Norwescon itinerary
Meant to post this earlier...where does all the time go? The Marier family will be heading out in a few hours to the con. I know I'll see a lot of you there; and for those I won't - have a great week and Easter holiday. And if I have time, I'll report in about what's going on. And for those who are interested, here's my panel schedule:
Friday
Pattern Alteration for the Luxury-sized Fan 9:00 AM Cascade 5
A demo and Q&A session, with special techniques to create a great fit for your figure type.
Clothing of the Middle Kingdom 10:00 AM Cascade 6
Chinese culture goes back thousands of years and has undergone profound fashion changes, resulting in a collection of court garb that is as exotic as anything in a science fiction or fantasy film. Our panel takes you on a visual tour of some of the key fashion eras of ancient China.
Saturday
Steampunk 101 - Where do I start? Noon Evergreen 3
From Edgar Rice Burrows to Wild, Wild West, what makes for great Steam' and not just historical costuming? We will attempt to discuss and define Steampunk as a genre, then cover the basics of researching and designing a credible look for your costume, as well as shopping, modifying, and tracking down all the things you will need.
Gizmos, Props, and Weapons 4:00 PM Cascade 8
Join us for a show-and-tell-all about some totally cool accessories for your costume.Show off your own as well. Discussion will also include practical use of lights and electronics.
Sunday
Surface Embellishments - Taking it from Ordinary to Extraordinary 10:00 AM Cascade 9
Slavishly follow a commercial pattern and you may end up with just a sewn garment. Learn how to add period detail touches to your garments that will make your costumes pop visually and have a look of historical accuracy.