Worth evening gown project: the skirt. The entire project is outlined here: Charles Worth Red Velvet Evening Gown Starting with the pattern- I am using the Truly Victorian 1895 ripple skirt pattern TV296. https://trulyvictorian.info/index.php/product/tv296-1895-ripple-skirt/ Their patterns are simply marvelous- and on strong, reusable paper. Materials: Deep red microvelvet, with a taffeta lining. Hemline interfacing with…Continue reading Worth Evening Gown project- the skirt
Labyrinth Dance Scene Costumes up close.
I had the great pleasure to visit the Jim Henson exhibit a museum in Omaha, NE yesterday with a great friend. The ballroom dance costumes worn by Jareth and Sarah were in a circular display. I took dozens of pictures to study and share. This is a batch upload- click on the image for the…Continue reading Labyrinth Dance Scene Costumes up close.
Quilt cotton face masks
I am still making cotton face masks, with elastic that goes around your head instead of around the ears. The need for these has continued longer than we thought, and I am having such fun with the fabrics! I have over 100 options available from space and science to lovely William Morris art prints. yosa.etsy.com
Fabric Face Masks
It is time to settle in and make fabric masks. It is hard to find them, supplies are short in stores, etc. I have been making them for my Etsy store, available here: www.etsy.com/shop/yosa
Why are some emails tracked as “opened” instantly after sending?
There are several reasons an email can report as opened instantly. McAfee security has been known in the past to auto-open every email to scan for spam content before it is delivered. Fake email addresses will have an auto-open setting as well. It is a way to farm for web pages and email addresses that…Continue reading Why are some emails tracked as “opened” instantly after sending?
Marketing Automation: My Marauder’s Map
When I describe how marketing automation works, I often compare it to the Marauder’s Map from the Harry Potter books. More than just email marketing, marketing automation combines website visits, form completions, media downloads and email metrics into a combined “map” of information, with a profile page for each known lead. Much like this: (only…Continue reading Marketing Automation: My Marauder’s Map
How to leverage email to support an active sales team
Part 1 Step 1: Discovery Start by asking your sales team what emails they seem to send over and over again. Their responses will likely fall into some basic categories: Introduction email Thank you for meeting with me/taking my call Quick Follow-up with a quote or requested information Follow-up post purchase Reconnect message Get the…Continue reading How to leverage email to support an active sales team
Costume Hair extensions- types and uses
Braiding hair Jumbo Braid: A great place to start! Jumbo braid (also referred to as Yaki Braid) is a synthetic hair that adds a bunch of fullness. It is sold in a big looped braid, and is usually around or under $5 a bundle. It is available in crazy colors as well as a variety…Continue reading Costume Hair extensions- types and uses
Ostrich feather plumes
Still on about feathers. I am putting some up in my long-dormant Etsy store, and for the rest? I guess I’ll need more hats! https://www.etsy.com/shop/Yosa
Lovers knot tiara, or how not to use recognizable jewelry, a cautionary tale
Recently a new docu-drama has been released on Amazon Prime documenting the last generation of Romanoffs ruling Russia. Near the end of the series, the empress wears a tiara that is instantly recognizable. Why? Because it is the tiara made famous by Princess Diana. It is called the Cambridge lovers knot tiara. http://orderofsplendor.blogspot.com/2011/03/tiara-thursday-cambridge-lovers-knot.html Less known…Continue reading Lovers knot tiara, or how not to use recognizable jewelry, a cautionary tale