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Volume Fashion Trend, Summer 2008
Full, flowing and feminine is the way to do skirts this season. Bouncy dirndl skirts teamed with billowing tops, wide belts and cropped jackets. Enter the volume trend.
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Skirting the Issue
Sure, a full skirt is pretty, but how do you keep it from getting caught in the car door?
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Romantic Summer Fashion Trend 2008
Elegant silhouettes, lace, delicate fabrics, full skirts, nude shoes, corsetry & muted shades create a dainty, come-hither look that's one part lady, one part bombshell.
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Best Bridesmaid Dresses
Find out how to dress the bridesmaids to suit their individual colouring, style and shape, from blondes to darkskinned beauties, while keeping the theme constant.
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Haitian Travel Tips
Travelers to the western hemisphere's poorest country need to know something about how to travel in Haiti and local customs.
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Have You Got the Notions?
Be sure that you do get the notions listed on the back of the pattern before leaving the store. Some common notions and tips on buying them are revealed.
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Striped Blackberry Stitch
An old favorite is spiced up with a selection of fruity and cultural colors.
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Fashions of the 1830s
Full-color illustrations of the fashions of the 1830s. The styles of the era were flamboyant and dramatic.
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Lace Angels
Making easy Victorian Lace Angels.

The Non Poofy Wedding Veil
Sleek, chic, non-poofy veils are still a strong trend heading into 2009. To find a veil with the least amount of fluff and foof, consider each of these elements.
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Two Headed American Storytelling (Part I of II)
While browsing through eBay recently, I was astounded to see one doll at the epicenter of a bidding frenzy that had risen beyond the $1500 dollar mark. As someone who used to shave, paint, and otherwise defile her own childhood dolls, I was somewhat mystified at the excitement surrounding this plaything. I sensed somehow that a doll was not just a doll, but carried some deeper significance. There was a lot of money riding on this, after all.
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Alexander McQueen Opens Online Store
US residents get the chance to shop Alexander McQueen's new fall collection online, with the launch of his new E-commerce site.
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Buying Beautiful Bridal Shoes
Ivory wedding shoes or silver stiletto sandals? Flip flops or white wedges? The choice is huge, so follow some tips on choosing the best bridal shoes for the wedding day.
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German Oktoberfest More Than a Beer Festival
Oktoberfest has been celebrated in Munich, Germany since 1810, when a Royal Wedding became an annual event. Cities across American emulate the popular beer festival.
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How to Wear the Maxi Dress
If there is one key item to add to your wardrobe this season it is the full-length dress. Versatile and trendy, find one to suit your shape.
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Quick Easter Gifts
Here are some quick easter gifts to make for giving -- a fun stuffed bunny and fashion doll clothes.
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The Porter-Phelps-Huntington House
The Porter-Phelps-Huntington mansion, built in 1752, reports numerous paranormal experiences. Some say the original owner still walks within the walls of her home.
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Traveling Within Haiti
Haitian public transportation, including busses, taptaps, and taxis, can be quite an adventure, but gives a glimpse of everyday Haitian life.
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Unique Wedding Headpiece Designs
The history of a veiled bride goes back hundreds of years. Contemporary brides have many custom options for modern spins on an old classic.
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Women's Summer Fashion Trends 2008
Summer fashions take you on a magical trip with trends like Tribal and Romantic, and the fabulous '50s, transporting you from angel to African queen to Hollywood pin-up.
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My Father's Fiddle
A short story about my father, his fiddle, and living during the depression era.
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Patterns for Homespun Yarns
Here are some quick easy patterns for homespun yarn I've developed. Included are a sea serpent toy, barbie dresses, and a cloche hat.
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Renaissance Fashion
Renaissance women's clothing is defined by regions and time periods. The historical costumes of Western Europe during the Renaissance are beautiful and richly detailed.
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Wollstonecraft's Birth of Cunning
Commentary on Mary Wollstonecraft's essay, Vindication on the Rights of Woman, exploring how male dominance causes womanly behaviors that men have grown to despise.
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Costuming A Belly Dancing Troupe
Many belly dance groups use some sort of troupe costuming to pull together a unified look. Here are some thoughts on how to design costumes for troupe use.
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Dress Styles for Your Body Shape
Do you know your trapeze dress from your baby doll? Your mini from your maxi? With so many dress styles to choose from this season, find one that flatters your body type!
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Costumes for SCA and Renaissance Faires
Here are some costuming recommendations for historical re-enactment events such as Renaissance Faires and Society for Creative Anachronism.
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Equitant Oncidiums or Tolumnia
Equitant/Tolumnia orchids has flowers that look like little ladies with the big full skirts just like the Oncidiums only these little jewels are perfect for tiny places.
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Scenes From Turkey: Whirling Dervishes
Part of the Scenes From Turkey series, this article describes the Turkish tradition of whirling dervishes and includes photographs taken at a sema (whirling ceremony) in Turkey.
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Fabulous Full Figures, Part 2: Leyla Lanty
Part 2 of a series of articles featuring costuming inspirations for full-figured belly dancers. This edition showcases Leyla Lanty from the San Francisco area wearing costumes she acquired in Egypt.
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