Fabric and material
I have learned through reliable sources that the Jedi Bindu "light bringer" tunics were made of a fabric called KHADII or more commonly "Indian Homespun". It's the same type of fabric that Ghandi wore. I have done numerous web searches trying to find a bolt or two with absolutely no luck. If anyone could find a source for this rare fabric, it would finally bring balance to the force for all Jedi and Sith alike.
If you're lucky, you can occasionally find homespun at Wal*Mart. The trick is finding it in earth-tones and natural colors. Another good choice is osnaburg (which, again, can sometimes be found at Wal*Mart). It generally seems to be available in the lighter natural shades.
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... or the galaxy's best utility knife?
I have a great local source for fabric, I have to go there in a few days for elastic so I'll check for you. Maryland has a surprising amount of rare and unusual fabrics sold locally, what colors do you need? if I find it I'll pm you with price/shipping etc. it's only a 5 minute drive for me so there is really no hassle to check.
EDIT; there is also the Eastern market in D.C. I can check, I can garantee it will be there but it will take me a long time to get it since I'm in the process of moving. btw, the Eastern market is a historic 3 block section of stores that sell handmade goods from middle eastern families, the quality CAN NOT be matched!!!
Last edited by Dark Helmet; 07-20-2008 at 12:36 AM.
If you refuse to bridge the gap, You will always be on the other side.
Thanks Helmet, I'd really appreciate that. I'm looking for black, but I've never really sewn anything from scratch so I'm not exactly sure how much yardage I will need. I'm still debating weather or not to make pants as well as the tunic. I have a pair of Japanese Hakama "kendo/akido" pants that look a lot like Revan's skirt. The problem with Hakama pants is, that they are quite thick, they don't breathe very well; even though they're cotton, and they're kind of stiff so they don't move that great for filming purposes. Hakamas also have an annoyingly hard back plate that can become a little bit uncomfortable after extended wear.Originally Posted by Dark Helmet
Either way I would definitely appreciate any help in locating the genuine article, so please let the schwartz guide you.
"Cough, Cough, Cough, I can't breathe in this thing"!
LOL
"They've gone to plaid"
Last edited by Darth Kronos; 07-20-2008 at 12:57 AM.
LOL! ok, I'll look for some in black, if not then white or blue for re-dyeing. blue is good for dyeing black since the fibers have opened for dark colors, but black should be pretty easy to get. I actually have a few places I can try, but like I said, if all else fails a trip yo D.C will solve it.
If you refuse to bridge the gap, You will always be on the other side.
Thanks Helmet.
There is no pressing need to go to ludicrous speed.
I would personally be dying mine black anyway, unless of course I can find it in black. I just don't understand why I can't seem to find any of the authentic material. I live in Miami Fl. which is; believe it or not, the number 2 fashion center in the US. I didn't know that until I started going to the art institute here in Miami, about 70% of our student body are fashion design majors. I've been asking every one of them that I know I've even attended the annual textiles convention here with no luck. Someone suggested that I use crinkle cotton, but it just seems so fragile and flimsy. I'll look into the wal mart thing though. Thanks for the suggestion.
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