Whew, I am finally done with some projects and I can get working on making some costumes. I've been obsessed with designer costumes, but then I read Sarah Skinner's blog and I was inspired to make my own. I mean I still covet the Pharonics and one on SatiCraft, but I just bought a new car, so money is an issue.
Sarah Skinner's pearl costume (above) and one I saw on the swap pages of Bhuz have inspired me to make a vintage-style pearl costume. My color palette is going to be inspired by the pearl necklaces that Adam gave me...soft ivory, pink/light peach, and light purple/pink. I'd describe it as the color of the moon at sunrise.
Now for the materials...obviously, I can't afford real pearls, but there are plenty of wedding gown pearl trims and strings available. I'm going to scour the clearance of AC Moore and Michael's for sales on pearls and I have some good online vendors to choose from. I think may also buy some AB crystals for embellishment, too. To give it that ephemeral look...
As for the base of the costume, I am smart enough this time to know that I can't make a bra and belt to save my life. Skirt: yes, bedlah: no. So I am going to buy a base set from Sugar Petals. I'll need to cover it with a nice durable fabric. My ideal would be ivory dupioni silk, but that isn't practical, so I'll pick something that drapes well and can carry heavy beads. I also need something that isn't too slippery. I've made the mistake of using slick fabric before and it gets too bulky and weird.
Anyway, stay tuned...this project will be a long time in the making!
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