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 Hello everyone out there in blogsville  I have seen several costuming entries floating around these parts over the past several days, and thought that I would give everyone out there some updates on my work. I hope nobody is getting tired of reading these types of entries...I know I'm not, but it is my passion after all 
Back in December, I wrote an entry giving you all a "sneak peek" into how I became interested in costuming and what I had done up to that point. The main push behind this was Kenobi-Fan's blog challenge entry that was written for me. Since that time, I have made quite a bit of progress on those projects I had yet to finish or yet to start. With only 13 full days left until CIV  , I am really feeling the push to finish everything on time. Never fear, though, things will be finished on time...even if I have to be up all night the night before I leave  Here are some updates on what has been happening in this crazy costuming world of PS77...and a little reveal of me, since most of you will be seeing me in person soon:
Veranda Nightgown
I have altered this one slightly in order to make a few things more screen accurate. Mainly, I have altered the pearl straps and the back drape (which is still causing me headaches, since I can't get it right). I had been planning on taking this to CIV as a back-up for another costume, but that is no longer happening...due to that other costume being entered in the costume contest . This image has appeared before (*cough*Mina*cough*), and essentially shows the front alterations I made. I will not show the back at this time, since I am still unhappy with it. 
Meadow Picnic Gown
No changes have been made to this costume, but I used this one in my application to the Rebel Legion...and I was accepted for membership!! Since it took me almost an hour to get everything on by myself (I truly do need help getting into this thing  ), I took several pics from different angles. However, this is my favorite out of all of them  I will be wearing this one on Friday!!
Leia Ceremonial Gown
This particular costume was not even a consideration back in December, but I ended up making this one to wear to the Meet & Greet party!! I figured it was simple and easy enough to change into that it would be great to wear to this event. So...look for this one later Thursday. The most difficult part of this one was the sleeves/wings...but I figured them out for the most part. I made the belt myself (after finally figuring out how to do it  ) and ordered the necklace from another costumer (saved me lots of time). Here I am being a little sassy...and here is the back of the gown (complete with my hair pieces  )
Loyalist Committee Gown
This, I entered into the costume contest!! I will be on-stage during the Sunday show...if anyone wants to come and support me . I still have the headpiece to finish for this one, but it's getting there. I am in the process of gluing synthetic hair braids onto the base I constructed...and then all I have to do is wrap it with strips of gold (for the ornamentation) and figure out how to get it to stay on my head . I came to the realization the other night at work that, if I don't quite get this quite finished in time before I leave, I can always finish it in the hotel room. I also need to practice walking in this, so I'm not the one tripping and falling on stage!! I do not have any pics of me in this one yet, but here are some pics of the final version .
Leia Bespin Outfit
I was finally able to start this one in late January...and have been working frantically to finish this one on time!! It took me almost an entire month to hand trace the pattern that I would be stitching onto the fabric!! I am hand-embroidering the cloak , and that takes a LOT of time...and patience, and dedication!! I may or may not have the copper trim that lines the collar, sleeve hem, and bottom hem of the top and the outside of the cloak...but that won't bother me too much (I can do that after I return home). I definitely don't have any pics of me in this one, since it is not even finished yet...but I do have some progress pics of the cloak embroidery. These two were taken today, and show just how close I am to finishing (please ignore the white paper...it will be removed)!! This one was taken back in March, and shows the back of the cloak, with the shadow-work stitching. Here is a pic of my fabric for the top, pants, and belt and the custom-dyed shoes I ordered. I will be wearing this outfit on Saturday!!
Well...I hope I didn't bore any of you here. I didn't get into too many details here about how I constructed everything. If anyone is interested in reading more about how I made these (i.e. patterns, fabric, etc.), feel free to check out my blogger site for all the details. I will be updating it as I complete projects. Now...off to work on that embroidery!!
As always, comments are welcome
May the Force Be With You All 
I will be seeing some of you in 13 days!!
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Qui-Tom Servo loves Padme
You Must Unlearn What You Have Learned
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date Posted: May 10, 2007 5:13 PM
The work that costumers put in amazes me. I was fortunate enough when a two of my friends/co-workers who were married to each other decided that we needed to go in costume to AOTC, so the day of a campus Halloween party in 2001, my friend's wife went to work whipping up Jedi robes for me and her husband. We even used one of my 12" Qui-Gon figures as a 3-D reference point. And yes, we did got a lot of use out of those robes.
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Granny-Wan
I Am NOT an Old Fossil!
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date Posted: May 10, 2007 5:27 PM
Sweeeeeeet...... simply awesome stuff, I can't wait to see them.... that embroidery is fantastic but nothing can describe the loyalist gown, it's simply.... out of this world! {lol}
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GalacticBabe
I Have a Bad Feeling About This!
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date Posted: May 10, 2007 5:38 PM
Beau-T-ful!!!!
Loyalist Committee Gown I hadn't seen this one...........Absolutely gorgeous!!! I love that color! You are so talented!
I am hand-embroidering the cloak Your fingertips must be sore, with all that stitching!
I sooo wish I could see all of these in person. Perhaps one day.
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nob01
Oil Bath Bubbles
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date Posted: May 10, 2007 6:48 PM
Very nice!
We have so many talented costumers on these here blogs
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viagoangel2
Were Anakin and Padme' really one?
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date Posted: May 10, 2007 7:09 PM
OMG!!!!! These are just Beauteous! You simply amaze me, darling Though, I must admit, there is nothing like seeing them in person and sampling the fine talents of your incredibly gifted stitching *sigh*...allow me, "Oooooo....ahhhhhhhhh" Absolutely Lovely, as are you !
So can not wait to see that Loyalist Gown up close and on stage no less! Whoo-Hoo!
I will be seeing some of you in 13 days!!Yippie!!!!!!!!!!!((((HUGS))))
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jediprincess77
I Know...
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date Posted: May 10, 2007 7:16 PM
Your gowns look amazing and so do YOU!!! I can't get over how fabulous they are! That Loyalist gown is my favorite...just outstanding. But, of course, I haven't seen the full Bespin costume yet. The embroidery work you've done just blows my mind!!!!
And we MUST take some pics together in our Ceremonial gowns!
Oh hey, I found some vinyl for my new Leia belt at JoAnn's! Thanks for the tip!!
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ewanandhaydenfan5
I Have You Now!
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date Posted: May 10, 2007 7:22 PM
B-EAU-TI-FUL! As I've said before, I love the detail you put into these. I forsee you will be victorious at the costume contest!
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JediMelindaWolf
Try not. Do. Or do not. There is no try.
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date Posted: May 10, 2007 8:52 PM
I am in awe of your talent, ps77! And, dare I say, the fact that you are hand embroidering the design on the Bespin cloak just amazes me. I can't wait to see them in person!
I will be in the audience at the talent show, to be sure, rooting you on!
MTFBWY
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jkthunder
Seven Pieces
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date Posted: May 10, 2007 9:47 PM
Unfortunately, I won't be seeing you in 13 days I was going to suggest that all of you "wardrobists" should organize a fashion show to display your work!!
Beautiful work!
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padmeskywalker77
Padme's Legacy
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date Posted: May 10, 2007 11:24 PM
The work that costumers put in amazes me.
Hey there Qui-Tom!! Yes...the amount of work that goes into these things is amazing. That Ceremonial Gown took me the span of about 3 days (a few hours each day) to finish...much longer than I had thought. Those of us who love it are sometimes called "crazy," since we devote so much time, money, and effort into them, only to wear them every once in a while. However, now that I am a Rebel Legion member, I will be wearing them more often...and continuing to make more
Good to see you again!!
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padmeskywalker77
Padme's Legacy
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date Posted: May 10, 2007 11:27 PM
that embroidery is fantastic but nothing can describe the loyalist gown, it's simply.... out of this world!
Thanks Granny-Wan I truly love the loyalist gown, so I just had to make it.
I sooo wish I could see all of these in person. Perhaps one day.
Thanks Bodacious one I'm sorry you won't be there, too. Yes...perhaps one day you will see them in person
Very nice!
We have so many talented costumers on these here blogs
Thanks Nobby!! Yes...we do have quite a few talented costumers here.
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padmeskywalker77
Padme's Legacy
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date Posted: May 10, 2007 11:32 PM
Though, I must admit, there is nothing like seeing them in person and sampling the fine talents of your incredibly gifted stitching *sigh*...allow me, "Oooooo....ahhhhhhhhh"
Aw, shucks angel Yes...you are one of the few who have been able to see and feel the Picnic Gown
So can not wait to see that Loyalist Gown up close and on stage no less! Whoo-Hoo!
Yes!! The decision on which one to enter was difficult...but I'm positive I made the right decision (((HUGS))) back at ya
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padmeskywalker77
Padme's Legacy
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date Posted: May 10, 2007 11:34 PM
Your gowns look amazing and so do YOU!!!
Aw, shucks, JP77 I had actually debated putting pics of me up...but decided to do it anyway, since several bloggers will see me at CIV anyway.
And we MUST take some pics together in our Ceremonial gowns!
Yes...we MUST And you're welcome on the tips!!
B-EAU-TI-FUL! As I've said before, I love the detail you put into these. I forsee you will be victorious at the costume contest!
Thanks E&HF5!! Even if I'm not victorious at the contest, at least I'll have some fun showing off my work
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padmeskywalker77
Padme's Legacy
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date Posted: May 10, 2007 11:39 PM
I sooo wish I had the tallent to sew clothes...Those are Beautiful!!!!!!!!
I learned that from my mom...and from doing projects for 4-H. Thanks leia...and I'll make sure to have fun at CIV
And, dare I say, the fact that you are hand embroidering the design on the Bespin cloak just amazes me.
I think that shocks and amazes a lot of people However, there is no way to do it by machine with the one I have. Thanks JMW
I was going to suggest that all of you "wardrobists" should organize a fashion show to display your work!!
Hmmm...that's an idea.  I know several costuming groups are going to have photo shoots various days of the con...so keep your eyes open for them. Thanks jk
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Apprentice of Wisdom
Star Wars is a Way of Life -- Accept it (by a "Dutch Yoda")
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date Posted: May 11, 2007 3:44 AM
All those costumes are beautiful, and the work you put in that Bespin outfit is just absolutely stunning. All the dresses are so screen-accurate, but I think the Loyalist Committee Gown will be my favourite. It looks so great. Too bad I won't be seeing you at CIV.
Good luck with the outfits, and have fun at CIV!
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anakinside1
Echoes from the Asteroid Field
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date Posted: May 11, 2007 7:11 AM
I so can't wait to see you all dressed up at the convention! Those look lovely and amazing.
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The Stooge
Star Wars Joke-A-Day
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date Posted: May 11, 2007 7:45 AM
Impressive! Most impressive. Obi-Wan has taug--
Waitasec, Obi couldn't sew. But you sure can! My fave was the Loyalist Committee Gown, great work!
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hansgirl3
Invoking the Squee
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date Posted: May 11, 2007 8:19 AM
OMG! Those are truly amazing! You have A LOT of patience!!! I can't do that stuff to save my life!
That Loyalist Gown is to die for!! I can't wait to see them all in person! So CLOSE now!!
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padmeskywalker77
Padme's Legacy
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date Posted: May 11, 2007 8:43 AM
All the dresses are so screen-accurate, but I think the Loyalist Committee Gown will be my favourite. It looks so great. Too bad I won't be seeing you at CIV.
Thanks Apprentice of Wisdom Sorry you won't be at CIV...but I understand why I will have pics up on myspace after I get back, though.
Amazing! Good luck at the costume competition (although I'm not sure you'll need it!)
Thanks Kyle
I so can't wait to see you all dressed up at the convention!
Thanks honey Remember when that Loyalist gown was just fabric and dyed cording sitting around
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padmeskywalker77
Padme's Legacy
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date Posted: May 11, 2007 8:48 AM
Impressive! Most impressive. Obi-Wan has taug--
Thanks Stooge If Obi-Wan could sew, it was probably just stitching holes closed or applying patches to his cloak
You have A LOT of patience!!! I can't do that stuff to save my life!
More patience than you know (at least most of the time) Actually, sitting and stitching on my nights off is a stress relief for me...don't ask how, but it is
I can't wait to see them all in person! So CLOSE now!!
Yes...so CLOSE now * Must get to work...must get to work...*
I guess I made a great decision going with the loyalist gown Thanks everyone!!
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jedilily1026
Years Matter Not (Gone Crazy...Be Back Soon)
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date Posted: May 11, 2007 11:18 AM
I finally got around to reading this...thanks to the Spew. Anyway my favorite is...can you guess..the purple committee gown...the one you entered in the contest.
You got my vote...it's lovely!!! and purple is my fav color.
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MomOf2YoungPadawan
Mamadala's Lair
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date Posted: May 11, 2007 1:19 PM
As I've said a million times before.....WOW!!!! You are sooooooooooo good, girl!!!
I must brag that I've had the opportunity to see and touch some of your amazing pieces (I am talking about the costumes, by the way - LOL!! ) I never tire of gazing upon your work!
And - since I'm among the fortunate few to be your roomie at C4, I get to be your handmaiden, too - yub, yub!!
I can't wait to see you in your full regalia!! YAY!!!
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padmeskywalker77
Padme's Legacy
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date Posted: May 11, 2007 1:38 PM
I finally got around to reading this...thanks to the Spew.
Oh honey...I emailed everyone about it. I hope it went through.
Anyway my favorite is...can you guess..the purple committee gown...the one you entered in the contest.
Aw thanks That seems to be everyone's favorite so far
I must brag that I've had the opportunity to see and touch some of your amazing pieces (I am talking about the costumes, by the way - LOL!!
Yes you have And you have even seen a couple that were not yet complete or near completion.
I get to be your handmaiden, too - yub, yub!!
And I'll need all the help I can get with that picnic gown
Thanks honey
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JediPug1
Like My Father Before Me
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date Posted: May 11, 2007 5:42 PM
PS, you are just awesome!!! Those costumes are gorgeous! I can hardly sew on a button, but I can really appreciate the hard work you put into those... and you look great in 'em!!
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Michelle1968
M68- Star Wars Kid at Heart
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date Posted: May 11, 2007 7:55 PM
Sorry I missed this!!
You are one talented chica and I just know you'll win! And another thing, you are one CUTE chica too! xoxo
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brooklooineghost
Just a simple mom trying to make my way in the (expanded) universe
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date Posted: May 12, 2007 6:21 AM
Sorry I'm late . . . I'm at a loss to describe how beautiful your work is. How on EARTH do you find the time for a profession like yours and a hobby this demanding (more like a passion than a hobby, really!)???
I have to say, though I love them all, Leia's ceremonial gown is outstanding, and it suits you well! I also loved you blogspot, especially the photos of Anakin ("Bad Ani - go to my room!" ![]:)](http://blogs.starwars.com/share/img/emoticons/devil.gif) )
Your exuberance shines right through these photos - you come across the distance as being as warm, kind, and beautiful as you are in writing.
See you soon, seamstress girlie!!
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MomOf2YoungPadawan
Mamadala's Lair
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date Posted: May 12, 2007 6:47 AM
And I'll need all the help I can get with that picnic gown Good thing AS1 and I have some experience with that one
AWESOME web site on blogspot, BTW!!!
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padmeskywalker77
Padme's Legacy
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date Posted: May 12, 2007 1:11 PM
Those costumes are gorgeous! I can hardly sew on a button, but I can really appreciate the hard work you put into those... and you look great in 'em!!
Thanks pug-lover They really are a lot of work...and sewing on a button is no longer difficult
Sorry I missed this!!
That's ok, sweetie...
You are one talented chica and I just know you'll win! And another thing, you are one CUTE chica too!
Awww...thanks
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padmeskywalker77
Padme's Legacy
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date Posted: May 12, 2007 1:19 PM
Sorry I'm late . . .
Don't worry...you're a busy lady, too
How on EARTH do you find the time for a profession like yours and a hobby this demanding
It's difficult, but I do make the time to fit it in...and I've "watched" a lot of movies over the past several months
I have to say, though I love them all, Leia's ceremonial gown is outstanding, and it suits you well!
Thanks Good thing I don't mind wearing white...I don't have to wear it at work, so I'm not sick of it
I also loved you blogspot, especially the photos of Anakin ("Bad Ani - go to my room!")
Hehe...couldn't resist
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padmeskywalker77
Padme's Legacy
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date Posted: May 12, 2007 1:22 PM
Good thing AS1 and I have some experience with that one
I was going to say that before...but didn't have enough room. And, I might add...you two were better at figuring it out than the girls I had helping me at Halloween time I guess they just didn't know how it's supposed to look all put together
AWESOME web site on blogspot, BTW!!!
Thanks I figured I already had an account, why not use it
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Lady Shada
Shada's Thoughts
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date Posted: May 13, 2007 8:17 AM
Wow...
I am very jealous and wish I had just a little bit of your talent. How...did you ever do all of these? lol Geez, I should talk to you and get some tips! lol If you wouldn't mind, that is.
I read your other blog about how you got started sewing. lol You've definitely had way more experience than I do at this point in my life, and your skills with the sewing machine are amazing! Love the pics, love the costumes. Kepe up the good work, and hope to see you at CIV
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RebelAllianceBarbie
Rebel Alliance Barbie's SW.Com Blog!
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date Posted: May 13, 2007 4:37 PM
Oy, that's a ton!
I'll definitely see you there, I'll be running around like crazy! Are you going to the RL mixer?
Crunch time indeed...Aaah! How am I going to get this all finished? >.< LOL
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padmeskywalker77
Padme's Legacy
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date Posted: May 14, 2007 6:01 AM
How...did you ever do all of these?
With lots of patience Seriously...working on these is my stress relief from work. I always feel better when I know I'm accomplishing something worthwhile...and relating it to something I love
Geez, I should talk to you and get some tips! lol If you wouldn't mind, that is
Of course I don't mind. However, I still ask others for help if I'm not sure of how to do something. Hope to see you at CIV, too
Are you going to the RL mixer?
Possibly...still trying to decide.
Crunch time indeed...Aaah! How am I going to get this all finished?
I echo that sentiment See you at CIV
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Jedi Master Mina
Another Galaxy, another time
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date Posted: May 14, 2007 5:14 PM
Ha, better late than NEVER.
This image has appeared before (*cough*Mina*cough*), and essentially shows the front alterations I made.
Ha, all dressed up, with no duel to go to.
LOVE the Committee gown. Actually, I love them all. Wish I could sew, but alas, I can't.
Are you going to the RL mixer?
Possibly...still trying to decide
Uhm, is the CREW invited... ...You know how MINA LOVES a good party. And maybe we can finish what we started as far as the dueling goes.
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padmeskywalker77
Padme's Legacy
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date Posted: May 16, 2007 12:50 PM
Ha, better late than NEVER
And better late than never getting back to your response
LOVE the Committee gown. Actually, I love them all. Wish I could sew, but alas, I can't
Hey...maybe I can give you some tips when we're at CIV There are some things that aren't too difficult...
Uhm, is the CREW invited...
Well...JP77 & I will be going, since we are members. I'll post it for you to add to our "list". You could come with us, but I'll have to see if there's still room, and would have to know and pay by this Sat (5/19) (I actually just found out that it was possible for me to go).
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amidalooine
The Emotional Galaxy
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date Posted: May 19, 2007 5:26 PM
WOW, ps77. I missed this blog...SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO sorry. I can't wait to see your work in person!!
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