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[Alt.Kilt] More Non-kilts.

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Thursday, September 4th, 2008 12:45 pm

Steampunk Spare Pockets



One of the biggest complaints I hear from my customers is the lack of pockets for costumes and steampunk daily wear so here is my solution. This would work with kilt, pants or skirt.

Attaching to any size belt (up to 2.5"), this hip pack features three small pockets, a key loop, a metal clip and slide roll holders. The small pockets are big enough to carry ID, Credit card or candies and small trinkets such as a pocket watch. One key loop is made of leather and the other is a small brass clip. It is made of 100% cotton in a spice tone and accented with brass rivets and square rings.

Open width is 14" and because of the button closures can be attached after the fact to an outfit.

Available plain (as shown) or distressed (please attach a note if you want it painted). Both styles can be had for $25.00. I am also willing to do it in different colors - such as dark brown, black, or tan and also with silver accents instead of brass.

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This item is available at our Etsy store... and for more photos of our kilts please check out our Flickr Album

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[Alt.Kilt] Bitch Mini Kilt (hot pink)

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Monday, April 14th, 2008 11:06 pm

Bitch Mini Kilt - Hot pink version.
Box pleated with side panel inserts.



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It is finally warm! Sure help with the coldness of my hands - I rearranged the studio space this weekend and now, I no longer have a kitchen table. :( But, I do have a sewing table and a cutting table :) Makes things much easier on my back and knees. [livejournal.com profile] debunkshy and [livejournal.com profile] birdfigment's kilts are going to by mid-next week and then, the rest of the list asap. I want to have all current orders completed by the mid-May so I can get ready for the summer season!
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Go ahead... let it hit.

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Tuesday, January 29th, 2008 11:36 pm
So I owe a few apologies out here in LJ land. Solid apologies to people, of whom, I have been bad about getting sewing orders out to. Most especially [livejournal.com profile] debunkshy and [livejournal.com profile] bifemmefatale but also , [livejournal.com profile] issahla, [livejournal.com profile] stephanieb and [livejournal.com profile] jinxedkisses. There are probably more but it is fuck cold here and I can't keep typing lj codes.

In many ways I took the good graces of my friends a little too lightly. I took "whenever!" to mean whenever and I felt as though their understanding of my life would allow me flexibility. I was wrong - mainly in my own actions of taking too long of time and being a bit too loose with it all. I apologize. I am sorry. More than you will know - because honestly, guilt is one of those things that really gets my core and busts me up. I don't like disappointing people.

For the record, one of those orders is a year old and the rest are about six months old - which is unacceptable. I just got overwhelmed and many days I still am. Before the move, I was finishing school and that last semester was hell - not to mention the abdominal hernia and surgery that put me out for over a month. Then after moving and setting up shop in August, I couldn't really do it any more. After being out of the house for 10 hour days with work and the kids, I couldn't get motived to sew to save my life at the end of it. I just zoned out to the internet wishing I wasn't so god damn tired. I resigned myself to sew on weekends but now, I no longer have kid-free weekends and the stress of them playing around the house and in my workspace (which is much less separate than the loft was) while I tried to work in the same space was a disaster.

I have been on slow sewing since August - damn slow. It was moving best when I wasn't working another job. I was starting to really get through orders but I did take a stupid liberty and work first on those orders from non-friends. Once again, I made the mistake of taking advantage of my friends' good will... I must also admit that I am not good with un-firm deadlines. "I need it by 10/1" is so much better than "whenever" and it is my mistake for not asking for firm deadlines when I know that this is my problem. But I have been turning out orders - at least I really was for those 4 weeks I was on my own.

Now I had to get another day job due to C not sending child support - so this month I have been working 8 hour days with a 45 min. commute each way and yep, I have been fucking wiped out each night with weekends of hell on my hands due to not enough space or distance from the kids to actually get my work done. This is my truth. My non-friend customers were getting fair service (not great - but not bad) and my friends were getting none. This last month flew by so fast as I had to buckle down to work - I barely realized it was so far gone. I lost my sitter who was willing to take the kids at her house for hours on end. My largest support group is now 300 miles away and I get worn out balancing work, kids and home on my own. I am not good at it - it takes a real effort for me to do it alone and my learning curve on that bit of knowledge was the last 5 months.

I finished [livejournal.com profile] debunkshy's kilt tonight and it will hit the mail on Friday as I leave town - I can't get to the mail any sooner as it is only open the hours I work. I got spoiled by late hrs. in Madison. It has taken me a year to make this one... mainly because it started out as the old design and then when I changed the design, I just got frustrated and put it aside. I didn't want to restart with a new piece of fabric because they no longer make that kind (so I didn't want to shorten my stash of it) but I couldn't face the reconstruction. I let it slide and in doing so, I fucked up and I provided crappy service to my friends. This kilt became my own personal cross to bear - silly as that may sound, projects can do that and this one did. I offer my sincere apologies.

I do not take obligations lightly and I have the wherewithal to complete all orders out to me right now and more promptly than before. I have just answered a bunch of emails regarding this to people out there on my list that I know are most concerned. Please email me if you need to discuss this with me - I will be out of town this coming weekend but will try to get to all emails before I leave on Friday. If you need a specific date added (as much to help you and to motivate my ass) please email that also to me and I will push for it.

I can do nothing but admit my mistakes. I keep getting really good reviews for my work from clients and it is something I want to see grow over time. Currently, my plan is to finish all orders out without taking in any new ones. I am applying to vend at CONvergence with stock to sell on site and taking a few orders. I, however, am human so life is not always in my control. It is my responsibility though - so, here my apology. I am sorry for the delays that have happened. I hope that they can be forgiven.
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[Alt.Kilt] New Alt.Skirt... Long Alt Colors (Silk)

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Sunday, August 5th, 2007 11:27 pm


Long Alt.Skirt - Black/Red Silk with Alternation Pleats

Rough new photos - shown with and without snaps - $150.

I just finished this one and have to find a better way to photograph it. The silk is black on one side and red on the other. When I use the flash, it shows a reddish tint on the fabric that isn't normally there. The inside of each pleat is a deep red. The skirt is made of box pleats - unlike the Alt.Kilt and other Alt.Skirt, both of which are knife pleats. The box pleat allows for the color change and adds a depth to the skirt.

I am very pleased with it. Once I add the backs of the snaps (it got a little to late to be pounding with hammers in my apartment), I will take better photos and add the style to the shop.
Available in all fabrics - twill, denim, silk, wool and cotton - and colors. Standard price is $125 with an upgrade for silk and wool.

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[Alt.Kilt] Did I get your attention?

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Thursday, June 28th, 2007 02:56 pm

Mini-Kilt. Black Twill with silver stitching.

Limited Time Offer: $75



I decided it was time for something sexy! Technically, these are not going into production till after Convergence but I could easily be convinced to turn out 1 or 2 of them to be delivered in person at the con. Else... I am now taking orders for the Mini. Same fabrics as usual, same price no matter which one (at this time). Available with contrasting thread stitches (as seen above). Also, small side cargo pockets are also available for an extra $10.

Payment can be paypal-ed to techdragon@gmail.com or email me to discuss.

I apologize for the photo quality... I had to set my timer and jump on a chair and therefore it is a bit wonky! I need to get more photos taken with [livejournal.com profile] pkstudios so these things look better.

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Corset and Alt.Kilt Opening Sale [Public Post]

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Thursday, February 8th, 2007 08:39 am
Corset and Alt.Kilt Opening Sale


Here is the deal... put down a 50% deposit on an item and get a discounted price! Choose from fabric I have on hand - images below - or I will go out to get the color you are wanting. You want a Hello Kitty corset? You got it. You want a camouflage Alt.Kilt? You want a Batman corset or one with fireworks? You got it... I can shop for the fabric and send swatches or digital images for approval before I get started. This is custom! The deposit will hold your spot in line and I will make items in the order they come in - excluding any rush orders of which the time line can be discussed in private). Most places ask for payment in full in advance but I think that this is actually a more practical way to do it. The corset styles have multiple options that can be discussed once the order is placed - the material cost does not differ within the category. The time line is 4-8 weeks (with the ability to put a rush on the order). Don't need it that soon? Willing to wait 8-12 weeks? Take 20% off the cost and note the order.

Payment can be made via Paypal: techdragon@gmail.com or comment here with an email address that I can send you my snail mail address (and I'll consider the comment to be your place maker). Comments are screen on this post. Final payment will be due when completed and before I mail it out or upon hand delivery. Everything will be shipped with Delivery Confirmation and Insurance (on the house!) After I receive your order I will be sending you an email requesting all the information I will need. If you are local and need measurements taken - I will work to schedule that with you at your convenience.


Alt.Kilts

  • Cotton-poly twill - Solid or Pattern = $40 deposit ($80 total discounted price)
  • Short Brush Corduroy = $45 deposit ($90 tdp)
  • Vinyl = $45 deposit ($90 tdp)
  • Leather = $50 deposit ($100 tdp)
  • Add on a Sporran = $10
  • Add on Cargo Pockets = $10 a set
  • Add on Hidden Pocket (fits ID + Credit card) = $5
  • Rush Order for $25


Underbust Corset / Waist Cincher

  • Cotton-poly twill (Solid Color) = $45 deposit ($90 tdp)
  • Toile / Floral / Pattern = $45 deposit ($90 tdp)
  • Velveteen = $55 deposit ($110 tdp)
  • Vinyl = $60 deposit ($120 tdp)
  • Leather = $70 deposit ($140 tdp)
  • Add on a Matching Storage Bag = $15
  • Rush Order for $25


Overbust Corset

  • Cotton-poly twill (Solid Color) = $50 deposit ($100 tdp)
  • Toile / Floral / Pattern = $50 deposit ($100 tdp)
  • Velveteen = $60 deposit ($120 tdp)
  • Vinyl = $65 deposit ($130 tdp)
  • Leather = $75 deposit ($150 tdp)
  • Add on a Matching Storage Bag = $15
  • Rush Order for $25


Men's Corset

  • Interested?
  • Limited Offer: Hold a spot and be a demo boy for $25 (total cost only $75)


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