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Centerpiece Cents - Creating A Budget For Your Wedding Centerpiece
By Stephanie Smith
Weddings can be expensive and it doesn't take much for the costs to add up. Your wedding centerpieces don't have to be the cause of more financial stress. With a bit of planning you can have beautiful centerpieces without spending a small fortune.

The first and most important step is to have a centerpiece budget, preferably a per table cost because it's an easy way to keep track of your numbers. The number of tables is bound to change as people are added and removed from the guest list, just make sure there is a bit of extra room in your budget to accommodate for this. Any extra centerpieces you may have can be used for the cake or guest book tables and then given to special guests at the end of the festivities.

You don't have to know what you want your centerpieces to look like yet, determine your budget based on what you can afford and what you want to spend. Come up with a reasonable amount, say $10 per table and build that into your overall wedding budget. Play

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with the numbers until the bottom line works with your financial resources.

If your budget doesn't have room for centerpieces once all the necessities are factored in, consider having centerpieces that aren't to be taken home by your guests. Some halls have table decorations that can be used, often for a small charge. It may be an option worth looking into.

Once your budget is set you will need to stick by it. Now is not the time to be impulse buying if you happen to find something that is just irresistible, even though there will be plenty of opportunities to do so! There will be enough unexpected expenses as it is that will wreak havoc on your budget, don't let your centerpieces be one of them. With some careful planning you'll be able to put together great ideas that are within your budget.

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DREAM DIY Tools
<div>Ok, so we've seen the most useful tools thread....what about tools we wish were out there? Post your wishlist....who knows, someone out there may have a solution! <br/> <br/>My list: <br/> <br/>Something to pull the fabric through the back of the machine to keep it straight. <br/> <br/>A "fuel gage" on my bobbin so I'll know to stop before the thread runs out instead of sewing merrily along and not noticing. <br/> <br/>I know there's more, but my bobbin just ran out........</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 6 replies </div>
God put my butt too close to the ground...
<div>so lots (most) triangle scarfs are way too long. By the time I get the pointed end off the ground I've got a hug role around my waist. Currently I have a pretty gray stretchy lace shawl. Can I cut it from the top to make it more sized for me? Will it unravel horribly?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 3 replies </div>
Etana is officially the moderator
<div>Etana <br/>I just got an pm back here on tribe after I asked them to switch it. <br/>Your officially the moderatrix now!!! <br/>woop, woop</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 16 replies </div>
Bra Bases - I know it's in here somewhere?????
<div>Hey guys - I'm having a miserable time trying to find *suitable* bra bases??? Besides going the Fredricks of Hollywood route - does anyone have any suggestions for purchasing cheap STURDY bra bases? </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 17 replies </div>
So I have a Bra Question...
<div>Without getting too much in detail, I need to have a basic tribal-style bra for a show this Saturday. I have the embellishment part down, I think, so I'm not too worried about that, but I know my teacher is going to require that my bra not have the original fastenings on it for the performance. I understand the basics of converting to the criss-cross style back and was planning on doing that. I was going to use 1" twill tape as my new straps, but my question is about doing the back part. <br/> <br/>I was planning on not cutting off the ENTIRE back and sides, but leaving about a 2" "nubbin" of the stretchy sides on each cup, then just folding about 1/2" from the end over my D-ring and sewing it down good. A friend advised me that that wouldn't work, and that I would have to cover my side nubbins in fabric before I could sew them (which takes much more time, which I don't really have and I'd like to leave some "give" in the band). Is this for aesthetic reasons, or structural ones? The sides are not lacy or see-through or anything and I am comfortable leaving them uncovered, but will my stitches not hold in the original side-material?? I don't want the D-ring coming undone mid-dance. <br/> <br/>My only other option is just to use a tube of fabric to cover the straps and back in the meantime, but I think that looks kinda ghetto (just a personal preference).</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 19 replies </div>
Mixed Booty Box - Tracking Thread
<div>Ok, ladies - here's the Tracking Thread for the Mixed Booty Box: <br/> <br/>***If you don't know what this is &amp; are wondering about it, please search for "mixed booty box" in the topics of this tribe. This box is now closed, but once it's done, hopefully a new one will be offered if you're interested &amp; didn't get in on this one. <br/> <br/>For those of you that are in, the order again is: <br/> <br/>1) Bellatrix (me) - KS <br/>2) Angelia - OR <br/>3) Devi S - OR <br/>4) Shamsa - NM <br/>5) Meesh - TX <br/>6) Sabre - TX <br/>7) Hayley - LA <br/>8) Belilah - AL <br/>9) Etana - GA <br/>10) Meggey - NJ <br/>11) Lena - OH <br/> <br/>Please post in this thread both when you have RECEIVED the box &amp; when you have SENT the box to the next person. Please do everything possible to try to send out the box to the next person within one week of receiving it -- keep in mind the poor souls at the end of the line. If tribe goes down for any extended period of time, please email me off-tribe (you should all have the address by now) &amp; let me know the status of the box, so I can update the person after you. <br/> <br/>And don't forget to pay for Delivery Confirmation (an extra $0.65) so that we have a tracking number for the package each time it goes out. Let me know if there are any questions! <br/> <br/>Thanks, <br/>~Bellatrix :)</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 7 replies </div>
Main Picture 11/19/08
<div>Yippee!! I've been wanting to change the picture for months!! <br/> <br/>Who: Dori <br/>What: her first circle skirt <br/>When: posted June 08</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 4 replies </div>
A little help, please?
<div>I've got a pair of dance pants, similar to melos that are too long in the inseam. I've decided the best way to fix them is to take them up at the waist, but can't quite figure out how to do so, since they have an attached over-skirt. There is elastic at the waist, but I'm having a hard time trying to tack up the waistline because of the over-skirt. Any suggestions on how to make this easier? I'm just not greatly proficient at sewing. </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 8 replies </div>
elastic thread...
<div>Make sure it isnt 10 years old, and still on that spool with NO stretch left, then wonder why it isnt working right... AHAHAHAAHAH <br/> <br/>I'm such an idiot sometimes. I blame my pills... <br/>Airhead to the max... <br/> <br/>so.... just remember old stuff dosnt always work the way you think its going to... <br/> <br/>*off to the local fabric type store to see if they have any elastic thread*</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 3 replies </div>
Most USEFUL Costuming Tools List
<div>Since we all DIY costumes here to one extent or another, I thougth it would be cool for us to list some of our fave costuming tools that we use. What are some of your faves? Also, where can we get them and about how much do they cost? <br/> <br/>Here's mine: <br/> <br/>* Tiny CLAMPS. OMG, they are so useful when fitting bras/belts. I found them at Home Depot for about 70 cents each! I bought a half-dozen, in case I need some for more than one project simultaneously. You can use them to clamp down bra straps in place so you know where to put the hooks, on belts so you can keep one side attached while you figure out hook/eye positions on the other side, or just to keep the belt pieces in place while you check the fit for any gaps, etc. These little things are worth their weight in GOLD! <br/> <br/>* Irwin 'Quick Grip" Clamps. I bought 2 of them, don't recall how much they were (available at Home Depot), but they are also an invaulable tool. I use them when I cover bras with pretty costume fabric. I measure my rib-cage and then position the clamps on my kitchen counter so that they are 1/2 my rib-cage measurement apart from each other. To make sure, I'll wrap my measuring tape around the clamps to make sure the measurement matches my rib cage. The clamps have a metal rod that sticks straight up. Then I put the bra on the clamps, as if I was wearing it, so that it's stretched to my size. Then just pin &amp; cut the fabric to the bra and stitch in place. </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 26 replies </div>
Project Goals Nov. 17-Nov. 23
<div>Last week: <br/>Last week <br/>1.Finish Dina's skirt(DONE-DONE-DONE) <br/>I didn't have anything else on the agenda but while watching movies at night <br/>I did the following: <br/>1.Started on a new bra-almost covered it <br/>2.Cut out batting blocks for cotton theory quilts <br/>3.Finished a crochet yarn belt(debating to sell or keep it) <br/>4.Sewed up another skirt to sell(almost done) <br/>5.Finished hem on a skirt that was sitting there for awhile <br/>6.Started on a new necklace for me-half way done <br/>7.Planted 250 tulip bulbs yesterday- <br/> <br/>This week: <br/>1. Mail out Dina's items today <br/>2.Clean up paper work in office <br/>3.Clean up house in general <br/>4.Grocery shop <br/>5.Pick up feed for animals <br/>6.Get house all ready for possible snow this coming weekend <br/>7. Sew whenever I can(will play it by ear again) <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 7 replies </div>
Idea...Lemme know what you think
<div>So I was sitting on the floor doing one project or another and my b/f comes into the room and asks if I could use these metal circle things that were apparently the tops and bottoms of those consontrated juice cans. (His hobby is makeing wine and sometimes uses those. It's great) And I had them sitting in my craft bin of doom and got stuck with the idea that they would be great for the tribal head band and new fringe belt I want to make. Also does anyone know how to make them into half domes? I know it can be done to bottle caps just not sure how.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 3 replies </div>
Flared trouser pattern
<div>I am looking for a pattern for tight fitting hip trousers with a big flare from the knee, I will be making them from gold spandex, I am ploughing through all the pattern makers but can't find anything yet, any ideas?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 4 replies </div>
steampunky goodness
<div>So I was in a made dash for a Halloween costume. I I started making it on the 29th. lol. I spent about $20 at Goodwill and Hobby Lobby and came up with this (I already had the corset and the pantaloons, but everything else was bought and altered or made by hand. <br/> <br/>http://people.tribe.net/c0f7259e-b32f-427d-abd5-1a50abb66b01/photos/85f67fa9-2cff-4df8-9711-8fff309b00e2 <br/>http://people.tribe.net/c0f7259e-b32f-427d-abd5-1a50abb66b01/photos/4de4366d-89ae-42d6-8905-4f33f00b7ac0 <br/>http://people.tribe.net/c0f7259e-b32f-427d-abd5-1a50abb66b01/photos/f15e1a00-3c40-48d8-92bf-d053a5edfaa9 <br/>http://people.tribe.net/c0f7259e-b32f-427d-abd5-1a50abb66b01/photos/70873103-9783-4f2a-ba94-9e3a766ca55c <br/> <br/>I love the hair fascinator, but the goggles are my prize piece. I love them so much! <br/>The skirt was a satin sheet I stuffed with tulle for a bustle. I didn't get a good picture of the back, unfortunately. The shirt I bought and added the lace cuffs to. <br/> <br/>What do you think?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 6 replies </div>
Kuchiness at Michaels
<div>Hi Ladies, <br/> <br/>It's been awhile since I've posted. If you haven't been to your local Michaels lately, GO NOW! :) <br/> <br/>They have a section with kuchi like pendants and stuff to make your own and really nice size large medallions that you can use on headpieces or wherever. Here is a link to the different projects they have for the Global Nomad line.. Great stuff and relatively inexpensive. <br/> <br/>http://www.michaels.com/art/online/search?pageNumber=1&amp;channel=0&amp;search=yes&amp;type=0&amp;searchWords=global+nomad&amp;as_fid=76</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 9 replies </div>
Blind Hem Stitch
<div>from Threadbanger <br/>http://www.threadbanger.com/episode/THR_20080530</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 0 replies </div>
How to make a sword sheath/ cover/ carrying case
<div>Bought a great sword (my 1st one!) from Audrena. Here's the link (http://www.audrena.com/BalancingSword.php) and I have the 2007 Style. When ordered, there were no cases available. So, I am walking around w/ my lovely sword in a bath towel. Any advice on how to make or where to buy a reasonably price "cover" would be appreciated. If you know a wholesaler, that would be great as a lot of my BD classmates have the same issue -- sword and no case. Thanks! Kim</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 6 replies </div>
gown to bellydance gown?
<div>I shop at the Salvation Army a lot, and I always see these gorgeous gowns (prom, bridesmaid, etc.) there, generally for under $20.00. <br/> <br/>I know that they would/should be able to be converted into something cabaret-ish/tribaret-ish for bellydance, but I'm drawing a blank on how to do it. <br/> <br/>Has anyone converted a regular gown into something for bellydance and, if so, would you share pictures? Not trying to copy someone else's idea but looking for a jumping off point of my own. Thanks.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 14 replies </div>
these horns!!!
<div>http://videogames.yahoo.com/events/blizzcon-photo-gallery/blizzcon-gallery-page-2/1265538 <br/> <br/>these chicks at a warcraft convention (they're costumes are making me want to play!! haha) have horns that i NEED. does anyone want to speculate as to how they were made? <br/>can these things be purchased? i have this whole idea for a costume and i neeeeeeeeeed horns =p </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 10 replies </div>
Anyone ever altered a Banjara skirt?
<div>I just bought an awesome Banjara skirt (not a mini) and I need to cut off the mirrored top part of the skirt - which breaks my heart, but it's not useable as-is. <br/> <br/>Any advice on the best way to do this?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 9 replies </div>
felting?
<div>Just about to embark on a project doing some felting which I've never done before. Have you lovely ladles and jellyspoons got any handy tips for successful felting?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 17 replies </div>
How to make a poof dress
<div>from Threadbanger viewer <br/>it starts off slow(she needs a charisma transplant or she's just nervous) <br/>http://www.threadbanger.com/thread-heads/episode/iST_20081106</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 1 reply </div>
How to make a reversible messenger bag
<div>to stuff your bd gear <br/>from threadbanger forum <br/>http://forum.threadbanger.com/showthread.php?t=10935</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 1 reply </div>
Clear Backing For Bindi?
<div>I've tried searching through various tribes and threads to no avail. I have some lovely jewels I got to create a DIY bindi but don't know what to use for the backing. <br/> <br/>Thanks!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 2 replies </div>
Tracking Booty Box #2, Part Deux
<div>Started anew because of the length of the other thread. <br/> <br/>I have sitting on my table the Mahhhhhvelous Booty Box #2. Yippeee! Where do I send it next??????? <br/> <br/>Too much in it for me to keep, might as well keep it moving...</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 7 replies </div>
Etana as moderator
<div>Almost three months ago, Angelina passed the baton to me. <br/> <br/>http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes/thread/53696f8c-876a-4ef7-8665-8c2203b0ac9c <br/>"The time has come for a new moderatrix"......back about 3 pages, August ((in case you can't use my *link* - I'm not so good at getting those to work)) <br/> <br/>Anyway, her efforts with the changeover seem to have gotten lost in tribe's big cracks of trouble. So, I'm asking folks to chime in here - so we can send this on to the powers-that-be (or not, whichever the case). <br/> <br/>How say you?? <br/> <br/> <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 67 replies </div>
How to make a bindi?????
<div>Hi Everyone - <br/>I'm interested in learning how to make bindis for bellydance. Anyone know how? I have some really cool ideas in my head, and I want to make some bindis as Xmas presents for dancer friends. :) <br/>Thanks! <br/>- Ayperi </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 1 reply </div>
Tribal Booty Box - Back from the Dead!
<div>Let me start out by apologizing for the ridiculous delay. Things went sort of haywire in my world after Gustav hit. I think I might have had about 3 massage clients the entire month of September and October hasn't been so great, either (though it is slowly starting to pick back up). Honestly, the only way we've been able to eat is by doing fire performances (which there has fortunately been quite a few of) and by the generosity of my awesome parents. SO...I haven't been able to spare even the dinky amount of cash to get this thing rolling. <br/> <br/>HOWEVER...Katie/Pyra, being the kick ass woman she is, has offered to send it on it's way. Say it with me..."THANK YOU KATIE!!!!" :) <br/> <br/>SOOOOOO....Is everyone still in? As soon as we have a roll call, we'll get it out. <br/> <br/>For now, the mixed box is on hold, unless someone else wants to take over as box mom.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 27 replies </div>
TUTORIAL: Easy Panel Skirt
<div>Here's my latest tutorial (sorry it took so long to do a new one!) for a super easy and fast panel skirt. These are great for both tribally looks and costumes that have a more cabaret type flavor to them. The link below will take you to the FLICKR set, and then the step-by-step photos are there (with accompanying text below each image). Let me know if you have any questions. <br/> <br/>Enjoy! <br/> <br/>http://www.flickr.com/photos/mishakitty/sets/72157608914251905/ <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/>x-posted all about!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 2 replies </div>
My fingers are dying!!!
<div>This is my latest project...finished after 3 days of almost non-stop sewing and beading...I did cover this one and removed, then reinforced the straps with ribbon...and the back is ribbon laced, too. It's going to be part of a costume I'm working on for a hafla in January. The rest is an off-white, very Victorian looking skirt and a lovely Indian belt that I've added to, also. Once it's all finished, I'll post pics. <br/> <br/>What do you think? Worth the finger torture? <br/> <br/>http://people.tribe.net/d8d66e42-46f6-45f7-88d0-4c16d6a75f3b/photos/2094777d-18d9-4dd8-bd2e-640d8ed2be7f</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 4 replies </div>
Inspiration again
<div>http://s93.photobucket.com/albums/l45/trinicarnivaldiary/TRIBE%20BIRDS%20OF%20A%20FEATHER%20CLOSE%20UPS/?start=all</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 0 replies </div>
Gypsy/Flamenco skirt help please!
<div>I want to make a skirt like the one in this video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YnB14wh_-KY <br/> <br/>I have a couple of questions that I really need help answering: <br/> <br/>1. What kind of fabric should i be using to make it swirl like that (about 45 seconds in)? <br/>2. I know its made of panels, but how many circles is that skirt made up of. As in, if I was making it as a circle skirt, is it one full circle, 1 and a half, or two full circles? I hope that makes sense. <br/> <br/>Also, if anyone has a link to a pattern (free preferably) that would be great! <br/> <br/>Thanks in advance! </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 13 replies </div>
Inspiration
<div>I thought these pictures would inspire-they are gorgeous costumes <br/>Head Pieces <br/>http://s93.photobucket.com/albums/l45/trinicarnivaldiary/Harts%20Persian%20Empire%202009/?action=view&amp;current=DSCN2128.jpg <br/> <br/>http://s93.photobucket.com/albums/l45/trinicarnivaldiary/Harts%20Persian%20Empire%202009/?action=view&amp;current=DSCN2127.jpg <br/> <br/>http://s93.photobucket.com/albums/l45/trinicarnivaldiary/Harts%20Persian%20Empire%202009/?action=view&amp;current=DSCN2126.jpg <br/> <br/>http://s93.photobucket.com/albums/l45/trinicarnivaldiary/Harts%20Persian%20Empire%202009/?action=view&amp;current=DSCN2123.jpg <br/> <br/>http://s93.photobucket.com/albums/l45/trinicarnivaldiary/Harts%20Persian%20Empire%202009/?action=view&amp;current=DSCN2046.jpg <br/> <br/>http://s93.photobucket.com/albums/l45/trinicarnivaldiary/Harts%20Persian%20Empire%202009/?action=view&amp;current=DSCN2053.jpg</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 5 replies </div>
Argh what do I do now my local fabric store has closed
<div>There I was quite chuffed with myself that I found a glittery, but not scratchy, silver hair band to go with my outfit for the Hafla. Skipped to my fabric store to look for items to decorate it with and it had closed due to flooding. <br/> <br/>Does anyone know of any UK online resources where I can get sparkly and feathery adornments and if poss offcuts of purple velvet???? <br/> <br/>I only have 4 weeks to go and cant chance an overseas company which is kinda sucky</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 1 reply </div>
Victorian Steampunk Skirt
<div>how to make one <br/>http://community.livejournal.com/steamfashion/791377.html</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 3 replies </div>
aloha do you ladies have a section for DIY things for sale?
<div>i'm looking to part with a bunch of plain white silk nightgowns that I don't have time to dye..do you have a forum (other than bellydance swap) for that? <br/> <br/>thanks much <br/>Jesennia <br/>www.akaisilks.com <br/>akaisilksinfo@yahoo.com </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 1 reply </div>
Inspiration 2
<div>more gorgeous stuff that would be awesome bra and belt pieces <br/>http://s93.photobucket.com/albums/l45/trinicarnivaldiary/Harts%20Persian%20Empire%202009/?action=view&amp;current=DSCN1951.jpg <br/> <br/>http://s93.photobucket.com/albums/l45/trinicarnivaldiary/Harts%20Persian%20Empire%202009/?action=view&amp;current=DSCN1954.jpg <br/> <br/>http://s93.photobucket.com/albums/l45/trinicarnivaldiary/Harts%20Persian%20Empire%202009/?action=view&amp;current=DSCN1948.jpg <br/> <br/>http://s93.photobucket.com/albums/l45/trinicarnivaldiary/Harts%20Persian%20Empire%202009/?action=view&amp;current=DSCN1961.jpg <br/> <br/>http://s93.photobucket.com/albums/l45/trinicarnivaldiary/Harts%20Persian%20Empire%202009/?action=view&amp;current=DSCN1965.jpg <br/> <br/>http://s93.photobucket.com/albums/l45/trinicarnivaldiary/Harts%20Persian%20Empire%202009/?action=view&amp;current=DSCN1969.jpg <br/> <br/>http://s93.photobucket.com/albums/l45/trinicarnivaldiary/Harts%20Persian%20Empire%202009/?action=view&amp;current=DSCN1991.jpg <br/> <br/>http://s93.photobucket.com/albums/l45/trinicarnivaldiary/Harts%20Persian%20Empire%202009/?action=view&amp;current=DSCN1999.jpg <br/> <br/>http://s93.photobucket.com/albums/l45/trinicarnivaldiary/Harts%20Persian%20Empire%202009/?action=view&amp;current=DSCN2007.jpg <br/> <br/>http://s93.photobucket.com/albums/l45/trinicarnivaldiary/Harts%20Persian%20Empire%202009/?action=view&amp;current=DSCN2011.jpg <br/> <br/>http://s93.photobucket.com/albums/l45/trinicarnivaldiary/Harts%20Persian%20Empire%202009/?action=view&amp;current=DSCN2017.jpg <br/> <br/>http://s93.photobucket.com/albums/l45/trinicarnivaldiary/Harts%20Persian%20Empire%202009/?action=view&amp;current=DSCN2022.jpg <br/> <br/>http://s93.photobucket.com/albums/l45/trinicarnivaldiary/Harts%20Persian%20Empire%202009/?action=view&amp;current=DSCN2024.jpg</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 1 reply </div>
Bellydance music at Dollar Tree!
<div>I thought "No way!" But there it was! "Magical Bellydance"! It's actually a pretty good CD! Going to pick up the rest of them tomorrow for my friends!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 4 replies </div>
What part do I need to get altered help!!!!!!!
<div>So my lovely bellydance top and gloves/gauntlets arrived today. And my arms mustve toned up coz the size I ordered was correct at time of ordering but with a 4 week wait coz its an import the gloves are too baggy. <br/> <br/>Now they are a little long me being a shortie my arms are in proportion, and when I pull em taught they seem ok. Do I need to get them shortened and have stronger elastic put in at the bicep part or do I need to do that and get them taken in at the seam so that when I bend my arms they dont sag? <br/> <br/>Top fits the girls ok lol but its tie at the back and its a broadish tie which my chunky back is causing to curl in on itself and cause a back version of a muffin top. Its silk so can I get hooks and eyes put in, and turn it into a bra fastening back and just leave the neck 'ribbon' as a tie or wont that work on silk?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 2 replies </div>
Pirate Bellydance Costume - need ideas
<div>Hello lovely and talented people! I need to pick your brains about a pirate bellydance costume. I have a rough idea of a Turkish vest with off-shoulder gypsy blouse underneath, 25-yard skirt, and salwar, but I could use some input as to color/pattern schemes and what to do for a belt. Thanks!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 10 replies </div>
decoupage bracelets
<div>cool way to add to your jewelry <br/>http://onepearlbutton.blogspot.com/2008/09/reasons-to-celebrate.html</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 2 replies </div>
...new Dharma iDye try-out
<div>I was excited to see Dharma Trading putting out a dye that could be used in the washing machine. I'm not much into dying fabrics, etc - but I like having the option. ;-) Oh, I know, the grocery store brand is out there - but I think I like having the experience of Dharma in that little color packet. <br/> <br/>So, here goes my review... <br/> <br/>item to dye: white cotton jersey dress &amp;lt;bought from Dharma) <br/>color: "Brilliant Blue" - 1packet <br/>washing machine method - hot water - 45 minutes - then washed in cold with a touch of detergent / rinsed in cold - lightly dried in the dryer / currently on hanger to finish by air drying <br/>The color is just what I wanted. The dress isn't quite dry and looks splotchy due to damp spots...but it's not all due to that. It looks like the dye took a bit unevenly. I don't fault Dharma for this - they state the brighter colors might need 2 packets. <br/> <br/>item to dye: 3 rayon sashes (6"x72")(and yep, from Dharma) <br/>color: "Chartreuse" 1 packet <br/>stove top method (washer doesn't have super low water level setting) - simmered 30 minutes / stirring frequently - washed lightly by hand with a drop or two of dish detergent - rinsed &amp; lightly dried in dryer - may need to rinse again, in the machine, just to be sure they're rinsed out well <br/>Again, the color turned out well. I think I was expecting something a little lighter in shade, but overall, I'm pleased. <br/> <br/>My next project will be the scrap left over from my tablecloth skirt. I want to experiment with the dye (black) for polyesters. ((Remember, I made this skirt from inexpensive tablecloths from WallyWorld.)) <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 12 replies </div>
Project Goals Nov. 10- Nov. 16
<div>Last week <br/>1.Finish Dina's skirt <br/>thats it-I'm sure she is sick of me posting it here and never seeming to finish it <br/> <br/> <br/>Almost done <br/> <br/> <br/>This week: <br/>will update this later today when I go through things <br/> <br/> <br/>your turn</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 5 replies </div>
how to make button legwarmers/spats
<div>http://laupre.wordpress.com/2008/02/25/tutorial-easy-buttoned-legwarmers/</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 4 replies </div>
AH IT RIPPED! =(
<div>... so I have about 100 bucks worth of georgette fabric... two seperate circle skirts to be layered. Nice great I love it. And I was fussing with the one that is all done (just needed hem) and it pulled out of the bias tape casing! so its georgette fine nasty stuff thats trying to pull little threads and making it all catty whompus <br/> <br/>so what do I do? I mean I can't just take it apart and shove it back together! =( I'm not good with fine fabrics like this... only with cheap stuff or heavy jacards! help! I'll take a picture later right now I'm going to go to bed and not cry... its all hand sewn, I don't have a machine! meh... help help! </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 13 replies </div>
Crochet patterns more
<div>head piece <br/>http://www.agoodyarn.net/PT_beaded_knitting.htm <br/> <br/>crochet top <br/>http://www.garnstudio.com/lang/en/visoppskrift.php?d_nr=95&amp;d_id=6&amp;lang=en <br/> <br/>bikini top <br/>http://www.adriafil.com/html/img/riviste/mag40/modelli/file_istruzioni/uk/bikinicalla.pdf?PHPSESSID=2a5c478e6a98a33b509c96d9627d96fb <br/> <br/>http://www.adriafil.com/html/img/riviste/mag40/modelli/file_istruzioni/uk/4-5.pdf <br/> <br/>http://www.adriafil.com/html/img/riviste/mag40/modelli/file_istruzioni/uk/mimosa.pdf <br/> <br/>Jewelry <br/>http://www.crochetpatterncentral.com/directory/jewelry.php <br/> <br/>www.craftypod.com/?cat=97 <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/>Bangles <br/>http://www.berroco.com/exclusives/jj_bangles/jj_bangles.html <br/> <br/>choker <br/>http://www.theanticraft.com/archive/lugh06/asphyxiation.htm <br/> <br/>http://berroco.com/exclusives/aurum/aurum.html <br/> <br/>bangle <br/>http://www.knittingdaily.com/freepatterns/crochet/crochet_bangle_bracelet_pattern15-1.html <br/> <br/>beaded bracelet <br/>http://www.michaels.com/art/online/projectsheet?pid=e03118 <br/> <br/>http://www.futuregirl.com/craft_blog/2007/07/crochet-beaded-bracelet_30.html <br/> <br/>beaded necklace <br/>http://donnascrochetdesignstheblog.blogspot.com/2007/07/free-beaded-necklace-crochet-pattern.html <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 1 reply </div>
online crochet patterns for bellydance costumes?
<div>There's so many free patterns online and I could spend hours looking...so I've come to the experts! Does anyone have a listing of free online crochet patterns for items that could be used for bellydance? I'm thinking of fingerless gloves/gauntlets, shrugs or belly tops, maybe a full mesh body cover....what else is there that bellydancers could use? If anyone can help me narrow down my search it would be so appreciated...you all know how precious time is to a busy bellydancer!!! Thank you so much everyone! <br/>Margaret</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 3 replies </div>
How to make a zill bag
<div>http://www.kawakib.com/page-31.html</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 0 replies </div>
knitting fingerless gloves
<div>http://craftchatwithsewiknit2.blogspot.com/2008/11/noro-fingerless-mittens.html</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 1 reply </div>
How to make a fish tail skirt
<div>http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a68/Cattislearningtofly/fishtail/2008-09-04006.jpg</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 2 replies </div>
Pictures of belt and necklace projects
<div>Woo hoo! I finally finished several belts that I had been working with on and off for some time. There's also a necklace that I had painted to look like claws and a few other projects thrown in. I'm so happy to get them out of the way. Though I think I need to add a little something more to the bra. <br/> <br/>I'm providing a link to my recycled craft site since I seem to have problems uploading here. Maybe my files are too big? <br/> <br/>All projects involve using some recycled materials. <br/> <br/>http://mysite.verizon.net/resr33wg/</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 4 replies </div>
Chiffon sleeves/armbands
<div>I am going to attempt to make chiffon armbands to match a skirt. I do not have a serger and I dont do a lot of sewing. so here is my question, from pictures I can figure out a pattern, but what is the best looking way to finish it without a serger. Im thinking a rolled edge but how do I do that on a regular sewing machine??? Or is there a better way??? Thanks</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 14 replies </div>
Preparing fabric for sewing
<div>http://www.ca.uky.edu/HES/fcs/FACTSHTS/CT-MMB-211.pdf <br/> <br/>http://www.chezirene.com/articles/precostuming/prepsew.html</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 1 reply </div>
How to make a coin headpiece
<div>http://maine.tribe.net/template/pub%2Coc%2CDetail.vm?topicid=670da238-c77d-4cc9-853b-a70e449593d1&amp;plugin=blog&amp;inst=3940185</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 0 replies </div>
Mixed Booty Box anyone?
<div>Seeing as how Nicole's life has been topsy-turvy as of late thanks to Gustav, I have volunteered to take over as Box Mom for the Mixed (ie, both Cab &amp; Tribal...and everything in between) Booty Box. <br/> <br/>First, for those of you who don't know what the Booty Boxes are...as Nicole said, it's a way to get cool new stuff in exchange for the stuff you have that you don't want anymore. The Box Mom gets a box and puts random bits and pieces in it (DIY components, finished pieces, fabric, etc.). She sends it to the first person on the list who takes some out and puts more in, then sends it to the next person and so on, until the end of the line when it goes back around to the first couple of people, so make up for the original skimpiness of the box. <br/> <br/>RULES OF THE MIXED BOX: <br/> <br/>1) To keep it from going on forever, sign-up will be limited to the first 10 people to respond here (we'll do others later if you don't get it on this one). <br/> <br/>2) I will then PM you to ask for your mailing address details, and will give you my contact information in return. <br/> <br/>3) To keep everything flowing well, we ask that you (a) post when you receive &amp; mail out the box in the "Mixed Box Tracking" thread that I will start when I send it out &amp; (b) that you send out the box to the next person within ONE WEEK of receiving it. <br/> <br/>4) The "box" will be the large USPS Priority Mail Flat-Rate Box, which has a postage cost of $12.95 PLUS $0.65 for delivery confirmation (gives us a tracking number, so we don't "lose the box in the mail"). <br/> <br/>5) Each person will take items out &amp; put items in. Be sure to put your name on the items you add to the box so that the person who ends up with the item can thank you/ask you questions about it/squeee over it... Items can be cabaret, tribal, tribaret, steampunk, gothic...they can be trims, baubles, fabric, hair adornments, costume pieces...you name it! So long as it can reasonably fit in the box, it's ok. <br/> <br/>Alright - first come, first serve -- who wants in on this round?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 22 replies </div>
Knit and Crochet Gauntlet patterns from Stitch Diva
<div>Stitch Diva is having a sale on all their patterns. Check out these cute gauntlets. I might have to try hairpin lace! <br/>http://www.stitchdiva.com/ProductInfo.aspx?productid=SDS-050</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 2 replies </div>
Remember...
<div>To oil your MACHINES! <br/> <br/>I always seem to forget untill the poor machine is yelling at me.... Then I realize how LOUD it was and hope that it dosnt hate me for long afterwards!!! <br/> <br/>I tore apart my serger case this evening, and oiled up everything I could get to, and oh my does it sound like magic! <br/>My normal machine just got oiled a few days ago. I should have done the serger then!!! <br/> <br/>But yah... Love and adore your machines!!! <br/> <br/>Who else forgets??? LOL</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 9 replies </div>
one line vendor for eyelet tape
<div>its a company from England (I'm guess from the lb's *-* pricing) <br/> two word like cora devlsdjf something <br/>do corseting <br/>eyelet tape was was NOT cotton twill tape, small black eyelets much more refined looking <br/> <br/>and now I can't the effing thing. It wasn't on Ebay... it was just a regular site. they had a link for stormtrooper kits too b/c apparently storm troopers overlap with corseting?? shrug I don't know... it was a nice simple design, menu was on the left... purple and green with a crest/heading on the top. <br/> <br/>grumble grumble. any thoughts? </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 5 replies </div>
Halloween
<div>what are making for yourself? <br/>what are making for others? <br/> <br/>me , nothing. I have enough costumes to choose one and mix and match. <br/>Past costumes- Catwoman, Harley Quinn, Elektra, Vampire Mermaid, Pirate Belly dancer, Psylocke, Ninja , etc. <br/> <br/>My kids <br/>oldest doesn't dress, 10 year old want to be Dracula from the Van Helsing movie <br/>http://erikaschiquis.blogspot.com/2008/08/well-another-sleepless-night.html <br/>and the 6 year old is gonna be Indiana Jones <br/> <br/>Hubby -well if he even dresses up- I found the joker costume I made him.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 25 replies </div>
Project Goals Nov. 3-Nov. 9
<div>Stupid time change! <br/>Anyway, last week <br/>1. Finish Dina's skirt(still working on) <br/>2. Finish Dracula costume(done) <br/>I also finished a Jedi costume for the 16 year old-cloak and all. <br/> <br/>This week <br/>1.Finish Dina's skirt <br/>thats it-I'm sure she is sick of me posting it here and never seeming to finish it <br/> <br/>Your turn</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 4 replies </div>
Project Goals Oct. 20 - Oct. 26
<div>LAST WEEK: <br/>* put hem on circular veil - DONE <br/>* make wrist-cuffs for steampunk outfit - DONE (they're sooooo cute!) <br/>* rehearse, rehearse, rehearse, rehearse!!! - DONE...well, stil doing, it never stops................ <br/> <br/>THIS WEEK: <br/>* make harem pants for client <br/>* put hem on troupemate's circular veil <br/>* put new waistband on 2 pairs of jeans <br/>* decide on Halloween costume &amp; create/adjust/tailor accordingly <br/>* rehearse, rehearse, PERFORM! (eeeeek...) <br/> <br/>Your turn... :)</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 12 replies </div>
Make a stripe bra...
<div>heh... saw on etsy... I know its evil to "expose" someones trick, but alas... its too easy to figure out! <br/> <br/>stripe pantyhose or socks. stretch and sew! <br/>easy peasy stripe bra! (or any pattern you can find) <br/> <br/>lookie at www.sockdreams.com <br/> <br/>I'mma gonna make one! I have some stripe pantyhose... that dont fit... =) </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 13 replies </div>
H'ween goodies
<div>I just picked up some nice black/orange striped pantyhose &amp; made a pull-over top - they were on sale too. There were also black/green but am trying to cut back :-)</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 3 replies </div>
How to make needle holders
<div>http://melissagoodsell.typepad.com/day_to_day/tutorial---easy-needle-holder/</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 0 replies </div>
Arm Bands
<div>Here's a tutorial on some fabric ones <br/>http://craftingforcheapskates.blogspot.com/2008/08/arm-cuff.html</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 0 replies </div>
Happy Halloween and
<div>who's still sewing for today or tonight? <br/>Fishing up on my son's Dracula(Van Helsing movie)jacket. <br/>I also have to finish the Jedi costume for the 16 year old who doesn't dress hardly but <br/>he took the Jedi cloak to school this morning-wearing it out. <br/>Oh , and I have to make their bags <br/>shoot me!!!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 7 replies </div>
This skirt?
<div>Hi everybody, this is my first post in this tribe and I really hope that any of you talented people can help me with this: <br/>I would like to sew a skirt similar to the one Didem is wearing in this video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lYYTsarAqmg but I have no idea how to make one! I'm not that experienced in sowing or patternmaking but I was hoping to get some help or inspiration from this excellent tribe... </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 10 replies </div>
How to cut a t shirt into a choli?
<div>I can't find the thread that gave instructions on how to take an old t shirt and cut it into a choli with long ties that go around your back. Can anyone help? <br/>Also, is there a way of altering blouses into cholis as well? Is it as simple as cutting them to expose the belly, elastic around to keep it from riding up, and maybe removing the sleeves if desired? I'm thinking the neckline/collar would keep you from having a bit of cleavage showing. Thanks to all. <br/>Margaret</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 12 replies </div>
Beading a stretch mesh tummy cover....
<div>I've been thinking about a little project. I might have posted a picture of this within the last year, but I don't recall where I posted it. If I can find it, I'll post a link. <br/> <br/>I remember seeing a costume for sale... it was a lovely turquoise blue bedleh worn with a black skirt. The owner of the costume paired this ensemble with what appeared to be a black mesh tummy cover that had some matching blue sequinned appliques on it. It made a bedleh/skirt combination look more like an Egyptian dress! I really like the idea as on rare occasion, I have been offered gigs where I need to be more "covered up" in the midriff area, which isn't what I do (so I had to decline). So rather than spending $600 on a dress, I thought it would be a cool idea to just buy one or two of these midriff covers and embellish them a little to match a couple of my bedlehs. <br/> <br/>I was just wondering about sewing beads/beaded appliques on stretch mesh. How do you do this and accommodate for the stretch in the fabric? I know if you don't allow for the stretch, the fabric will at least pucker, or worse, run/tear! Let's assume I'll use an applique... how would you go about sewing on an applique to a stretch mesh midriff cover? <br/> <br/>(PS) I'm planning on ordering them from DesignsbyJanie (of Wiggles of the West fame!). </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 10 replies </div>
swords
<div>I'm in the market to buy my frist sword. Would love some input s to what some of teh recommended preferences are. <br/>What you find to be teh ideal weight and length. If you know of a good place to purchase one, would love the feedback. <br/>Namaste <br/>diane</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 7 replies </div>
Project Goals Oct. 27-Nov. 2
<div>Last week: <br/>1. Finish Dina's skirt(still working on) <br/>2. Finish Dracula costume(still working on) <br/> <br/>same for this week <br/>I know-how lame <br/> <br/>anyway <br/>your turn</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 9 replies </div>
Bra gap problem
<div>Hi, just made my first costume--sort of a 20s vamp theme--and while I was pleased with it over all, I couldn't stop the left side (the twins' less attractive member--from gapping at the top. I tried tape, padding, tightening and re-tightening the straps, covering said padding, sticking yet more padding beneath and it finally came down to, "Okay, that back bend is just going to have to be a lean back". <br/> <br/>Story of my life. Very depressing. <br/> <br/>Any suggestions? No surgery planned in the near future, so I imagine I'll run into this problem again...sigh.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 5 replies </div>
25 yard skirts
<div>I may never have the patience to make one, but they are so pretty! I'm curious as to the width of the tiers for a skirt with a 25 yard hem. I've made 10 yard skirts, with four tiers, and I just rip strips of fabric selvage to selvage, then sew these together. I use one strip for the top tier, 2 for the second, 4 for the third, and 7 or 8 for the fourth. How many strips would you use in making a 25 yard-er? I'm guessing the bottom tier would be around 20, but what about the others?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 13 replies </div>
Ruffler Foot and Shirring Foot
<div>To make your fabulous tiered skirts even faster than the standard way theirs two ways to speed it up. <br/> <br/>For those with only a sewing machine, theres the ruffler foot. <br/>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qu8m0dop-iA&amp;feature=related <br/> <br/>For those who also have a serger/overlock there's the shirring foot. <br/>http://www.sewingmachine-sales.co.uk/sewing_machine_info/video/18/gathering-shirring-foot.html</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 3 replies </div>
tubing like stuff around stretchy shirts to cover raw edges
<div>what is this called? i couldn't find it to buy it at the fabric store! <br/>thanks,</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 4 replies </div>
I got a new machine!
<div>I'm super excited, my wonderful dude got me a new Janome machine for my b-day. I guess he got tired of listening to me swear at my 30 year old Singer. I read thru the manual last night, and today I will be scheduling a class at local dealer on how to use it, there are more buttons and whistles on this thing than I will ever figure out on my own. I almost peed from excitement when I realized it had automatic needle threading. </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 3 replies </div>
working w/ stretch lace
<div>Good morning DIYers. Zina here asking for advice... <br/> <br/>Garment: strech lace top that I wanted to crop. I took out the lining (it was ugly), cut down around the neckline and cropped the bottom. At the neckline I didn't want a raw edge. I also didn't want the neck to stretch any more so what to do??? I took thin bias tape and attached it to the neckline. It looks nice and finished but worked exactly the opposite of what I wanted. The neckline is now all stretched out so it gapes and is ruffly. What did I do wrong? I can take the bias tape off but how can I finish the neckline without stretching it all out? <br/> <br/>Thank you much.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 2 replies </div>
stretch lace top, again
<div>I posted this earlier from another computer now it's gone...spooky... <br/> <br/>I cropped a stretch lace top after removing the ugly lining. The neckline was really high so I cut it down, too. In order to not have a raw cut at the neck, I attached small width bias tape. The tape totally stretched out the neck so it gapes when I have it on and move. What did I do wrong? What would be a better way of finishing the neck to have a pretty edge but retain the stretch? <br/> <br/>Thanks much.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 1 reply </div>
Do you think this will work
<div>Have seen a nice diamante Alice Band which is basically two thin silver bands joined at sides with a wavy diamante line going between. My outfit is mainly purple and silver so was thinking of trying to get a broad purple or purple metallic band the correct width and hot gluing the two togther so purple shows betwen the diamantes <br/> <br/>What do we think?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 4 replies </div>
completed costume in action
<div>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kkRnCQEYuiY <br/> <br/> <br/>This is my green and yellow costume that I had been working on for about a year... word of advise.. the clasp behind your neck... use some sort of double clasp or sew it solid and pull over your head!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 8 replies </div>
making a white shirt off-white?
<div>i was thinking a really light teastaining might do it? <br/>my top for the Bride costume is EXTREMELY white, adn the hipscarves i borrowed aren't quite as white, and i want to change the tshirt to match? <br/>or maybe i could wash it with like... hm... something yellow or brown??</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 6 replies </div>
Really Dedicated
<div>You thought you were dedicated to sewing/crafting,etc <br/>but this girl really , really is <br/>http://www.flickr.com/photos/ohsweetie/2916216699/</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 24 replies </div>
Tracking B-Dance Booty Box - #2
<div>Woooo Hoo! <br/> <br/>Round #2 (fabric, trim/embellishments, patterns - oh and a small bag of what I call "dancer droppings" - those odd beads, coins, bells, earrings, etc we always seem to find after a gaggle of dancers has passed through) is starting in Alaska with Xanthea. I've tried to set the mailing schedule by region, so it's Pacific Coast, Mid US, then East Coast. <br/>;D If it looks like I've screwed up my geography, let me know ;D <br/> <br/>Here's the line - up ... <br/>1. Xanthea (AK) <br/>2. Kate (WA) <br/>3. Meeow (CA) <br/>4. Lasair (LA) <br/>5. Rya (IN) <br/>6. Jeannine J (PA) <br/>7. Alecia (NY) <br/>8. Candace (NY) <br/>9. Erika (ME) <br/>10. Jaiyana (ME) <br/> <br/>I will be *sitting* out this round, so when the box gets to Jaiyana, I'll set up a *SecondChance* round for anyone who's interested. <br/> <br/>Questions? Again, keep my email address handy if you can't get to tribe vhbrown2@yahoo.com <br/> <br/>Etana</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 50 replies </div>
Just for a giggle...
<div>or maybe not ;-) ;-) <br/> <br/>My dance partner &amp; I are considering a piece of music for the December show - hey, what can I say? The *muse* struck. <br/> <br/>Anyway, brain storm with me here...bellydance meets 1920's flapper... <br/> <br/>So far, we've come up with lace circle skirts - bustled back - and black bras embellished with some pearls...and, of course, long pearl strand necklaces</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 38 replies </div>
...status of (both) B'Dance Booty Boxes
<div>The first box almost made it through 20+\- people......but is now ??""lost in the mail""?? <br/>I'm guessing here 'cause the last person to have the box seems to have fallen off the planet. <br/> <br/>The second box made it about halfway (there were only 8 on this list) before, once again, being......"lost in the mail". I started a replacement box, but I didn't have much at the time to create a real *goodie* box. I'm not sure exactly where this one is - I'll check my folder at home and try to get an answer. <br/> <br/>So, <br/>Box #1 - for those of us left on the list, we're...uh...hmm...well, left out <br/>Box #2 - am thinking there's still hope that it's betwixt-n-between <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 2 replies </div>
I have a problem...
<div>And I can't believe I never noticed it before. <br/> <br/>My husband, the future emphysema and cancer patient, smokes like a chimney. I took some of my pieces to show to a friend and when I took them out of the bag, they stink to high heaven of smoke. <br/> <br/>I nearly cried. <br/> <br/>My husband swears he's going to quit. I'll believe it when I don't see it. That's not the problem. How do I get that ashtray smell out of the clothes? Some of this stuff can't be washed as I'm afraid it will ruin the tassels. I tried Febreze and while it smells nice, I'm not sure that's the way to go. <br/> <br/>I know that from now on each piece is going to be sealed into its own little bag with a lavendar sachet or something. I was so disgusted and embarassed. I can't sell stuff like that! A couple dog hairs is one thing, but that was just gross. <br/> <br/>Help me. Please.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 14 replies </div>
Any ideas for peacock feathers
<div>I would like some ideas for peacock feathers, especially maybe some hair falls stuff. My daughter brings home a bouquet of them about every other week from a guy that comes into her store, he is a peacock rancher........I have found earring ideas. Any sites or ideas would be appreciated! thanks</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 10 replies </div>
Tracking the Bellydance Booty Box
<div>Hi ya' ladies <br/> <br/>Please, keep this thread ONLY for tracking the box...... <br/> <br/>post the date received and the date you mailed the box. <br/> <br/>~E </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 79 replies </div>
Need help with hot glue removial.
<div>Doe's anyone know or have a suggestion on how to remove hot glue from a poly blend fabric???? <br/>Any help would be greatly apperricated.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 2 replies </div>
headband bases
<div>What material seems to make a good headband base? I'm thinking of something soft and pliable as opposed to the hard plastic headband bases you get in the stores, unless that really is a good option. I see a lot of great fabric headbands in the pics in groups but I can't figure out what material peope are using! :)</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 15 replies </div>
Project Goal Oct. 13-Oct. 19
<div>Last week: <br/> <br/>1.Finish Dina's skirt and mail it out by Wed. or Thurs.(have to redo the waist and hem a bit) <br/>2.Start on Van Helsing Dracula costume for my son(NO) <br/>3.Dye clothes for Indiana Jones Costume for my little son(NO) <br/>4.Try to finish up two more skirts(NO) <br/>5.Print out flyers and give them out for sewing classes at my home(NO) <br/>6.Start Alterations on a dress for a bd sister(NO) <br/> <br/>This week <br/>1. Finish Dina's skirt <br/>2. Start dracula costume <br/>3. dye indiana jones costume <br/>----- <br/>don't know-I'll see what I am able to do this week <br/>your turn</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 11 replies </div>
Eco Halloween Make-up
<div>http://www.threadbanger.com/</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 0 replies </div>
need help asap
<div>I have been looking for a top for a show on october 18 but it hasnt been easy. Does anyone Know of a good site to find belly dancing tops for cheap?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 13 replies </div>
Project Goals Oct. 6 - Oct. 12
<div>Last week: <br/>Played it by ear <br/>what I got done- <br/>Dina's skirt is almost done-just need the hem <br/>Finished crochet scarf <br/> <br/>This week: <br/>1.Finish Dina's skirt and mail it out by Wed. or Thurs. <br/>2.Start on Van Helsing Dracula costume for my son <br/>3.Dye clothes for Indiana Jones Costume for my little son <br/>4.Try to finish up two more skirts <br/>5.Print out flyers and give them out for sewing classes at my home <br/>6.Start Alterations on a dress for a bd sister <br/>Thats it for now <br/>Your turn </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 12 replies </div>
Undiscovered: The Steampunk Contest
<div>I am Dexter Garvey one of the hosts of the California Steampunk Convention. Just wanted to reach out to let you know we are running a contest looking for the best new Steampunk band, solo artist, writer, and video maker (www.buzzlinkz.com). <br/> <br/> <br/>Thanks, <br/>Dex Garvey <br/>California Steampunk Convention <br/>www.steampunkconvention.com</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 1 reply </div>
How to make Fairy Wings
<div>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5z20jIu7XJk</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 5 replies </div>
nyc fabric store recommendation: please!
<div>I am going to be in nyc this coming weekend and i am going to look for fabric for a cabaret costume. selection in upstate ny is limited. i am wondering if anyone has recommendations for places that i can get a good deal on very shiny, very light handed fabric for a skirt. i don't want to wander such a large city and my aunt (who lives there, and i'll be staying with) and my dad (who grew-up going there all the time) are the ones i count on for directions there, and neither of them sew. </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 11 replies </div>
...advice? *violet* dye turned blue
<div>Quick backstory - <br/>My classmates will be dyeing 100% cotton jersey dresses for a group number in December. All products (dresses &amp; "iDye") are from Dharma Trading. <br/> <br/>Anyway, one lady used the stove top method, with *violet* and says it has turned out blue - even though the water looked purple. I haven't seen this yet to describe the exact shade of blue, but it's blue enough that she doesn't like it. &amp;lt;&amp;lt;She doesn't do *blue*.>> <br/> <br/>FYI, I've used the stove top method for small rayon scarves - chartreuse and crimson. Both of those came out fine. The dress I dyed using Brilliant Blue came out blue - splotchy, but blue. &amp;lt;&amp;lt;More of an operator error thing, I think...too much water for (1) packet of dye and maybe not long enough on the machine agitation - 45 minutes>> <br/> <br/>I need advice. Any hints and/or tips would be greatly appreciated. I've ordered add'l dye for everyone, so we'll be using the washing machine method, hot water, 2 dye packets and, at least, 45 minute agitation time...oh, and the salt ((per dye instructions)).</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 19 replies </div>
New booty box - Box Mom Nicole
<div>I'm starting one with either tribal or cab items. In the next month or so, I may start one exclusively for tribal. <br/> <br/>If you want to be in either of them, let me know, and I'll get the line up going. Speak up quickly, because each one will only have 10 spots, with the first 4 receiving it a second time if they want, to make up for the skimpiness that naturally happens at the beginning of any round robin. <br/> <br/>You'll have 5 days to get it on to the next person, but if life happens to intervene, please just keep us posted. <br/> <br/>I'll be buying the just over $12 box, so that will be the postage no matter how heavy it gets. <br/> <br/>Scraps of fabric are okay, but they should be exceptional. Since this is a DIY tribe, broken bits are fine, too. Someone may have patience to fix it. :) <br/> <br/>This is tons of fun! I used to do it all the time on a mail art website and the surprises you get are great! I was involved in the first box here on tribe and got some discontinued yarn I've been desperately wanting so I could make a fringe belt that was an exact match to my red and orange belt and yarn falls. YAY!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 57 replies </div>
Sequined appliques and beaded fringe- DEEP Deep DISCOUNT
<div>I have hundreds ofsequined appliques and beaded fringe used to make bellydance costumes. (It's along story) <br/>i WANT TO GET THEM TO YOU SO................I am clearancing them out at 50% off up to 70% off depending how many you buy. <br/>Check out the pictures in this album and contact me for color inquiries. <br/>http://tribes.tribe.net/appliquesbeadedfringe <br/>They are going fast now that the price is reduced. <br/> I probably have enough to make a least another 200 costumes. <br/> 716-875-9988 Ilya</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes">DIY/ Bellydance on a Budget</a> - 1 reply </div>

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