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A new tribe for goths! X-Post

2008-05-05T17:36:06Z

Let´s spend some money! I just opened a tribe to compilate a list of our favorites places to go shopping when we want to wear black. I knew we needed one when I arrived to Madrid and realize I didn´t know any local shop to visit. Join us and share your favorite ones (local shops or websites). See you there:

http://tribes.tribe.net/gothicshopping

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New music tribe (X-Post)

2008-03-31T21:51:07Z

My husband has opened a new tribe for goth metal lovers. Please, spread the word and join if you want!!

http://tribes.tribe.net/darkgothmetal

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Tan Removal Lotion

2007-08-16T23:56:54Z

Hello everyone,
I recently blogged about this, but I really need to find a good tan removal lotion.
The jist is that I just got a burn from swimming after the sun already went down, and the only thing I hate more then sun burn is the tan that inevitably follows.
Since I've obviously become oversensitive, I really would like to try to remove some of the uneven coloring taking place on areas like the top of my chest, and my forearms.
There are lots of websites out there that give "home" remedies, but the ingrediants are not easily obtained, and I'm not really willing to be playing around with glycernine (nasty stuff). Besides, these sites never give any feedback as to what works. The last thing I need to do is ruin some clothes, or a new hair color, because I've slathered myself with a mixure of lemon juice and peroxide.
SO....
If anyone knows a TRIED and TRUE lotion/creme out there, I'd be really glad to hear of it. I don't mind ordering over the net, or importing either.

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Aging a plastic skull

2007-07-26T19:23:56Z

I figure you guys might know this one...

I recently acquired a skull (cheap and plastic--do you know how much the decent ones go for??) and it looks like the painted resin it is. I'd like to use this as part the still life for some modern day vanitas paintings (oooh, so nifty), so it needs to look bone-like, which it doesn't.

I was disappointed to find that Google can't tell me everything--most searches for "stain skull acrylic" (or similar) got me suggestions for Halloweeny stuff, or just to use MinWax Mahogany...way too dark. It doesn't need to look Neolithic, just like bone.

The plan was to sand it down some to take some of the glossy-ness away and then use washes of acrylic paint in yellow ochre and burnt umber. Not sure what to do about the teeth. The teeth are crap. Suggestions? Better ideas?

*sigh* You know, I work right next to the medical school, and I know they have corpses in anatomy, I wonder if I could ask and, y'know, get a leftover or something. Probably not legal, but one can hope. ;)

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I have opened a shop!

2007-07-26T18:59:04Z

My husband and I just opened a shop with Gothic designs (hats, jewelry...). We will be adding items periodically; and we will be happy if you come visit us!

www.kaleidoskopicromance.etsy.com

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OT any writers here?

2007-07-10T19:21:21Z

Hi all.

My friend Amy and I have started a group for writers. It's like a support group for unpublished writers and a way for published writers to share there experiences. It's also for any writing style from poetry to romance to mystery to childrens to erotic and everything in between. Here is the link http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Incredi_writers/

Hugs,
Heather

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Wanted to share this...

2007-07-02T13:58:28Z

I found this e-bay shop. The owner has posted pics of her home (scroll down); thought it would be good to share them. The goodies of the shop are great too. Enjoy!

http://members.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewUserPage&userid=theblackcatcloset

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Candle tabletop arrangement

2007-06-27T17:30:48Z

I came up with this idea browsing Michael's web site. It's only a garden dish filled with purple sand, black eucalyptus leaves and a purple candle. Pic is in the gallery. Hope you guys like it.

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I am selling mini top hats

2007-05-31T00:07:47Z

The base price is $25, but it will depend on the final adornments you want to use (plus shipping). Here is a pic:

http://people.tribe.net/cb547cf7-a670-439b-8407-4c7f5fcd7ee0/photos/7162ce92-a82a-4012-a849-e2cfa1857f3b

Bear in mind that they are not regular size, they measure 5 and 1/2 inches. You attach it to your head with a satin bow under your chin.
I can make these designs or work with you in your own custom design. Just PM me and let me know your ideas and I'd see what I can do.
Thanks!

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TLC: Moving Up - Blase' Beige and Gothic Rage

2007-05-21T08:53:47Z

One of my girlfriends recorded this episode of TLC's Moving Up because the living area of this house reminded her of my room. When I watched the episode, I fell in love with the skull hanging above the larger window. (The couple's child calls the piece "Sammy the skull".) Here's a pic:

http://tlc.discovery.com/fansites/movingup/episode/episode02/episode102_slideshow_08.html

I wish I had a larger pic, but unfortunately this is the best I could get off of the net. I might be able to take a better picture of it this afternoon and post it.

The skull has three horns and a long jaw with lots and lots of teeth. I want one! I know several places that sell skulls, but this one has to be resin or something. Do any of you have any sites that you could share with me so I might be able to find my "Sammy"???

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new paintings

2007-05-06T21:16:59Z

I have posted some paintings under my photos that I thought some of you guys might be interested in seeing.
blessings

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skull fabric

2007-05-05T00:37:37Z

FYI, I found some awesome skull prints at JoAnn's fabrics. There were a good dozen different prints, from pirate Jolly Rogers to Dios de Los Muertos (no, I have no clue how to properly spell it!). I picked some neat stuff out and made...a sundress :) Much to my coworkers' dismay...hahaha!

Now, the other fun part was being approached by coworkers today, asking, "what is it with 'you people'?" WTF? Suddenly, because I have dyed black/red hair, I'm "gothic" and it's my religion/lifestyle/whatever. (okay okay, so I DO have a penchant for it, but don't wear the black lipstick to work) Oh boy, this is going to be too easy, and too much fun to put on with people at the new workplace!

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New Gothic Tribe!

2007-04-19T21:12:17Z

Hey! I just created a tribe called Gothic Arts and Crafts for all the artists out there. Share with us your home-made Gothic projects! See you there...

http://tribes.tribe.net/gothicarts

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what do you listen to?

2007-04-07T14:58:44Z

while cleaning? Today I was scrubbing my floors to Corvus Corax, before I knew it......my radiators were dusted and even part of the walls got cleaned. I really need good music to inspire me, to get lost in....

What are your faves?

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Not overtly Goth

2007-03-26T14:28:56Z

Sadly at Chateu by the Hangman's Creek (better known as my house near the irrigation ditch).
We rent, which means no wallpaper, no paint... Unless I wanted to repaint the whole thing prior to moving.
So, our house isn't overtly Goth. Instead, you have to study it a bit.

We have some large antiques, and on the shelves and inside curio cabinets you'll find our very large collection of Vampire Movies and books, books on Witchcraft, True Crime.. Jack the Ripper and so on.
Many of these are right along side classical music selections, the kid's movies and so on..
There really isn't much that is obvious.

Then there is the Office, where it is the most Gothy room we have, complete with an Iron Door Knocker and a Gargoyle.

I'm forever longing to paint and decorate for a more.... Gothy feel. But, I may have to stick to an idea... Draping dark fabric on the walls... There is only one problem with that.... It would attract dog and cat hair.

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Just in case you didn't know it...

2007-03-22T17:58:11Z

... I wanted to share this with you:

http://www.trystancraft.com/martha/

Like Martha Stewart, but Gothic.

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For the Gothic renters!

2007-03-19T20:05:16Z

This is a simple technique I heard of long time ago. Great non-permanant and easy off solution for renters.

http://www.rentaldecorating.com/quick_fix_fabric_on_walls.htm

So no more white wall excuses!!

*~ZsaZsa~*

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Refurbished library

2007-03-15T18:32:26Z

My hubby and I spent over a week refurbishing a room in our house. Its never really had a purpose until now. Lucky for us the two layers of wallpaper had old paste on them. We could literally rip the paper off of entire walls in one piece! Yay!

Ken and I tried to go for the English victorian library look with rich dark wall colors (name of dark wine paint is Flur de Lis) and dark stained wood. We think it turned out just perfect... rather a subtle romantic goth look.

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