Hi there!
I'm Julie, the new costuming editor at BellaOnline. I'm so excited to get to know you and help you make your costume ideas into reality. You can read my bio on the costume page and please feel free to introduce yourself on the forum.

I've got big plans for lots of new content on the site. But when it comes down to it, this is *your* costume site. So, don't be shy! Let me know what you're into, or what you'd like to be into. What would you like to learn? What would you like to try but are a bit intimidated?

Let's make a deal, okay? You tell me what you want to see on the site, and I'll do my best to get it there asap.

One of my favorite things to do is scour the web for costuming deals--fabric, beads, tools, books & patterns, etc. When I find 'em, you can be sure I'll let you know. So, keep your eyes peeled for special discounts and coupons. I'll put them in the newsletter and on the website.

That's enough rambling for now. Hope you're having a super week!
Julie

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Here's the latest article from the Costuming site at BellaOnline.com.

Thread Painting for Belly Dance Costumes
Embellish your plain skirts, veils and other costume pieces with this easy embroidery technique. All you need is a sewing machine and a free-motion embroidery foot. No special stitches needed. No special skills required.

http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art67721.asp

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Julie Anne Eason, Costuming Editor
http://costuming.bellaonline.com

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