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8619
well thanks for the heads up. i know the wm here in fairbanks ak has no plans of closing the fabric dept. they make far to much off of it. espesially fleece...
veann snyder
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Feb 1, 2007
8:09 pm
8620
My name is Ross Feldkirchner. My partner, Mark Stanfa and I created this web site, www.GetInCharacter.com to help all those who like to Get In Character and...
Ross Feldkirchner
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Feb 1, 2007
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8621
i'm costuming a production this summer and looking for these items. any ideas? 1-"my fair lady" type ascot dress(black and white one with big bow) pattern ...
teelabythesea
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Feb 3, 2007
11:47 pm
8622
oops! i just bought black lace parasols from a website:--- http://www.theatrehouse.net/ for a production..i joined this site to find answers but i see many ...
teelabythesea
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Feb 3, 2007
11:48 pm
8623
i am new to this group but i am using 5 male "bodies" this summer for a dance production. i am using surfing torn wetsuits and stuffing them and inserting...
teelabythesea
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Feb 3, 2007
11:48 pm
8624
... pattern This is really just a princess seamed dress that has been custom fit to the wearer. You're probably not going to find a fitted dress pattern with...
Cat Devereaux
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Feb 4, 2007
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8625
THANK YOU! Cat Devereaux <CatDevereaux@...> wrote: >>1-"my fair lady" type ascot dress(black and white one with big bow) pattern This...
teela depond
teelabythesea
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Feb 4, 2007
2:46 pm
8626
Every time I've had a problem, someone here has had a great solution for me, so I'm hoping this time will be no different. I'm working on a costume made out of...
saralee20032000
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Feb 5, 2007
8:46 pm
8627
Is the piece of pvc you're using cut on the bias? Is it a curved seam or is it cut straight? Is the problem that the fabric is pulling so you get those...
Sylvia Rognstad
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Feb 5, 2007
8:55 pm
8628
Try Silcone Spray for Sewing. It's a great product. We use it on vinyl and plastics Good Luck, Joy ... [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]...
Costume Gallery
monmouth_the...
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Feb 5, 2007
10:06 pm
8629
Hi, hope this makes it clearer. It's not bias cut, it's a straight seam and yes... I am getting those diagonal wrinkles. Am I unconsiously pulling on the...
saralee20032000
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Feb 5, 2007
11:05 pm
8630
I would try the silicone spray or drops as suggested. I am fortunate to have a Pfaff with an even-feed foot. Actually, that's why I bought it. I make and...
Sylvia Rognstad
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Feb 6, 2007
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8631
I would also try reducing your presser foot pressure, if your machine has that option. Sandy ... "Those Who Fail To Learn History Are Doomed to Repeat It; ...
Pierre & Sandy Pettin...
lichaiya
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Feb 6, 2007
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8632
I once sewed a pvc skirt, and I found that baby powder really worked great. Just clean your sewing machine really well before and after you use it. But it...
Allison Pace
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Feb 6, 2007
5:10 pm
8633
While not really a sewing question this group seems the obvious place to go for the information I need. We are putting on Oliver at the end of the month &...
earhtmother
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Feb 7, 2007
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8634
While not really a sewing question this group seems the obvious place to go for the information I need. We are putting on Oliver at the end of the month &...
earhtmother
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Feb 7, 2007
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8635
Do you think the audience will be able to read the fabric that well? I think if you just put neutral or dark colored cottons, wools and linens in, that should...
Sylvia Rognstad
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Feb 7, 2007
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8636
Hi, a question I think I can help with. I have an industrial Singer machine which has a very even feed, and I still had problems with "bunching" on seams. Most...
Christine
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Feb 7, 2007
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8637
HI-well it depends. cottons with polyester and other synthetics do not read well for that period. heavier less silky fabric has more substance and weight and...
teela depond
teelabythesea
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Feb 7, 2007
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8638
i know that this is off the subject but does anyone know of a website or a group that can help me with this upcoming project. i need to add prosthetics to a...
teelabythesea
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Feb 7, 2007
1:16 pm
8639
try knocking on interior decorator's doors for end bolts of upholstery fabric and leathers and then wash it, distress it, etc.. we used alot of it 2 years ago...
teela depond
teelabythesea
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Feb 7, 2007
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8640
Here are some places to start... http://www.fxsupply.com/ http://www.smooth-on.com/default.htm ... From: teelabythesea <teelabythesea@...> To:...
Brad Gould
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Feb 7, 2007
1:36 pm
8641
Try backstage prosthetics in Canada. I have used them and they are great. ... [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]...
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monmouth_the...
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Feb 7, 2007
3:42 pm
8642
Does anyone have any ideas as to how to take regular jeans and make them look acid washed? We have tried bleach and colour remover and the result just isn't...
David
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Feb 7, 2007
4:35 pm
8643
I've had a similar problem and finally resorted to pool chlorine -- it's strong stuff....
chatteutile
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Feb 7, 2007
8:55 pm
8644
Burman Industries in N. Hollywood has some very good quality pre made foam latex appliences... don't know if they have fat cheeks though, but you might want to...
Rev. Cleve Hall
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Feb 8, 2007
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8645
thank you rev. cleve hall for the lead on facial appliances at burman industries. we're sending someone over there tomorrow! thank you! te "Rev. Cleve Hall"...
teela depond
teelabythesea
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Feb 10, 2007
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8646
I have created some lost boys costumes that need distressing. any suggestions they are made of cotton fabiric witha white backgroun that I want ot grey out....
firstdressdsgn
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Feb 10, 2007
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8647
... Put them on the Lost Boys and give them several pails of mud. Tell the Boys their playing for the Championship of the Universe. After the mud fight, put...
Margaret
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Feb 10, 2007
4:34 pm
8648
Hi, All, This may be the last message I will write on Walmart's decision to stop selling fabric. I was told the last time I bought fabric at our local super...
The Costume Shop
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