Madame X (pt. 1)
This is a project that has been bopping around my noggin for a few years, and I never really did anything with it beyond think wouldn't...
Elizabethan Effigy Bodies (A Tale of Rabbit Trailing)
Rabbit Trailing verb The act of bouncing from one topic to the next, abandoning the previous topic to pursue the next in a meandering...
Margaret's Red Cupcake Dress (Part 2)
I spent the last two days of free time determined to finish the bodice for this dress. It's now a 100% wearable garment! I spent the last...
A Red Velvet Cupcake for Margaret (Part 1)
Ahhh yes, it's that time of year again. Late summer in Los Angeles means that Faire Season is just passed, and we're moving on to more...
Dolores Cosplay
I just wanted to add a little photo gallery and some background information on this costume that we got to shoot while out in Big Bear...
18th C Mauve Silk Gown Sew Along
This project was long, and there were lots of parts to it. There will be more blog posts dedicated to the undergarments, shoes, and hair...
Spike Spiegel Jacket
This week’s project: Cowboy Beebop's Spike Spiegel The now-owner of this jacket is the perfect person to cosplay Spike: Tall, lanky,...
Plaid Corset Sew Along
This piece was a birthday gift for a lovely friend of mine. It’s an underbust with a whole lot of hip pop since she’s got a body like a...
Halloween, Part 2: Beauty Tips from the Blood Countess
Ok, so I am really excited about doing this blog. I love Elizabeth Bathory, she’s one of [yes, one of. I’ve got unique hobbies, ok?] my...
Halloween, Part 1: in which we explore bloody Eastern European royals
Oh my god, it’s not even October and I’m already getting super excited for Halloween. I have so many things happening all around me that...