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EMERALD CITY BALL - Saturday, July 5 (Fun Updates!)

Lady Jane — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 02:45:18 GMT

Tickets are still available for PEERS’ Emerald City Ball and will be sold at the door for $20.00 each. We have a few other fun updates on the ball that we’d like to share with you:

The Emerald City Ball
(sponsored by the Period Events & Entertainments Re-Creation Society)
Saturday, July 5, 2008
Doors Open at 6:45 p.m.
Dance Lesson: 7:00 p.m. (Edwardian and Ragtime Dances)
Dancing begins: 8:00 p.m.
Band: The Divertimento Dance Orchestra
Tickets at the Door: $20.00
Ball Website: http://peers.org/emerald.html

We're off to see the Wizard at a ball in the glorious capital city of Oz. Come join us in honouring the singular courage of Dorothy Gale and her intrepid companions as they prepare to embark on their dangerous mission to the West.

There is definitely no need to stress about costumes for this ball. You have a huge range of choices: Fantasy costume, period costume (Medieval to Edwardian), or a combination of the two is admired but not required and, of course, green attire and costumes inspired by the Oz universe will be very welcome. While the ball is technically set in 1900, the citizens of Oz wear a variety of costumes ranging from Medieval gowns and tunics all the way up to late Victorian and Edwardian frocks and frock coats. Vintage or modern evening dress is also appropriate since the most unusual visitors do occasionally arrive in the Land of Oz.

Our Emerald City band is the Divertimento Dance Orchestra, a vintage dance band known for their elegance, authenticity and versatility. Dance music for the evening will range from graceful Edwardian ballroom dance music to the Great Wizard’s own favorite Ragtime tunes from his distant native star Omaha, Amerika. Dance waltzes, polkas, schottisches, reels, contradances, mixers and other popular turn of the century dances as well as the newer Ragtime one-step, two-step and tango. The Wizard will provide music for every taste (If you’re familiar with the 1939 film version of “The Wizard of Oz,” you will definitely recognize some of the tunes.).

For those wishing a brush-up in the latest dances, the pre-ball dance class will focus on the “new” dances of the Edwardian and Ragtime age: The lively One-Step, the sinuous One-Step Tango, the beautiful Hesitation Waltz, and the Turning Two-Step, an smooth and fun 1890’s alternative to the Polka.

The ball will also feature our famous No-Host (cash) bar, serving both alcoholic and soft drinks. The Wizard will also provide a complimentary light snack buffet (Your potluck contributions to the buffet are most welcome. The Emerald City is very expensive to maintain!).

For more information, please call (510) 522-1731 or email peers@peers.org before Saturday.

Driving Directions:
Take the 3rd Avenue exit off 101, going west into San Mateo. Follow 3rd Avenue across the railroad tracks and turn right on Ellsworth Avenue. The Masonic Lodge - a white three-story Colonial style Edwardian building - is located on the corner of Ellsworth and Tilton.

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Firefly event - Unification Day Saloon Shindig!

Kendra — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 22:45:43 GMT

The Greater Bay Area Costumers Guild presents:

Unification Day Saloon Shindig, A Firefly/Serenity Event
Saturday, July 19th, 2008 -- 7pm to Midnight
Bull Valley Restaurant, Port Costa, CA

While Alliance-friendly bars may be a fun place to start a brawl on U-Day, consider stoppin' for a spell with Madam Zira and her girls at the edge of the `verse to lift a glass to our fallen heroes.

For more information and tickets visit: http://www.gbacg.org/current/unification-day.html

Members* Only Presale! June 13th - 27th, 2008
Two weeks only for GBACG Members* to purchase tickets before ticket sales go to the general public. Space is limited, so buy your ticket today!

GBACG Member* price: $35
Ticket includes two drinks of your choice and hors d'oeuvres.
You must be 21 years or older to attend this event.

*Members of our Sister Organizations (Costumer's Guild West or Art Deco Society of California) can also purchase tickets during the members-only presale. Not a GBACG Member? Purchase a GBACG Membership online to be sure you can get tickets: http://www.gbacg.org/about-gbacg/join-gbacg.html

We hope you join us for a shiny time way out in the black!

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EMERALD CITY BALL - Advance Bargain Tickets Still Available

Lady Jane — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 02:35:39 GMT

Just a reminder that the deadline for purchasing advance bargain tickets for the Emerald City Ball is Saturday, June 28. To order advance GBACG tickets for the ball (available to card-carrying members of the GBACG), please send a check for $10.00 each to PEERS at 2144 B Buena Vista Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501 General advance tickets for non-members are $15.00 each. To order advance general tickets online, please go to the ball website at http://peers.org/emerald.html, scroll down to the PayPal icon, and click on it for directions. The deadline for advance ticket purchase is Saturday, June 28. Tickets will be sold at the door for $20.00 each.

The Emerald City Ball
(sponsored by the Period Events & Entertainments Re-Creation Society)
Saturday, July 5, 2008
Doors Open at 6:45 p.m.
Dance Lesson: 7:00 p.m.
Dancing begins: 8:00 p.m.
Band: The Divertimento Dance Orchestra
Advance GBACG Tickets: $10.00 (by June 28)
Advance General Tickets: $15.00 (by June 28)
Tickets at the Door: $20.00
Ball Website: http://peers.org/emerald.html

We're off to see the Wizard at a ball in the glorious capital city of Oz. Come join us in honouring the singular courage of Dorothy Gale and her intrepid companions as they prepare to embark on their dangerous mission to the West.

Fantasy costume, period costume (Medieval to Edwardian), or a combination of the two is admired but not required and, of course, green attire and costumes inspired by the Oz universe will be very welcome. Creativity is encouraged and our guests are urged to draw on both the 1939 film version and any of the published “Oz” books for inspiration. Vintage or modern evening dress is also appropriate since the most unusual visitors do occasionally arrive in the Land of Oz.

Our Emerald City band is the Divertimento Dance Orchestra, a vintage dance band known for their elegance, authenticity and versatility. Dance music for the evening will range from graceful Edwardian ballroom dance music to the Great Wizard’s own favorite Ragtime tunes from his distant native star Omaha, Amerika. Dance waltzes, polkas, schottisches, reels, contradances, mixers and other popular turn of the century dances as well as the newer Ragtime one-step, two-step and tango. The Wizard will provide music for every taste! (And, yes, if you’re fond of the 1939 film version of “The Wizard of Oz,” you will recognize some of the tunes!).

For more information, please call (510) 522-1731 or email peers@peers.org.

Driving Directions:
Take the 3rd Avenue exit off 101, going west into San Mateo. Follow 3rd Avenue across the railroad tracks and turn right on Ellsworth Avenue. The Masonic Lodge - a white three-story Colonial style Edwardian building - is located on the corner of Ellsworth and Tilton.

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BAERS Great Regency Shipwreck Ball - June 21, 2008, Kensington, CA

Alan — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 02:11:13 GMT

The Bay Area English Regency Dance Society (www.baers.org) Presents:
The Great Regency Shipwreck Ball (or "Regency Survivor")

We can't get off this island, so we might as well entertain ourselves!
Caller Alan Winston (who led the Pride and Prejudice Ball this March and has taught for Friday Night Waltz) with
The Divertimento Dance Orchestra (who'll play at the Emerald City Ball in July)
Saturday June 21, 2008 8:00-11:30pm
Arlington Church (52 Arlington Ave, Kensington, CA)

The Divertimento Orchestra will provide jolly music. The marooned elite, in
any remaining finery, are invited to dance arm-in-arm with the ships'
captain and crew. Meet up at 8PM sharp aboard the ruins for dance, drink
and good company!

There'll be community oriented longways and set dances, and probably more of them
than you'd expect at, say, Gaskell. There'll be Congress of Vienna and some free
waltzes; probably about a dozen. Most of the dance time will be in quick teaching and
extended dancing of country dances. Alan's good at putting these across efficiently.

Come as you are, whether Passenger, Pirate, Native, Merfolk or member of Her
Majesty's Royal Navy. If your wardrobe was relocated to Davy Jones' Locker
during the fateful storm, fashion yourself new togs from local flora (grass
skirts are all the rage among the natives!).

We've made peace with the island inhabitants and the merfolk in the bay, so
we will feast with them on seafood, fresh fruits, springwater and provisions
salvaged from the hold. The contribution of exotic new delicacies from
forays inland are welcome - as long as *you* have already tried them first.

Subscriptions are $20 at the door, $15 in advance.
$2 discount for GBACG, and BACDS members.
Advance mail registrations must be received by us no later than June 18th.
Costumes admired but not required. All dances taught during the ball. No
partner required.

Make out checks to "BAERS", and send them to
BAERS c/o Vanessa Schnatmeier 1122 Hudson Street Redwood City, CA 94061

Name(s): __________________________________________________________
Street Address: ________________________________________________
City, State, ZIP: ______________________________________________
Phone: (____________) ____________ - ________________

Email: ______________________________________________

Mark if new address for mailing list: __ Number of admissions desired ______

See the flyer: http://flickr.com/photos/dancingisland/2490962848/sizes/l/

Preview the dances at the June 13 dance party in Palo Alto: http://www.baers.org/fridays.html

What is the English Regency? See http://www.baers.org

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Victorian event - Bustles & Baseball

Kendra — Tue, 06 May 2008 18:04:43 GMT

Come join the GBACG for an old-fashioned sporting entertainment!

The Bay Area Vintage Baseball League will be playing on the Big Rec Ballfield in Golden Gate Park. The San Jose Dukes go up against home team San Francisco Pacifics. Our teams will be in vintage baseball uniforms, playing by the original rules. You'll easily spot the
umpire, because he's the guy on the field in top hat and tailcoat! Bring a picnic lunch and root for the team of your choice while sporting your Victorian Bustle era attire.

More information and tickets can be found at: http://www.gbacg.org/current/bustles-baseball.html

The deadline to purchase tickets is Wednesday, May 28, 2008. Advance tickets required.

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sf bay area burning man costume sewing circle

automatthew — Fri, 30 May 2008 06:07:28 GMT

hey, is anybody involved in or knows of any sewing circle get together to make costumes in san francisco? i would really like to get into one to make friends and get help making costumes this year, but i don't know of anything like that up here.

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show and tell

Chelsea — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 18:26:10 GMT

im sitting here ready to pull my hair out, making some of the silliest mistakes while sewing. and then it occured to me how many of us have hemmed a whole circle skirt before we realized we had no bobbin thread? how may of us have sewn things inside out upside down and backwards?

its time to share...

maybe others wont make the same mistakes, maybe it will just spread some smiles...

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GONE WITH THE WIND BALL

Lady Jane — Sat, 17 May 2008 06:19:14 GMT

Here's yet another opportunity to dress up or create a new costume! Mrs. Charles Hamilton and Mrs. Ashley Wilkes would like the lovely ladies of the Greater Bay Area Costumers Guild to be assured that they have no objection to seeing copies of their own gowns at the ball as, of course, they themselves will be in mourning costume!

Yes, if you are a card-carrying member of the GBACG, you are indeed eligible for the special GBACG advance discount. Please email us at peers@peers.org if you need information on that!

Meanwhile, here's our latest ball write-up:

THE GONE WITH THE WIND BALL
(sponsored by the Period Events & Entertainments Re-Creation Society)
Saturday, June 7, 2008
Doors Open at 6:45 p.m.
Dance Lesson: 7:00 p.m.
Dancing begins: 8:00 p.m.
Band: Bangers & Mash
Advance Tickets: $15.00 (by May 31)
Tickets at the Door: $20.00
Ball Website: http://peers.org/gwtw.html

Join us for the ultimate 19th century romantic fantasy experience - a ball inspired by the Charity Ball in Atlanta from the first part of Gone with the Wind.

Bangers & Mash plays an evening of exquisite waltzes and quadrilles, lively polkas and schottisches, mazurka waltzes, breathless reels and contradances popular in both the North and the South during the American Civil War. There will be a pre-ball dance lesson at 7:00 pm and, as usual, all set dances will be briefly taught or called.

Suggested costume is mid-Victorian evening dress (1850’s or ‘60’s) or modern evening dress. European or Southern gentlemen in uniform are also most welcome. As usual, however, costumes are admired, not required.

Punch and a light snack buffet will be served throughout the evening (Your potluck contributions to the buffet during these difficult times are greatly appreciated!).

To order advance tickets for the ball, please send a check for $15.00 each to PEERS at 2144 B Buena Vista Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501. To order tickets online, please go to the ball website at http://peers.org/gwtw.html , scroll down to the PayPal icon, and click on it for directions. Tickets will be sold at the door for $20.00 each.

For more information, please call (510) 522-1731 or email peers@peers.org.

Driving Directions:
Take the 3rd Avenue exit off 101, going west into San Mateo. Follow 3rd Avenue across the railroad tracks and turn right on Ellsworth Avenue. The Masonic Lodge - a white three-story Colonial style Edwardian building - is located on the corner of Ellsworth and Tilton.

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Victorian Artworks Afternoon - 6/22

Kendra — Tue, 20 May 2008 00:47:04 GMT

The Greater Bay Area Costumers Guild presents:

A Victorian Artworks Afternoon
Sunday, June 22nd, 2008 -- 12pm to 4pm
Redwood Park, Oakland, CA

Within the beautiful surroundings of the redwood forest, this event gives everyone a chance to emulate our predecessors by spending a relaxed afternoon following creative pursuits. Use your own style and artistic instincts and simply go exploring with the brush. Or if you like to exercise your oral expression, get together with your friends and read some scenes from famous historical plays.

Suggested costume era: 1860 - 1880.

Advance tickets required - $5 GBACG members*, $10 non-members, children 0-5 free
*Members of our sister organizations (Costumers Guild West and Art Deco Society of California) may purchase tickets at the GBACG member price.

Tickets and more information:
http://www.gbacg.org/current/victorian-artworks.html

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CHICAGO ALL-THAT-JAZZ BALL - Advance Bargain Ticket Deadline Approaching

Lady Jane — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 22:52:53 GMT

Just a reminder that the deadline for ordering advance bargain tickets to the Chicago All-That-Jazz Ball is Saturday, April 26. To order advance tickets at the GBACG rate, please send a check for $10.00 each to PEERS at 2144 B Buena Vista Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501. James and I will be CostumeCon this weekend so you can also buy tickets from us there! Tickets, as usual, will be sold at the door for $20.00 each. Here’s our latest ball write-up:

THE CHICAGO ALL-THAT-JAZZ BALL
(Sponsored by PEERS – the Period Events & Entertainment Re-Creation Society)
Saturday, May 3, 2008
Location: San Mateo Masonic Temple
100 N. Ellsworth Avenue, San Mateo
Doors Open: 6:45 p.m.
Vintage Dance Lesson: 7:00- 8:00 pm.
Formal Dancing begins: 8:00 p.m.
Band: Lee Presson and the Nails
Tickets: $15.00 in advance (by April 26); $20.00 at the door
Ball Website: http://peers.org/chicago.html

Rouge your knees, roll your stockings down, start the car, and come join us and host Billy Flynn, Esquire, at the hottest party in Chicago for All That Jazz! PEERS is proud (and truly amazed) to announce that the evening's band will be the one, the only, the incomparable Lee Presson and the Nails.

1920’s or 30’s costume or vintage or modern evening dress (white or black tie optional) is admired, but not required. The year is 1931 but we won't hold you to that.

The music will range from elegant vintage ballroom dance music (waltzes, tangos, fox trots, and even polkas!) to cool blues and hot Swing of the 1920's and early ‘30's – perhaps with a few musical surprises along the way. For guests wishing to brush up on their vintage dance skills, there will be a pre-ball dance lesson in vintage Foxtrot and Swing at 7:00 p.m. with Persephone and Charles. Even if you’re a novice, they’ll soon have you gliding along the floor like young Fred Astaire and swinging like a gate.

Intermission entertainment includes both a half-time floor show and DJ dance music for you insatiable dancers. To fortify us for these vigorous dance sets, a complimentary light snack buffet will be served throughout the evening. (In our current Depression, your potluck contributions are always appreciated!).

Special Announcement from Mr. Lee Presson himself: “The first 100 people who attend the May Chicago Ball will get a free Lee Presson and the Nails CD.”

For information, please call (510) 522-1731 or email peers@peers.org.

Driving Directions:
Take the 3rd Avenue exit off 101, going west into San Mateo. Follow 3rd Avenue across the railroad tracks and turn right on Ellsworth Avenue. The Masonic Lodge - a white three-story Colonial style Edwardian building - is located on the corner of Ellsworth and Tilton.

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Victorian Corset Workshop

Kendra — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 18:10:27 GMT

The Greater Bay Area Costumers Guild presents:

Victorian Corset Workshop
Date: Sunday, May 18th, 2008 -- 9:30am to 5pm
http://www.gbacg.org/current/victorian-corset-workshop.html

Join Barbara Muran, proprietor of Of Corset for an all day Victorian
Corset workshop! Using Laughing Moon Mercantile's Pattern #100, we
will fit and construct an authentic Victorian corset. Barbara will
also discuss fabrics and linings, busks and boning options, fitting
and construction techniques, and how to lace and care for your
corset. A basic supply list will be sent to students prior to class.

Location: Language Sciences Institute (LSI), 2015 Center Street,
Berkeley, one block west of the Berkeley BART station. LSI has drink
machines but no food. Bring a sack lunch or visit one of the local
eateries for lunch prior to class. Free street parking or paid
parking nearby.

Cost: $27.00 GBACG Members, $37.00 Non-Members for Workshop PLUS
purchase of the kit.

Kit Options: $75.00 for the natural herringbone coutil kit, $100.00
for bleached white or black herringbone coutil, pre-embroidered in a
one-color design with matching satin trim. Kits include pattern,
fabric, and hardware. Kit must be purchased through Barbara's
website prior to the sign-up deadline. See the mail-in registration
form for information on ordering the kit by mail.

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Fri., April 11: Regency Dance Party in Palo Alto

jean-the-dancing-machine — Mon, 07 Apr 2008 09:03:20 GMT

BAERS Second Friday Dance Parties
http://baers.org/

What: Learn Regency dances in an informal, supportive atmosphere. Dances led by Alan Winston and guest callers.

How Much: A mere $8!

Where: St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 600 Colorado Avenue (off Middlefield), Palo Alto
Map to church available here

When: 8:00-10:30 p.m., second Fridays, September through November, and February through July. (Doors open 7:30, dance at 8:00 for sure, or earlier if there are enough people.)

Dress: Casual. We recommend comfortable low-heeled shoes. Skirts worn by many women, but pants are definitely acceptable.

Music: Live music by William Allen, Jan Battles, Paul Kostka, James Langdell, and Nettie Wijsman. Musicians who care to sit in get in free!

See the Palo Alto Weekly's story and slide show on our second Friday dance parties!
http://www.paloaltoonline.com/news/show_story.php?id=4530

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Attn Costumers & Those Who Like to Play Dress Up!

Kendra — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 22:25:21 GMT

Apologies for cross-posting - I thought this event would be of interest to both costumers & faire folk, so I'm posting it in a few tribes.

Costume Con is an annual event that moves around the country (and sometimes goes international) -- this year we are really lucky that it is coming to San Jose (first time in 14 years it's been in California!). For those who like to make costumes, or like to wear them, this is going to be a great venue to learn about costuming, and even more importantly, to socialize with likeminded people! There will be classes, competitions, and tons of social events (and yes, the hotel has a party floor!).

It takes place April 25-28, 2008, so it's coming up in about a month! The cost goes up incrementally every so often - currently a weekend membership is $95 and will be $110 if you buy at the door - so purchase in advance!

Check out their website for lots of details on classes, competitions, social events, hotel info, etc.: http://www.CC26.info

Here's some more info:

Costume-Con Returns to the Bay Area
Costumers Gather to Ooo, Ahh, and Learn

For the first time in 14 years, Costume-Con returns to California! Costume-Con is a premiere venue for professional and hobbyist costumers to meet, compete, share, and socialize. Costume-Con 26 takes place April 25-28, 2008, the San Jose DoubleTree. Visit http://www.CC26.info for more information.

Costume-Con 26 welcomes space cadets, living history aficionados, reenactors, textile designers, theater designers, fursuiters, mascots, cosplayers, fantasy costumers, costume professionals and folks who just like to dress up! The convention offers fun and education for all types of costumers, and those who appreciate costumes, such as photographers and artists.

Kevin Roche, master class award winning amateur costumer, is the chair for the convention, and will include his work in the retrospective programming. The historical and science-fiction contests are a major draw, for designers and skilled sewers alike. Fashion designers will find the Parallel Dimensions in Design competitions right up their alley. Mad Science Fair competitors create wild props and gadgets. Topics of workshop interest range from stagecraft to historical tribe design. Not to miss out on the lighter side, convention events include a Victorian Underwear Party and a Mouse-Kerade (costumed stuffed animals parade), as well as a special Doll Exhibit, featuring Japanese jointed dolls.

"Costume-Con" is a registered service mark of Karen Dick, used by permission.
"CC26! Adventures in the Costume Continuum" is a project of The Unconventional Foundation

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Laughing Moon Corset Class

Liz — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 15:23:00 GMT

JoAnn Peterson & Barbara Muran, of Laughing Moon Patterns will be teaching a workshop on construction of the Dore corset.
Class is limited to 20.
Date: Saturday & Sunday April 5th & 6th.
Time: 10 - 5
Place: Vallejo Musical Theater
Old Historic Post office
823 Marin Street
Vallejo, CA 94590
Fees: $25 class (payable to Liz Martin)
$75 Kit - includes everything needed to make the Dore corset -(payable to Joann Peterson)

What to bring: Sewing Machine, don't forget your power cord or pedal. Extra machine needles, size 12 or 14. Zipper foot if you have one. Extension cord, thread, surge protector if you have one.
Usual sewing supplies, scissors, pins, hand needles, measuring tape, your favorite method of marking on fabric
Ruler, tape (the kind you use to wrap presents), pencil, a couple of pieces of paper- any kind will do
Tapered awl if you have one - teachers will have plenty

This is a 2 day workshop designed to be as flexible as possible for everyone's schedules.
You can come one or both days. This class is perfect for those of you who have been wanting to make your own corset but needed help with the fitting. Please bring or wear a t-shirt that you can fit your corset over.

Brown bag lunch is encouraged. We have refrigerator space & microwave access.

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question on pleating

manda — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 04:42:50 GMT

how do you determine how large a pleat should be? Is it just trial and error or is there a better was to determine how much much material you need, or how to get a section of material pleated correctly to have an even pleat in a section?

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Need Your Dark Garden Fix? 10% All Corsets In Stock! This Weekend Only!!!! Mar. 6-Mar. 8

buick-qualityandservice — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 00:15:39 GMT

This means---Sweetheart Victorians and Waist Cinchers! It only applies to store stock--but drop by~~you may find something perfect!!!!

SF Fetish Ball Weekend Sale at Dark Garden Mar. 6--Mar. 8
Need a last minute costume for the San Francisco Fetish Ball Weekend? Once again, the extravaganza will unfold!!!!!

All Ready to Wear Corsets in stock are 10% off!
All hosiery is 10% off!!!

We've got what you need to fit in (or stand out)! We have a large
variety of Ready-to-Wear Corsets, skirts and fabulous mini top hats,
lingerie and hosiery, to finish the perfect ensemble. Something for
everyone, every size, available now!

The SF Fetish Ball Weekend is March 6th through the 8th.

Tickets and more info can be found at www.sffetishball.com/.

This sale is...
at Dark Garden Unique Corsetry
321 Linden
Hayes Valley
San Francisco

Hours: Mon-Sat 1pm -7pm

Thanks

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Help Children's Hospital

Craig — Sat, 01 Mar 2008 18:46:32 GMT

WHAT:
Humanitarians, pirate enthusiasts, music buffs and movie fans are invited to San Francisco’s historic Verdi Club for an evening of live music, dancing, and star gazing at the first annual Pirate Ball and Silent Auction. Raise a pint and sing along to nautical musician Skip Henderson and The Starboard Watch. Then groove to local indie rock group The Plasterkatz. Delight in the clever antics of the infamous Jack Spareribs, the evening’s Master of Ceremonies, and bid on over $5,000 worth of limited edition collectibles and memorabilia. Win a raffle prize or revel in the company of Barbossa's crewmembers from the hit Disney movie Pirates of the Caribbean; Curse of the Black Pearl: The forceful Bo'sun who slapped Miss Swan - Isaac C Singelton Jr., the creepy Koehler who choked Captain Jack through the bars of his cell - Treva Etienne, and the sadistic grenade tossing Jacoby - Vince Lozano. Guests are encouraged to come dressed in their best pirate gear and enter The Best Dressed Pirate contest. 100% of the event’s gross proceeds will go to The Children’s Hospital and Research Center of Oakland.

WHO:
Pirates for Children’s Hospital of Orange County (“Pirates4choc”) was started by Evan Pagay, an Orange County DJ and Jack Sparrow impersonator, and Matt Stone, owner of Sea Wolf Clothing Company in Huntington Beach. Evan and Matt gathered a group of piratical celebrities and entertainers to donate their time to entertain, give out toys, and play games with the children and their families in the hospital. The event was so successful, the group decided to launch a similar hospital visit and fund raiser in Northern California under the leadership of Craig Appel, local Bay Area pirate entertainer.

WHEN:
Saturday, March 21, 2008
VIP pre-party 6:00PM – 8:00PM. Doors open for general admission at 8:00PM.

WHERE:
The Verdi Club, 2424 Mariposa Street, San Francisco, CA

PRICES:
Advance tickets: $30.00
Tickets at the door: $40.00
VIP tickets: $50.00

VIP package includes reserved parking, gift bag, and exclusive early admission to the Pirate Lounge for wine tasting and hors d'oeuvres with The Pirates of the Caribbean, Curse of the Black Pearl film actors.

Tickets available at Sea Wolf Trading Company, 36551 Fremont Blvd. Fremont or online at http://www.pirates4choc.org

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GBACG Costume Academy 2008 - On Sale Now !

Kendra — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 18:57:38 GMT

Sunday, March 9th, 9:30-4:30
Berkeley, Calif.

Tickets are now on sale for Costume Academy 2008:
http://www.gbacg.org/costume-academy/

There are twelve classes offered, four classes in each time slot, three time slots. Each student chooses one class from the four topics in each time slot. It's that simple: a full day with 3 classes!

The cost for members of GBACG is $50.00
For non-members the cost is $60.00
There is even an option to buy a Quiznos Box Lunch for $8.50!

Some classes may fill up before others, so purchase soon to get the classes you want.

NOTE: If you are paying online, please be sure to read the directions above the PayPal buttons to complete your registration correctly!!!

Hope to see you at Costume Academy 2008!

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Traditional Persian Costume

katherinesummer — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 13:43:24 GMT

What are some resources for traditional Persian costume? I'm looking for both research materials as well as merchandise.

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Building you Dickens Costume from the inside out

Liz — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 07:24:17 GMT

Get a head start on Dickens! and avoid the pre-season stress!
Know that your costume will pass costume approval with flying colors!

Spaces still available in the first section:
Chemise and bloomers

Start Date: Wednesday Feb 20th - continues for the next 3 Wed nights
Time: doors open 6:30 pm, Class begins at 7 pm.
Place: Vallejo Musical Theater
823 Marin St.
Vallejo Ca
Fee: $20 per class (4 classes), Only $65 if you pay the whole class up front. SAVE $15
There are a few work scholarships available, please contact me privately to discuss this option.
Class limited to 20 participants
you can register on line at:

Requirements/materials needed: sewing machine, sewing machine needles size 10, sharp pins, 3 sharpened pencils, sewers tape measure, extension cord/strip plug, seam ripper, good scissors for fabric cutting, chocolate, caffeine,
Nice to have: Clear ruler, tracing paper,

There will be a materials fee $50: includes fabric, thread and pattern.
We are using Joanne Peterson's Laughing Moon pattern #100

Upcoming workshops will be:
Corset
Hoops & petticoats
Skirt
Garibaldi Blouse
Swiss Belt
Zouave Jacket
Dress
Outer wear

and then we'll move into men's wear!

PM me with your email if you'd like to be added to the email info list.

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Country dance and waltz with the courtesans of Regency-era London : February 16, 2008, San Mateo, California

Alan — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 07:40:17 GMT

THE CYPRIANS' BALL

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2008

at the

SAN MATEO MASONIC LODGE
(San Mateo)
100 N. Ellsworth, at Tilton

Doors open 7:30

The ball starts with "Congress of Vienna" at 8:00
$15 in advance.
$20 at the door

There's a two-dollar GBACG discount (for the GBACG member only) in advance or at the door.

Scandalous early-1800s costume - the era of "Pride and Prejudice" admired
but not required. We cannot, in good conscience, recommend that young ladies
damp their muslins in the Bay Area in February. (Modern festive or formal wear, or
courtesan wear from any era - after all, they were doing Cretan revival in Paris at
this time.)

For more information, call 650/365-2913 or visit
www.baers.org (where you can download a registration form)

Directions: From Highway 101, exit at 3d Avenue. Go west on 3d, turn right
at N. Ellsworth. The temple is at the corner of N. Ellsworth and Tilton.

(Note: "The Cyprian" was a Regency nickname for Aphrodite, Goddess of Love, who
was associated with the island of Cyprus. Cyprians, then, were devotees of
Aphrodite; in other words, courtesans, who held an annual ball to shop for new
"protectors" who could keep them in good style. So there's an extra degree of
flirtatiousness at the Cyprians' Ball.)

All country dances taught and prompted. Fun will be had!

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SALE AT DARK GARDEN UNIQUE CORSETRY

buick-qualityandservice — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 23:15:30 GMT

Happy Valentine's Day from Dark Garden! To celebrate this fun holiday with something longer-lasting and better for you than chocolate, come down to the store and get 10% off all accessories, and 10% to 30% off selected garments! We have beautiful jewelry, satiny gloves, and sexy hosiery to dress up your new corset purchase. We have just gotten in the cutest array of ruffly panties and sheer mesh garter belts, as well as parasols and fans perfect for a romantic photo shoot! To suit your needs, we are offering 10% off all custom corset orders during this time as well.
Need a last minute gift? Gift certificates purchased between February 8th and 14th will include a coupon for 10% off a custom corset order.

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Fabulous Hats! Preservation Action Council San Jose's Vintage Hat fundraiser

ladykalessia — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 17:24:14 GMT

Hi all,

Just spreading the word a bit, since this is a smaller event and doesn't get a lot of publicity outside of San Jose. PAC*SJ is a groupd devoted to restoring and preserving historic buildings and landscapes in the South Bay, and this is one of their annual fundraisers. I got to see the hats firsthand during the photo shoot (that's me, in the green feather beret) and there are some truly fabulous ones up for sale this year. I suggest you all go check it out - if not to buy, then at least for inspiration and to support a worthy cause!

See below for info:
http://preservation.org/events/hatsale/hats_08/tickets_hatsale_2008.html

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Rush Orders--Writing a Contract Part II

katherinesummer — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 00:24:53 GMT

Do you even take rush orders?

What kind of clause (if any) do you include in your contract?

Do you charge more for rush orders?

While it would be nice to say no to rush orders, sometimes as a freelancer I have to occasionally take what I can get when I can get it.

What I usually tell clients is that if they want a rush order, that I can't gaurantee that they will be getting EXACTLY what they expect--and I also tell them that I will often be working up until the very last minute, especially since there can be unexpected delays or issues. If this is okay with them, then we proceed, if it isn't, then we don't. Is this what you do too or do you have something else that you tell your clients?

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Writing a contract

katherinesummer — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 00:32:05 GMT

Working without a contract has bitten me in the ass a few too many times.

I make custom costumes, mostly for bellydancers.

What are some good resources for writing contracts for custom sewing?

What are the obvious and not so obvious things that a contract should state?

Much obliged,
ks

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Looking for someone to design a sexy sheep costume

Lalalala! — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 19:26:35 GMT

Hi all,

We are looking for a costume designer for the short film "The Sheep and The Ranch Hand; a SexyQueer Love Story." The main design/creation effort will be for the sexy sheep costume, but there will be a couple of other costumes as well which can be put together using purchased articles of clothing.

In addition to your design work, you would also be the Costume Supervisor on the actual shoot.

This would be a great gig for a student or someone starting out in their career who is looking for film credits. You get: credit, exposure, connections, DVD, good food, good folks, good film for your reel. I am a very aggressive marketer so this film will get a lot of exposure.

There will be three shoot days, probably on a weekend. Shooting will take place in the latter part of January/early February.

Following is a description of the film:

Welcome to a sexy, comedic love story of a woman discovering the joys of imagining that she is a Sheep. In being her bestial self, she experiences a freedom that is both unexpected and profoundly empowering. While at times tongue-in-cheek, this film also has an underlying serious theme of personal freedom.

In animalistic pleasures both simple (eating delicious clover) and sublimely erotic (having her fleece combed and de-burred, and more), she revels in adventures with her adoring lover, the Ranch Hand. Her journey takes her from loneliness to liberation through connecting with her internal truth. The script is funny, sexy, and real, and has received very positive feedback.

Please see our website at

sheeplovestory.webs.com

Thanks!

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GBACG Open House - 1/27 - RSVP required!

Kendra — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 20:03:59 GMT

You can now send in your RSVP for our 4th Annual GBACG Open House! Read below on how to RSVP.

~ GBACG ANNUAL OPEN HOUSE ~
Sunday, January 27th
1:00pm – 5:00 pm
http://www.gbacg.org/Current/OpenHouse08.html

RSVP no later than January 24th Seating is limited so don't delay!

Berkeley City Club
2315 Durant Ave. at Ellsworth St.
Berkeley, Calif.
NOTE NEW LOCATION!

FREE for GBACG Members
$5 for non-members (pay at the door; refundable if you purchase GBACG membership at Open House)

You must RSVP by January 24th

We invite all GBACG members and non-members alike to join us for our yearly open house at the Berkeley City Club.

* Hear about our events, workshops, and salons for 2008
* Enjoy this year's fashion show
* Meet and mingle with the GBACG Board of Directors and GBACG members
* View our photo albums of past events
* Participate in our fabulous raffle for great items such as a Costume College membership, a membership to Costume Con 26 in San Jose, patterns, books, and other surprises.
* Light refreshments (note: a full meal will not be provided)

This is a great way to see what we're all about and meet other costumers without having to worry about wearing a costume. Even though costumes are NOT required -- if you'd like to come in costume we'd be delighted.

HOW TO RSVP (we need you to because space is limited)

· Send an email to Kendra at openhouse@gbacg.org and list the names of those in your party who will be attending. Send your email no later than January 24th

· Or, mail a note to Kendra Van Cleave at 1425 Allston Way, Berkeley CA 94702. It must arrive by January 24th. Please provide all the names in your party that will be attending.

Special Membership Offer for the Open House -- Only $20 for the year!

This year we are offering $2 off our annual membership of $22. You can join GBACG, or renew your current membership (even if it hasn't expired yet). If you can't attend the Open House we will run a one-week special the week of January 21st where you can renew online with PayPal or send in your check (but it must be postmarked by Saturday, January 26th). Details will be up on our web site page shortly.

More information, including directions and public transportation information: http://www.gbacg.org/Current/OpenHouse08.html

Questions: please email openhouse@gbacg.org

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GBACG Gilded Age Tea - 2/9 - tickets on sale now!

Kendra — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 18:07:15 GMT

Calling all Edwardians --- from actresses and bon vivants to pillars of society. The Greater Bay Area Costumers Guild requests the pleasure of your company as we enjoy our first event of 2008, the Gilded Age Tea. This sumptuous afternoon of pleasure will be held in the The Garden Court of San Francisco's first grand hotel, The Palace.

The Palace has welcomed kings and queens, industrialists and dignitaries, presidents and prime ministers. It is, in every way, an ideal setting for The Gilded Tea. Our tea celebrates the debonair and graceful fin de siecle world immortalized by writer Edith Wharton, painter John Singer Sargent, and beauty Camille Clifford inspiring the drawings of Charles Dana Gibson.

We will convene for an exquisitely elegant afternoon of high tea and gracious company in a Belle Epoque setting among marble pillars, potted palms and a string quartet playing for our pleasure.

Tickets are $48 for GBACG Members, $58 for Non-Members, and $40 for Children.

For more Information and to Purchase Tickets:
http://www.gbacg.org/current/gilded-age-tea.html

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Tatterdemalion Vintage Tails Coat - More Tattered the Better!

stache — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 21:16:00 GMT

For an absinthe theme New Years party and the Edwardian Ball, I'm looking for a very tired and old vintage tails coat or morning jacket. Black or darker tones are best and sizes between 38 and 40 are preferred, though a little smaller may do (those old folk were tiny you know!).

I WANT it to be very tattered and/or threadbare, even a bit dirty. Think early Chaplin or any number of long lost absinthe poets and bedraggled bohemians from Paris circa 1890-1910, slumped over in a filthy tavern corner and spotty with spilled spirits.

However, the coat must be mostly intact and wearable. I'm not interested in something so brittle and ancient that it'll fall apart.

Please do check those dusty old great grandparents' closets and grandiose wardrobes for something now far too worse for wear but befitting a special costume for my green fairy dreams.

Click my face and send a message with any leads. Thanks!

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GBACG goes to Dickens Fair - 12/8

Kendra — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 19:25:45 GMT

Join us for "The GBACG goes to The Great Dickens Christmas Fair" on Saturday, December 8th. We'll have three 'meet-ups' during the day. Join us for one, two, or all three. At each of the meet-ups, look for this year’s hosts, Lynne Taylor and Bridget Bradley-Scaife.

1:30pm – We'll gather for a glass of holiday cheer at the Prince Edward Pub in Pickwick Square. Join us for a pint or glass as we toast the spirits of season and share good wishes among our company. Please try to join us for this meet-up, as we will be taking some group photos!

2:30pm – We’ll gather at the Other Books Stage in Pickwick Square to see all the wonderful costumes shown in the Costume Contest. Lets ooh 'n aah over all the fine workmanship and see which will be our favorites this year!

4:00pm – We'll end our day with parlour games at Tavistock House, home of the Dickens Family. Come join and play or just watch the fun and merriment in the parlour!

More info: http://gbacg.org/Current/Dickens2007.htm

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Erotic sheep film - need costumer - baaa!

Lalalala! — Wed, 14 Nov 2007 19:13:14 GMT

Hi everyone,

I'm making a short film (5-6 minutes), and will need a costumer. Specifically, I'll need a sheep costume, as well as a ranch hand costume. The sheep costume will need to be crafted, and the ranch hand costume will either be provided by actor, or can be purchase in thrift stores. I thought this would be a good place to post to see if anyone here might be interested in joining in on a fun project with fun people.

The story is of a woman discovering the erotic joys of imagining that she is a Sheep, having adventures with her loving Ranch Hand. It's an all female cast. I've received excellent feedback on the script. Auditions will be in a week or so, and shooting will happen late this month or early next month. No pay but credit, DVD, good food, good folks, lots o' fun, and a well-run shoot.

About me: I’m a queer female video producer with corporate/industrial experience, who wants to just do something fun and creative for the heck of it. I'll be submitting this short to festivals and perhaps some online venues.

If interested, PM me telling me about your interest in the project, and I can tell you more...

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GBACG Hat Trimming Workshop: Trimming Your Toppers

Katie — Thu, 11 Oct 2007 13:26:34 GMT

The 2007 Greater Bay Area Costumer's Guild Workshop Series Presents:

Trimming Your Toppers

November 11, 2007
12 - 5 p.m.

Lynne Taylor will discuss the three traditional types of hat
trimming and how to choose and apply them. There will also be a
primer on the application of veiling! Students will have time to
create their hat trimmings after the lecture and demos. A supply
list will be sent to each student prior to class.

Location: Language Sciences Institute (LSI), 2015 Center Street,
Berkeley, CA, one block west of the Berkeley BART station. LSI has
drink machines but no food. Bring a sack lunch or visit one of the
local eateries for lunch prior to class. The classroom will be open
at 11:30. There will be an afternoon break. Free street parking or
paid parking nearby.

Cost: $26.00 GBACG Members, $36.00 Non-Members

Deadline for Sign-up: Nov 4, 2007 or until full. Space is limited
This workshop is payable via PayPal. You may also pay by check.
Please see our website for the sign-up form:
http://www.gbacg.org/Current/TrimmingYourToppers.htm

Questions? E-mail Katie at workshops@gbacg.org

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Discount tickets to Dickens Fair

Kendra — Sat, 27 Oct 2007 06:26:56 GMT

GBACG is once again selling discount tickets to Dickens Fair! You can buy as many as you want; tickets are good any day of the fair; tickets are held for you at Will Call (ie you pick up all your tickets the first day you go to fair).

** The deadline to purchase advance tickets is Nov. 16th!! **

Cost is:
- GBACG Members: $12 (check), $13 (PayPal)
- Non-members: $14 (check), $15 (PayPal)

Details and ordering info: http://gbacg.org/Current/DickensTickets.htm

Don't forget to join us for "GBACG Goes to the Dickens Fair" on Dec. 8th!

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Sunday is the annual San Francisco Victorian Alliance House Tour 1-5 pm; Noe Valley.

endymionsfate — Sun, 21 Oct 2007 04:56:47 GMT

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen,
I thought that this might be a good spot to list this wonderful annual event. If you are a lover of Victorian and Edwardian architecture, everything Victoriana, or ever wondered what some of these great old homes must look like on the inside as you walk-by, now is your chance! Here is a link to their website http://www.victorianalliance.org/ or, a link to tomorrow's tour http://www.victorianalliance.org/2007-home-tour.html

This is the first time that Noe Valley homes have been featured on the tour in 25 years. Tickets may be purchased for $25 on the day of the tour at the Victorian Alliance ticket booth on Elizabeth Street between Diamond and Castro; tour hours are 1-5 pm.

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Costumers yard sale - Sun. 10/14 in San Jose

Kendra — Mon, 01 Oct 2007 22:09:04 GMT

***Costumers Yard Sale***

Sunday, October 14, noon to 4pm
(no early-birds, please)

512 Laswell Ave, San Jose
near hwys 280 & 880
Use Yahoo! Maps to find us

8 costumers are selling their goodies in one place! Shop for fabric, patterns, historical & fantasy costumes, accessories, wigs, vintage clothing, Halloween & goth gear, handmade crafts -- bargains & surprises galore.

Looking for a reproduction 18th-c. gown, vintage ostrich plumes, or a traditional Egyptian belly-dance costume? How about a 1950s black taffeta dress, a reproduction 1850s Dickens Faire dress, or a red satin can-can costume? Maybe bolts of velvet & brocade fabric or wedding veil supplies are your thing? Come see these delights & more.

A few sellers will take PayPal, all will take cash. A communal dressing room with mirrors is available to try costumes on.

Visit the treasure trove of other costumers' closets. You never know what fabulous things you'll find!

Bonus for buyers:
This house is just blocks away from the hidden gem that is San Jose's Antique Row. Visit over a dozen jam-packed stores, selling everything from Victorian oak furniture to vintage 1950s dresses to Art Deco glassware -- often at better prices & less picked-over than in other parts of the Bay Area. We'll have a handout listing all the stores. Get a full day of treasure hunting in San Jose.

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Costume Salon: The Gilded Age

Kendra — Tue, 09 Oct 2007 23:29:09 GMT

The Greater Bay Area Costumers Guild presents:

Costume Salon: The Gilded Age
Sunday, October 14th, 2007 -- 1pm to 5pm

We will focus on costume from the Edwardian Era, 1901-1910. Tea will be provided and tidy, non-greasy potluck tea snacks are welcome. Various antique garments and accessories and costume reference books will be there to inspire. Come to socialize, work on projects, or brainstorm costumes for our upcoming Guilded Age Tea event. This is a newcomer-friendly event with no dress-up required. Our host is Sally Norton and this Costume Salon will be held in Fremont. If you are interested in attending, send an email to Lisa at costumesalons@gbacg.org to RSVP and get directions.

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Victorian Cemetery Stroll - 10/13 Oakland

Kendra — Tue, 28 Aug 2007 22:39:33 GMT

The Greater Bay Area Costumers Guild presents:

VICTORIAN CEMETERY STROLL
Saturday, October 13th, 2007 -- 12:30pm to 4:30pm
Mountain View Cemetery, Oakland, CA
http://gbacg.org/Current/CemeteryStroll.htm

Please join GBACG for a peaceful Autumn stroll through a beautiful, picturesque Victorian cemetery. Mountain View Cemetery, nestled in the hills of Oakland, California, is a San Francisco Bay Area gem. This cemetery is considered to be one of the most prominent examples of the Victorian “garden style” cemeteries in America. The design was created in 1863 by Frederick Law Olmstead, landscape architect famous for designing Central Park in New York City, and the grounds of the Capitol in Washington DC. His design for Mountain View Cemetery incorporates the surrounding natural world and features terraced hills, breathtaking vista views, and extraordinary monuments.

Our walk will feature several stops along the way, designed especially to enhance the visit and give us a chance to enjoy the areas features and history. The stroll will last about one hour, afterwards we’ll retire to a special spot for a late afternoon lunch, so be sure to pack yourself a picnic.

ADVANCE TICKETS REQUIRED. Ticket deadline is 10/9.

Lots more info, including ticket details: http://gbacg.org/Current/CemeteryStroll.htm

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Halloween Themed Costume Event... Want to join in?

Nikki — Sat, 22 Sep 2007 04:36:14 GMT

Hello all you Costumers!
I am considering producing a Halloween themed event in SF a week before Halloween and wondering if there is enough interested folks that create costumes and Halloween themed items to warrant renting a large space??

Do you make costumes or something Halloween related?
Looking for local businesses and entrepreneurs to join me in creating a great event!

If interested email me with what you make or sell that is Halloween themed!!
Thanks
Nikki

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Gatsby picnic - 9/9 Oakland

Kendra — Tue, 28 Aug 2007 21:33:22 GMT

The GBACG Goes to...

THE GATSBY SUMMER AFTERNOON
Sunday, September 9th, 2007 -- 1:00pm to 6:00pm
Dunsmuir House & Gardens, Oakland, CA

The biggest and best costume party of the year takes place at Dunsmuir Historic House in Oakland. It’s The Gatsby Summer Afternoon presented by the Art Deco Society of California.

This year GBACG is going to Gatsby and we hope to have the pleasure of your company. Known simply as The Gatsby, this event allows attendees to step back in time, circa 1925, as the party fills the great lawns in front of Dunsmuir House. The air is sweetened by the sounds of music from the Royal Society Jazz Orchestra playing popular favorites of the 1920s and 1930s. Antique cars offer a chauffeur service from the main gate to the picnic area. You’ll have a short walk to find our picnic location.

MORE DETAILS, including ticket info: http://gbacg.org/Current/Gatsby07.htm

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Costume Designer needed for emerging theatre company

LadyThorn — Wed, 15 Aug 2007 20:22:22 GMT

Butterfield 8 Theatre Company is looking for a Costume Designer.

Butterfield 8 is a small but emerging company based in the East Bay. Following the vision of Artistic Director John Butterfield, the company is dedicated to bringing fresh approaches to classic and historical works, as well as showcasing new and experimental plays and ideas.

We are currently going into production for

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

This production will feature some non-traditional casting, with a strong possibility of same-sex couples in the leading roles, and supporting roles filled by either sex, all ages, and many “body-types.” We hope to emphasize movement with both staging and costuming, and may double-cast several roles.

The show will be in production through August and September,
and run weekends in October at Cue Productions in Concord.

Future productions this season will include
The Importance of Being Earnest and Taming of the Shrew.

We are seeking a costume designer who will bring an innovative and fresh perspective, and who understands the time and monetary challenges of community theatre. This is a volunteer position, with growing exposure to the community, and great opportunity to stretch some creative wings.

If you are interested, or would like further details, please email:

8butterfield@gmail.com

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got some interesting fabric...

fkinggiggles — Sun, 12 Aug 2007 23:43:38 GMT

It was on sale at Poppy's but no indicator as to what it was made of...it has chenille stripes along side what i think is bicolored draped/cinched cotton. I washed it very carefully and it dried nicely as well and now have a yard of 56" wide mystery fabric with too much give for a corset (would've looked nice too). Now I am at a loss for what to do with it...anyone got an idea, other than forking it over to someone else? Oh the colors are a tawny brown chenille and a mix of brown and robin's egg blue - so pretty.

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Looking for a grommet setter renal in SF or South Bay

Fri, 08 Jun 2007 20:43:45 GMT

Please pardon the cross-post.

Does anyone know of a place that rents their grommet setter in SF or the South Bay at large? I've mislaid mine and have a project due right away. Laci's is out of reach for me due to their limited hours and my schedule. It would be very helpful to find someone who - like Laci's - will also sell 00 grommets as mine are probably with my setter!

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“The Smiling Man” World Premiere and DVD Release Party

B.J. — Tue, 24 Jul 2007 03:01:08 GMT

(San Francisco, CA) - Local movie makers Kelp Entertainment are proud to unveil their new detective mystery in a free Noir-themed bash and public screening at 12 Galaxies on the evening of August 7th, 8:00 P.M.

Set in San Francisco, 1948, “The Smiling Man” tells the story of down-on-his-luck private detective Nick Chambers as he tracks down a missing man with only a single lead to work from - a photograph of his grinning quarry. Without even a name to go on, Nick begins a citywide hunt for this mysterious missing person, but finds more questions than answers. Based on the short story written by Keoni Chavez, originally published in the anthology “Fog City Nocturne”, The Smiling Man pays loving homage to the classic detective films of the forties, while adding a decidedly post-modern slant.

The centerpiece of the evening will be two screenings of “The Smiling Man”, each lasting 37 minutes, once in vintage black and white, and again in color. Many members of the cast and crew will be on hand to share anecdotes and answer questions.

Guests can compete in a “Liar’s Dice” tournament for valuable prizes. Refreshments will be available for purchase at 12 Galaxies’ bar, and we may have a surprise musical guest!

1940’s clothing is encouraged, but by no means required.

“The Smiling Man” World Premiere and DVD Release Party
Tuesday, August 7th, 8:00 p.m.
12 Galaxies, 2565 Mission Street @ 22nd St., San Francisco
Open to the public, 21 and over.
http://www.thesmilingman.com>
http://www.12galaxies.com

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RE-FASHION Costume Change and Exchange Recycling Event

thebrillianthen — Thu, 19 Jul 2007 18:21:52 GMT

SATURDAY, AUGUST 18, 2007
11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Humanist Hall, Oakland
390 27th St, between Telegraph and Broadway

Does your alter ego need a makeover? Is your costume closet filled with treasures you haven’t been wearing? Got an unfinished wearable art project that needs a little push of inspiration? RE-FASHION is the solution!

RE-FASHION is a costume swap and modification event. Bring a bag or more of your unwanted costumes, finery, accessories, and notions, and something to hold your takeaways. Please, no underwear or swimwear. There will be a suggested donation, but the focus is recycling, and nobody will be turned away for lack of funds.

The swap begins with a giant collective pile of clothing, the unwanted costumes of all who attend. Everyone is welcome to dive in and find their next new, used items from the pile. Take as little or as much clothing from this pile as you like.

We’ll provide transformation stations, where you can cut, sew, glue, paint, bedazzle, and otherwise renew and combine someone else's rags into your riches.

There will be an outdoor area, where you can supervise your children as they play, and where children’s items will be swapped.

If you’d like to:
volunteer for the event
bring your sewing machine to the event for others to use
help run a transformation station
lead a workshop on modifying clothing
or provide an activity for children

or if you just need more information…

please email refashion2007@gmail.com

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Guillotine Picnic - 7/14 in Oakland

Kendra — Tue, 22 May 2007 20:33:32 GMT

Tickets are now on sale for:

SURVIVING THE GUILLOTINE: A FRENCH REVOLUTION PICNIC
Saturday, July 14th, 2007 -- 12pm to 5pm
Mountain View Cemetery, Oakland, CA
http://www.gbacg.org/Current/GuillotinePicnic.htm

Citizens and aristocrats are invited to celebrate life in the face of death with a picnic, memorial to the aristocrats and revolutionaries, and period songs and dances.

Costume: Costumes are required. The suggested costume era is 1780-1799 (the build-up to and period of the revolution), but 1700-1810 (the full 18th century, plus early Regency/Empire) is also welcome and perfectly appropriate. All social classes are welcome!

Tickets: Advance tickets required. Tickets are $7.50 members, $14.50 non-members, $5.00 children 5-12, free for children 0-5.

** Ticket deadline: July 2, 2007 **

Lots more info, including ticket purchase information, is available at:
http://www.gbacg.org/Current/GuillotinePicnic.htm

Hope to see you there!

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1920s dress workshop - Berkeley - 7/22

Kendra — Wed, 20 Jun 2007 17:09:45 GMT

The 2007 GBACG Workshop Series Presents:

ONE HOUR DRESSES OF THE 1920s
Sunday, July 22, 2007
11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: LSI, 2015 Center Street, Berkeley, CA
http://www.gbacg.org/Current/OneHourDress.htm

Need a new dress to wear to the Art Deco Society's Gatsby Summer Afternoon or the Silent Film Festival? Join us on July 22 and make a dress in a day!

In the 1920s many books and magazine articles were dedicated to sewing a frock fast. Using period references, Bridget Bradley-Scaife will show you the fabulously simple techniques that go into making yourself a quick and beautiful 1920's dress. Students will learn how to measure, construct and personalize their frock with design elements used on dresses of the 1920's.

Each student will receive handouts and a CD. A supply list that includes suggested fabric and trim yardage will be sent to each student prior to class.

Location: Language Sciences Institute (LSI), 2015 Center Street, Berkeley, one block south of the Berkeley BART station. LSI has drink machines but no real food, bring a sack lunch or visit one of the local eateries. Free street parking or paid parking garage nearby.

Cost: $37.00 GBACG Members, $47.00 Non-Members

Deadline for Sign-up: July 13, 2007 or until full. Space is limited.
This workshop is payable via PayPal. You may also pay by check.
Please see our website ( www.gbacg.org ) for sign-up information.

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Wear Regency and Sing Along!

Yvette — Sun, 03 Jun 2007 05:07:07 GMT

Lyric Theatre Sails to Our 100th Production with H.M.S. Pinafore!

For this centennial production, HMS Pinafore is set in the Regency period and Lyric is hosting an event of particular interest to costumers and music lovers: A special Sing-Along Performance, Thursday, June 21st at 8pm.

Thursday's special performance features longtime Lyric favorite performers reprising their leading roles on stage with the usual chorus in costume and full
orchestra. You are invited to sing along with the choruses; lyrics will be shown by supertitles, and the conductor will cue chorus entrances. You are encouraged to come in costume and to bring a score if you have one. Regular ticket prices apply for this performance. Box Office (408) 986-1455

Lyric Theatre's success has been the result of its loyal community of volunteers, performers, donors, and audience members - let's all gather together to celebrate our accomplishments!

If you cannot make the special performance, we hope you will plan to attend one of our other performances of H.M.S. Pinafore on June 16, 17, 22, 23, or 24 or our Celebration Party on June 23. Box Office (408) 986-1455

Celebration Party, Saturday, June 23, 6pm - 7pm Location: Montgomery Theater Courtyard Box Office (408) 986-1455

This pre-show party will give you the chance to mingle with your Lyric Theatre friends while enjoying a variety of fine wines, sparkling juice, light hors d'oeuvres, and live jazz music. Tickets for the reception are $20 and do not include tickets to the performance (but you are encouraged to attend both!)

Save money on Lyric Theatre tickets when you purchase for a group of ten or more. A night at the theater is a great outing for your club, co-workers, friends, or family. Please contact our Ticketing Manager, Chris Frye at groupsales@lyrictheatre.org, to discuss your group's needs. Group sales are not supported through our online box office.

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Simplicity patterns on Sale

Liz — Sun, 27 May 2007 07:47:14 GMT

Just a quick reminder - Simplicity patterns are on sale for 99 cents at Joanns until Monday. There are a couple of really cool new patterns out this year as well as what I think is a re-release of a discontinued pattern: #5035 - gold brocade vest with the plaid pants.
happy shopping!
Liz

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Costume Swap and Sale, sewing circle at Social Salon

scott — Mon, 14 May 2007 22:13:34 GMT

bring sewing projects at Social Sampler, a new concept in Social networking

$12 from 6 to midnight
Oakland Veterans Hall
200 Grand Avenue
Oakland CA 94610

Costume and clothing sell and swap, sewing circle. Also included are all the other Social Sampler activities.

Friday Night Waltz and Social Sampler have joined to offer a long evening of dance and social activities.

Included are 5 hours of waltz classes and dances, and many social aciivities, such as:

social games, board games, and card games room
Ice cream sampler - mango, green tea, cocoanut, gigner, lycee. purple yam

conversation tables - movies, books, dining, vacations, tech, random chat, pets
toy table - knex, tinker toys, puzzles, legos.
2 hours of waltzing class and 3 hours of dj waltz and polka music.

future events: singalong, script readalongs, Live Action Role Playing.
May 26 6pm to midnight
$12 for sellers and others,
access to all the other events

Oakland Veterans Hall
200 Grand Avenue
Oakland CA 94610

5 blocks from Oakland 19th Street Bart
directions, bus routes, and bart information at website (at the bottom of the main page).

http://www.SocialSampler.com

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Hogwarts End-of-Term Celebration - Tickets on Sale!

Kendra — Thu, 12 Apr 2007 17:11:23 GMT

Join the GBACG on June 23rd for the best Harry Potter party of the
summer! The Hogwarts End-of-Term Celebration is just a few weeks
before the fifth movie, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix and
the release of the seventh book, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows!

Members only presale, April 12th - 30th! Tickets are limited!
After these dates, ticket sales will be open to the public!
Visit: http://www.gbacg.org/Current/Hogwarts.htm

Members: $38.00, Non-Members: $48.00 and Children(5-12): $33.00

The Hillside Club will stand in for Hogwarts for the evening. This
dramatic Arts-and-Crafts Era hall is nestled in a hilly residential
area in Berkeley.

Traditional refreshments such as pumpkin juice & butterbeer will be
served, along with a buffet of delectable appetizers and desserts
created by our House Elves. The evening will be full of skits,
speeches, songs, contests, and other diversions that will provide
bewitching amusement.

Guests will be sorted in advance by the Sorting Hat and you will be
seated at one of the four house tables: Gryffindor, Hufflepuff,
Ravenclaw, or Slytherin. You will be able to give requests on house
seating, however it will be on a first come first serve basis.

So don't delay, buy your ticket now!

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BAERS presents a Diverted Jane Austen Ball, April 28th in San Mateo

Alan — Tue, 17 Apr 2007 21:55:11 GMT

We grandly invite you to Sensible Prejudices, "The Bad Jane Ball" with
Congress of Vienna, Waltzes, and Jane Austen era dances on Saturday
April 28th at the San Mateo Masonic Lodge (100 N. Ellsworth at Tilton, San Mateo)

Music by Divertimento Dance Orchestra under the direction of James Langdell
Accessible country dances taught on the fly by Alan Winston

Flyer with discount for advance ticket purchase is here:
www.flickr.com/photo_zoom.gneid=364935910&size=l

The date will be Monday, Oct 21st 1811. The night of Mr.
Lucas's Assembly where Elizabeth and Darcy first meet.
And any other Jane Austen characters who want to come along!

For those looking for color themes for outfits, the stage will be
dainty in a white with floral print, somewhat of a
tearoom in look, not too grand, but certainly respectable:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/dancingisland/419669496/
http://www.flickr.com/photo_zoom.gne?id=419669781&size=o

Will open with Congress of Vienna, 8pm sharp!

General Bay Area English Regency Society (BAERS) info: www.baers.org

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GBACG Goes to Gaskells

Kendra — Sat, 03 Mar 2007 18:46:13 GMT

Join the Greater Bay Area Costumers Guild as we attend...

THE GASKELL BALL
SATURDAY APRIL 21, 8:30pm-midnight
Oakland, CA
http://www.gbacg.org/Current/Gaskells07.htm

Are you a regular of the Gaskell Victorian balls in Oakland? Have you
wanted to attend, but been worried about not knowing anyone? Did you
go regularly in the past, but haven’t gone in years? Well, mark your
calendars! We’ve decided to attend the April 21, 2007 ball en masse.
Come and meet GBACG members, admire the dancers and costumes, and
dance the night away!

The Gaskell Ball costume guidelines call for semi-formal or formal
attire of the 19th century to modern day. ** GBACG members are
encouraged to wear Victorian costume (1830s-1890s) with a fantasy
twist – fantasy as the Victorians would have done it. **

Lots more info on our costume theme and meet up plans is available on
our website: http://www.gbacg.org/Current/Gaskells07.htm

Questions? Email me - president@gbacg.org

Hope to see you there!

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Little Women picnic - 5/20

Kendra — Fri, 16 Mar 2007 17:13:41 GMT

The Greater Bay Area Costumers Guild presents:

THE LITTLE WOMEN PICNIC
Sunday, May 20th, 2007 -- 12pm to 5pm
The Shinn House, Fremont, CA

Join Jo, Meg, Amy, and Beth for an afternoon with the Little Women! The March family invites you to an afternoon at Orchard House for picnicking, croquet, and period games. Enjoy a beautiful early summer afternoon on the lawn, tour the beautiful Shinn House, and explore the Japanese garden.

Costume: costumes are required for this event. Suggested era is 1860-65, but 1850-1869 is also welcome. All social classes are welcome. Dickens Fair or Civil War costumes are perfect!

ADVANCE TICKETS REQUIRED.

For more information, including ticket info, see: http://gbacg.org/Current/LittleWomen.htm

Hope to see you there!

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Bubblemen costumes

babd — Tue, 06 Mar 2007 02:38:41 GMT

Recall the Love & Rockets alter ego stint as the Bubblemen?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T26TuxkUa3Q

We're looking to borrow/rent 3 costumes for an April event. Does anybody have any leads?

Thanks - pls ping me directly.

jenn

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GBACG Victorian Bodice Draping Workshop in Berkeley, CA--tix now on sale!

Katie — Sat, 03 Mar 2007 01:56:55 GMT

If you missed the first GBACG "Basic Bodice Draping for the Victorian Era" workshop in early February, here’s one more chance to learn how to create Victorian bodices that fit YOU like a glove! GBACG President Kendra Van Cleave will demonstrate how to drape a fitted bodice and then students will pair up and drape each other. We’ll then go through all of the patterning and mockup stages so that each student leaves with a perfectly fitted bodice pattern sloper that can be adjusted to suit most eras of the Victorian era (1830-1900).

Students must wear their Victorian corsets (and the appropriate undergarments) during the draping and fitting stages of the class if they intend to wear their bodice over a corset. A kit containing muslin and pattern paper will be provided to each student. The course fee includes the kit. A basic supply list will be sent to each student after the sign-up deadline.

Date: April 29th, 10-5 p.m.
Cost: $25.00 GBACG Members, $30.00 Non-Members
Deadline for Sign-up: April 21st, 2007. Space is limited to 12.

Location: LSI, 2015 Center Street, Berkeley, Ca. 1 Block south of Berkeley BART. LSI has drink machines but no food, bring a sack lunch or visit one of the local eateries. Free street parking or paid parking garage near by.

Please go to our website (www.gbacg.org) for sign-up information.

Questions? Please e-mail: workshops@gbacg.org

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Photos from "The Smiling Man" shoot!

B.J. — Fri, 02 Mar 2007 03:44:12 GMT

I'm sorry that this is so late, but the last two weeks have been so full of hell that you don't even want to know about it. I'm just glad I'm finally able to put my attention back on the film and offer some long overdue kudos for the troupe of extras that joined us for the shoot on February 17th!

We all met by the fountain in Justin Herman Plaza. Assistant Director Bryan Tolin, Our star, Chris Hudak and I were there fairly early, and were terrified that no one was actually going to show.
http://www.thesmilingman.com/MakingOf/Extras00.jpg

First to arrive and alleviate our fears was Fedora Lounger Jason "Hondo" Thompson, adding some military gravitas to the scene. Next to show up were Greater Bay Area Costumers Guild member Suzette Davidson and her friend Sanaz Tofighrad, looking quite spectacular in their 40's finery.
http://www.thesmilingman.com/MakingOf/Extras02.jpg

Here's another GBACG representative, Suzanne Long, sporting the most elaborately beautiful hairdo we've seen yet!
http://www.thesmilingman.com/MakingOf/Extras03.jpg

Representing the Mystery Writers of America, Catherine and Michael Accardi fill out their release forms.
http://www.thesmilingman.com/MakingOf/Extras04.jpg

The group was rounded out by Bud Hazelkorn (left, in the blue suit) and the lovely Agrella family (mostly hidden in the back).
http://www.thesmilingman.com/MakingOf/Extras05.jpg

Our motley crew of anachronistic extras were quite the spectacle as we took over one of SF Muni's historic F-Line streetcars. Karen Tolin rides in the back getting some "making of" footage.
http://www.thesmilingman.com/MakingOf/Extras06.jpg

The shot of everyone exiting the streetcar was nearly lost when the doors broke as we reached the Castro station. Luckily, the driver fixed the doors quickly, and was kind enough to let us all get back on the street car and exit again, resulting in a perfect shot. Here Deborah Agrella comforts her son Daniel as we all wait on the platform as the driver worked on the doors.
http://www.thesmilingman.com/MakingOf/Extras07.jpg

Bill Longen, Events Producer for the The Castro Theater, was very generous in allowing us to shoot in their ticket booth, even though we arrived a half-hour late.
http://www.thesmilingman.com/MakingOf/Extras08.jpg

We rounded out the day with my Hitchcockian cameo as a beat cop giving a thuggish Bud Hazelkorn a hard time.
http://www.thesmilingman.com/MakingOf/Extras09.jpg

Our most sincere thanks go out to the eleven fine folks who went out of their way to add a level of richness and authenticity to "The Smiling Man" beyond my wildest hopes.

Beej

"The Smiling Man" trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5MlgJZZpUNQ

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Costume Academy workshop - tix on sale!

Kendra — Thu, 15 Feb 2007 17:17:37 GMT

GBACG Presents:

COSTUME ACADEMY
Sunday, March 11th, 2007 - 9:30am-4:30pm
Berkeley, CA
http://gbacg.org/CostumeAcademy/index.htm

ADVANCE TICKETS REQUIRED - deadline 3/3, but this always sells out, so buy your tickets now if you want to attend.

There are twelve classes offered, four classes in each time slot, three time slots. Each student chooses one class from the four topics in each time slot. It's that simple: a full day with 3 classes.

Classes include:

Session 1:
Ribbonwork: Easy Cockades, Rose and Leaves
Women's Hairstyles of the Bustle Era, 1870-1889
Great and Monsterous Ruffes - Styles & Construction of Sixteenth Century Ruffs
Macramé Militaré

Session 2:
Fantastic Feathers
Making a Chignon for Period Hairstyles Made Easy
Eighteenth Century Quilted Petticoats
Men's Wear in the Mid to Late 19th Century

Session 3:
"HAND" is Not a Four Letter Word and Machines Are Not Evil: Stitches for Constructing Garments
A Victorian Hair Ornament
Vintage Care and Repair
Late 1840's in America

http://gbacg.org/CostumeAcademy/index.htm

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Little Women Costume Salon

Kendra — Thu, 22 Feb 2007 03:58:15 GMT

You are officially invited to a Little Women Costume Salon!
The date is Sunday, March 4th, 2007.
Time is 2-6pm.
Place is Shelley's house in Walnut Creek (20 min walk from Pleasant Hill BART)

Costume Salons, presented by the GBACG, are mellow, informal opportunities to talk costume. You can come to get more information about mid-nineteenth century costuming (prepping for May's GBACG Little Women event), to get fitting help on any project, or to just hang out and be social with other costumers.

There is a sewing room for those who want to get work done, we'll be showing the movie in another room, there will be experienced mid-19th century costumers and costume books present to answer questions, and the rest is a party!

Details: Tea and coffee will be provided and the rest is potluck. Teens and older please. This home has cats. Skipping perfume/cologne would be appreciated by the allergic.

Please RSVP to Shelley Rodgers: pirate@value.net
or to Lisa Swehla: 510.237.1508
and we'll give you the rest of the details.
Hope to see you there!

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PHOTOS ~ EDWARDIAN BALL

pixievision — Fri, 02 Feb 2007 17:29:04 GMT

http://www.pixievisionproductions.com/gallery/edwardianball07

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looking for all black cotton brocade

Terri — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 23:17:38 GMT

I am desperatly seeking an all black cotton brocade.
Suitable for making coats.
I am in the bay area and have exhausted all of my suppliers.
Sal barriessi included. I do not use Britex because of the
rediculous pricing. Any suggestions?
I need 25 yards.
thanks!

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Celebration of 1890 Hats

Kendra — Tue, 30 Jan 2007 22:16:54 GMT

Saturday, February 17, 2007

The San Mateo County History Museum & GBACG are jointly presenting an afternoon study of 1890 hats. The afternoon includes a short talk, a hat display, and the opportunity to try on hats. Bring your questions, cameras and 1890 hats. Space is limited. Advance reservations are required. Free with museum admission: $4 Adults; $2 Seniors and Students with ID.

***For reservations call Katrina A. Donovan 650.299.0104 ext. 31

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RSVP for this Sunday’s GBACG Open House by January 25th

Isara — Tue, 23 Jan 2007 05:57:06 GMT

(snagged from the listserv)

We've got a few seats left for the GBACG Open House but you need to RSVP by January 25th. Send an email to openhouse@gbacg.org and give the names of attendees.

GBACG Members are FREE and non-members pay only $5 at the door (refunded if you join at the Open House). Lunch will be served and we'll have our fabulous fashion show called "Night and Day" and a raffle for great costume-related items.

Sunday, January 28th
Noon to 4:00pm
Yet Wah Restaurant
5238 Diamond Heights Blvd, San Francisco, CA

Here are a few of the items we are raffling:

Membership to Costume College (in So. California)
Membership to Costume Con 26 (being held in San Jose in 2008)
Membership to GBACG's Costume Academy (in March)
Lots of Patterns and Costume Books
Antique Piano Shawl
Vintage accessories (hats, purses, shoes)
Sitting and 8x10 Photo Portrait ($200 value)
2 GBACG Memberships or Renewals

Costumes are NOT required but if you want to come in costume we'd be delighted.

You must RSVP by January 25th so we know how many to expect. Send an email to openhouse@gbacg.org and give the names of attendees.

For directions to Yet Wah Restaurant in San Francisco see our website page at: http://gbacg.org/Current/OpenHouse.htm

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Surcoat Pattern?

Tue, 23 Jan 2007 05:36:10 GMT

Are there any surcoat patterns that people on this tribe recommend? My original faire outfit was going ot have a lace up bodice but I am now a nursing mom and think a surcoat may be more practical for me.

I have searched the pattern review but am looking for additional recommendations.

Thanks!

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Film Noir Casting Call

B.J. — Fri, 15 Dec 2006 23:45:24 GMT

Do you love Film Noir?
How would you like to be in one?

This is your chance!

Kelp Entertainment is currently shooting “The Smiling Man”, an original one hour long detective story set in San Francisco, shortly after the end of WWII.

We need people of any age, race or sex as secondary characters and extras to fill out the backgrounds of a few key scenes shot around the city. We will mostly be shooting on weekends in January. This is a great chance to get some exposure, dress up in your vintage finest clothes and have some fun!

The catch:
· All applicants must be able to provide their own reasonably authentic period clothing.

· Women must be able to do their own hair and makeup.

· Men must have appropriately short hair, and be willing to slick it back with pomade (available on request) or equivalent.

No one who can meet those requirements will be refused, regardless of background, experience or talent. (Applicants will be required to submit a photo of themselves in their vintage costume for approval.)

We are a tiny, independent company, funding our production out-of-pocket. The only compensation we can offer is screen credit and a copy of the finished DVD, which should be available in spring of 2007.

For more information please call Bryan Tolin at (707) 246-9969
or send an email to piratebryan@msn.com

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Elizabethan event - 2/24/07 - save the date!

Kendra — Thu, 21 Dec 2006 19:56:43 GMT

Queen Elizabeth and the Pirate

Saturday, February 24, 2007

Join Queen Elizabeth and her court as she hosts a farewell banquet for the infamous female Irish Pirate, Grace O'Malley, at a Greenwich tavern called The Bearded Mermaid. There will a fabulous feast, entertainments, music, and much toasting and intrigues throughout the evening. Will the Queen pardon Grace's past indiscretions against the crown? Will Grace's nemesis, Sir Richard Bingham, get his comeuppance? Our location is the Sequoia Lodge in the Oakland Hills, the same location as last year's magical Lord of the Rings event. Tickets will go on sale late December and more details are to come. You won't want to miss this one!

Tickets will go on sale soon -- I'll update here as soon as they are available. Advance tickets required.

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So... where does a poor chap find clothes suitable for FNW/Gadskells/similar dance in the (East) Bay Area??

Davey — Tue, 26 Dec 2006 22:21:35 GMT

Thanks!

Davey

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I'm wondering.....

Bounty — Fri, 22 Dec 2006 23:16:24 GMT

If any of you have seen Shakira's "hips don't lie" (ugh) video. I am trying to recreate the bodysuit, sheer with sequins. Any help.....site to buy one? ~*~ Bounty

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