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Egyptian costumes

claudine — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 17:40:22 GMT

Hi all

We are egyptian shop specialized in belly dance costumes and wing of isis.

If u are interested please take a look :

search.ebay.com/_W0QQsassZ...s_and_night

Best regards from Egypt

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Dancers Wanted

evil — Mon, 24 Mar 2008 22:27:53 GMT

I am looking for friendly & patient semi-professional belly dancers and/or fire performers for a dance company. Age between 21-37. Dancers must provide thier own costmes. Absolutely no egos or drama allowed. If interested contact Evil Raven. We are located in the San Gabriel Valley area in CA

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A book that is a complete history of bellydance costumes in different cultures in different periods.....

Pandora — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 15:46:33 GMT

Anyone ever come across a book like this? Where either photos or drawings are used and each pic shows the country and time period with maybe some info about the type of dance performed in the type of costume? Info about how religion influenced it's appearance or disappearance as a fad for the time? I know I'm stretching here. I would like to find a big book like this.

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Bellydanceshoppe veils

Atisheh — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 03:08:08 GMT

Hi guys,

The Bellydanceshoppe is having a sale on veils, and since I don't have a silk veil, I was thinking of splurging on one. I was wondering if anyone here has ordered silk veils from them, and might be able to tell me what they're like in terms of quality.

(This would be a practice/learning veil, not for a performance, so it doesn't need to be the most gorgeous thing *ever*. It's also why I'd rather spend $20 on it rather than $70.)

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Why do people keep posting items for sale in the "topics" section?????

Gailene (Zamira) — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 04:20:17 GMT

I find this very annoying and a waste of my time. Please, moderator, ask them to stop. PLEASE.

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25 yard skirt pattern

Michelle — Mon, 21 Jan 2008 16:34:09 GMT

Hi all! Does anyone have a pattern source for a 25 yard skirt? I can not seem to find one!

Thanks a ton!
Michelle

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If you're 36D & have 38-ish inch hips.....

kawakib — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 13:51:44 GMT

Just listed these -
Blue Egyptian skirt & veil set:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&&item=190203642425

7 piece light blue Turkish belly dance costume set:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&&item=190203658193

These two items have only a couple days left -
Green/gold headpiece set:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=190202644805

Brown/gold full 7 piece set:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=190202639029

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selling costumes on ebay....

kawakib — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 15:22:01 GMT

My closets are exploding, I need to move some costumes out of here!

the fabulous silk-satin/silk chiffon number:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&&item=190197578499

gorgeous white/gold costume:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=190197584540

and of course, a Neckelmens! Green & gold:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=190197589335

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teal and brow bra and belt Small

bellydancecostumesbytc — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:30:34 GMT

you may see photos on page 4 and 5 in my pics
and email if you would like to have it through tribe or tcsdance@aol.com
This is a hand made costume. Both bra and belt are lined. The bra is very sturdy will hold it's shape well.The bra will fit a 32-34 A/B. This costume will work great for new students, hobbyist class recitals, parties, Goth night, belly fusion, photos, and performances.
This is an original one of a kind costume.

The bra will fit a 32-34 A/B. The bra is covered in a teal velvet panne' fabric. The bra is trimmed in a brown gimp trim about an inch wide, . Beneath the trim is a row of the tribal metal fringe. At the center of the bra is button ornament with a few dangle. The side panels and the straps are made from the same fabric that covers the bra cups. The bra ties across the back kris- cross with D-rings. The bra straps are 37 inches long.

The belt is cover in the same fabric as the bra.This belt 35 inches long not including the tie ends.This belt can be shorten before it is sent if needed. The tie ends are 15 inches long..The belt also has the same brown trim as on the bra .Below the trim are 7 dangle buttons. The ribbon fringe is made up of mixture of teal and brown yarn thick in texture in three groupings . Between each grouping of yarn fringe is a belled chain for added movement and sound.
As stated before this is a one of a kind piece of wearable art . The colors are very pretty and has really good movement to it
you will stand out in the crowd in this one
email with any questions or more photos 80.00 plus 6.00 shipping
(also the cosutme is a bit big for the model in the photo

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Please help me find someone who makes costumes in the SF Bay Area

Asata — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 16:42:22 GMT

We've got a date coming up in March including Rakkasah and the costumes I thought I had for my troupe fell through. There are 4 women in the troupe. Any referrals are welcome. Thanks a million. You or they can reach me at Asata.Divvadance@gmail.com.

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New costumes for sale--professional quality

romdeussen — Mon, 21 Jan 2008 18:42:48 GMT

Four new costumes going up for sale, photos tonight on www.romdeussen.com under "for sale". I'll have all measurements up as well! All costumes are brand new, but have been sitting for 6 months in their boxes so aren't doing me any good like that!

NEW Neckelmann's looped costume, in purple, bought new for $180, never worn, $150.

NEW Black and black/cobalt high quality bra and belt from Egypt, gorgeous, bought new for $350, never worn, selling at $250.

NEW Turkish dress in Liquid Silk Red, never worn, bought for $150, selling for $100

NEW pants and bra top with arm pieces, head piece, HIGH quality. Fushcia with tons of sequin work, nude netting on side of pants, amazing details!!!!! Bought new for $375, selling for $250. Never worn.

And the random stuff.....
NEW DVD's, $5 each, most still shrink wrapped, two sealed but no shrink wrap:
Instant Bellydancer Volume 1
Dance Today! Samba
Bellydancing Fitness with Amira Mor
Bellydancing Cardio with Amira Mor
Bellydance Tribal Fusion NYC with Darshan
World Dance Workout with Elsa Leandros

VINTAGE Kimono from Japan, $25

VHS of Suhaila beginning choreography, bought used but never watched, previous owner watched once, still in great shape, $10.

Brand new Jim Boz CD, still wrapped, $10

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costuming supplies- and other stuff for sale

annwyn — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 02:12:57 GMT

Sparkly Green Necklace and earings $15
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m242/annwyn222/P1000496.jpg
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m242/annwyn222/P1000497.jpg

Brown belt $5
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m242/annwyn222/P1000507.jpg

Green gold and brown bracelet $5
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m242/annwyn222/P1000498.jpg
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m242/annwyn222/P1000499.jpg

Hair sticks $5 EACH
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m242/annwyn222/P1000500.jpg
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m242/annwyn222/P1000501.jpg

Satin burgandy 3 yard square veil $10 good for just the fabric or veil
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m242/annwyn222/P1000502.jpg

Coin Belt $10
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m242/annwyn222/P1000508.jpg

Green and gold fringe 37 inches total, 8 inches in length $20
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m242/annwyn222/P1000490.jpg
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m242/annwyn222/P1000489.jpg

multi shade Green costume I made (with beads and apliques) 34 C cup base, tie back and at neck, 38 iches wide, skirt has purpousful uneven heam so 34-36 in the length, Has no clasps you will need to set those, bra un lined and skirt has privacy pannel $75-
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m242/annwyn222/P1000504.jpg
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m242/annwyn222/P1000506.jpg
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m242/annwyn222/P1000505.jpg

Tassles - purple $5 each, Green, Red, Navy, gold bead, munti flower bead $ 4 each, Silver $2 each

Purple-
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m242/annwyn222/P1000510.jpg
Green-
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m242/annwyn222/P1000511.jpg
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m242/annwyn222/P1000512.jpg
Red-
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m242/annwyn222/P1000516.jpg
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m242/annwyn222/P1000517.jpg
Navy-
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m242/annwyn222/P1000515.jpg
Gold-
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m242/annwyn222/P1000514.jpg
Multi-
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m242/annwyn222/P1000518.jpg
Silver-
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m242/annwyn222/P1000513.jpg
Please add $5 for shipping

Private message me if you want something

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PLEASE help me find: a velvet ruched bra and belt cabaret set with aurora borrealis!!!!!

joyrochelle — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 17:03:04 GMT

Yeh-- Thats my post/topic. I saw these lovely vintage styled costumes at Rakassah EAst like 2 years ago and i am looking furiously for them! Any leads on vendors or designers of said costumes? Thansk-joY

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DanZ PantZ panel skirts, fringe belts, hip drapes & more, oh my!

Akasha — Sun, 09 Dec 2007 21:07:38 GMT

So many new, fabulous things! Please check out the photos section for an example or the photo section of DanZ PantZ tribe for all the wonderful products!

http://tribes.tribe.net/danzpantz

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Macrame fringe & tassel belt, flower yarn falls & headband by Auralynne!

Aurora — Sun, 09 Dec 2007 02:38:30 GMT

Up for sale are three different items made by Auralynne; I commissioned her a while back for quite a few pieces including these ut these three items just never got used! Rather than let them continue to sit in storage and since I need new pieces for troue costumes I'm popping them online!

First; a set of clips; black and red 22 inch yarn falls with red roses and black mini flowers. You can see the frint and back of them in this picture:
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a106/A_Dark_Horse/100_2515.jpg

Next, a headband again in red and black 22 inch yarn falls with red roses and black mini flowers; the photo REALLY washed the color out but its hard to hold it up far enough away with the flash! Its the same materials & colors as the above clips:
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a106/A_Dark_Horse/100_2516.jpg

Last, one of her awesome macrame fringe & tassel belts! Its a size medium; the belt length is 36.5 - 43 inches not counting the ties. The macrame part of it makes it adjustable as the designs expand and contract to fit where you need it to. It's her 'Ozarks' set which is burgundy, black and red.

Here is a link to her page with good pics and more info:
http://www.auralynne.com/beltm.html

Here is a photo I took of my belt this week to show te colros and deisgns; fyi the belt is loosely tied:
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a106/A_Dark_Horse/100_2514.jpg

All of these items are brand new; never even tried on (well, the belt I tried on but didn't dance in) so I'm asking for almost their new prices. everything is open for offers though:

Clips - $20
Headband - $20
Belt - $100

As for things I need that I may be interested in swapping for:
Heavily silver coined bra in 38DD
Tassel belt in reds
Indigo style headband with discs
Any tribal fusion goodies in red/black you think I might like

Thanks for looking!
Traci

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beaded cord?

Lara — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 07:33:31 GMT

I am looking for beaded cord- saw some in the wedding section of FabriCan 7 years ago retailing for around $80 but haven't seen it since- essentially looks like a tube made of beads? I am not describing this well! I would love a recommended source, but I am hoping if I ar least have an accurate name for it, it will be easier to find!

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Sugar & Spice / Fire n' Ice!

Akasha — Fri, 16 Nov 2007 21:11:49 GMT

I've just posted some of my tie fringe belts in the photos section of DanZ PantZ. These are sewn on to stretch bias tape ribbon fabric to accomodate size variance. These retail for $45. tribes.tribe.net/danzpantz

Please check them out!

p.s. I've also posted pictures of a sued-y purple with silver stud panel skirt that has chimes on it. check it out!! :)

Akasha

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Halp! Panicked Fabric Search! (Cross-Posted)

Haamid — Mon, 29 Oct 2007 14:38:25 GMT

I am looking for *just* the right fabric for a commissioned bellydance gown and am not having much luck locally.

I need something with some lycra spandex in it, 2-way (not 4-way) stretch, in black and bronze/copper metallic. I'm open to lots of possibilities within these parameters, but I'm just not finding much here in MI.

I have sent swatch requests to NYC, but haven't received anything yet and time is growing short. I really don't want to order anything sight unseen -- can anyone tell me if there is a little specialty fabric store somewhere here (hopefully Detroit/Ann Arbor/Dearborn, although I will travel a bit) which would have a good selection of bellydance-friendly fabric?

Even Haberman's crapped out on me....I was shocked!

TIA for any advice...

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CHOLI TOP FOR SALE

Sasha — Tue, 09 Oct 2007 15:11:01 GMT

size large, and extra large.
blue, red, and burgundy.
$25 each,
some hip scarves

and dvd's for sale also
email me at:

rosiemcconnon@yahoo.com

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GrimFandango Belly Dance Designs

Farasha: aka Ellen — Mon, 17 Sep 2007 20:18:05 GMT

http://tribes.tribe.net/grimfandango

I got lots of items from my wardrobe! Most of it never used!

CABARET AND TRIBAL!!

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folkloric tunic and scarf

Juniper — Sat, 04 Aug 2007 04:05:26 GMT

cross-posted with DIY/bellydance on a budget

I'm going to be a bellydancing extra in a "market scene." I think I'll be wearing a simple tunic/caftan/galabiyah/whatever-it's-called, along the lines of plate 8 on this page:

http://www.indiana.edu/~librcsd/etext/tilke/p1.html

I'll be making it out of light-weight, non-stretchy cotton with a scarf tied around my hips.

For anyone who's tried the tunic and scarf look before, at what point should I start the flare of the skirt so that it will be most flattering when combined with the scarf:
armpit
under bust
bottom of ribcage/natural waist
top of hips
lower on hips

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Bellydancer-phobia

Mahhhra — Wed, 05 Sep 2007 04:14:33 GMT

The other day my sister told me that I might want to avoid a friend of hers, who she said would have a phobia of me. Not me in particular... but she told me that this guy has a phobia of -- jewelry. The look of it, the sound of it, the feel of it. I guess you'd never want to show him how well the zils sound with the new coin bedleh set.

Seems like a real-life bellydancer-phobia to me. I did a cursory check on Google to confirm that yes, people actually DO have a phobia of jewelry and it's not just this one guy. I've never heard tell of it before. I bet none of this people have been in any audience that dancers here have entertained, I doubt that anyone could drag them to see a coin and Kuchi bedecked dancer, even if the chiffon DID muffle some of the sound. Plus, it would've gotten around that someone once ran screaming from your audience and you'd still be doing damage control.

Anyone ever hear of this before? And who wishes that they had this for just a little while to reduce any more expensive acquisitions?

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Left-over gold beaded fringe?

Stef — Tue, 28 Aug 2007 10:20:37 GMT

Hi everyone, was wondering if some awesome person could help out!

Does anyone have a wee bit of left over gold beaded fringe that they don't need anymore? I'm looking for a piece no more than 6inches long so I can fill a gap on a new belt I have bought which needs lengthening. see this for the approx colour - http://www.auctiva.com/hostedimages/showimage.aspx?gid=69279&ppid=1122&image=52521432&images=52520995,52521137,52521258,52521343,52521957,52521896,52521815,52521733,52521432,52521388,52521480,52520905,52520258,52520596,52519984&formats=0,0,0,0,0,0,0,0,0,0,0,0,0,0,0&format=0

it doesn't matter what length it is.

I would pay you for it, doesn't matter where it's coming from! (im in the UK) Thanks for any help!

x-posted.

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Old Love, New Business

Akasha — Fri, 24 Aug 2007 18:52:35 GMT

Creativity is a terrible thing to waste, and since I have a modest talent of sewing, I’ve decided to pursue that love. I am in the process of starting up my business, DanZ PantZ, a line of bellydance clothing. It will be limited run bellydance workout/performance pants (similar to yoga or jazz pants, but with flair!) and hip drapes, one of a kind fringe hip belts, and bellydance tops (including cholis, halters and more).

I hope to make a successful enough business of this to support my dance habit (classes, workshops, jewelry, costume stuff, etc!), so I’m starting it out in a safe place, in my dance community. The support among us dancers is very strong, so I feel very confident in pursuing this endeavor. Thank you to everyone who’s supported my business so far with your need for all that is bellydance costumes! :D

While I am working on my business proposal for start up money and getting a website set up, I will be selling my wares on several Tribe sites (check my profile for the sites). I will have pictures in my profile too. I may possibly sell some on ebay under the user name myworld.ebay.com/akashaafsana in the near future. Depends on how they sell.

Once I get my website up and running, I will let everyone know. In addition to checking out my wares, I would appreciate any feedback you have, being a new entrepreneur and all. ☺ I’ll only know what makes me successful if I know what makes you happy.

Thanks for your attention, everyone!
Akasha Afsana

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Indian salwars and cholis, new and used bellydance costumes, etc!

romdeussen — Mon, 13 Aug 2007 01:56:00 GMT

New Salwar Kameez, new embroidered cholis, new skirt/choli set.

New Red Turkish dress, new purple Neckelmann's, preloved black and silver bra/belt!

Corsets from 20" to 27"

Everything priced to sell, photos in my tribe album. Please feel free to ask any questions!

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Costumes for Sale

bellydancecostumesbytc — Sun, 05 Aug 2007 16:23:17 GMT

Get ready for Fall classes, parties, shows photos, SCA events, War raves burining man!!!!!
I have some costumes for sale well made and very affordable
if you don't see your size I can make to order
check out the pics in my profile
and on my web site
www.bellydancecostumesbytc.com
I have a special on the web site buy a costume and get one of the hip sash for 10.00 I have 3 left
hurry!!!!!
TC

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MECDA Dance Party Sept. 30th - perform, shop, eat, have fun!

sabrina-belly-dancer — Sun, 05 Aug 2007 00:37:00 GMT

THE INVITATION:
SEPT. 30th, MECDA DANCE PARTY - La Jolla, CA. Hosted by Sabrina.
The event will be held at The Firehouse La Jolla YMCA, 7877 Herschel
Ave. La Jolla, CA 92037. 12-5

Everyone is invited!

DANCE: Bring a costume and dance to your own 5-10 minute performance CD, or
musicians if minimal set up.
Sign-ups at the door to schedule your own show. Soloist or groups. A great place to perform
in a fun, supportive environment.

POT LUCK: Bring your favorite dish to share.
VENDORS: All kinds of goodies

For more info contact Sabrina info@sabrinabellydancer.com;
Admission: MECDA member $4 (Or $2 WITH pot luck);
NON-MECDA $5 (Or $3 WITH
pot luck)
All funds collected help MECDA pay for the room.

No unauthorized video cameras. Please ask before recording or taking photos of a
dancer. This helps everyone feel comfortable during their performance. Thank you for understanding.

Vendor space still available. Please contact Sabrina.

We will be accepting clothing donations to take to the local womens' shelter.

Hope to see you there!

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Dancing for Darfur-x posted

Aine — Mon, 30 Jul 2007 03:26:53 GMT

Some of you may have seen the posts regarding this upcoming charity show. If not you can go to my blog. The reason I am posting here is to ask all of you lovely costume and goody makers for donations of items that you may want to get rid of or show off or just do for charity. We are going to be raffling off prizes at the show, and will be giving 100% of the proceeds to Women of Darfur, to help get them out. It takes roughly $3000 to get each woman and child out, so we can use all the help we can get. We already have some donations from local businesses, like an All day beauty package from a salon, and certificates from a travel agency, a 3 hour tattoo session, etc...But being that this is a Bellydance Show, I think it would be great to have some bellydance items, costume pieces, head dresses, falls, Dvd's, coins, cowries, you know all the goodies....so if anyone can help I would so appreciate it. We will give full credit to the person that donated, so it could even help in your business. Please contact me if you would like to help in any way.
Thank you,
Aine

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Wholesale accounts...

Chandra — Tue, 01 May 2007 16:34:10 GMT

Anyone out there know where I can get shawls/scarves/other supplies from wholesale or bulk pricing? I've been having problems finding...

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Cabaret costumes need a new home

Farasha: aka Ellen — Fri, 20 Jul 2007 10:51:39 GMT

Check me out on http://tribes.tribe.net/grimfandango

I have several cabaret costumes that are in need of a home. I simply do not do cabaret and I have lost quite a bit of weight so they do not fit.

All of them will fit up to a size 12 with a C-D cup.

red flare pant set
leopard set
green Egyptian cabaret set

Please PM me if you are interested, they are on the photo pages of Grim Fandango.

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Fabric question... Figuring ease? x-post

Witchy — Sun, 15 Jul 2007 02:04:44 GMT

Hey, I know the standard wearing ease for most garments is 2 - 4 inches. In other words, your measurement + 2 inches means that the clothes will be comfortable for street wear. And that when dealing with things like Swimwear the ease is - 2-4 inches.

I'm drafting my own patterns again, and I've only been guessing up to this point when making clothes out of stretchy fabric. Anyone have anyt ideas on how to figure out what the negative ease should be when dealing with various stretch fbrics? RTW patterns have that line on the back that you hold your fabric up to to check if the amount of stretch in the fabric matches the amount of stretch required for the garment.

Any ideas would be greatly appriciated. I'm tired of having pants turn out either too big or too small because the fabric has a diferent amount of stretch.

Hugs and shimmies!

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chainmail

kawakib — Tue, 05 Jun 2007 14:44:46 GMT

I exchanged links with this lady, her work is stunning, wanted to share the link - http://www.sblades.com/chainmaille.php#belly

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Invitation to Vend: 3rd Coast Tribal 2008 - Fort Worth, Texas

Sahira — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 22:13:34 GMT

Hello Belly Dance Costuming Enthusiasts! I would like to personally invite you to check out 3rd Coast Tribal, one of the Gulf Coasts largest belly dance festivals, to take place January 3-6, 2008 in friendly Fort Worth, Texas. Now in its 4th year, 3rd Coast Tribal has seduced tribal dancers from all over the planet to Texas for four days of belly dance mayhem.

This year’s instructor lineup includes Kassar, Poi with Lorelei, Mychele, Reetu Jain, Sashi, Sharon Kihara, Unmata, and Urban Gypsy. It’s a big, crazy family reunion… you don’t want to miss it! Vendors walk away from this event VERY happy… one vendor’s experience last year gave her enough money to revive and reprint the Tribal Bible!

Come join us! Forms are online at www.UrbanGypsy.cc/3rdCoast.html

Sahira

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Red Eman Zaki For Sale

Sabriye — Tue, 10 Jul 2007 23:04:04 GMT

Beautiful Red Eman in one of her latest designs. Must sell it because it's just too small (as you will see in the photos....posted in my profile)
The skirt features two slits on the left side of the skirt and a cut out on each hip filled in with red mesh making it opaque not really transparent.
Also included are long cuffs and a matching veil.

The bra will fit up to a D cup
It is set at about 33 inches around the bust but can be expanded a few inches and taken in of course

Skirt can go up to 39 inches at top of hip (but tight)
max booty 42 inches

For reference I'm 5'9" and just under 140 pounds and it's just a little too tight and a little too short.

Asking 450 plus 20 dollars shipping from Europe/Middle East

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Costumes for sale

Tahiyya — Sat, 30 Jun 2007 02:49:36 GMT

I have quite a few costumes for sale. The ones that I have already taken pictures of are in my tribe photos. I have more to list, so bear with me. If you want more information, please email me, I haven't had a chance to post everything yet.

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Eman Zaki Costumes for Sale

Sabriye — Mon, 28 May 2007 19:49:37 GMT

I have some Eman Zaki Costumes for sale and have posted pictures of them on my profile

There is:
A Yellow sexy two piece with cut outs, a sort of latin inspired design (worn 2x) $600
A Blue and Black Tiger design with a Tarzan like skirt (for lack of a better description) NEW! $600

Also 3 Saidi dresses, similar design but in different colors ideal for a small troupe! $600 each

Also, a dark blue Lebanese costume, very old school and cute (it's very simple but there is just something about it that I love). Used. $250

I'm more than happy to answer questions about sizes, price, etc.

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power mesh/power net

Lara — Sat, 23 Jun 2007 03:17:41 GMT

anyone have a good source for this type of fabric?

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belly dance costume web site

bellydancecostumesbytc — Sat, 16 Jun 2007 13:01:35 GMT

My costume website is up and running
check it out
www.bellydancecostumesbytc.com
peace
TC

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X-post: Big Beautiful Belly Dancer 2008 Calendar call for photos

Valeskah — Wed, 06 Jun 2007 11:47:41 GMT

Greetings all belly dancing beauties!

Last winter, an idea was brought up to create a calendar featuring our big, beautiful, belly-dancer (BBBD) sisters and there was such a huge, positive response that this idea has become a reality!

The creative mindset behind this idea, BBBD Meghan, asked BBBD Kamala Devi to chair this project, and with the help of some very motivated BBBD sisters, we are pleased to announce that we are now accepting applications from other BBBD sisters for the BBBD 2008 Calendar!

Click on the following link for additional information:

http://totallynortherntribal.com/BBBD.Calendar.htm

Please read all the information carefully and follow the instructions. If you have any questions, please send a Tribe PM to Calendar chairperson Kamala Devi.

The deadline for your application is July 31, 2007.

We are all looking forward to this project and are eager to see how the calendar turns out. We hope that this is successful enough to become an annual calendar.

Thanks everyone!

Kamala Devi and the BBBD 2008 Calendar Committee

DISCLAIMER: there is no connection between Totally Northern Tribal (TNT) and the BBBD 2008 Calendar. Calendar chairperson Kamala Devi, a member of TNT, linked off her TNT Member’s Page.

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Need a STUNNING Costume ASAP!!

jla — Mon, 04 Jun 2007 01:27:38 GMT

Hi everyone, so I'm off to Egypt in 10 days to film a movie and the director has left me in charge of creating my own incredible costume. I have a closet full of standard cabaret costumes from egypt that bore me... I want something that oozes GODDESS, and blows in the summer wind at the pyramids. we have a budget if u have a goregous costume for sale or want to create one. here's a link to my website so u can see my size:

www.danceofthedivine.org

I can visualize what I want to be wearing, but have no sewing abilities whatsoever. Can anyone help??
thanks sisters!!

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Books on Bedlah

Lisha_aka_Nasreen — Tue, 29 May 2007 00:44:56 GMT

I'm running this question on a couple tribes to get a wider range of ideas. I just ordered a couple of Dawn Divine Browns books, as well as Belly Dance Costume Making by Vicki Corona, so that I could start making my own bras and belts. I was hoping there might be some other resources out there that I missed. Thanks Everybody!

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X-post - Modesty Cuff for Bras

Gailene (Zamira) — Wed, 30 May 2007 04:51:12 GMT

I've given this out to anyone asking but thought everyone should be made aware. As many of you know, when you buy, or sometimes when you make, a bra it can be a little short in the cleavage coverage area. There you go, you spent $100 or 50 hours on a gorgeous new bra and the girls are showing off a bit more than you planned. What to do???

http://people.tribe.net/4a8321e6-e4c9-4c0d-a9f9-e6dfce3c5adf/photos/65d7ebaa-7f23-435f-99a0-e97917965c6d

Go to my profile, view page 4 (as of 30 May 2007) of my photo gallery and there it is, the solution to your problem. Free of charge. OK, I do ask one thing... give me credit. It was my idea, did not take it from anyone. Although, it is such a great idea I'd bet several other people thought of it too. But if you saw it here first, let people know where you saw it first.

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KUCHI!

Farasha: aka Ellen — Mon, 23 Apr 2007 23:56:47 GMT

http://tribes.tribe.net/grimfandango

I have too much!! :)

PLUS cabaret costumes!

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Cleaning out the closet! Help me out!

kaveri — Sun, 15 Apr 2007 20:05:54 GMT

Got some tribal jewelry for sale as well as some other nice things. Please take a look in my profile album.

Thank you!

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Body tights

Sue — Mon, 09 Apr 2007 14:52:35 GMT

I am looking for sheer body tights to wear with my costume. I can only find fish net or opaque. Any ideas?

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fishnets and earrings

sh_with_an_oshi — Fri, 26 Jan 2007 00:46:29 GMT

hey!!
just wondering if anyone knows where to get some great tribal silver hoop earrings and also if anyone knows where i could pick up a pair of wide fishnets but the kind that have many threads in each hole, not just 1 or 2. any help is greatly appreciated!
love n light

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searching for a pattern x-posted

Aine — Wed, 21 Mar 2007 03:34:53 GMT

Ok I belong to so many costuming tribes, that I cant think of which one I saw this on. Somebody posted a link to a pattern to buy that had everything you would need for an ATS costume, it had skirt, choli, and bloomers for sure, and may have had other stuff. I know it wasnt Simplicity, McCall or any of those mainstream patterns, and Im pretty sure it wasnt BD patterns either...does anyone know what Im talking about? If so could you post the link again please?

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Bella's are a comin!

zaheea — Thu, 10 Nov 2005 20:00:03 GMT

I put in an order for 2 custom Bella's awhile back.
If any of you have odered directly from Bella, it is an adventure.

First, you send off an email saying what color, basic design and size you'd like. Then, often times months later, you get an email back saying your costume is ready and to wire the money.

The cool part is that you have NO idea what the costume will look like, only that it will fit like a dream and be fabulous. And they ALWAYS are.

I ordered a bright red and gold costume and a teal, purple and copper costume in the $500 range. I usuallly do $700 to $800 range because they are so much nicer but I'm on a budget right now.

I can't wait to get them (which can take up to a month too). I will post picts when they arrive. I have 3 Bella's already so these will make 5. Yeah!!!

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Top

adry — Fri, 16 Feb 2007 01:17:04 GMT

Hello Everybody,

Few months ago I started to prepare my own costume, but I have a little problem, I cannot find a padded bra of my size due they are reaching only certain sizes.
I tried to by a normal bra and then buy the pad to sew inside but when I started to sew the coins the fabric of the bra does not support the weight of the coins.
In the end it was a mess.

Do you have any suggestion for me?

Thank you.
Interstella :-D

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Assyut/ Tulle-bi-Telli

aliciadenison — Tue, 27 Feb 2007 21:14:04 GMT

I'm trying to write a paper on Assyut for my 3rd year Islamic Art class. I was hoping someone might know of some books or reliable sources I could use for my research. I can't find anything but I know there has to be something out there somewhere.
Thanks,
Alicia

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New Cabaret Costume - Skirt and Bra for sale

Stef — Tue, 20 Feb 2007 09:36:47 GMT

Brand new and all hand beaded in golden and pearl colours - check it out!

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=007&sspagename=STRK%3AMESE%3AIT&viewitem=&item=170083315366&rd=1&rd=1

also have a clip on ponyfall for sale

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=007&sspagename=STRK%3AMESE%3AIT&viewitem=&item=170083459512&rd=1&rd=1

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Has anyone purchased a skirt from here?

SashaD — Fri, 22 Dec 2006 06:39:47 GMT

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=003&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWA%3AIT&viewitem=&item=130060252675&rd=1&rd=1

I'm interested in knowing what you think, if you've purchased from this e-bayer. What was your experience? Quality of the skirt? Did the skirt arrive sized correctly? I'm wondering if this might be a case of "too good to be true."

Thanks!

~S~

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Crazed: The Belly Dance Is Making Waves Online at Current TV. See It.

Cielito — Tue, 28 Nov 2006 11:04:27 GMT

View & Vote For Crazed: The Belly Dance
http://www.current.tv/watch/17137320

Crazed: The Belly Dance, the new video from Elle Empire Entertainment is now online at Current TV and on sale at Customflix.com. We invite you to see this powerful, short documentary about some of those indulging in this art. Featured dancers include, the legendary Morocco with male belly dancer Tariq Sultan, Goth dancers Kendra Schmidt and Hands of Kali, Arianna Al Tiye of Nubian Moon Daughters, and Kaeshi Chai and Bellyqueen.

After viewing, please give this project a greenlight so that Crazed: The Belly Dance can reach a wider audience on television. Just click on the greenlight button under the video screen, create a user name and password, then submit. After submitting your information, return to the video and click the greenlight button. That’s it.

Thank you for participating, and please feel free to pass these links on to your colleagues, family members and friends, and consider Crazed while making your holiday gift list.

View & Vote For Crazed: The Belly Dance
http://www.current.tv/watch/17137320

Purchase Crazed: The Belly Dance
http://www.customflix.com/Store/ShowEStore.jsp\?id=219250

Sincerely,

Elle Empire Entertainment
Jordan, Jelani and Cielito

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Totally Obsessed with Vintagish Belly Dance Costuming!

Gigi — Sun, 13 Aug 2006 21:48:30 GMT

Those women knew how to dress! I ran across some older BD magazines with some older (70's ) costumes...How beautiful! I am in the process of making a new design, but with the old style flair...If anyone has any good pictures of older style costuming, or good links, I would be thrilled! I love the Glam of it all!
Thanks, Gigi

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Belly Dance Costumes and items from Egypt for great prices BIG SIZES

Misteka — Mon, 30 Oct 2006 19:47:27 GMT

Hi,
Please take a look at my store I bring items direclty from Egypt and India very affordable prices, it would accomodate anybody's budge.
Browse is free.
Thanks
http://stores.ebay.com/EGYPT-LATIN-BAZAAR_BELLY-TRIBAL-DANCE_W0QQcolZ4QQdirZQ2d1QQfsubZ6355799QQftidZ2QQtZkm

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Hiding the "pouch" --and other things

Zehara — Thu, 01 Jun 2006 20:19:37 GMT

Hi all,
So i have an off the beat question. I am thin, but I still have a little "kangaroo" pouch --as I like the call it..under my navel..and wearing hip scarves only makes it look bigger---I really like hip scarves though--is there a way to hide this?? I like belts, but I only have 2 since they are expensive and I am a dancer on a budget.

Also, what about stretch marks. I have stretch marks on my hips and I cant cover them with hip scarves or belts..is there anyway of covering them up with make up?

Shimmies,
Zehara

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those stirrup/garter pants that rachel wears

sacredgoddess — Sun, 07 May 2006 03:18:42 GMT

I have never got a good look at them...but how are those stirrup/garter pants designed that rachel wears under the string belt? Anyone have pics or links or access to where there are located?

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Hair Falls-tribal style!

Farasha: aka Ellen — Fri, 06 Oct 2006 10:55:12 GMT

http://www.freewebs.com/amcgltdchix/

Hi ladies! My personal website is up and running:) Please check me and my Fandango Designs out.

Thank you.

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Help finding a site?

Susan — Wed, 20 Sep 2006 21:39:38 GMT

OK, I know this has been posted on one of the costuming tribes before but I simply cannot find the link anywhere -- and since my computer and my husband's both have had to be reformatted, I have lost the bookmark...I am looking for a site by an Austrian or German bellydancer who has photo step by step directions for making a cabaret bra, belt, and crocheted gauntlets. The crocheted gauntlets have photos with them on a shipping tube, with her placing sequins on the gauntlets with a toothpick and glue.

Can anyone PLEASE PLEASE help me? I've tried searching under just about every designator I can think of and have not been able to find her site again!

Thank you in advance!

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Banjara Mirror Tribal Fringe Belt For Sale

tribalfusionbellydancer — Sat, 01 Jul 2006 02:46:53 GMT

Up for sale is a beautiful two panel Banjara fringe belt that was made by the lovely Sameera of Wicked Harem. Photos can be seen in my profile. This is a brand new belt that I bought but never wore because unfortunately the size was a tad too large for my hips so I’d rather sell it and let someone else enjoy it.

It will fit a hip measurement of 36” or larger. It’s made of a beautiful brightly colored Banjara belt with thick green dreaded fringe. There are no broken or missing mirrors (however, a few mirrors have very light lettering on them though you don’t really notice it unless it’s right in front of your face)

I’m asking $50.00 for it plus $5.00 shipping. Payment by Paypal is preferred (confirmed address only) but I will accept a money order or personal check (please allow 7 business days for check to clear bank).

Please see the photos for this belt in my profile photo album.

For more gorgeous belts by Wicked Harem, visit www.wickedharembellydance.com

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tribal bellydance in germany

Mon, 03 Jul 2006 12:50:15 GMT

hi, all... does anyone know of a good outlet for tribal costuming (etc) in germany or europe? i could purchase from FCBD, but i have a feeling that the airmail would be alarmingly high... vielen dank ;) laura

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Has anyone made a feather tribal bra? Tips?

Jillian — Mon, 22 May 2006 21:00:12 GMT

I've just started to construct some bras and was hoping for some feedback on the best way to attach feathers. Sewing? Hot Glue? Jewelry wires? Help!

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Tribal bra for sale 34C purple

bellydancecostumesbytc — Sun, 30 Apr 2006 00:51:14 GMT

The is a homemade bra. The bra will fit a 34 C. The bra is lined and very sturdy.
The bra is a great starter piece for a new student or hobbyist. Will work well for class recital parties or SCA events. The bra is covered in a purple velvet fabric. Along the top is a multi-colored trim that is about an inch wide. Below the trim is a metal fringe. This is the 1st time I have work with this and I love it! Make a good jingle noise when you do shimmies. It is a very old and rustic looking silver colored. The side panel that are attach to the bra cups are about 6 1/2 inches long. Black elastic is attach to the end on the side panel with a gold heart shaped clasp at the end (will form the shape of a heart when fasten) The clasp is pinned not sewn so you can adjust to your size. The neck straps are 28 inches long and can be cut and tied around your neck or for better support you can criss cross and sew to the end of the side panel or just sew to where the heart shape clasp is sewn for a straight over the should look. This is my 1st purple bra and I love the color. This is a one of a kind piece also. Thanks for looking email for more photos or question tcsdance@aol.com 38.00 plus shipping

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Hagallah Dress for Sale

Beverly — Sat, 29 Apr 2006 21:05:48 GMT

I have an Egyptian Hagallah dress I'd like to sell.. it's a beautiful Blue and is now listed on E-Bay for $295.00.
I need a longer one (this one is meant for someone under 5 ' 5" and would prefer one that is green (best for my skin tone). It doesn't have to be as fancy as the one I have for sale.

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musicians performing for dancers

vernon — Sat, 11 Feb 2006 09:38:24 GMT

Just wondering, what are your preferences as far as the musicians who perform with you?
What works well, and what do you like least? There seems to be quite a range available.
I'd like to share costuming ideas with the musical support side of the performing equation.
Thanks! -V

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Tribaret costume for sale 36C

bellydancecostumesbytc — Sat, 22 Apr 2006 04:18:59 GMT

Description

This is a hand made costume. Good for new student or hobbyist. This is a tribaret style costume (mixture of tribal and cabaret). The bra will fit a 36 C. The belt and bra are both lined. This will work well for student nights, parties, and SCA events. This is a one of a kind of custom piece. This is a good starter costume for new students or hobbyist or the dancers who wants to be notice!!!! The bra will fit a 36 C. The bra is covered in a dark blue satin fabric. The top part of the bra cup has a fabric that is beaded in glass blue bugle bead and some plastic blue beads in a decorative pattern. Below that trim is a row of tassel trim with blue and black threads. In the center of the bra is a kuchi dangle piece and a silver side bead with a blue swarovski crystal. The side panels are about 7 1/2 inches long. Black elastic is at the end of the side panels with a gold buckle that is pinned not sewn so you can adjust to your size. The neck straps are about 20 inches long. The neck straps comes with no hooks or clasp. You can cut and tie or add Velcro or criss cross for more support. The belt is 33 inches long.(not including the tie straps) The belt is covered in a blue satin fabric. At the top of the belt is a black gimp cord, a row on the silver slide bead with the blue swarovski crystal and then another row of the black gimp cord. The belt is adorn with tassel fringe along the side the same color as on the bra to match. along the back of the belt is the same fabric that is beaded in glass bugle beads and some plastic blue beads in a decorative pattern. The fringe part of the belt is made that same decorative fabric that is on the bra and the belt base. they measure about 6 7/8 inches long. The tie straps are about 20 inches long . This belt is worn like it is a hip sash . It just ties around the waist. The belt can be altered if it needs to be shorten. I have had this fabric lying around for year and finally was able to put it to use. This is a one of a kind piece and may be for a long time. Have not seen this fabric any where. Thanks for looking email with any question or more photos. tcsdance@aol.com 70.00

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Must Have Costuming

Batya — Mon, 30 Jan 2006 17:55:22 GMT

I recently had open heart surgery and have lots of time on my hands to sew. Getting the energy is another matter. Since I have not been a student of bellydance very long...two years in April...I am still learning about costuming. I would like to know what "all y'all" think are your most important costume pieces. What could you NOT dance without? What pieces should I invest in for the long term? From whom should I purchase them? I look forward to learning!

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Rakkasah questions re: costuming?...

romdeussen — Sun, 05 Mar 2006 00:39:19 GMT

Does anyone know about stage lighting at Rakkasah West both at the show and dinner show? I made myself a new ATS style in greys, blues, and pinks (I know, I know, but I'm Rom born so we try to steer away from black/red, although it's inevitable), and I have a bedla in iridescent purple picked out, but any suggestions for color there would be aptly appreciated.

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costume color in dim lighting

zaheea — Mon, 28 Nov 2005 04:31:05 GMT

Looking to get feedback from other dancers.

I look horrible in light colors so I always have jewel tone costumes in dark tones. But what I've observed while watching other dancers performing in dim lighting, is that dark colors tend to make the dancer disappear.
Light colors tend to make a dancer stand out (not rocket surgery).

My dilema is when choosing costume colors. I really like dark colors but light ones are better for dim restaurants.

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