I finished my Laurel Mists shawl! After I opened Clue 5, I was both excited and completely demotivated by the lace! I put the project away for about a week before tackling it. It took me almost an hour to knit one row! Then I realized it was a 4 row repeat and for some …
Month: October 2020
Do you consider makeup as part of your overall look for a performance? I find that makeup can really help enhance a costume! I thought it might be nice to take a tiny departure and share my thoughts on stage makeup as it’s an important aspect to your overall look in performance dance. For dancers, …
I actually have several sewing kits around the house: one with notions for the sewing machine, a pouch with the serger accessories, a carefully curated hand sewing kit I keep in my nightstand. There are also boxes and jam jars filled with thread, trims, zippers, buttons, and other embellishments and fasteners. Having the tools on …
Do you find it difficult to find inspiration for your dance costumes? Are you looking for something similar to something you’ve already seen? Or are you trying to create something new from your imagination? Answering these questions can help guide you to designing something you will be really happy with. Questions to Ask Yourself First …