Across the Stars

I should make a career of these. XD

Ok, so I'm reworking my basic panels. 101 and 102 have become dull dull DULL! Since nearly the same people go to the cons I work they've gotten tired of hearing my spiel. Plus I feel like I'm taking slots away for others who have more to teach. So Costuming 101, 102, and Wigs 101 are gone. What shall I replace them with? I want to do about 2-3 per con depending on what else is going on. Roundcon is the major exception since I'm needing to fill an entire track.

Options:
~Working 102 into a full on Judge's Choice panel. Ins and outs of contests, etc. One thing that's always bothered me was that contests seem to be shrouded in mystery, so this is to help people see past the cloud. I'd also do honest critiques of costumes if asked. I could also cover emergency repairs.

~Wigs 101 seems to be almost too basic for most people. I like to do a live demo if I can (past putting a wig on someone). The question is what? It has to be cheap/free for me to do and not take more than an hour. I also need to be able to do it 2-3 times a year. I thought about showing how to trim a wig, but then I'd have to get three wigs. Maybe putting in wefts?

~Closet Costuming has been requested, so I'm adding this to my Roundcon line-up. This one will be fairly research heavy since I need tons of images to show what can be done. Has anyone done some closet pieces and are willing to share their experience?

~Demos: There are three demos I'm thinking about doing. Sharpie wig dying, boot/shoe covers, and hair falls. All of these are best with supplies for the attendees, but I need to make sure I can do it without them so that anyone can watch without needing to spend extra money. Cleanup and time is also an issue, so these might be RC only panels.

So! Here are the polls. They're open to everyone even if you don't have an account. Please to vote!

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You know how I adore input, so if you have a moment I'd love to hear what you have to say. I still keep my last panel info request on hand because it was full of great ideas! :)

You know that whole thing about locking myself in my room to sew? Yeah, it's a little hard when your sewing machine gives you death threats. >_<

It just needs a thorough servicing and recalibration. It's skipping stitches and making a metal-on-metal noise every once in a while. Nothing horrid, just damn annoying due to timing. My Mom offered to lend me one of her machines, but I declined because 1) it's too late for this project and 2) I'd keep it because even her worst machine is fantastic. Putting it in my hands is like giving money to a crack-whore. You're not getting that shit back ever. EVER!

So my couples costume with Owen is postponed to Animazement. I'm incredibly bummed, however I also know that Lily will look better with the time I've been given. I'll probably wear Klingon and Housewife again this weekend although Klingon is in debate due to time issues. I'm scheduled almost non-stop from 10am to 6pm. Hoi!

When I get back from Nashi I've got to put my nose to the grindstone. Telma, Amelia, and Lily MUST be done by AZ. Telma is first since I have the most done with her. Lily will hopefully be a weekend job (haha), and Amelia is 100% from-scratch.

Woo.

Oh! Add to the fail, my computer is majorly infected. Yeehaw.

Projects:
I made a 50's 'Hostess' apron this weekend for Roundcon. Basically it's the apron a wife would wear when the hubby brings home company. Completely impractical but sooooo pretty. Eight yards of eyelet lace. EIGHT!! I made it off a vintage pattern, which was an eye-opening experience. Let's just say that women back then had the time to hand stitch everything. I do not. Still, it looks very nice, and while there are minor design issues I can deal with them.

Tonight I'm working on a new tunic for my Klingon costume.

Rants:
I have been sick for nearly three weeks. THREE WEEKS!! I'm so ready to be done with this. I wake up at least once a night with a coughing fit and I'm always incredibly tired. Feh!

broccoman showed me this year's line up of Ghostbusters toys. Mostly uneventful until I got to the "Sexy Ghostbuster by Kotobukiya". No, it's not Egon in a Speedo (although a girl can dream). It's a standard sexy girl in a non-existent outfit. Thanks Kotobukiya for not making an effort.

Cupcakes:
David brought cupcakes to work. Yum!!

That is all.

My planner has scratch marks all over the damn place. >_<

I had to completely reschedule my costume line up for the next few months due to the fact I couldn't get Amelia and Telma done for Roundcon next weekend. I'll still have my Klingon and 50's Hostess completed so that's something. However now instead of just needing to make one costume for Nashicon I need to make 2 and repair a third.

I kick myself for not being more productive.

If I'm doing a group with you please hit the cut and make sure I have you listed!!
( Line up for the year )

Of the 9 listed only 3 are even close to being done. On top of that I have 2 costumes to make for Owen and another for a friend. O_O Kill me. My only saving grace is that I have about a month between each con. If I really put my mind to it I should be able to prevent Pre-Con Panic that hits most costumers.