"Oh yes, he tactfully spared us those rooms. No bloodletting on the tour. The pool will be good during the summer (oh wait--we're in B-space, there are no seasons!!!) but Wolfgang wanted to fill it with jello for midget wrestling.…"
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Has anyone formally studied costume design?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Lorelei Throckmorton May 16, 2012. 12 Replies 0 Likes
Hello all...just wondering if anyone out there in the vast world of steampunk has formally studied costume design at an institution of higher learning? I know that there are tons of on the fly type…Continue
The Art of Letter Writing...
Started this discussion. Last reply by The Contessa of Vintage Feb 5. 52 Replies 1 Like
Greetings all...I am curious. In this terribly modern age of emails, text messages, etc...is there anyone out there who still practices the old fashioned art of actual letter writing? I belong to a…Continue
Have a good name for a 19th century gambling hall?
Started May 11, 2011 0 Replies 1 Like
Hi everybody, I am writing a story (well, about 250 pages when all is said and done) and I need to think of a name for a fictional gambling hall in London around 1880. Any suggestions? By the way,…Continue
Chicago Museum jaunt
Started Mar 18, 2011 0 Replies 0 Likes
Is anyone out there attending the Museum of Science and Industry outing in Chicago next Saturday the 26th? Where is everyone meeting?
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The Contessa of Vintage replied to James Murray's discussion The Accepted Cog Saloon"Also...only the other week James gave Wolfgang and I the official tour. I mean, I had no idea that there was a big-top room with trapeze and cannon, plus a room with a piano playing zombie (although something must have happened to him, he is no…"
The Contessa of Vintage replied to James Murray's discussion The Accepted Cog Saloon"Ah...you gotta love those kinds of happenings. Honestly, they are a nightmare when it is happening but it's a good story later on. I have never been married though....so I have no mother-in-law tales to tell. "
The Contessa of Vintage replied to James Murray's discussion The Accepted Cog Saloon"*the ears of those in the Cog Saloon prick up at the mention of the words 'horror story.' Everyone turns to listen with rapt attention*
Please do tell us the story of the meatball incident...."
The Contessa of Vintage replied to James Murray's discussion The Accepted Cog Saloon"Ooh la la... I have never made complicated rice ever. Mind if I ask what makes it complicated, generally speaking?"
The Contessa of Vintage replied to James Murray's discussion The Accepted Cog Saloon"No problem...thanks in advance for agreeing to send them! Much appreciated love...."
The Contessa of Vintage replied to James Murray's discussion The Accepted Cog Saloon"Would you mind terribly, emailing the two to me? Might be nice to make in RL...they really look so good!"
The Contessa of Vintage replied to Prof. Sebastian Fate's discussion Fop, Dandy or just like dressing up ?"Trousers edged in purple---that sounds fantastic!!!!!!"
The Contessa of Vintage replied to James Murray's discussion The Accepted Cog Saloon"YUM-MY!!!!
BTW...do you have actual recipes for these darling Shahbanoo?"
The Contessa of Vintage replied to James Murray's discussion The Accepted Cog Saloon"Silk...with the horse---oh heavens no! I don't have a photo but it's just a billowing pantaloon type trousers, and comfortable bodice. I leave the wool for when the weather turns. We shall see where the caravan takes me by then…"
The Contessa of Vintage replied to James Murray's discussion The Accepted Cog Saloon"*Contessa's eyes widen at the delicacies presented before her*
Well then...my original plan was to sit inside the caravan and use the single burner to warm up some leftover fish and chips. While I truly love them...can't beat a good fish…"
The Contessa of Vintage replied to James Murray's discussion The Accepted Cog Saloon"*takes napkin and attempts to remove raspberry stain from French cuff on right wrist*
Thanks Shahbanoo...I really need to refrain from wearing the nice bodices when playing at caravan driver. The clothing I picked up during my time in the…"
The Contessa of Vintage replied to James Murray's discussion The Accepted Cog Saloon"Ooh...some manoushe for me as well please? I am famished! *grabs table near the bar*
It's been such a lovely day out on the caravan...here...**hands over a bag full of fresh vegetables and fruit** ...bought these at a roadside stand…"
The Contessa of Vintage replied to James Murray's discussion The Accepted Cog Saloon"*Enters saloon and takes a table near the refurbished window. Removes several objects from kit bag: pince nez, rose hued stationery and quill pen, and folded missive. Orders chilled mimosa from the back, and settles in to…"
The Contessa of Vintage replied to James Murray's discussion The Accepted Cog Saloon"I meant to ask yesterday what you meant on this. Do you mean a separate piece of a crinoline petticoat--a strip of it or something? Or that you sew the bottom edge of the full crinoline petticoat to it?"
The Contessa of Vintage replied to James Murray's discussion The Accepted Cog Saloon"Why thank you Professor---the dress was actually meant to be an homage to the 1950's cocktail dress. "
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- At 11:53am on May 08, 2013, mlle.deedee gauzot... gave The Contessa of Vintage a gift…
- At 11:52am on May 8, 2013, mlle.deedee gauzot... said…
Bonjour ! The Contessa Of Vintage...
merci, for requesting my friendship...
mlle.deedee gauzot
- At 12:01am on May 03, 2013, Madame Pâte à Glacer gave The Contessa of Vintage a gift…
- At 10:32am on April 28, 2013,
D. Niles, Esq. said… Contessa,
You have some very nice images posted. I do not know if you go to Shorpy, if not you may enjoy the images they offer.
Your Humble Servant.
D.Niles, Esq.
- At 3:23pm on April 18, 2013,
D. A. Metrov said… I'm adding new lessons all the time. :)
- At 3:17pm on April 18, 2013, D. A. Metrov said…
If you're leanring to write, check out the Writing Instruction videos on my website: http://lightmasters.net
- At 10:26am on April 7, 2013,
Ms. Jasmine Blanche said… Contessa,
Thank you so much for your sweet inquiry, unfortunately my internet hasn't been working lately so my involvement online has been limited. Things are going pretty well I have some obstacles in life I am trying to overcome but I believe everything can be accomplished with some genuine ingenuity! Hope you are doing well and life is a magical and mysterious pleasure for you!
- At 8:02am on March 13, 2013, Ms. Jasmine Blanche said…
Dear Contessa,
I think that we must have marvelous taste to love the same photography style! I absolutely love that photo set and fancy myself dreaming about living in that moment. Thanks for your wonderful comment and look forward to chatting with you some more.
- At 12:19pm on February 14, 2013,
Delila Black said… My dear Contessa,
I'm still having a little trouble with this site but it might be because I'm not sure which messages are directed to me...I really must sort out my understanding of how things work here. I've been away for a week or so but what a treat to return from my travels and find your message. Thank you for the writing sample. I'll download it and read it this evening. Please don't worry about any harsh criticism. I understand we are all in various stages of development. Personally I enjoy the process and I enjoying encouraging people to explore their talents. I'm certain it gives one a more positive outlook. Also, it's fun!
I sing semi-professionally and I'm working towards making it my day job. I split my time between music and fashion. I was working for a company but decided to try it on my own last year. I have less money but it gives me more time to pursue my dreams which means more to me. I'm one of those "you only life once", "this isn't a rehearsal" people. lol.
I think it's wonderful that you not only do costume design, you also write! So, how was your week my dear? Are you enjoying your projects? Meeting people with this attitude fills me enthusiasm.
Best wishes
DB
- At 12:52pm on February 2, 2013, Delila Black said…
Good day Contessa, how lovely to receive your message. It sounds like you must be in thermals perpetually. I'm a complete wimp where cold is concerned. The cold makes me cry. hahah....I can't say I'm getting used it living here, but I am learning how to function under umpteen layers of clothing. It's quite comical.
I understand what you mean about feeling out of place in 2013. I'm all for making the world suit me rather than the other way around hahahah. ...oh! you mentioned sewing, how exciting. I'm a big sewer myself. My true love is music but I do enjoy making things. Are you enjoying your class? How fun! What are making at the moment? Any photos?
-and I must look into these spin off groups you mentioned. Let me know if you see any music related ones. I'm experimenting at the moment. My thing is to make traditional sounding music.. country-blues, hill-billy, bluegrass-y or western style and infuse something off and futuristic into it.. an odd sound ... I'm working on a kind of SteamPunk for the ears- type of thing.
have a listen to Vanilla Ice Cream when you get a chance. I think you just click on the button when you get to the webpage. I've been performing around London for a while..but really wanted to push this sound thing. I never knew it had a name.
SO about the writing! You simply must let us read you sometime. I'm already excited.
I'm off to face the cold now.
à plus tard my dear.
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