| Monday, December 28th, 2009 |
torturegarden
[ kumimonster ]
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2:58p |
TG NYE 2009 Cancelled - Please let anyone who was going know
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT
Mass Venue Closed Down - Torture Garden New Year’s Eve Ball at Mass is almost 99% Cancelled!
We regrettably have to report that we were informed this morning that Mass, our regular venue of the last 10 years and our location for the Torture Garden New Years Eve event, was served last night with a 28 day closure notice, this is due to information received by police regarding a threat made involving an attack planned on the venue’s security following an incident at another venue last week.
This threat or the closure of the venue had nothing at all to do with Torture Garden events at Mass, or with the company that is used for security at our events at Mass, and we don’t expect it to have any effect on future parties at Mass or elsewhere, but it is an unfortunate knock on effect of a situation that has nothing to do with our parties and was beyond our control. But it seems that at this very late stage we will no longer be able to use Mass for NY Eve.
There is a very unlikely possibility that Mass may be able to appeal and change the decision in time for us to open, but this seems a very long shot.
There was also of course the possibility of us switching despite this late stage to a different venue. However, there are only around 5 venues in London of the scale required to hold a Torture Garden event, and of course they are almost all already booked for NYE events. We have found the Coronet in Elephant & Castle, which was not booked for NYE, but it seems that despite our best efforts today the management do not feel they can organise staff to be able to run a safe and organised event.
We will make final checks in the morning of Tuesday 29th about whether Mass can change the decision or we can relocate to the Coronet, but it seems that despite our best efforts today the management do not feel they can organise staff to be able to run a safe and organised event.
Therefore we must warn you that Torture Garden’s NYE Ball is very likely to not happen and if you can cancel hotels or travel plans or book an alternative event at this late stage we have to recommend that you do.
We are very sorry for the inconvenience, and we understand how important your NYE party is, as it was for our friends and ourselves, and also that many of you are travelling long distances or even from abroad. But we hope that you appreciate that this was completely beyond our control, and totally unexpected at a venue we have used for over 10 years. In fact we haven’t lost a venue for a TG event since around 1993, and never for such an important date as NYE.
To conclude, please make a final check with us at mid-day Tuesday 28th for any last minute rescue plan, but otherwise TG’s NYE Ball is off. We will refund anyone who has purchased an advance ticket asap.
Regarding refund procedure, please give us a few hours tomorrow to release a statement regarding how to go about receiving refunds.
Again, as you can imagine, we are very sorry to let you all down and we hope you can make alternative plans for NYE.
Our next event will be at SeOne on 13th February 2010 and that event will not be affected in any way by the problems at Mass.
Yours
David, Allen & Charlotte @ TG Productions |
corsetmakers
[ selmabouvier ]
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10:04a |
fuchsia ribbon corset
A hot pink ribbon corset made from Norah Waugh's Corsets and Crinolines 1904 pattern.  ( more )This is made from 1 1/2 inch wide rayon petersham ribbon. The pieces for the busk, lacing, and boning at the sides were fused to cotton batiste, but that's it for strength. This corset is light, light, light! I was worried because the ribbons are not anchored to each other, just to the front, back, and sides panels, so I thought they be loose and when worn. But they worked exactly as they should. Here you can see them all slack. Here is a view from the back.  And a detail of the flossing.  The bottom row is the exterior or the corset, the top the interior. I used silk thread for the first time and it went through the fabric so easily. No knot ups at all. And it has just the right amount of shine. I can't wait to use it again. Let's see, other details. Steel boning at the sides and back. And I ran into a problem when I inserted the busk and the stud side of the ribbon ended up a different width than the loop side. With nothing else going on to distract it was pretty noticeable. Here is a sad close up of the issue.  Yuck. I fixed it by stitching thin ribbon down each side of the busk to cover the uneven edge. Problem solved. I made this pattern before with coutil and satin, and I have to say I like this ribbon version better. I intentionally made this one in the same color so I could compare. The texture of the petersham adds a bit of life, as does the flossing, but the biggest difference is my skill. The corsets were made 8 months apart and I can see an improvement. Hooray. |
latexlovers
[ sex_mish_n ]
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3:19p |
Fetishbunker.com представляет ослепительную Хелли в не менее ослепительном, благодаря нашему костюму, фотосете Shine.  |
ca_egl
[ crownprince ]
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3:15a |
BABY's LPs
Hi everyone!! Greetings from a lolita from the north (Canada)~
With regards to BABY's LPs at SF, I was wondering if anyone would be bringing a non-lolita friend while you're purchasing the LP on the 2nd or 3rd? Or even if you wouldn't mind making two trips?
My friend wanted to try to get one for me, but unfortunately they're not limiting it to one LP per person (so she'll be purchasing one for herself)... and she needs to catch a flight on the 3rd. So I was wondering if anyone wouldn't mind picking one up for me? If I must, I can pay a fee for you to help me purchase it, since I would really like to have an AATP LP so I could wear something Alice-related (in some way) to watch the Alice in Wonderland movie in March (my birthday month)~~Thanks, and best of luck to everyone on getting Lucky Packs :D |
| Sunday, December 27th, 2009 |
darkpinupgirls
[ plumenoir ]
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8:44a |
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corsetmakers
[ rvqavalon ]
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1:12a |
Old corset, new pics!
Photo by Michael CaterinaIf I had to guess, I'd say this was started spring of 2008...maybe around Easter-time? I've changed shape since it was initially constructed, hence the uneven gap. It's also been worn hard--I took up Civil War reenacting in the interim, and it's been to a lot of events! ( One more, and a link. )Thanks for looking! |
| Saturday, December 26th, 2009 |
corsetmakers
[ labellefairy ]
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9:29p |
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corsetmakers
[ itsroach ]
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8:07p |
Self-Drafted Underbust, Take 2
Hello! Last month I posted here about my first attempt at a self-drafted under bust. Everyone here was really helpful and encouraging, which is awesomeness itself. I took all the advice to heart and remade the pattern. This is my second attempt and I'm so very, very pleased with how it turned out. ( Pictures! ) Current Mood:  pleasedCurrent Music: FM - Junior Boys |
| Friday, December 25th, 2009 |
ca_egl
[ merli ]
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7:30p |
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| Wednesday, December 23rd, 2009 |
corsetmakers
[ laracorsets ]
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11:29p |
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| Tuesday, December 22nd, 2009 |
corsetmakers
[ labellefairy ]
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6:26p |
okay dokey
Here is a corset i just completed . She measures an amazing 36" 21" 39" I am quite happty with her, thanks for all who gave me advice   Current Mood: chipperCurrent Music: folk |
latexlovers
[ aiko273 ]
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2:56p |
I've got some latex leggings that I desperately need to sell!
They have only been tried on once, and would fit up to a large size 10 (uk sizes), possibly even 12.
The only reason I need to sell them is that they are too big for me (I'm a small size 8 with no curves).
Originally bought on ebay for £30, I'd really prefer not to loose much money so I'd like to sell them for £28 including domestic or international shipping! |
| Monday, December 21st, 2009 |
corsetmakers
[ eggies_red_dres ]
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1:10p |
Wedding Prototype Final
Prototype two three is ready for review! Full contact suggestions welcome. Let's see what we've got. ( Left Side mockup and final )( Front mockup and final )( Back mockup and final )I smoothed the bust line considerably, but have the problem of back spill in an attempt to bring the bust under the arm forward. I have the previous iteration with a smoother back to refer to in prototype 3. I may also make the more dramatic pattern change and add another shaping panel. It's funny, I had an epiphany while at the spa for the approximate seam locations based on the wrinkles apparent in the robe I was wearing at the time. Even when I'm relaxing I'm thinking. Incidentally, every seamed bra I've ever worn has two seams that roughly join at the apex. If I eliminate the piecing over the apex you still need two seams that cross the bust line. Anyway, this is the pattern I've delivered to her so that her skirt foundations can begin with the dressmaker. I have another corset that I have drafted and prototyped and two more to draft. That proto will be in another post. |
corsetmakers
[ nillajenn ]
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11:15a |
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corsetmakers
[ devilinthedtail ]
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11:25a |
Grading Tutorial?
Hi! I'm a grading and CAD patternmaking teacher from Australia. I've been teaching the subject for 3 years, and have been in the industry for about 10 years, so while I don't think I'm an expert, I do know quite a bit about it. I've read a couple of posts recently about people asking about grading patterns from standard sizes. Is the information already out there somewhere, or shall I write up tutorials on standard and custom sizing? ETA: No problem, I'll start getting the tutorials written up! It might be after the holidays when I post them, as who wants to think about grading during Christmas time? :D |
| Sunday, December 20th, 2009 |
corsetmakers
[ laracorsets ]
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3:52p |
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corsetmakers
[ crissycatt ]
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2:37p |
last corset for the year...
for this corset i went for a victorian bodice look, so most of the boning channels are hidden by the fashion layer. 54cm waist, spiral and spring steel boning, two-part grommets, 2 layers of coutil. got some wrinkling at the bust sides :( it was fine when i did the mock-up...sigh... (x-posted)  ( detail + matching choker ) |
corsetmakers
[ stay_maker ]
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11:53a |
rule of thumb?
Hi, Is there a rule of thumb for taking off measurements from patterns? I have made several reed boned stays, drafted from my own patterns - thought I'd branch out, and make a 'new style', I bought the butterick B4254, adapted for my size (was gutted to discover the word of false sizing in shop bought clothes) and sat down to make. I, being me, adapted the pattern, and put in two new lacing holes, from shoulder side of bust down across one pannel to the front. This should nto have altered anything, as I cut in for seam allowence, and it only affected that one pattern peice. Its awful. I am tall, so lengthened several inches. It hangs off my bust, doesnt tou8ch my wasit, and is far too short over the hip - just pushes my 'baby belly' out over the top of my jeans. Is there a rule of thumb -bust, wasit and hip, you decress from a standard size? I know this is probably a really stupid question, but find I cant get shop bought patterns that fit! What am I doing wrong!! I used reed to bone, as I dont know how to use metal boning! (and its what I had)... Any advice?!! |
| Saturday, December 19th, 2009 |
corsetmakers
[ imblebee ]
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1:43p |
Corset Mannequin Source
Hi Everyone, I have been going through the community archives over the past couple of weeks (only up to late '07 so far). In doing this I have seen some beautiful antique forms and the amount of people that lust after them. Naturally I have a lust too and I wanted to look up how much they would run.
Now while I understand antiques are pricey.... some of these forms range in the $500-$1000 range, even one at $3000! Now as much as I love all things old, and no matter how much they might be worth it I cannot plunk down that type of change.
As I was falling asleep I remembered a mannequin supplier that I have used in the past for my job. When I was last there they had a peculiar and interesting form. I went to their website and lo and behold, a 21" waist with T&A. Needless to say I am excited and will be purchasing one after the new year.
Are any of you folks interested? I live in NYC and their office is just a few minutes into NJ. I also checked into shipping and with a cast iron base the shipping is only $30 within the region. Added major bonus... there are 9 bases to choose from!
Hope this helps some of you! Without further babbling... www.roxydisplayinc.com/webpage/bodyforms/female/black/fh02bk.html x-posted to corsetsupplies |
ca_egl
[ sukeban_mama ]
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8:36a |
Christmas Ballet
Went to see The Nutcracker last night and was a little surprised not to see any other lolitas. Saw a couple at the 2007 show and skipped 2008. If you have a chance to go, I highly recommend it. SF Ballet always does a really great production. Kinda funny side-story: When hubbby and I were getting seated I started taking off my coat and I felt someone tugging at me from behind. I looked around and an older woman was helping me with it. We made eye contact and both kind of froze. I think she thought I was a child. :p  Current Mood:  rejuvenated |
corsetmakers
[ imblebee ]
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12:14a |
Help with locating long shank dies
Hi Ladies and Gents, I am writing tonight with the hopes that someone out there would be able to point me in the right direction. After receiving a formal complaint about my hammering (whoops) I am looking into "big girl grommet setting tools". I have stumbled upon a vintage foot press from C&C Button and Trimming Co. I have researched a little and found a patent from 1956-ish. I was sent a photo of the dies this evening and I am interested to know where I might find addtl. setting dies with this long of a shank. I have tried looking at various sources and unfortunately most do not show pictures of the individual dies so that I may compare. Or the best, they show you one picture for all the different die types!!! P.S. I also came across a second foot press located in Long Island for only $50! The old man seemed a bit cranky over email, but if you're interested I'll pass on his email! $50 can't be beat, even if you have to drive a couple hours and deal with a crotchety old man (they always sweeten up in person, don't they) ; ) ( Please click to view Die pic )  |
| Friday, December 18th, 2009 |
corsetmakers
[ mysolemnhour ]
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8:43p |
Diagonal back bones
Hi everyone,
I don't think it's been asked before: I've seen patterns and corsets, with some diagonal boning at the back, like the (oh so lovely) quilted corset Sidney Eileen made recently.
I'd like to know your opinion about this kind of boning: purpose ? comfort ? does it help reduce back fat ?does it hurt your shoulder blades ?
Thanks Current Mood:  awake |
| Thursday, December 17th, 2009 |
corsetmakers
[ thecorsetdiary ]
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3:15p |
Corsets at the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago
Today is a day for showing eye candy it seems for me. I've been waiting for my mother to send me these. I was recently performing at the Museum of Science and Industry for Mexican Folkloric Dance and I went off to look around since I had not been there in ten years. I was walking through a replica of an old street and walked past the other end of the entrance. I noticed as I turned to the right there were two small gems that I had never seen before, but have apparently been there for at least a decade. The Museum has two corsets on display, I ran and grabbed my mothers awesome digi cam and started snapping away at a many angles as I could. I love her zoom because it let me get into the tiny details such as flossing and boning channels in an up close look. So without further adooooo.....I ive you my photobucket link for the 15 or so pics I took http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v372/mistress_of_pain/Museum%20Corsets/I thought perhaps we could have a discussion, what you guys think of them, what techniques you see, etc etc. Hope all of you enjoy it :) |
corsetmakers
[ thecorsetdiary ]
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2:41p |
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corsetmakers
[ auroraceleste ]
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1:44p |
MOD POST - Changes
I apologize for this taking longer than the promised week. I have no excuse other than regular life :( That said, I'm going to work really hard in the next month to get stuff cleaned up around here. The mods have talked about the changes we'd like to see and come up with some exciting ideas on how to make things better. 1) We're getting rid of the memories (not the posts, just the memories links). Instead we'd like to create a FAQ list. We'll create a master post for each FAQ and then link "required reading" posts in that post. We'll probably also alter the tags to better reflect the FAQs so that you can click a tag for "more reading". I've also wondered if we should have a post "code word" in each FAQ post so that new posters on the topic can prove they've read, but I'm not sure we want to go that far. 2) A major problem with having memories, tags, and FAQs is that new members look at them, realize they haven't been updated in years, and think that because they're old they don't apply anymore. There is a little value to this, it is good to revisit the old topics on a regular basis and make sure that new members have a chance to put in an opinion and reevaluate the old perspective, but not too often. So, once we've set up the FAQ, we're going to set up a "FAQ Friday" post. Each Friday we'll post one FAQ question to be revisited by the community. Discussions that become incredibly informative can become "required reading", the rest will be linked in the main FAQ post as "updated/ongoing discussion." This will ensure that FAQ topics get seen on a regular basis while ensuring that the community isn't flooded with them. 3) We're going to totally redo the community info. It's disorganized and unsightly. It needs to be better, period. 4) We're also going to revisit the rules. We'll probably be rewriting all of them, just for organization and clarity, but we'll also question some of them. One I'd specifically like to revisit is the "Eye Candy" rules. I've proposed making a stricter rule about what you must post and what you can't post when showing off work for sale. I'd like to make up a specific format and example to standardize it. On the other hand, I'd like to make the "Eye Candy" posting rule less strict for people who are not linking to a sale. I think that if you want to post a picture of a corset you've made, as long as you've made it and you're not linking to a sale, you should be able to post just the picture. I hope it would encourage posting of eye candy when you'd rather not explain how it was made. I'm open to criticism on this idea, though. Perhaps it could be limited to just one day? Or one post a week you can post inspiration links to stuff you haven't made, that may be for sale, but looks interesting enough to let people know about? What would you like to see? We'll be visiting it in January, so take some time to re-read the rules and think over what you'd like to see changed. So, if you want to get involved, there are a few opportunities! After this post I'll be posting for people to suggest FAQ questions. Feel free to suggest as many as you think pertinent. In January we'll start going over the rules in public post (I'd like to wait until after the holidays, emotions run high due to stress and I'd like for all of us to have a fresh perspective for the discussion). As to non-public help, after we've decided on a few FAQ questions we'll be looking for a group of people to go through and suggest "required readings" and "more reading" for each question. If we decide to re-tag everything there will be work there, too. If you'd like to volunteer for any of these, you can reply in this post. |
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