am Don't go below the widest part of her hips, when in doubt, drop it to around where she wears her jeans. Its in the hip bone area for most girls (unless they're SUPER low riders) and pretty flattering. 1" above or below that is usually 2/3 the total length from the shoulder (NT) -- good luck!, Saturday, June 13, 05:34:52pm Thank you for all of your great input. She does have wider hips so these are great suggestions. (NT) -- Now to find a pattern., Saturday, June 13, 07:17:31pm There are a lot of newer dresses with a belt/band at the top of the skirt. IMHO, unless they are V-shaped, they can make the dancer's hips much broader looking. (NT) -- deep V more flattering, again IMHO, Sunday, June 14, 08:39:46am The band for my daughter's dress is definitely a deep "V" -- just seemed more flattering that way. (NT) -- Kathleen, Sunday, June 14, 04:26:33pm

Subject: Will these work?
Author: thanks [Edit]	Date Posted: Friday, June 12, 08:29:30pm I'm making a gladiator type dress (handkerchief style?) and I'll be using this http://www.syfabrics.com/View.aspx/Embroidered-Organza/Silver-Embroidered-Organza/3678/405 as a applique type thing on the bodice. And this, http://www.whitelodgefabric.com/engine/shop/product/CEPSA2/Chiffon+Emb+Pearl+Sequin+AQUA for the pleats on the skirt. Will they work together? I worry that they are too similar, but not the same so it will look weird, does that make sense? [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Hmmm, I see your concern and I kind of agree with you. Can you not just use one or the other? I think it would look a bit more cohesive if you did... (NT) -- =), Friday, June 12, 10:16:04pm I love them and think they will work well together. (NT) -- my vote, Friday, June 12, 11:29:55pm I think that, if you line the first one with white, it will be a lovely combination (NT) -- Just make it contrasting, Saturday, June 13, 05:04:23am I think it matters too what other fabrics you are using, and I'm in agreement that the 1st over white or black to create contrast is the way to go (NT) -- bg, Saturday, June 13, 06:52:53am If you are going to use the whitelodge fabric for the godets/handkerchiefs, be aware that part of the skirt takes a lot of abuse during a dance. The beads may not stay attached, causing a hazard on stage. I like both fabrics and think they will work together with the proper selection of (NT) -- fabrics underneath, Saturday, June 13, 10:38:38am Our team is experiencing cuts on their legs from the knots behind a fabric that has beads. Tried with stockings & they ran. Also not very visible, IMO too expensive for how little is seen of the beads. Use it elsewhere (NT) -- or line it, Saturday, June 13, 01:53:49pm thanks guys, hadn't thought about the pleats scratching legs, I think I'll use the first fabric with a base for both. (NT) -- OP, Saturday, June 13, 04:12:40pm Off topic - but that first fabric ( the scroll embroidered organza) - does anyone know of a source for this in Royal Blue?! Found it once but havn't been able to source it again (NT) -- desperate, Monday, June 15, 08:51:00pm

Subject: Has anyone found the new Kandy Kane Hot Fixer tool for less than $35? (Rhinestone Guy's price).
Author: Miss Frugal [Edit]	Date Posted: Thursday, June 11, 10:32:05pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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I got a comparable one at JoAnn's with a coupon. It does multiple sizes and is quick and easy to use. (NT) -- R, Friday, June 12, 06:19:53am If I may be so bold, you will love it enough to pay the $35! I paid full whack for a good hot-fixer and haven't regretted it (NT) -- You get what you pay for, Saturday, June 13, 05:05:58am Mine just came today from the Rhinestone Guy -- absolutely fantastic customer service. I called him late Thursday afternoon to order stones for DD's new dress and they arrived this morning in Massachusetts. The woman who took my order was very nice to speak with on the phone as well as being helpful and knowledgable about the products. (NT) -- Kathleen, Saturday, June 13, 09:58:37pm

Subject: I have some velvet type material with silver discs on it. Baby pink, blue, green, white about 4 metres of each. If I wanted to listed it for sale in Australia is there a board for that?
Author: to many boxes of material [Edit]	Date Posted: Wednesday, June 10, 05:39:08pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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You could try ebay, or tell us here exactly what you have and how much you want for it, and whereabouts you are so we can calculate postage costs. (NT) -- Might be interested but would like to see photos please, Wednesday, June 10, 08:00:51pm I'll measure it all and take pictures. I'll leave my email as soon as I take pictures (NT) -- thank you, Wednesday, June 10, 11:05:47pm I too would be interested and I am in Australia. (NT) -- email me to discuss, Wednesday, June 17, 12:39:55am I'm interested, and I'm also in Australia. Have you got any more info yet please (NT) -- ?, Wednesday, June 17, 06:18:19pm

Subject: When sewing with fishing line do you use it as bobbin thread as well.
Author: Thanks [Edit]	Date Posted: Wednesday, June 10, 12:18:50pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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The fishing line is too "stiff" for bobbin winding. If you want clear/invisible bobbin thread use the monofilament thread sold on a spool where other thread is displayed. (NT) -- LynnOH, Wednesday, June 10, 01:06:47pm I used "bobbin thread" in my bobbin, when I was using clear nylon thread on top. (NT) -- worked fine., Wednesday, June 10, 05:48:17pm Whenever I' ve used fishing line to make ruffles I've sewn over the fishing line with lightweight thread in both needle and bobbin -- the fishing line stiff enough to shape the ruffles couldn't be threaded in a normal machine. (NT) -- Kathleen, Wednesday, June 10, 09:07:45pm Do you use your serger to sew it or a zigzag stitch? Do you put the fishing line on top of the fabric or hold it from the bottom? Never tried this, but would like to. (NT) -- Beginner, Wednesday, June 10, 11:00:18pm I don't have a serger--does this technique work (NT) -- pretty good with just zig zag? Any helpful hints?, Thursday, June 11, 08:29:50am Does the zigzag stitch shred chiffon? What do i need (NT) -- to know about working with chiffon that will make this work?, Thursday, June 11, 08:32:55am This may be a bit hard to explain, but here goes -- Kathleen, Thursday, June 11, 08:57:42am I have used serger and zigzag. Check the feet you have for your machines. If you have a foot with a hole or groove for cording this will keep the fishing line centered. My favorite method is my serger set for rolled hem (3 thread) with embroidery thread in the looper and a cording foot. Dont forget to use fabric cut on bias--more stretch for better ruffle/wave. (NT) -- LynnOH, Thursday, June 11, 11:36:12am What weight of fishing line do you use? (NT) -- Mary, Thursday, June 11, 09:59:34pm I have used a heavy weight fishing line on an organza frill the soft floppy kind of organza and worked well (NT) -- Ina, Monday, June 15, 06:05:02pm

Subject: I'd like to make a dress without embroidery or applique .. just using crystals to create a pattern. Anyone know where I could get a sort of template pattern to follow for the crystal application?
Author: thanks [Edit]	Date Posted: Wednesday, June 10, 07:44:12am [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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I draw out the design I want on paper. Then I mark the places I want to put the crystals on the paper. Next, I punch holes at the crystal locations. I place/pin the paper over the dress parts, mark the crystal locations with a fin tip pen (sharpies make silver for use on darker colored fabrics), remove the paper and begin gluing. If you are going for a pav� look, just mark the outline of the area and fill in evenly. (NT) -- Enjoy, Wednesday, June 10, 08:37:09am great idea---thanks for sharing! (NT) -- bg, Wednesday, June 10, 11:55:24am

Subject: Do Australian ppl visit this site
Author: ? [Edit]	Date Posted: Tuesday, June 09, 07:05:22pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Yes! Know of many :0) (NT) -- Aussie Mum, Tuesday, June 09, 07:21:21pm Yep I do and I bet I know an Aussie dressmaker who does too. (NT) -- We mums have to keep up as well., Tuesday, June 09, 10:25:57pm I do too. (NT) -- Former dressmaker, Wednesday, June 10, 06:19:31am Definitely! (NT) -- Most days, Wednesday, June 10, 08:02:00pm I'm Australian! (NT) -- aussie dm, Friday, June 12, 06:10:52am Yes I do almost daily (NT) -- Ina (in oz), Friday, June 12, 07:52:31am me too (NT) -- we are all addicted, Wednesday, June 17, 12:42:53am

Subject: Rahrah skirt
Author: a mom [Edit]	Date Posted: Tuesday, June 09, 01:37:00pm I am hoping a dressmaker can help decipher the lingo for me. My dd's new dress will have a rahrah skirt, can someone please explain what that is? Any help would be much appreciated. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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a ra-ra skirt is soft---and I've seen them 3 tiered---it seems like they vary a little from different dressmakers, here is a link to a gavin ra-ra that is listed in dance-again (NT) -- http://www.dance-again.com/X1186.html, Tuesday, June 09, 01:53:35pm I have seen other people describe it this way. What would then an actuall cheerleader type skirt be called with 6 or 8 inverted pleats all the way around. (NT) -- ??, Tuesday, June 09, 01:58:02pm I think you are right in that it is a cheerleader style skirt, if it is soft, if you make it with hard panels and soft kickpleats then it is a box pleat (NT) -- lots of styles---lots of names :), Tuesday, June 09, 02:01:35pm rah-rah skirts are softer overall, some have a sturctured underskirt (Gavin style) and some have a petticoat under (Elevation style) (NT) -- both are light and easy to dance in, Tuesday, June 09, 06:26:26pm Thank you all for your quick replies, They are much appreciated/ (NT) -- OP, Tuesday, June 09, 07:48:45pm Here's a link to a discussion about rah-rah skirts that includes photos: http://www.dance.net/topic/8077583/1/Irish-Dressmakers-Costumers/I-m-getting-conflicting-information-Can-someone-post-a-link-or-photo-of-a-Rah-Rah-skirt.html&replies=16 (NT) -- Hope this helps, Wednesday, June 10, 08:41:14am How is the rah-rah skirt "structured" to fall so nicely? (NT) -- How is it made?, Saturday, June 13, 06:43:53am

Subject: Help please, i'm looking for a UK supplier of 5mm dia sew on AB Crystal rhinestones, surfed the net with no luck
Author: Thanks for any help [Edit]	Date Posted: Tuesday, June 09, 02:13:28am [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Hi there. beadsandcrystals.co.uk, excellent service, usually next day, have used many times. (NT) -- Josh, Tuesday, June 09, 04:05:37am

Subject: Has anyone made the skirts from the Irish Threads pattern? Looking for a show outfit for my dancers, want the look of a mock solo/school dress, but just the skirt.
Author: bt [Edit]	Date Posted: Saturday, June 06, 01:47:50pm if you know of any other patterns that also work well, please let me know! I've been searching all over. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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I haven't used just the skirt before, but I'm sure it could work! (NT) -- Just put the skirt on a sturdy waistband, Tuesday, June 09, 02:42:42am The skirt length of that pattern will give you a pretty long skirt. They do have several pleat options in the pattern. It will take some adjustments and a good bit of time for a novice sewer. Good luck, and don't be afraid to ask for help. (NT) -- No name, Tuesday, June 09, 02:24:14pm

Subject: Has anyone seen any raspberry velvet?
Author: one yard would do [Edit]	Date Posted: Saturday, June 06, 07:17:04am [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Check with Textile Fabrics in Nashville. I bought some there in March. Talk to Vickie if you need a contact. (NT) -- Terri E CO, Saturday, June 06, 03:08:44pm thank you (NT) -- !!, Saturday, June 06, 08:48:53pm If you are willing to work with silk velvet, check out Silk Baron. Sy's fabrics had a dark pink velvet (NT) -- I don't know if you'd consider it raspberry. Check it out, too, Saturday, June 06, 10:36:57pm NY elegant in NYC has loads (NT) -- mom, Monday, June 08, 09:04:29pm

Subject: looking for a periwinkle crushed velvet (or other stretch velvet)
Author: any suggestions? THX [Edit]	Date Posted: Friday, June 05, 06:08:51pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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was just in nyc and bought some fabrics from Spandex World or House of Spandex. Both are online...great fabrics (NT) -- kris, Sunday, June 07, 07:10:29pm

Subject: Bubble Skirt
Author: LNels [Edit]	Date Posted: Thursday, June 04, 08:11:41am I found this pattern for a bubble skirt and wondered if it would work for the new bubble style: http://www.mccallpattern.com/item/M5850.htm?tab=evening_prom_bridal&page=1 This is my 2nd attempt at a solo dress. The first one didn't turn out too badly but, the colors seem to wash my daughter's face out. Thanks!!! [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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The skirt seems a bit big, with the waist not lowered. Looks like a lot of altering, to me. (NT) -- DM, Thursday, June 04, 12:00:06pm You could proably use the skirt pattern as a rough base, but it would need to be altered alot and a different dropped waist bodice pattern. If you need somewhere to start, try it! I think there is also a Burda pattern that people have used. (NT) -- good luck!, Thursday, June 04, 12:53:11pm Oops...I wasn't very specific -- LNels, Thursday, June 04, 03:48:38pm Again, the 2nd MC pattern is a dress, and would require not only cutting down, but reproportioning at the waist. I would find a skirt pattern, or make one in muslin to get the shape and fit right, and go from there. Lots of girls at AI & Worlds wore the simple, full skirt (not bubble). -- dm, Friday, June 05, 05:45:40am Full skirt...interesting -- LNels, Friday, June 05, 07:20:07am Here's a pic that might work for you. http://www.feispix.com/files/gallery2/main.php?g2_itemId=5678 Isn't it hard to pick a style for the skirt these days? Sometimes I wish there was only one style (like in the days of the 3 panel). That being said, I just made a 5 tier ra-ra for my own dd- who knows what style we'll have to have next year! (NT) -- dm, Friday, June 05, 08:01:21am Pic -- LNels, Friday, June 05, 02:47:13pm You're welcome! Come back to the board when you choose your base fabric, so we can offer suggestions to stabilize, etc, so the skirt keeps its shape & doesn't hang too limply. Made that mistake before... (NT) -- dm, Friday, June 05, 03:23:41pm I think you'd have a lot of diffuculty with this pattern. This is a pattern for a bubble dress.....more -- dm, Thursday, June 04, 01:11:38pm

Subject: Crystal Question:
Author: Darling Dancing Daughter's Mom [Edit]	Date Posted: Wednesday, June 03, 10:54:53pm Feis is coming up this weekend and I told my DDD I'd rhinestone her poodle socks. I'm using a cement that I've used successfully before (G-S Hypo cement) but never on fabric. It's not working too well on the socks, so I'm thinking of going with either Gem-Tac or E6000. Any suggestions, feedback, tips, hints? [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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OP here again. Gem-Tac seems a lot like Elmer's and I'm worried about it not being too permanent and how it will hold up in the wash. (NT) -- OP, Wednesday, June 03, 11:45:36pm I've done this with E6000 and have had no problems (NT) -- works for me, Thursday, June 04, 12:12:16am Definitely E6000 - works great, but use ventilation (NT) -- it's stinky, Thursday, June 04, 06:52:01am Is there some trick to using E6000? I tried it once several years ago (on satin) and many of my gems fell off. Never wanted to try it again. (NT) -- mp, Thursday, June 04, 10:12:04am Its very thick, you need to make sure you have enough on (it should just squeeze out around the edges) and push down firmly to completely adhere (NT) -- love it, Thursday, June 04, 12:54:22pm For larger gems, I squeeze some glue onto a little piece of aluminum foil, then "paint" a little glob onto the back of the gem with a flat toothpick, then push and hold to make sure it's set (NT) -- haven't lost a gem yet (of 100's), Thursday, June 04, 04:35:14pm That's very unusual. Doesn't take a lot to hold a crystal on forever. (NT) -- E6000 lover, Monday, June 08, 06:14:31pm I've only used the heat-set Swarovskis on socks. They stay great, even through the wash. (NT) -- No name, Thursday, June 04, 11:06:23am I made diamantee socks using gem tac only a month ago. I always soak my socks overnight after they have been worn. I'm not sure how to describe it but It was interesting to see what had happened after the socks were soaked. The glue seemed to go back to its original state when I first stuck the diamantees on. But the glue hardened again and I didn't lose any diamantees. After soaking I wash the socks in a laundry bag . (NT) -- Colleen of Canberra ... just waking up!, Thursday, June 04, 03:14:31pm I used the heat set with the candy cane style wand. It was very quick and easy. (NT) -- another sparkling mom, Friday, June 05, 11:28:27am Used E 6000 on 2 pairs for Worlds, have washed in machine on hot since they have been fine (NT) -- mom, Friday, June 05, 11:20:55pm

Subject: i need a design digitize, can someone help with this?
Author: need digitizer [Edit]	Date Posted: Wednesday, June 03, 09:34:30pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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You might try Ann D at the taoknitter site. I just bought my first design from her for a dress and she was awesome. Need to contact her about another! (NT) -- Terri E CO, Wednesday, June 03, 10:49:10pm Thank you, Terrie! Very nice of you! Have to say that working with dressmakers and dressmaking moms is grand! -- AnnD, Wednesday, June 03, 11:22:30pm Hi I have been trying to get a hold of you .. Not sure if you received my emails, could you please email me for design (NT) -- Laura E., Thursday, June 04, 01:25:55pm Hey Laura, I sent you an email from my other email addy. I am sorry for the trouble. Life has been nuts, but I do think something is up with my emails, so if anyone else has not had a response, please click my name for a different email. (NT) -- AnnD/Taoknitter, Thursday, June 04, 06:05:03pm thank you I just emailed you ..i new something was not right you always are the greatest.. (NT) -- Laura E., Thursday, June 04, 09:33:14pm

Subject: Elevation design dress for sale
Author: ElevationDress Seller [Edit]	Date Posted: Wednesday, June 03, 11:34:43am Stunning Red velvet Elevation dress for sale: price negotiable. Perfect dress for the upcoming NANS. Visit this link: http://www.dance.net/topic/8262309/1/Dresses-Costumes/Stunning-Red-Velvet-ELEVATION.html&replies=0 For more pictures, questions, or comments please contact me at Johnstmb@jmu.edu Thanks! [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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I thought this board is for dressmakers, this is the second time someone is elling a dress on this board...???!! (NT) -- DM, Wednesday, June 03, 12:56:09pm Eh, people have been doing it for as long as I can remember. It's silly, but harmless. (NT) -- =), Wednesday, June 03, 03:48:50pm Please, please can we keep this board free of the dress advertisements, it clutters up the board like the political signs at election time (NT) -- yard trash=message board trash, Thursday, June 04, 06:55:00am Hey, I don't mind them at all. Consider it market research coming to you. AND it isn't often, a few times a month. (NT) -- Midwest DM, Thursday, June 04, 05:47:54pm ditto! (NT) -- =), Thursday, June 04, 06:05:40pm I personally really dislike seeing these ads here, as it simply indicates to me mindless posting of the ad, without any thought of who their market is likely to be. However, neither are such sellers likely to read any objections posted here, before sending off their for sale ads to all the boards! (NT) -- So scroll on by, they will soon disappear into the archives, Friday, June 05, 01:08:49am That's why I recently referred to this as spamming. They are mindlessly posting on any Irish dance board, not just the ones appropriate for their messages. (NT) -- mp, Friday, June 05, 08:58:02am I don't mind them either. (NT) -- ., Friday, June 05, 09:45:32am I'm in the market for a dress and I check this board frequently for OTR's and other info that is helpful...so, the poster is in fact hitting some of her target audience! (NT) -- just an FYI, Friday, June 05, 05:28:28pm But I don't suppose this is the first place you'd look for an OTR? I make lots of OTRs, and never post them here (NT) -- There are much better places to sell a dress!, Friday, June 05, 06:24:31pm I find this site is very helpful in selling dresses (NT) -- OH DM, Wednesday, June 10, 08:44:09am

Subject: Looking for opinions about the patterns that are available for dresses. Have found FeisDress and Irish Threads websites. Are there other commercial patterns that I could use and modify or will it be too much work. I have sewn many other things for my children and for others but not an irish dance dress.
Author: O.M. [Edit]	Date Posted: Wednesday, June 03, 05:03:41am [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Probably should add that I have been asked to make some team dresses and have 8 to do before September. (NT) -- OP, Wednesday, June 03, 05:05:42am Unless IT has altered their pattern, it is of the "older" proportions. Even FD, while easy to sew and follow directions, must be modified a little. Let us know what you find- but expect to modify any pattern that you choose. (NT) -- DM, Wednesday, June 03, 06:47:18am Do any dressmakers offer a custom pattern service? What could I expect to pay for an up-to-date- pattern? (NT) -- O.M., Wednesday, June 03, 07:13:36am Feisdress used to offer this service. check out their website www.feisdress.com (NT) -- a dm, Wednesday, June 03, 07:14:48am http://customdancewear.com/idsg_patterns.html (NT) -- some dm's use this company, Wednesday, June 03, 08:36:49am

Subject: Fluorescent Yellow Velvet
Author: idkmom [Edit]	Date Posted: Tuesday, June 02, 02:50:25pm Does anyone know where I can get fluorescent yellow velvet? Thanks [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Spandex World has it: http://www.spandexhouse.com/products.asp?id=50&pname=Stretch%20Velvet (NT) -- couldn't find in non-stretch, Tuesday, June 02, 04:12:33pm Sorry - that is Spandex House (not World) (NT) -- again, Tuesday, June 02, 04:13:21pm action fabrics in westmont, il. may have it. They have alot of velvets. (NT) -- c, Wednesday, June 03, 01:20:40pm Whitelodge have some got some samples last week and fluoro yellow and green amongst them (NT) -- Ina, Thursday, June 04, 05:17:00pm

Subject: Trying to be economical....
Author: nj mom [Edit]	Date Posted: Monday, June 01, 01:34:48pm I need to start thinking about a new solo dress for my 9 year old. I really like the soft skirts and was thinking...has anyone used the bodice from an older 3 panel and put a soft skirt on? Thoughts please? [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Wow -- clever idea! Good way to recycle 3-panel dresses. I'm waiting on the answer too! (NT) -- : ), Monday, June 01, 03:24:55pm My guess is that an older 3 panel dress is possibly quite short in the waist and would not give the same look as the modern soft skirt dresses that have quite a dropped waist. If bodice on older dress was long enough ( at least to belly button or slightly lower) it could work. (NT) -- -, Monday, June 01, 05:23:25pm Or maybe add a complimenting border to lenghten (NT) -- the top---can work in some cases, Monday, June 01, 08:13:49pm We have a 2 piece 3 panel that we substituted with a pull on soft skirt (NT) -- Debra, Tuesday, June 02, 08:24:38pm What a fantastic idea! (NT) -- Kirsten, Thursday, June 04, 03:25:10am Have seen her dress and it looks AWESOME!!! (NT) -- Great idea that worked well (=)), Thursday, June 04, 08:30:53pm

Subject: Hello ladies. My school, mainly teenage open dancers are in need of new class dresses for figure. We have chosen 2 styles we all like, both are big name designers. Can someone give a realistic cost for a similar dress in velour/velvet, roughly same amount of embroidery and the very dropped waisted look, We cannot afford BN, but want to achieve the look. We currently have 10 dancers needing dresses. Please see attached pics.
Author: Rebecca C [Edit]	Date Posted: Monday, June 01, 06:13:38am http://www.feispix.com/files/gallery2/main.php?g2_itemId=14024 http://www.feispix.com/files/gallery2/main.php?g2_itemId=13944 [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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I'd ask Elevations or Gavin Directly. I know dancers from schools who have recently switched to Gavin and Jackie for their class dresses. Both were surprised that the costs were "less" than what they were expecting. The only way to get a direct answer is to go right to the source. (NT) -- Good Luck!, Monday, June 01, 06:17:54am It would depend. If DM is supplying all the fabrics, etc - I would guess about $800.00 each. Are you supplying the design or will the DM have to come up with an original design? This could add a little bit to the cost. (NT) -- Mary, Monday, June 01, 11:21:14am The order form from ED says that they only do school dresses from 20 dresses minimum. Does anyone know if they make exceptions? (NT) -- --, Monday, June 01, 01:16:10pm Hi Rebecca, I know of a school which may be selling their up to date figure dresses - if you leave you're email, I'll ask the teacher to contact you (NT) -- thanks, Monday, June 01, 01:39:08pm Both of them have as much embroidery as a solo dress, and I personally wouldn't charge less than 900.00 including fabric, for generic sizes (NT) -- custom fit would be extra, Monday, June 01, 02:12:21pm Hi, I also know of a school selling up to date team dresses. Contact me if you want more info. (NT) -- Mum, Wednesday, June 03, 01:18:37am I know dancers from one of the schools you pictured. (NT) -- The dresses start at $750, Monday, June 08, 03:20:44pm

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