Selection of DIY Articles
DIY ethic and culture is synonomous with ladies starting out in the world of pin-up and burlesque. Pincurl understands starting out on a budget, and we're here to help. Visit our DIY pages for tips on how to Do It Yourself in everything from costuming and decorating, to crafting and entertaining!
DIY Vintage Hair in Under Five Minutes
We found a great little video on achieving great vintage hairstyles in under 5 minutes. Enjoy! 5 Min 1940’s hairdo http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e2QyEWv4WDo Read More →
March 2010 — Dirty Martini
In honor of Miss Dirty Martini’s scheduled Dallas performance in March, we thought we’d give you the recipe for her namesake. “Dirty” refers to the amount of olive juice added, feel free to adjust your level of dirty to suit your tastes. Enjoy! Classic Dirty Martini 2 oz gin 1 TBsp dry vermouth 2 Tsp green olive juice 2 green olives 1. Place small amount of water and an ice... [Read more]
Pin-Up Makeup
February 2010 — Agave Kiss
This sweet and romantic concoction is perfect for Valentine’s Day. Agave Kiss 2 oz Silver Tequila 1 oz white creme de cacao 1 oz double cream 1/2 oz Chambord raspberry liquor white chocolate flakes for rimming fresh raspberries for garnish Preparation: 1. In a cocktail shaker with ice, add tequila, white crème de cacao, double cream and Chambord. 2. Shake for 15 seconds. 3. Pour into a chilled... [Read more]
Pin-Up Modeling Tips and Tricks From the Pros
We asked three highly successful pin-up photographers to share their tips and tricks for getting great pin-up images. We compiled the list into the best Pin-Up Posing Tips you’ll find anywhere. Everyone from pin-up virgins to semi-pro models will find useful tips and tricks in this handy guide. Contributors: Photo: Varga, Model: Amber Lu, MUAH: Cherry Dame Roy Varga, California Varga started back... [Read more]
January 2010 — All Things Champagne
Mimosa 3 oz orange juice 1 oz champagne In tall flute glass, first pour orange juice, then champagne. Do not stir — you’ll lose the bubbles! Velvet Swing 6 oz Champagne .5 oz port .5 oz cognac Rose petals Pour champagne, then port and cognac. Do not stir! Add rose petals allowing some to sink to the bottom. Pom Pom Champagne Cocktail 1 shot pomegranate juice 1 shot pomegranate liquor 6 oz... [Read more]
Vintage Half Moon Manicure
Originally posted here: http://www.queensofvintage.com/we-love-vintage-manicures/4 We love vintage manicures by Lena The most noticeable difference to today’s manicures is in the painting technique. It was considered to be a sign of good breeding during the late Twenties and early Thirties, to paint only part of the nail, leaving the moons and the tips un-coloured. It may be more time consuming... [Read more]
December 2009 — Ginger Snap Cookie Cocktail
1 oz Spiced Rum (Sailor Jerry’s or Captain Morgan are good choices) .5 oz ginger brandy 4 oz eggnog 1 Ginger Snap cookie Blend all liquid ingredients in blender until desired consistency is reached. Pour into tall glass and garnish with cookie for dunking. Read More →
DIY Pasties
DIY Pasties with Vivienne Vermuth Photos: Courtesy of Miss Vermuth One of the most fun things about being in burlesque has to be making pasties! These little circles of delight can really bring out your creativity, and lets you express your personality on your…well, personalities! Once you get the basics down, you’ll be a pasty making princess in no time! As far as materials for pasties,... [Read more]
Buying Feather Fans
Shake a tail feather with Black Mariah No need to post an emailed question this month because I have had DOZENS of emails from burlesque dancer wanting to purchase ostrich feather fans. I thought these emails came at a great time as I just purchased my third pair of ostrich feather fans, and let me tell you, I thought I knew everything about fans, and I did not. With that, let me educate all of you... [Read more]
