Glad you liked that comment. It's funny how may people let little frustrations like having to rip STOP them from sewing. Thanks for watching!

Where do u buy the base from

I'm so glad! Thanks so much for watching!

Thanks so much!

Thanks so much! I should have a related video coming out within the next few days.

I have clients in every size imaginable, so the foam boards are a lifesaver for me. Glad that tip helped you!

Thanks so much! So glad you find it helpful!

Thanks so much for watching!

Unfortunately, I can't video and work on competition costumes at the same time, so I'll be doing this after the season. Plan to get started back in the spring after we move into our new studio space. Thanks so much for watching!!

@@RhinestoneQueenCostumes oh no, I didn’t expect you to show us competition costumes. Last year I watched your channel to learn how to start making my daughter’s solo costumes. This upcoming season she is doing lyrical or contemporary so this series is super helpful!! I’m not far from you either. Live in St. James Parish.

@@jessicakell-millet2203 Wow! We're practically neighbors. If you get stuck give me a jingle and you can come by.

@@RhinestoneQueenCostumes thanks so much!

Thanks so much! And thanks for watching!

Thanks so much for watching!

Thank you! I should have a related video coming out in a few days.

@@RhinestoneQueenCostumes I have a couple questions. When you sewed the skirt on, did you "zig" off the edge of the chiffon? Also, do you have any tips for sewing stretch fabric skirt on top of the leo? Do you ever sew it directly on top, versus upside down and then flipping? My thought is that if you are covering with rhinestones, sewing directly could work too.

@@vanessavitiello4943 I did a backstitch to finish my zig zag seam. And, you're right about sewing stretch fabric as a skirt. I usually sew that directly on top because there's no serged seam to hide, and there are always those wonderful rhinestones!!

@@RhinestoneQueenCostumes One more question for you... if you were going to apply non-stretch fabric vertically or diagonally on a bodysuit (for example, if it was a chiffon ruffle instead of skirt), would you use the same technique of leaving space between pins? I would think so, but would love to hear your feedback.

Thank you!

I like being able to pin directly into the foam board and being able to hold it in my lap. The mannequin would certainly work. I just find the foam board soooo easy to work with.

I use the one in blue (S1 setting for length) that looks like a bunch of connected X's. It has a dotted line black zig zag next to it. If that doesn't help, PM me I'll send you a picture of the one I use. I can't figure out how to send a picture in this message.

That one is chiffon. I also use stretch mesh for skirts and swags, but my preference is always silk chiffon when I can because it moves so beautifully when my clients dance!

Oh no! You're the first person who's told me this. I'll certainly check it out! Thank you!!

I bought the one I use from Joann's. I've had it for 10 years, and its nearing the end of its useful life. My knowledge of mannequins is limited to what I have, and I'm not thrilled with it. I'd prefer one with legs and an adjustable girth, so I'm still on the lookout for the "perfect" mannequin, too. Mine adjusts the circumference at the bust, waist and hips if that helps any. Wish I could be more helpful!