Does anyone have contact info for Peggy (Gerrold), later Peggy Stewart? She used to be from Ohio, I think. She used to deal costumes at conventions with her...
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Oct 1, 2007 1:35 pm
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Hello Folks! Just a quick announcement to let you all know that on-line registration for Arisia 2008 is now open! Surf to <http://2008.arisia.org/masquerade/>...
John Francini
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Oct 2, 2007 12:44 am
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I'm strongly considering heading down to Philly. I haven't' seen Kevin and Andy in a few years (been unable to get out to Gallifrey Con in LA). And I have a...
I received the following through the website as ICG Pres & agreed to forward it to the list. If youhave any interest or know of anyone who is interested please...
I hope my homeys in the Windy City see this! And I know a few of the Cheese Land Posse on the D-List, as well! Henry Osier Chief Spy Costume-Con 28 in...
Gentlebeings: The subject of knitting came up a while back. People should check out this site for something truly fantastic. http://www.bugknits.com/ Think...
We have just released a new issue of the Virtual Costumer to the SiW members. This means that the previous issue (Volume 5, issue 3) is now posted on line and...
Holy flipping WOW! I wonder how long it takes to make one of those 1:144 scale cardigans? What an amazing site! JoAnn in VA [Non-text portions of this...
I know, I know, it's been a long time ... But here it is: Another! long!! Awaited!! ICG NEWSLETTER POLL!!!!!!! (Insert joyous cheering, applause here. Thank...
Good Gawd! I have knitted just enough to be completely gobsmacked! Does this woman knit with straight pins? and I want sox with castles! Susan E ... check out...
Really nice tailoring. Like a suit jacket, and one that fits properly! Tried, and the dang thing sat in my "to do" box with pins in it while I thought it over,...
Even hems. Getting hems to hang at the exact-right length when one is working alone and doesn't own a dressmakers dummy (having no place to put one anyway)...
Checked the area where needles and patterns are sold, and yes...they're pretty much very long, less-pointy straight pins. Good heavens. Just looking at the...
Zippers, any kind of zippers. Once I put in the same zipper backwards three time in a row. Put it in ripped it out repeat. I can do them now, but very slowly,...
Zippers, any kind of zippers. ... Yep, that's my Gordian Knot as well. I just can't seem to get 'em in right, no matter what I do. I've finally given up and...
McClure, Kate (DEX-BLV)
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Oct 8, 2007 4:17 pm
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This site was absolutely mind-blowing. The pieces would be gorgeous even if htey were full size, but as true miniatures they are too amazing to believe. Yours...
Electronics and mechanics. I've been taught several times, and I can certainly solder, etc. with someone directly supervising me, but when I want built in...
You know, maybe these responses could suggest some possiblities for classes at CC. They could address specific questions, and even demonstrate how to do them....
Hello! A friend of mine here in Beer City is looking for a site that has good fake fur. He is looking for brown or gray, along the lines of Grizzly Bear Fur. I...
I can't think of cute or funny presentations for my costumes to save my soul!! Technically I'm there as far as construction goes but I haven't got it in the...
My Achilles heal would be basic sewing stuff. If I don't know something, I just forge boldly ahead. I once put together a costume only to have some kind soul...
I can't think of cute or funny presentations for my costumes to save my soul!! Technically I'm there as far as construction goes but I haven't got it in the...
Welt pockets. Can't do them to save me. So I don't do things that require them, or let Pierre do them - he can do them in his sleep. Also hand sewing - It's...
Ever smell a real life tiger pen? Well hubbys tiger costume that he wears to conventions is starting to take on a realistic stench that is really getting...
Hey JoAnn, Fran Evans here. You might consider trying something like Nature's Miracle or some other such thing that helps eliminate pet urine odor on the...
There is a spray on deodorant for band uniforms that I would try - I don't know what it's called though. Perhaps your local dry cleaner might know - or...
Hi, Well, this is an interesting poll! I usually do my costuming in groups and do the detail work on my own between meetings. Sewed this lovely coat with my...