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Kaleidoscope of Cultures- Workshop with Warm up by Ravena!

Sandra — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 17:12:31 GMT

” A Kaleidoscope of Cultures”
Middle Eastern Dance Workshop

Travel with us from North Africa through Istanbul to the Persian Empire in one exquisite afternoon of instruction with Masters of Egyptian, Turkish and Persian Dances!

Sunday March 1, 2009, 11:30 am – 4:00pm
Reston Sport and Health Club
11445 Isaac Newton Square, Reston, VA 20190
(703...

~Our Instructors and Class Descriptions~
Rachel Kay Brookmire, Egyptian Dance, 12:00 – 1:00: Rachel is the founder and Creative Director of Sahara Dance, DC's Center for Middle Eastern Dance. A sought-after performer and instructor, Rachel specializes in modern Egyptian raqs sharqi. She has shared the stage with international artists including Lebanese pop stars Nancy Ajram and Fadel Chaker. As the Director of Sahara Dance resident company, Raqs Sahara, Rachel seeks to elevate Oriental dance as a theater performance art. Join Rachel for unique Egyptian dance combinations that are playful, earthy and elegant. Designed with a wide range of dynamics and movements, this class has something for everyone!

Kostana, Turkish Dance, 1:15 – 2:15: Kostana is an Oriental Dancer based in the Washington, DC area specializing in Turkish Oriental and Romani (Gypsy) dance as well as Egyptian Raqs al Sharqi. She has studied with renowned Romani and Cabaret dancers in Turkey as well as throughout the United States. Kostana teaches at Saffron Dance School in Arlington, VA and is Director of Programs for The World Music Folklife Center. Join Kostana for an introduction to Turkish 9/8 and learn how Turkish Oryantal and Turkish Romani dance differ from Egyptian Raqs Sharqi. Explore movements for the 9/8 rhythm with basic footwork, gestures & fun combinations!

Azin, Persian Bandari, 2:30 – 3:30: Azin is of Persian descent and owner of Born 2 Dance Studio in Vienna, Virginia. She offers a wide range of world dance programs including a variety of Persian and Iranian dance forms. Azin will impart her passion and knowledge of these dances from her heritage in a high-energy class focusing on the joyous Bandari dance! With strong ties to the sea, Bandari reflects the traditions of the Persian Gulf region of Iran where the influence of Arab, Indian and African cultures blends with those of the Persian culture. Azin will present the steps, movements and flavor of this popular and spirited dance which Iranians perform in celebrations worldwide!

REGISTER EARLY ONLINE TO RECEIVE OUR PRE-REGISTRATION SPECIAL!
*Available to Members and Non-members*
COST: $30 for all three classes if registered online by Feb. 15, 2009. http://www.tirazdancenetwork.com/events.aspx?newid=121
Not a member? Join before Feb. 15 and the full Workshop PLUS 1Year Membership is $50!!

COST after Feb. 15, 2009:
Members: $15/class. $40 Full Workshop
Non-members: $18/class or $50 for full Workshop or $60 to include 1Year Membership

Schedule:
11:15 Registration
11:30 Warm-up and Basic Skills Review with Ravena (FREE for all workshop participants)
12:00 - 1:00 Egyptian Dance with Rachel Kay Brookmire
1:15 – 2:15 Turkish Dance with Kostana
2:30 – 3:30 Persian Dance with Azin

Brought to you by:
www.TirazDanceNetwork.com.

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A New Year Full of Surprises

ravenadesigns — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 17:06:58 GMT

Hello and Happy New Year!

2008 was the most successful year yet for Ravena Designs. I have all of you to thank for this success. Now that we are entering our 4th year - I have a lot of great new items I am going to unveil in the coming months..

- Colorful Canes
- Amazing new hip scarf designs
- Workout clothing

This is going to be an exciting year. Thank you for making the dream of business ownership a reality...

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Need Some Holiday Cheer?

ravenadesigns — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 19:56:54 GMT

We have a few copies left so don't miss out!!

http://www.ravenadesigns.com/catalog/item/5663788/5675331.htm

A Time Of Peace by Brothers of the Baladi

Price: $15.00

Product Description
An Instrumental Collection of Christmas Songs Performed On Traditional Acoustic Middle Eastern Instruments

Tracks
1 Deck The Halls (2:38)
2 We Three Kings (3:30)
3 Oh Little Town of Bethlehem (4:04)
4 Oh Come All Ye Faithful (2:20)
5 Coventry Carol (1:17)
6 Oh Tannenbaum (3:14)
7 Good King Wenceslas (1:46)
8 Little Drummer Boy (3:52)
9 Joy To The World (1:53)
10 Angels We Have Heard On High (1:46)
11 Silent Night (3:21)
12 Hark The Herald Angels Sing (2:08)
13 It Came Upon A Midnight Clear (2:18)
14 Away In A Manger (3:46)
15 The First Noel (3:20)

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We Did It!

ravenadesigns — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 19:55:18 GMT

November was Alzheimer's Awareness Month! The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer care, support and research.

Their mission: To eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.

Their vision: A world without Alzheimer's disease.

Ravena and Ravena Designs is dedicated to finding a cure to this horrible disease. That is why we committed to donating ALL PROFITS collected during the month of November to the Alzheimer's Association. We hope that the contributions help in finding a cure.

Ravena Designs was able to raise $200!

Your purchase has made a difference! Thank you.

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November is Alzheimer's Awareness Month

ravenadesigns — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 13:56:02 GMT

Ravena and Ravena Designs is dedicated to finding a cure to this horrible disease. That is why we have committed to donating ALL PROFITS collected during the month of November to the Alzheimer's Association. We hope that the contributions help in finding a cure.

Please visit: http://www.ravenadesigns.com/alz.html

Thank you....

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DVD & CD Sale!!

ravenadesigns — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 13:15:52 GMT

all DVD's are $20
Some CD's have been discounted to $12
All our CDS are always $15 regularly.

Check it out... For a limited time...

http://www.ravenadesigns.com/music.html

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Troupe/Group Discounts

ravenadesigns — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 19:24:29 GMT

Can you believe it that recital planning begins soon? Ravena Designs offers discounts for purchases of 6 or more of the same item (can be different colors). Contact me and let me know what you need - I just might be able to save you all some $$.

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Final Days - A'Kai in July Veil Sale

ravenadesigns — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 19:51:37 GMT

Only a few days left of our A’kai in July Veil Sale event! A’kai is off for the summer and will not be making any new veils until fall so buy now.

http://www.ravenadesigns.com/veils.html

These are the best prices around on chiffon and silk veils. Sale ends July 31.

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Where's Ravena Designs

ravenadesigns — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:55:08 GMT

July 13
Mid-Summer Magic 2008
http://www.kawakib.com/recital.html

Show features modern and traditional bellydance by Anthea, her Students, and Special Guest Performers:
BatSheva (Va) and Bonita (Va)

Come early for Shopping!

Show starts at 2pm and doors open at 1:30. Free to the public!!!

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I want your unloved costumes - take 2

ravenadesigns — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 17:22:05 GMT

For some reason, my last post on this topic is not being nice. Decided to post again...

Do you have any old, damaged, outdated, or just plain ugly costumes? If so, I would like to talk with you. Besides being a vendor, I am also a designer. I love stripping apart costumes and developing pieces that are unique and beautiful.

I would be willing to trade you Ravena Designs products or pay cash for your old, damaged, outdated, or just plain ugly costumes and accessories. It all depends on the goods you have available.

Contact me at ravena@ravenadesigns.com and let me know what you have available.

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looking forward to seeing you!

kawakib — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 14:27:18 GMT

am excited - what will you be bringing next Sunday? :-)

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Ravena Designs on ETSY

ravenadesigns — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 01:26:46 GMT

Check out our own unique designs on Etsy. More to be added:

http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5737871

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I Just Watched the Most Amazing DVD

ravenadesigns — Fri, 09 May 2008 20:00:22 GMT

It is called Secrets of the Stage - Volume II. This DVD is a must for any dancer. It focuses on dancing on a stage verse a restaurant, tipping, professionalism, audience participation, and more. This is made by dancers for dancers so the "life situations" and knowledge are true and tested. This DVD was packed full of amazing information that I was not aware of. I think this would benefit both the new and seasoned dancer. This is the kind of stuff no one ever talks about.

I love it so much that I am going to be offering this and many more of Michelle's DVDs online

Would you like to pre-order a copy? Visit: www.ravenadesigns.com/music.html

To learn more about this and the many other DVDs that will be available, visit my website: www.ravenadesigns.com

Expected delivery date is June 1 though it may be as early as next week!!!

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New Items Addeded

ravenadesigns — Tue, 27 May 2008 18:22:12 GMT

We have added a whole lot of "wow" to our website!

New Satin Skirt/Veil sets ( http://www.ravenadesigns.com/skirts.html )
New CDs & DVDs ( http://www.ravenadesigns.com/music.html )
New Clearance Items ( http://www.ravenadesigns.com/clearance.html )
New Turkish Style Zills ( http://www.ravenadesigns.com/shop_z.html )

The list just continues to grow! More items will be added in the coming weeks including more clearance items, more hipscarves, refurbished costume sets, and our handmade designer items on Etsy!

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The New DVDs Are Here!

ravenadesigns — Tue, 13 May 2008 20:27:55 GMT

All the amazing Cheeky Girl Productions are in stock! Check out the amazing collection of new DVDs and CDs we have added to the collection. Pictures still need to be added but detailed descriptions are listed

http://www.ravenadesigns.com/music.html

We are also taking pre-orders of the Fitness Pharaoh DVD. A must for any dancer!

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happy customer!

Sandra — Thu, 08 May 2008 15:43:18 GMT

I got my order today! Thanks for the fast shipping and great prices!!!

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Spring Cleaning!!

ravenadesigns — Thu, 08 May 2008 13:49:26 GMT

All prices on this page are negotiable :-)

www.ravenadesigns.com/clearance.html

If you dig the price you see, just add it to the shopping cart and pay via PayPal. If you would like to negotiate the price of some items, contact me directly: www.ravenadesigns.com/contact.html

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Registration is up...Zafira in Erie!!!

Carlala — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 19:58:45 GMT

Shimmy for a Cure Gala Show and Workshops Event has got

~~~Zafira~~~

for two Sunday workshops, on June 1st
at The Avalon Hotel in Erie!!!

Registration page available at:

www.shimmyforacure.com/workshop.htm

or

www.theflemingschool.com/workshops.htm

ooooh we are gonna party!!!!

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Tax Day Sale

ravenadesigns — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 12:54:42 GMT

Your US taxes are due today. Ravena Designs is here to assist you with a little "retail therapy". Enter promo code TAXDAY to save 10% off your web order.

visit http://www.ravenadesigns.com and let the therapy begin....

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Great Time at the Bellydance Convention

ravenadesigns — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 12:32:13 GMT

Saturday was fabulous! I enjoyed meeting new faces and providing advice and costume help to those who asked. It was also great to see my amazing friends again from studios past and some of my students from the new studio. Yes - Saturday was great and was a fabulous reminder of how much I love the dance community. Thank you for your support and I look forward to seeing you all next year!

Ravena

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Ravena Designs at the 2nd Annual Belly Dance Convention

ravenadesigns — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 18:22:50 GMT

Second Annual Belly Dance Convention
Saturday, April 12th
11:00am to 3:00pm at Carver Center

Entrance fee is $5.
Tiraz Members enter free.

Carver Center
200 Willie Palmer Way, Purcellville, VA 20132
For more information: info@tirazdancenetwork.com
www. tirazdancenetwork.com

Presentations by featured members Kostana, Yucy el Banan, tribal troupe

Rhythm & Cues, and MORE. In addition, experts Gerson Kuhr, Cleo’s Closet, and Sally with her veils will be on site to help you become the dancer you were meant to be.

Additional vendors include Ravena Designs, Zilley, Mima, Aliya and the Gypsy Monkey!

Fabulous DOOR PRIZES including dance necessities and a $100 dance scholarship. Free Networking table – bring your flyers and business cards.

Shop ‘til you drop for costumes, music and accessories at the vendor and swap tables. Reconnect with friends and meet new dancers at this unique networking and educational event. You may recall the huge success of the very FIRST Belly Dance Convention EVER in Northern Virginia! This year will be bigger and better!

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Keeping in touch w our neighbors

Carlala — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 15:16:41 GMT

Hey guys, here's links to join Erie Pa Bellydance and Shimmy for a Cure...Come say Hi!

Erie <3 Ravena!

http://tribes.tribe.net/eriebellydance

http://tribes.tribe.net/charitybellydanceevent08

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Free Shipping on Used/Vintage Items

ravenadesigns — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 00:54:20 GMT

Hi All!

For a limited time, Ravena Designs is offering free shipping (domestic and international) on all vintage/used items:

http://www.ravenadesigns.com/page/page/3800468.htm

Take a look at all the great items listed!!

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Ravena Designs at Tiraz Convention

ravenadesigns — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 03:18:18 GMT

Ravena Designs will be selling many goodies at the Tiraz Bellydance Festival on April 12th. Sign up to Ravena's Roost to get a special deal on your purchases!

http://www.ravenadesigns.com

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Workshops and Shopping this Saturday!

ravenadesigns — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 15:24:53 GMT

Ravena Designs is the featured vendor at the Tiraz workshops on Saturday.

There are still opening available in the workshops so sign up and go!

http://www.tirazdancenetwork.com/events.aspx?newid=70

Ravena Designs will be featuring a lot of new items including:

A'Kai Veils
Turquoise International Zills (sizes 2 1/16 to 3 inches)
New Chiffon Skirt and Veil Colors
Awesome canes
New Hipscarf Designs - Direct from Egypt!

Hope to see you there!

PS: If you sign up to our Ravena's Roost email club, I will be sending out a secret discount amount for this event that will blow you away!
http://www.ravenadesigns.com/newsletter.html

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A'Kai Veils are Coming!

ravenadesigns — Sun, 17 Feb 2008 20:27:48 GMT

Ravena Designs is proud to announce that we are now an exclusive reseller of A'kai Silk veils. These veils are the best silk veils available. We will debut these amazing veils at the Tiraz workshop on March 1. Stop by and check out the amazing colors we have available.

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Ravena Designs to be a Vendor at Tiraz Workshop Event

ravenadesigns — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 19:00:54 GMT

March 1, 2008

Ravena Designs will be a vendor at this awesome event. We will be offering a lot of new items from Egypt, India, Turkey, and the USA!

More information about this great workshop will be coming soon: www.tirazdancenetwork.com/events.aspx

If you are not a member of Tiraz, join today!!
(www.tirazdancenetwork.com/join.aspx)

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Setup a Private Event

ravenadesigns — Mon, 14 Jan 2008 21:24:25 GMT

Did you know that we will travel to your studio for a private show?
Why shop online when the goods can come to you?

Ravena Designs will travel to your studio an offer a little "retail therapy" to all students before and after class.

Private Event Schedule for January:
January 22 - Studio show Fairfax, VA

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Do you need a vendor for your next event?

ravenadesigns — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 20:16:18 GMT

We are currently booking events along the East Coast. Contact us to see if we are available for your next event.

http://www.ravenadesigns.com/contact.html

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Free Shipping on Gift Sets

ravenadesigns — Wed, 19 Dec 2007 18:13:45 GMT

For a limited time, we are offering free shipping on our gift sets. Take advantage of this great deal. Happy Holidays!

http://www.ravenadesigns.com/gifts.html

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Are you a member of Ravena's Roost?

ravenadesigns — Mon, 03 Dec 2007 19:04:54 GMT

If not, please sign up: http://www.ravenadesigns.com/newsletter.html

Here are just a sample of the great member-only promotions we had last month:

20% off your total order on "Black Friday"
20% off your total order on "Cyber Monday"

We send on average 1-2 emails a month and we do not sell your email addresses. Check out the site to read our policies.

http://www.ravenadesigns.com/newsletter.html

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Were Back!!

ravenadesigns — Mon, 03 Dec 2007 18:59:16 GMT

ok - the business never went anywhere but I have to admit 1 thing - I have not been giving this business the love it deserves. That is why I have turned it up about 11 notches and am making some changes. 2008 will bring new products and an updated look to the site. Thank you for your support and I look forward to an awesome 2008...

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Free Gift with Order

ravenadesigns — Wed, 06 Dec 2006 01:28:51 GMT

For every $25 you spend on purchases at Ravena Designs, you will receive $5 in Ravena Bucks. Ravena Bucks can be used towards future purchases and shipping in our store. The more you order, the more you earn. Visit the site for more information....

http://www.ravenadesigns.com

Promotion ends 12/31/06

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Possible Delayed Shipping

ravenadesigns — Mon, 30 Oct 2006 18:01:33 GMT

ok - so you may or may not know that I am basically due any day now. Because of this, your orders may be delayed due to the birth. Once I am back home, I will ship your orders. Thank you for understanding :-)....

http://www.ravenadesigns.com

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Setting Up for our October/November Blowout

ravenadesigns — Thu, 28 Sep 2006 13:51:18 GMT

During the next 2 months, things will change around Ravena Designs. Our owner is expecting her first child and we are sure that this is going to shake things up and make our world more exciting. To celebrate this event - we have planned some special sales over the next two months. Stay Tuned..

Please be sure to take advantage of our Sepetember sale while it lasts.....

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I Found More!

ravenadesigns — Tue, 19 Sep 2006 17:31:25 GMT

Yes - I am in the process of cleaning out my RD closet and I found some more great finds! I hope to get them photographed and posted on my site by next week. More info to come....

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Sale Time!

ravenadesigns — Thu, 14 Sep 2006 14:22:47 GMT

Our Fall Sample Sale is on now! More items and pictures will be added throughout the month of September so be sure to keep on watching.

http://www.ravenadesigns.com

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