Re: [h-cost] Re: DC :-)

In a message dated 6/7/2007 11:11:51 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > Maybe we should have a Suburban DC costuming day or something! :-) I could probably host something at Riversdale, as long as our numbers aren't too large. But it would have to wait until fall.

RE: [h-cost] upcoming book

Hi Sharon-- "Survey of Historic Costume" by Tortora and Eubank, 4th Ed. (ugh) I teach Historic clothing. Monica -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Sharon Collier Sent: Friday, June 08, 2007 2:23 AM To: 'Historical Costume' Subject: RE: [h-cost]

Re: [h-cost] Re: DC :-)

Jeraldine Rorstrom-Lee wrote: Mayhap we should. Who's up for it? me! me! as long as a scooter can get in whereever. -Judy Mitchell (lurking and feeling grumpy after seeing the orthopedist today) Me too! Since I work 2 buildings downhill from Jerry it should work out. Although I'

[h-cost] ? on library search and article databases (Althea Turner)

I can't find that CIBA Review currently exists. My sources don't show what years it was pubbed, though my (admittedly erratic) memory seems to be telling me it did exist. However, CIBA Journal ran from 1957 - 1993. It was indexed in Chemical Abstracts; in Textile Technology Index (1973-1989); &

Re: [h-cost] ? on library search and article databases (Althea Turner)

In a message dated 6/8/2007 7:42:24 AM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I can't find that CIBA Review currently exists. My sources don't show what years it was pubbed, though my (admittedly erratic) memory seems to be telling me it did exist. Our campus library seems to h

[h-cost] asking for suggestions to fix sleeves

Hi folks... I've finally gotten the brown kirtle pretty much done. Yay me! I tried it on for a final fitting the other night to get the hem dealt with, and I'll be, it fit. It actually fit very, very well. And it did what I wanted it to do. The problem, as you will see in the photo is the sleeve

RE: [h-cost] upcoming book

Thanks. I don't know why it didn't work the first time, but I guess I gave them too much information. Cut and Paste worked just fine. Lalah, Never give up, Never surrender --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: monica spence <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Historical Costume <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Cc: Subjec

Re: [h-cost] asking for suggestions to fix sleeves

Marie Stewart wrote: The armhole is fine, the problem is that I have increased the size of my biceps by a full inch, and also increased the size of my forearm by about 1/2". And the dress was cut with skin tight arms, with the buttons placed on the outer edge of the opening. That fabric is

[h-cost] Re: Suburban DC costuming day?

I'm game :) Do you think it would be better to just meet for food or something costume-neutral, or try and find a museum/exhibit/something we might all be interested in? Allison T. On 6/8/07, [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Send h-costume mailing list submissions to --

[h-cost] Sofie in the dress.

As promised here are the pictures of a very happy Sofie, She jumped up and down Notice the big bunch of flowers, nice to have positive feedback from a satisfied costumer: http://www.my-drewscostumes.dk/terrasse.htm Bjarne Leif og Bjarne Drews www.my-drewscostumes.dk http://home0.inet.tele

Re: [h-cost] Sofie in the dress.

Quoting Bjarne og Leif Drews <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>: As promised here are the pictures of a very happy Sofie, She jumped up and down Notice the big bunch of flowers, nice to have positive feedback from a satisfied costumer: http://www.my-drewscostumes.dk/terrasse.htm My, my, my, my, my And

Re: [h-cost] Sofie in the dress.

Thanks for sharing, Bjarne. Glad to see that Dashing Gentleman with Sofie, as well! You each look fabulous! Susan "Slow down. The trail is the thing, not the end of the trail. Travel too fast and you miss all you are traveling for".  - "Ride the Dark Trail" by Louis L'Amour On Jun 8, 2007, a

RE: [h-cost] Sofie in the dress.

Bjarne: Thank you so much for sharing this stunning ensemble. Now if you could have all of your customers as pleased and appreciative of all of your work as Sophie. Cindy Abel Omaha NE Leif og Bjarne Drews www.my-drewscostumes.dk http://home0.inet.tele.dk/drewscph/ _

[h-cost] Women in Art. OT- a little

This is pretty cool, and while it may be OT, we will all recognize some of the paintings! less than 3 minutes http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nUDIoN-_Hxs ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costu

Re: [h-cost] asking for suggestions to fix sleeves

I would suggest inserting a panel of trim or coordinating fabric up the back of the arm. Rebecca --- Marie Stewart <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >> The problem, as you will see in the photo is the > sleeves. It seems > that I have taken a) too long to sew this dress > together and b) that > my weigh

RE: [h-cost] Sofie in the dress.

Oh, Bjarne, How glorious! Patty From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] on behalf of Bjarne og Leif Drews Sent: Fri 6/8/2007 4:06 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [h-cost] Sofie in the dress. As promised here are the pictures of a very happy Sofie, She jumped up and down

RE: [h-cost] Inner Stiffening

Where would you get hair canvas. I've never seen it before. Lynn Diana Habra <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I second the hair canvas suggestion. I use it to stiffen all of my bodices and sleeves (if they need it). It is lightweight, gives a natural-looking stiffness, and breathes well. Diana P.S

[h-cost] Red silk dress

Bjarne, Bravo What a beautiful gown and a very lovely and lucky young lady. You are charming in your suit as well. Paula _ Get a preview of Live Earth, the hottest event this summer - only on MSN http://liveearth.msn.com?source=m

Re: [h-cost] Inner Stiffening Sources

In a message dated 6/8/2007 5:57:34 P.M. Mountain Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Where would you get hair canvas. I've never seen it before. Lynn Diana Habra <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I second the hair canvas suggestion. I use it to stiffen all of my bodices and sleeves (if

Re: [h-cost] Re: Suburban DC costuming day?

either would be okay by me. We have such a fine set of museums here, it would be a shame to miss them. Anything comung up? Jerry A. Thurman wrote: I'm game :) Do you think it would be better to just meet for food or something costume-neutral, or try and find a museum/exhibit/something we mig