Re: [h-cost] Question re a future family heirloom (hopefully)
Lynlee, It sounds lovely. I know when I made a christening gown for my daughter to go with my husband's faith (Catholic-I'm not), it had to be primarily white, I had very very subtle undertones of lavender in the underskirts and embroidery. From what little I recall of Maori patterns, aren't they primarily red/black/white? Ask the clergy if you can use the colors in the smocking/embroidery threads, or perhaps more muted ones to evoke that family heritage. Or possibly shadow applique? JonnaLyhn Wolfcat aka Angharad verch Reynulf, BAO, An Tir From: lynlee o bahr...@live.com.au To: h-cost...@indra.com h-cost...@indra.com Sent: Friday, April 19, 2013 5:19 PM Subject: [h-cost] Question re a future family heirloom (hopefully) Not fully costume related, but I would love some ideas from you all. I have been asked to make my Grandson a Christening Gown :). He will be about 18 months old and it is to be held near a rock pool. For anyone who has seen the film Whale Rider, it is this area of NZ!I have been asked to make it represent his heritage (Maori and Kiwi-Irish). I was thinking about smocking the yoke with maori patterns evoking the sea and a whales tail (which is the local motif) and a hem showing the family crests as small repeat motifs like an embroidered border.I don't attend church and have no idea what is current/traditional. How much colour is used? Can I use full colour, very muted tones or is it supposed to be white and cream? As he will be toddling, would a long jacket over a suit with trousers be a good idea?Many thanks in advance.Lynlee ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] what is everyone working on?
Having just returned from Norwescon and finishing that masquerade, I'll be working several new things: 1-new 14th Cen. garments for Nayeli as at almost 2 she's out-grown everything from last year 2-rewriting my paper on the use of mi-parti in the Romance of Alexander 3-obtaining the rest of the patterns to make an 1870's Victorian ensemble with a fantail skirt (I've got some lovely plaid taffeta to play with) 4-starting the research portion to work on documentation for the next competition I plan to enter for SCA - a full set of 1340's garments. 5- coordinating with Carmen about a class on Cavalier clothing to be hosted in the Puget Sound area (so I can work on one of those too) Everything else on my immediate docket is not-quite-historical, making play food/toys for Nayeli's birthday at the end of this month or mending. Too many projects? How is that poss...er ooh shiny! JonnaLyhn Wolfcat aka Angharad verch Reynulf, BAO, An Tir ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Modern Fabrics vs Medieval
*chuckle* I'm in luck only if one of my classes isn't scheduled against it, since I'm teaching some classes too. :) I'll definitely watch for it though! JonnaLyhn Wolfcat aka Angharad verch Reynulf, BAO, An Tir From: Simone Bryan cil...@dracolore.com To: h-cost...@indra.com Sent: Tuesday, March 12, 2013 12:09 PM Subject: [h-cost] Modern Fabrics vs Medieval Then you are in luck!! I teach the class at Costume College and I will be doing so this year! I don't know the times yet, but you will get a schedule so you can put it down! Cilean ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Fabrics Medieval vs Modern
What I am looking for is help with acquiring appropriate swatches of fabric and fibers that approximate a medieval fabric, but at a more conventionally budgetable cost. Having even a piece that is say 2 x 3 to touch and see the weave is easier to learn from than a photo from a book, plus we do see changes in how a fabric is labeled, which can confuse someone who is not as knowledgeable about textiles. Ideally, I'd like to be able to label the swatch with the actual fiber content and weave type (because I can't tell the difference between weaves very well) and suggestions of what that weight of fabric would most probably be used for in period. If I can flesh out good images of actual medieval fabrics with swatches and information on textile names or terms, that would be great. Cilean, do you have a handout for your class? Could I reimburse and credit you for a copy to put in my workbook? I generally only make it down to California twice a year or so, and not for SCA events-rather for Costume College and sf conventions. JonnaLyhn Wolfcat aka Angharad verch Reynulf, BAO, An Tir ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
[h-cost] Help requested -Medieval Type Fabric Swatch book creation
*De-Lurking for a bit, yes it's been a long time since I posted here* I'm looking for help with creating a fabric swatch book geared to help me understand what modern fabrics would be closer in look or feel to recreating historical garments, especially in the medieval period, although not exclusively. Personally I do most of my costuming in the 14th century, but am also asked to help with everything from early Norse or Rus to Tudor and Elizabethan clothing, and am starting to play with Regency and Victorian outfits. I have a lot of books, but find it personally challenging to translate the written word and pictures into how the fabric looks and feels in my hand for myself, much less for other people. Since I'm at a point now where I'm wanting to take the time to hand-sew my ensembles, and even considering hand embroidered badge motifs, I'd like to be a bit more correct on the weights and weaves I'm using for the projects. Especially since I've got a few pieces of wools that are lovely, but I don't know if they are the right weight or style for what I want to do. For example, picking out what to do with 6 yards of a lovely ultramarine blue angora blend wool that feels like velvety plush on one side and the other side looks like what I think is a twill (very fine diagonal lines), the 5 yards of a muted blue-green that is lightweight, mostly smooth feeling, with tightly woven threads or the 5 1/2 yards of heavier dark purple (grape) wool that is more like the heavier coat wool. I'm willing to pay for swatches and postage-please contact me off-list at celedraug AT gmail DOT com. Thank you (and back to lurking), JonnaLyhn Wolfcat aka Angharat verch Reynulf, BAO, An Tir ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] What's your dressmaker's dummy wearing today?
*chuckle* 1: mockup of the Tango Barbie gown by Bob Mackie 2: new faery costume for Penumbra 3: mockup for halloween costume for a goddaughter 4: mannequin wearing a red Tanu costume by Julian May 2 others are currently bare. JonnaLyhn Wolfcat aka Angharad verch Reynulf, BAO, An Tir ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Bowing to the inevitable
I use it, it allows me to help keep track of friends and 'family'. To help with maintaining it though, I tend to ignore almost all of the application requests and if I am amused by a test, hit skip when it asks to pick friends to share it with. It was great to see a couple of H-Cost faces to go with names last weekend at Costume College. I didn't meet up with others like Margo or Kimiko-but my roommate Elizabeth Reed (oh she of the oh-so-close due date) did while I was in the Gala! (*mock pout*) A first-timer, it was a lot of fun, I enjoyed the classes I took and am inspired to try some of the non-medieval period clothing styles now. The costume I most appreciated though? The gentleman wearing the bendy cotehardie on Friday--he definitely looked like he stepped out of the Romance of Alexander! JonnaLyhn Wolfcat aka Angharad verch Reynulf, BAO, An Tir ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] CoCo Meet-up
I won't be getting in until very late Thursday (had to work part of tomorrow, drat it all...not that I'm getting much done in the heat up here in Tacoma/Seattle). Hope to catch up with folks on Friday/Saturday though JonnaLyhn Wolfcat aka Angharad verch Reynulf, BAO, An Tir - Original Message From: Cin cinbar...@gmail.com To: h-cost h-cost...@indra.com Sent: Saturday, July 25, 2009 4:10:13 PM Subject: Re: [h-cost] CoCo Meet-up How's about the balcony at the bar, 7p on Thursday for a first meet? ...maybe dinner in the hotel for those of us out of town types who want to start into classes the next morning. --cin From: Regina Voorhes reginalaws...@gmail.com I'm thinking, the balcony at the bar? Should be enough room. We can be seen to be conspicuously having fun. What more can we ask? ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Costume College
This is my first CoCo as well, so the hints are nice. I'll look forward to seeing/meeting a few more H-Cost folks in addition to the joy of seeing my Loscon friends more than once this year. I have *no* clue what I'm packing, other than not my Fae Warrior-the wings don't travel well by airplane! JonnaLyhn Wolfcat aka Angharad verch Reynulf, BAO, An Tir ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Costume- and sewing-related Christmas gifts
My roommate gave me a small fabric sewing kit reputed to be an antique Victorian one. It's a dark blue velvet with an old gold silk-type fabric lining. I was given two lengths of fabric I *wanted* during my recent trip to the LA garment district by my friends. Otherwise, that was it this year. Normally my boss gives me a gift card to JoAnn Fabrics, but with the snow in our area, that didn't happen-instead it ended up being Bed, Bath and Beyond. I'll probably end up regifting it, since I don't shop there. JonnaLyhn Wolfcat aka Angharad verch Reynulf, BAO, An Tir ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] All Hallows
I too grabbed random stuff from the closet-mixing and matching odd bits, wig, headdress and some costume prop bits for a nifty Satana. Photo has already been promised, due to threatening promises made locally. :P But judging by the stunned acclamations around the work block, a keeper combination. (Two clerks came running out for kudos and questions no less) JonnaLyhn Wolfcat aka Angharad verch Reynulf, BAO, An Tir ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
[h-cost] testing....
Haven't seen anything on the list since this message.JonnaLyhn Wolfcat aka Angharad verch Reynulf, BAO, An Tir - Original Message From: Cilean [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, June 22, 2008 12:13:16 AM Subject: [h-cost] Low Rise Issue Gottchalks has what they are calling Traditional cut and it has normal rise pants. I have been to Sears and they now have the same sort of pant version, so look for that type and perhaps? It is what you are looking for! Cilean ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Quick suggestions for Hawaii
OOOH, yes! The PCC (Polynesian Cultural Center) was always a favorite place to go when I lived in Waipahu. JonnaLyhn Wolfcat aka Angharad verch Reynulf, BAO, An Tir - Original Message From: Kathy Stormberg [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Historical Costume [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, February 7, 2008 1:35:56 PM Subject: RE: [h-cost] Quick suggestions for Hawaii Yes, there is a great market at the stadium (forget what it is called) but I do not remember that is was everyday. You can buy all the same Hawaii-theme souvenirs, seat covers, clothes, jewelry, etc. but it is cheaper than elsewhere. Worth it to do one-stop souvenir shopping then you can basically forget shopping the rest of the trip. Watch your purse, though. Lots of petty theft. Also the fabric stores there sell Hawaiian print fabric if that is interesting to you. They also have shops dedicated to selling mumus. Check the Yellow Pages when you get there if you can't find out any other way. There used to be a shop in Ala Moana mall that sold Hawaiian quilting themed items; they were nice to look at. There should be Hawaiian style quilts on exhibit someplace. Sorry I can't be more specific; it was eight years ago that I spent a few months there and my memory is hazy, plus a lot may have changed. Have fun! P.S. The number 8 bus runs up and down the main drag of Waikiki pretty frequently and it is often easier to take the bus in this area as parking is terrible. However if you are debating renting a car it is worth a day to circumnavigate the island (1/4 tank of gas in an economy car). The North Shore is very pretty and the waves should still be quite high this time of year. Also the Polynesian Cultural Center (run by the Mormons, incidentally, and next to their college campus) is very nice and is on the windward side of the island. You can take the bus but it is a long ride. From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Thu, 7 Feb 2008 00:42:06 -0500 CC: Subject: [h-cost] Quick suggestions for Hawaii Saturday morning I am leaving for Honolulu, Hawaii...tagging along with my husband on a business trip. I will be returning Sunday the 17th. Can anyone please suggest museums or places of interest for history, costume, and fashion related. I also love gardens and flowers. I have planned to go to the Palace, Pearl Harbor, and someone suggested the market where the Pro Bowl is held (of course after Sunday's game). This person told me there is a great market at the Pro Bowl arena during the week. Is this true? I will be going to no mail for email lists Thursday night. If you have suggestions after that time, please email me privately. I will be checking private email messages starting Monday-Friday from Hawaii. Penny Ladnier, Owner, The Costume Gallery Websites www.costumegallery.com www.costumelibrary.com www.costumeclassroom.com www.costumeencyclopedia.com ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now. http://mobile.yahoo.com/;_ylt=Ahu06i62sR8HDtDypao8Wcj9tAcJ ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Assistance with late Victorian gown patterns please?
My thanks to all who've given me input. The hardest part about going into this is feeling confident enough to get started. I'll be getting together with my sister in law just before Yule, and will get to look at what patterns she has to start with, so hopefully I can be working on the undergarments before New Years. So yes, I'll do an update one what choice(s) I work on then. Katy, thank you for the further information on dress C. I didn't see that on your site or would have put it with the information on the gown like I did for the other two. It makes me feel a lot more confident about the fabrics I picked up from Michael Levine's. Melusine, I'll take you up on that offer-the key part will be determining WHEN I can get to your place. JonnaLyhn Wolfcat aka Angharad verch Reynulf, BAO, An Tir Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find them fast with Yahoo! Search. http://tools.search.yahoo.com/newsearch/category.php?category=shopping ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
[h-cost] Assistance with late Victorian gown patterns please?
Greetings folks! It seems my costuming inspiration has come back with a vengeance. After much lurking and dithering, I'm going to be making two Victorian (or early Edwardian?) outfits in preparation for CostumeCon 26, but need a little help with details. Ageless Patterns for inspirations and then Truly Victorian and Laughing Moon were posited as good starting patterns for me (I don't think the person recommending realized I owned/had access to several of Fran's books). I've been going through my book and the local library's selection, as well as several online sites trying to see what general silhouettes appeal most to me, and it looks like from about 1887 to 1899, and a couple of pieces from 1905 are the ones I'll be trying to focus on, with more of the walking/day type skirts, not the evening gowns. I'm not experienced at drafting up yet, so this will be a good learning experience, no matter what outfits I choose. Plus of course trying to get a decent idea of color combinations and trim/decorative styles for that time period. My sister-in-law will be letting me rifle through her Truly Victorian and Laughing Moon undergarment and basic skirt/bodice patterns, which will help me see better as my computer doesn't show them well. The three primary types of silhouettes I seem to come up with are as follows, with questions at the end. A: http://www.agelesspatterns.com/images/1008.GIF B: http://www.agelesspatterns.com/images/1488.GIF C: http://www.vintagevictorian.com/images/Del_3_94d.jpg A: 1887 Braided Cloth Gown w/Bell Skirt: This gown was made of bluet-blue cloth with a vest of dark blue velvet and braiding in dark blue soutache. The waist is a belted blouse, cut low on the velvet vest, with the fronts connected by a clasp. Design for soutache braid included. B: 1899 Gown Trimmed w/Persian Lamb: The pattern for this terra cotta colored cloth gown trimmed with embroidery and Persian lamb consists of bodice, outer skirt, underskirt and pattern for embroidery. C: I like this piece as well, it looks very similar to 5 of the ones in the 1890's Dover book I've got checked out, or one that's pictured in R. Turner Wilcox's The Mode in Costume out of peacock green with black accents and a violet satin waist and belt. Query 1: On dress A, isn't a Bell Skirt more 1890's? I like the thought of playing with the detailing like this, but am confused at what the back would look like. Is anyone familiar with this particular pattern who can clear it up for me? Also, what is meant by a velvet vest under the waist? Is that simply a sleeved garment under the blouse, or something else? Query 2: Where could I get an idea of what types of trimmings were used so that I can better visualize them? I do okay with only written descriptions, but examples I can see work much better. I have some long lengths of white gimp, a colored fringe and a white gimp/netted tassel combination that I think would look nice on a hem or edging, but that's without any knowledge, and I'd rather have something that doesn't look like an inspired costume. Query 3: Fabrics/colors. I've got a tropical weight bright jade/peacock green wool (almost 20 yards, it was at a thrift store), lots of lightweight black wool (off cuts from a garment store averaging about 2 yards each), 10 yards of an icy greyed lavender faux shot silk, 10 yards of a black orchid grosgrain type fabric and 10 yards of a medium rose linen weave, plus lots of white, black, green and purple bits of velvets, satins, laces and wools that I could pull out for accents. They are all plain fabrics, as is most of my hoard, but I tend to prefer to err that way, than with patterns. Would any of these work? Sorry for the rambling, I stayed up a bit too late reading and playing with images for this last night and am paying for it at work today. Thank you for your time! JonnaLyhn Wolfcat who will also be doing two 1940's outfits-one suit and one evening gown, I have EVIL friends! Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your home page. http://www.yahoo.com/r/hs ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
[h-cost] OT: Checking in from the Pacific NorthWET (and Windy)
It's been a bit dampish here lately...(mocking grin) and I'm ever so glad that Nick and I went into debt on getting a new roof this year with the wind and rainstorms we've been having. My son has 4 staples in his head from the weather causing an accident at school, but is otherwise ok-and I'll have lots of fence/yard repairs to do, but otherwise we're ok. I have to do this at work, as I have no contact with the outer world at home other than my cell phone. Between that and the problems my baking has been giving me this week, I've come *THIS* close to opening up my pretty purple package from the gift exchange (which arrived 11/23!) instead of waiting until the 23rd for our Yule (Teren goes to his dad's on Xmas Eve for 4 days--we celebrate early instead). Hoping that everyone is fine and enjoying the holidays--I have my Mod books in from the library, and hope to read them on the 25th. Jonnalyhn Wolfcat/ Angharat (very glad she's a SCAdian, and thus has heating and cooking equipment!) Do you Yahoo!? Everyone is raving about the all-new Yahoo! Mail beta. http://new.mail.yahoo.com ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Query about Mod and the mid-1960's
I have Hard Day's Night and Help, as well as Modesty Blaise on the list to go to the library today to pick up my holds. I'd forgotten about the Man from UNCLE, thank you! Pics? Judging by the number of pics we had taken as a group with this years fun of Space Cadet Girl Scouts I can guarantee that there will be pictures. Jonnalyhn Wolfcat / Angharat - Original Message From: Lynn Downward [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Historical Costume [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, December 4, 2006 2:50:38 PM Subject: Re: [h-cost] Query about Mod and the mid-1960's For top of the Pops or Op - if you're trying for really Mod, try to find Man from UNCLE, Girl from UNCLE, That Girl, Hulabalu!, Honey West. Go**! I'm dating myself. Also check out Hard Day's Night and Help for British pop clothing. Best of luck, LynnD Hoping we get to see pictures! Need a quick answer? Get one in minutes from people who know. Ask your question on www.Answers.yahoo.com ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Query about Mod and the mid-1960's
Many thanks to all who have given some input on this. There are about 14 of us getting together and doing this grouping, so some of the designers/looks were requested by the others, but sending the information on links for those their way is still very helpful. My library has two books with fashion in the 1960's, and yes, they are on hold already. I'm also thinking of what TV shows or movies would be best to look at (aside from the aforementioned Avengers) for some ideas as well. I'm amused at the way this particular group of fen are influencing me to doing a bit more modern/retro costuming. Some of them are doing a USO type show, hence the 1940's pattern search as well. :-) Jonnalyhn Wolfcat / Angharat Yahoo! Music Unlimited Access over 1 million songs. http://music.yahoo.com/unlimited ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
[h-cost] Query about Mod and the mid-1960's
Greetings everyone! I'm popping out of lurkdom after Worldcon and Loscon to ask for help while setting up another group set of costumes for next year's Friday Night Fun. Wonder of wonders, they are pulling me out of medieval era clothing/costume and into making more early-to-mid 20th century stuff. The theme is Mod as in the mid 1960's. My tighter focus, at least in theory, is going to be closer to the items worn by Diana Riggs in the Avengers, or one of the other similar designers, but I am also finding interesting comments about a couple of other designers. I'll share a few of the ones I don't want for myself with some of the other folks doing the theme who haven't chosen yet as well. So my request is help in finding photos of garments made by John Bates (Jean Varon), Andre Courneges, or Paco Rabanne. I'll be trying to determine a fiber which I can easily wear, as most of the polyester I remember from that time (since I was well, very young then) makes me break out in serious cases of the itchies now. My husband's first vote is for the immediately identifiable first season Emma Peel leather catsuit, but I want to see a few other ideas before I make up my mind. (*grin*) Then to find a nice pair of 1940's patterns for me- one for day and one for evening! Thank you, Jonnalyhn Wolfcat aka Angharat Do you Yahoo!? Everyone is raving about the all-new Yahoo! Mail beta. http://new.mail.yahoo.com ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Holiday Gift Exchange
Thank you for the reminder Dawn! I've been working on some embroidery stuff for mine, and have a purple package from SaraGrace already (arrived on the 23rd) sitting on my bookshelf helping my roommates taunt my curiousity. *grin* Jonnalyhn Wolfcat/ Angharat - Original Message From: Dawn [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Historical Costume [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, November 28, 2006 9:32:10 AM Subject: Re: [h-cost] Holiday Gift Exchange Good morning, I just wanted to remind folks who are participating that your mailing deadline is December 8th. That's 10 days from now. :) If you've lost your giftee's address, please email me privately. Dawn ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume Do you Yahoo!? Everyone is raving about the all-new Yahoo! Mail beta. http://new.mail.yahoo.com ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Book inventory software question
Lynn, I have to agree on the vote for LibraryThing.com. I'd been hearing about it from several friends and after the expensive re-purchasing of 2 research books the weekend before the H-Cost discussion, went in and took the plunge to actually do something with my books. I paid for a lifetime membership, and am almost 3/4 of the way done inputting my books, and working on adding the tags to cross-reference them. You can use the ISBN number, the title or the author's name to input the items, which can save a lot of time. You can also look at other people's opinions on the books by searching under the tags you might use to identify the book, looking for reviews, or checking out profiles of people who have similar books in common. I can also add notes on the book itself, say if it is one of my sf/f books-if it is signed by the author/artist. Eventually, say after this summer season is over, I hope to look up some of the books on my ILL list to see who I know might own one, to ask for a review before using up that slot or paying the money. That way I can do the research on the other regional areas I need for my Journeyman Guild projects. (OBC) Angharat (wolfcat) ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Re: this list
The lecture that Robin is discussing right now is in Oregon, not too far from Portland, as the crow flies. I'm carpooling with 2 others down from the Seattle-Tacoma area to attend. Hey, anyone else willing to have a Red H or something so that we can identify ourselves at the lecture? I know there were others at the Sewing and Stitchery Expo at the beginning of this month, and would have liked to have been able to meet you. Angharad/ Jonnalyhn Wolfcat ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Re: this list
Well, we can't be holograms, or the class wouldn't be sold out! *grin* Angharad/ Jonnalyhn Wolfcat (who will resist the urge to place the H on her forehead) - Original Message From: Althea Turner [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Historical Costume [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, March 22, 2006 12:01:57 PM Subject: Re: [h-cost] Re: this list Are you implying we're Red herrings? :D Actually I'm a pike. Althea ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Babylon 5
Thank you for the quote resource Susan. I need to work on my tailoring skills to do the Ivonava costume. A Centauri or Narn costume would be fun also, but I enjoy her attitude. (BOOM!) Angharad No boom? No boom. No boom today. Boom tomorrow. There's always a boom tomorrow. What? Look, somebody's got to have some damn perspective around here. Boom, sooner or later. BOOM! -- Garibaldi, Sinclair, and Ivanova in Babylon 5:Grail ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Child-friendly sword
Sheridan, I've used rubber daggers in various live-action games (full-contact fighting ones as well as the more 'drama' oriented ones). We picked them up at martial art stores, where you can also buy wooden practice swords or shinai (bamboo practice swords), all three of which should qualify under your friend's qualifications. Angharad / Jonnalyhn Wolfcat ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
