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So, ABCs, how long until the hubby is posting vids too?!??I have a vid of him trying out the Flagpole but he doesn’t want it on the web. Once he gets more confident in his moves I am going to post something… Even if I have to do some sneeky camera work.

That reminds me DopeShoes82 on YouTube posted a vid of her hubby pole dancing and he had some moves. Check him out!

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Yay!!! That is awesome. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_bounce.gif

My hubby has converted too. Yesterday he said that instead of going to the gym he is going to pole with me. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_lol.gif And my hubby was against it at first but he said that was because he thought I was going to invest all this money in the pole and DVDs and quit after a month. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_rolleyes.gif

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Welcome to the group! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif

Thanks for your message on YouTube. Ich spreche ein wenig Deutsch. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_confused.gif Ich spreche Englisch und Polnisch.

I had to put your message in a translator because I couldn’t understand it. I’m in Mannheim so we aren’t that close to each other. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cry.gif Maybe one day we can meet up and have a pole jam.

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Are we talking corsets???? …………………
YESSSSSSSS!!!! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_bounce.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_viking.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_thumleft.gif
Hahaha, got a little excited over here. You know you might regret asking me for help because I give too much. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_geek.gif

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Lengths
There is a wide range of lengths for corsets. Anything from short to long to extreme.

You can make an underbust cincher that almost looks like a belt.
http://www.laracorsets.com/images/Corsets_by_LaraCorsets/2003_Jill_ribbon_corset_a.jpg

Or you can have a corset that just covers up to the top of the hips.
http://www.comparestoreprices.co.uk/images/17/17237-vollers-v1918u-short-underbust-corset.jpg

Or just below the hip line.
http://corsetdesign.com/shop/images/pointed-underbust-0.jpg

Or all the way down to upper thighs.
http://www.vollers-corsets.com/static/images/productimage-picture-underbust-corset-v1891up-169.jpg

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Edges
Think about the look you are going for. Do you want the top to have a straight edge or an upside-down "V" that sort of comes in between your boobs? And what sort of edge will the bottom have? You can make it almost totally straight or it can also point to a V or it can be rounded. Are you going to add lace or other embelishments?

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Materials
What materials you use will depend on what your corset will be used for. Are we talking about tight-lacing and training? Or will your corset be worn a couple times a year?
For day-to-day wear you will need something sturdy and several layers to make a good base. Even for costume corsets I recommend at least two layers or three layers (two for the base and one as the "nice" top fabric.) I have seen corsets made of all kinds of materials so that is totally up to you. What I will absolutely stress upon is the boning. Do not settle for plastic because it has a tendency to "melt", get out of shape, and isn’t very supportive (even for smaller frames). Spring steel is always best and there are several good on-line stores that sell them with a special protective coating so that they don’t rust and ruin your corset from the inside-out.

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Experience, Patterns, Etc.
I have seen plenty of beginners make very nice corsets. I think it all depends on your patience and willingness to learn-as-you-go. I have a costume group on MySpace and I have several professional corset makers ask questions about corset-making! It isn’t the easiest thing to do and I avoid making a new corset if I have to. hahaha. I don’t want to turn you away from making your own corset but expect some sweat and tears… and sometimes blood. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_lol.gif

I think a really good pattern helps too. If you find a pattern you like but it only has one size and you have to resize it… avoid that pattern. Sorry, resizing and drafting your own patterns is best left to those who know how.

When you find a good pattern and they have your size, remember that every BODY is different. Every costumer/sewer will make a mock-up of a pattern. Basically you cut out the fabric according to the pattern, quickly stitch it together, and throw it on. Then they can see if something needs to be taken in or let out. Once you have a good mock-up you can cut out your nice fabric. Do not make the mistake of just jumping in and cutting into your nice silk or brocade without knowing that the pattern fits!

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OK, those are my basic pointers. Hahaha! I can go on forever and ever and ever and ever….. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_razz.gif

I’m just going to give you a bunch of links now.

General Resources
The Costumer’s Manifesto Awesome all-around costume website – sometimes their links are old
Your library – you would be surprised how many costume books can be found at your local library. And if your library doesn’t have a copy then I’m sure they can order a book from another one. Unfortunately the books can just give you info and pictures, some books might have patterns but they aren’t always scaled right.
Historical Costume Lovers My costume group on MySpace… had to give a shout-out, yo. hahaha

Patterns
Pattern Reviews Not sure which pattern to buy and which to skip? Check this out.
Truly Victorian They only have a few corset patterns but I love their catalog. They make high-quality, really authentic patterns. (They also have some supplies).
Laughing Moon From what I hear from other people this is a good company. (They also have some supplies).

Corset Supplies
Farthingale’s They have a store on Canada and one in LA. Choose the LA one if you live in the States. This is my favorite corset supply store, their prices are good and they also have some corset patterns for sale.

Galleries
Lara Corsets Some extant corsets for some inspiration

I hope all this helps! Message me if you need more info!

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I hope you get an X-Pole!!!! *crossing fingers* If the hubs needs any more convincing tell him:
1) If you ever move you won’t have to worry about fixing the damage from screws. Fixing holes and patching up the ceiling can be costly. The X-Pole might be more expensive at first but it is cheaper in the long run. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif
2) With a removable pole you can take your pole with you to a friend’s house for a party or something.
3) You can take it down when guests come over. (I’m not ashamed of my pole but I know some guests might blush a bit.) https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_redface.gif
I think there are so many pro’s to owning a removable pole. I hope you get one.

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I already posted a comment on YT but I’ll say it here… CONGRATS!
https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_bounce.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_sunny.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_pirat.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif

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Welcome to the group. I’m sure you will be back in the swing of things. It took almost a month for my pole to get to my APO address but then again I ordered all the way from Cali.

Where abouts in DE are you guys? I’m in Mannheim and I need a poling buddy. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_salut.gif

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MarkStarr??? Never heard of them. I tried Googling them and it is like it doesn’t exist. Even went to MarkStar.com (another website said that was the name and it is like some private website) and MarkStarr.com (with two R’s is a hypnotist’s website). If you can’t research it I would be really weary. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_confused.gif Where do you buy these poles? Who makes them?

If they are anything like the Peek-A-Boo or Carmen Elektra pole, don’t buy it.

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Oh it wasn’t you? Sorry to get you mixed up with someone else! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_redface.gif Well someone posted it before… hahaha!

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I take:
– regular multi-vitamin (even though I heard they only take care of basic stuff and the rest you pee out),
– L-lysine (it is a type of collagen that your body can’t produce naturally so your skin is younger looking, great for strong nails and hair), and
– flaxseed oil or oil pills (you need lots of healthy fats and flaxseed offers both Omega 3 & 6 which are great for skin, your organs… and I have even read that good cold-compressed flaxseed oil is good for the brain and memory).

Those are my basic three but sometimes I get Selenium (it is supposed to be a great anti-oxidant), Milk Thistle, Evening Rose, and a few others.

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what cool videos!!!! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_smile.gif thank you so much for posting these!I only realized later that you had already posted that vid of the Chinese pole act. ^_^

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I was like, "Yes, yes, yes, YES, yes, OH YEAH THAT ONE!" hahahaha

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…you didn’t take your dogs out for a walk because you were pole dancing.
(I’m guilty of this one https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_confused.gif )
OR
…you can’t take your dogs out because you are too tired from pole dancing.

Of course my contribution has to be dod related. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_razz.gif

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That is cool though… someone to share poling with.

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Awww… I miss all my fun, crazy, artsy friends back in the States… my new friends are great too but in a different way. I really don’t want that to sound negative but it is what it is.

And I didn’t realize where I named this post that there is actually a move called the HOLLY drop? I just meant, HOLY Crap… look at that suicide DROP in the first vid.