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Celtic Flame Irish Dance Costumer's Message Board

Irish Dance Costumer's Message Board
Welcome to the message board for the designers and makers of Irish Dance Costumes, Irish Dancers of all ages, and others interested in Irish Dance. Please feel free to ask questions and give advice often! Check out the FAQ for these topics: Puffy Headband Instructions 4 & 5 Panel Dress Instructions and Poll Zipper Poll
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Subject: could anybody tell me where i can get some already made applique to stick/sew on dresses?
Author: ? [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Monday, November 07, 10:11:34am [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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If you're looking for something celtic, you'll have to have them done by a dressmaker/embroiderer who specializes in doing them. I would try JoAnn at Garden of Daisies or Ann at TaoKnitter. I wouldn't really recommend going the "bridal applique" look, as it tends to come across as you just tried to save money on your dress. (NT) -- Good Luck, Monday, November 07, 10:57:48am Thanks.. I have had a dress made up and its plain so i looking at just crystalizing the top as iv heard thats what alot of people are oing now no pattern just crystals (NT) -- x, Monday, November 07, 07:12:24pm If you have time to wait, lilypeking.com has iron-on, but shipping time is long. I have some that I was going to sell, but left at our seamstress for a dress she never made and she is also out of town. I hope to have them back on Thursday (NT) -- silver, chains & fluer de, Monday, November 07, 07:36:50pm I dont i only have 2 weeks :( (NT) -- x, Tuesday, November 08, 04:27:44am You'd be cutting it close if waiting on me & my dm (she has had my dd's dress since June 1 for alterations, I'm starting to panic), but check out the crystal designs on these - http://www.faunagilledesigns.com/gallery.htm (NT) -- VERY pretty, Tuesday, November 08, 09:29:37pm Try http://stores.ebay.com/Glorys-Sequin-Beaded-Appliques?_rdc=1 -- feismom, Wednesday, November 09, 05:47:50pm

Subject: Neon (flo) yellow crystal organza fabric for sale 3 yards
Author: NY mom [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Sunday, November 06, 06:21:21am Fabric is 3 yards by 55" Please email if interested. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

Subject: Has anyone ordered online from Tao Knitter Arts? Wondering how long from ordering the designs are sent? In a time crunch and hoping it's soon.
Author: . [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Saturday, November 05, 08:46:38pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Just got mine. I think there are many, many orders this year. Email her again. She always tells me it is good to be a pest! (NT) -- sdm, Sunday, November 06, 09:16:32am

Subject: Does anyone have a website for a thin not see through nylon fabric that does not fray when cut?
Author: Basic store doesn't carry any nylon. :( [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Saturday, November 05, 03:13:21pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

Subject: Another favor??? Best fabric for beginner skirt. Will do light embroidery.
Author: Rosemarie [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Wednesday, November 02, 01:15:18pm If someone would be so kind to e-mail me that way I just ask you questions without sounding so dumb here. Thanks so much for everyones help. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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For a beginner, you can use a gaberdine. It's neat and crisp. You can use a circle skirt pattern. To make it a bit fancier, you can line it with a light weight satin. By the way, this can be a nice board. Small dressmakers work hard to get to where they are with their business. Sometimes they get annoyed when someone comes in claiming that they are an ID dressmaker when they're not. -- Good luck., Wednesday, November 02, 01:45:34pm Thank you so much. Kinda what I had in mind. Can't wait to use my embroidery machine for simple things. Nice to try something new besides sewing bags. (NT) -- I appreciate all your help, Wednesday, November 02, 04:25:14pm Is gaberdine a seasonal fabric? I am wanting kelly green. Is it something that JoAnns has or where do I look. (NT) -- rosemarie kelso, Wednesday, November 02, 06:33:36pm Gaberdine is a basic fabric. I like Pago fabric. I get mine from Supreme Novelty Fabrics in Chicago. Fast service, good swatches, great prices. (NT) -- Call and tell them what you want!, Wednesday, November 02, 07:17:48pm How is Pago different from gaberdine? Is it washable? (NT) -- Good color variety?, Friday, November 04, 07:58:52am Pago is just the company that makes the gaberdine. They seem to offer the most colors in gaberdine. The fabric washes nice and keeps it's crisp look. (NT) -- Just like that brand, Friday, November 04, 10:27:07am Another recommendation would be PolyLin - it's a polyester linen blend. Wears very well, but doesn't pill as much as gaberdine can. Also very cost effective (NT) -- Good Luck, Friday, November 04, 12:01:59pm Does JoAnn carry this fabric or should I purchase it online (NT) -- rosemarie kelso (rosemarie kelso), Friday, November 04, 07:25:33pm Ours does (NT) -- Good Luck, Friday, November 04, 09:35:56pm Thanks for all the info. Will check things out tomorrow. Want to take advantage of the 40% off coupons (NT) -- rosemarie kelso, Friday, November 04, 09:49:33pm

Subject: Interfacing
Author: Trisha [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Tuesday, November 01, 06:49:55am Can someone tell my what type of interfacing I should use in cuffs of velveteen sleeves? Do I sew it into the velvet at both ends? thanks [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

Subject: Does anyone have a yard of this they'd like to unload?
Author: Link inside [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Monday, October 31, 04:04:44pm http://www.spandexdepot.com/stores/spandex-velvet-twilight-velvet-white-gold-twilight-velvet-p-971.html [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

Subject: no inquiries, no orders, just dead in the water---anyone else in my boat????
Author: odd... [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Monday, October 31, 03:44:54pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Nope, flat out here, turning people away till next year (NT) -- Hope it picks up for you soon, Monday, October 31, 04:58:38pm me too! (NT) -- op, Monday, October 31, 07:38:55pm Lots of inquiries, but everyone wants a dress between now and the end of December. (NT) -- I'm booked until January. Hang in there, things will turn around, Tuesday, November 01, 03:01:36pm Now and early december for me, with a scattering early next year. Fingers crossed that more start booking dresses after the O's! (NT) -- --, Wednesday, November 02, 07:53:23am In the same boat here...I have diversified a bit over the last few years and make dress bags and performance skirts so that is what is keeping me busy. Not sure that I will be making anymore solos as the one OTR that I made this past summer is still sitting here unsold. (NT) -- Pennie in Michigan, Wednesday, November 02, 11:21:05am This might be a silly question, but I wonder if it's geographical? Such as one area has more dancers than others? I know in Glasgow there are a lot of new dancers and they don't need dresses yet. I'm just the right level of busy, thankfully!! (NT) -- Scot dm, Thursday, November 03, 05:10:53pm

Subject: What is the easiest way to shorten the torso of a dress?
Author: Mom [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Monday, October 31, 03:14:22pm My daughter's dress is about 1 1/2" too long, and since it is a 3-panel, I imagine taking in the torso would be best. I have a sewing machine, but I'm not very skilled. Is it better to remove the skirt and attach it higher, or take a "tuck" in the bodice? Also, what do you do with the zipper? It doesn't have to be perfect, since it is an older dress, and the zipper is covered with the cape. Thanks for your suggestions! [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Because of current styles, I would try leave the length of the bodice, and shorten the skirt (from the top). It's a lot of work. -- More Inside, Monday, October 31, 03:36:28pm Sorry - missed the "easiest" part. (NT) -- info above, Monday, October 31, 03:38:44pm I second leaving the length in the bodice, but might it be possible to remove length from the hem? Sometimes that works well, depending on the design, and avoids the need to take the dress apart (NT) -- ., Monday, October 31, 05:00:17pm I agree with this option if it is at all possible - both for the reasons above and because reattaching a skirt, especially a 3 panel, can also be challening for a newer sewer, as being slightly off can affect the hang of the skirt. You could edge the bottom with a ruffle, or a simple binding, to cover the open edge, you don't need to satin stitch. (NT) -- SDC, Monday, October 31, 07:20:52pm Thank you! -- Mom, Monday, October 31, 08:17:15pm If there's enough room in the arm-holes, another option might be to shorten a bit at the tops of the shoulders. My dd's 1st dress had let-down put in there by the dm, and it was an easy way to add a little length when she grew. (NT) -- just a mom, Friday, November 04, 11:47:09am

Subject: How much do you usually charge for a new skirt?
Author: ? [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Sunday, October 30, 08:09:20pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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$300 - $600 depending on size, style, fabrics, and amount of embroidery with no crystals. This is to remove the existing skirt and replace with a structured "current" style skirt (NT) -- me, Sunday, October 30, 09:55:41pm Ditto. (NT) -- --, Sunday, October 30, 10:12:25pm Thank you. (NT) -- OP, Monday, October 31, 07:11:14am

Subject: Beginner Skirt
Author: Rosemarie kelso (rosemarie kelso) [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Sunday, October 30, 12:18:59pm I will be helping a realtive make a beginner skirt with light embroidery. Is there a pattern that most kids use? Do you line the skirts so you don't see the embroidery? Is gabardine the fabric to use. I am open to help and suggestions. Thanks so much for your help in advance. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Do they make a 3 panel pattern for beginner skirts? (NT) -- Rosemarie, Sunday, October 30, 12:55:00pm Well, you can always use the skirt of a solodress. If it's just the skirt, the waist will probably be at the natural level, so I could recommend the Irish Threads pattern for a good solid 3-panel skirt. Otherwise just go for a (semi)circle skirt and line it. (NT) -- Good luck, Sunday, October 30, 01:59:21pm Thanks for your help. I will check out the pattern. (NT) -- Rosemarie, Tuesday, November 01, 11:02:25am

Subject: We are looking at whether to alter our DDs dress. It needs let out at the side seams, which means taking off the skirt, I guess. What should we expect as a range for how much it would cost to alter it? there is plenty of let out room at the side seams but not at the zipper.
Author: thanks [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Thursday, October 27, 07:54:42am [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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How it was originally constructed will play greatly into how big of a project this is. Also what type of fabrics and if there are crystals that are in the way. Anywhere from $90 - $150 would be a normal range for me. (NT) -- my thoughts, Thursday, October 27, 10:27:05am Depends on where the dress needs to be let out. If it is not necessary to undo the zipper or separate the bodice from the skirt then it should be a quick simple alteration. Otherwise about $100.00. (NT) -- :), Thursday, October 27, 10:31:33am thanks (NT) -- op, Thursday, October 27, 11:07:37am Also check to see if there is enough fabric to let out the skirt. If you let out the bodice, you need to let out the same amount of fabric in the skirt. If not, you are looking at a reconstruction, not just an alteration. (NT) -- :-/, Sunday, October 30, 08:52:30pm

Subject: Slightly off topic: My youngest daughter (age 11), wants a sewing machine for Christmas. I have no idea what to look for. Any suggestions on a good beginner machine.
Author: an OH mom [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Tuesday, October 25, 03:35:41pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Good for her! Sewing is becoming a lost art. Go to a sewing machine store that also repairs and sells used. In NE Ohio, Barnes is a good option (NT) -- Merry Christmas, Tuesday, October 25, 05:35:18pm Go to a sewing machine shop and ask for a good 2nd hand beginner machine. You'll get good advice, a chance to try the machine (most likely), and a machine that's worth more than what you pay for it. (NT) -- You've got a budding DM!, Wednesday, October 26, 02:53:14am

Subject: Hi ladies, does anyone have a tip for sewing the "v" of a dropped waist dress? I always have trouble attaching bodice to skirt and now even more so in this "v" shape.Google no help.
Author: Sewing mom [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Tuesday, October 25, 01:08:31pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Try top stitching it. (NT) -- easy, Tuesday, October 25, 02:06:11pm Seconding topstitching. It's really the easiest and neatest way to do it, especially with severe Vs (NT) -- BNDMs do it too, Tuesday, October 25, 03:49:52pm thirded! If you aren't going to let the dress down in the future you can add a row of rhinestones to cover the stitch line. I've also seen people put the rhinestones on a matching ribbon and tack that down. Much easier to remove when altering the dress. (NT) -- Good luck!, Tuesday, October 25, 09:31:22pm I attached mine to the bodice, then the skirt to the bodice. I am going to hand stitch it down. The v is edged with piping, so I will 'stitch in the ditch' so the line of stitching won't show. (NT) -- Hth, Wednesday, October 26, 05:57:41am Thanks for the replies. On my muslim mock up, I actually gave up and top stitched. I am so glad to know it is "ok." There just didn't seem to be another good way. (NT) -- O.P. sewing mom, Wednesday, October 26, 06:50:28am When I see dresses made like this, especially by pricey BNDMs I think "do they not care that the dress can't be let down if the girl grows?" Do they just not care that the owner will have to buy a new dress every 6 months? For an older teen maybe it is not an issue, but it sure is for the littler ones. I just can't see making a dress that way unless the owner fully understands that if they try to let it down, the fabric will be all chewed up. (NT) -- very sndm, Wednesday, October 26, 10:16:02am I have no problem taking down dresses like this that I've made. It's no different than if you had it seamed together. That still leaves marks. When making a dress with a topstitched bodice, make sure you finish off the bodice seams. (NT) -- Easier to alter., Wednesday, October 26, 02:50:33pm so do you leave fabric at the bottom of the bodice folded over at the point? or at the top of the skirt? or both? (NT) -- bg, Wednesday, October 26, 04:12:20pm I usually leave 2" hem allowance on the bottom of the bodice. I overlap the fabric at the "v". It doesn't show in the front. Another way of doing things is making a mock v front. This is easiest if your bodice doesn't have a pattern. You sew the bodice bottom half (like the belt) to the bodice to the skirt. Then you have a seam at the drop waist. You can add growth allowance at that point. (NT) -- Check out the Yahoo ID Dressmakers, Thursday, October 27, 01:14:07pm In actuality, buying a new dress once or twice each year is probably more cost-effective than having alterations done. That way, the dress is always the most current style, and the loss on resale is minimised as there are dancers wanting slightly used BNDM dresses at a discount, when they can also see what they're getting. (NT) -- ., Thursday, October 27, 06:16:27pm

Subject: Sightly off topic question
Author: Thank you! [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Sunday, October 23, 04:08:32pm I'm making a patchwork style quilt out of old feis t-shirts as a Christmas present. I've cut the shapes I want, backed them with Heat and Bond Light, pressed them into place on a fabric backing and top stitched all around each piece. Should I wash this top piece to get rid of the bonding agent before assembling the layers? While the backing isn't horribly stiff, the pieces aren't t-shirt soft right now. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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I don't thnk heat and bond sissolves in the wash. (NT) -- ., Sunday, October 23, 05:00:38pm I don't think it'll dissolve either. But why not try washing a little scrap? Maybe, even when it doesn't dissolve, it will at least get softer. And if it gets ruined in the wash (NT) -- No harm done, Monday, October 24, 02:32:56am The instructions with the Heat and Bond claim that it is washable, so I'm not worried about the squares being destroyed. Thank you for the idea about the test wash. I have a LOT of leftover scraps (NT) -- ., Monday, October 24, 06:24:40am If you can find Misty Fuse, use that. It's a light weight web that bonds really well, but stays soft and flexable. I urs it when bonding my fabrics together, especially lace and satin. (NT) -- check quilting stores for it, Monday, October 24, 09:55:22am I'll keep Misty Fuse in mind for the next project. The ship has already sailed on this project (NT) -- OP, Tuesday, October 25, 07:16:49am

Subject: Crystals came off easily but how do I remove glue residue from black satin?
Author: dm [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Friday, October 21, 12:11:49pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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You really can't. Just put bigger crystals over the spots. (NT) -- Not going to happen, sorry, Friday, October 21, 06:56:08pm Or clusters of really small stones! (NT) -- Good luck, Friday, October 21, 09:44:11pm test try rubbing alcohol! -- Anne, Monday, October 24, 07:18:33am Thanks for all of your responses! (NT) -- .., Tuesday, October 25, 09:31:26pm

Subject: Anyone know how to reach TAO Knitter Arts
Author: DDM [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Thursday, October 20, 08:41:29am Other than by email? I want to purchase one of her bodice designs, but can't get a response via email. Need 9 team dresses by SRO. Don't need her to do the embroidery - just need the design. Anyone else out there sell bodice designs I can download and give to my local embroiderer? [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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email Susan at FeisDress - link on her webpage. They are good friends and Susan can contact her. (NT) -- a dm, Thursday, October 20, 08:49:53am Different DM here, but I'm trying to order from her also. Ann's out of town. I e-mailed Susan a couple of days ago and she's not sure, but thinks that she'll be home sometime next week. Aack! (NT) -- Terrie, Thursday, October 20, 09:08:05am Forgot to say, but I've also tried to reach Ann by e-mail & sent her a message on Facebook, but no luck... (NT) -- Terrie, Thursday, October 20, 09:10:03am Did you try posting on the yahoo news group? (NT) -- X, Friday, October 21, 09:28:57am Yes - Besides the message that I've left via e-mail, and two on Facebook I've now left her one on the Yahoo group, one on Flickr and a voice mail on her home phone. I'm getting pretty nervous since my customers are leaving for the Western Oireachtas in three weeks -- I'm starting to panic & customers are not happy with me at all now... :( (NT) -- Terrie, Friday, October 21, 11:03:01am YAY -- I just heard from Ann! (NT) -- Terrie, Friday, October 21, 01:19:36pm Don't you give yourself a 9 week buffer so things aren't rushed? When sewing one dress, I line up all the fabrics, pattern. and design for the next one in line. (NT) -- Makes it easy., Friday, October 21, 03:41:42pm 9 week buffer? In a perfect world, lol. Long time very organized DM here. I tell these kids not to grow again until their mom gives them permission but they just don't listen, lol. I'm doing alt's, repairs, dresses, vests, 10-12 hours a day, 6-7 days a week & been turning people away.'O' time is always nuts if your shop is a busy one. Ann usually gets back to you quickly but she must be busier than normal too. (NT) -- Tired but love it!, Sunday, October 23, 09:49:17am lol, my thoughts exactly! You can plan everything, allow plenty of time for error, and still end up completely slammed and a little behind. Love the craziness this time of year though! (NT) -- back to the machine!, Sunday, October 23, 09:25:57pm The craziness I don't mind so much as it is to be expected - the lack of manners, not so much. I had a customer who I thought only needed alterations end up asking for a new dress the first week of October. I never should have said yes - she has been the rudest customer I have ever had. I told her I will get the dress done for her Oireachtas, but it would be then, RIGHT before the Oireachtas. I am on the verge of giving her deposit back and telling her never to contact me again. (NT) -- Courtesy goes a long way, Thursday, October 27, 07:21:19am This is what is keeping Ann so busy - she's doing choreography again! -- ykw, Saturday, October 22, 12:45:08pm

Subject: plisse fabric
Author: Kelly [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Tuesday, October 18, 02:55:47pm Can anyone tell me where to find white plisse fabric in the USA? Thank you. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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How much do you need? (NT) -- I have some, Thursday, October 20, 10:35:28am Hi I would be interested in 3 metres, I am in the UK. What type of fabric is it? (NT) -- dm, Friday, October 21, 07:21:03am It is the white rayon type that doesn't unravel or shred. I'm in the US (NT) -- I'll check to see if I have that much, Friday, October 21, 08:49:51am If you are in the UK try threads of green for plisse, they have various colors. (NT) -- --, Sunday, October 23, 09:26:57pm Plisse fabric - if there isn't enough for the previous poster I would be interested in knowing how much you have availalbe. Looking for up to 2m for my daughters GCSE textile project? (NT) -- Gill, Sunday, October 23, 11:23:05am I'd be happy to talk with either one of you about the pliss� yardage. Please leave your email address (NT) -- Jo, Sunday, October 23, 04:10:18pm

Subject: Fishscale Sequin Appliques
Author: Thanks [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Tuesday, October 18, 08:27:33am Just curious what people use to back fishscale sequin when they use this fabric as appliques. Also do you use a plastic topper or plastic to protect the sequins until you are finished working? Thx!!! [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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I use pieces of dry cleaner bags over the top. (NT) -- ., Tuesday, October 18, 10:44:03am I've backed it with a woven fusible, used Steam-a-Seam2 to fuse it to my fabric, then a drycleaner bag - when I have one - or one of the toppings like http://www.embstore.com/p-576-water-soluble-topping-11-oz-13-14-x-110-yard-roll.aspx - and just torn it it off when done. Works out great. (NT) -- Terrie, Thursday, October 20, 09:20:19am

Subject: Ruffler foot?
Author: -- [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Monday, October 17, 02:34:20pm I'm looking for a ruffler foot for my singer 20U, I was given one that looks fabulous but doesn't work (link below) on my machine (I think its a low shank foot, but it also twists to the left when screwed in place) and am wondering if there is a similar style foot for industrial machines. Any thoughts or recommendations? http://www.amazon.com/Ruffler-Sewing-Machine-Presser-Foot/dp/B004Q6I5BA/ref=pd_sim_ac2 [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Ruffler foot for 20U -- Sheila, Monday, October 17, 03:02:00pm Yep, thats pretty much why it doesn't work! My needle bar is long enough, but everything else is a mess. I don't own a domestic machine at the moment, but I've been thinking about getting one just for making ruffles! I'll look into the machine shops in the area, great idea, thank you! (NT) -- tired of ruffles, Tuesday, October 18, 09:18:13am

Subject: Post on MW Board has links to GB Pics
Author: anything goes [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Sunday, October 16, 06:00:23pm Some with little to no embroidery - all stones. Unconstructed lace sleeves, is symetrical coming back? http://www.voy.com/33031/ Posted under Great Brits -- 2011, 13:56:52 10/15/11 Sat [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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I don't think that there is a "look" out there. Anything goes, in a good way or bad. (NT) -- Some strange stuff out there., Sunday, October 16, 07:37:41pm Agreed. Anything goes- good or not so good. (NT) -- : /, Sunday, October 16, 08:14:22pm Symmetrical was never out. Lots of new symmeticals for the O. (NT) -- some just prefer them, Monday, October 17, 08:31:05am I dont' see this post, does anyone have a link to new dresses? (NT) -- thanks!, Tuesday, October 25, 07:55:38pm

Subject: Love the look of the new "petal" skirts that are starting to appear, a la Gavin and Doire. Has anyone seen them up close and could they please give me some tips for construction? I'm OK with the petals themselves, it's just putting them together. I would do a stiffened under skirt too,
Author: And before someone says get one & have a look, I'm yet to see one. [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Sunday, October 16, 05:50:58pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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They have a serged rolled hem. Yes, most are structured. Cute, but will that style fade fast before it catches on? (NT) -- lots of petals!, Sunday, October 16, 09:39:51pm I got up close to 2 of them that were not serge rolled, just raw cuts. One brand new looked ok (I didn't start shredding at it) but other was starting to (NT) -- 'eyelash', Monday, October 17, 08:29:50pm The ones with the colored edges are serged. (NT) -- Gavin & Siopa different finishes, Monday, October 17, 10:01:53pm

Subject: Looking for a fluorescent neon pink embroidery thread. I have the PF0008 in the Floriani brand. Does anyone know of something even a bit deeper in color with just a bit more pop? Madeira, Sulky, Robison Anton? I can use this if it's the best one. Thanks.
Author: Terri E CO [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Sunday, October 16, 11:45:17am [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

Subject: Hello everyone� Just wanted to let you know that the website, IrishDanceDressShop.com is getting upgraded to a new system. The website has always been a �do-it-yourself� classifieds listing so you can list your Irish dance dresses for free. It�s been a very popular site and so it really needed to be upgraded to a new system that is more user friendly and more stable. In the process I moved it to a new web address that is easier to remember, it�s now at FeisDresses.com
Author: Rhonda from IDDS [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Saturday, October 15, 08:06:28am The old site will also link to it too. So no one will miss out on finding it and shopping for dresses. The site is still FREE, so if you�ve got dresses to list I hope you�ll create an account and add your dresses. NOTE: For those of you who had ads on the previous system, I�ve tried contacting many of you to put your ads into the new system. Since it�s a �do-it-yourself� system, I can�t really create accounts for everyone and ad their listings. You�ll have to create your own account and ad your items. Thank you for your patience and understanding with this switchover. In the end I think it will be a much better site for buyers and sellers! FeisDresses.com [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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There is also a category for "Dressmakers" so you can list yourself as a dressmaker with your contact info - for FREE! (NT) -- op, Saturday, October 15, 08:10:55am I don't know if you realize, but there's a site called Feisdress.com... (NT) -- DM, Saturday, October 15, 08:16:45pm Why not use you own company name instead of someone else's? (NT) -- a DM, Sunday, October 16, 08:55:47pm Feisdress, Feisdresses...maybe more people will be going to the Feisdress site if they forget to add the "es" to the name (NT) -- Looks like 2 different names, Sunday, October 16, 10:16:18pm It is two different sites and two different names. The site is descriptive of what people are buying and thus easier for them to remember. Sorry it bothers you that it is so similar. Yes it can be helpful to the Feisdress.com site if they type if wrong! :-) Not trying to take anything away from them. I'm trying to be helpful to the ID community and offer a free service to people and to dress makers. Sorry to offend you all! (NT) -- sorry it bothers you, Tuesday, October 18, 11:26:02am

Subject: Does anyone have any white rocky lamme? I have some, but not enough. I purchased it years ago and can't find anymore. It has a slightly irredescent quality to it.
Author: dc [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Friday, October 14, 02:37:06pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Try calling Gail K in Atlanta, I'm pretty sure I saw some in the back last time I was in. They do mail order and are quite helpful. (NT) -- good luck!, Friday, October 14, 07:11:07pm used to live in atlanta - love Gail K's. Will see if a friend of mine can stop by there for me. (NT) -- dc, Friday, October 14, 09:42:29pm

Subject: Does anyone know of a USA supplier of vilene or stiffener?
Author: CM [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Friday, October 14, 10:17:17am Thanks! [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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there's a place in atlanta that sells it- look at the dressmaker page on dance-again. I think it might be custom dancewear. (NT) -- ., Friday, October 14, 11:38:26am if you are wishing to purchase a full roll, you can order directly from Freudenberg (contact info can be obtained from their website). (NT) -- AT, Friday, October 14, 02:01:58pm I found this page, which vlene is used for ID dresses? http://www.freudenberg-nw.com/ecomaXL/index.php?site=FNW_EN_produkte_detail&udtx_id=347 (NT) -- Not the OP, Friday, October 14, 08:01:02pm BO509 is the vilene commonly used in the US -- not sure about other countries (NT) -- AT, Friday, October 14, 11:29:53pm Thanks everyone! Always very helpful on this board! (NT) -- cm, Saturday, October 15, 12:52:14pm

Subject: Those of you who make school dresses, how do you determine a price point? So many school dresses look like solo dresses these days, but people want to pay 1/3 of the price for them that they pay for a solo. Sure, duplicating the work and the design saves some time and effort, but not enough to make up for 2/3 of the cost!
Author: sndm [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Wednesday, October 12, 03:37:27pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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That's the problem. We're asked to essentially custom make each dress to fit a specific child but they want generic size prices for them. I would charge less if I was asked to make standard sizes with no custom fit, but then they complain that they don't fit exactly!! Educate them on the difference. School dress prices have not gone up as they should. They may look the same as 20 years ago, but our costs have gone up. And they also want the fancey, newly designed ones for 1990 prices. Ugh (NT) -- can't win, Wednesday, October 12, 04:07:14pm This was the exact trap I fell into. I was asked to design costumes for Worlds which could easily be made to fit many sizes. Then, they wanted custom fittings (so much for wrap skirts and stretch tops). I won't do school dresses and team costumes anymore. (NT) -- Too costly for me, Thursday, October 13, 09:12:32am I tell them that I work by the hour and my prices will probably be higher than they'd like...don't sell youself short... (NT) -- honesty, Wednesday, October 12, 04:45:59pm Add up ALL the supplies, estimate your labor, don't forget shipping and any other associated costs (a trip to the studio if you deliver, for example) and tell them you will lock this price in for the first dress or first order, or first year. Then adjust accordingly if your prices are way off. (NT) -- a dm, Wednesday, October 12, 07:18:28pm Our school (not the school I'm being asked to do school dresses for) has tradtional three panels with lots of embroidery yet the price is only in the $400 range. I can't imagine doing that much work for that price. Do any of you know what other schools pay for their traditional heavily embroidered, possibly even appliqued school dresses? (NT) -- OP, Wednesday, October 12, 09:21:42pm In Ireland it is hard to get a school dress like described for less than �500. (NT) -- I charge too little as well, Thursday, October 13, 10:39:48am It sounds like I could have written this post as well. While I know I could have or should have charged more, I couldn't bring myself to. They are a newer school just trying to get on their feet with a team. I was so happy to see these young ladies in their new dresses (my DD one of them), having such a wonderful time as a team. For me, in this case, it was more about the dance and not so much about the money. (NT) -- Terri E CO, Thursday, October 13, 06:24:47am Charge a price that you can feel comfortable with when you hand it to your customer and sleep well at night. If it is extremely elaborate, factor that in. If not, that should also come into play. They are a lot of work, but then again, hopefully you will get a lot of orders. (NT) -- Good Luck!, Monday, October 17, 06:02:27am

Subject: Is there a spray I can use to help decrease the wear on satin sleeve agaist a sequined bodice?. The No Fray Spray doesn't seem to be what I want.
Author: Thank you [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Wednesday, October 12, 07:07:10am [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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No, this is when you need to sew a light tulle over the sequins. If it is the right color and not heavy, it does not show from just a bit away. Have to keep the sequins away from the fabric. (NT) -- , Wednesday, October 12, 01:28:15pm* Darn. (NT) -- Thanks for the info. OP, Wednesday, October 12, 02:59:52pm

Subject: Hello ladies, I'm working on my first plisse skirt. It's a soft skirt with no interfacing. I have never hemmed this type of fabric before. Any suggestions on how to finish the hem. Thank you.
Author: Erin [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Tuesday, October 11, 06:39:17pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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I have never worked with this, but have inspected a few to get ideas -- what I've seen, Wednesday, October 12, 06:28:16am I've made several plisse skirts. I do have a semi structured front and a soft back. First I serge the hem with a 4 thread overlock, then I fold the hem under and topstitch. I repress the pleats (it can drive you nuts!). It has a slight lettuce, but looks nice. There's a photo on my website. www.sewtto.webs.com (NT) -- It's a classic skirt!, Wednesday, October 12, 10:34:47am The Yahoo ID dressmakers board has a lot of pictures to show you how to make them. (NT) -- Under Yahoo groups, Friday, October 14, 09:53:22am

Subject: I just checked out a fashion blog ans it seems the drop waist style dress is making a come back for Spring 2012. perhaps we will see some new sewing patterns. Fashion follows Irish dance?or vice versa?!
Author: sewing mom [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Tuesday, October 11, 07:01:41am [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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the patterns would be helpful, but I suspect "fashion" hasn't a clue about Irish dance! (NT) -- ., Tuesday, October 11, 04:12:07pm That's true, but quite a few people use the bodices from patterns with dropped waists to get the look they want. I would love to see some patterns where we just add the skirt component. (NT) -- Wishing, Tuesday, October 11, 08:29:15pm Wouldn't that be nice for a change? (NT) -- let us know if you find one, Tuesday, October 11, 10:58:21pm Was purusing ebay for skating costumes for halloween ideas & many many asymetrical designs that look (NT) -- like current id bodices, Wednesday, October 12, 06:30:20am

Subject: Recommendation for turquoise satin
Author: Need help! [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Monday, October 10, 04:01:04pm Please, looking for a recommendation for a bright turquoise satin! DD's dress will be assym. with half black velvet and half turquoise. We like how this blue looks: http://www.swoose.net/IrishDancing/2011/Nationals2011WednesdayAM/target183.html Could one of you seamstresses i.d. it for me? Trying to do some research for our dressmaker. Thanks so much! [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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That's Twinkle Satin. Whitelodge Fabrics has it. (NT) -- Love those colors!, Monday, October 10, 04:09:21pm also SyFabrics.com --" crystal satin" and ebay store "FormalPageantFabric" -- sparkle satin (NT) -- AT, Monday, October 10, 09:01:43pm Those are the colors of my dd's in-process new dress, too. Try this source for sparkle satin -- Link inside, Tuesday, October 11, 03:51:41pm Recommendation for turquoise satin -- Need help!, Tuesday, October 11, 09:00:40pm Now you're asking for personal opinions. My opinion is satin and velvet are lovely together, but I always try to have a variety of textures in my designs. You need to decide your aesthetic approach and design with that in mind. For as many who tell you the contrast is nice, there will be the same number on this board (NT) -- who tell you not to put these fabrics together, Wednesday, October 12, 07:29:42am Good point. Thanks. And I appreciate your opinion! (NT) -- Grateful, Wednesday, October 12, 10:35:34am Thank you for your help, ladies. Wondering if twinkle satin would be too much of a sparkly contrast next to velvet? Also, would satin taffeta be too heavy with velvet? How heavy is sparkle satin? Thanks, again. Trying to make some decisions! (NT) -- oops! Don't think I posted this correctly!, Tuesday, October 11, 09:03:15pm Sparkle satin is very light, but does need to be lined for an opaque color. Lightweight cotton & thin satin both work, I personally love sparkle satin & velvet together, they look great! (NT) -- --, Tuesday, October 11, 09:16:39pm As far as I know, sparkle satin, twinkle satin and crystal satin are just different names for the same type of fabric. Personally I love this fabric with velvet. (NT) -- MHO, Tuesday, October 11, 11:23:56pm You ladies are awesome! Thank you! Also wondering, what's your opinion of turquoise satin taffeta with black velvet? Similar color to twinkle but richer in texture; not as sparkly. DD now in open champ. Which do you recommend (twinkle vs. satin taffeta)? (NT) -- grateful dancermom, Wednesday, October 12, 08:06:45am Satin taffeta is too stiff. I would not use it for a bodice. (NT) -- or a skirt for that matter, Wednesday, October 12, 06:05:05pm

Subject: I need a serger! Nothing fancy, just a basic serger that does all the usual tricks. Any suggestions as to what might be the best options and for what prices? I have no problem buying second hand, so any info on older models too is appreciated. Thanks in advance!!
Author: too many to choose.... [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Monday, October 10, 10:42:58am [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Where are you located? I have an older serger that needs to be cleaned up and adjusted, but it works. (NT) -- If local, you can have it., Monday, October 10, 04:11:23pm http://www.walmart.com/ip/Brother-Serger-Thread-Machine-1034D/1723621 (NT) -- Pennie in Michigan, Monday, October 10, 09:06:14pm Check out the reviews. Can't beat the price! (NT) -- me again, Monday, October 10, 09:07:08pm I'm in Canada......otherwise I'd be right over lolol! Thanks a mil though! (NT) -- ..., Monday, October 10, 09:08:30pm Darn, I'm in Florida! If you can get an older one (used), The newer ones have plastic parts. For a serger that will last, get one with all metal gears. (NT) -- Sergers are great to have!, Monday, October 10, 09:44:31pm Never thought about Walmart, I'll check it out! Thanks :o) (NT) -- ..., Monday, October 10, 09:10:47pm

Subject: Could someone give me some tips/hints about embroidering on velvet?
Author: irish mama [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Sunday, October 09, 04:33:57pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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How rude of me......I forgot to say please! Can some please give me some tips/hints with embroidering on velvet? Thanks in advance :) (NT) -- irish mama, Sunday, October 09, 04:35:55pm Use good stabilizer for a nice tight fit in the hoop and use a plastic topper so the velvet threads don't push or pop through the embroidery stitching. (NT) -- Terri E CO, Sunday, October 09, 05:54:36pm Hooping velvet usually crushes it so you need to use sticky back so you don't hoop it. You need a topper, and wax paper under the hoop once it gets going keeps the sticky buildup way down. Taoknitter has some info about all of this. (NT) -- , Sunday, October 09, 07:15:49pm* Could anyone recommend a brand of topper that they like? Would really appreciate it! (NT) -- Thanks!!!, Sunday, October 09, 07:43:57pm what is the sticky build up from? (NT) -- *, Monday, October 10, 06:42:23am* The adhesive on the stabilizer. You can also use a temporary spray adhesive to hold your fabric in place without "hooping" the velvet. If you do that, you do want to make sure that you use the stabilizing stitch that stitches a box around your entire embroidery design. This also hold the fabric in place. Best wishes on your dress (NT) -- SNDM, Monday, October 10, 08:30:03am Any recommendations for a topper you use for velvets? Would really appreciate it! (NT) -- Thanks!!!, Tuesday, October 11, 07:03:00am Floriani makes a plastic topper, its supposed to be removed with heat, but I just tear it away. And I just pin my velvet down all around the inside of the hoop, no sticky stabilizer! (NT) -- Michele, Monday, October 17, 09:58:09am

Subject: Would anyone have a good source for plisse? I'm looking for an florescent orange..
Author: Terrie [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Saturday, October 08, 10:36:45am [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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I got my gold and white stuff from Threads of Green. You might give them a call. (NT) -- Terri E CO, Saturday, October 08, 06:36:58pm I just received swatches from ToG. I'm fairly certain there was a bright orange in the packet (NT) -- JoAnn, Sunday, October 09, 09:55:48am Would you mind looking at your swatches for me? i'm not finding te Flo Orange on their website. I've e-mailed them but not heard back from them yet. Also, how fast do you get fabric from them? I'm in the US... (NT) -- Terrie, Tuesday, October 11, 03:21:36pm Inquire about orange pleated twinkle satin No. 271P. You may have to back it, since twinkle satin is on the sheerer side. I like to use -- I'd email them about availability before ordering, Tuesday, October 11, 03:56:43pm Wonderful! Thanks gals! (NT) -- Terrie, Monday, October 10, 06:25:02pm I found some this morning - yay! Threads of Green e-mailed me back & it turned out that they had a piece not on their website. Ordered right away! (NT) -- Terrie, Wednesday, October 12, 04:56:03pm

Subject: My daughter has a sequined bodice and the sleeves are looking a little shabby. Is there something I can spray/put on the sleeves so it doesn't continue?
Author: Thank you [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Friday, October 07, 06:49:20pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Do you mean the sequins are causing the material on the sleeves to pull and snag? That happened to our dress. I trimmed all the fuzzies, then covered the sleeves with similiar colored tulle (the fine kind) I just hand stitched it down along shoulder seam, cuff and along sleeve seam. It doesn't ravel and it doesn't snag (NT) -- Hop_123, Friday, October 07, 07:59:51pm Mod Podge, (glossy, not matte) (NT) -- dries invisibly, stops wear and fraying, smooths fuzzies, Saturday, October 08, 12:12:48am I meant Mod Podge if the fabric is covered with sequins, obviously this wouldn't work on other fabrics (NT) -- like velvet..., Saturday, October 08, 12:15:40am Actually, Mod Podge does work on other fabrics. I have used it watered down on rocky lame and similar fabrics for appliques. Keeps the fabric from shredding. (NT) -- :), Saturday, October 08, 10:00:39am Have used glossy Modge Podge on seqins and lame has worked really well (NT) -- mom, Saturday, October 08, 06:55:16pm

Subject: How hard is it to switch sleeves on an ID dress? Is that something that can be done? Looking at a dress that has contrasting sleeves but would like to switch them so they aren't contrasting. Is that even possible. Or how much might it cost to have new sleeves made?
Author: thanks [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Thursday, October 06, 12:09:50pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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That's actually easy. It should not be all that expensive either. (NT) -- ., Thursday, October 06, 04:10:58pm I think how easy it is and how expensive depends on a lot of factors. If you just want plain sleeves in a fabric that is easy to find and the sleeve is a standard size and shape, then is should be easy and not too expensive. But, if the fabric is difficult to find, or you want design elements on the sleeve, or it is a more difficult shape of sleeve, then it will take more time and cost more. Lots of things to consider. (NT) -- .., Thursday, October 06, 07:50:05pm It's no big deal as long as you can find the right fabric. A new dressmaker will just use the old sleeves as a pattern for the new ones. (NT) -- Terrie, Friday, October 07, 01:38:27am If this is a new or OTR dress, contact the DM. Perhaps she has remnant fabric which could be used for the sleeves or will make the change for you (NT) -- Should be a nominal charge only, Sunday, October 09, 09:58:03am Ok, I guess I didn't word it quite correctly. There is a left sleeve and a right sleeve. I want to take both sleeves off - keep them - and switch sides - so no new sleeves need to be made. Just switch sides. Is that do-able since i'm thinking they would be symmetrical? thanks! (NT) -- op, Monday, October 10, 02:13:39pm Something to think about -- Kathleen, Monday, October 10, 04:42:01pm

Subject: Is anyone experienced with metallic embroidery thread? I'm trying it for the first time and it just keeps breaking. I can't even get a bobbin threaded properly, It feels like mylar and it is irridescent. Help!
Author: New to embroidery [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Tuesday, October 04, 04:02:30pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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surely, you don't mean that you're trying to use metallic thread in the bobbin. If what you're trying to use is Sliver you waisted your money on it. Nobody can get it to work. (NT) -- DCMS, Tuesday, October 04, 05:46:41pm I have the best luck with Madeira metallic thread. I use cotton bobbin thread, a large metallic needle in my machine, and slow my sewing machine as much as I can. (NT) -- Small dressmaker, Tuesday, October 04, 08:06:44pm Yes, it is silver and yes I definately was trying to use it in the bobbin! So I will try the Madeira, but am I to understand I should not use the embroidery thread in the bobbin? Would I use a grey cotton thread with the silver? (NT) -- embroidery dummy, Tuesday, October 04, 08:38:55pm I use white pre-wound bobbins for everything. The bobbin thread won't show when you embroider. Definitely no metallic in the bobbin. Some Sulky and Gutermann silvers work well, others don't. Trial and error is the key. (NT) -- another SNDM, Tuesday, October 04, 08:54:28pm Thank you for your help. I'll keep working on it! (NT) -- :), Tuesday, October 04, 09:45:55pm Definitely madeira thread. Tried them all and this works the best. Rarely breaks. Definitely a metalic needle or a needle with a very big eye. And yes, I just use plain polyester thread in my bobbin. Found that it works the best, better than bobbin fill. (NT) -- And try to keep a consistent speed with your sewing. Good luck, Tuesday, October 04, 10:24:37pm I use Kingstar metallic---no problems (NT) -- bg, Wednesday, October 05, 08:03:26am I use Maderia thread too and sue it in the bobbin too with no problems. I talked to Madira and they said to make sure the thread is room temp as if it's cold it snapps more easily and to use the biggest eye needle you can get. (NT) -- Good Luck!, Wednesday, October 05, 08:47:30am Before you do anything, buy some silicone spray from your embroidery or sewing store! It's fabulous and really helps with metallic thread. Spray it directly on the spool of thread, giving it a good coat. It will not discolor or change the sheen of your thread, it dries clear and gives the thread a better glide through your machine and needles. This tip was given to me by my local sewing store (NT) -- and it worked wonders:-), Wednesday, October 05, 08:48:02am I never found that that stuff did anything. Also, if you have an electronic sensor in you tension adjustment, it can void the warrantee on some machines. (NT) -- ., Wednesday, October 05, 06:07:27pm Are you using the Sulky Shimmer thread? If so, run run run away! That stuff is pretty, but a nightmare to work with. I've had great luck with many different brands of metallics, its all about tension! (inside) -- good luck!, Wednesday, October 05, 08:54:30am

Subject: Looking for a source hopefully online for an interesting copper fabric. To be used for a skirt which is flowy. Any suggestions?
Author: hpyswr [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Tuesday, October 04, 02:09:03pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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ebay links for plisse satin & lame -- inside, Wednesday, October 05, 11:01:55pm I've used her before - had a great experience always. (NT) -- FYI, Sunday, October 09, 09:15:24am Thanks for both replies. Just purchased two ddifferent fabrics from her! (NT) -- hpyswr, Tuesday, October 11, 11:41:16am

Subject: What great inspiration from fashion week! We are on the way out of ID but would love to share this link to Amaya Arzuaga. Scroll through all the photos - pretty amazing!
Author: make it work! [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Monday, October 03, 04:46:46pm http://www.fashionising.com/pictures/p--Amaya-Arzuaga-AW-11-9743-153969.html [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Those girls are just too too thin. (NT) -- ., Monday, October 03, 07:43:55pm Walking skeletons! Ugh!! (NT) -- :(, Tuesday, October 04, 10:24:01am Love the designs. (NT) -- ., Tuesday, October 04, 11:31:59am Interesting designs, I really love that orange dress. Lets also try to be polite about others bodies. Comments about walking skeletons and being too thin can be very hurtful to those struggling with eating disorders as well as those who are naturally thin. This board is really not the place (NT) -- for a discussion on weight., Tuesday, October 04, 12:41:58pm While I understand your point, perhaps if the fashion industry heard more often that their version of the "perfect" body is neither perfect nor appropriate, malnutrition in models might come to an end. We don't have nearly the impact on models' eating habits as their employers (NT) -- IMHO, Sunday, October 09, 10:04:32am While I agree in theory, I still do not think it is ever appropriate to bash those who are thin. Calling someone a "skeleton" is just as offensive and rude as calling someone a fat cow. That's all. Nothing to do with the fashion industry, just being generally polite. Its possible to express concern without being rude. (NT) -- --, Sunday, October 09, 10:10:38pm My daughter models and although she is thin, she can out eat her olser brothers. She is extremely healthy (only on anitbiotics twice in her life), and dances (other things than just Irish) 18 hours a week. Better thin and healthy (NT) -- than a couch potato, Friday, October 14, 10:04:17am lol! She has older brothers (NT) -- not olser brothers, Friday, October 14, 10:05:43am

Subject: One of my buyers has discoloration around a crystal on a white rayon pliss� skirt. Upon inspection, the discoloration is not caused by any glue or residual glue; e6000 was used for the application. It appears the back of the crystal is tarnished & the tarnish is spreading out to the fabric. It is only visible on close inspection, so we don't want to do anything to make the problem more noticable. We're going to try a Mr. Clean eraser sponge.
Author: Does anyone else have any suggestions? Links to photos are inside [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Monday, October 03, 03:32:41pm http://www.dance.net/viewImage.html?image_id=638261&page=1 http://www.dance.net/viewImage.html?image_id=638260&page=1 [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Is it a Swarovski crystal, or a cheaper variety? Remember this is a stage costume, so close details really don't matter. Most ID dresses have a few small faults or marks which are invisible from stage distance (NT) -- ., Tuesday, October 04, 06:40:54am It was sold to me as a Swarovski and the stone looks like Swarovskis I have in stock. (NT) -- I'll check with a dry cleaner. Thanks, Sunday, October 09, 10:07:15am Have seen this happen with Satins before - not quite sure what to say, but not entirely sure that it has anything to do with the glue or the rhinestone. I would perhaps ask a drycleaner? (NT) -- Good luck, Tuesday, October 04, 08:53:10am Do you think that maybe there was a spot of something on the dress that was covered up by strategically covered up with a rhinestone? Looks like there might have been a spot of oil that eventually spread. (NT) -- Good luck., Saturday, October 08, 12:44:52am Oh, I am sorry! I read your post wrong. I thought you were talking about a dress that was brought to you. I did not realize that you made the dress! I Need to read these boards with my morning coffee rather than at the end of a long day! (NT) -- Disregard last message, Saturday, October 08, 12:50:09am There was no oil spot when I stoned the dress, but that doesn't mean the dancer couldn't have sat in something that coincidentally was located over the crystal. I haven't heard from the owner (NT) -- about the outcome of the Mr. Clean sponge treatment, Sunday, October 09, 10:10:30am

Subject: Has anyone tried one of these Super Double Wide hoops to add as an extension to your machine? http://www.hoopitall.com/product/productview/action/list/frmEntityType/hoop/frmCategoryMappingId/197/ If so, are you able to program one large design or do you have to do it in quadrants
Author: ?? [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Monday, October 03, 08:52:05am [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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What machine do you have? (NT) -- DM, Monday, October 03, 01:01:27pm I have a Brother Innovis 4500D......but still limited with hoop size.... (NT) -- ??, Monday, October 03, 01:43:04pm Hmmm...I'll see what I can find. I used to have the same machine, took it in for repair & got suckered into a used PR600 because the price was too good... (NT) -- Terrie, Monday, October 03, 03:24:53pm lolol! I got my 4500D when I was just looking to see what was out there. Floor model sale made me do the same thing! Hahaha!! (NT) -- ??, Monday, October 03, 05:50:24pm You digitize the entire design, but then you still have to split it into areas that fit into your machine's sewing field. This hoop enables you to just hoop your fabric once and then manipulate the hoop to get the entire design stitched out. Complicated, but it is sometimes better than having to re-hoop the fabric. (NT) -- AnnD, Monday, October 03, 05:19:33pm Ya, that's what I was thinking,....I guess it's six of one half a dozen of the other...:o) Thanks for the info!! (NT) -- ??, Monday, October 03, 05:52:09pm

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Subject: How's this for a stoning job??? http://www.swarovski.tv/Content.Node/news/news.php#/news/279086
Author: Bling Ca-Ching! [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Monday, October 03, 02:53:50am [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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1.7 million crystals?! Glad I didn't have to glue them down! (NT) -- ., Monday, October 03, 06:33:49am WOW - love the mixture of colored stones on the suits. Would love to see how the cape looks on stage! (NT) -- me, Monday, October 03, 12:56:23pm Can you even imagine how heavy that was, lol? (NT) -- DM, Monday, October 03, 01:06:53pm

Subject: I am having problems fitting sleeves on some team dresses I am making. I think I'm not making them wide enough. What rule of thumb do you use for sleeves? How wide do you make them? We need to allow for movement, want full sleeves with a ruffle cuff, not too 'puffy shirt' ish. Thanks for any insight you
Author: X [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Saturday, October 01, 07:35:55am [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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May have,. Hit enter too soon! (NT) -- X, Saturday, October 01, 07:50:40am Ah sleeves..... the trickiest part of the costume! I have started using football shaped gussets at the underarm so that the dancers can raise their arms easily. For full sleeves, I generally make tham with 3-4" ease (3-4" larger in circumference than the bicep measurement") (NT) -- a dm, Sunday, October 02, 06:36:53pm them (NT) -- fat fingered dm, Sunday, October 02, 06:37:26pm* OMG no kidding! I've made so many variations with different cap heights I'm going nuts. Do you make them with equal fullness front and back? Or do you add the fullness to the back only. (NT) -- Thanks, Sunday, October 02, 08:56:39pm Fullness to the back. (NT) -- longer slope, Sunday, October 02, 10:41:58pm Longer slope? (NT) -- Forgive my ignorance, Monday, October 03, 12:26:42am I went to a clothing shop last week to try on blouses for my teen and adult beginners. I found a cheaper basic style one and tried it on. Looked good with arms down but when I lifted one right up and then the next one and then let them fall down I had a really good laugh. The arms of the blouse were stuck on my arms and the collar had lifted and moved to my ears. My neck had totally disappeard. Do I need to sew blouses as well as skirts? (NT) -- Not buying that blouse..., Monday, October 03, 01:26:00pm

Subject: What to put into these pleats?
Author: SNDM [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Friday, September 30, 07:02:08am I've been asked to make a dress with these kinds of pleats. I've figured out the pattern for the skirt, but what should I put into the pleats for stiffener. It will be an adult-size dress. [IMG]http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff419/rosalinde2/reddress1.jpg[/IMG] PS I don't own the rights to this stunning dress, just used it for illustration. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Hope this link works: http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff419/rosalinde2/reddress1.jpg (NT) -- OP, Friday, September 30, 07:03:23am Well, I'm thinking just a light interfacing in the pleats and the whole thing is on a stiffened base. (NT) -- IMO, Sunday, October 02, 01:53:43pm

Subject: Could someone please give me a website that sells vilene.
Author: Thank you [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Wednesday, September 28, 04:05:43pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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If you are in the US, then I recommend Custom Dancewear. -- link inside, Wednesday, September 28, 04:47:36pm Thank you so much.I'll try that. (NT) -- OP, Wednesday, September 28, 05:53:17pm

Subject: A-symmetrical dresses - for 2 color bodices do you use a seam or satin stitch the colors together? I am a mom and only make dresses for my daughter and she wants 2 color
Author: DAnce Mom [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Monday, September 26, 01:06:04pm Want it right. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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I digitize it so that the area where the colors meet is covered with the embroidered design. (NT) -- , Monday, September 26, 02:40:08pm* Satin stitch, I work the seam line into the design, straight stitch to hold the fabrics in place, trim if needed, and then embroider the bodice. On some designs seaming probably works just as well, but I prefer to treat the two-tone like appliques for minimal bulk. (NT) -- good luck!, Monday, September 26, 08:18:42pm Thanks for the info -- Dance Mom, Tuesday, September 27, 03:05:45pm

Subject: Help, can anyone help with removing ballpoint pen marks from white satin. Made some errors in measurement and trying to cover them up, but also need to remove the pen marks
Author: Adele [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: Sunday, September 25, 06:08:02pm [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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I would try it on a test piece first, but I've used OxyClean before with success and have also used hairspray on a q-tip. I know, it sounds weired by it used to get ink stains out of my white cotton/poly restaurant shirts. Again, test it first. (NT) -- Good luck., Sunday, September 25, 09:05:21pm Rubbing alcohol generally works well. (NT) -- DM, Sunday, September 25, 09:37:33pm Rubbing alcohol works on most pen marks. (I used to do bridal work) (NT) -- DM, Sunday, September 25, 09:39:45pm hairspray works too---but I think it is the alcohol in it that does the work. (NT) -- bg, Monday, September 26, 06:58:21am Try clorox pen -- Dance Mom, Monday, September 26, 12:51:00pm Clear hairspray (NT) -- is my choice, Thursday, September 29, 06:21:23pm

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