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Subject: I made a headband for my new solo dress. I love the fabric, but one problem...the sequins come off easily and im afraid they are going to get caught in my wig. I figured I might need to put something over it, like a clear coat of something. Would nail polish, or hairspray, or something like rubber cement work? What should I use?
Author: Hmm [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Monday, January 09, 09:15:38pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Perhaps try laying a very fine matching netting over the fabric? I do this on the back of sequined bodices, and you can't usually see it at all from a distance. (NT) -- --, Monday, January 09, 10:28:20pm Would there be a specific store that carried netting? I looked at my local fabric store and couldnt find any in the color I needed (dark teal) (NT) -- OP, Thursday, January 12, 09:21:04am we found lots of different colors at JoAnns (NT) -- hop_123, Thursday, January 12, 06:25:27pm Joann's is a good source if you have one, a dark blue or green (depending on the shade of teal) would probably work just as well. The colors are quite sheer in a single layer of tulle. (NT) -- --, Sunday, January 15, 05:36:58pm Try a mixture of 2/3 glossy mod podge to 1/3 water. Coat the sequins with the mixture and let dry, Have used this method several times to protect sequins and other glittery/shiny fabrics that fray easily. Use it for headbands and applique pieces. (NT) -- :), Tuesday, January 10, 07:43:27am Warning, I had an issue a couple years ago with a craft project I coated with Modge Podge. I left it too close to a heating vent and the Mod Pode melted off. Made a sticky mess. (NT) -- mp, Wednesday, January 11, 09:41:38am

Subject: colour
Author: Bernadette [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Monday, January 09, 03:57:26pm Hi all,need advice on what colours look good with deep wine velvet,dancer is fair haired.Thanks,and HAPPY NEW YEAR to all. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Baby Blue or Mint Green (NT) -- Nice Choice, Monday, January 09, 04:10:30pm Yellow, daughter had a dress many years ago that was deep red (maroon) and yellow (NT) -- mm, Monday, January 09, 09:16:11pm Gold, silver, pink (light or hot pink), or blue (turquoise or baby blue) if its a cool red, gold, blue, orange, or yellow if its a warm red. White works with either. (NT) -- --, Monday, January 09, 10:30:06pm White! It may sound unimaginative but will look elegant. (NT) -- :), Tuesday, January 10, 11:27:05am White and a champagne gold (NT) -- ,!!, Tuesday, January 10, 05:41:00pm Thanks everyone very helpfull as always. (NT) -- Bernadette, Thursday, January 12, 08:32:25am kelly green -- Sunshine, Sunday, January 29, 03:43:49am

Subject: Does anyone have a source for a place that sells....
Author: ?? [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Monday, January 09, 11:55:05am velvets and satins that match in color? I can't match thru photos online, monitors don't portray the actual colors, so if anyone knows of where to order let me know please. Thanks! [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Silkbaron.com ...not sure they have satin, but their silks are better than satin for me. Nice service. (NT) -- , Friday, January 13, 06:46:29pm*

Subject: fellow DM's any idea how this skirt is made? I've been asked if I could do it.
Author: DM [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Saturday, January 07, 06:06:12pm http://www.dance.net/topic/9809448/1/Dresses-Costumes/New-Style-KDSF-Dress-For-Sale-Folded-Ribbon-Skirt-and-Asymmetrical-design-Genuine-Swarovski-Stones.html&replies=4 The folded ribbon bit has got me. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Ive seen these dresses up close. They are either folded satin ribbon or serged strips of fabric. More popular last year. (NT) -- sewn on a "base" fabric, Saturday, January 07, 06:48:05pm it appears to be fabric or ribbon that is box-pleated and horizontal layers are staggered or offset (NT) -- then attached to stiff base, Sunday, January 08, 06:02:54am There is no box pleat. They're simply strips with finished edges lined up and offset. (NT) -- x, Sunday, January 08, 08:53:12am Thanks so much! I've never seen one of these dresses up close. (NT) -- op, Sunday, January 08, 02:00:04pm

Subject: Looking for a school/team dress maker for school in NJ....any suggestions???
Author: EAmom [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Monday, September 19, 06:42:33pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Can you leave your contact info? (NT) -- Might be able to help, Tuesday, September 20, 11:19:17pm Prime Dress Designs -- Pamela Bastek, Saturday, January 07, 09:56:59am

Subject: Update on the dress that had the Visa charged back. Hurray, all funds were returned to me after submitting my evidence to the credit card company.
Author: x [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Thursday, January 05, 05:09:31pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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That is very good news! (NT) -- ., Thursday, January 05, 06:22:32pm Great news! So glad you got this sorted out, even if I'm sure you could've done without all the stress. (NT) -- ^_^, Friday, January 06, 05:00:17am hope none of us get her for a client! But I'm glad it worked out for you! (NT) -- *, Friday, January 06, 03:46:35pm* That is great news. I love when things work out. (NT) -- ., Friday, January 06, 07:37:21pm YAY!!! Congratulations! I really hope this sends a message to those who feel that small dm's can be taken advantage of. (NT) -- So happy for you!, Tuesday, January 10, 05:49:18pm

Subject: Can anyone tell me the easiest way to add a securing stitch line around my hoop to secure fabric? I have the Artista software and haven't used it in a while and am over-thinking this one. Thanks.
Author: Tricia [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Wednesday, January 04, 10:02:25pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Write to AnnD at Taoknitter Arts. The basting box is always a part of the split files she sends me, so she obviously knows how to do it. (NT) -- sdm, Thursday, January 05, 01:12:55am Can you just digitise a box of the right size, in a line of single stitches, around your design? (NT) -- Very easy to do, just sew this first., Thursday, January 05, 05:20:35am Thats what I do, just use a running stitch and make sure its the first part to stitch out. (NT) -- --, Thursday, January 05, 07:15:22am Thanks. That's what I'm going to do. (NT) -- ., Thursday, January 05, 02:05:28pm in the "object properties" change the stitch length to 5 to 9 (I use 5 on hardier fabrics/ 9 on velvet) and use the color film to maove the box to stitch second. I have the position lines stitch first and do that solely on the stabilizer. (NT) -- a dm, Wednesday, January 11, 12:54:48pm * move (NT) -- dm, Wednesday, January 11, 12:55:22pm

Subject: Babylock BMP9 Professional Plus embroidery machine plus accessories for sale
Author: Pennie in Michigan [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Wednesday, January 04, 09:32:10pm Downsizing a bit and would like to sell my embroidery machine set up. Please email me if you think you might be interested. Thanks! [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Just sent you an email (NT) -- LynnToledo, Thursday, January 05, 09:37:44am Have you sold it yet? -- Elizabeth, Tuesday, January 10, 04:08:59pm

Subject: SO SORRY to be asking this again. I've searched the archives and FAQ's page and can't seem to find what I'm looking for. A post below touched on the "fishing line" method for creating soft ruffles. I know I've seen it broken down on here before but can anyone help me find the info I need to do this on my serger? I'm a bit scared to try it without someone's experienced input...:-) Feeling a bit like I'm the only one out there who hasn't tried it yet....:-/
Author: sorry to be a pain [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Wednesday, January 04, 04:10:07pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Cut your fabric on the bias, use 3 or 4 thread on the serger (remove a needle if 3 thread) and I use 15 lb fishing line. (NT) -- good luck!, Wednesday, January 04, 09:28:04pm Thank you, assuming I'm to use a rolled hem? (NT) -- many thanks, Thursday, January 05, 09:03:19am I don't cut fabric on the bias, I use 4 needles and a wide rolled hem, and 20lb fishing line (NT) -- ., Thursday, January 05, 04:05:18pm Clearly we all have our preferences. Try them out and see what you like best. (NT) -- Good luck!, Thursday, January 05, 09:15:22pm That was my next question! Is it necessary to cut on the bias? I think I'll try it without till I get the hang of it then give it a go on the bias cut. I'm going to be wasting a lot of fabric in the trial and error, so I'll try to salvage some by doing straight cuts first. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOLKS! (NT) -- here we go!!, Friday, January 06, 12:33:27pm The curl comes from how much line you can get pushed into the rolled hem. If your fabric is not a very loosely woven, you will need the stretch provided by the bias cut. I think bias cut gives a more secure stitch grab (see below). (NT) -- LynnOH, Saturday, January 07, 10:13:14am So I've got a cording foot and that takes the fishing line right through no problems. Should I be trying to stuff more in there? Is that even possible? help.... (NT) -- stbap, Wednesday, January 25, 12:44:17pm However you decide to sew the ruffles, just make sure the rolled hem stitching is secure, and cannot be pulled off the fabric. I've seen too many dresses in need of repair from shoes catching and pulling off the stitching. That's why I use as wide a hem as possible, and 4 threads (NT) -- ., Friday, January 06, 01:34:24pm Really good point. I've seen this happen at a feis where the hem was hanging and sure enough the dancer got her foot caught and ripped the whole back ruffle off. (NT) -- ..., Saturday, January 07, 09:58:55am Beginner inquiry. Which "knob" do I use to make the widest rolled hem? (NT) -- :-/, Thursday, January 19, 08:41:49am Beginner inquiry. Which "knob" do I use to make the widest rolled hem? (NT) -- --, Thursday, January 19, 11:41:36pm

Subject: Happy New Year everyone! Anyone have a source for red plisse?
Author: Thanks [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Tuesday, January 03, 01:58:33pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Hi What type of plisse are you looking for, I have recently bought some very fine red pleat, nice to work with. (NT) -- cm, Wednesday, January 04, 05:41:22am That sounds great! Tightly pleated and red--thumbs up! (NT) -- Available online?, Wednesday, January 04, 12:51:37pm just saw this while looking for other fabric -- I haven't seen it in person, but have ordered other fabrics from this ebay seller and have been happy -- AT, Wednesday, January 04, 01:41:41pm I am in the UK and and 2/3 metres. Please leave your email and I will mail you pics if you are interested. Mine is tight pleats, almost like ribbing, with a sheen. It is a true red. (NT) -- cm, Thursday, January 05, 03:35:29am Thanks so much, AT and cm! (more) -- dm, Thursday, January 05, 10:03:46am

Subject: Looking for some Riverdance type performance dresses for a troupe of dancers in the SR. If anyone knows of any dance dress sites or if any of you dressmakers have anything on a webpage that you could direct us to, it would be appreciated. Looking for lightweight, easy to care for inexpensive dresses($100 or under). Thanks
Author: Me [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Monday, January 02, 12:25:59pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Maybe you could check out the costume companies listed in the stickied posts here? http://www.dance.net/teacherscostumes.html (NT) -- $0.02, Tuesday, January 03, 04:01:13am I've made them and I'm in the SR. email if interested. (NT) -- Email, Tuesday, January 03, 09:48:18am We might have some used costumes to sell you. Can you send me an email please and I can send some pics. (NT) -- Colleen (colrus@optusnet.com.au), Tuesday, January 03, 06:49:31pm look at page 96 and 97 of this catalogue (NT) -- ., Wednesday, January 04, 04:17:37pm sorry! forgot the link. Here it is: http://www.pageturnpro.com/Progress-Printing/29949-2012-Catalog/index.html#96 (NT) -- ., Wednesday, January 04, 04:28:14pm Thanks everyone for your help. I think we found what we were looking for. (NT) -- OP, Sunday, January 08, 09:37:26am

Subject: Hi.Can anyone recommend a flo/neon brightest pinky coral/watermelon embroidery thread. Have ordered 2 shades from Marathon, but were both too orange.
Author: Happy New Year! [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Friday, December 30, 02:45:47pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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I wish I had one! Madeira has a pretty neon coral (poly-neon #1907), and coats & Clarke (of all companies!) makes a light neon pink, but I've yet to find true highlighter/neon pink to match that pink crystal satin... (NT) -- I've tried Madeira, Guetermann, Coats & Clarke, Sulky & Gunold, Friday, December 30, 05:28:30pm Sorry, just read your post properly and realized that you are looking for neon coral/watermelon, in which case I do recommend the Madeira #1907 - its beautiful! (NT) -- oops, Friday, December 30, 05:36:36pm Thank you, I have now ordered it. I love this forum! (NT) -- Happy New Year!, Saturday, December 31, 06:35:29am Try FuFu (also known as Floriani in the US) PF8. Brilliant neon pink polyester thread with good sheen (NT) -- Excellent colour, I use it all the time, Saturday, December 31, 07:42:31pm Floriani thread is great! Wonderful colors, great sheen. Too bad my local guy just closed up shop.. (NT) -- ., Saturday, December 31, 10:03:16pm Thanks for the reccomendation! None of the local stores carry Floriani, but I'll order some. (NT) -- --, Sunday, January 01, 05:09:16pm Next question... What colour stones do you recommend to match the watermelon/coral embroidery, dancer wants the embroidery stoned, thanking you. (NT) -- op, Tuesday, January 03, 09:02:27am Not sure, but I would check Indian Pink, Indian Pink with champange coating, Padparadscha, Padparadscha with Champange coating, and Rose AB. (NT) -- good luck!, Tuesday, January 03, 10:30:14am

Subject: Skirt question! So, I love the new Gavin skirts that are soft and about 3 layers deep or so. You can see quite a few on the Eire Facebook page. Now, my question is, does anyone know if these are done with fishing line like the original cupcake skirts or do they appear to be gathered at the waist with a high tension finish at the hem? If anyone has any input, I'd love to hear :-) I love the look of them, very whimsical!
Author: thanks in advance. [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Tuesday, December 27, 02:49:16pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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web link? (NT) -- can't find, Friday, December 30, 05:23:23pm Arrrgghh....trying to find a weblink, but most sites need a user ID. I'll keep trying. In the meantime, if anyone has facebook, you can see one on the main wall of Eire Designs Page. It's an off the rack dress, white with deep pinky coral embroidery. Skirt is all white, soft and flowy. I'll keep looking for a link though . (NT) -- still trying, Saturday, December 31, 09:39:49am I see it, looks like layers of organza? (NT) -- cant tell, Saturday, December 31, 02:06:19pm Ya, that's the one. It looks like either organza or chiffon maybe? It's lovely and soft looking, just curios if anyone has had a poke up close of one yet :) (NT) -- .., Saturday, December 31, 02:22:57pm Not organza. It is much softer (NT) -- ., Sunday, January 01, 09:58:45pm It looks like chiffon on some, a heavier weight fabric....georgette? on others. (NT) -- --, Monday, January 02, 01:04:08pm This one? http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10150463707641506&set=a.10150462055921506.392974.46957326505&type=1&theater (NT) -- x, Saturday, December 31, 07:00:54pm YES, that's it!! Thanks for sorting a link for me! Any ideas on the finishing for the hem?? (NT) -- .., Saturday, December 31, 07:20:01pm Made with fish line. Don't know what the fabric is called, but it is not organza (NT) -- have seen one up close., Sunday, January 01, 10:02:53pm Thank you :o) (NT) -- ..., Monday, January 02, 10:32:38am

Subject: Can someone please tell where I can purchase track suits in the Southern California area. Hopefully Orange County area.
Author: Rosemarie [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Wednesday, December 21, 03:42:04pm I am wanting to find a company that I can purchase nylon track suits wholesale. Hopefully someone know where. Thank you and Merry Christmas. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

Subject: I just got a new Brother Quattro 2 embroidery machine, Anyone had experience with this machine? I want to know if I can continue to use Schmetz gold embroidery needles with it, I do lots of metallic embroidery. With my previous Brother machine this needle worked well. Thread I use is Kingstar metallic thread. The retailer I bought the new machine from is not in my state, bought there beacause the deal was much better than my local dealer offered No info in the manual. advice appreciated

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Subject: Irish Dance Supplies! Out of business Cheap!!
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Far too busy making dresses (NT) -- !, Monday, December 19, 03:06:09pm

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Subject: If I were to applique over sequins would I need a special needle? I know I would use solvey on top.
Author: Miss [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Saturday, December 17, 07:51:10am [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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A jeans or denim needle. It is stronger and thicker which punches a bigger hole so you are not shredding thread as much. Might have to change the needle after awhile. (NT) -- , Saturday, December 17, 03:35:05pm* It depends on the sequins also. Some are easy to sew through, some are not. I don't usually change needles, just use a Schmetz #90 needle all the timet (NT) -- ., Saturday, December 17, 05:29:38pm I use these too and don't change them out either. Just go slower. (NT) -- good luck, Saturday, December 17, 05:46:45pm I actually prefer to use a small needle (70/10) for embroidery unless the sequins are cupped. I don't seem to break as many needles, and I definitely split less sequins. (NT) -- --, Saturday, December 17, 06:35:33pm Wow you must sew slower than I do! I used to break 70 and 80 needles all the time on sequins, practically never do now I'm using 90s (NT) -- But I do sew pretty fast!, Saturday, December 17, 09:08:55pm When I said slower, I guess it does make a difference. I think my worst case every of needles breaking, per dress, was 7 or 8 for sequin. Less frustrating for me to go slower and break something less than 70 or 80. You must absolutely blaze through a dress! :) (NT) -- good luck, Sunday, December 18, 02:57:09pm holy cow! You must sew like the wind! I do slow way down when I'm sewing sequins, especially when embroidering. I pick the sequins off the seamlines so I don't have very many problems there, and I switch to my usual 80/10 needles. Serging is what gives me the most trouble, I hate serging sequined fabric. (NT) -- --, Monday, December 19, 09:57:17am Sorry, ment to post this to the reply above with 70-80 needles breaking. (NT) -- oops!, Monday, December 19, 09:58:25am

Subject: Do you know who made this dress?
Author: Amanda Atkinson [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Friday, December 16, 07:03:05am Hello all!!!! I bought my daughter a dress in 2009 for Oireachtas and we LOVE the dress so much, we want another just like it! However, after time has gone by, I've lost the info on who made it. I want to say she lives in California. I tried asking at dance-again where I bought it from, they remember it, but not who made it. Maybe one of you will know, it's the purple dress with the snakes on it... http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v462/aealoveshergirls/15433_1277506743913_1417321375_30786252_2256735_n.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v462/aealoveshergirls/OctNov2009oireachtas289.jpg http://www.atkinsonirishproducts.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/home.jpg If any of you even think you may know, it will be more than I can find and I would appreciate any info!!! Thank you!! [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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I made a lucky guess...it is KDSF, link to her flickr account and picture inside -- ~Kris, Friday, December 16, 07:11:36am OMG! Thank you!! -- Amanda, Friday, December 16, 07:36:19am I knew KDSF was California, so I just found her flickr, looked at the older pics of dresses, and voila! Glad to help! (NT) -- ~Kris, Friday, December 16, 07:43:34am

Subject: Ann D if you are reading the boards, do you have queue for the work you are currently doing? Just want to make sure you have gotten my next request for your work. Thanks and I know you must be swamped!
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Subject: I would like to know as well. Jennifer.Gerich@yahoo.com
Author: JG [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Thursday, December 15, 11:55:12am I would like to know as well. Jennifer.Gerich@yahoo.com [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

Subject: Does anyone have a US online source for fluorescent yellow crystal satin? Know white lodge has it but dont want to pay to ship 200+ yards overseas.....
Author: SDC [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Wednesday, December 14, 04:16:39pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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try this link....pretty bright yellow. -- ., Wednesday, December 14, 07:52:41pm that one is bright, but not the flo yellow that Whitelodge carries. I have not found any other source besides them for the flo yellow ---- good luck! (NT) -- AT, Thursday, December 15, 08:29:29am That's what I was afraid of! I won't waste too much time hunting it down then, Thanks! (NT) -- SDC, Thursday, December 15, 01:39:41pm I'd try a call to Theatre House 800-827-2414. The website doesn't list it but that doesn't mean they dont have it/or can't get it if you need that much. They are located in Northern Kentucky. (NT) -- LynnOH, Thursday, December 15, 11:29:23am Will give them a try......have sampled several non-fluorescent yellow but they are too soft for what the client wants, THanks everyone! (NT) -- SDC, Thursday, December 15, 01:41:24pm I purchased several yards of sparkle satin from this seller and was thrilled. Very nice, great service. She has lots of colors. -- address inside, Thursday, December 15, 12:10:37pm hers isn't the flo yellow either! I recently did "the search" !! I do recommend ordering from her, though, if she has what you are looking for -- good service (NT) -- AT, Thursday, December 15, 06:03:22pm I have heard, although I don't know if it is true, that there is something in the dye for neon satins that can't be done in the US. Some chemical that is used is prohibted or something. That is why we have trouble finding those colors in the US but they can be found in other countries. (NT) -- ., Friday, December 16, 09:53:18pm

Subject: Have any of you ever rented out your machine for use by others?
Author: Trish [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Monday, December 12, 08:50:34am As I prepare to switch to the Tajima with the X-panto, a guy that works for my husband mentioned that his wife has rented time on an embroidery machine of a lady she knows. The lady charges $60/hour to use the machine. They bring all their own thread, stabilizer etc. That seems like it would add up really quickly given how long it takes me to embroidery stuff. LOL But it could be a good way to recoup some of the money in these things on down times. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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No, in all honesty I'd never trust anyone else to use my machine, just couldn't afford to have it out of action if something went wrong. I do embroidery for other dressmakers all the time though, myself (NT) -- ., Monday, December 12, 01:24:54pm Nope! All you need to do is have someone forget to "trace" and end up with a damaged machine. Also, are they going to atke up your time with questions? And are you going to babysit the machine? (NT) -- never!, Thursday, December 15, 10:48:11pm

Subject: Does anyone have a professional/industrial embroidery machine for sale? One of my non-irish dancing friend is looking for one.
Author: Lori [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Monday, December 12, 12:05:15am [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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I may have a one year old BabyLock BMP Embroidery Professional Plus available for sale. Email me for details. (NT) -- dm, Tuesday, December 13, 01:10:35pm

Subject: Knife-pleat skirt question?
Author: LynnToledo [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Thursday, December 08, 08:36:54am I have been asked to make a dress with the stiffened knife-pleat skirt. How deep is the return under the pleat? I have only seen one of these dresses from afar. Does anyone have close-up pictures? The dancer is curvy, so I am planning on using the inverted pleat back skirt from the Feis Dress pattern-- saw a recent Jess Knight dress done this way. Thanks! [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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We did a faux knife pleat. Finished individual panels with satin stitch, and overlapped them. Stitched them down on our skirt base and it worked well. Did the inverted backs as well. This reduced bulk in the waist and was very flattering to our fuller figured dancer. Best of luck and happy holidays. (NT) -- Terri E CO, Thursday, December 08, 10:35:24pm I personally think these are much nicer with knife pleats in the back also, more work though. (NT) -- rw, Wednesday, December 14, 09:34:46am Does any DM still use inverted back pleats now? Might it look outdated straight away? Knife pleats all round do look good (NT) -- ., Wednesday, December 14, 02:20:47pm

Subject: Another Toyota 9100 question. I've asked this before but haven't resolved the issue. I bought extra needles from Pantograms, but they shred the thread instantly. I complained to them that the new needles are gold rather than silver and longer than the originals. They insist they are the correct ones. I'm down to only 9 of the original needles! Help! Does anyone have replacement needles that work? I have a picture of the replacement needle case if anyone wants to compare the numbers.
Author: Sonia [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Wednesday, December 07, 10:14:29am [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Can you do a google search for the brand & size? Alternatively, try allstitch.net. (NT) -- --, Wednesday, December 07, 10:30:30am I buy replacement needles from Allstitch as well. Very good prices, and don't worry about them being gold. I've get organ brand...work great. (NT) -- hpyswr, Wednesday, December 07, 12:36:22pm You get the Organ brand for the Toyota? Do you know the product number? (NT) -- OP, Thursday, December 08, 09:55:16am My dealer recommended titanium needles, and I've only ever broken one when I stupidly hit a pin. They are lovely needles, worth the slightly higher price, stay sharp etc. (NT) -- ., Thursday, December 08, 03:03:36pm do you have a brand and item number? that would be very helpful! (NT) -- OP, Thursday, December 08, 05:51:21pm

Subject: Dean Crouch Music

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Date Posted: Monday, December 05, 04:13:09am

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Subject: Saw lots of skirts made of what looks like little petals sewn together - maybe in strips? Has anyone seen this for sale?
Author: MJ [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Sunday, December 04, 05:10:37pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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This was discussed a handful of threads down.....Some of us have seen it in the past but no one has recently found a source. If you come across any please do share! (NT) -- sdm, Monday, December 05, 06:54:08am saw similar fabrics at a few stores in NYC back in August -- see links inside, Monday, December 05, 06:43:34pm

Subject: Whats the best place/inexpensive to buy cystals? Im in the USA, looking for clear and black crystals at a low price
Author: hm.. [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Sunday, December 04, 03:14:27pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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I have been really happy with Rhinestonebiz.com -- both price and service. I have been ordering from them consistently for the past year (NT) -- AT, Sunday, December 04, 06:56:42pm I can only recommend Dreamtime Creations, since they are the only US-based rhinestone firm I've dealt with so far, but they are great! (NT) -- European DM, Friday, December 09, 12:13:17pm Swarovski -- Sunshine, Sunday, January 29, 03:55:45am

Subject: Looking for a way to embroider dd's dresses. Is there a home machine/software that ip could digitize and stitch out with? Are there folks out there that do custom not stock designs? What would be more cost effective?
Author: Thanks for the advice! [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Saturday, December 03, 08:36:39am [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Having someone digitize your design and embroider is initially much cheaper than buying a good machine and digitizing software. I always send mine to AnnD at Taoknitter Arts. She used to do the stitch outs for me too until I got a machine. I still have her do all my digitizing if I am not using her designs. I think someone else is doing the majority of her stitch outs now. Write to her and discuss it with her. (NT) -- smdm, Saturday, December 03, 09:15:38pm I completely agree with this. Bear in mind, Ann is very very busy and things can get a little backed up. However, as long as you give yourself plenty of time to work on the dress it shouldn't be a problem. Ann & Colleen do AMAZING work together and you'll be in wonderful, professional hands. (NT) -- good luck!, Saturday, December 03, 10:56:25pm I've just recently been toying with the idea of the Toyota Machine's. The idea of a large frame for nearly an entire dress just makes me happy! Can anyone tell me how it works with appliques? Do you digitize those into your machine and it does all the cutting and what not or do you start and stop as you would a smaller home machine? Any help appreciated. (NT) -- curious, Monday, December 05, 09:54:44am Woops sorry, this was meant for the post below... (NT) -- curious, Monday, December 05, 09:55:51am

Subject: Dress pattern
Author: Mrs. Seam [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Tuesday, November 29, 11:43:13am Is there a costume pattern for the newer costumes that is for sale? I have used regular patterns and reconfigured them. Would like a real costume pattern. Thanks. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Most people make their own patterns or maybe use (NT) -- www.feisdress.com, Tuesday, November 29, 03:15:34pm Yep, apart from the Irish Threads and FeisDress patterns (which are traditional, natural-0waist paneled skirt patterns (NT) -- it's pretty much every dressmaker for herself, Wednesday, December 07, 08:55:49pm

Subject: Did anyone here other than me, follow the guidelines regarding dress length that came out earlier this year? I have looked through pictures from the ECRO and the MARO and there are some very, very, short dresses. I know people grow, but many that i am referring to are new this year.
Author: does this rule actually exist? [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Sunday, November 27, 11:21:06pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Almost all of my customers this year have been very careful about length, but a few of the higher placing girls wanted SHORT dresses. At the end of the day, they're paying, and if the TC is ok with it, short is what they get. I can make reccomendations and remind of rules, but enforicing them is the job of judges & TC's. (NT) -- .02, Sunday, November 27, 11:28:38pm apologies for the typos! (NT) -- --, Sunday, November 27, 11:32:18pm Here in the WR they still want them short and at least 3 of the big schools will not allow longer. (NT) -- teacher's request, Monday, November 28, 12:57:38am Last dress I made (to proper length) came back as the tc wanted it really short (NT) -- Sigh, Monday, November 28, 11:36:47am And I am sure if the dancer receives a comment in their results that their dress was too short, at the request of the TC or parent or dancer, it will be YOUR fault that it was too short. We can't ever really win. Sigh. (NT) -- SMDN, Monday, November 28, 11:38:08pm Yes, I made a dres for a little girl at the proper length, TC wanted it 3" shorter. (NT) -- me, Saturday, December 10, 10:29:26am

Subject: eBook Pageant Attire Design
Author: PS (Smallman) [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Sunday, November 27, 03:28:44pm Give an early Christmas gift to someone you love (or yourself)...a marketable new skill!!! http://www.etsy.com/listing/52784638/pageant-dress-ebook-learn-to-design [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

Subject: i desperately need to find a template for a shawl for a team dress that I am making - anyone know where I can find one? Dont really care what the shawl looks like, just has to be easy to make.
Author: thanks! [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Wednesday, November 23, 07:03:14pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Draw something vaguely triangular shaped on big craft paper, pin it to the dress, and see how you like it. Keep folding or cutting paper until you get a shape that looks good on the dress. Add seam allowances and use that as your template. (NT) -- ., Thursday, November 24, 11:33:13am Cut a square of 60x60cm. Fold in half to make a triangle. Stitch, flip, press. Done. (NT) -- Our school capes., Friday, November 25, 01:59:49am We use crepe-back satin. (NT) -- Looks good, drapes well, Friday, November 25, 04:42:56am

Subject: I just bought my first solo dress, and it was made without a cape. I want it to be a soft cape..
Author: hmmm [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Sunday, November 20, 08:53:02pm The dress itself is a white bodice, with navy details with a light blue and green layered skirt, with a navy velvet back. I have extras of all this fabric, would would be some ideas for the cape? [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Ask the dressmaker to make you a matching shawl. (NT) -- Maybe he/she simply forgot to make one?, Monday, November 21, 01:09:10am I have never seen a new custon solo dress come from a dressmaker without a shawl unless the buyer specifically requested fabric only. All my dresses come with shawl, headband, bloomers and fabric doe an extra pair of bloomers!! (NT) -- SDM, Monday, November 21, 08:46:35am It was not a OTR, the dressmaker had started to make it, and had a baby so she wasnt able to finish it, I was able to get a discount b/c there was no shawl.. (NT) -- OP, Monday, November 21, 09:37:57am so if the front bodice is white and the back bodice is navy, how about a white shawl with navy, light blue and green details? (NT) -- sndm, Monday, November 21, 10:53:25am I second that....white w/colored details....if you don't have the stones those colors....you could just make a pattern w/crystals on white fabric? (NT) -- d, Monday, November 21, 03:24:20pm

Subject: looking for a new dress asap, aside from danceagain & dance.net any suggestions ??
Author: height l5' 7" junior size 7-9 [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Sunday, November 20, 08:25:20pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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I am selling one on behalf of a friend. Less than 4 months old - only worn twice. Being sold due to change of school. Liz Davis design. Over $500 of swarovski crystals on dress. Please email for photos and measurements. (NT) -- Karen, Monday, November 21, 05:39:20am just sent you an e-mail (NT) -- I'll check back, Monday, November 21, 06:51:53pm I can make you one - leave your email and maybe budget (NT) -- if you care to?, Monday, November 21, 09:37:29pm Another site is www.feisdresses.com (NT) -- .., Wednesday, November 23, 09:50:00am Have a brand new, soft skirt championship dress -- feismom, Friday, December 09, 07:21:11am Maybe try ebay (NT) -- Mary, Friday, January 06, 05:37:28pm Try donedeal.ie. lots of fab dresses for sale. (NT) -- Mm, Tuesday, January 10, 06:35:51am

Subject: Hello! My dd's dress just arrived and she wants to add a little extra sparkle to the black skirt. She's not a fan of the clear crystals on black fabric (polka dot look) so I went online thinking to order some JET crystals but then wondered if they would have enough sparkle on the black. Does anyone have any experience or advise they could offer me? I also saw the BLACK DIAMOND and HEMATITE colors....
Author: Dress is covered with clear crystals elsewhere so no AB's. Thanks!! [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Thursday, November 17, 01:40:44pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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I've used black diamond and liked the amount of sparkle without the polka dot look. (NT) -- me, Thursday, November 17, 04:01:30pm I always use Black Hemitite on black. But either would be fine. (NT) -- ., Thursday, November 17, 05:04:40pm Just got jet hematite for me dress (black velvet) and it looks fabulous! matches perfectly but still sparkly (NT) -- :), Thursday, November 17, 08:42:43pm I prefer Jet Hematite for black on black but still sparkly. (NT) -- *, Friday, November 18, 07:34:18am* I was wondering the same thing so I ordered the Swarowski colour chart with actual crystals on. Quite expensive but think it will be worth it as should come in handy. I'm going to for the Jet Hematite which are sparklier than jet. It's like jet black with a coating. There is also black diamond and silver night, both of which are clear with black in them. Silver night is the darker of the two. Hope this helps. (NT) -- R, Wednesday, January 11, 07:50:33am

Subject: Ahley Ab swarovski tiara - as worn at worlds - would any one please advise where I can buy one of these headbands/tiaras? I broke mine and I was to wear to a wedding (as a bridesmaid as were the 2 other bmaids) please help! need it soon and I also use it for dancing, it isn't repairable as the frame broke away. Thanks in advance - have tried a number of suppliers
Author: Desperate dancer [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Monday, November 14, 04:44:50pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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That should be "Ashley" - has pear shaped AB and round AB crystals - I've tried 2 suppliers ( irish dance diva and 4irish dancers - they are out tof stock) wedding is in 4 weeks - If I can't get another one we'll have to change headbands (NT) -- OP, Monday, November 14, 09:44:18pm You could try Artbeads.com. -- link inside, Tuesday, November 15, 08:19:23am Try googling Ashley crystal tiara. There were a number of hits, especially on my p. 2. When all else fails, check (NT) -- eBay, Tuesday, November 15, 08:43:21am

Subject: I am totally in awe of the DM that altered this dress, Where would one start...amazing! I don't even like adjusting a waist an inch.
Author: sndm [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Monday, November 14, 04:22:31pm http://www.dance.net/topic/9775875/1/Dresses-Costumes/Siopa-Rince-Dress-For-Sale-Age-16-Great-Stage-Presence.html&replies=0 [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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very creative...even the inserts at the front under arm... (NT) -- , Monday, November 14, 06:23:46pm* It is very good (although the back is not my favorite. But more of a question of why force the dress to be so much bigger? Why not just buy a dress closer to fitting? (NT) -- ., Wednesday, November 16, 10:43:46am Perhaps the dancer really wanted a bubble skirt, and in her size I can imagine they are hard to find 2nd-hand. (NT) -- Just a guess, Friday, November 18, 07:35:32am good luck trying to sell it though- i think she got her moneys worth but will probably get to keep it (NT) -- too many alterations to purchase, Saturday, November 19, 09:45:54pm

Subject: Trying to figure out what size to make a vest where I don't have body measurements but have the original vest
Author: . [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Monday, November 14, 01:46:56pm It seems pretty well made so I am assuming the seams are probably even etc. But generally, how much bigger than the finished garment would you go in figuring out which pattern would work best? [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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If you already have a vest that fits, you will probably spend more time futzing with trying to find a pattern than it would take you to draw your own. Google "How to make patterns from clothing" there will be something out there that works for you. (NT) -- ., Monday, November 14, 05:57:43pm

Subject: I bought cotton velveteen and it had wrinkles in it. I assumed I could just iron them out. You can still tell were they were. I try to lightly rub them out too. Still there.
Author: What else could I try? [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Friday, November 11, 07:33:53pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Hang the fabric up and steam the back if the fabric. While still warm, try to brush the nap with a soft toothbrush. This is why I spend more money on the microvelvet. (NT) -- It doesn't crush., Saturday, November 12, 10:12:59am Thank you I'll try it. (NT) -- OP, Saturday, November 12, 07:00:34pm Unless your dancer puts her sweaty hands on it. My DD's dress (microvelvet) has small marks where the sweat on her hands crushed the pile. Folding the fabric doesn't hurt it at all, but moisture is a killer, it seems. (NT) -- BNDM dress too, Sunday, November 13, 03:48:42am try steaming through a terry towel to prevent crushing the nap. Brush the nap back up with the soft brush only after the velvet is dry or you may get streaks/lines. (NT) -- a dm, Thursday, December 01, 09:33:48am

Subject: Im thinking of of buying a dress with a four layer skirt, According to the DM, it is pleated ruffles, and the lame is pleated and sewn on semi stiff. Has anyone worked with that kind of skirt/fabric? Does it hold up well? etc..
Author: First solo buyer... [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Friday, November 11, 09:45:36am [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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I think we are all afraid to say that lame is typically not a very durable fabric. Of course, you can find it as a high-end, better quality type, but your every day type of lame will shred quickly. Ask lots of questions of DM. (NT) -- my thoughts, Friday, November 11, 05:17:21pm It holds up as well as chiffon/organza with a proper hem, which isn't well, but lasts a couple years with reasonable care. It also comes in different weights/qualities, some better than others. If you would feel comfortable with an organza skirt you're probably fine with lame. (NT) -- .02, Friday, November 11, 06:49:35pm Lame will hold up much better if it is backed with something. By itself, not a good choice. With that said it also depends where the lame is on the dress. If it is one layer of the skirt between other types of fabric it should be OK. Biggest problem would be if it is the bottom layer of the skirt where the hard shoes would hit on a kick to butt. (NT) -- SDM :), Saturday, November 12, 09:27:14am

Subject: does anyone know the name of the material that seems like crinkle but a little stiffer. Have seen it in a lot of skirts lately
Author: me [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Wednesday, November 09, 03:07:25pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Fortuny Crush (NT) -- comes in about 15 colors, Wednesday, November 09, 08:49:38pm do you have a website? (NT) -- *, Thursday, November 10, 07:52:02am* No website. Call Supreme Novelty Fabrics in Chicago for color swatches. (NT) -- Good service!, Thursday, November 10, 11:42:07am Try an upholstry fabric store. They'll have some crinkled fabrics that are the stiffer weight you want. (NT) -- LynnOH, Monday, November 14, 11:04:49am

Subject: Hi Ladies-this is off topic but I thought you might help
Author: lampshade question inside [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Wednesday, November 09, 02:28:37pm My ds broke the glass bowl that covers the light bulb under his ceiling fan. it is an unusual size and I haven't been able to find another. I thought of using some sort of really stiff pellon/wunderunder to make a drum shade that I would just velcro to the rim of the fixture. What would be the stiffest but still able to bend in a circle/drum shape-and is it non flammable? [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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I would not use that material-google "globe ceiling lights" and/or go consult salesperson at Home Depot or Lowes -- another idea, Wednesday, November 09, 04:00:56pm found a website that might be -- of help(inside), Wednesday, November 09, 04:04:09pm Go to your local hardware store or Home Depot - they are pretty cheap to replace. (NT) -- x, Wednesday, November 09, 10:45:24pm

Subject: If anyone needs a cupcake skirt made...
Author: TVC [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Tuesday, November 08, 10:38:37am I can make them for you. If you don't know how to make the organza ruffle skirts, I can make them for you. Skirt base is stiffend, with satin front, print inside, or you can send the fabric. Ruffles can be any color available, and edged in your color choice. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Do you have a price in mind? An E-Mail Address? Any samples to share? (NT) -- Curious, Tuesday, November 08, 05:41:18pm I would be interested too! (NT) -- depending on the price, Wednesday, November 09, 03:46:04pm I'm sorry, I thought I put the email in the link.... -- op, Wednesday, November 09, 06:44:50pm

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