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Patterns by Atira Fashions These patterns are produced by Atira Fashions, formerly Jehlor Patterns. The actual patterns themselves have not changed, what has changed are cover illustrations. These have been newly illustrated by Jami Jihan. So, if you have an old Jehlor pattern, it is the same as the patterns in this catalog. Sometimes, Artemis has included the old and new illustrations in cases where we felt it would enchance the understanding of the contents of the pattern. Many books and a video are available to assist you with your costume project. All items here may be ordered by the item number, at our order page . All images are copyright Atira Fashions and are used with permission. There are a lot of patterns, so this page will take a minute to download, please be patient. By Dawn Devine and Barry Brown " COSTUMING FROM THE HIP " - A guide for designing and making Middle Eastern Dancewear!! At last, a book on how to create our cosumes, and their history. Thirteen chapters, appendix, bibliography, Bellydance Patterns http://www.artemisimports.com/patterns/ 1 de 23 27/07/2011 07:59 p.m.

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Patterns by Atira Fashions

These patterns are produced by Atira Fashions, formerly Jehlor Patterns. The actual patterns themselves havenot changed, what has changed are cover illustrations. These have been newly illustrated by Jami Jihan. So, ifyou have an old Jehlor pattern, it is the same as the patterns in this catalog. Sometimes, Artemis has includedthe old and new illustrations in cases where we felt it would enchance the understanding of the contents ofthe pattern. Many books and a video are available to assist you with your costume project. All items here maybe ordered by the item number, at our order page. All images are copyright Atira Fashions and are used withpermission.

There are a lot of patterns, so this page will take a minute to download, please be patient.

By Dawn Devine and Barry Brown

"COSTUMING FROM THE HIP"

- A guide for designing and making Middle Eastern Dancewear!!

At last, a book on how to create our cosumes, and their history. Thirteen chapters, appendix, bibliography,

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glossary, comb bound for easy reading, 120 pages. Author Dawn Devine Brown has created a wonderful bookwith the step by step guides you need for ceating the look that is right for you! Includes ethnic, folkloric,tribal and cabaret styles, with a special section on men's dancewear. Chapters on scarves, belts, bra cups,men's wear, jewelry, ethnic vs. cabaret, skirts, pants, vests, cholis, beledi dress, and more information. Thankyou Dawn!!$24.00 plus shipping.

"A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO MAKING A BELLY DANCE BRA AND BELT"

This 88 minute DVD tells you every thing you need to know to make a bra and belt. Clear, understandable,and in full detail, by the well known costumer Aziza, with 30 years experience in dance and costuming.Covers

Appropriate materiels, trims, beads, fabricsChoosing, covering and lining a braBasic belt shapes and constructionFringe making and flat bead techniquesTips for making a professional, long wearing costume

$37.00 plus shipping

Book: "Embellished Bras (Basic Techniques)" by Dawn Devine BrownThe first in her "workshop in a book" series. Wonderful concept, wonderful book! Everything you need toknow about creating the bra of your dreams! Chapters include: Style, right for you, design, sewing,embellishments sewing techniques, appliques, etc., care & maintenance, resources, references. 64 pg PB$24.00

The Belly Dancers Folkloric Costumeby Rebecca Long. Includes detailed descriptions, and hints for recreating authentic andhistoric costumes for : Ghawazee (old and new style). Ouled Nail, Tunisian Shaabi, Taureg forGuedra dance and more. Author Rebecca Long, shows clear, step-by-step instructions forBeledi dresses, gulf dresses, harem pants. Lavishly illustrated, the book is 62 informationpacked pages. "The Belly Dancers Folkloric Costume" book is $20.00

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Order Here!All books and videos + 10% S&H

From Turban to Toe RingA brand new book by Dawn Brown and Barry Brown, following in the footsteps of it'spredecessor, "Costuming from the Hip," this book is full of information for the TribalDancer. It goes in-depth into the design, development and construction of the variousparts and pieces that compose Tribal style costuming. Nearly 300 illustrations, lots ofinformation, inspiring text, includes sections on designing cholis, decorating bras,making pants and skirts, as well as a large section of tribal jewelry identification andhenna mixing and application. A must have reference for tribal dancers! $24.00

Bedlah, Baubles and Beads (Dawn Devine Brown)The cabaret book by the well-known costume guru, focusing on the cabaret costume:history, materials, tools, bra & belt instruction, skirts, accessories, techniques,bibliography. $24.00

Style File-A Visual Vocabulary of Middle Eastern Dance CostumeA great little 40 page book, packed with information on costume terms, what goes with what, costumeappropriate issues, what you can combine, over 50 illustrations. Great resource! $12.00

Skirting the Issues

a book by Dawn Devine Brown, with complete information on makingall styles of skirts, from the classic, tribal, gypsy to awesomevariations. Figure types, skirt patterns, how to measure and make thepatterns, skirt toppings, so much in this book! $10

Pants For the Dance

by Dawn Devine Brown,everything you need to knowabout making many differenttypes of dance, for female andmale dancers. Great historicpants, cuffed models, designissues, the "pants primer."$10

Tribal Style Headdress &Makeup

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Guidelines for creating a unique and exotictribal look (by Carolena Nericcio, FatChanceBelly Dance), published by Folkwear . 12pages of photos and step-by-step to create thefamous FatChance look from the neck up! 81/2 x ll" $9.95

The Costume Goddess Tells All (CabaretBelt & Bra)Dina Lydia, the "Costume Goddess" has donethe most complete instructional ever on bra &belt, I mean it is fabulous. Everything fromwhat is right for your body, designs, tools, materials, making patterns, every conceivable design and motif,costume care, so comprehensive! Lots of pictures, illustrations, ideas 75 pp $21

The Costume Goddess Tells All (Easy Costume For Bellydancers)Another great book with 58 sections from basics to different tops (like butterfly cover-ups), hip belts madefrom scarves!, beladi dresses, accessories, veils and veil drapes, lots of info., lots of illustrations & ideas. 64+pp $21.00

The Costume Goddess Tells All (Flattering Costume Form Bellydancers)Everything you need to know for producing the most flattering costumes for your figure type. Dina is amarvel! From: what the costume is, to good taste, decorating materials, bosom and bellydance, strategies tlortho larger figure, the art of illusion, alterations. Lots of illustrations. 70 + pp $21

The Costume Goddess Tells All (Arm Costume For Bellydancers)Everything for arms, many different kinds of sleeves, gauntlets, arm coverings, arm bracelets, arm & sleevedrapes, fabulous, resource, lots of illustrations, 51 + pages $21.00

The Costume Goddess Tells All (Tribal Toppings For Bellydancers)Another great Dina book, focusing on tribal. 29 pages on ethnicity, tribal design considerations, variations,Tribal Fusion Costume, belly dance tribal tops, tools, best looks, and on and on. $21

The Costume Goddess Tells All (Thrifty Chic for Bellydancers)1001 ideas for making a chilc but cheap costume from found and second hand materials; what to look for instores, how to save on every costume part, even children's, tools & supplies lots and lots of photos. 89+ pages$21

The Costume Goddess Tells All, (Headpieces and Hairstyles for Bellydancers)Once again, Dina gives us a wonderful book. Over 55 pages of photos of headpieces, with directions formaking. Over 18 sections on different head treatments, from cabaret to tribal, and folkloric, with a resourcelist. Lots of photos. $21

"Moondancer Goes Tribal - 101 Belly Dance Costume Designs for the Tribal Fanatic"(Munieral Derima) Tribal costume book especially helpful for the plus-size dancer. Choli patterns and stylingsfor the plus-size ladies. Book: $25.00. Choli patterns: $15.00.(Choli patterns come in regular size B-C, D, DDsizes--specify, when ordering)

Egyptian Shirt

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This is a shortened version ofthe traditional Egyptiangalabia or man's robe.Loosefitting style with sidepanels and slit pockets. Theyoke can be turned to theinside, or to the outside forinteresting contrast.Instructions are included forknotted buttons, decorativecording, soutache applique, and lengthening the shirt to make the galabia. Misses 6-16: Men's 32-44. $16.95Order #104

Tribal Style Belly Dancer

Choli (Backless top in misses sizes small to 2XL in B,C, & Dcups. The other garments are gathered or tied to fit.

Fabulous assortment of tribal garments for an entire outfit fortriabl dancers! Pattern for 7 items: Choli top, coin bra,ten-yard skirt, pantaloons, hip shawl, and tassle belt.Designed by Folkwear patterns and FatChanceBellyDance.

Order #144 $19.95

Azita's Crocheted bras and girdles

For those of you handy with a crochet hook this may be the answerto your bra and girdle wardrobe. Choose any shade of metalliccrochet tread to complement your costumes-copper, silver or gold ora combination of the two. Coins, chain, beads or fringe may be addedfor trim. Five crocheted patterns included. $8.00 Order #2

Nagwa's bra-tops

This pattern includes three bra-top variations: a halter, criss-crosshalter and a fitted band with elastic casings. All are lined. Any ofthese tops may be worn without an under-bra (an under-bra or bracups are suggested if heavy bead or coin decorations will be added).

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May be made in jersey, matte jersey, quiana, velvet, panne velvet orsatin. Separate cutting lines for small, medium and large given on thesame pattern $8.00 Order #3

Tahia Alibeck's Bras

A decorated bra of some kind is one of the essentials of a MiddleEastern dancer's wardrobe. You may prefer the style encrusted withbeads or draped with fringe, chain or tassels or you may choose themore traditional coin covered bra. We'll give you some tips on doingall types and also show you how to cover your bra with fabric tomatch a pair of harem pants or a circle skirt. $7.50 Order #4

Tahia Alibeck's Belts

Another necessity in the wardrobe of a belly dancer is her belt. Theseare usually made to coordinate with her bra- either beaded or coined,fabric covered with jeweled decorations or perhaps draped withchain ir fringe. This pattern has five different belt variations andmany helpful hints on covering and decorating them. $9.00 Order #5

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Inalame's Halter bra and Tie Girdle

These halter bra and tie girdles are excellent for the dancer with afull figure - or for the dancer who is trying to lose inches. Thegathered top may be made with a solid front or with a front slitopening and has a self fabric draw-string. The tie girdle may be madein any of the three variations shown. The tie may be made in amatching or contrasting fabric. Separate cutting lines for small,medium and large given on the same pattern, $9.00 Order #6

Alviyah's Turkish-Macedonian Vest

A form-fitting vest with tab trims at keyhole neckline and under bust.May be worn over a fabric covered, beaded or coined bra, or overany of the blouses. This vest is similar to those worn by the dancinggirls in Egypt in the late nineteenth century. May be made in velvet,satin, brocade, or in any rich colored fabric. Vest should be lined andtrimmed with braid in filigree designs. May be made sleeveless orwith either of the two sleeve variations shown. For a beautifulvariations embroider a traditional design in center back and each sideof the front. Separate cutting lines for small, medium, and large aregiven on same pattern. $9.00 Order #7

Bahar's Boleros

Any of the boleros may be worn with harem pants or circleskirts-over any of the blouses, caftans or folk chemises, with a fabric-covered, beaded or coined bra. A great costume accessory. May bemade in velvet, satin, brocade or tapestry and trimmed with narrowmetallic braid, fringe or tassels. For beautiful variation make yourbolero in a bright print fabric and bead over the design to highlightthe pattern. Five variations shown. Separate cutting lines are givenfor small (8-10) medium (12-14) and large (16-18) on samepattern.$9.00 Order #8

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Saadia's Vest

A form fitting, over the bust vest which may be worn with or withoutan undercoated bra. If made in a lightweight fabric, this makes anexcellent top for class. May be made in velvet, satin, brocade ortaffeta. Wear with harem pants, circle skirt. May be made sleevelessor with either of the two sleeve variations shown. Three necklinevariations given. Separate cutting lines for small, medium, and largegiven on same pattern. $9.00 Order #9

Parie's Peasant Blouse

This versatile little blouse may be worn alone or under any of the vests or boleros.Looks great with harem pants or a circle skirt. Beautiful in a shimmering metallicknit or a soft knit panne velvet. Three sleeve variations shown. One size fits all.$9.00 Order #10

Marhvash's Turkish-Arab Vest

Another form fitting vest with keyhole neckline. No separate tab trim at front as inTurkish-Macedonian vest. Nineteenth century engravings show this vestpredominantly in stripes but any velvet, satin ro brocade fabric could be used. Thisvest is also completely lined and may be worn over blouses or bras. May be madesleeveless or with either of the two sleeve variations shown. A fun variation - coveryour vest with coins to wear over a sheer caftan or folk chemise. Separate cuttinglines for small, medium, and large are given on the same pattern, $9.00 Order #11

Suzanna's Swirl Skirt

This eight paneled skirt, which first appeared in St. Tropez, on the FrenchRiviera, will give a new look to your cabaret costume. You may use all one fabricor alternating panels of two fabrics. A variation used by the beautiful Suzanna isalternating panels of satin and sequin fabrics. One size fits all with minoradjustments given in directions. $10.00 Order #12

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Najla's Accent Skirt

This overskirt may be worn with harem pants or a circle skirt or three layersworn alone, with points alternated, made in varying shades of color. May bemade in satin, silk, chiffon, or any lightweight, flowing material, or from 32"square silk scarves. One size fits all. Note: This pattern does not include a patternfor the circle skirt. (See Pattern #14) $11.00 Order #13

Sirane's Skirts and Salome's Veils

These skirts would be gorgeous in a shimmering satin trimmedsequin, in a soft metallic knit, or in yards of billowing, floatingchiffon. May be worn alone, over harem pants or with a contrastingpanel skirt worn over it. Full circle, half circle and quarter circleskirt. One size fits all with minor adjustment given in directions.Special directions given for ruffled edging. The veil has come downfrom the ancient cradle of civilization as the most honored andmeaningful of costume accessories in feminine dress. For thousandsof years it has stood for bondage, humility, modesty, holiness,marriage, morning, or beauty. The veil is among the most beautifuland useful accessories in Middle Eastern dancers wardrobe. $12.00Order #14

Hathaya's Harem Pants

There called chalwar in Iran, libas, in Egypt, shaksheer or shintiyan in Turkey ordimje in Yugoslavia and Bulgaria. You'll call them wonderful when you see howmuch they add to your costume, whether made in a flowing sheer to wear under acircle skirt or in a softly draping knit with panel skirt, or under a caftan or folkchemise for a more traditional look. A good basic for any costume. Excellent forpracticing or performing. Both variations shown. One size fits all. $11.00 Order #15

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Khariya's Skirts

These Egyptian style skirts are ideal for boarder print fabrics, sari material withwoven metallic trim or sequin fabric. Wonderful for practicing or performing. Agood skirt for students or for teachers since your legs can be seen in action. Onesize fits all with minor adjustments given in directions. $11.00 Order #16

Sharreh's Skirts

A sly way to have the covered look without all these yards ofmaterial required for a circle skirt. Both skirts allow just aprovocative peek of leg. The Turkish skirt may be worn alone. ThePersian skirt may be worn over harem pants. Either skirt may beworn with a contrasting panel and may be made in a metallic sheer,flowing chiffon or a soft knit. $11.00 Order #17

Farasha's Accessories

These are fun things to wear with your cabaret costume: a fittedgauntlet; four sleeved variations; a beaded headband, necklace andupper arm band; and two head cover-ups (for those of you with shorthair that want to look long). We've also added patterns for a zil bagand trim tab. $11.00 Order #18

Gloves and Gauntlets

Gloves and Gauntlets (as shown-tops and bustiers not included).Gloves in elbow and opera lengths. Gauntlets feature a dramatic

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point held in place by an elastic loop. Sized to stretch-to-fit mostarms. Style requires fabric with 75% stretch One size fits all. $10.00Order #401

Parveneh's Panels

A versatile costume accessory to complement your harem pants orcircle skirts. May be made in elegant brocades, luxurious velvets,metallic sheers, or sequined fabrics. Trim with coins, beads, braid orother baubles. Nine variations included in pattern. One size fits all.$11.00 Order #19

Cikira's Jacket

This simple little jacket makes a great addition to your cabaret wardrobe. May bemade from a glitter scarf or any sheer, sparkly fabric. One size fits all. $11.00Order #20

Shirin's Farrajiyah

A modern version of the cloak of the African desert worn by theTuaregs. The raglan sleeves are long and wide and may be finished

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with a cut-out on the shoulders. May be made hip length or fulllength- worn with a closed front or open across the midriff. May bemade in a sheer fabric and worn over a coined bra, or in a heavyfabric which has been embroidered. Separate cutting lines for small,medium and large on same pattern. $11.00 Order #21

Al-Zahra's Ghawazee Coat

This fitted bodice coat is copied from the coats worn by the famousGhawazee dancers of Egypt in the 19th century. We show it in threelengths- waist, hip and full, with three neckline and three sleevevariations. Most engravings show this in striped material, but anyfabric could be used, plain, patterned, heavy or sheer. Seperatecutting lines for small, medium and large are given on same pattern.$13.00 Order #22

(Also Madame X's Ghawazee Pattern, good for Plus's)

Adjustable Ghawazee Coat & Turkish Vest.

Developed for dancers who fluctuate inweight, to ensure a perfect fit every time.Based on traditional Ghawazee dancecostume, with four sets of lacings, (2 infont, 2 in back), to accommodate hipsfrom 32" to 72", two necklines, twosleeves, two hem lengths. $12.00 Order#9803

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Elena's Beledi Dress

The versatile beledi dress is a wonderful costume for those dancerswho prefer to cover up. In Egypt, as well as here, the beledi dressmay be made from Asyut, the metal embroidered net shawls so hardto find. Make yours in metallic knit, sequined fabric, metallic sheersor any fabric of your choice. We show two styles, three neckline andthree sleeve variations. Separate cutting lines for small, medium andlarge on same pattern. $11.00 Order #23

Madame X Adjustable Beledi Dress With Lacings

This great pattern in inspired by historical clothing that laced up toaccommodate fit, perfect for plus sizes, pregnancies, etc., since it willaccommodate 32" to 72" hips. Two neck lines, and three sleeveoptions; and adjustments for grande sizes and petite sizes.

Alesandre's Abayeh

Traditionally a primitive Muslim garment of Africa, Turkey and Persia. Ourmodern version makes a wonderful cover-up for your bellydance costume.Beautiful in silk, striped satin, lightweight brocade, panne velvet or lightweightwool. The front seam may be left open- and fastened with ties, or you maychoose to have a zipper front. One size fits all. $11.00 Order #24

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Phaedra's Egyptian Caftan

This Egyptian caftan is a full length garment with long, draped sleeves madefrom 54" or 60" wide materiel. One size fits all. $11.00 Order #25

Etiya's Etek

This beatiful embroidered or braid trimmed jacket is copied from those worn byAlgerian dancers in the middle of the nineteenth century. These would beoutstanding made in velvet, satin or heavy brocade. We show two versions-kneelength and bolero length, both with a full draped sleeve. A gusset insert under thearm allows for more freedom when dancing. Instructions included for Shisha"mirror embroidery." Separate cutting lines for small, medium and large are givenon the same pattern. $11.00 Order #26

Bahiga's Blouse

This blouse may be worn under any of the vests and boleros, orunder the Ghawazee coat. May be made hip length to tuck intoharem pants, or full length as a blouse-chemise to be worn overharem pants and under the fitted bodice coats. Looks best whenmade in a sheer fabric such as chiffon, cotton voile, batiste, or liningfabric. Three sleeve variations shown. One size fits all. $11.00 Order#27

Farida's Folk Chemise

The traditional robe of the Middle East and North Africa usually made in ahomespun, heavy weight fabric in plain color or wide stripes, and often heavilyembroidered at the yoke, on the body, hem and sleeves. For dancing, a lighterweight material such as cotton or polyester blend lining fabric might be morecomfortable. Embroidered trim may be done by hand or machine. The chemise

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may be closed down the front, or pulled back to leave the midriff bare. Separatecutting lines for small medium and large given on same pattern $ 11.00 Order#28

Cemiyeh's Caftan

The traditional caftan is long, coat like garment with long sleeves wornthroughout the countries near the Eastern Mediterranean. Usually made ofbeautiful fabric in striped or brocaded silk, velvet or cotton. It maybe held by acummerbund or hizaam wrapped around the waist. The sides may be left open tothe hip and worn over harem pants, or sewn closed and worn alone. The bottomneckline and sleeve edges may be trimmed with woven braid or embroidery. Afun variation: Trim with multi-colored ribbon streamers sewn across theshoulders, the ends hanging loose at front and back. Separate cutting lines forsmall, medium, and large given on the same pattern. $11.00 Order #29

Duriyya's Djellaba

A modern rendition of a native Moroccan caftan like robe with long, loose raglansleeves. The traditional djellaba is the age old hooked cloak of North Africa and theNear East, and our version make a wonderful cover-up for your belly dancecostume. Make it in a knit velour trimmed with a braid, a brocade trimmed withvelvet ribbon or a light weight wool. You might even try brightly patterned velvetfinish bath towels for a different look. Separate cutting lines for small, medium, andlarge given on same pattern. $14.00 Order #30

Badawia's Burnous

A long, circular mantle with a hood worn by Arabian men and woman whentraveling. With it the women sometimes wear veils. We show two versions, fulllength and knee length. May be lined or unlined. May be made of heavy satin,velvet, corduroy, wool or lightweight brocade. One size for woman and one size formen, both shown on same pattern. $11.00 Order #31

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Abdul's Gallibiya

This long traditional cotton body garment is called adish-dasha in Iraq, a kumya by the North AfricanMoor and a tobe or gallibiya by the Arabic speakingworld. The shirt length garment is called a kurta. Thisgarment is usually made of white cotton. You maychoose to make it in a bright colored or stripedfabric. It may be worn under the aba. We show twolengths, three necklines and two sleeve variations.Separate cutting lines for small, medium and largegiven on same pattern. $11.00 Order #32

Omar's Aba

A primitive Muslim garment of Africa, Turkey and Persia which serves as a cloakand blanket. Usually made of wool, camel hair or goats hair in the Middle East. Youmay make yours of a washable cotton or cotton-polyester blend. The traditionalcolors are black or white or brown, trimmed with a braid. One size fits all. $11.00Order #33

Ahmed's Chalwar

Chalwar are the draped pantaloons worn by men in North Africa and the MiddleEast. The chalwar fit tight around the ankle and lower part of the leg with a widepleated and draped upper portion with gathers around the waist. For dress occasionthe chakwar are made in fine black wool or silk trimmed with black braid over allseams. The chalwar are worn wit a white cotton or cream silk kurta (shirt) with thehizaam or kusak (a wide silk sash, many yards long, wrapped around the waist).Separate cutting lines given for short, average, and tall. $11.00 Order # 34

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Ibrahim's Cepken

This richly embroidered bolero like vest or jacket is worn by menover a white shirt and with a sash. You may choose to trim yourcepken with braid or decorative ribbon or with fur trim. For dressoccasions the cepken is made in fine black wool trimmed with goldbraid, embroidery and buttons. Three sleeve variations are shown.Separate cutting lines for small, medium and large are given on samepattern. $11.00 Order #35

Hanida's & hadhi's Headdresses

The wearing of a Middle Eastern garment often requires a properheaddress to make the costume complete. We'll show you sixtraditional men's headdresses from the Middle East, plus a list ofsources. We'll tell you how to wrap a man's turban too. We'll alsoshow you four traditional women's headdresses and include a patternfor a turban. In addition we include three cabaret style headdresseswith pattern for two of them and a list of sources. $9.00 Order #36

Endless Wave Harem Pants (designed by Gaylene)

Finally, a pattern for these very flattering and flowing harem pants.The "wings" sewn on the pant legs makes the flow look like a multi-layered skirt and looks more "in-tune" with your lightweight cabaretfull skirts. $17.00 Order #1515

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Marvelous Mermaid and Fabulous Fishtail Skirt

Customized "Mermaid" style skirt, withoutseams at knees, form fitted skirt flairs out fromknee. Added "fishtail" is a half-circle swagfalling from the bottom of Derrier (veryflattering). Great for those velour skirts. $10.00Order #9802

For the Gothic And Urban Tribal Belly Dance Look--patterns by Tempest.

$16.00 each.Corset BeltOrder #1517aCorset BraOrder #1517b

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Tempest's Corseted Arm.

$16.00 each.Darkly Elegant Arm wear,designed by Tempest, includespatterns & designs forwristlets, armbands, smittens,drapes, fings. All sizesincluded, accents,adornements, designer cuts &ankles. Needs less than 1 yardof fabric (some even 1/4 yd).

Corseted Arm Order #1517c

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Gaza Dress

This ankle-length gown iscomposed of easy-to-construct panels that areperfect for pieced orhandwoven fabricvariations, needlework, andother embellishment. Createan heirloom with one of thetraditional embroiderydesigns included with thepattern. Misses 6-18.$14.95 Order #101

Turkish Dancer

The 18th, 19th centuryEntar (Robe) Featuresoptional waisThapingdarts, button-loop frontclosures. Make as a gownto layer under includedvest or jacket. Patternincludes Entari,jacket,vest $19.95 Order #108

Turkish Coat

A favorite with quilters andclothing artists, this coat

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originated in Central Asia,where it is made in brilliantsilks and floral cottons. Theboot-length reversible coat isperfect for inventive fabriccombinations. It features aquilted or trapunto border atthe hem, neckline, and front

opening. Instructions for quilting and trapunto are included. Misses 6-16. $16.95 Order #106Syrian Dress

For crossing the deserts ofAfrica or the urbanlandscape, this flowing dressdrapes gracefully from atriangular shoulder yoke that'sa perfect canvas forneedlework artistry. Patternincludes instructions foroptional embroidery stitchesand design motifs. Misses6-18. $14.95 Order #105Flamenco Dress and Practice Skirt

This sensational fashion isperfect for traditionalflamenco dancing, boleroballroom dancing, orcontemporary salsa. Theprincess-seam dress hasflounced cap sleeves,Vneck front, scoop-neckback, and four lavishflounces attached tofoundation tiers. The skirt

has a raised and slightly shaped waistline and three flounces (although you can make it with only one or allfour). The simple-sew fabric Rose accessory can be pinned to the dress or worn in the hair. Pattern includesFlamenco history and terminology. Misses Extra Small to Extra Large. $19.95 Order #140Moroccan Burnoose

This sweeping cape istraditionally worn by Berbertribesmen over loose tunics anduntraditionally worn by urbanexecutives over business suits.The bias-cut half circle designfeatures an ample hood forprotection from the sand andsun, or for discreet camoutlage,Details are included about

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different ways of wearing anddraping the , finished garment.All sizes. $14.95 Order #132South Asian Tops & Wraps

An exotic mini-wardrobe of aBunnese jacket, Thai wrapblouse, and Indian choli towear with a sari. Pattern alsogives instructions for wearingthe traditional sarong skirtsand sari. Lengthen the topsfor different looks or toshowcase luscious fabrics.Instructions for making threetypes of knotted frog closuresincluded. Misses 6-16. $16.95Order #134

Sarouelles

Three comfortable andtimeless pants designs fromTurkey, Africa, and India,with elastic or drawstringwaist and ankle variations.Full and flowing easy-sewstyles are perfect forsumptuous fabrics thatdrape well. Historical loreand traditional embroiderydesigns included. Misses6-18; Men's 32-44. $14.95Order #119Afghani Nomad Dress

This traditional dress worn bynomadic women inAfghanistan is ideal for mixingfabrics and embellishments.The raised bodice is fitted andhas a back or front neckopening. Pattern includesinstructions for traditionalembroidery stitches, fringeddecoration, and beadwork.Misses 6-16. $16.95 Order

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We carry FOLKWEAR patterns!

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#101 Gaza Dress $14.95#104 Egyptian Shirt $16.95$105 Syrian Dress $14.95#106 Turkish Coat $16.95#108 Turkish Dancer $20.00#107 Afghani Nomad Dress $16.95#119 Sarouelles $14.95#132 Moroccan Burnoose $14.95#134 South Asian Tops & Wraps (Indian/Burmese Choli) $16.95#140 Flamenco Dress and Practice Skirt $19.95#144 Tribal Style Belly Dancer $19.95

-And, "Madame X" patterns:

#9802 Marvelous Mermaid and Fabulous Fishtail Skirt-(flairs from knee) So perfect for those velours,two views, simple flair, or added fishtail flair (very flattering) $10

#9803 Adjustable Ghawazee Coat & Turkish Vest (Fluctuates in size as your weight does, with four setsof lacings, 2 in front, 2 in back, accommodates hips from 32-72" $12.00

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