tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-75022425158569794292024-03-13T23:35:21.432-07:00Ivy Frozen Productionspretty pretty stuffIvy Frozenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481804922031026095noreply@blogger.comBlogger98125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502242515856979429.post-38615915807195670402012-10-29T18:48:00.001-07:002012-10-29T19:01:35.020-07:00Haunted Halloween Carnival Dinner<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8134323705/" title="haunted halloween04 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="haunted halloween04" height="333" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8470/8134323705_0d165a3f70.jpg" width="500" /></a> <br />
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This year, the SF Lolita Halloween meet up was at Straw in SF. Click the read more! to learn more about it.
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My friend was a demon and instead of a tail she opted for wings. She was very unnerved by all the trolls in the bathroom.
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People arrived throughout the meet. They came by to say hi, but chose to eat elsewhere. The restaurant has no parking lot of its own and there are no parking garages nearby. Everyone managed to find parking on a Sunday evening without too much trouble, but had to park a number of blocks away.
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My table mates, early on in the meet. It got fuller later on.
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It was a pretty small restaurant. You can see everyone inside.
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I was a witch. My inspiration was witches from fairy tales, particularly the witch queen from Snow White. That was been a popular tale and character this year in terms of movies and television. I was also inspired by actual witches, in a historical context. These witch women were smart women who often did a lot for their community. Therefore, I chose to embroider anotomical images on the dress.
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The heart is center front, because that is what the evil queen wanted first from snow white. The rib cage and lungs follow, since the witch then tried to bind Snow White's lungs with a corset. The foot is by the lungs because the lungs are assciated with the legs; if you can't breathe well, you have trouble with running and such. On the other side is the skull and brain. The queen's last move was to attack Snow White through the mouth with the poisoned apple. The skull is also a symbol of death. The hand is located by the brain since the hand is associated with the brain; i.e. left or right handed and left or right brain. The bodice design is inspired by the rib cage. The faether on the hat is because the queen is also associated with the raven.
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She was a grim reaper. I need to get gloves like hers.
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He was a vampire. See that little bit of lace in his hair?
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He could attach it to a different place on his headdress to make a lace visor. Very cool! He also made the headdress hisself.
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They were the jabberwock and the Mad hatter.
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I love her purse!
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Everyone had a lot of fun speaking with everyone.
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She got the horns off of a viking helmet and made a headband out of them.
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Everyone seemed to like my dress. I was very proud of it. It made all the time I spent working on it worth it. The embroidery alone takes about 14 hours to complete. =O
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Here's everyone that sat at the first table. They all arrived early or on time.
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Table two was the next table started. I was going to sit there, but moved over to table three as the second table was right by the entrance to the kitchen, making it a little crowded.
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As we were a large party, we had a fixed menu. We had a choice of three appetizers, three entrees, and two desserts. They also decorated our special menus with stickers. Their regular menus are fixed inside the covers of children's books.
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Instead of cups, the drinks were served in jars with straws. The straws were red, which is good if you happen to have lipstick that rubs off.
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The sweet tots were pretty good. They're made from sweet potatoes. Unfortunately, I don't like sweet potatoes. If you do, you'll likely like the sweet tots. These were my fiance's. I had a green salad. It was the sort with a lot of mixed greens tossed in a mild and sweet vinaigrette. It was also pretty good.
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The emperor's new clothes looked lovely. I had the nerd's inspired shepard's pie. It again was something that tasted good, but the ratio of components was off, keeping it from being truly good. It needed to have more meat in it. It was large and could have fed two people.
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8136719945/" title="haunted halloween carnival dinner by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="haunted halloween carnival dinner" height="375" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8187/8136719945_3554bd327d.jpg" width="500" /></a>
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I enjoyed the funnel cake the most. It's a lot of little pieces so you can dip it. The chocolate sauce tasted like brownie batter. The white was a vanilla cream, and the red was a tart strawberry sauce made from real strawberries, so it had none of that horrible fake strawberry taste. You'll be disappointed in it though if you expect a traditional funnel cake. This restaurant has a fun theme and is worth a visit at least once. I don't know if I will return to it though given its location and overall middling food.
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After we finished eating/were ushered out for another party, we hung around out side and took some photos.
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And that's where my day ended. My group was tired from a long Halloween weekend so we all went home. You can click through any of the photos to see the rest in my flickr photo stream. Most of the photos were taken by my fiance.
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Outfit deets!<br />
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dress- me made<br />
blouse- metamorphose<br />
hat- target with pin from chantilly added<br />
socks- sock dreams<br />
shoes- bobbi blue
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Still working hard!
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On Sunday, I met Fumiko! Fumiko is the owner/designer of Chantilly. She recently renamed the brand Enchantilic Enchantilly. Her company is still called Chantilly though. Click the read more link for more information.<br />
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<span class="fullpost">Chantilly is a indie Japanese lolita brand. The brand was recently renamed Enchantilic Enchantilly. Her company is still called Chantilly though. While her dresses are manufactured, Fumiko makes pretty much all of the bows and other accessories herself, including the bows on the dresses. She also picks out all the fabrics herself too and does her best to listen to her customers. A lot of her pieces are one or few of a kind, because the fabric she uses for it can't be found again. She also does a lot of custom orders and requests as she has time, including for her non-Japanese customers. She's the first Japanese lolita brand that I have encountered that gives this level of care to customers outside of Japan. Many of her items are customer requests. She also custom dyed some fabrics to help meet customer requests. Fairly recently, she partnered with/hired an illustrator to make prints for her. Fumiko decides on the prints, and the illustrator draws them up from Fumiko's directions. Meeting her really inspired me a lot.
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Harajuku Hearts hosted a party for Fumiko's visit. We had lunch at the Cheesecake Factory and then went back to the store for a Q&A session and to play games. Afterwards, there was private shopping time where double stamps were given out for all Chantilly purchases.
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I've never been to the Cheesecake Factory, so I was excited. I suppose I expected more than it was. It was a little hard to find the restaurant. It's on the 8th floor of Macys but only a specific elevator goes up to it and it's on a weird half platform in between the 1st and second floor. It's right by one of the entrances, but as I came in a different entrance, I had to find an employee to ask. This wasn't very hard though, and I was directed to the right place. As it was lunch, I opted to have a cheeseburger and a coke. The burger patty was good, but it didn't have the proper ratio of meat, bread, and cheese so I didn't enjoy it very much. The fries it came with were salty and not much to write home about. I enjoyed the complimentary bread the most. They had a sour dough, which I didn't try, and what I believe is a pumpernickel. The pumpernickel bread was very good, though it was crushed, which I did not enjoy. It was a Sunday afternoon, so it was crowded, but still.
The restroom has a nice looking design, but my local walmart has better equipment. There was a line that was very awkward due to how small it is. The line had to be blocking something. I won't return to the Cheesecake Factory unless invited or for a special event such as this Chantilly party. It wasn't horrible, but there was nothing to make it worth a trip or remembrance.
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After lunch, we went to a little park across the street and took some photos. & a few people took photos of us and with us. The people on the tourest buses were excited to see us.
Then we walked back to the store and had a Q&A session. A few new items that Fumiko brought with her were introduced. That's where I learned most of the information I presented above. Her illustrator also handmakes some of the pieces, such as the utensil accessories. They're all hand painted by the illustrator.
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Fumiko also expressed that she really likes when customers wear her pieces in their own way, which I do think a lot of designers enjoy. I know with my work, I love seeing a customer wearing something. When I make it, I have my own idea about how the item should be worn, but then a customer can take it, and turn completely on its head. They can do something with it that I would have never thought. The piece has now taken on a new life with its owner. At least at the last AP party I attended where two of the designers attended, they also seemed to really like when girls made pieces from the brand their own. It's really an amazing thing for a designer, and very inspiring. Despite the rigid rules sometimes enforced in lolita, I think the designers at least are open to some innovation. <br />
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Back on topic, we spent quite a bit of time on the Q&A, so we only had time for one game: old maid. I had a lot of pairs in the beginning, but in the end, I was not a winner. =( There were four winners and they happened to be all of the girls wearing blue and the one guy in attendance. Fumiko brought a special lunch tote bag for one of the prizes. While the lunch totes are available at the store, this one had lace that Fumiko added to the top herself. The other prizes were a pair of socks, a $30 gift certificate to the store, and a headband that was also like handmade by Fumiko.
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With the game done it was shopping time! She has so many amazing items, and I think so many girls at the party couldn't resist making a purchase. I was included and couldn't resist purchasing a brooch I had been eyeing for some time. Fumiko also made some special chocolates for everyone who came.<br />
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This is probably my favorite party that I've attended by Harajuku Hearts/Angelic Pretty USA. I've been to the big AP parties, but the smaller attendance of this event made it a little more intimate, and I talked more than I usually do. I made a new friend, and talked to some other local girls that I haven't had a chance to talk to much. I also really enjoyed the Q& A session, and wish they would have that for more of their guests. I also enjoyed that it was a real lunch, instead of just a tea or other sweet snacks. It's also maybe the 2nd one of these events where I did not have a migraine by the end. I was worried I would have one, since I was shaking so much. But I made it through with flying colors. I'm really working on my health and figuring out what works for me, and I just started a new routine that seems to be working well for me.<br />
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I wore a dress from the brand with a carousel print. My theme was phantom carnival, int he spirit of Halloween. It is the 13 days, afterall. The hat was made my a local lolita accessory maker, though I'm not sure I got her name. On it I put a little masquerade mask made by Mr. Dada, a local duo who make accessories good for lolita, mori girl, and otome styles. I got my thigh highs from socks dreams. The book purse was designed and made by my boyfriend and me. The shoes are by Bobbi Blu, a brand by the same company as Mudd. It is no longer in business.
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Working Hard to one day be as awesome as Fumiko,<br />
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</span><br />Ivy Frozenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481804922031026095noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502242515856979429.post-84795751844027784882012-10-10T21:31:00.001-07:002012-10-10T21:31:13.749-07:00<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/5141349791/" title="Halloween by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="Halloween" height="500" src="http://farm2.staticflickr.com/1258/5141349791_3b38dd8b60.jpg" width="383" /></a><br />
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The Shop is reopened! I have a few ready made halloween dresses ready to ship listed. <a href="http://www.blogger.com/ivyfrozen.etsy.com">Check it out</a>. I should have a few more ready made dresses up later this week.
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ivyfrozen.etsy.comIvy Frozenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481804922031026095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502242515856979429.post-19445092529920537262012-10-09T17:00:00.001-07:002012-10-09T17:04:33.437-07:00How to get the Best Fit<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8038452629/" title="palm sarang dress14 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="palm sarang dress14" height="500" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8309/8038452629_2b05e019c4.jpg" width="333" /></a>
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I want my dresses to fit you very well. Part of the reason I chose to take a break is because I had reason to question how my garments were fitting my customers. So part of what I've been doing over the break is evaluating the fit of my garments on various bodies. To make sure you receive a dress that fits properly, click the read more link and see the causes and solutions for fit issues.
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<strong>1. Make sure you </strong><a href="http://www.ivyfrozen.blogspot.com/2012/10/measurements.html"><strong>take your measurements properly</strong></a><strong>.</strong><br />
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The first thing to always do is to double check your measurements. A lot of people don't know how to take their measurements properly, which is certainly understandable. Most clothing is sold by sizes with small numbers attached, so you don't need to know your measurements; you just try on things until they fit. Clothing size charts are also often inaccurate, so please don't rely on those. Also, your bust size is not your bra size. Read my post on how to take measurements <a href="http://www.ivyfrozen.blogspot.com/2012/10/measurements.html">here</a>.
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This is the number one reason I saw my dresses not fitting properly. Pretty much in every instance I've seen, this was the problem. My dresses are designed to be worn with a properly fitting bra. A bra that fits and is doing its job will keep your breasts located about halfway between your shoulder and your elbow. An improperly fitting bra or no bra at all can result in gaping around the neckline and weird wrinkles around the bodice, as seen in the photo above. The photo above is from a photoshoot I did maybe 2-3 years ago. I did not use the photos from it because the model did not do what was agreed upon, and I've had the lack of bra issue with a few of my models. And while you might not think a bra can fix that, I confirmed during this break that it can and will fix that. A bra that fits you right will help flatter you, making the dress look better on you and have a slimming effect.
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<strong>But this is the bra size I measure to/I was fitted by someone!
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-Often, stores just want to sell you a bra, any bra. Their bra fitters are often not really qualified, especially department stores. I'm also not a fan of Victoria's Secret and even Agent Provocoteur tried to sell me a bra that clearly did not fit.<br />
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-The bra size you measure to is just a starting point. You may measure a certain size, but another size may fit better do to your breasts' shape or spacing. It could also be the style of bra.<br />
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-Bra sizes vary by manufacturer. This means you might wear a different size bra across different brands. <br />
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-A lot of times, the bras are also just graded from a 34B or whatever they consider their median size to be. This means the 34B will have a true fit, but as you get farther away from that size, the fit gets more questionable.<br />
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-Bras are also not immune to the "vanity sizing" or just changing of sizing over time. <br />
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-Your breasts may also grow and/or shrink at a variety of times for a variety of reasons. Many women go up and down a cup size during their monthly cycle.<br />
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-Lingerie models are often wearing bras that do not fit them properly, if you happen to be basing your idea of a bra fitting correctly on that.
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-The bra can also just be poorly made or worn out. A good bra is worth the cost as it will make all your clothes fit better, and you can wear it often. It will also last longer. Bras do stretch out over time. Many places recommend replacing them every 6 months. If you buy a good bra, it will last longer. If you have your bra on it's tightest hook and it's not doing it's job, it's probably time to replace it.<br /><br />
<strong>But bras are so uncomfortable...</strong><br />
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A properly fitting bra should not be uncomfortable. You are probably not wearing the right size bra. Even for larger cup sizes, underwire isn't required, but look for bras with seams on the cups.<br />
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Read below and make sure your bra is fittng right. If it is, you may just be extra sensitive. I would check with a doctor to make sure you're healthy. Also consider a chiropracter as you may just have a alot of inflammation going on or be out of alignment.<br /><br />
<strong>I still don't want to/can't wear a bra for whatever reason.</strong>
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While I am clearly in favor of bras, I understand and respect your decision. If you want to wear a dress fitted in the bodice, look for one with a built in bra or corset. I'm not currently offering that at this time. If you just want a dress, look for a looser, easier fit in the bodice or a stretchy fabric like jersey.
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<br />- Check the cup. Do your breasts fit in the cups and fill them up? Make sure they're not overfilling the cup and spilling out. Underwires should not be digging into you anywhere. Also, make sure the cup is not flapping because your breasts are not filling them up all the way. If your breasts are different cup sizes, fit the larger size and slip a chicken cutlet in with the smaller breast.<br /><br />
- Check the bridge. It's that area in the front that joins the cups, inbetween your breasts. It should sit flat against your chest. It is permissable for it to not lie flat here when you are wearing a push up bra.<br /><br />
- Check the band. It should not be riding up or down in the back. The straps should be snug, but not tight; the band should be doing the work of keeping your breasts up. It should fit snuggly, but you should be able to get two fingers under it. When you first buy your bra, you should hook the bra on the last hook. That way, as you wear it and it stretches out, you can make the back smaller by hooking it on the smaller hooks.<br /><br />
- Check where your breasts are from the side. Is the fullest part about halfway between your shoulder and elbow? Are you comfortable? Good job! Your bra should be fitting you properly.<br /><br />
- If you have large breasts and/or want to go strapless, I recommend a longline bra. They stay up securely, distribute the weight to your torso, and provide a smooth foundation for the dress to lay on.<br />
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- Here's another article that talks about fitting bras and gives some video examples: <a href="http://www.007b.com/bra-fitting.php">http://www.007b.com/bra-fitting.php</a> <br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/6692134781/" title="Snowflake Underbust Jsk18 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="Snowflake Underbust Jsk18" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7155/6692134781_561eef2d18.jpg" width="282" /></a>
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Speaking of undergarments, if the skirt isn't as poofy on you as it is on me in photos, it could be because I'm wearing a petticoat. I wear a petticoat and bloomers under all of my fuller skirted dresses. Even without a petticoat, bloomers help effect the shape below the waist. I'm currently not offering petticoats and bloomers, but I will be soon.<br />
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When looking for a petticoat, select one that's at least 2 inches shorter in length than the skirt of the dress, unless you want it to peek out. <br />
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Malco modes make good petticoats. <a href="http://www.ebay.com/itm/Sweet-Lolita-white-black-Lace-Organza-Petticoat-Skirt-/160649617036?pt=US_CSA_WC_Skirts&hash=item2567769e8c">Here's one</a> that's 18", a good length to get. <a href="http://www.ebay.com/itm/Sweet-Lolita-white-black-Lace-Organza-Petticoat-Skirt-/160649617036?pt=US_CSA_WC_Skirts&hash=item2567769e8c">This one</a> is is a cupcake shaped petticoat, which is good for under skirts and dresses that are gathered at the waist. Feel free to ask me for a petticoat recommendation for any of my dresses. I often layer mine, and might layer those two for ultra poof.<br />
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Bloomers can easily be found on <a href="http://www.etsy.com/search/handmade/clothing/women?q=bloomers&view_type=gallery&ship_to=US&page=2">etsy</a> and <a href="http://www.ebay.com/itm/short-black-cotton-bloomers-steampunk-burlesque-shorts-knickers-sissy-lolita-cd-/110962665503?pt=UK_Women_s_Shorts&hash=item19d5e3e81f">ebay</a>. Again, I'd be happy to recommend some for you if you need and can probably whip up a custom pair for you.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/6692103153/" title="Snowflake Underbust Jsk8 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="Snowflake Underbust Jsk8" height="500" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7173/6692103153_22aed890cb.jpg" width="332" /></a><br /><br /><br /><strong>
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Many of my items with straps have buttons on them to allow them to be adjustable. You can take the button off and resew it
higher or lower on the strap to allow the bodice to sit higher or lower on your torso. <br />
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<strong>5.</strong> <strong>If you're still not happy with the fit, note that I will do alterations for free.</strong> <br />
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You'll just have to pay to ship the dress back to me.
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I went to Maui to visit my boyfriend's family. I designed a couple new dresses for the trip. I actually ended up fixing my boyfriend's mother's sewing machine and sewing them while there. Therefore they aren't the best sewn, and may still get some tweaking yet. Click the Read More! link to see a preview of some new designs I'm working on for you all, including one for you bombshells. <br />
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There's actually a toppled over ship in the background of these images of the ocean.
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8038445226/" title="victorian sailor dress34 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="victorian sailor dress34" height="500" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8453/8038445226_03afbe601d.jpg" width="333" /></a><br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8038446222/" title="victorian sailor dress32 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="victorian sailor dress32" height="339" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8038/8038446222_5b86b30a5d.jpg" width="500" /></a>
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This dress was inspired by a regency dress I saw and a popular style of Victorian dress for girls.
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8038450845/" title="victorian sailor dress17 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="victorian sailor dress17" height="500" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8030/8038450845_98ef36d9e0.jpg" width="301" /></a><br />
I had to try and keep up the tradition of taking photos with these things in sailor dresses.
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8038452629/" title="palm sarang dress14 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="palm sarang dress14" height="500" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8309/8038452629_2b05e019c4.jpg" width="333" /></a>
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8038457446/" title="palm sarang dress13 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="palm sarang dress13" height="500" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8450/8038457446_790c725420.jpg" width="273" /></a><br />
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I finally figured out how to make a wing bust and faux sarang style dress! This style will be available soon in store for all you bombshells.
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8038453829/" title="palm sarang dress12 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="palm sarang dress12" height="347" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8315/8038453829_78fb162b58.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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This is all one tree, by the way. All these photos of trees is actually just one. This banyan tree is the largest in the world, recorded anyways.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8038454405/" title="palm sarang dress11 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="palm sarang dress11" height="408" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8031/8038454405_6dd1d5a2b9.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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It was pretty clean and bug free too.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8038460272/" title="palm sarang dress09 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="palm sarang dress09" height="333" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8315/8038460272_7510e72c46.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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Those little hanging things grow down and some of them become the new faux trunk-like things<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8038461180/" title="palm sarang dress07 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="palm sarang dress07" height="333" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8174/8038461180_e58be6719e.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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I fell pretty soon after taking these. It was me or the dress. I chose the dress and luckily managed to avoid any injuries myself.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8038457449/" title="palm sarang dress05 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="palm sarang dress05" height="333" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8459/8038457449_f0b66f2f13.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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Oh, and I have a purse shaped like a coconut now. It is awesome.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8038457907/" title="palm sarang dress04 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="palm sarang dress04" height="333" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8457/8038457907_5847466c2b.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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We rode the train, and I got engaged. But more on that later.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8038463508/" title="palm sarang dress01 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="palm sarang dress01" height="333" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8320/8038463508_d51b5ee035.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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It's called the sugar cane train but there was no suger cane. <br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8038464410/" title="hula dress18 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="hula dress18" height="500" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8452/8038464410_3b10b7a484.jpg" width="333" /></a><br />
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I made a hula dress too. It's a pretty simple, classic. It'll likely be jazzed up a bit the next time you see it.
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8038466008/" title="hula dress15 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="hula dress15" height="500" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8030/8038466008_1c3d41a49c.jpg" width="333" /></a><br />
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A lot of famous people stayed at this hotel. They even shot that step by step hawaiian episode here, apparently. <br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8038462263/" title="hula dress14 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="hula dress14" height="500" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8449/8038462263_cf793dfc8c.jpg" width="333" /></a><br />
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There were giant koi in this pond, the biggest I've ever seen. They could barely keep themselves underwater.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8038463379/" title="hula dress12 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="hula dress12" height="500" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8320/8038463379_d0980df29a.jpg" width="333" /></a><br />
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The lobby of the hotel.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8038467567/" title="hula dress06 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="hula dress06" height="500" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8317/8038467567_7a836634d5.jpg" width="348" /></a><br />
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We came to the hotel to eat at this restaurant.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8038473286/" title="hula dress04 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="hula dress04" height="500" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8031/8038473286_a43acd2bbf.jpg" width="333" /></a><br />
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Their breakfast wasn't very good.
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8038475990/" title="exotic leopard25 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="exotic leopard25" height="500" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8451/8038475990_17bf343e1f.jpg" width="333" /></a><br />
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Another restaurant we had breakfast in. This time, it was on a mountain.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8038472037/" title="exotic leopard24 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="exotic leopard24" height="500" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8310/8038472037_59574f9219.jpg" width="333" /></a><br />
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I couldn't wear heels everywhere.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8038477384/" title="exotic leopard22 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="exotic leopard22" height="500" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8030/8038477384_038336dc3c.jpg" width="333" /></a><br />
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This is my exotic kitty dress. The bodice is designed to look a bit like a wild cat's head. <br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8038478300/" title="exotic leopard20 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="exotic leopard20" height="333" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8180/8038478300_c8f6170b3b.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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It also has a lot of very subtle kitty cat details.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8038478846/" title="exotic leopard19 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="exotic leopard19" height="333" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8309/8038478846_506e24f235.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8038475449/" title="exotic leopard17 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="exotic leopard17" height="288" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8462/8038475449_2ccfeba529.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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The trim on the hem has little cats embroidered on it.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8038475943/" title="exotic leopard16 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="exotic leopard16" height="477" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8321/8038475943_ccf282e5ff.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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If you click through to the big size pictures, you can see the cats I embroidered all over the skirt<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8038482272/" title="exotic leopard13 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="exotic leopard13" height="500" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8313/8038482272_287f1f3cff.jpg" width="333" /></a><br />
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It's a pretty comfortable dress, made in a linen blend.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8038483192/" title="exotic leopard11 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="exotic leopard11" height="333" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8040/8038483192_227741b80d.jpg" width="500" /></a>
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8038479463/" title="exotic leopard09 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="exotic leopard09" height="269" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8455/8038479463_5014d261c6.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8038480153/" title="exotic leopard08 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="exotic leopard08" height="500" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8031/8038480153_7998c99aae.jpg" width="333" /></a><br />
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I also gave it a zip down the back and two pockets, making it a perfect dress for me to run errands in.<br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8038488526/" title="exotic leopard01 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="exotic leopard01" height="500" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8457/8038488526_44830fe08d.jpg" width="407" /></a><br />
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Sewing forever!<br />
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<br />Ivy Frozenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481804922031026095noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502242515856979429.post-74260486655461471622012-10-02T18:29:00.002-07:002012-10-02T19:03:04.761-07:00Fashion Show--Fanime 2012<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8048945174/" title="412311_10150863619041958_507336957_214864405_1789606698_o by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="412311_10150863619041958_507336957_214864405_1789606698_o" height="333" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8042/8048945174_d9bc122115.jpg" width="500" /></a><br />
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I held my first fashion show earlier this year at Fanime 2012. It was part of the Indie Lolita Designer Fashion Show. It was my first show, so I learned a lot and will be more prepared next time. Despite my failings, I was still very proud of my models and my designs. Click the read more! link to see my portion of the show. Image heavy!
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8048939049/" title="Baudelaire 4 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="Baudelaire 4" height="500" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8321/8048939049_6665642679.jpg" width="333" /></a>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8048938817/" title="Bow Peep Bodice 1 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="Bow Peep Bodice 1" height="500" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8461/8048938817_a6282fac79.jpg" width="333" /></a>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8048944368/" title="bow peep dress 2 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="bow peep dress 2" height="500" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8309/8048944368_b3b93f36c3.jpg" width="333" /></a>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8048938427/" title="bow peep dress 4 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="bow peep dress 4" height="500" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8455/8048938427_91350a28a9.jpg" width="333" /></a>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8048944014/" title="bow peep dress 5 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="bow peep dress 5" height="500" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8031/8048944014_0e3d256cd6.jpg" width="333" /></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8048938181/" title="Fairy Tale 1 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img alt="Fairy Tale 1" height="500" src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8040/8048938181_39de40589f.jpg" width="333" /></a>
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<strong>Forest Dress</strong>
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<strong>Group Shots</strong>
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<strong>Two Videos of the Whole Show From Stage & Audience</strong><br />
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I get a lot of questions about measurements, so I figured I should make a blog post about it. This blog post will be updated as needed.<span class="fullpost"><br />
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The main measurements I need for a dress are your overbust, bust and waist measurements. Optional measurements you can provide for a better fit are your bra size, your overbust/chest measurement, your back length to natural waist, and your height. Feel free to throw in any other measurements you want and mention any fit issues you tend to have or any concerns you have. <br />
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<strong>Genral Information for Taking Measurements</strong><br />-It's best to take the measurements over the garments you'll be wearing under the dress or garment. It might not seem like it, but wearing a different bra or not wearing one at all can make a difference.<br />
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-Make sure your undergarments fit you properly! Your bust should be about halfway between your shoulder and elbow. If it's not, your bra is not doing its job. My dresses are designed to be worn with a properly fitting bra.<br />
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-You can find tape measures for about a $1 at a number of places. Supermarkets and big box stores like Wal*Mart and Target all carry them in addition to fabric stores. Look for them in the sewing and repair section,<br /><br />-If you don't have a tape measure, you can use a ribbon or string. Just wrap in around yourself, mark where the measurement should be, and then measure it flat with a ruler.<br />
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-When you measure, stand how you normally stand. <br />
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-When you take your measurements, the measureing tape should be snug, but not tight. It shouldn't be digging into your skin. <br />
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-I recommend having a friend help you take the measurents, as having to bend over or hold the tape in place can effect some measurements.<br />
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<br /> <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/8048857547/" title="ladybug romper measure guide by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8309/8048857547_dcc392f292.jpg" width="500" height="425" alt="ladybug romper measure guide"></a>
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<strong>How to take the Measurements I Require</strong><br />
-For your <strong>overbust/chest measurement</strong>-This measurement is taken over bust and under your arms. It helps prevent gaping at the neckline. Think of where the neckline would be on a strapless dress.<br />
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-For your <strong>bust</strong>- measure around the fullest part of your bust (across your nipples) and around your back, keeping the measuring tape as straight horizontally as you can. You want it snug but not pinching in.<br />
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-For your <strong>waist</strong>- measure around your natural waist which is usually about an inch or two below your rib cage. To find it, just bend sideways and measure straight across where the bend is.<br />
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Here's two videos that show how to take measurements:<br />
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<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RAMv9hS5Lz4&NR=1">www.youtube.com/watch?v=RAMv9hS5Lz4&NR=1</a><br />
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<strong>Additional Measurements (and when to provide them)</strong><br />
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-You can provide as many measurements as you'd like. The more measurements you provide, the better the fit will be. At worst, I just won't use them. If in doubt, just send it in.
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--<strong>underbust</strong>- This measurement is taken right under your bust. If you see a seam line under the bust, this is a good measurement to send in if you want a snug fit. <br /><br />-<strong>bra size</strong>- Most of my dresses are drafted for a B cup standard. A couple of them are drafted to a D cup. If your cup size is larger than that, it may cause the waistline to rise in the front a bit (as well as the hem), your chest to look a little squished giving you more cleavage, and possibly gaping at the neckline. The gaping usually isn't a problem if the dress has shirring and back lacing. The waist may also be raised up a bit in the front. If your bust is smaller than a B cup, you may have some extra fabric in the bust area that wrinkles.<br />
<br />-your <strong>back length to natural waist</strong>- This helps me adjust the bodice so the waistine will sit in the right place. The dress will likely still fit, but it's surprising how much difference an inch (or even less) can make in how flattering the dress is. It'll fit and look good, but it'll fit and look even better when the waist line is at the right place on you.<br /><br />-your<strong> height</strong>- This is if you are taller or shorter than 5'4" to 5'6", then likely the length of the bodice and or skirt needs to be longer or shorter respectively. Send in your back length along with this measurement for best results, since standard I'll adjust the bodice length by 1 inch and the skirt length by 2. Not every body has a longer or shorter torso and legs. <br />
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-your <strong>shoulders- </strong>The standard shoulders on my dresses tend to be adjusted to be a little bit smaller. This is good for those of you who have narrow shoulders or trouble with straps falling off your shoulders all the time. It's a good measurement to provide if you order anything with sleeves from me. This measurement is measured from the bone in your shoulder, behind your neck, to the bone in your shoulder. It's pretty much right where your arm starts and your shoulder ends. The pictures will be updated in the next day or two to show this measurement.</span><br />
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<span class="fullpost">Here's another video showing how to take measurements:</span><br />
<span class="fullpost"><br /><br /><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WbpCs0H5nSM&feature=related">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WbpCs0H5nSM&feature=related</a></span>Ivy Frozenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481804922031026095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502242515856979429.post-16737767343133532452012-01-25T00:47:00.000-08:002012-01-25T12:46:48.213-08:00Rose Tea<div><a title="Group Photo Heart Chain by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/6759324949/"><img alt="Group Photo Heart Chain" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7008/6759324949_4e137aa029.jpg" width="500" height="356" /></a><br /><br />On Sunday January 22nd, a group of local lolitas met up for tea at Rose Tea in San Francisco. Click the read more link for a write up of the meet and a review of the tea house.<br /><br /><span class="fullpost"><br /><a title="It was Rainy by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/6759283683/"><img alt="It was Rainy" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7143/6759283683_1fefc0588a.jpg" width="500" height="332" /></a><br /><br />It was raining off and on. The Rose Tea Lounge is located near Golden Gate Park on Irving Street in San Francisco. It's kind of a steep, hilly area, and it was difficult to find parking. Two members of the group spent an hour and a half trying to find parking, and missed much of the tea. My group managed to arrive early and find parking in a small nearby lot.<br /><br />Parking: 2/5<br /><br /><a title="The Food by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/6759281161/"><img alt="The Food" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7025/6759281161_5770828e69.jpg" width="500" height="363" /></a><br /><br />While we waited for guests to arrive, a small feast was laid out. There was plenty of food for all, including things I liked. I'm a very picky eater who doesn't really like fancy, complicated food, so that's a big plus for me. There was plenty left over, so even the people who arrived late didn't miss out on choices.<br /><br />Amount and Variety of Food: 5/5<br /><br /><a title="Rose Tea by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/6759298795/"><img alt="Rose Tea" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7007/6759298795_38eae163ba.jpg" width="373" height="500" /></a><br /><br />Even though I was in it for the fruit, I found myself enjoying the treats as well. I especially enjoyed the coconut cookies dipped in chocolate and the almond tarts. I was informed by others that the sandwiches tasted good and were filling. There wasn't a complaint about any of the food.<br /><br />Food: 4/5<br /><br /><a title="Rose Tea by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/6759289401/"><img alt="Rose Tea" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7160/6759289401_b51ef18bb4.jpg" width="283" height="500" /></a><br /><br />Unfortunately, considering they're a tea house, the tea wasn't particularly good. It was kind of weak, an not flavorful enough. I was glad that I ordered a cup of hot cocoa, which was good. We tried their cherry tea and their apple cider tea. It smelled really good but failed to deliver.<br /><br />Tea: 2/5<br /><br /><a title="Rose Tea by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/6759299837/"><img alt="Rose Tea" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7151/6759299837_5d7dc04c65.jpg" width="500" height="312" /></a><br /><br />Everyone mingled really well. It seemed no one was left out, as can sometimes happen at meet ups when people just stick to the people they know. The teahouse was comfortable, not too hot, not too cold, and smelled of flowers since they also sold flowers. It was nicely decorated, but the floors and ceiling were left out.<br /><br />Atmosphere: 4/5<br /><br /><a title="Figuring Out Group Photo by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/6759309943/"><img alt="Figuring Out Group Photo" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7154/6759309943_c595969646.jpg" width="500" height="332" /></a><br /><br />After eating, it was time for photos! <br /><br /><a title="group shot 2 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/6759314871/"><img alt="group shot 2" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7159/6759314871_e73db26052.jpg" width="500" height="332" /></a><br /><br />The ladies all got together for a group picture, while the menfolk obeidiently took photos. The shop staff also were very excited to take photos too!<br /><br /><a title="Rose Tea by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/6759333933/"><img alt="Rose Tea" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7146/6759333933_35f62c6655.jpg" width="500" height="332" /></a><br /><br />Shoe flower!<br /><br /><a title="Rose Tea by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/6759337431/"><img alt="Rose Tea" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7154/6759337431_02ce984719.jpg" width="279" height="500" /></a><br /><br />Then individual shots. Everyone was really shy for some reason, so I went first. I wore my Cars and Guitars dress. It was inspired by Angelic Pretty's Classic Melody jsk, Heather Ross's wonderful print, and Tori Amos's song Cars and Guitars. I made it quickly for her concert in Oakland back in December. I paired it with Angelic Pretty's Melody Doll piano bag in white for the concert, but took my new pink violin bag for the tea party. My shoes are from lovelyshoes.net and decorated with a shoe clip off a pair of Baby the Stars Shine Bright shoes and a pair of guitarr earrings from clairs. The headband was made by me. The necklace is from Alice and the Pirates.<br /><br /><a title="Rose Tea by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/6759360937/"><img alt="Rose Tea" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7032/6759360937_553645d09e.jpg" width="284" height="500" /></a><br /><br />A lovely couple. I actually do know everyone's first names, but I don't wish to reveal them to the internet. The gentleman is in mostly black peace now I believe, and the lady is wearing black peace now boots. Her dress and headbow looks to be from either baby the stars shine bright or angelic pretty.<br /><br /><a title="Rose Tea by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/6759362859/"><img alt="Rose Tea" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7161/6759362859_ba200d06b0.jpg" width="286" height="500" /></a><br /><br />Our lovely hostess! She's wearing baby the stars shine bright starry sky of mother goose print skirt. <br /><br /><a title="Rose Tea by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/6759356937/"><img alt="Rose Tea" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7003/6759356937_af268dd9e9.jpg" width="300" height="500" /></a><br /><br />My new best friend! Naw, really. I'm not sure what she's wearing, but it looks super cute.<br /><br /><a title="Rose Tea by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/6759355031/"><img alt="Rose Tea" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7149/6759355031_3ac3bc28bd.jpg" width="318" height="500" /></a><br /><br />Angelic Pretty's Suger Hearts Twins!<br /><br /><a title="Rose Tea by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/6759352743/"><img alt="Rose Tea" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7025/6759352743_442d73fc45.jpg" width="293" height="500" /></a><br /><br />This girl shall forever be known n my head as nutella. She's in Alice and the Pirate's Melty Mermaid op.<br /><br /><a title="Rose Tea by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/6759350605/"><img alt="Rose Tea" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7018/6759350605_431b5cbfd0.jpg" width="301" height="500" /></a><br /><br />This girl is looking sweet in Metamorphose's Twinkle Journey Jsk.<br /><br /><a title="Rose Tea by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/6759346333/"><img alt="Rose Tea" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7015/6759346333_4dc6126ffa.jpg" width="300" height="500" /></a><br /><br />She's wearing a bow print from Angelic Pretty expertly coordinated with some pink with white polka dotted shoes from Baby the Stars Shine Bright.<br /><br /><a title="Rose Tea by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/6759339273/"><img alt="Rose Tea" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7162/6759339273_a7f5df7283.jpg" width="297" height="500" /></a><br /><br />This young lady looks to be wearing Angel's Whisper in the Holy Night JSK from Baby the stars shine bright and making it look amazing.<br /><br /><a title="Rose Tea by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/6759344451/"><img alt="Rose Tea" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7164/6759344451_33b28b0641.jpg" width="332" height="500" /></a><br /><br />My honey pilfering blueberries and looking dashing in his first brand purchase, a black piece now tie. I love it with that shirt!<br /><br />After photos came the awkward moment when the bill was sorted out. Even though only 14 people showed, the reservation was for 17. We had to pay for 15 people, which I guess was the minimum for our package. The staff were very friendly and good at allowing substitutions to the menu, such as the hot chocolate for me at no extra cost. They also had a piano player who played in the afternoon. They could sometimes be hard to track down and weren't the most attentive to our party.<br /><br />Tea House Service: 4/5 <br /><br />Overall, the meet was a success and a lot of fun. I give the teahouse a 3.5/5. The food was good, the atmosphere was nice, the staff was friendly, and the food was good; however, parking could be a nightmare and the tea could be better.<br /></div></span>Ivy Frozenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481804922031026095noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502242515856979429.post-48028693020881731322011-11-24T12:00:00.000-08:002011-11-24T12:08:55.477-08:00Happy Thanksgiving!<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/6219363863/" title="Yellow Kitty Dress9 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm7.staticflickr.com/6038/6219363863_51a7946e16.jpg" width="358" height="500" alt="Yellow Kitty Dress9"></a><br /><br />Happy Thanksgiving everyone! I know I've been sparce around here, but I hope to pick up my blogging soon. You've all been so supportive of me. To give thanks to all my customers, those of you who like my shop, blog, and facebook page, here's a 10% off discount good for the whole shop! blackfriday 11<br /><br />Monday I should add a bushel of new clearance items and a few new regulular items too. ;D If you haven't checked out the items I uploaded this week, give them a look, and as always, I welcome your feedback.<br /><br />Hope you're all having a good time,<br /><br />Ivy<br /><br />Ivy Frozenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481804922031026095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502242515856979429.post-83442700766845813412011-10-04T14:32:00.001-07:002011-10-04T14:46:09.257-07:00New Stuff in Store<p align="center"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/83113043/ghoul-girl-dress?ref=v1_other_2"><img alt="Ghoul Girl Dress5" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6137/6208899007_1bd567d5b6.jpg" width="332" height="500" /></a></p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/83113043/ghoul-girl-dress?ref=v1_other_2"><div align="left"> </div></a><p></p><div><br /><br />New stuff being uploaded finally! And some old favorites are finally making their return. New stuff all week. Check back frequently. I have some Halloween things up and hope to add two more later this week with 3/4" sleeves.<br /><br />The celebrate, free shipping within the us and discounted shipping worldwide! Woo!<br /><br />Just enter the coupon code: FreeShipUSA<br /><br />Very busy,<br /><br />Ivy Frozen<br /><br />ivyfrozen.etsy.com</div>Ivy Frozenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481804922031026095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502242515856979429.post-84859070133118887562011-08-24T18:10:00.000-07:002011-08-24T19:15:24.514-07:00Under Construction<p align="center"><a title="Swan Lake3 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/6077944901/"><img alt="Swan Lake3" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6194/6077944901_0823a63735_z.jpg" width="392" height="640" /></a></p><a title="Swan Lake3 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/6077944901/"><div align="left"> </div></a><p></p><div><br /><br />Silent this week while I work on the websites. Codes should be fixed on the blog now, yay! Let me know if you're still having trouble. Feedback on the current main site would also be appreciated as I buckle down and work on a html version. Let me know what you like and don't like, please!<br /><br />http://www.ivyfrozen.com/<br /><br />Figuring out her codes,<br /><br />Ivy Frozen<br /></div><div>P.S. Wearing:</div><div> </div><div>metamorphose top and skirt</div><div>baby the stars shine bright shoes</div><div>and clairs socks</div>Ivy Frozenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481804922031026095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502242515856979429.post-46652182841710124322011-08-17T15:07:00.001-07:002011-08-23T22:59:33.326-07:00How to Coordinate Like a Boss Part 1: The Golden Rule<div><div><p align="center"><a title="Polkadot Punk 11 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/6055161488/"><img alt="Polkadot Punk 11" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6068/6055161488_8d9b6e0aaa.jpg" width="333" height="500" /></a></p><a title="Polkadot Punk 11 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/6055161488/"><div align="left"> </div></a><div align="left">Hello, children. Today I want to talk to you about something very important: your bodies...
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<br />The golden rule is to look nice and flatter yourself. This rule supersedes everything else. You can break many rules in a style as long as you come out looking awesome. Don't get too caught up with trying to create a lolita or vintage look or whatever style you're going after and forget that. In most styles, that is the key to working it. Also, everything you do doesn't have to be in that style. If you have a dress specifically for that style, it doesn't mean you always have to wear it in that style. Here's a handy flowchart to help you get dressed in the morning:
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<br />P.S. if you haven't fanned our facebook page, go over and give it a like. It's a lot easier to post small updates over there, so I'll probably post daily there and once a week (or more!) over here.
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<br />http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Ivy-Frozen-Productions/149607545056447</p></div></div></span>Ivy Frozenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481804922031026095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502242515856979429.post-28883113660585923792011-08-10T22:01:00.000-07:002011-08-10T22:14:06.008-07:00Sale<p align="center"><a title="Mermaid5 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/6010646978/"><img alt="Mermaid5" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6124/6010646978_9420876cce_z.jpg" width="228" height="640" /></a></p><a title="Mermaid5 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/6010646978/"><div align="left"> </div></a><p></p><div><br /><br />Check out the sample sale going on this week in the shop. New items will be added daily. $30 dresses. They aren't up to my current standard, but they're certaiunly wearable and won't fall apart on you. And they look nice =) Certainly worth $30. Hurry over if you've been eyeing something before it's gone!<br /><br />The above dress won't be making a full appearance yet, but it's more of a teaser on upcoming things =)<br /><br />Doing out with the old!<br /><br />Ivy Frozen</div>Ivy Frozenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481804922031026095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502242515856979429.post-83773277536505557082011-08-03T15:44:00.000-07:002011-08-03T19:25:11.296-07:00Snow White and Rose Red<a title="red riding hood dress preview by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/6006932066/"><img alt="red riding hood dress preview" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6127/6006932066_b167568e61_z.jpg" width="422" height="640" /></a><br /><br />I'm working on a fall* collection for you all inspired by the story of <a href="http://www.authorama.com/grimms-fairy-tales-63.html">Snow White and Rose Red</a>. But I'm expanding the story a bit; Snow White is also the Snow White of <a href="http://www.pitt.edu/~dash/type0709.html">Snow White </a>and the Seven Dwarves fame and Rose Red is also <a href="http://www.pitt.edu/~dash/type0333.html">Red Riding Hood</a>. Here's a quick sneak peak of one of the dresses in it, though this isn't the final version. <br /><br />Working away,<br /><br />Ivy Frozen<br /><br />*Don't worry! I'll continue to offer my usual spring and summer things and I'll still be accepting custom orders. =)<br />Ivy Frozenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481804922031026095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502242515856979429.post-66986895029317167182011-08-02T19:47:00.000-07:002011-08-02T19:48:10.374-07:00Take to the Sky<div><div>I haven't posted my creations in a while, in part because I didn't have a song to use. Health and other issues have kept me from listening to music as much as I usually do. =( Music is the one art I don't do at all, but it also has the biggest impact on me. I usually have a song in my head, but this time I didn't. Luckily, Tori has come to the rescue again. She has a song for everything, and I'm excited to see her again in December. For this post, I've selected "Take to the Sky." I think it's very relevant to both this blog and myself at this point in time. I'll give you all credit and let you determine what the song is about.<br /><br /><span class="fullpost"><br /><a title="Pirate by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4463666024/"><img alt="Pirate" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2784/4463666024_431554aa4f.jpg" width="271" height="500" /></a><br /><br />this House is like<em><strong><span style="font-size:130%;"> Russia<br /><br /></span></strong></em><a title="Beatrix Potter by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4455348582/"><img alt="Beatrix Potter" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4066/4455348582_252107ac71.jpg" width="258" height="500" /></a><br /><br />with<strong> <span style="font-size:130%;">eyes</span></strong> <em><span style="color:#000000;">cold</span> </em>and <em><span style="color:#999999;">grey...<br /><br /></span></em><a title="Blue Unicorns18 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4966042412/"><img alt="Blue Unicorns18" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4083/4966042412_4619527fc0.jpg" width="375" height="500" /></a><br /><br />You got me moving in a <em>circle<br /><br /></em><a title="Snow White Shoot Apple by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4008731947/"><img alt="Snow White Shoot Apple" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2552/4008731947_b57df20a0c.jpg" width="229" height="500" /></a><br /><br />I dyed my hair <span style="font-size:130%;color:#ff0000;">Red</span> today.<br /><br /><a title="Fun House 2 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/3904177187/"><img alt="Fun House 2" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2542/3904177187_77bef3e71a.jpg" width="244" height="500" /></a><br /><br />I just want <span style="font-size:78%;">a</span><span style="font-size:85%;"> </span><span style="font-size:78%;">little</span><span style="font-size:130%;"> <em><strong>passion<br /><br /></strong></em></span><a title="babette 3 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/3904931290/"><img alt="babette 3" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2633/3904931290_f7471c9ce7.jpg" width="246" height="500" /></a><br /><br />to hold me in the <span style="font-size:130%;"><strong><em>dark...<br /><br /></em></strong></span><a title="cherokee by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/3727894413/"><img alt="cherokee" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2664/3727894413_ca814afb9e.jpg" width="363" height="500" /></a><br /><br />I know I've got some <em><span style="font-size:130%;">magic<br /></span> </em><br /><a title="Snow White Big Top Heart by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4009502660/"><img alt="Snow White Big Top Heart" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2660/4009502660_7cae8f8aaa.jpg" width="254" height="500" /></a><br /></span></div><br /><div><span class="fullpost">buried </span></div><br /><div style="font-weight: bold;"><span class="fullpost"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size:180%;">Deep</span></span> </span></div><br /><br /><div><span class="fullpost"></span></div><br /><div><span class="fullpost" style="font-size:78%;">in my <span style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;">heart,</span> </span></div><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/5445837717/" title="Valentine6 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5132/5445837717_ec4242b0d9_z.jpg" alt="Valentine6" width="401" height="640" /></a><br /><div><span class="fullpost"></span></div><br /><div><span class="fullpost">yeah. </span></div><br /><span class="fullpost"><div><a title="Cinderella Dress5 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4965407793/"><img alt="Cinderella Dress5" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4113/4965407793_9e0020093b.jpg" width="375" height="500" /></a><br /><br />but my<strong><span style="font-size:130%;"> priest</span></strong> says,<br /><br /><a title="The Tartan Soldier by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4455347112/"><img alt="The Tartan Soldier" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4059/4455347112_3cc0f71736.jpg" width="406" height="500" /></a><br /><br />"You ain't<strong> savin'</strong> no <em><strong>souls."<br /><br /></strong></em> </div><div><a title="Minnie by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/3904961296/"><img alt="Minnie" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2607/3904961296_7e2be2c45e.jpg" width="254" height="500" /></a> </div><br /><div><br />My <strong><em><span style="font-size:130%;">father</span></em></strong> says, </div><br /><div><br /><a title="The last Unicorn by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4009510034/"><img alt="The last Unicorn" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2427/4009510034_69e718ebcf.jpg" width="237" height="500" /></a> </div><br /><div><br />"You ain't<strong> makin'</strong> any <em><strong>money</strong></em>." </div><br /><div><br /><a title="giraffe skirt2 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4009529128/"><img alt="giraffe skirt2" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2435/4009529128_a664045572.jpg" width="295" height="500" /></a><br /><br />My <em><span style="font-size:180%;">doctor </span></em>says,<br /><br /></div><div><a title="Queen Serenity by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4008753247/"><img alt="Queen Serenity" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3531/4008753247_865e09d8ce.jpg" width="389" height="500" /></a> </div><br /><div><br /><em><span style="font-size:85%;">"You just took it to the <strong>limit."</strong></span></em> </div><br /><div><br /><a title="The Brown Queen by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4454568829/"><img alt="The Brown Queen" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2794/4454568829_c9009a5df3.jpg" width="234" height="500" /></a> </div><br /><div><br />And Here I <strong>Stand </strong></div><br /><div><br /><a title="Tarten Soldier5 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4454567893/"><img alt="Tarten Soldier5" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2794/4454567893_61e4424127.jpg" width="348" height="500" /></a> </div><br /><div><br />... </div><br /><div><br /><a title="Clocks4 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4750632456/"><img alt="Clocks4" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4143/4750632456_c65ed3bc95.jpg" width="375" height="500" /></a> </div><br /><div><br />with this<span style="font-size:130%;"> <strong>sword</strong></span> in my hand!<br /></div></span><div><br /><span class="fullpost"><br /><a title="Beauty and the beast set3 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4008766063/"><img alt="Beauty and the beast set3" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2460/4008766063_66e08c35c6.jpg" width="260" height="500" /></a> </span></div><span class="fullpost"><br /><div><br /><em>you can say it one more<span style="font-size:130%;"> <strong>time</strong></span></em><strong> </strong></div><br /><div><br /><a title="Tarten Soldier2 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4455347174/"><img alt="Tarten Soldier2" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4051/4455347174_d0dc146cdd.jpg" width="313" height="500" /></a> </div><br /><div><br />WHAT YOU<strong> <em>DON'T</em></strong> <em>LIKE</em></div><br /><div><br /><a title="doodles3 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4009539248/"><img alt="doodles3" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2433/4009539248_a6c5a3f597.jpg" width="295" height="500" /></a> </div><br /><div><br /><strong>Let Me<span style="font-size:180%;"> Hear</span> It <span style="font-size:180%;">One</span> More <span style="font-size:180%;">Time</span></strong><span style="font-size:180%;"> </span></div><br /><div><br /><a title="Triforce by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4009513564/"><img alt="Triforce" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2608/4009513564_f5bb760cfd.jpg" width="306" height="500" /></a><br /></div><br /><div>and have a seat while<strong><em><span style="font-size:130%;"> I</span></em></strong><br /><br /><a title="Benjamin Bunny by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4454568317/"><img alt="Benjamin Bunny" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4053/4454568317_246ee9c408.jpg" width="270" height="500" /></a> </div><br /><div><br />take to the sky. </div><br /><div><br /><a title="frog princess by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4462881267/"><img alt="frog princess" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2732/4462881267_657498a7d2.jpg" width="500" height="478" /></a> </div><br /><div><br />take to the <span style="font-style: italic;">sky.</span> </div><br /><div><br /><a title="Dumbo by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4463659654/"><img alt="Dumbo" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4022/4463659654_23fcfc9d77.jpg" width="500" height="375" /></a><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />Take</span> to the <span style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;">sky</span></span>.<br /><br /><a title="beach bunny3 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4008778557/"><img alt="beach bunny3" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2655/4008778557_9bd7556bef.jpg" width="500" height="496" /></a><br /><br />my heart is Like the<span style="font-style: italic;"> ocean</span>...<br /><br /><a title="Nautical Set55 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4966531554/"><img alt="Nautical Set55" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4153/4966531554_bb34d3aba5.jpg" width="359" height="500" /></a><br /><br />it <span style="font-weight: bold;">Gets</span> in the <span style="font-style: italic;">way</span>...<br /><br /><a title="Winter Sky9 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4749997927/"><img alt="Winter Sky9" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4121/4749997927_c05f78cbea.jpg" width="375" height="500" /></a><br /><br />so close to touching <span style="font-weight: bold;font-size:130%;" >Freedom</span>!<br /><br /><a title="Rose Red13 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4750645258/"><img alt="Rose Red13" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4099/4750645258_0025887ee6.jpg" width="339" height="500" /></a><br /><br />then I hear the guards call my name.<br /><br /><a title="Clocks Back by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4750630978/"><img alt="Clocks Back" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4136/4750630978_f2e717554d.jpg" width="375" height="500" /></a><br /><br /><span><span class="fullpost">but my<strong><span style="font-size:130%;"> priest</span></strong> says,</span></span><br /><br /><a title="Rose Red10 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4750643758/"><img alt="Rose Red10" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4076/4750643758_7cbbf96e5c.jpg" width="326" height="500" /></a><br /><br /><span><span class="fullpost">"You ain't<strong> savin'</strong> no <em><strong>souls."</strong></em></span></span><br /><br /><a title="Mermaid Forest6 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4965604959/"><img alt="Mermaid Forest6" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4088/4965604959_b9d467467f.jpg" width="375" height="500" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;">My <span style="font-weight: bold;">father</span> says,<br /></span><br /><a title="She's a Lady6 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4614299387/"><img alt="She's a Lady6" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3371/4614299387_d1a00e47df.jpg" width="288" height="500" /></a><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><br />"You ain't <span style="font-weight: bold;">makin' </span>any <span style="font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;">money</span>."</span><br /><br /><a title="dalmatians3 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4966107306/"><img alt="dalmatians3" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4087/4966107306_df7590262f.jpg" width="375" height="500" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;">My <span style="font-weight: bold;">doctor</span> says,</span><br /><br /><a title="Western Masterpiece15 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4966069707/"><img alt="Western Masterpiece15" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4118/4966069707_86218fdf69.jpg" width="375" height="500" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">"You just took it to the<span style="font-weight: bold;"> limit</span>."</span><br /><br /><a title="Clocks3 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4749989867/"><img alt="Clocks3" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4123/4749989867_eba4759165.jpg" width="375" height="500" /></a><br /><br />And <span style="font-size:130%;">Here</span> <span style="font-size:130%;">I</span><span style="font-size:180%;"> Stand</span>.<br /><br /><a title="Clocks5 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4750632934/"><img alt="Clocks5" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4080/4750632934_b2a90e1676.jpg" width="336" height="500" /></a><br /><br />with this <span style="font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;">sword</span> in my hand.<br /><br /><a title="Rose Red7 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4750000513/"><img alt="Rose Red7" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4073/4750000513_ec59844f2d.jpg" width="301" height="500" /></a><br /><br />you can say <span style="font-weight: bold;font-size:130%;" >it</span> one more <span style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;">time</span>...<br /><br /><a title="tropical skirtini23 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4966017315/"><img alt="tropical skirtini23" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4130/4966017315_f83a9d6253.jpg" width="370" height="500" /></a><br /><br />what <span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">you</span></span> don't <span style="font-style: italic;">like</span>.<br /><br /><a title="tropical skirtini5 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4966581372/"><img alt="tropical skirtini5" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4129/4966581372_69792b6bc2.jpg" width="375" height="500" /></a><br /><br />let me <span style="font-weight: bold;">hear</span> it one more time<br /><br /><a title="Valentine's Sweatheart by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4751289388/"><img alt="Valentine's Sweatheart" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4100/4751289388_7cac96c451.jpg" width="348" height="500" /></a><br /><br />and have a seat <span style="font-style: italic;">while <span style="font-weight: bold;">I</span></span><br /><br /><a title="tropical skirtini12 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4965990473/"><img alt="tropical skirtini12" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4087/4965990473_92ff6f4459.jpg" width="336" height="500" /></a><br /><br />take to the sky.<br /><br /><a title="Clocks7 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4749991743/"><img alt="Clocks7" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4136/4749991743_f63c042b4d.jpg" width="494" height="500" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;">take to the sky-y</span><br /><br /><a title="Nautical Set30 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4965907979/"><img alt="Nautical Set30" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4129/4965907979_8f829509e1.jpg" width="375" height="500" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-size:180%;">take to the sky-y</span><br /><br /><a title="Blue Unicorns1 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4966019354/"><img alt="Blue Unicorns1" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4127/4966019354_a77e3ea874.jpg" width="408" height="500" /></a><br /><br />if<span style="font-weight: bold;"> you </span>don't like<br /><br /><a title="Mermaid Forest4 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4965602781/"><img alt="Mermaid Forest4" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4129/4965602781_236dc6d151.jpg" width="375" height="500" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">me</span><br /><br /><a title="Nautical Set65 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4966554688/"><img alt="Nautical Set65" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4109/4966554688_ac60b2324d.jpg" width="294" height="500" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">just</span> a <span style="font-style: italic;font-size:78%;" >little</span><br /><br /><a title="Cinderella Dress9 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4965417157/"><img alt="Cinderella Dress9" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4113/4965417157_63f02cb666.jpg" width="375" height="500" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">why</span> do<span style="font-weight: bold;"> you</span><br /><br /><a title="Blue Unicorns21 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4966049938/"><img alt="Blue Unicorns21" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4113/4966049938_490fbd5846.jpg" width="375" height="500" /></a><br /><br /> <span style="font-style: italic;"> around</span>?<br /><span><span class="fullpost"><span style="font-weight: bold;">hang</span> </span></span><br /><br /><a title="Mermaid Forest9 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4966209248/"><img alt="Mermaid Forest9" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4105/4966209248_90fae5c11a.jpg" width="375" height="500" /></a><br /><br />there<span style="font-weight: bold;"> she</span> goes<span style="font-style: italic;"> again</span><br /><br /><a title="tropical skirtini30 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4966635172/"><img alt="tropical skirtini30" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4133/4966635172_4853616faa.jpg" width="377" height="500" /></a><br /><br />wearing those <span style="font-weight: bold;">purple panties</span><br /><br /><a title="Nautical Set5 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4965887309/"><img alt="Nautical Set5" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4109/4965887309_ae3b1e2734.jpg" width="375" height="500" /></a><br /><br />there <span style="font-weight: bold;font-size:130%;" >she </span>goes <span style="font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;">again</span><br /><br /><a title="Western Masterpiece1 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4966037959/"><img alt="Western Masterpiece1" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4087/4966037959_6fc4c8daae.jpg" width="375" height="500" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">wearing</span> her<span style="font-style: italic;"> </span><span style="font-style: italic;font-size:130%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;">heart</span></span><br /><br /><a title="Blue Unicorns27 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4965463943/"><img alt="Blue Unicorns27" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4154/4965463943_0ca788325b.jpg" width="500" height="453" /></a><br /><br />there <span style="font-weight: bold;">she</span> goes <span style="font-style: italic;font-size:130%;" >again</span><br /><br /><a title="nautical maiden1 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4965933467/"><img alt="nautical maiden1" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4108/4965933467_0c5ac069fa.jpg" width="310" height="500" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;font-size:130%;" >Why </span>do<span style="font-style: italic;"> You</span><br /><br /><a title="Blue Unicorns14 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4966034220/"><img alt="Blue Unicorns14" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4149/4966034220_7ae709db1c.jpg" width="353" height="500" /></a><br /><br />take it,<br /><br /><a title="Blue Unicorns20 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4965447083/"><img alt="Blue Unicorns20" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4085/4965447083_aa0797daa0.jpg" width="375" height="500" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;">take it,</span><br /><br /><a title="Jungle Boogie2 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4966119928/"><img alt="Jungle Boogie2" src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4092/4966119928_d2370e788c.jpg" width="332" height="500" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;font-size:180%;" >take it</span>?<br /><br /><br /><br />--"Take to the Sky" by Tori Amos<br /><br /></div></span></div>Ivy Frozenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481804922031026095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502242515856979429.post-29006580433771890312011-08-01T17:06:00.000-07:002011-08-01T17:43:24.369-07:00Returning this Fall<div><a title="Sailor Girl30 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/5982687810/"><img alt="Sailor Girl30" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6134/5982687810_4cbbce152c_z.jpg" width="640" height="349" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br />I'm excited to announce my return this fall. I'm working on a lot of cool things for you guys. Keep an eye out for a site redesign and new clothes starting in September. In the mean time, I'll reopen for comissions and a sample sale next week and maybe a few new items will sneak in. ;) I'm resuming posting this week, and hopefully I'll get you all as excited for the official reopening in September as I am! Check back each day this week for more teasers and actual info, as well as one of my giant image posts filled with things I've sewn and the usual sort of stuff I post.<br /><br />Glad to be Back,<br /><br />Ivy Frozen<br /><br />P.S. Like my <a href="http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Ivy-Frozen-Productions/149607545056447">facebook page</a>!</div>Ivy Frozenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481804922031026095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502242515856979429.post-16874562121942610852011-02-14T19:10:00.000-08:002011-02-14T19:24:22.058-08:00Happy Valentine's Day!<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/5446437042/" title="Valentine4 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4080/5446437042_0a2d3f5bdb_z.jpg" width="406" height="640" alt="Valentine4" /></a><br /><br />I'm going through a tough time right now, but thanks everyone for your kind comments and other actions (I really do appreciate them!), and I hope to respond to them all soon. They mean a lot to me, especially while I'm at the bottom of the wheel*. I'm also hoping to return to blogging and my other internet activities soon! Click the Read More! link to see the outfit details and explantion of the "wheel" reference.<br /><br />Big wheel keep on turning,<br /><br />Ivy Frozen<br /><br /> <span class="fullpost"> My Valentine's day dress made last year and just properly photo-ed this year.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/5445839337/" title="Valentine9 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5133/5445839337_cee2c08c4a_z.jpg" width="367" height="640" alt="Valentine9" /></a><br /><br />Dress- me made<br />shoes- wanted<br />blouse- jc penny<br />hair bows- hot topic<br />socks- robyn marie's shoe closet<br /><br />*bottom of the wheel-- Life is cyclical, sometimes you're up (at the top of the wheel) and sometimes you're down (at the bottom of the wheel) or at any of the points in between. I believe that I'll always return to the top eventually.<br /><br /></span>Ivy Frozenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481804922031026095noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502242515856979429.post-32013297045935182772010-05-31T23:01:00.000-07:002010-05-31T23:41:56.439-07:00Back with a Boom?I wanted to be back with a boom, with lots of nice awesome pictures of new stuff. I have a new photographer that I'm going to work with this friday, to see if I can get some better pictures for you. In the meantime, it seems silly to wait another week to resume posting just for that. Click Read More! to continue this.<br /><br /><span class="fullpost"><br />My goal for re-opening my etsy and filling it with new things is June 20th, for the start of summer. In the meantime, I'm working on finishing old projects. Hopefully, I can find some time to write out those tutorials. In the meantime,<br /><br />Check out my New Site: http://www.ivyfrozen.com/<br /><br />I also joined Model Mayhem: http://www.modelmayhem.com/ivyfrozen <br /><br />& I'm working on a facebook page.<br /><br />There'll be a real post tommorrow,<br /><br />Ivy Frozen<br /></span>Ivy Frozenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481804922031026095noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502242515856979429.post-55862673745096102872010-05-09T10:44:00.000-07:002010-05-09T10:57:33.313-07:00Really Back SoonRemember when I said I'd be back soon? By soon, I meant after I graduate (or just walk in the ceremony) on the 22nd of this month. In the meantime, I'll probably update the layout and I should have lot's of goodies for you all! <br /><br />Stay tuned,<br /><br />Ivy FrozenIvy Frozenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481804922031026095noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502242515856979429.post-29940015215449291832010-03-05T10:08:00.000-08:002010-03-05T10:10:39.999-08:00Test PostThis is a test post. Look for more from me soon!<br /><br /><span class="fullpost">Coming back soon,<br />Ivy Frozen</span>Ivy Frozenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481804922031026095noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502242515856979429.post-8196321496442922312009-11-02T13:12:00.000-08:002009-11-02T13:38:49.620-08:00Winner!<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_o0CKREt1zFI/Su9NlHyzrMI/AAAAAAAAAgA/DM0jqUhmW_o/s1600-h/number+generator1.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5399619778383162562" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 249px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_o0CKREt1zFI/Su9NlHyzrMI/AAAAAAAAAgA/DM0jqUhmW_o/s400/number+generator1.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Sorry for the delay everyone! I got a little sidetracked by a phone call from the police talking about firemen being at my place. Don't worry, no injuries or anything, but still waiting on the damage report.<br /><br />But, on to the winner. Click the Read More! link to find out who won.<br /><br /><span class="fullpost"><br /><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_o0CKREt1zFI/Su9O88cVNqI/AAAAAAAAAgQ/6zsQjpXvcwA/s1600-h/number+generator+winner.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5399621287164589730" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 247px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_o0CKREt1zFI/Su9O88cVNqI/AAAAAAAAAgQ/6zsQjpXvcwA/s400/number+generator+winner.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br />I'll send the winner an e-mail later today and thanks everyone for entering! I loved all your entries.<br /><br />May the muse be with you,<br /><br />Ivy Frozen<br /></span>Ivy Frozenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481804922031026095noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502242515856979429.post-1045152509779651482009-10-26T19:39:00.000-07:002009-10-26T23:33:50.830-07:00Victoriana<p align="center"><a title="Young Victoria by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4009507838/"><img height="500" alt="Young Victoria" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2614/4009507838_fdc57a39a4.jpg" width="260" /></a></p>I find it interesting that many of the issues around now, that seem so new and current, were issues in the previous century and even the one before that. Take for example, fast fashion. We take it as a sign of the times, but fast fashion was shaking up the fashion world long before designers rushed to complete seasonal collections. Perhaps that's why I'm so drawn to the Victorian at the moment. Click the Read More! link to find out more about Victorian Fashion.<br /><br /><span class="fullpost">The Victorian era was named after Queen Victoria of England who reigned from 1837 to 1901. In the early part of the Victorian era, fashions lasted about a decade, but as communication and production were sped up, fashions soon lasted only a year or two. Before 1851, all clothes were entirely made by hand, making clothes expensive. Only the rich could afford to have a large wardrobe. But in 1851, the sewing machine was invented. Clothing was able to be made quicker and cheaper. Department stores spread. Ready made clothing was available in stores by the end of the century at prices the masses could afford. Of course, the wealthy still had their clothes custom made.<br /><br />Since dresses were expensive, many of the excessive layers we associate with the time were designed to protect the dress. Undersleaves, camisoles, and attached shields protected dresses from sweat stains. Ruffles were attached to hems to pick up the worst of the dirt and mud from the streets. The ruffles could then be replaced. A plain petticoat was worn to protect skirts from a hoop skirt, with a fancier petticoat worn over for when the skirt bunched up.<br /><br />Because dresses were so expensive, a woman did what she could to protect them. Decorative undersleeves could be slipped under the dress sleeve to just above the elbow to protect hems. Fancier gowns which didn't allow for a camisole, had shields sewn into the bodice to protect the material from perspiration stains. Ruffles were sewn into the hems of outdoor dresses. Even with the hem of the dress in front, they fell about 1/8th of an inch below the hem in back. The ruffle picked up the worst of the mud and dirt from the street, and could be replaced much easier than the whole skirt.<br /><br />The wealthy, on the other hand, didn't have as many qualms about replacing their frocks. In 1858 Charles Worth made a collection of designs that weren't commissioned by an particular patron. He presented his collection on live models, and then people bought is designs. Until that time, fashion details and changes were suggested by the customers. He was a big hit. </span><br /><br /><span class="fullpost">Disposable fashion was also popular with the wealthy. Lovly dresses made from fragile materials were made, intended to be used only once or twice and then tossed. Excessive trims and decorations were used on dresses, which was also quite wasteful. Then as today, conspicous consumption and waste were seen as marks of great wealth and status. Yes, those wealthy Victorians were pimpin'. <br /><br />It seems fitting the Victorian period is the start of the modern world, at least in my mind. Perhaps that's also why the steam punk style seems to be becoming increasingly popular.<br /><br /><p align="center"><a title="Young Victoria2 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4008743237/"><img height="500" alt="Young Victoria2" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2676/4008743237_4cf1b5a5f8.jpg" width="268" /></a></p><p>This dress was inspired by the Victorian Period and lolita dress. It's actually two pieces: an overdress and an underskirt.<br /><br /></p><p align="center"><a title="Young Victoria Back by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4009509324/"><img height="500" alt="Young Victoria Back" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2538/4009509324_7fda415691.jpg" width="256" /></a></p><p>The underskirt has three rows of ruffles down the back, but only one ruffle in the front along the hem. I do have enough fabric left to make another of these for my shop, but it seems I won't add anything to the shop until the end of the semester. If you'd really like this dress though custom made to your size, just send me an e-mail, comment, or message.<br /><br />References and Further Reading (& looking):<br /><br /><a href="http://www.literary-liaisons.com/article042.htm">Dressing the Victorian Woman</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.fashion-era.com/">Fashion Era.com</a>: <a href="http://www.fashion-era.com/early_victorian_fashion.htm">Early Victorian Costume History</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.victoriana.com/Victorian-Fashion/">Victorian Fashion</a><br /><br />Long live Queen Victoria,<br /><br />Ivy Frozen<br /></span><br /></p>Ivy Frozenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481804922031026095noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502242515856979429.post-72071303836865946052009-10-21T02:48:00.000-07:002009-10-29T17:47:11.729-07:00En Trees--Closed<p align="center"><a title="lbd skirt 4 pockets by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4009549110/"><img height="500" alt="lbd skirt 4 pockets" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2511/4009549110_b66b72a478.jpg" width="257" /></a></p><br />The entries for my LBD contest are after the jump. This post will be updated as entries come in, so you can all see the competition, er, <em>entries</em> and know what your number is for the random number generater-draw-thing. If you decide you want to change your entry, you may up until the deadline. And you may want to check on your entry to be sure you sent me the right file etc.<br /><br />*NOTE* Allow a day or two for your entry to appear here.<br /><br /><span class="fullpost"><br /><br /></span><span class="fullpost"><p><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_o0CKREt1zFI/St7aqD41n4I/AAAAAAAAAfg/HCGWqRCDeac/s1600-h/LBD.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5394989819769495426" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 390px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_o0CKREt1zFI/St7aqD41n4I/AAAAAAAAAfg/HCGWqRCDeac/s400/LBD.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br />So basically if i were 2 win I would wear both pieces at the same time with a pair of purple faux suede ankle boots, a purple belt and if its cold enough a purple beret! Considering i'm only a student and becoz i've pretty much used alot of purple, i would accompany the ensemble with a black leather backpack/purse, some pearl stud earrings to keep with the classic style the dress radiates, a pearl necklace as well as pink lips and purple eye makeup!<br /><br />#1 <a href="http://cypriotchick.blogspot.com/"><strong><span style="font-size:130%;">Cypriotchick</span></strong></a><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://i523.photobucket.com/albums/w358/NixiDust/Photo5-3.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 439px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 475px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://i523.photobucket.com/albums/w358/NixiDust/Photo5-3.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br />On the left is the skirt. I would pair it with a green tank and a turquoise cardigan. (to pick up the green hues in the cardigan) Under the skirt I would wear green tights under a pair of fishnet tights. The necklace depicted is an old locket that was my grandmother's to throw in a little vintage flair.<br /><br />On the right is the top. I love the sophistication of a tailored sleeveless top. I would wear it tucked into a pencil skirt with a fun, floral print (although my drawing skills leave something to be desired). To add more color, I would wear a coordinating bracelet of some sort.<br /><br />#2 <span style="font-size:130%;"><strong>Nicki</strong> </span></p><p><span style="font-size:130%;"></span></p><p></p><p><br /></p><p><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5395299486049976946" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 162px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_o0CKREt1zFI/St_0TArbQnI/AAAAAAAAAfo/Q6BTQNT__Fc/s400/daylook.jpg" border="0" /><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_o0CKREt1zFI/St_0XBnC08I/AAAAAAAAAfw/ZIqXB7h2WQQ/s1600-h/display_mannequin_28.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5395299555019510722" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 162px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_o0CKREt1zFI/St_0XBnC08I/AAAAAAAAAfw/ZIqXB7h2WQQ/s400/display_mannequin_28.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br />So why I chose the looks (provided in the attatchments) are because they<br />are very close to my personal style, and The dress just fits right in to<br />what I would normally wear so easy.<br /><br />The day look, which has the waistcoat and shirt is perfect for work or<br />college and still has a little puch with the hat/lace-up waist coat, and<br />I love oxford style shoes.<br /><br />The night look is my own way of using a splash of colour with the bright<br />red shoes and Bow. I don't think too many accessories would work well with<br />that look and I think it'd be a perfect look for a christmas party, and I<br />love heels with a big platform (and my glasses).<br /><br />#3<span style="font-size:130%;"><strong> Megan</strong></span><span style="font-size:130%;"><br /></span></p><p>#4 <span style="font-size:130%;"><strong>BeesKnees</strong></span><br /><br /></p><p><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_o0CKREt1zFI/SuozIpXy-hI/AAAAAAAAAf4/qnaUySRBrw8/s1600-h/for+icy+frozen.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5398183326994594322" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_o0CKREt1zFI/SuozIpXy-hI/AAAAAAAAAf4/qnaUySRBrw8/s400/for+icy+frozen.jpg" border="0" /></a> Ok so the pieces I've added to your wonderful creations are items I already own. I decided to draw them instead of pasting a bunch of photos together. Forgive me the colors didn't turn out well because I used markers, couldn't find color pencils.</p><p>For the outfit on the left I paired your skirt with a royal purple top with sleeves that are shirred down the middle from the shoulder to the arm. For jewelry I added a silver necklace that is just a bunch of circles linked together with chains. Shoes are faux suede wedge heels that have a bow on the front.</p><p>For the outfit on the right I paired your top with a powder blue pleated skirt that has beaded designs and horizontal pleats near the bottom. Added is a black fitted jacket with black and blue pinstripes, black heels with little bows and blue stitching, and some silvery white flower chained hoop earrings and matching bracelet.<br /><br />#5 <strong><span style="font-size:130%;">Kim<br /></span></strong><br /><br /><br />May Lady Luck be with you; winner will be announced on Halloween,<br /><br />Ivy Frozen<br /><br /></p></span>Ivy Frozenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481804922031026095noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502242515856979429.post-12632496660202758212009-10-14T15:30:00.000-07:002009-10-29T17:49:09.228-07:00LBD Contest--Ended; Winner Announced 10/31<p align="center"><a title="minimalist by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4008781317/"><img height="500" alt="minimalist" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3531/4008781317_4bd4a4aa10.jpg" width="264" /></a></p>Yay! It's here! Win a little black dress made by me. But since it is made by me, you know there has to be some twist to it, not just an ordinary LBD. Click the Read More Link! to find out more about it and how to win it.<br /><br /><span class="fullpost">As I mentioned before, black is a tough color for me since it's a very pedestrian color. When I design my clothes, I want stuff that you can't find in stores. Pretty much any woman's clothing store has a LBD. Plus, I'm terribly girly and romantic. Black is the color of mourning. And, it's a safe color. And I associate it with Audrey Hepburn and Coco Chanel, figures I associate with the boring "chic look", that makes fashion work instead of fun.<br /><br />But, I decided all that isn't necessarily bad stuff. Black is a safe color, which is what makes it so versatyle. When I design clothes, I also consider that. I want my clothes to be able to have lots of wear. Plus, I can't say that I wouldn't like to channel an Audrey look or two, and Uncle Karl put out those awesome thigh high boots a few seasons ago.<br /><br />So, without further ado, I present my vision of little black dress.<br /><br /><br /></span><span class="fullpost"><p align="center"><a title="dress by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4008783777/"><img height="500" alt="dress" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2515/4008783777_ac2ff72578.jpg" width="459" /></a></p><span style="font-size:130%;">But,</span> <span style="font-size:85%;">it's not actually <span style="font-size:78%;">a dress...</span> </span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;"><br /></span><a title="lbd back by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4009545768/"><img height="500" alt="lbd back" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2646/4009545768_9a09de037d.jpg" width="306" /></a><br /><div align="center"><br /><br />It's <span style="font-size:130%;">a</span> <span style="font-size:180%;">skirt.</span><br /><br /></div><p align="center"><a title="lbd skirt by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4009548576/"><img height="500" alt="lbd skirt" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2641/4009548576_5f42cf8abf.jpg" width="266" /></a></p><div align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">With inseam <span style="font-family:arial;"><em>pockets</em>.<br /></span></span></div><div align="center"><a title="pockets take 2 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4008783065/"><img height="500" alt="pockets take 2" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3529/4008783065_eb4b308738.jpg" width="284" /></a></div><div align="center"><br /><br /><strong>Good size <em>pockets.</em><br /></strong><br /></div><p align="center"><a title="pockets by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4009545910/"><img height="500" alt="pockets" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2569/4009545910_17d565ac92.jpg" width="276" /></a></p><div align="right"><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;">A skirt</span> holds its shape well even with<strong> <em>something</em></strong> relatively <strong><span style="font-size:130%;">heavy</span></strong> in its <em><strong>pockets.</strong></em><br /><br /></div><p align="right"><a title="lbd skirt 3 pockets by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4008783563/"><img height="500" alt="lbd skirt 3 pockets" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2562/4008783563_6eeaa8fcb1.jpg" width="260" /></a></p><div align="center"><br />And, <span style="font-size:130%;">it's a</span> <span style="font-size:180%;">top.<br /></span></div><p align="center"><a title="Boudoir by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4008779285/"><img height="500" alt="Boudoir" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2433/4008779285_5651432a94.jpg" width="262" /></a></p><div align="center"><br /><br />A fairly <span style="font-size:130%;">plain</span> top.<br /><br /></div><p align="center"><a title="giraffe skirt by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4008762799/"><img height="500" alt="giraffe skirt" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3498/4008762799_3168f6c373.jpg" width="288" /></a></p><div align="center"><br />But, it takes <span style="font-size:130%;">decoration</span> well.<br /><br /><a title="Beauty and the beast skirt by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4009534636/"><img height="500" alt="Beauty and the beast skirt" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2615/4009534636_55a012c7f7.jpg" width="274" /></a></div><div align="center"><br /><br />And the <span style="font-size:180%;">zipper opens all the way</span>, <span style="font-size:130%;">like a jacket.</span><br /><br /></div><p align="center"><a title="giraffe skirt back by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4009527244/"><img height="500" alt="giraffe skirt back" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3130/4009527244_21069f5a31.jpg" width="245" /></a></p><p>It's made out of cotton, so it's a great base for diy, if you'd like to add your own permanent decorations. I left the neckline plain so blouses could be layered beneath or you could use a vintage collar. And you can always mix and match the top and bottom to your delight. </p><p><br /><br /><a title="skirt by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4008783825/"><img height="500" alt="skirt" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2477/4008783825_f47e9f9864.jpg" width="465" /></a><br /><br />So, <strong>how do you <span style="font-size:180%;">win</span> <span style="font-size:130%;">it</span>?</strong><br /><br /><span style="font-size:180%;"><span style="font-size:100%;">I'm a curious little thing so,</span><strong> Show me how you'd wear it</strong>.</span> An <strong>image</strong> is <strong>required</strong>. You could use polyvore or any image editing program. <strong>Send me the image</strong> (or a link) and I'll post them up on the blog in the order they're received. I've included some quickly photoshopped images for you to use. <strong>You can use the top, skirt, or both</strong>. You may use any of my images of them and photoshop them to illustrate who you'd wear it. You can also use none of my images and draw something to illustrate it. Whatever. Just show me how you would wear it. A <strong>short text elaboration</strong> <strong>on</strong> your <strong>entry</strong> is <strong>encouraged</strong>, but keep it short and to the point.<br /><br />In <strong>two weeks</strong>, <strong>October 28th</strong>, I'll use google to find an online <strong>random number picker to select a winner</strong>. The folks who entered the FAILED contest will be entered in this draw as well if they comment again, since I can't find an e-mail for most of you. Just let me know you entered before for a bonus entry. Everyone else only gets one entry, so make it good.<br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><strong>But</strong></span> <strong><span style="font-size:180%;">wait!</span></strong> <span style="font-size:180%;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><strong>There's</strong></span> <strong>more!</strong></span><br /><br />If there are a lot of entries, <strong>I will give away a second LBD to the set I like the best.</strong> Or even if there aren't a lot of entries, I may award a set I find outstanding. In other words, <strong>I reserve the right to add more prizes if I feel like it.</strong> So it's a good idea to spread the word about this little contest. It's also a good idea to do a good job on your entry.<br /><br />When I receive the first entry, I'll start a post that will be updated with each entry as I receive it, so you'll know I got your entry and what your number is. I'll also try to reply to your e-mails. </p><p><br /><br /><a title="top by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/4009549280/"><img height="500" alt="top" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2622/4009549280_506a473d89.jpg" width="484" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><strong>More Details...</strong><br /></span><br /><strong>The set will be custom made to fit your measurements.</strong> <strong>I will ship internationally</strong>, though you're responsible for any customs fees etc. I'm not adverse to certain customization options. If you win and would <strong>like something in the set changed, ask</strong>. It may cost extra or it may not.<br /><br /><strong>Post questions or comments about the contest on this blog entry</strong>, and check it for replies. Similarly, if you have a question, check the comments to see if it was answered. That way, I won't have to answer the same question many times.<br /><br />At the end of the contest, I'll post the set up in my shop so you can buy it if you love it.<br /><br />So what you waiting for? <span style="font-size:180%;"><strong>Enter Now!</strong></span><br /><br />Handmade by me with love, care, and possibly a swear,<br /><br />Ivy Frozen<br /><br /><a href="mailto:ivyfrozen@att.net">ivyfrozen@att.net</a><br /><br /><br /><br /></p></span>Ivy Frozenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481804922031026095noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502242515856979429.post-38411180433370042972009-09-27T12:36:00.000-07:002009-09-30T21:04:18.015-07:00FAIL<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/theiceberg/3904176999/" title="dragon flower2 by Ivy Frozen, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3500/3904176999_810246762e.jpg" width="267" height="500" alt="dragon flower2" /></a><br /><br />About that giveaway... I lost contact with Chick Downtown, the folks giving it away. As such, I feel horrible. Hence, the huge vacation. Well, that and I tend to get caught up in my sewing. But I miss blogging. <br /><br />Fear not! I do intend to make good on the giveaway. I will giveaway a custom made dress by me. Since the contest was about a little black dress, I'm going to giveaway my take on it. As I avoid black in ready to wear dresses, I also am uninspired by it for the dresses I make. It took me a while, but I think I have created something that will appeal to a great many of you as it appeals to me. It's everything a LBD should be. It's cut out, and ready to be assembled after I finish some orders. Since it is a change in plans, I am going to open the contest again for a week or so. I will ship internationally, so non-US readers will be able to enter. Everyone who entered before will automatically be entered. I'll do my best to contact you all and make sure you care for the new dress before entering you.<br /><br />So be on the lookout for that in the next week or so. Give you guys early warning so you won't miss it, having given me up for dead. And hopefully I'll make my return to blogging. <br /><br />I hope you all will forgive me,<br />Ivy FrozenIvy Frozenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05481804922031026095noreply@blogger.com3