Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Picturing America - March Winner
This month, we had some great responses to two great works of art - Dorthea Lange's "Migrant Mother" photograph and Thomas Hart Benton's "The Sources of Country Music" painting.
For "Migrant Mother" we asked:
Dorthea Lange took this picture during her month-long trip documenting the poor living conditions of migratory farm labor for a government agency. Why do you think the agency wanted
Sunday, March 28, 2010
What does A Hanh Barbie mean?
I haven't done a "real" entry in a longggg time, so I thought it was nice to write about something that I have been questioned a lot about.
So, what does A Hanh Barbie mean?
A - singular form
Hanh - my name
Barbie- a stereo typic doll of the "perfect" woman
You may ask, why would you want this name?
My thought when I first came up with this name was to break the stereotype. I didn't want my name to come off as a mold or an extremely girly girl who is super materialistic. But instead my name is meant to be someone who is their own person. An individual who is beautiful in their own way and not apart of the typical mold that society tries to make women in to.
I am my own barbie. I can be beautiful in my own way. I am not blonde, tall, or domesticated. I am strong. I am unique in my own way. I am true to myself. I am far from perfect. And you don't need to be in order to be beautiful. Beauty comes in all shapes, forms, and colors.
I hope that after reading this you realize what if you haven't already. You are the most beautiful when you are yourself.
Take Care,
Hanh
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Thursday, March 25, 2010
Small Lingerie Haul
"My budget"..
I kinda had a limit on how much everything is. I decided to buy bras around 20 bucks (and under 30) which i think is reasonable, since this stuff is suppose to be "discount" anyways I didn't want to get something that costed a fortune . And i didnt want to spend too much on underwear so 12 bucks and below was ok. I didn't get alot because some of the bras looked weird or wasn't my size. I am usually a 34 A (at VS) but i am not familiar with this brand so i stuck with the 32A.
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
FEMINA MISS INDIA 2010 NEW CROWN & FINALIST GIRLS
FOR MORE PIC'S FROM THIS EVENT CHECKOUT THESE 2 LINKS BELOW
http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/hindi/gallery/events/21508.html
http://www.keralapals.com/2010-pantaloon-femina-miss-india-2010-unveils-finalists/
FEMINA MISS INDIA 2010 NEW CROWN & FINALIST GIRLS
FOR MORE PIC'S FROM THIS EVENT CHECKOUT THESE 2 LINKS BELOW
http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/hindi/gallery/events/21508.html
http://www.keralapals.com/2010-pantaloon-femina-miss-india-2010-unveils-finalists/
Monday, March 22, 2010
High End Replica Tricorder from EFX
With the demise of Master Replicas (It was bought by Corgi and then faded into the sunset), EFX has taken up the banner of high end replica props. Barry and Bryan, the two founders are industry vets, and EFX has secured a number of licenses, Star Wars, Disney, and Star Trek. An avid Star Trek Prop, Costume & Auction Blog reader recently wrote a review of the new TNG era Mark IX Tricorder which I am happy to print, as EFX items are top quality, and worthy additions to a prop collectors collection.
EFX Mark IX Tricorder
The Mark 1X Tricorder, as sold on the Entertainment Earth web site,. is a copy of the tricorder used by LT. Cmdr. Data in Star Trek First Contact. The casing of the tricorder is cast metal with a plastic battery door that attaches to the tricorder with four screws - the same as the original prop. The tricorder comes with all of the bells and whistles you would normally get in a high quality replica including a prop stand and a numbered plaque. It is loaded with LEDs and has the original science tricorder scanning sound - all of which engage when the tricorder trip switch is thrown by opening the door/flap of the tricorder. The only sound issue that I see is with the opening of the tricorder. The ratchet sound is a fabricated electronically rather than having it built into the door itself. This slightly takes away from the overall aesthetic affect of the prop.
Being made out of metal, the tricorder is very heavy, perhaps too much so for any real prop enthusiast to enjoy playing with because you feel like you're going to drop it when you pick it up and you wonder whether it will fall off the custom stand. But rest assured, it is very secure. If you already own the Master Replicas First Contact Phaser, then this is a good sister prop to add to your collection because both are made out of metal and both display similarly on their custom stands.
Overall, it's worth the $349.00 U.S. (compared to the $249 that EFX Collectibles had it posted on their web site for) that Entertainment Earth charges considering the Roddenberry.com props go for more than double this and when you add in that this is limited to 684 pieces and comes with Brent Spiner's signature, you can't go wrong. I don't doubt that these units will triple in price on Ebay within six months of initial delivery so if you have the $349.00 to spend, get it now.
Rob Ball
EFX Collectibles Web Site
http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=EFX02090001
Sunday, March 21, 2010
Photos of my Regency pelisse and gown
We had our Celebration of the Engagement of the Dashwood sisters today and had some wonderful locations for photographs, especially on board the Star of India, and the HMS Surprise, which was used in the filming of "Master & Commander". I think the color of my red pelisse really made me stand out in a crowd, and I got a lot of compliments on my turban. In fact, I've been asked to teach a class on it for our costume guild.
Friday, March 19, 2010
Get Ready To Make Some Noise!
In celebration of National Library Week, we'll be hosting a Teen Wii Rock Band Tournament on Saturday, April 17 from 2 - 4:30 in the Meeting Room.
7th - 12th graders, come with some band members, or we'll form bands that day with those that attend.
Door prizes include AMC movie tickets, Twilight Saga books and other YA books!
Special honors will go to Best Singer, Best Drummer, Best Guitarist,
7th - 12th graders, come with some band members, or we'll form bands that day with those that attend.
Door prizes include AMC movie tickets, Twilight Saga books and other YA books!
Special honors will go to Best Singer, Best Drummer, Best Guitarist,
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Klingon Mask for sale on Hollywood History
Many of you know I am good friends with Dana Hammontree, who just recently started a prop business with Wes Cannon, another well known prop collector. Their company is Hollywood History and you should check it out regularly if you are a Star Trek fan. I recently bought a set of Tellarite pistols from them and I give Dana high marks for his service.
Dana is as connected as any dealer in the Star Trek prop and costume market (I met Dana waiting in line to get into the Christie's Star Trek auction in 2006) and so he tends to have good Star Trek items for sale. One such item is a Klingon Mask from Star Trek VI he just listed.
If you don't have one of these, I highly suggest getting this. It is listed at only $ 899. I think that is a great price for a real mask used on Star Trek and it comes with an IAW COA, so you know it is the real thing.
Good hunting!
Alec
Dana is as connected as any dealer in the Star Trek prop and costume market (I met Dana waiting in line to get into the Christie's Star Trek auction in 2006) and so he tends to have good Star Trek items for sale. One such item is a Klingon Mask from Star Trek VI he just listed.
If you don't have one of these, I highly suggest getting this. It is listed at only $ 899. I think that is a great price for a real mask used on Star Trek and it comes with an IAW COA, so you know it is the real thing.
Good hunting!
Alec
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
The Propworx Star Trek auction details
Well, a few more details on the Propworx Star Trek auction.
First, we are working with CBS on this auction and will be auctioning the assets of the Star Trek Experience as we have mentioned. While it looks like CBS is bringing the Experience back, the assets from the Hilton Experience will not be used (with the exception of some of the "museum" pieces). So we will have some great pieces from that awesome ride.
Next, we are moving the auction to August and will hold the event at the Creation Las Vegas Star Trek Convention. Gary Berman has been good to the Star Trek Prop, Costume & Auction Forum in the past, hosting a display booth twice and now Gary has rolled out the red carpet for us. This will be a big boost for both our auction, which will benefit from a large installed base, and Creation's convention, which will get a whole new exhibit and experience for fans.
Finally, if you have any good Star Trek items you are interested in selling, please drop me an email at alec@propworx.com. We are still taking consignments.
First, we are working with CBS on this auction and will be auctioning the assets of the Star Trek Experience as we have mentioned. While it looks like CBS is bringing the Experience back, the assets from the Hilton Experience will not be used (with the exception of some of the "museum" pieces). So we will have some great pieces from that awesome ride.
Next, we are moving the auction to August and will hold the event at the Creation Las Vegas Star Trek Convention. Gary Berman has been good to the Star Trek Prop, Costume & Auction Forum in the past, hosting a display booth twice and now Gary has rolled out the red carpet for us. This will be a big boost for both our auction, which will benefit from a large installed base, and Creation's convention, which will get a whole new exhibit and experience for fans.
Finally, if you have any good Star Trek items you are interested in selling, please drop me an email at alec@propworx.com. We are still taking consignments.
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Monday, March 15, 2010
Red Regency pelisse and gown
Started Jan 2010,finished Mar 2010.
With the pressure of an upcoming Regency event in March and nothing to wear, I drew on some previously fitted patterns from LaMode Bagatelle for my gown.
I already had a partially sewn bodiced petticoat from this pattern and finished that, adding a double rows of ruffles to the hem. By tightening the ribbons in the back at the neckline and bustline, I was able to get a nice tight lift to my bust. The drawback is no corseting the midriff so you have to suck that in yourself. I have a proper set of Regency stays but I’m going to be on my own putting this on, so I needed something that I might be able to get in and out of myself, even if only part way.
For the gown I had a sheer white cotton striped voile purchased in the Garment District. For the pelisse, I found a red striped polyester at JoAnn’s that looked like linen and was lightweight.
When I started on the gown I decided to reuse the pattern for the bodiced petticoat, and added 2 inches to the bodice neckline to raise it above the petticoat's neckline. I also used ribbons in a drawstring along the neckline and bustline to close it in the back. I wanted quarter length sleeves on it, so I used a sleeve from one of the other pattern views. I’ve considered adding some crocheted lace along the neckline but later decided to leave it plain. I used a blind hem stitch on my sewing machine for both the hem and the sleeve hems. I’m only able to minimally adjust the bustline on my dressform so it doesn’t exactly look right in the photos.
For the pelisse, I again used a pattern I’d had success with in the past, Butterick 4890. I used the same sleeve from the white gown for the pelisse.
It went together very quickly. I only lined with top with a white cotton, which later I realized red might have been better but it worked. The white shows a little where it closes in the front but it’s not bad. I sewed the bodice and lining right sides together, and left it open at the bottom and armholes to turn it right side out. This pattern doesn’t actually close in the front under the bustline like I wanted so I added an extension. But if I do it again, I’ll make the extension wider. This is just shown over my chemise on my dressform.
The back looks really pretty but it has modern darts in it, not the curved ones true Regency patterns have. But for this short time I have, this one will suffice and it looks really nice.
I marked the hem about 10 inches shorter than my gown, according to some photos I saw, and again used a blind hem stitch on the hem but hand tacked along the front edges of the robe. I used two sets of hooks and bars on the overlap to close it. This is pulled tightly to “lock and load” the bust.
Since I’m planning on dressing as a well-to-do lady, I decided I didn’t want the pelisse to be too plain so I covered two large buttons and sewed them on each side of the front overlap.
Here you can also see the turban with it, as shown in my previous post. Since it’s predicted to be only 65degrees that day, and along the waterfront in San Diego, I pulled out my large, dark fake fur muff to go with it. It’s got lots of room inside to hide my camera too.
Stay tuned for photos of this after Sunday.
With the pressure of an upcoming Regency event in March and nothing to wear, I drew on some previously fitted patterns from LaMode Bagatelle for my gown.
I already had a partially sewn bodiced petticoat from this pattern and finished that, adding a double rows of ruffles to the hem. By tightening the ribbons in the back at the neckline and bustline, I was able to get a nice tight lift to my bust. The drawback is no corseting the midriff so you have to suck that in yourself. I have a proper set of Regency stays but I’m going to be on my own putting this on, so I needed something that I might be able to get in and out of myself, even if only part way.
For the gown I had a sheer white cotton striped voile purchased in the Garment District. For the pelisse, I found a red striped polyester at JoAnn’s that looked like linen and was lightweight.
When I started on the gown I decided to reuse the pattern for the bodiced petticoat, and added 2 inches to the bodice neckline to raise it above the petticoat's neckline. I also used ribbons in a drawstring along the neckline and bustline to close it in the back. I wanted quarter length sleeves on it, so I used a sleeve from one of the other pattern views. I’ve considered adding some crocheted lace along the neckline but later decided to leave it plain. I used a blind hem stitch on my sewing machine for both the hem and the sleeve hems. I’m only able to minimally adjust the bustline on my dressform so it doesn’t exactly look right in the photos.
For the pelisse, I again used a pattern I’d had success with in the past, Butterick 4890. I used the same sleeve from the white gown for the pelisse.
It went together very quickly. I only lined with top with a white cotton, which later I realized red might have been better but it worked. The white shows a little where it closes in the front but it’s not bad. I sewed the bodice and lining right sides together, and left it open at the bottom and armholes to turn it right side out. This pattern doesn’t actually close in the front under the bustline like I wanted so I added an extension. But if I do it again, I’ll make the extension wider. This is just shown over my chemise on my dressform.
The back looks really pretty but it has modern darts in it, not the curved ones true Regency patterns have. But for this short time I have, this one will suffice and it looks really nice.
I marked the hem about 10 inches shorter than my gown, according to some photos I saw, and again used a blind hem stitch on the hem but hand tacked along the front edges of the robe. I used two sets of hooks and bars on the overlap to close it. This is pulled tightly to “lock and load” the bust.
Since I’m planning on dressing as a well-to-do lady, I decided I didn’t want the pelisse to be too plain so I covered two large buttons and sewed them on each side of the front overlap.
Here you can also see the turban with it, as shown in my previous post. Since it’s predicted to be only 65degrees that day, and along the waterfront in San Diego, I pulled out my large, dark fake fur muff to go with it. It’s got lots of room inside to hide my camera too.
Stay tuned for photos of this after Sunday.
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THREE OF THEM LOOKS SO BEAUTIFUL VERY GR8 SET OF WINNERS THIS YEAR
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