Well.....I'm afraid I haven't had much time to blog as of late, but I have been lost in lots of costume orders. So if you are wondering what I've been up to......here's the costume I'm working on right now.....

Pirates have pretty much ruled the costume theme this year... 

Right now I'm working on these orders......

 Will Turner costume...... includes a black jacket and burgandy pirate shirt that will be aged and distressed for that "pirate look".

 Will Turner Waistcoat.......lots of dying and cording work, but it will be fun.

  Elizabeth Swan Pirate Costume…. This one will be fun....I like the waistcoat.

  Elizabeth Island Dress…. (yes I know it is the underdress, but it is a cool costume…)

Well....that's what I'm doing.....

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    Thank you all for your comments.....I love reading them and if I haven't commented you back yet...I will soon!

       I hope you have a wonderful day!  

                                       Brielle

Posted by cherryblossom at 01:11

Wow.. You are very busy. yet I know you can do it all! Your amazing and so is your skill. You can do it ;) I know you can ;)

I love the Elizabeth dress. :)

Love
Julia

Posted by kittyqueen at 10:16

ohhh, Pirates!!! I love the Elizabeth dress. You must be very busy! Totally understandable, our family is very busy at the time as well. I hope you have a lovely weekend, maybe you sill spend it sewing, as I hope to, although I do have to work on a paper. I can't wait for the next post!
Luv,
Kitty

Posted by drewsfamilytx at 11:19

Oh wow, Elizabeth's island dress is beyond lovely. I love the simpleness of it... whether it's an undergarment or overgarment, who cares?! Very nicely done.

Posted by Princessleia12 at 13:48

I cant wait to see them..! :) :)

The Will Turnner one look like it would be a great costum.

Princessleia12

Posted by Jocelyndixon at 15:19

I can't wait!! Everything looks so nice!! I love it here!

Love, Jocelyn

Posted by BookLover at 16:42

Hi! I posted my show and tell! I think that you will really like it. It is a Bonus Show and Tell.
Amy

Posted by melarooski at 18:43

You have an award! Come see!

-Melanie

Posted by Moonflower at 19:53

Wow you are great at making costumes!

Posted by kittyqueen at 11:07

Thank you for your comment,
RYC: I am sewing so much right now! I am more of a quilter that a seamstress so I am working on 3 quilts in various stages, regency dress from Simplcity pattern 6630, and I have fabric for a skirt but I have to find a pattern I likke, I have lots of options though. Plus I have fabric for about 4 more quilts sitting in what has become me very large fabric "Stash." as my mom calls it.
I hope you have a wonderful day!
Luv,
Kitty

Posted by ChesapeakeGirl at 11:37

Hi Brielle,

I love Elizabeth's island dress, even though it is only an underdress. I gave you an award, go to my blog to check it out. I hope you have a wonderful weekend!!! Ciao, Sara

Posted by lotrsavvy at 12:43

Yupyup, the pirates have kidnapped you to make all their clothing! hehe I can't wait to see the finished products. :D

Jennifer

Posted by cherryblossom at 20:01

Oh yes it would be gorgeous in other colors..

Yeah.. I have nothing important to post so I just posted a random post.

I say it alot but I love coming here and re-reading your posts and looking at all the dresses. You are absolutely fantastic.

I was going to go to a Medieval fair and I need a dress. But like the tickets are extremely exspensive so mom said we can't go.. Which stinks cause I wanna go and order a dress :) :) :)

Love
Julia

Posted by Rose at 02:01

Hello Amanda,
That is a really unattractive color for you blog, It wouldn't be bad on mine...or in my room...but.....You'll work it out I'm sure.
I can't wait until you get all of your pirate stuff done...
That will be fun to make the underdress.
Love you,
Rose

Posted by lotrsavvy at 12:57

Arrrrrg matey! lol Hehe, that's funny. I hope you don't have to walk the plank! :P

Jennifer

Posted by Luthien at 19:36

I can't see any of your pictures! :(

Luthien

Posted by lotrsavvy at 13:58

Well, at least your costume jobs are jobs at home. hehe

Oooh I hate going somewhere where I don't know a single soul. I usually fade into the background and just be silent, unless there's a really bouncy person who talks to me. lol

I can't wait to see what the Will costume will look like! :)

Jennifer

Posted by Jocelyndixon at 02:15

Hello!
Great comment. It was right on. I think people have taken "social" out of context. Who do they think the family of 13 socialized with when they took all their stuff and moved west? Hmmm... themselves!

I am doing good. I finished another template. So only 2 more to go! I think I am almost done with one of them. I need to upload the pictures and put it on the template. This one is on blogspot so I am not sure how to design their tempaltes - but I am giving it a try! lol

School - well - yes and no. We are doing what mmo has out for us but she's not all the way done yet with the unit study we're doing - pioneer - and then she was going to talk to another hs mom so we could all do the HOW unit study together. But, blogging is counting as school, espcially the StatesExploration and making my hope chest, which btw the I need to stain the sides of the wood and then coat with a protectant. Hopefully I'll be done with that soon!

We went to a 1800's festival yesterday and they had a bunch of reenactors there. A "War of 1812" solider was there and explained to us about his uniform and gun and costumes. Very interesting! We are going to try to start going to reenactments, whichs means I am going to try and make a 1800s dress! I need to finish my cloak though. Still haven't taken out that seem I sewed wrong. Wish you were here to help me - we'd have loads of fun!

I am also gonig to try to make goats' soap soon as I can get the stuff. Won't that be a doosey! lol

I think you should (or your mom) should get a homesteadblog and blog about youself and your life. I know you don't have too much time, but may when things settle down for you, you could! ; ) Oh yes and then you can post about all the award I give you - since I just gave you another one - come see!

Ok, long comment, but hey we're friends! lol!

Love,
Jocelyn

Posted by Christiananimallover at 14:52

Fabalous Will Turner Pirate Waistcoat!!!! pirate clothes are awesome!!!

Posted by bassethound at 16:37

Hello Brielle,
I saw the link to your blog on Jocelyn's blog. I love your costumes! Do you make up your own patterns? Would you like to be friends?

Have a wonderful day,

Jessica

Edited by bassethound on Sep. 19, 2007 at 3:39 PM

Posted by Rose at 01:42

Hello Mandy,
Thank you for staying with Grandma.
I hope your partying it up! =P Your so lucky getting to skip school, and "hang out" with Grandma!
Love you ,Mandy, see you tomorrow,
Rosie
p.s.
For anyone who is reading this and isn't Brielle, this is an inside joke, and is not to be taken seriously.

Posted by SuperAngel at 17:14

Oh blast I can’t see the wonderous costumes!!
RYC:
Sorry you weren't first commenter!! LOL!! I love my little Superman. That is so cool that you saw a costume and thought of me!!
I really hope you are able to come!! That would be so wonderful!!
I only watch the extended too. What is the point of watching the one that doesn't have everything in it.
I have been wanting to sew lately. It seems like so much fun.
The tag questions were different. But I liked it.
I like italian too, but we don't eat too much of it.
So is BrielleCostumes.com available??
As Always...
Love,
SuperAngel Amanda

Posted by giftedgirl at 12:47

Hi Brielle!

I've talked to you before. I think, through my blog. And I know I've talked to you through the PiratesCafe.

The clothes you've posted pictures of are gorgeous!! I wish I could sew!! :-D

Blessings,
Becca

Posted by LizBeth at 12:51

Hi Brielle,

My name is Lizbeth. I sew also. My family and I are looking into starting a buisness together once my grandmother retires with costumes (something she and I both do) as part of our business. I was wondering if you had any tips on where to buy fabric in bulk.

Or tips on costuming in general.

Thanks in advanced,
Blessings,
Lizbeth

Posted by Jocelyndixon at 15:31

Hello Brielle... I had this really long comment typed up by I lost it! ack! I am sorry... I just wanted to stop by and say hello though... I hope you're having a wonderful week!!!

And, I don't know if I told you but I gave you an award!!

Love,
Jocelyn

Posted by vintagegirl at 11:24

Those look fun to make (and own!). I really like Elizabeth's Island "Dress" it's so pretty--even though it is an undergarment.
I hope you enjoy working on them!

God Bless,
Emily Rose

Posted by Moonflower at 19:13

Its great you are making more pirate costumes!
I'm going on vacasion tomorrow.
Sincerly
moonflower

Posted by lotrsavvy at 13:18

Hehe that's cool! It's always fun to find people who are alike. :)

Awesome!!! I've wanted some elf ears, I always forget about them when I have the money, though. haha

I'm good. Though this morning I woke up with a scratchy throat, and I didn't feel too good. I think I caught the cold that has been going around the college. :( My weekend is slow, which is good. I like the weekends to be slow so I feel like I have more liesure time before going back to class.

Glad you're enjoying your weekend!

Jennifer

Posted by giftedgirl at 18:43

Hello Brielle!

Yes, A Walk to Remember is my new theme. It is a sad movie. And the dress she wears is really pretty! That's one of my favorite scenes in the movie.

Have a wonderful Sunday!

@>-->---- Becca ----<--<@

Posted by IloveyouGod at 18:55

Hello!
I've been good. Thanks. Looks like you have been busy!! Those are going to be great costumes when you are finished. I'd love to see pictures of the finished products!!

God bless,
Brooke

Posted by Rose at 22:43

Hello Amanda,
Do you know that a pop up to Buycostumes.com pops up when I clicked on the comment button?

Anywhooo..thank you for the comment!
I think you should do your hair up. And you always look beautiful in your pictures!
Love you,
Rebekah

Posted by Rose at 22:52

Hello,
Your saved the pop didn' t pop up.
Baby Bekbin

Posted by Jocelyndixon at 21:08

Brielle
Hello! You're welcome for the comments. Don't worry about replying. I know you are busy with your work! I hope your Grandma is doing better. You and Rose, I bet, are big blessings to her!

I am doing good. Thank you. And yourself?
You'd like the Girlhood - it's an old fashioned magazine - since Mrs. Novak loves everything old fashioned. Yes, we get along VERY well. lol

You're so welcome for the award. You deserve it every bit. And I know you don't post on your blog - personal things - but I still want to give you things you deserve! And, I know you can manage your template, but if you need any help... I am here.

You're going to DYE a coat?! Wow, that's wonderful. I can't wait to see your "in progress" costumes! I am so glad you're getting orders! I know your business is going to be big! but don't take it too hard. I know how easy it is to get caught up in your work. Mine is blogging. I am running at least 6blogs, plus commenting, and I am still working on 2 templates. I want to do all these things and not say no, but I think I am regretting a few! Whew... I need a rest. Hey! Wanna grab a coffee? ; )

Wow, 20.2. You must zoom through cyberspace, ja? lol! We're actually getting DLS so I am excited! I hope you can it soon too... I know your pain! lol

I got your email, and I will reply soon! I am SO EXCITED!!

And the elf ears! Brilliant. Seriously when you finish your gown and put your hair like Arwen's plus the ears - you could totally play her part! Oh do a post like that, ok?

Ok... ttyl...

Love you,
Jocelyn

Posted by SuperAngel at 23:31

So it appears that your Brother didn;t want to model for you, huh?? lol
Those are really neat costumes too. Very cool
Hope you are well, my friend!!
Love,
Amanda

Posted by 15Proverbs1 at 16:44

Dear Brielle,

What pattern did you use to make your "1867 Spanish Ball Gown"?

Have a lovely day,

Your sister in Christ, Bethany

P.S. I really like the embroidery on the gown. :)

"A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger." Proverbs 15:1

Posted by SincerelyAmanda at 19:27

Those will be great! I saw those Civil War reenactment photos. The costumes were awesome.

Click here to see what I've awarded you:

http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/SincerelyAmanda/363217/

~Amanda~

Posted by rjdjohn316 at 15:40

Hello Brielle~
I thought I would come by and see how your blog is going.
I have to say that the Spanish gown! It's beautiful! Just like all your costumes! I can't wait for the Pirates ones! I think that the ES one would be a good dress to wear around the house.
Well, stop by when you can! Always love to hear from a dear friend!
Love,
Rachel

Posted by 10jellybeans at 11:52

Nice Blog1
I have y ou on my friends list..so I just need you to add me!
~Kayla

Posted by arwengirl at 14:35

Hello! I Love the costumes in Pirates of the Caribbean. I really love Elizabeth's "wedding dress" I thought that was beautiful. Have you done Phantom of the Opera costumes? I'm thinking of going as Christine Daae for halloween to this big party- I love the black dress she wears near the end.

ttyl!
_Arwengirl

Posted by Rose at 14:41

Hello Mandy,
I thought I should stop by and say Hi. Great choice in pictures! I like the one of Scarlett.

Love,
Rose

Posted by ElvishMaiden14 at 10:26

Cool! I LOVE the white underdress! Oh, and by the way, do you do capes? Like the capes that the Fellowship wear in the TT and the RoTK? If so, what do you price them at?
Tenn' enquetielva,
Merry

Posted by SuperAngel at 13:49

It is fun to hear from you too!!
Glad you like the new template. Yes it is new, its not just your pc. lol
Ok.... I was wondering if you were just not done with it yet. Well at least it was not that he wouldn't model it, and its because its not his size. ; )
Thanks for your comment on my labels post.
Yes, the Arwen coronation dress is one of my favs. She is my favorite character, I think. I heard about the crown. WOWSERS!! I think I could do with out the crown for that much money. whoa.
Thanks so much for coming by. I plan to start working on the homeschoolseniors blog soon. Do you have a post typed up for your senior year and what you willbe doing?? I would love to use that. You will get a link back for sure!!
Love,
Amanda SuperAngel

Posted by actresssinger13 at 18:17

Hey, are you going to make those??!!

Posted by grackoid at 07:41

so do you sell the Costumes? if so that is sooo cool!!
I was wondering how much they are? I LOVE the Pirates Costumes,
Thanks,
grackoid

Posted by BurritoGirl at 08:53

hey!!

U can add me to your friends list I already added U! I totally love your blog and I do love Ever After I'm a romance kinda girl lol Anyways have an Awesome day!! Laters

samanthA

Posted by Jocelyndixon at 23:43

Hello... got your email but wanted to leave you a comment. Thinking about you and wanted to see if you updated!!

Love you,
Jocelyn

Posted by ChristineDaae at 19:50

Wow, sounds like you have some neat project ahead of you. I can't wait to see more pictures!

May I add you to my friend's list? God Bless!

-Christine Daae

Posted by nancysnook at 23:57

I love all your dresses! They're so pretty. I'm making my daughter a gown for a Fall Festival that we go to every year the first week of November. It looks very similar to the burgundy one, on the sidebar, Brielle's Booklist picture... I'm real nervous about getting the sleeves right though...I'm a very experienced seamstress, but this dress makes me nervous.

Nancy

Edited by nancysnook on Oct. 3, 2007 at 11:35 PM