The Thread Safe Podcast: Recent Episodes
Amy Bowen
I get to meet another Internet acquaintance at Dragon Con this year!
Show Notes:
The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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Finally getting started on the final accessory I need for Dragon Con.
Show Notes:
- The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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I got quite a bit done at UFO today, and overcame a sewing difficulty.
Show Notes:
- The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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Another short update from the con crunch trenches.
Show Notes:
- The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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I talk about a dress I’m making just for the fun of it (both making and wearing it).
Show Notes:
- The History of Toastmasters
- DisneyBound: The Official Blog
- Disney100 character costumes that inspired this dress
- And some more pictures of those costumes
- The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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Another Otakon is in the books. I talk about the costume I made for the last day of it, what I did during the day, and my plans for the upcoming month.
Show Notes:
- I actually have a featured image for once!
- Puchiko’s character page and the image reference I used for this costume
- The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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This year is my fifth time attending the Otakon anime convention in Washington, DC. It’s also the 30th anniversary of Otakon.
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- The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
- Mikage Project
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I talk about getting together with some of my costuming friends to work on costumes together. Show notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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Today was our monthly UFO (UnFinished Objects) crafting day. I only stayed for about two hours this time, and in this episode, I explain why. Show notes: Sionnach Studios – The online store where I got the patterns I’m working from. The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the […]
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This episode tells the story behind the picture I have set as the featured image for this blog post. This year at Otakon, I made good use of the Otakon Makerspace to create an emergency replacement for a missing costume piece. Show notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, […]
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Last year, on the Tuesday before I left for Dragon Con, I recorded a ‘packing’ episode, but never actually posted it, so I’m posting it now. Show notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons […]
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A short status report recorded in the midst of a sewing frenzy. Show notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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Here’s another short update on today’s costume progress. Show notes: Glove Roll Tutorial – These are the directions I followed to create these glove rolls I keep talking about. The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative […]
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Crunchy Show Notes. (OK, I’m not feeling that lazy today. Today was a productive day, and here are the highlights of what I got done.) The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license […]
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Once again, I’ve gone crazy over a new costume idea two weeks before a convention. Help? Show Notes: Improvised D&D @ Dragon Con Goes Virtual – The video that started the Cult of Chad on the Dragon Con Discord server. (Colin Mochrie’s introduction starts at the 3:12 mark) The theme song for Thread Snippings is […]
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Finally concluding my trip report from this year’s Otakon. Show Notes: HipCityVeg – Where we went for dinner on Sunday. The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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Probably the first of several unboxing episodes I will record over the next week or two. Show Notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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Lazy, non-heroic show notes. Show Notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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I meant to post this on Thurs. 8/11, but I got distracted. Show Notes: This blog post is also backdated to approximately the time I was recording this episode on my phone. The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed […]
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Continuing my series on the details of my new Sailor Vanellope costume. This time, I talk about the wig and hair accessories. Show Notes: This blog post is backdated to approximately the time I was recording this episode on my phone. The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the […]
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I talk about how I made the bows for my Sailor Vanellope costume. Show Notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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Or: How to Shoot Yourself in the Foot with Costume Fabric Choices. Show Notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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In which I describe the concept and powers of my original (well, sort of) cosplay superhero character. Show Notes: Golden Dreams page on Yesterland Golden Dreams article on Wikipedia Golden Dreams – Final Night (handheld video camera recording of the film on YouTube) The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, […]
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The main component of the new costume I’m creating specifically for Dragon Con 2022 arrived today! In this episode, I open up the package and talk about my plans for this costume. Show Notes: To get this super suit made, I started by commissioning a custom graphics file from Arachnid Studios… …and then uploaded it […]
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My trip report from this year’s Otakon continues. Show Notes: Cava – Where we went for dinner on Saturday. I loved it! The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available […]
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2016 was my first year participating in Dog Days of Podcasting, and also my first year walking in the Ralston Fourth of July Parade. For my first four years of DDoP, it was a tradition for me to talk about my Fourth of July parade experience on one of my DDoP episodes every year. They […]
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I’m back with a trip report from this year’s Otakon! This was my third time attending the anime convention in Washington, DC. This was a year of new friends and new adventures! Show Notes: Poké Papa – Friday night’s dinner spot. Highly recommended! The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, […]
The post DDoP 2022 Ep01: Thread Snippings 065: Otakon 2022 Trip Report – Friday appeared first on Amy Bowen's Creative Endeavors.
Four Sundays later, I finally share my trip report from Sunday of Otakon 2021 (with bonus sightseeing!) Show Notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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Lazy Sewing Notes. Show Notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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I talk about the old boots I got for my first Dragon Con, the lesson I learned, and the new boots I got for this year’s Dragon Con. Show Notes: The previous episode that I referenced in this episode: Thread Snippings 008: New Boot Smell The style of boots I bought for my Amy Wong […]
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I chose to work on a different kind of craft project today: making swag to give away at Dragon Con. Show Notes: The Facebook group that I mentioned: Dragon Con Swag n Seek The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is […]
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Even in the world of creative hobbies, sometimes it’s important to read the friendly manual. Show Notes: The Facebook group containing the detailed directions I mentioned: Bespin Leia Hand Embroidery Support Group The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed […]
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Another progress report on my Flapper Leia cloak. I now officially have all the fabric I will need. Plus, I got my yoke mockup photo-ready! Show Notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution […]
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I share where and how I’ve found the right supplies for my current cosplay project. Show Notes: I’ll come back and add links to the sites I talked about later. The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a […]
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In which I learn the importance of cleaning the dust out of your sewing machine. Show Notes: The manual for my sewing machine (see pp. 50-51 for the steps I took) I really like to title my episodes after song lyrics, when I can, and this is the first chance I’ve gotten this year. The […]
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Continuing from yesterday’s episode, I talk about the benefits of doing a trial run before creating an important costume piece. Show Notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available […]
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In which I begin the process of looking at my Flapper Leia outfit and determining what materials still need to be obtained and what still needs to be done. Show Notes: The Spoonflower fabric I mentioned The copper cord I ended up buying The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, […]
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On Day 2 of Otakon, I supported artists, enjoyed seeing all the cosplays, and walked 10,000 steps in my least comfortable cosplay shoes. Show Notes: – Featured image on this blog post is of me as Asuka from Neon Genesis Evangelion, and my friend Megan as Belldandy from Ah! My Goddess. – The theme song […]
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Day 1 of Otakon 2021 was a success! Show Notes: – You asked for pictures, you got pictures! Featured image on this blog post is of me as BT and my friend Megan as Ladybug. – OPENWORLD Music’s website – The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album […]
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I traveled to DC today. I am very tired, but happy to be here. Show Notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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I share thoughts and observations from my experience of packing for my first convention in the age of COVID-19. Show Notes: The featured image for this episode is of me in my BT costume, taken at Otakon 2019. Otakon 2021 Schedule The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the […]
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I talk about how I fixed up the final piece of my BT cosplay outfit that needed to be fixed up before Otakon: the sash/waist cloth. Show Notes: BT’s official character art (wallpaper) .hack//SIGN cast group picture The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts […]
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Maker spaces can benefit cosplayers by providing access to more and better tools. Also: Don’t glue Velcro to fabric or foam. This show marks the beginning of my 6th year of Dog Days of Podcasting, and my first year on the Internet’s wider world of podcast directories! Show Notes: The artist behind my adorable new […]
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This episode is an update on the backpacks and mask covers I’ve been sewing during the quarantine. I was feeling silly when picking my show title today. 😀 Show Notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a […]
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I’m a sew-er, not a machine! (And not a pipe for transporting water, either; hence, the extra dash.) Show Notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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A variety of updates on my sewing and crafting efforts, all involving connections I’ve made with other people over the past few days. Show Notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license […]
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I got back to work on sewing fabric masks today, including one for my own use. Show Notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via freemusicarchive.org.
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I follow up on yesterday’s episode of The Thread Safe Podcast by reporting on the state of my fabric stash. My outlook for making masks over these next weeks is pretty good. Show Notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song […]
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I share my thoughts and some pointers on making homemade masks for healthcare workers. Also: status report on the sewing I did today, and updates on my current cosplay projects: Show Notes: Helpful Links of the Day Infographic: Surgical Masks vs. N95 Respirators The untold origin story of the N95 mask Omaha’s mask-cover-sewing volunteer effort […]
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And now, the conclusion of my earlier episode dedicated to my trip to Otakon at the end of July. Show Notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license and is available via […]
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I just finished packing my costumes for Dragon Con, as you can see if you go to ameliabowen.com to see the featured image for this episode. (No, Shuri, I can’t take you with me.) Show Notes: Link to the 2019 Dragon Con Group Photoshoot scheduling spreadsheet. The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” […]
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This was my first time ever having interview guests on Thread Snippings! The unofficial Star Wars costuming group had a barbecue dinner party on Sunday evening, and I got two of my friends to chat with me about what’s new in their lives as cosplayers. Show Notes: The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle […]
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It’s my 40th Thread Snippings episode! I share just a few of my thoughts and experiences from Otakon 2019, including why long wigs and buttons don’t go together very well. Show Notes: Photo by the good folks at the Otakon Photo Suite. The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from […]
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This shopping trip was a triumph. I’m making a note here: Huge success! (Wait. Wrong galaxy.) In this episode, I state my satisfaction with my thrift store finds today. Show Notes: Photo by me. The theme song for Thread Snippings is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, from the album Music for Podcasts 2. This song […]
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I am bringing a new costume to Dragon Con this year that I’ve never worn there before, but not a handmade one this time. This episode is about how and why I originally put that costume together, and how I hope to improve it. Sometimes, it’s good to be bad. 😉 Show Notes: Photo by […]
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I participated in the Ralston 4th of July parade for my fourth year in a row. This is my event report for this year. Show Notes: Photo by Mick H. (a member of the costuming group discussed in this episode), reposted with the photographer’s permission. (That’s me in the white Jedi outfit, behind and to […]
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I did a bunch of shopping today, both online and in stores. In this episode, I share my successes, failures, and what I’m up to tonight. Show Notes: Here’s a link to my previous “Accessory Shopping” episode from 2016. The theme song for Thread Snippings and The Thread Safe Podcast is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, […]
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Today’s episode is named after an old-fashioned saying because it demonstrates why that saying exists. In this episode, I talk about my creative use of an abandoned ‘alpha version’ of one of my existing costume pieces to fill a previously-unforeseen need. Show Notes: This blog post is backdated to the approximate date and time I […]
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In this episode, I share my costuming to-do list for this month. Show Notes: Here are links to the two previous episodes I mentioned in this episode: Thread Snippings 017: Amy’s To-Do List Thread Snippings 008: New Boot Smell The theme song for Thread Snippings and The Thread Safe Podcast is “Puzzle Pieces,” by Lee Rosevere, […]
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This episode was recorded live at my Toastmasters club meeting earlier today. Nobody else had volunteered to speak at today’s meeting, and I had just finished my new anime costume, so I decided to kill two birds with one stone and record this. Once again, this is being uploaded completely unedited.
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The bulk of my cosplay accessories are on their way to Atlanta, thanks to a very kind friend of mine! I talk about that and the progress I’ve made today. I also think out loud about what to wear to which Dragon Con events.
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This year, I decided I needed to step up my ‘traveling with costumes’ game in addition to my cosplay game. This afternoon, I bought a pair of garment bags which I will try out, compare, and contrast while traveling to Dragon Con.
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