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    Sunday, May 18th, 2008
    jagnightwalker
         		7:55a
    I Wanna Bake!
    I have the urge to bake, yes. But it's just like sewing..WHAT do I bake? LOL, I could make some cuppies I guess but I don't have enough butter or powdered sugar for icing I don't think. I'll have to check.

    On our three day weekend I DO plan on baking a cake to try out my pans. I now have 6, 8, and 10 inch round pans, I have a 10 in square. I have my giant cupcake pan and a purse shaped pan (hee, what?). So I have a lot of choices to play with.

    This money is still burning a hole in my pocket and there will be more come friday. I'd like to buy my cupcake tree (still trying to decide between a 23 ct and 38 ct) and my Cupcake Courier (holds/carries 36 cakes). The carrier I bought from Wilton is nice, but who only makes a dozen cupcakes? Especially when mixes make two dozen...

    Anywho, there are videos I'd like to buy too but, how about I buy some time? It's all fine and dandy to have the WANT and the MONEY but if you have no friggin time to DO anything it means nothing, pffft. The videos I'd like to buy are from sugaredproductions.com. Sharon has one for buttercream, one for successful stacking and another for fondant. I'd like them all but I really should get on the buttercream wagon FIRST. I know how to make the fondant now, it's the cake construction and coating etc that I need to learn. And I need to play with some piping.

    That's the thing though, all the cakes I really really LOVE are fondant; simple and elegant. But piping and buttercream is SKILL in my eyes and it's a skill I want to have, even though I probably wouldn't use it THAT much. I guess I want to know it all and use to my discretion lol.

    When I have all the time in the world, the Cupcake Bouquet is on my list of To-Dos! Isn't it CUTE? Since I made those cupcakes for work with the same piped "flower" (and my kids even said they looked like roses so I must have done it right!), I can just stick them together into a bouquet. Looking at them just make me happy :)
    bellydancing
    [ midoria ]
         		1:07a
    Abaya Sale (Cover-ups)
    Al-Hediyah is having another abaya sale in case anyone is looking for a nice cover-up. I've been buying their stuff for years and I highly recommend them to everyone. Their stuff is usually on the expensive side since it's custom made, but they have good sales every few months. The woman that owns it lives in Kuwait but is American.

    http://www.alhediya.com/abayas.html
    celtdreamsinger
         		12:05a
    critter stuff
    ( Who'd a thunk? )

    Goodnight sweetheart...g'nite

    Current Mood: content
    Current Music: the sounds of babies sleeping
    Saturday, May 17th, 2008
    bellydancegear
    [ bec76 ]
         		11:15a
    Super-plus-size body stocking
    So, folks, I have a problem, and I hope you can help. I need a flesh-tone body stocking before July 20, and my highest-recommended retailer, www.sugarpetals.com, waited a month or so to tell me that they do not make custom-made body stockings, and their largest available size is ten inches or so below my measurements. Anyone got an idea where/how I could get a body stocking in my measurements by July 20?

    Thanks in advance! :)

    ETA: My measurements are - Underbust: 47 inches, Waist: 53 inches, and Hips: 64 1/2 inches.

    X-posted to : [info]bbw_bellydancer, [info]bellydancegear, and [info]bellydancers
    synecdochic
         		4:45a
    Friday, May 16th, 2008
    bellydancing
    [ freyajane ]
         		8:47p
    Neon's Recent Article
    Check out Neon's article at the Gilded Serpent, The Ancient Art of Keeping Your Mouth Shut

    I agree with her that it's best not to get involved in any of the negativity online if you're a teacher or performer. She mainly focused on how it can affect a person's reputation, but what she didn't mention is that you can end up scaring off newbies and potential students.

    I lurked on BHUZ for about a year and after seeing all the mean things the teachers had to say about their students and other dancers, I ended up too afraid to take classes locally. Luckily, I worked up the courage and did start taking classes with a wonderful teacher.
    bellydancing
    [ sandshimmers ]
         		11:15a
    Philly PA USA - Suzanna Del Vecchio Workshops Tomorrow! Don't forget about the Show Saturday night!
    Don't miss out!  The Suzanna Del Vecchio workshops start tomorrow!  We still have a few spots open!  Come in out of the rain and learn from an experienced teacher and master dancer.  Saturday's workshop will cover combinations to enhance any style of dance!  On Sunday Suzanna will be teaching strong drum solo movements, some floor work with alternative movements for venues not suited for floor work.
     
    To take advantage of discount pricing and reserve your spot, you can visit www.sandshimmers.comand use paypal for an advanced payment option.  Workshop prices are $75.00 each at the door.
    Don't forget about the Show Saturday night!!  Come see Suzanna perform her unique scintillating style!
     
    Sand Shimmers Spring Hafla - May 17th, 2008
    Featuring Internationally Renown Suzanna Del Vecchio
    An enchanted evening of Middle Eastern music and dance. Performances by Suzanna Del Vecchio, Mirjana, and the Sand Shimmers Dance Troupe, along with other special guest performers are sure to delight. Visit our Bazaar to find that unique and exotic gift. Stay after the performances for open floor dancing and light refreshments.
    Show begins at 7:30pm, doors open at 7:00pm.
    Advanced tickets: $15 per Adult, $10 per child 4-12, children under 4 are free.
    At the door, tickets will be $25.00 per Adult, $15 per child.
     
    Workshop and show location:  1101 Little Lane, Warminster PA, 18974
    Thursday, May 15th, 2008
    myrrhdusa
         		10:53p
    War of the Worlds diorama.
    I thought it would be fun to take some in progress pictures of the War of the Worlds scene I am working on at the bookstore.

    It will be a little podunk town, with an amusement carnival down the highway, being viciously attacked by Martians. It's a lot of fun so far. I've never done anything on a scale like this before, it's a lot of work!





    Click it to make it big!



    Click it to make it big!
    myrrhdusa
         		10:49p
    Sushi mountains!
    Corey and I decided to make sushi as our contribution for the feast at PUF this year. I hope it will be well received!

    On the left is omnivore sushi, with cucumber, cream cheese and krabmeat.

    On the right is vegan sushi, with cucumber, carrot and tomato.

    ...and I got to play with my new toy, a paper punch set, which I bought to use on the nori! Dig the little Pagan moons and stars, man!

    achbarr
         		8:50p
    Tonight was a Bust
    We have ahd another No Show for Stuff Night, what can I say?


    Achbar
    myrrhdusa
         		6:02p
    Yeah, baby!
    We just got back from watching Ironman.

    You were all right! I knew when at least six of you said you loved it, I had to see it! Great flick!


    Robert Downey Jr. is lookin' damn good too.

    Oh, and speaking of man sex, I got this from [info]saxondog, because he knows how much I like the pork swords.


    http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/24648122/
    bellydancing
    [ faerygurl ]
         		5:58p
    Looking for costuming accents
    I am creating a gypsy costume and I am looking for individual small round mirrors I can add to my skirt. If they have red embroidery around them, that is even better, or I will just take the plan mirrors. Does anyone know what I am talking about and where I can find them, I have been searching all over the internet! Help! Thanks!
    celtdreamsinger
         		3:32p
    Goodbye Kel
    I just found out that my longtime friend (since way back in the days of Open Diary:FamilyMatters) Kel [info]scriptor , left the world in February as a result of complications following surgery.
    We didn't always see eye to eye, and he was so brassbound most of the time, and sometimes so was I...but we remained friends.
    When we ended our last telephone conversation he said, "Call anytime you need to...", and I laughed because I am so not a phone person.
    He didn't like Thomas at all, and had some pretty strong things to say about Brad too. He talked me through a panic attack when I was so sick...
    I just don't like it when friends go away.
    I am going to miss him...

    ( Safe journey, Kel )

    Current Mood: sad
    Current Music: Why I sing the blues ~ B.B. King
    Wednesday, May 14th, 2008
    celtdreamsinger
         		6:58p
    Things to be thankful for =)
    ( peek a boo )

    Current Mood: simply delighted
    Current Music: B.B. and Lucille
    bellydancing
    [ chats_noirs ]
         		8:46a
    Chicagoland, IL, USA: A Dream of Arabia, June 12-15


    ( A Dream of Arabia )
    ( 3-Day Special Discount from Maqam )

    I am not performing in the show, I am just helping with promotions.
    asim
         		8:04a
    Bulletproof...I Wish I was
    From the Beeb, via the DC Heroes mailing list:

    Rocket 'bounced off' army officer
    An Army officer from the Highlands survived an attack in Afghanistan when a rocket-propelled grenade (RPG) bounced off his chest before exploding.
    Lt David Robertson, 30, of 4 SCOTS Royal Regiment of Scotland, escaped with minor injuries.

    The missile ricocheted off his body armour and detonated against his Warrior armoured vehicle.

    [...]
    "I didn't get my life flashing in front of me but it did slow down.
    "The thing split into three parts - it coming towards me, it hitting me and bouncing off and then detonating.
    "It must have just skiffed off me and went to my left and detonated on the fully open gunners hatch.
    "I was knocked backwards I hit the back of the turret pretty hard.
    "I remember a big bang and a heat wave and then felt burning in my arm and side."
    bellydancegear
    [ abitofanenigma ]
         		12:32p
    Beadspinners, beads and Glass Fringe?
    Yes it's me again...I'm thinking of making some glass fringe again and I've been looking for tools to make it a bit less time consuming, I'm particularly interested in beadspinners.

    Okay, questions:

    - does anyone have a beadspinner (http://www.beadspinner.net) or an equivalent device? Do they make making beaded fringe any easier? Do they make it harder in any way? They seem useful for beading long amounts, but if I were making equal lengths - say 3"/4" - wide are they going to make making my own fringe any easier given i'd have to measure every strand? I have made my own fringe before using only a frame, needle and waxed thread - never again! It took forever!!!

    -Seed beads or bugle beads, which do you prefer? I like how fluid bugle beads look and the flat, reflective surfaces they have. I've yet to see fringe made from rounded seed beads although I know they do exist. Unfortunately the bead spinner is only compatable with seed beads. Is there any difference? I'd be using glass beads anyway.

    TIA!
    achbarr
         		6:55a
    Not even 7am
    Today, i will fight after work. I need to brush up on my Tournament skills, yes, I am looking forward to it.
    synecdochic
         		1:01a
    okay, so maybe they shouldn't call them rape kits, but still
    ( You are about to view content that may not be appropriate for minors. )
    Tuesday, May 13th, 2008
    bellydancing
    [ lacechenault ]
         		10:26p
    Can I get a redo?
    I finished the Zodiac Belly Dancer series last month, but I just didn’t feel right about moving on. I wasn’t happy with Virgo, didn’t think it represented the sign well, and just wasn’t satisfied. I couldn’t move on before redoing Virgo – so I did.



    You can click on the icon to see the full drawing. I hope all the Belly Dancing Virgos out there are happy with her as well. Now that she is redone, I feel I can move on to something else. Probably just whatever kind of belly dancers I feel like doing and some commissions along the way.
    myrrhdusa
         		9:10p
    Just Sayin'...
    Your Tax Rebate:

    The federal government is sending each and everyone of us a $600 rebate.

    If we spend that money at Wal-Mart, the money will go to China

    If we spend it on gasoline it will go to Saudi Arabia

    If we purchase a computer it will go to India

    If we purchase fruit and vegetables it will go to Mexico, Honduras or Guatemala

    If we purchase a good car it will go to Japan

    If we purchase useless crap it will go to Taiwan and none of it will help the American economy.

    The only way to keep that money here at home is to buy prostitutes, weed, beer, and tattoos since these are the only products still produced in the USA.
    asim
         		1:41p
    Teaching Dance at Runestone Collegium 6/28 -- come play!
    Hey folks!

    I have tentatively offered to teach my Intro to Period Raqs ("Bellydance") class at Runestone Collegium, June 28th in Winston Salem, NC. It will be the debut of the new period raqs document I've been talking about in any non-electronic public form, so if you're curious, I suggest you attend. This is especially important as I will not be teaching formally at Pennsic, this year.

    This will likely be a "light on the talk, heavy on the dance" class, but will be strongly influenced by the attendees, and their needs.  Note, please, that it looks highly likely that this class will be in the early AM, so you'll want to make sure to arrive on time.  However, there may -- may -- be space and time for "freestyle" teaching in the afternoon, including working with music and zills; more on that if plans work out.  Either way, I'll likely post this around once plans are settled.

    [ETA: If there's enough demand (comment!), I'll also bring along some of my Ottoman books, esp. the ones with images of clothing, like Ipek.  There's a class from Kisaya on Ottoman clothing and persona, and I recommend you take that as well!]

    So, who's coming to Runestone?  Who's coming to my class(es)?  *smile*
    bellydancing
    [ aethyrkitten ]
         		12:37p
    Potential newbie looking for DVDs
    Hi everyone, I'm pretty obviously new here. ^_^ And I come bearing questions!

    I've been increasingly interested in belly dancing ever since I saw some of its more alternative uses at the Labyrinth of Jareth annual masquerade ball, and now I'm interested in learning it, buuut... I'm painfully shy. Especially about physical group activities. So I'd like to try out learning from DVDs first to see if this is something I really wanna do enough to get over my fears, and then if that's the case, I'll suck it up and find a local class, since DVDs really aren't a replacement for a teacher.

    Could anyone recommend a bellydancing teaching DVD that isn't ridiculously overpriced but that's good enough for me to get an idea of my interest level from? Especially if it's the sort of belly-dancing-combined-with-other-cool-stuff that I see at the masquerade, although just plain old regular traditional bellydance is more than okay too, because obviously they had to've started with that and then branched out into blending it with other dances too. (You can go to [info]lojmasquerade or the event site or Desert Sin's site to figure out what I'm talking about if you find yourself saying "WHAT is this strange girl ON about?" Or I guess if you're in California on July 11th or 12th you can come see for yourself!)

    Thank you in advance!

    Current Mood: groggy
    Current Music: Lisa Gerrard - Space Weaver
    synecdochic
         		10:32a
    asim
         		9:42a
    Cables and Poles.
    First: Do you have Internet service through Charter?

    You really, really need to look into jumping to ADSL. Per Consumerist, you will soon receive a letter alerting you about "Charter monitoring its users' searches and the websites they visit, and inserting targeted third-party ads based on their web activity. Charter, which serves nearly six million customers, is requiring users who want to keep their activity private to submit their personal information to Charter via an unencrypted form and download a privacy cookie that must be downloaded again each time a user clears his web cache or uses a different browser."

    I recommend any way you can find to fight this, and the easiest, and best message, is to leave them altogether. There are others, and if you really want to know, read the comments at that post, and feel free to drop me a comment with questions.

    And yes, it really is that important. This is serious Big Brother action, here. It's one thing for Google et. al. to do it, as I have a choice to leave them fairly easily. But an ISP is much, much harder to leave, and thus has far less incentive to do right by the data they collect.

    But in other news, here, have some hot guys pole dancing (work-safe):



    (h/t [info]misskittiness)

    I have to confess, it makes me think about taking up pole dancing. I'd have to get way back into shape, and goodness only knows how that would go over with some...but I guess it's a little like my curiosity about doing some sort of male burlesque; it'd be cool to be that transgressive, yes?
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