The Everyday Bellydancer's topics - tribe.net

Where to shop for professional costumes

2009-11-03T20:33:27Z

Hello! My mom recently offered to look into getting me a custom made costume for Christmas, and needless to say, I'm VERY excited. Her big thing is that it's got to fit perfectly, so it needs to be custom made. I've found places that do custom work, like Lrose designs, which makes beautiful stuff, but I'm looking for the beaded bra and skirt or beaded dress type outfit. (example: http://www.polyvore.com/turquoise_with_silver_gold_bra/thing?id=2983497)

Does anyone have a favorite place to go for this? I can't seem to find anyone who does custom work. Thank you very much!!!

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Finally

2009-10-28T02:44:31Z

I finally found a way to really use my DVD's to the fullest. I've been just putting one on and going through it without really learning the material. Someone made a comment that lead me to start doing only a part from this DVD or that and just repeating it during my practice time. In general, I find I do more and am learning more. I wish it hadn't taken so long to learn this or maybe I've evolved as a dancer to this point.

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EDBD!

2009-10-01T04:12:43Z

Hi everyone! You may have noticed that Des has moved on to a new adventure and left me at the helm of EDBD! Things are alright with her, just onto a new chapter.

This, unfortunately, is the first time that Tribe has let me on in the last 2 weeks--"server at capacity" it said! But you all know what this tribe is about--carry on!

Remember Des's rules--they're at the heart of this tribe! It's a place for gathering and fun and belly dance pool parties. Please be sure to post your events as events (not as topics) and no political sorta discussions... there are other tribes more suited for that kind of thing! :)

Cheerio!

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suggestions for a cane routine (music inspiration!)

2009-09-25T19:22:06Z

hi, i am about to begin a new choreography for a cane dance. i like it to be lively and upbeat and not too long, (although i can cut the track if needed!) i need some inspiration for some music please! to give you an idea, i did a great choreo to Bel Arabi by Saad on BDSS vol IV, and i need to find something which makes me want to bounce and shimmy! any ideas??

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Pixie Vision Photo Shoots

2009-09-23T01:31:19Z

The traveling photo studio of Pixie Vision Productions is coming to a town near you!

I am based in Los Angeles but will be setting up in cities below. I shoot families, pets, musicians, hoopers, fire and events at $300 per hour. My most recent portfolio can be found at http://www.pixievisionproductions.com/gallery/portfolio

Please see below for my schedule and let me know if you'd like to book a shoot! Payment plans are available where you can pay $100 now to reserve the time and the balance up to two months after the shoot :)

All the best,
Pixie
www.PixieVisionProductions.com

SCHEDULE
11/4, 11/5, 11/6, 11/7 – Baltimore, Maryland

11/9, 11/10, 11/11 – Shrewsbury, Pennsylvania

1/21, 1/22, 1/23, 1/24 - Portland, Oregon

1/26, 1/27, 1/28 – Seattle, Washington

5/3, 5/4, 5/5 – San Francisco, California

5/7, 5/8, 5/9, 5/10, 5/11 – Sebastopol, California - a few days before Tribal Fest - $250/hr rate for registrants www.BlackSheepBellyDance.com

6/7, 6/8, 6/9, 6/10 – Chicago, Illinois

9/6, 9/7, 9/8, 9/9 – Las Vegas - a few days before LV Intensive - $250/hr rate for registrants www.bellydanceintensive.com

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Trials and Tribulations with henna

2009-09-22T23:30:34Z

Hello, all! I positively LOVE the look of henna-ed hands and feet for performances, but I suck and henna-ing myself. Pros are expensive, and my job doesn't particularly appreciate the henna look. Sooooo, I've been looking on eBay, and recently discovered the temporary tattoos (the kind you put on with water, like little kids have) that look like henna. I'm sure it's not a perfect match, but I think that from the audience of a stage, it would be good enough. Also, I could get rid of the henna before work.

So my question to all of you smarties: Is it worth it? Do the temp. tattoos look good enough to pass from performing distance? Are they durable enough to last throughout one performance?

Thank you all so very very much!!

Mahlika

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Tribal dressing at work?

2009-09-21T05:11:51Z

Does any of you gals ever wear any (part) of your tribal outfits on a daily basis?

I have found myself wearing long flowing skirts (type broomstick or tiered) and some of the jewellery to work. And harem pants are fashionable here now, so whenever it actually gets warm I will give that a go as well.

So, what about you?

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"Dancer's name"

2009-09-16T02:50:07Z

Do you use an assumed name as a dancer? I have recently been encouraged to do that by a few people because my name is associated with what I do for a living as a voice actor. I can understand the reasoning behind wanting to use another name as a dancer, I can also understand it because it keeps someone a little more anonymous. I'm just curious which of you do this, and if you do it...what have you chosen? I couldn't think of a name for myself...I tried too, but they all sounded so darn cheesy in my head.

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hey hey hey

2009-09-04T20:48:20Z

I love youse guys. heeee!

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Help me with how I conceal my props but still have easy access

2009-08-31T17:46:16Z

So I am wearing a form fitting costume for my next solo, see pic on my profie. Thing is I need to conceal, and have easy access to two props during the number without them falling to the floor lol

One is a knife/dagger (fake of course) the other is a red scarf (square doo rag stylie0

Any ideas how to conceal but have easy access without them dropping on floor while I dance?

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what not to wear

2009-08-26T03:05:34Z

anyone else watch that show? I always end up cringing cause my street clothes are always on the don't list, but I will never give my bell bottoms, & hippie skirts!

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Staying motivated when sick?

2009-08-23T03:08:18Z

... and I am always sick. I have had a severe case of IBS for over 15 years now. The slightest bit of stress makes me physically ill. It has improved a lot since starting to dance but I still have to accept that I will be sick in the days leading up to a performance and for a good 1-2 weeks afterward. It is worth it of course but in between performances I am having a hard time staying motivated when I feel horrible, have no energy at best, trouble getting out of bed at worst, and my mind feels like mush.

How do you guys stay motivated? How do you care when it's hard to care enough to even eat?

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ok. help me here, ladies....

2009-08-19T04:03:57Z

I need to order a coin bra or coin bra cover....in a goddess size. Which, to some vendors seems to mean up to 50 D. I have the opposite prob. I have 38 DDD/F.
I tried moondance...they have pics, but no info (the ones listed fit an "average D")
tried ebay, but I'm so scared to order from there.....
I would rather not pay over $60 (US) but I'm flexible, and if it's quality, I'll consider higher.
Any suggestions??
Thanks!!

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Can you Name That Tune?

2009-08-19T02:25:10Z

Hi,
I know I have heard this song before but it just won't come to me. Can any one name it?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PxMIYs96EXU

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cook book

2009-07-28T12:15:04Z

so, i hope this is on topic enough, im looking for a recommendation for a good middleastern cook book. im alergic to nuts so something at makes it easy to do subsitutions would be nice. if this is too far off topic u can delete, but it's the best place i know to look.
maybe the cabanna boys have a fav go-to book? ^_~

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Maha Dansari

2009-07-23T23:17:20Z

yay!!! we made the cover picture!!

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Ode to EDBD

2009-07-13T16:01:12Z

I would just like to say... I'm so grateful for EDBD! Even if I'm not here all the time, and even when it's quiet, knowing this place exists makes me happy. We all come together and leave the other stuff at the door. Business, politics, whatever, it's not here. Here we talk about things like wearing bellydancerly clothes at work and stuff. And about cabana boys. :)

That's all. Thanks, Des, for everything.

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Some Steampunk Inspiration

2009-07-12T15:57:04Z

Aepril Schaile -Steampunk with cane
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yHzf1M8eca0

Pavlov's Hips Steampunk
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OySNX0J3ckg&feature=channel_page

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Do you have to wear black?

2009-07-06T04:28:59Z

I've been getting more and more interested in Tribal style dance.....But I don't like the idea of being in black so much of the time....Is it because the music seems "darker" that so many people choose that color? Can it be done in bright colors? Would that "throw off" the dance?

I really like bright colors, which is one of the reasons I originally gravitated toward Cabaret and Fusion .... But I would like to branch out a little and don't want to look like a fool doing Tribal moves in rosy pink,lol........

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Awww!

2009-07-01T04:00:12Z

Thanks Desari for making me and my babies main pic!

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Today is my birthday!!!

2009-07-01T00:04:28Z

And I am off work! Woohoo!

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Hey all you groovy and organic women

2009-06-29T23:07:07Z

Anyone here ever use Baking Soda for deod? I seem to be getting sensitive to my Secret after years of using it.. Itchey rash.. ick.. So i've been reading about using Backing Soda... Any body try that?

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??Etana is a pirate??

2009-06-22T12:50:11Z

http://tribes.tribe.net/diycostumes/photos/6f64569c-bd80-4de2-b453-fcf3f4ff7f9f

Ok, so maybe I wouldn't scare folks, but this was fun!!!

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Psst, Erika... (and other fans of youknowwho) ;)

2009-06-16T11:48:07Z

Have you seen Wolverine yet?? BF and I went last night... it was a lotta fun! There were only like 5 of us in the theater... weird... but zoom zoom zoom fancy action movie!!

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Second Life

2009-06-11T15:06:47Z

I vaguely recall a long while back someone posting about being on SL. I had no idea what it was and still didn't until this past weekend. A friend got me to join and I like it. Does anyone else hang out there?

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Drastic weight loss, anyone??

2009-06-10T20:57:26Z

I lost over 150 lbs in 2003. I weighed 315 at my heaviest. Now, my insecurities have switched from....I'm so fat I can't even tie my shoes without holding my breath, to my faster shimmies, gawahzees, reverberate waaaaay past acceptable time limits. I also have about 2 inches of skin hanging from my upper arms. I'm not at the point in my journey (going on 1 year this Spring American Tribal) to where I can embrace the Goddess within me.
I know it's my issue, I've seen all sorts of Dancers, shapes, sizes, stretch marks...etc. I've never been grossed out or even noticed anything other than...Wow...she really OWNS herself.
To this point, I've been...let's say..."pretty creative" with my costuming, gauntlets, longer sleeve cholis, I've been to the thrift store and bought something in a pretty fabric and made belly covers...you name it, I've done it. I'm absolutely FINE with showing my obliques and my back, and my arms starting about an inch above my elbow...lol...but, since I'm in Tribal Arm Pose, even though I have excellent muscle tone, the skin just....hangs.
I'm open to any suggestions, whether they're other creative costuming tricks, or learning to own my body, and just let the jiggling belly happen for about 5 minutes (hard to pull off when you've gone from gawazee to arabic...there should be no side to side jiggling!) I've come a long way down my weight loss journey. But, I want to be FREE to really enjoy the belly dance journey, and I'm constantly preoccupied with "how do I drape?" "are my classmates trying not to hurl?" BTW, belly drapes that are attached to the bra covers actually cover the part of my belly that I like. I have a nice strong ribcage, and the skin issue starts right around the belly button area and goes down to my pelvic cage. And...it's BELLY dancing....that's the whole point. Also, I have an issue with skirts and pantaloons that fit me just fine, but squish up the extra skin....GAH!!! I have ISSUES!!
Sisters???
Give it to me.

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Cleaning out

2009-06-10T20:40:56Z

I just left 7 tribes that were dead, no longer interested me , etc.
I also declined over 35 tribe invitations. I had so many and sometimes I feel bad saying no
but I had too.
I'm down to 25 and I'm giving a handful a chance to wake up and if I feel like
I'm talking to myself, or no one else posts-I'm will leave them too.

Hey , spring cleaning

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Please post your photos

2009-06-10T00:14:28Z

Anyone got some pics of themselves in costume to share? How about something main pic worthy?

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When Dancing -

2009-06-09T21:24:44Z

for like two hrs or so , especially in the evening,
do you get the creepy crawly's in your legs?

I had a dress rehearsal yesterday for a couple of hours
and I can't sleep because my legs and hips keep twitching on me.
It wakes me up constantly.

any good ways to make it stop?

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The bus!

2009-06-09T14:18:20Z

I'm taking the bus from Maine to NYC for a weekend of workshops in early June--so excited! There are two cheap options from Boston to NYC and I'm wondering whether any of you have had experience on either...

Fung Wah has been around for ages, and has rather a spotty past but I've been told that it's improved drastically in recent years. However, I've also heard that it has no bathroom.

Bolt is new, and apparently has no real-person customer service to call BUT it supposedly has bigger seats and wireless internet.

So... the old standby or the new upstart? Any experiences?

I'm probably gonna be sorry I chose the bus on the way home (4hrs + 2 hrs on the bus following a 3-day workshop??) but I've ridden greyhound lots before so I'll survive. I just can't afford to take anything more expensive this time and and I REALLY wanna do these workshops. Ah, the sacrifices of a belly dancer! :)

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Catherine Zeta Jones!

2009-06-01T00:52:02Z

is the next Liz Taylor, she's gonna star in a remake of Cleopatra, my favorite woman in history! now I wonder who's gonna be Ceasar, & Marc Anthony!

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A Reflection of Myself in Belly Dance

2009-05-28T18:06:19Z

One day I found myself wandering away from my desk, as I often do (I have the attention span of a small child whose diet consists solely of Pixie Styx), and I caught a reflection of myself in the glass doors of the elevator lobby and I had to do a double take. I barely recognized myself even after over 30 years of being myself. I mean, who was this woman staring back at me? The swagger that this woman walked with, her chest and head held high, her hips swaying side to side with a sensual appeal that hadn’t been there before, her hair natural and wild, framing her face with a halo of semi-curly hair that reached down to her shoulders and brushed them with a dark kiss? This woman was not much more beautiful than I was, but she was different, even more different than I had been a few days before, inside and out.

I’ve read so many accounts of women who said they were changed by this dance and somewhere in between dance classes and work and everyday life, I missed the start of my own transformation. Somehow I missed the newfound confidence and the light that I was radiating from within my very soul to bring a new joy to my face and to my body.

Am I perfect? Of course not! Will I ever be a professional dancer? I doubt it! Does that bother me? Not really! Have I found a lifelong passion? Oh you better believe it!!!

Signed a newbie to the Art but a sister in the passion

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Looking for a place to crash..

2009-05-27T06:08:31Z

Sorry if this is spam, but I am kind of getting a bit desperate here. I am a college student and as such do not have a lot of spending cash. I will be at Penn State for a workshop series 26-29 May.

If you can help I would really appreciate it. Most people I have contacted so far are all leaving because classes are over. Thanks for your help!

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Foxy Tunes

2009-05-15T23:17:24Z

Okay.. i've had this little icon at the bottom of my screen for ages for Foxy Tunes which is an addon for Firefox. So being very bored, I clicked on it. and that took me to a search page where i entered Belly Dance and that took me to a page with some albums of belly dance music and somewhere on that page was an icon for Pandora internet radio. I clicked on that and searched belly dance and Pandora created a channel for me of belly dance music. You can give thumbs up or thumbs down for songs. You can bookmark songs. And it just happily plays belly dance music until you turn it off. Did you guys all know about this... been holding out on me.. Des you have mentioned how good it is to just put music on and dance.. well this thing would really make that easy to do.. As near as i can tell.. so far.. its free.. can this be??

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Hellooooooooooo

2009-05-09T03:00:52Z

Helloooooooo anyone hoooooommmmmeee! Where is everybody? Where are the gnomes? Where are the pilots?

Ok soooooo maybe we all have been busy! So guess what I found in the pocket of my suitcase!!! MY ZILLS!!! I have been looking for them since March of last year! And there they where in the outside pocket of a suitcase I have used multible times!!! Who knew! Well I'm not surprised! I had just received a new pair not two weeks ago!

Man! I could really use a drink from one of those pilots right now! It is Friday night ya know!

Hope everyone is doing well!

Peace,
Karen

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Remember?

2009-05-08T21:33:23Z

This fantastic 10 year old dancer
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8kb-6NkjtCU&translated=1

3 years later and some growing up
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rir4sOHkSVw&translated=1

Good Lord-She's only 13 or 14 and look at her-
Gorgeous young lady and dancer

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Performance

2009-05-04T01:25:05Z

I have a belly dance performance coming up tomorrow. The problem is I siffer from stage fright what to do? I have tried tensing the muscles and for people with real stage fright that does not help at al. Any advice would be good.

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1000 calorie frosted brownie cookies

2009-05-03T16:36:31Z

I was gonna make brownies the other day, when I saw the recipe on the side of the box for frosted brownie cookie sandwiches, so I held out till I got a can of vanilla frosting, the recipe said it would make 18 sandwich cookies, I thought they would be teeny tiney, so I thought I'll just make 18 cookies & have 9 realy big sandwiches. turns out I ended up only making 6 of them, 3X recipe size. It is a monster that reqiures 2 hands, & is filled with brownie & vanilla frosting goodness. I had one last night, I may have another, like 3 days later! They are calling me from the fridge... to take a photo & email it to a politically correct foody, you know the one that sneeks up behind you when you grab a soda from the vending machine....

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Spring Caravan

2009-05-01T04:40:09Z

Who is going to Spring Caravan?? (I know some of you live close enough)

I'll be there Sat evening to help backstage, and then Sun to perform (2:40 ish)

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Another Monday

2009-04-28T20:28:31Z

Well, it looks like the weekend was a hit for many of you. Me? I was busy melting in 90-something heat. :)
Have a great day, everyone!

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festival calendar

2009-04-28T15:25:16Z

just wanted to let everyone know that i've compiled a calendar of the various belly dance festivals at http://www.bohemetribal.com

it's under the links section.

if anyone sees something that should be there, let me know and i'll be glad to add it!

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Good Saturday morning, Everyday Bellydancers!

2009-04-27T06:50:41Z

How are you fitting bellydance into your weekend?
I will be popping in some DVDs, some to watch and others to dance with today. And I am going to start taking time to put some music on and freestyle dance on a regular basis. I don't train regularly, just sporadic spurts , thus don't have 'dance in my body' as I would like.

Have a great weekend!

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Guess who's baaaaaaaaack!

2009-04-26T00:23:24Z

Yay for Tami!!!!! Party time!

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Gasp!! Blushing

2009-04-15T13:44:58Z

I've never been in the main window of a tribe before...is this random? Was I (please say yes please say yes) "chosen"? Except, now that I'm up there, it's like...what was I *THINKING*???

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Please Read: The Everyday Bellydancer tribe statement

2009-04-12T16:33:35Z

This is in the tribe description:

Welcome to The Everyday Bellydancer tribe! This is a place for bellydancers to chill out, let their hair down, and leave the drama behind. Let's leave the heavy stuff to the other tribes and forums. Join the virtual Everyday Bellydancer (EDBD) 'mansion' for some fun and frolic. Bored? Then start a party thread. Angry? Then start a party thread! LOL! Seriously, this tribe is the place to get Not Serious. Enjoy old friends, start new friendships, get connected. Here we create a supportive, non-competitive environment for bellydancers (and our friends!) to take a mental vacation from the stresses of life.

Please be kind to our fellow dancers on board or not, well-known or not. Remember the adage, "If you can't say anything nice don't say it at all."

Lots of reiterating to follow:

***The moderator will delete posts/threads at her discretion.****

****SPAM POLICY****PLEASE READ****
Please do not Spam!
Please do not advertise on the Topics board. Put all advertisements in the appropriate tab for listings, events, etc.

This tribe, started by the (in)famous Desari, is here for us dance junkies to have fun, discuss general belly-dance related things, party with the gnomes, and ALSO keep this a place where people of all persuasions will be at ease.

ALL listings must go in the listings section--events, sales, tribe promotions, etc. They WILL be deleted if they are posted as topics, and repeat offenders WILL be removed from the tribe.

Discussions involving politics and such need to go in a more appropriate tribe. Explicitly non-family-friendly behavior also needs to be discussed elsewhere. That's the beauty of Tribe--there's a corner for everyone and everything!

If ya have questions, just ask! Happy dancing!

Please post all ads for your tribe,event, sales,etc in the appropriate listing headings and not in the topic section. Those posts will be deleted. Thanks.

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...checking in

2009-04-11T01:00:23Z

Hey babies!!!!
I haven't been posting much these days, but do pass through occasionally to poke fun at the gnomes and see what's in fridge.

:-0 ;-0

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O/T Bellydancing Chicken

2009-04-07T16:39:57Z

I just came across this video, very cute and funny and thought i'd share.. I hope noone minds.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pmf0neIPs3k

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Ayperi said I should introduce myself...

2009-04-05T16:54:49Z

... so I am!
Aziza Sa'id here, freshly signed up for your group.
I'm 30+ years into teaching, dancing a bit longer, based in Riverside CA.
pleased to join you...
Aziza
http://www.zilltech.com (which is in need of a major overhaul...)

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homemade costume

2009-03-30T16:26:03Z

I posted 2 pics in the photos tab of a homemade Turkish Vest, skirt, and hair falls if you care to see. Thanks for any feedback.

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Forming a sister troupe?

2009-03-26T21:38:37Z

Hello! So the troupe I've been dancing with for the past like 4 years mostly does egyptian style/ Oriental. My friend and I are so far the only two that do tribal stuff. Once I get a little more tribal training under my belt (I almost typed "under my belly" lol) I would love to maybe start a sister troupe to our egpytian troupe to maybe get some more people interested in the tribal stuff. Im just wondering how exactly would I go about doing this? Would it start out as just a small group and (hopefully) start to grow? What are the steps to take to start up a sister troupe?

Any and all suggestions are greatly appreciated ladies!!

And if my question doesnt make sense just ask....I have trouble getting my words together sometimes, lol. =)

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The Infamous Turkish Drop

2009-03-24T18:00:50Z

Have incorporated the Turkish Drop at the very end of a performance for my school's upcoming student. Know the move, but have mostly performed as a slow descent vs. quick drop we plan to do. Tips/ suggestions? Knee pads -- yes or no? If so, can you name a brand that won't show underneath Melos? Thanks! Kim

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Does anyone here subscribed to Jareeda magazine?

2009-03-22T16:11:12Z

I was just wondering if anyone here subscribes to Jareeda magazine and if so, have they released any issues this year?
Any help is appreciated. Thank you!

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OK! What the ?

2009-03-14T16:51:18Z

Ok! so I guess I have been on here too much lately but I just realized that there was adds for Gay Bear Dating? Ok! So who knew there where Gay Bears! And do they hibernate like strait Bears! Ok! So maybe I just am learning about this! And why are they advertising right by the bellydancing adds? Are there a whole bunch of gay bear belly dancers out there that I just don't know about? Ok! Now all I can think of are bears with shimmy belts on!
Ok! I'm too wierd!

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Anybody Else?

2009-03-14T01:08:44Z

Anybody else look at this and think either:

Man...I could make so many jingly things with those

or

Man...what a waste.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-1161149/Woman-iron-mask-Cruella-catwalk-star-Alexander-McQueens-surrealist-Paris-show.html

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They got me!

2009-03-10T04:51:54Z

So does anyone else look at the adds at the side of the page? So a certain video cought my eye because of the costume so I clicked on it and off I went to buying a couple of DVDs! The good news is that they are having a two fer going on right now so it only cost me $27 bucks all together!
BTW I actually went to a belly dance class today!!! Haven't been in ages! It was fun but the main thing is.....well I just plain missed it. It's been hit and miss with me for dance lately. Want to make more of a commitment to myself to do this for me and when I am ready again I will share with others.

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It's Friday...

2009-03-08T19:19:53Z

What's in the EDBD fridge?

*opens door, tosses out frozen gnome*

Hmm, strawberries, whipping cream, fresh mangoes...

woo! most of a jug of Sangria...

Chocolate *puts that back for someone else to eat (damn allergies)*

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Credit where credit is due

2009-03-05T23:30:35Z

What is the proper way to credit a choreo you have learned in a workshop? If you do the routine as taught it makes total sense to say "Choreographed by ...." What do you do if you have made changes? Either for stylistic differences or perhaps just an inablitity to make it look as good as your teacher!
Any thoughts would be appreciated.
:)

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Ooof, tribe.

2009-03-04T18:13:36Z

Folks,

I haven't been able to get on Tribe for almost a week, so I apologize for being inattentive! Also, I'm in the process of moving into a new apartment, so may be less on Tribe over the next few weeks. As always, contact me off-tribe at ayperi@raqsayperi.com if you need my attention right away!

OK... party on!

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Da rules!

2009-03-04T00:21:48Z

Hi lovelies,

In keeping with tradition, this place is here for us to have fun, discuss general belly-dance related things, party with the gnomes, and ALSO keep this a place where people of all persuasions will be at ease.

ALL listings must go in the listings section--events, sales, tribe promotions, etc. They WILL be deleted is they are posted as topics, and repeat offenders WILL be removed from the tribe.

Discussions involving politics and such need to go in a more appropriate tribe. Explicitly non-family-friendly behavior also needs to be discussed elsewhere. That's the beauty of Tribe--there's a corner for everyone and everything!

If ya have questions, just ask! PM me or, if you need to reach me off-tribe I'm at ayperi@raqsayperi.com.

Now, back to the mansion's regularly scheduled activities.

For all bellydancers, whether paid or not, who just love to bellydance. Whatever your style, size, color, etc. Amateur or professional, student or Master teacher. Living room stage or Bellydance Superstar's. Do you find yourself thinking, daydreaming about belly dance all the time? Do you find yourself shimmying and undulating at your desk, in your car, the bus or while brushing your teeth? Don't give up your power. Share it and build a supportive community. Start here. Welcome!

Please post all ads for your tribe,event, sales,etc in the appropriate listing headings and not in the topic section. Those posts will be deleted. Thanks.

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Bellydance book club

2009-02-28T19:03:49Z

okay, so that may sound cheesy but I started a group on shelfari just for bellydancers who like to read and talk about books on bellydancing.

Right now we are reading
Snake Hips: Belly Dancing and How I found true Love by Anne Soffee.
It is soooo hilarious! (I mean REALLY funny)

If you have read or would like to start reading it and join in on the conversation- we're taking it chapter by chapter so no matter where you are in the book, you can discuss what you have read without getting the ending spoiled.

Go to: http://www.shelfari.com/groups/22517/about

*and if you are gonna participate- PARTICIPATE- currently I know girls are following it but not leaving comments & that's no fun*=P

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...Isis Wings..

2009-02-28T17:40:53Z

So my boyfriend bought me some pretty Isis Wings for our anniversary :) and I'm completely new to them... lol I'd like to incorporate them into a dance solo for May...
So I'm looking for tips on how to use them and some inspiration... preferably the youtube kind. lol :)

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Who's got a video?

2009-02-26T03:46:19Z

Post your videos
love to see them.

and no
I don't have one.

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I'm sooooo going to end up embarrassing myself......

2009-02-25T13:53:56Z

For Valentines/birthday my husband has gotten us tickets to see the BDSS in Macon!!! I've been waiting for years for them to come within even a couple hundred miles of where I live ( ittybitty little place it is!!) I'm hoping that there will be an opportunity to meet and maybe take some pictures...... And I have even met PJ at haflas before and she's just really sweet...... So, why the stress????

Because I've got such a huge case of hero worship for PJ, Ansuya and Rachel Brice that I literally beak out in goosebumps thinking of just being in the same theater =D and as much as I want to meet them and tell them how awesome I think they are, I'm really afraid I'm going to make a big old goob out of myself! I have no shame!! I tell "everyday" dancers how cool they are when at a hafla and I see a performance that really rocks.....

What to do??????

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Rakassah West 09

2009-02-24T03:39:25Z

who will be there?

come see me at Ladysilk veils booth - home of Raqs Ahroosh !

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i got a mirror

2009-02-23T22:28:10Z

I went to a local brand of Wal Mart and got a thin full length mirror and hung it in the living room where i dance. This is a momentous thing for me.. to purposefully but a reflective device in order to look at myself .. doing anything let alone dancing.. So i think this belly dance thing has really moved me along in acceptance of my baawwddyyyy..... yeah

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Wow! I just noticed something....

2009-02-22T18:22:09Z

... an even 1500 members!

Congrats, EDBDers!!!!

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OT, but I have to say it someplace...

2009-02-18T17:35:30Z

Evil. Yup, that is what I think of Tribe's new inclusion of ads from Amazon.com on every page. Alluring books, videos and music, all so well matched to my interests. And what is worse, when you innocently click on one, just to see, the page at Amazon announces "just 2 copies left in stock!"

truly evil!

Ok, now I'm done. I return you all to the previous programming... ;)

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Intros!

2009-02-16T02:47:55Z

Hi folks! We've had a number of new people join even in the short span of time that I've been the mod. We'd love to meet you all!

Do jump on and tell us a little bit about yerselves. I'd love to hear from you oldies-but-goodies, too, and those of you who've been around for a while but read more than post. Nothing wrong with that, mind you--I'd just love to get to know you.

For starters--I'm Ayperi. I live in Portland, Maine (no, you don't have to share this info if you don't want to for any reason at all) and I teach and perform and produce events. I'm obsessed! It's turned into a lifestyle... who knew? I've also started taking yoga this month (vinyasa--breath-based flow) and I'm in love. It's nice to have something that is purely for my well-being--I don't have ambitions to be a teacher or performer (yoga performer??), I'm just there to enjoy.

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What's your favorite 9/8 song?

2009-02-11T01:01:46Z

I need more than what I got. Throw me some 9/8 songs titles, pleeeease?

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...just noticed that's me in the main pic!!!!

2009-02-10T20:26:17Z

Thanks, Ayperi

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so much fun!

2009-02-07T22:40:22Z

Today a group of us got together and started to create a new choreography. No one got upset, no one was a diva, no one was pushy, no one hurt anyone's feelings. Thirteen women putting together a beautiful dance (A surpirse for our teacher) in perfect harmony. What a great day!

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It's Friday...

2009-02-07T02:52:54Z

what's in the fridge?

(or did those pesky Gnomes eat everything again...)

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Welcome Ayperi as the new moderator!

2009-02-07T00:34:58Z

Ayperi is a lovely friend and bellydancer. I thank her for taking over as the new moderator of my 'baby'. :)

Tami (Desari)

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Caberet or tribal or......?

2009-02-03T15:31:53Z

I do egyptian style/ caberet or whatever the politcally correct new name is these days, but you get the idea because it is what the little girl in me dreams of when she thinks "belly dance" and also because it'sthe only style taught where I live. What about you? Why did you chose the dance you do?

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Sword suggestions

2009-01-29T18:48:47Z

I am interested in purchasing a sword for dancing. What should I look for in a good sword? How much should I expect to pay? I noticed some swords are sold as "balanced" and I am assuming this would be a good thing. Any suggestions?

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OT: Auto Insurance

2009-01-23T03:40:47Z

Hey all. Well, it's time for me to renew my policy but I am not sure I want to stick with the company I have now (esurance). I've had them for a couple of years, no new tickets...and the rate has gone up. Apparently there was a statewide hike. I called and they are having a special team look into it to make sure there are no errors.

Anyway, I realize this isn't really bdance related...but I figured we all have to drive to class and workshops right? What companies to you have and do you like them? I looked at progressive and they have a decent rate.

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Snakehips

2009-01-22T01:05:20Z

Very nice blog, article??? from a man's point of view of belly dancing
of both Tribal and Cabaret.
http://etymonline.com/columns/bellydance.htm

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i would looove to know what you guys think :)(x-post)

2009-01-20T12:20:40Z

This is only my 2nd solo ever - i've also only started learning tribal a few months ...its a very very rough performance, so be kind ;)
audience was mainly kids under 5 all wanting to go on the jumping castle rather than warch me.
watch out for the kid getting scooped up by her mum lol
http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=-wLVdku5h3A

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Belly Dance Crash Course

2009-01-20T05:12:59Z

Hey ladies.. i just got this video today.. its one of the Cheeky Girls productions. Tami you have asked before about videos that actually get you moving and dancing instead of just drilling.. After a quick perusal, the intermediate sections have you moving and doing transitions the whole time. Some parts of it might be too basic for many of you but ... like i said.. after the first perusal.. i'm liken this one.

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Blossom?

2009-01-20T00:30:50Z

Saw some great prices but anyone here have any experiences?

http://www.bellydancercostume.info/index.php

Lav

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A need to vent, and a need for some advice

2009-01-19T22:09:55Z

In a nutshell, I feel like I'm pulling teeth to get my troupe sisters together for practices or for arranging future performances. They both claim they love dancing, but I feel as if I'm the only member putting an effort forth to do anything for the troupe. I know I'm the director, but since its three of us in a democratic group, I'm the only one calling each week asking "So, are we having a practice? What's going on this week?". If I express any concern for us not getting together, I get responses such as this "Ah, I remember when I was still single. I had so much more time." "I have so much going on in my life right now, things will calm down soon." True, I am a single girl, but I know how to juggle everything in my life...even when I'm in serious relationships. I refuse to call them anymore, unless they call me, why should I do it all?

Its gotten to a point where I'm looking elsewhere to join a different troupe but they are also my friends. I love dancing and I have a plethora of ideas in my mind...and I prefer to be a part of a troupe instead of moving on solo. Ugh, I'm so disappointed =(

What would you do?

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no freakin way!

2009-01-15T01:09:52Z

Neena & Veena, the bellytwins came to Chas, WV where I live, & my boss got to meet them! They were at the Indian cultural center, wish I could've been there, probobly better off not though, I just would've drooled & fell over!

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Happy New Year!!!

2009-01-08T02:52:43Z

Wishing everyone a safe, healthy , better 09!!!

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Feeding my Addiction

2009-01-02T20:49:01Z

Well, my husband surprised me at Christmas by feeding my bellydance addiction! I bought me 3 lovely bindis, a very cool bracelet, and a coin-scarf (which I'm going to trade in, actually because I have so many already!) Hehehe. I think I got a good one.

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does anyone else...

2009-01-02T19:06:49Z

have so much bellydance stuff on their hard drive that it may become necessary to get an external one? LMAO

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I need some suggestions ladies!!

2008-12-30T21:11:53Z

So I may be posting this in the wrong tribe but I really wasnt sure of which one it would fit in, lol. So my niece will be turning 3 next may and she OBSESSED with belly dance. So my sister and I are wanting to do like a belly dance themed princess party for her and her little friends. Does anyone know where we could find a bunch of childrens hipscarfs that we could maybe by in bulk I found one site (i think its Joissu- you can get 4or more for 9.50 ea, or 12 or more for 7.50) but I dont think they're in kids sizes.

So do you guys have any suggestions for foods, snacks, activites, decorations, etc.? I know we have plenty of time but I want to start shopping around for stuff and maybe get some stuff while they're on sale or something!

Thanks ladies (oh and let me know if I posted this in the wrong tribe, lol)

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Bellydancing Football Fans

2008-12-30T19:26:31Z

Okay we all know that a good portion of our lives is consumed with dance. But how many of you actually enjoy the NFL? I have been a dedicaterd football and Philadelphia Eagles fan since 1987. Every year I play fantasy football and I use to have my own league through work but now that I am working for myself I have had to join other leagues.

So here it goes, I would very much like to start a Bellydancing Fantasy Football League.

For those women who love dance and love football let me know if you would be interested. The first pre-season game was last night and there wont be another preseason game until this coming Friday. I only need 11. If you are interested let me know. I will not create the league until I get 11 interested dedicated fans. If not, then no harm done.

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Fellow scrap bookers/bellydancers

2008-12-24T00:43:39Z

Hey girlies
I work at an online scrapbook store and am trying to convince them to make bellydancing die cuts and papers. Just wanted to take a quick count of those of us that are both into bellydancing and scrapbooking to try and sway my argument =)
thank you
<3
Mey

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Traveling alone (follow up to OT: TF9)

2008-12-22T05:45:39Z

Anyone know what's the crime rate there? Is it relatively "safe" or should I pack a big stick and/or invest in getting these: http://www.freewebs.com/finalfantasyultima/Reno%20Rude.jpg* I'd ask if any of my friends if they would like to go, but I know they wouldn't be interested.

Also, if there's a group that I can hang out with, that would be much appreciated. I'll help pay for gas. :D

Yeah, I'm that desperate. :P

*Basically, bodyguards.

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OT(?): TF9

2008-12-19T07:58:38Z

Anyone from Oregon (or anywhere) going that doesn't mind having a complete (but generally harmless) stranger joining along? I'd like to be there before Thursday but I'm pretty flexible (schedule-wise that is.)

I'll pitch in for gas, hotel room/camping space, foodstuffs and I do have my own tent and sleeping bag. If you want more details, PM me or email me at wheresra@yahoo.com

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OT: how do you

2008-12-18T23:03:52Z

report someone on Tribe for abuse?
this guy just tried to friend me:
http://people.tribe.net/6c13fa1c-65e5-4887-a88d-ed88ee71898b

icky icky poo.

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A moment of silence

2008-12-18T16:16:18Z

Let us all have a moment of silence in memory of Bettie Page who passed away last night. She may not have been a belly dancer but that lady sure knew how to sparkle!

Rest in Peace, Bettie. We'll miss you.

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The First Time...

2008-12-13T17:29:24Z

I am very very new to belly dancing and I've been taking some beginner classes and last week we learned an actual little routine and I caught on quickly and was able to perform the moves and each time the teacher restarted the music I felt so excited and I felt so on point and I couldn't wait to start dancing. I can't even begin to explain the joy I felt and I wasn't even perfoming for anyone, just doing a practice routine with my classmates. I think I would explode if I ever got the chance to perfom in front of an audience, although, I did sit my family down in the living room when I got home and made them watch the routine, lol.

I'm just wondering, does everytime feel like the first time? 'Cause if so, I can't wait to do this for the rest of my life!! And thank you so much for letting me post this.

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Kimono/Yukata as a Coverup

2008-12-13T16:36:22Z

I wasn't sure where to post this, so I figured I'd start with this lovely group here. :-)

I have a kimono/yukata, not sure which category it falls into. It's polyester, but looks like silk. I got it in Japan and love it! Would it be an appropriate cover-up for bellydance? It's just a light robe with a small tie belt, no obi or anything elaborate.

Thanks!

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Hey, y'all, you might want to check this out

2008-12-10T21:52:22Z

It's not always affordable or preferable to go out and take classes so I thought I'd let everyone know that Ansuya is giving online classes for cheap.

http://ansuya.com/

She has a free online class running now.

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Who is your favorite artist/s to dance

2008-12-10T16:21:32Z

Who is your favorite artist whose songs/music inspire you when you dance, creating a choreography and/or doing an improv? Mine are Enigma, Solace, Knossos.

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east coast belly dance events for summer 09?

2008-11-29T05:06:51Z

Im thinking about going to see a friend that lives in pittsburgh next summer and I cant pass up the opportunity to learn from a teacher out there or even better go to a halfa cuz my friend has never been to one! Im over here in Idaho so I know plenty of west coast event that happen but nothing over there. I dont get out of school until midmay and i go back end of august so anything in between there would be good.

So will some of you be so kind as to tell me whats going on over there and when? or what teacher i should seek out? Im not having much luck searching on my own. Maybe Im looking up the wrong stuff. Thanx ladies!

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Questions for dancers

2008-11-26T17:48:30Z

Heyloo. I am doing a project for an Anthropology course and I was going to ask specific people, but I decided I should ask everyone! Hey...doesn't hurt right? Unless this is deleted as being spam...anyway...I am rambling again.

As I said I am doing a presentation for an Anthro course and lucky me, I get to do it on Belly Dance. Woo Hoo I have some questions I have come up with which I am attempting to answer, and I would love your feedback. If you would like to help out, please email me or post here...or something and I will get back to you.

Thanks everyone! Have a great turkey day.

ok...no more posting. I'm done. :)

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Pre 1970's bellydance music?

2008-11-26T01:24:11Z

Hello Lovelies,
One of the dancers in my area is putting on a show, with a pre-1970's theme. That is, the songs must be before 1970 (mayyybe 1980). Does anyone have song suggestions? The only music I can think of is George Abdo. It must be bellydance music. I confess I am confounded.

Thanks in advance!
~Kaytee

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ERIKA!!!!!

2008-11-26T00:26:16Z

http://www.people.com/people/package/article/0,,20237714_20241213,00.html

Your man Hugh is the Sexiest Man of the year! Hooray! Happily my Robert made it to number 9!!! :P

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The Everyday Bellydancer's topics - tribe.net

Where to shop for professional costumes

Finally

EDBD!

suggestions for a cane routine (music inspiration!)

Pixie Vision Photo Shoots

Trials and Tribulations with henna

Tribal dressing at work?

"Dancer's name"

hey hey hey

Help me with how I conceal my props but still have easy access

what not to wear

Staying motivated when sick?

ok. help me here, ladies....

Can you Name That Tune?

cook book

Maha Dansari

Ode to EDBD

Some Steampunk Inspiration

Do you have to wear black?

Awww!

Today is my birthday!!!

Hey all you groovy and organic women

??Etana is a pirate??

Psst, Erika... (and other fans of youknowwho) ;)

Second Life

Drastic weight loss, anyone??

Cleaning out

Please post your photos

When Dancing -

The bus!

Catherine Zeta Jones!

A Reflection of Myself in Belly Dance

Looking for a place to crash..

Foxy Tunes

Hellooooooooooo

Remember?

Performance

1000 calorie frosted brownie cookies

Spring Caravan

Another Monday

festival calendar

Good Saturday morning, Everyday Bellydancers!

Guess who's baaaaaaaaack!

Gasp!! ***Blushing***

Please Read: The Everyday Bellydancer tribe statement

...checking in

O/T Bellydancing Chicken

Ayperi said I should introduce myself...

homemade costume

Forming a sister troupe?

The Infamous Turkish Drop

Does anyone here subscribed to Jareeda magazine?

OK! What the ?

Anybody Else?

They got me!

It's Friday...

Credit where credit is due

Ooof, tribe.

Da rules!

Bellydance book club

...Isis Wings..

Who's got a video?

I'm sooooo going to end up embarrassing myself......

Rakassah West 09

i got a mirror

Wow! I just noticed something....

OT, but I have to say it someplace...

Intros!

What's your favorite 9/8 song?

...just noticed that's me in the main pic!!!!

so much fun!

It's Friday...

Welcome Ayperi as the new moderator!

Caberet or tribal or......?

Sword suggestions

OT: Auto Insurance

Snakehips

i would looove to know what you guys think :)(x-post)

Belly Dance Crash Course

Gasp!! Blushing