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   mygaley | Jun 08, 2006 10:06pm | #1

   Try this site:  The Costumer's Manifesto http://www.costumes.org.  They have some of everything, including a warning that some of the addresses are NOT pg!  They suggest if you're going to be offended, then don't look.  I have found it very useful in sewing mardi gras costumes.  Have fun, Galey

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   Elisabeth | Jun 12, 2006 04:32am | #2

   Have you looked at Jalie patterns? http://www.jalie.com KwikSew also has some patterns that might work for you. http://www.kwiksew.com Both companies make excellent patterns. They might seem more expensive than McCalls and those but are worth every penny. Have fun at the comp.

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   mygaley | Jun 12, 2006 06:47am | #3

   Be sure and send us some pictures of your creation.  Galey

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   user-164872 | Jun 21, 2006 07:11am | #4

   Thanks ladies!  I think I'm going to have to make things up myself!  I've been taking patterns and altering them as I see fit.  But doesn't seem to be a lot for salsa or the performance types of costumes.  But, I'm still searching.  I seem to get lost in costumer's manifesto.  so many links.  I'll keep you posted!.

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   mimi | Jun 22, 2006 05:47pm | #5

   DQ:  I received an email yesterday from Simplicity and they had a dress in their Special Occassion section that might fit your search!  It was fitted through the bodice and had three skirt options:  short and ruffled, assymetrical/full and long/full.

   good luck!

   mimi

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   user-164872 | Jun 30, 2006 10:24am | #8

   Thanks!  I'll check it out!

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   aliceb | Jun 30, 2006 04:47am | #6

   Dancing Queen,
   I have links to several sites I've looked at for hints about constructing such costumes. My DD dances west coast swing where all they seem to wear are black pants--but one day she may branch out. Try: http://www.dancesportballgowns.com/sewing.html This gives directions in constructing a dress based on a leotard so the fit can be close and sultry. Although this is a ballroom gown I think the concepts would be adaptable. Seconed is http://www.lagassa.com/gowns/stepbystep.html describes constructing her gown is vivid detail.and finally.... http://www.lagassa.com/gowns/Good luck with your project,
   Alice

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   user-164872 | Jun 30, 2006 10:23am | #7

   Wow - those are amazing links!  Just like what I'm looking for.  Thank you... I have lots of reading to do now. :) Yippie!