It’s time for another fun filled contest! This time around the theme is Mardi Gras. I want to see your best Masquerade Masks. Get out your purple, green, and gold paint. Pretend you need a stunning mask to wear with your gown or tuxedo to a Mardi Gras Ball. Be creative!

1st Annual That Costume Girl Mardi Gras Mask Contest

Rules:
~Email a picture of you wearing your mask to ThatCostumeGirl@gmail.com.
~Pictures should be no larger than 800 x 800 pixels in JPEG format.
~Entries must be received by February 21, 2009.
~Two winners will be selected on or about Mardi Gras, February 24, 2009.
~Please no professional mask artists. If you are a professional mask maker, you may submit a picture of your work and a link to your store but you will not be eligible for a prize.
Prize packages include a 2009 Cloisonné Endymion medallion.
Keep reading for mask ideas and templates.

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According to the shoutbox, Laura has an interest in Batman. He is the world’s greatest detective. He is one of the smartest guys in the DC universe. He also has a few issues he refuses to resolve. Who’s wearing the Batsuit?

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Today just seemed like a news day. I’ve gathered three of my favorite stories for you. First up, Glamour scored an exclusive interview with Janie Bryant the costume designer for Mad Men. She talks about her influences and some of her favorite thrift shops in Los Angeles and New York. Next I thought you’d like to know great costumes from film are on display at the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising. The exhibition will run through March 29. Lastly, I read a fun little tidbit about Hugh Jackman and his costumes. He keeps a few of his costumes at home to keep the marriage spicy. That’s the news for Monday, happy costuming.

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Oscar announced the 2009 nominations this week. I’ve already told you what movies I thought reigned supreme in costume design. Oscar followed tradition by focusing on period dramas for costume design and science fiction for makeup effects. It bothers me that they continue to show a bias against science fiction and action movies in the Best Costume category. Let’s take a look at who Oscar selected as Best Costume and Makeup nominations. Keep reading to see all the nominees.

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I love reading your questions in the shoutbox. Last week’s questions included a subject I know very little about. I’ve done some searching and I think I have an answer for JacobFan. Laura Ingalls was covered before, but I see no reason why I can’t go over it again. It’s obviously a popular costume. Lastly I’ll cover Lady Godiva. Read the Shoutbox answers.

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Today begins the auction of numerous costumes, sketches, ships, and small props from the Battlestar Galactica television and mini-series. The auction occurs on January 17, at 12PM Est and again on January 18, at 1PM Est. Tune into the auction network for more details. See what else is up for auction.

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