Project Runway ~ The Tales of the Arabian Nights Challenge ~ Game 12

Elfmoon, did you see my post about needing an extension? Just want to make sure

Made the base for the pants last night along with a face veil, I'm beginning to think my look is more costumie than traditional, oh well, at least it is fun.

Just got a call for some pattern drafting work in the real world so off to make a pattern for some rapper!

 

We really are getting down to the end, huh? I was able to get my under-roos done, and remembered why I hate working with silk. Tonight I cut out and make the pants, but I made sure to have a supply of fray check on hand.

Anyone else having fun working with easily frayed fabric?

 

hemlock_inyx- I had fun with sheers and delicates. I ended up with about 40% handsewing because my sewing machine loves to eat such thin fabrics. Since the lace was a 12"x15" discontinued designer fabric sample, I decided not to feed it to the beast, and took care of it myself. ^^; For empathy's sake, it was a silk blend lace. u_u

 

I need to drop out :/ the fabric I ordered STILL isnt here and I doubt my ability to finish in a day. * glares at half done outfit *

 

Elfmoon I'll need an extension but I'm not sure if I'll finish in time. I was all set to have it done and then I had an accident.

Whilst I was taking my Clydesdale through a short gate our stupid hyper border collie rushed through going the other way. This closed the gate on her as she was half way through. She panicked and bolted, slamming the gate into me. I'm now in pain from my neck to my lower back and the idea of sitting at my machine isn't in the cards right now.

If I'm feeling up to it tomorrow I'll keep going but it doesn't look good right now.

 

I think I just tried to pack too much into this month and I ran out of time and motivation. So as frustrating as this is, I am going to have to throw in the towel on this challenge. Good luck to everyone else.

 

For all those leaving their work for the very last minute - know that you are not alone. I am still sewing my costume and I have no clue how I am going to finish, but somehow I am an optimist to the end (even when the end has passed me by two days ago)

I decided to change the fabric of the shirt. The light stripy one didn't "belong" with the costume I had in mind, so now I had to sew a brand new shirt... still need to finish the neck opening but the rest of the shirt is done at least.

Now, the pants need the belt and I need to make the cuffs wider so that his feet go through... then all the other stuff I planned on doing AND I have no weapons at all LOL my poor warrior!!

And I am purposefully not looking at the submissions as I will get even more stressed :P

 

I have everything all set, I'm just going to pop in a movie and sew sew sew! It's going to end up more inspired by the belly dancers at my Renaissance festival than actual Arabian dancers, but oh well. This was really fun to do! I've worked with some fabrics that I never would have on my own and I'm about to try doing a stretchy top, which is also new to me. I'm glad I tried this challenge.

 

Tunic done, only the trousers left to do, plus maybe some harem decor, if I have time.

 

OMG! My heart almost stopped when I read the challenge is over (for a second I forgot about the extension) LOL
Well, I am so close to being done. Just need to do some weaponry and finish off pants and belt. Can't wait to be done so that I can take a look at all the other entries

 

Done...I probably could have added a bit more to it, but I'm really busy and have to start working on some other things so all posted

Thanks again for another great challenge and good luck to everyone, the costumes are great.

 

oh my god I just finished!!! I LOVE my costume!! first time I have really dedicated myself to a costume for one of my girls. I am just floored at how it all came together, especially where I started from (ill post my sketches and progress photos in my photobucket gallery)

I even re-strung her so she would hold the poses I wanted Tomorrow is going to be photo morning, lucky I bought a bag of sand for another project..... looking forward to dressing the photo set!

 

Can't wait to see it. I had thought about going to the beach and taken some photos in the sand, but didn't have the time...should be cool!

 

I am done! \o/ and my entry is here

WOW! Amazing entries, again. I am always amazed to see so much talent and so many beautiful costumes

 

Whew... we made it on time. With hours to spare, no less. Everyone's entries are so amazing. I am so impressed with the details that you all managed to incorporate into your designs.

 

So, I'm finally back home and I gotta say I love, love, love all those submissions. Wow!!!

I'll make sure to post a couple of photos of my own outfit, too, once it is finished. It's just missing the turban and the vest, but I'm hopelessly busy and will probably not be able to finish it before the end of this week.

 

Not sure I understand, my glamour shot is single, the details shot is a similar photo is that what you are refering to? Either way I have all the photos on photobucket. Just let me know

 

My photos are up. I ran out of time and light and couldn't find things I wanted to include in the glamour shot, but I picked the best of a really bad bunch of photos to submit. I feel like I fell very short of my original vision, but I did the best I could what with jury duty, getting really sick and then having my Mom get really sick with the same thing when I was barely back on my feet. So, like the dog walking on his hind legs, it's remarkable not because it's done so well, but that it's done at all.

 

I have to say, I giggle every time I see Mookie in a costume. It's impossible not to love that little guy.

 

Oh wow, that is one beautiful outfit, elfmoon! Love the colour combo and the choice of fabrics (I recognize the red coat one but can't remember from where).

p.s. What an interesting background story. I often wish there was a book or a movie made out of all these amazing doll background stories LOL Are you doing a photostory with your dolls??

 

Oh bravo elfmoon! He truly looks magnificient as properly befits his outstanding character. It's a real treat to get to see your costuming in one of these challenge threads for a change. I was only sorry when I got to the end of your post because I wanted to read more of the story...you already had me hooked!

 

Oops! I meant the fabric looks familiar >.< It is very nice and I love your sewing skills. Really nicely trimmed and 'clean' (although I am by no means an expert, I'd like to think I have an eye for good things when I see them LOL)

And you go girl and dream big!! Maybe one day we will be seeing Kismet and Rasheed on T.V.

 

he is handsome... great wig! and lovely outfit!

 

Oh wow! Love that story, elfmoon! And love that outfit as well. Those colors on Kismet are positively stunning. And he couldn't be more different in looks than his love and master, Rasheed. Fascinating!

 

The outfits are lovely and I like their background stories, too. They show a great knowledge of those times.

 

Awesome outfits for both Rasheed and Kismet. Rasheed's face up is perfect for his character. I love your fabric choices and the detailing. The background story really makes them seem more real rather than just a doll with a period costume. Super job all around.

 

AhHAH! A thousand more lashes with a wet noodle!!



couldn't resist...

 

???Either I'm blind or my computer isn't letting me view something but where are the winners listed?

 

Congratulations to all the winners! It was a great competition and everyone's entries were absolutely wonderful. This was really a fun one, and I loved the originality and diversity of each and every costume. Excellent work everyone!

 

Congratulations, winners!
The challenge was fun, want another one

 

Congratulations to the winners! I loved getting to see everyone's costumes, this whole challenge was a lot of fun!

 

Congrats !!!

 

Everyone's outfits turned out wonderfully.

Sharkyra I hope you're able to finish yours as I'd love to see it completed.

Congrats to the winners.

 

Wow, I placed! I really was impressed by so many of the entries. I don't envy the judges's position on this one, I bet it was a hard decision. Congrats to first and third, and also to everybody who managed to complete their ensembles! I know working with those fabrics made me want to throw in the towel...

elfmoon, it's a good thing you couldn't enter the challenge- it would have been a shame to only pick one boy to sew for! They both look wonderful.

Sharkyra, I can't wait to see your finished look. Don't keep us waiting.

 

Congratulations to the winners. Excellent work.

 

Congratulations to all the winners!!! All the outfits looked so cool!

 

Congratulations to the winners and kudos to everyone who took part. The costumes are gorgeous!

I've been lurking around this thread for a little over a week after having been away from the doll hobby for a while, and I'm regretting that I missed out on this theme! I'm looking forward to the next challenge and hope to be participating.

 

Congratulations to the winners!! All three are beautiful costumes and deserve the win.
That being said, I think all costumes for this challenge have been amazing and I would have a really hard time choosing the best.

p.s. just noticed that all three winners have the 'belly dancer' type outfit... I wonder if the judges were smitten by all those exposed midriffs