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Re: Got Questions? Find Answers! (The Costume Version)

PostPosted: Feb 07, 2010 11:40 am
by High Queen of Narnia
Also, does anyone know where I can find fabric with a pattern like susan's purple dress? And how do I dye fabric to the color I want?

Re: Got Questions? Find Answers! (The Costume Version)

PostPosted: Feb 13, 2010 1:14 pm
by QueenSusanJ316
When I found the fabric for that costume. I found a similar striped cotton at Wal-Mart, I also have seen some similar fabric at Joanne's. Hope this helps. :)

Re: Got Questions? Find Answers! (The Costume Version)

PostPosted: Feb 23, 2010 4:21 pm
by QueenSusanJ316
I was just at Joanne fabrics yesterday, and saw some great fabric for the purple dress. Has anyone seen fabric with a similar print to Susan's LWW coronation dress?

Re: Got Questions? Find Answers! (The Costume Version)

PostPosted: Mar 04, 2010 8:22 pm
by tenthofthatname
I've seen striped fabric like Susan's purple dress as both a cotton and a linen, also at JoAnn's and at Michael Levine.

For Susan's LWW coronation dress...I've seen fabric like that in the upholstery/drapery section. It's a close weave and color match, but it might be a little heavy for a dress.

I would really love it if someone could tell me the name of the leaf pattern on Caspian's Farewell tunic. I keep thinking they're like repeated gingko leaves but I feel like I'm very wrong and there's another formal name for it.

Re: Got Questions? Find Answers! (The Costume Version)

PostPosted: May 05, 2010 7:03 am
by titanmyx
I made Susan's green archery costume for my 8 yr old kid. You may check out the photos at ;) http://eagleindisguise.blogspot.com :) Wish I could make another blog on how to do it but it's already done and I don't have in-the-making photos. But feel free to ask me if you have any questions.

By the way, the fabric I used on the green dress is called Peach Twill. The inner white garment I just sew along the shoulders, not really separate so that it won't be lose it's place when worn.

This is just for a kid's Halloween party, not the exact replica, but I managed to copy and embroidered the chest part. Hope it's helpful to you...

Re: Got Questions? Find Answers! (The Costume Version)

PostPosted: Jun 08, 2010 12:21 pm
by violetfirekrazed
Hi, I'm HOPEFULLY going to be making a "Lasaraleen" costume. It's going to be taken off of simplicity pattern 5359. It's the one with the skirt and pants and happens to be the biggest picture on said pattern.

Could you guys tell me what you think, and if any of you have made it before, give me some tips?

~VFK~

Re: Got Questions? Find Answers! (The Costume Version)

PostPosted: Jun 09, 2010 9:55 am
by Lady Éowyn
I haven't made that pattern before, so I can't offer anything specific, but it looks like the ideal choice for the Calormene look!

You might check out the reviews and images posted by people who've made this over at PatternReview. The pattern gets high ratings, they say it's easy for beginners, and a few of the individual reviews have tips. You have to register to read reviews that are older than six months, but it's free. :)

Re: Got Questions? Find Answers! (The Costume Version)

PostPosted: Jun 09, 2010 10:04 am
by violetfirekrazed
Thanks! I'll DEFINITELY look into that :D

~VFK~

Re: Got Questions? Find Answers! (The Costume Version)

PostPosted: Jul 21, 2010 8:46 pm
by muchosarah
their costumes was fantastic.. when i watch the movie i really like thier wardrobes plus their make ups and also the effect.. KUDOS..




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Re: Got Questions? Find Answers! (The Costume Version)

PostPosted: Jul 22, 2010 8:49 am
by De_De
Does anyone know where I can get sewing patterns for Susan's red battle dress? I want to sew one like it, but can't seem to find the patterns anywhere. Any help will be appriciated :)

Re: Got Questions? Find Answers! (The Costume Version)

PostPosted: Jul 23, 2010 1:16 pm
by Aslans-mane
If you go to www.fabric.com you can get a ton of cool fabric for like 3 dollors a yard. Maybe less! ;)

Re: Got Questions? Find Answers! (The Costume Version)

PostPosted: Aug 09, 2010 5:51 am
by RoseRed
violetfirekrazed- that lasaraleen costume sounds like a great idea, good luck and be sure to post some pictures when you're done! :D

Re: Got Questions? Find Answers! (The Costume Version)

PostPosted: Aug 09, 2010 8:03 am
by violetfirekrazed
Will Do!!! :D

~VFK~

Re: Got Questions? Find Answers! (The Costume Version)

PostPosted: Aug 26, 2010 6:21 pm
by checkers
Hey. :) I was wondering if anyone knows of a good pattern for Susan's cloak from LWW. I've been looking, but I can't seem to find one without a hood. Thanks for any help! :D

Re: Got Questions? Find Answers! (The Costume Version)

PostPosted: Aug 26, 2010 6:32 pm
by Meltintalle
Hey, checkers. :) I would recommend reading The Wardrobe Door's cloak study and then using this and this to figure out how to cut your fabric. Circles are easy!

Re: Got Questions? Find Answers! (The Costume Version)

PostPosted: Aug 26, 2010 6:36 pm
by checkers
Thanks, Meltintalle! I looked at the Wardrobe Door earlier, and that leads me to another question: Where can I get the trim? I looked at all the trims on the website that it linked me to, and I can't find one similar. :(