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Master List of "Where to Find" Links

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Links will be put here as they are shared with the rest of the board as a quick reference point for shoppers.


Robes and Under Robes (Triple Velvet, Plush Velvet, or Velveteen. Panne, Velour, anything crushed or very shiny will NOT be approved.):

http://www.distinctivefabric.com/fabric ... ct=VELVET1
This is the velvet you want in red and dark burgundy, you can also follow their link for velveteen. As of 09/11/08, I've ordered swatches and will post pics/scans when I receive them.

http://www.syfabrics.com/Browse.aspx/Pl ... Velvet/264
Triple velvet available in red and dark burgundy.

Fabric.com also offers some materials that could be used by Guards, Twilek Pam reviews their offerings and this is what she found:

Here's my review of the fabric.com velvets:

Cotton Velveteen Burgundy - A good color in a soft fabric.

Stretch Velvet Ruby Red - A pretty good color, and a nice looking fabric... but stretch velvet might not be a good idea when you're wearing a lot of heavy fabric. It might not hold its shape well. It also seems to have a bit too much shine, almost glittery.

Stretch Velvet Sepia (looked slightly burgundy in the picture, so I gave it a try. It's chocolate brown.)

Cotton Velveteen Red - Not good. It's too orange, and looks like upholstery fabric.


Red Suede Boots:

http://www.silhouettes.com/Product/Shoe ... 428M10BAzz
These go from 7-13 in Womens sizes, but have different width options.

These boots will replace the shorter versions as those are not available at this time.
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