mara_jade

I had my final fitting this afternoon for my costume. Here are the photos. There are just a few final hems to be done on the tunic. The shoulder armour needs to have a final heat and shape, to pull down the outer ends over the shoulders. I'm hopeful in having an authorisation to wear this unapproved costume for a road test next Sunday at Brisnova? Super excited Sallie

Thanks so much. I have just less than 2 weeks to have it all assembled, and have photos taken and submitted, so I can have it 'Approved in Principle', to wear in 3 weeks as a 'Road test', at the Supa Nova show in Brisbane, Australia. (co-incidentley, the same building where the G20 is happening this week)

3 weeks to go until Brisbane Super Nova, and I have a lot of work yet to complete. Overall I'm progressing a little behind schedule but a couple of big days on it and I should be good to go. Now I know I have a new deadline of 21st to submit photos to be approved for a road test, I'm super excited Have a new version of the gauntlets, grooves are thinner and much more detail with respect to the main reference photo. . Also had my first test run with my wig today. Have to watch a bit more you tube to get the fitting down right I think. .

I've found these boots. Any thoughts on their approvability? http://s1339.photobucket.com/user/Andrew_Sallie/media/Mara%20Jade%20Costume%20Build/CRL%20Support%20Photos/ScreenShot2014-10-28at92216pm_zps374dc774.jpg.html

Today I went for the first costume fitting. This is me all dressed up in my Lime green Lycra & Calico ‘Toile’. REF: Wikipedia – “A ‘Toile’ is a version of a garment made by a fashion designer or dressmaker to test a pattern. They are usually made in cheap material, as multiple toiles may be made in the process of perfecting a design. a "toile" is a version of a garment made by a fashion designer or dressmaker to test a pattern. They are usually made in cheap material, as multiple toiles may be made in the process of perfecting a design.” So they pinned it all up and I put on my belts and trial armor pieces to see how everything sat, and so they could get all their design lines correct so the suit sits just right. Next step is a trial fitting of the real deal before the final stitch up and hopefully all done in time for a road test at Brisbane Supa Nova at the end of November. Photos:

Hey everyone, just wanted to follow up with a pair of boots I’ve located on the net. They are from a costume supply place in the US, which runs about 4 different web sites; http://www.buystarwarscostumes.com/dart ... boots.html http://www.discountstarwarscostumes.com ... boots.html http://www.buystarwarstoys.com/black-costume-boots.html http://www.halloweencostumes.com/acc-ad ... boots.html Their contact details are; 2080 Lookout Drive North Mankato, MN 56003 Has anyone had any dealings with this company? If so, can you attest to the quality of the boot, and if the size expectations were satisfactory? “They are made of faux leather, fabric lining and a reliable rubber sole. A full side zipper is located on the side of the boot, creating both an easy access and a contemporary look.” So the website says. I think they will be fine when compared to the guide picture from the Mara Jade CRL. Here is a picture of the boots in question; Here is a picture of the approved Mara Jade boots from the CRL. Feedback appreciated Thanks Sal

I'll still trying to find something better for the boots. It's hard to find something, particually as boots are out of season. Any tips for some stores on-line other than eBay? So onto the Gauntlets or forearm protectors or Bracer, whatever they are officially called, here is the original art first, with my interpretation second. Sallie Original Art. As manufactured.

Did you see these scratch built ones? http://www.theflagshipeclipse.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=13&t=2874

So the journey continues; I have got my belt in getting sewn up this week, should have it back Monday. Have been working on my gauntlets (pictures tomorrow), and other armor pieces. Boots are where I'm looking for some advice. I have the following 2 options; One is a standard plain black leather boot with a moderate heel, The other is the same but with a sole that is more akin to a 'Space Boot'; Remembering that this will be a 'First in Legion' costume and as such I think the look of the 'Space Boot' style would suit the character from Choices of one as it is a little more milatarised than fashionable. Thoughts and opinions apprciated. Sallie Simple Leather Boot. Space Boot.

I'm updating my build thread this weekend.

Thank-you so much, The belt is being stitched up at the moment I'm up to having the bodysuit measured up next Monday. My Mara Jade Lightsabre from Park Sabers should arrive in the next 2 weeks. The shoulder pads, Elbow pads and Gauntlets are being crafted at the moment using EVA foam to ensure the detail is maintained with the artwork. I'm really hoping to have the costume ready for a road test in November at the Supa Nova Pop Culture festival in Brisbane Queensland. I'm hoping for guidance from people such as yourself and any other TFE costume judges as to bringing this costume to life. My main concerns are for it's 'Approvability", being a 'First in Legion' what other things will I need to have? I have had correspondence fro The Clone Emperor and he has indicated that he could tentatively support the approval of the unit based on the placement of the story in the timeline of Mara’s career. If there is anything you can help me with I'd really appreciate it. I've also engaged members of the costume review committee within the Redback Garrison, which I am part of, as I understand they approved the costume first before it comes to the detachment for approval. So I will be updating my build threads here and on Redback Garrison in the coming weeks with my current progress. Thanks Sallie

Have you started this build for the "Choices of one" as yet? Have you been able to locate any full length references of the character other than what I have found and placed in my Photo Bucket links?

Hi there flutefreak05, I'm part way through building the Mara Jade Choices of one which is a 1st in Legion. Here is my build thread so far http://www.theflagshipeclipse.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=13&t=2875&start=15 I'm in Australia, part of the Redback Garrison. Where abouts are you located? Sallie

I note in your pictures that you have a light saber which looks like a 'Park Saber', is that correct?

Congratuations, good job and well done.