DIY: Menorah Merkin

Schlep Sisters. Photo: Don Spiro THE SCHLEP SISTERS HANUKKAH CRAFT CORNER Menorah Merkin/Hanukkah Hairpiece Depending on what Hanukkah party you’re going to, you’ll want some holiday bling to stand out in the crowd! If it’s a family gathering your hairpiece will be the most festive fascinator at the party. If you’re planning a sexy date or a holiday burlesque act your merkin... [Read more]

DIY: Customs by Cora

Customs By Cora – D.I.Y. Sewing and Crafting Anyone who knows me knows I have a costuming compulsion…sickness…ok, possibly a serious problem. Thanks to Pin Curl Magazine, I now have an opportunity to share some of my madness with you. I hope that I can give you some ideas and information that will help you find new and fun ways to express yourself and make the world a more beautiful (or crazy)... [Read more]

DIY: Fascinator

Congrats to Silver Kitsune of Charlotte, North Carolina, who won First Place in our recent DIY contest with this Fascinator Project! How to make a professional looking fascinator: The word “fascinator” has recently come into the public consciousness due to certain royal hijinks revolving around horse races and weddings. Worn instead of a hat, the modern fashion world has taken to reviving the... [Read more]

DIY: Calavera Make-Up

Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is one of the most unique holidays in the world. Originating in Mexico, it is a celebration of the lives of those who have passed, and an invitation for them to return to visit for a day. More recently, it has become an American pop culture obsession. Want to join in on the celebration? Enjoy this handy DIY make-up tutorial on calavera, or skull, make-up applications. Watch... [Read more]

Ask a Burlesque Entertainer: Rhinestones

Have a question you would love to have a seasoned performer answer?  Are you a fabulous burly-q gal who’d like to answer reader questions?  Hit us up at editor@pincurlmag.com ! Vivienne Vermuth. Photo: High Art Tips for stretching your costume budget: Making every rhinestone count! by: Vivienne Vermuth Sitting in the audience at a burlesque show is thrilling, especially seeing the moment... [Read more]

The Tape Dilemma

The Tape Dilemma By: Black Mariah How do you apply pasties? I think the only real point that will never have one answer between burlesque dancers is “how do you keep your pasties on?” The answers will range from Flash tape, eyelash glue, spirit gum, toupee tape, and the list grows every year I spend in the world of burlesque. I have attended many shows, many conversations in the dressing rooms,... [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]