Latex Corset

Latex corsets - really something every girl should have in her wardrobe.  They are so versatile.  Wear them with jeans and a t-shirt for a casual look, pair with evening wear for a dressy occasion, they go just about anywhere.  And, you can wear it to a fetish event, or out and about in a more vanilla crowd.  It's the all in one fetish accessory.

These shots are from December of last year.  So much for catching up with my photo backlog.  I'm really hoping that things will quite down with my new place soon and I can get back to my hobbies.  Every weekend is putting together furniture and shopping for new stuff, which is fun, but at the same time exhausting.  I'll be releived once everything is in it'splace and I can chill a bit more.

More Vynx.

As I've been naughty and not posted I have quite a few shoots you haven't seen photos from.  I'm gonna post some faves over a few days so you can see them :)

I know I posted some of Vynx, but as it is quite possibly what I consider to be my most productive shoot yet I thought I'd post some more.  All of these will be in sets on zivity in the coming months.

This outfit made me smile alot, we attracted a fair bit of attention, but the top was one of those hilarious moulded rubber bras with built in nipples that Vynx didn't quite fill, despite having rather large wonderful boobs!

Vynx is a model made for latex, her curves are simply amazing in it.

I mean, just look at that butt!

Heres some experiementation with my lensbaby

and I shall post more of Vynx in another journal as we shot so much!  She loves rubber and most fetishes so its always a pleasure to shoot with her, I can't wait till I move and we get to shoot again

Kitten xxx

New Stuff...

 OK, so I was invited to bring my collection to House of Style Production's August 30th Denver event. So I've been working at getting some new stuff out before then (which is really killing my writing and curriculum development time, but what're ya going to do?).

I was asked to do some male apparel, which makes perfect sense, so this is my first bash at that, aside form a pair of briefs I made to test a new pattern I made, and some thinner material I've never used before (figured, I'd experiment with something small, waste less material if it went bad). So this is my first attempt at something major for the guys.

Thoughts? It's also my first attempt at any sort of applique, so there is that as well. :) 

Oh, and I need opinions on what else to put together for the show!! Here're a couple other pieces I did for it since the tutorial dress I posted here in my process series:

Lastly, someone had asked on one of my process posts, to see some shots of a 'case-wrapped' hem ( a term I like by the way. Hadn't thought of that one. :) ). So Here are a couple shots of what that looks like on the collar of the shirt:

  This is the collar/hem, at the seam, where the two ends joined together. Both from the outside, and the inside. When applying this piece, do the outside first, so you are sure you get it where you want it, visually, then do the inside so any issues, or inconsistencies are out of sight of casual observers.

Viva Fetish!

This is just perfect. I want to add on to the last blog saying:

"I know I know, I'm terrible and haven't updated my blog in a while, but I promise, I have good reason!"

quoted by Pirate Photography. My excuse is I've been keeping Fetish in the Media fresh but, at least here is my first blog of the week. Of course I will promise my best to contribute to Fetish in the Media. Getting back to business, today's posting I would have to say gears more toward the guys. What's all the buzz really about? I mean I was thinking what if the average man came across Fetish Buzz or more should I say FETISH!!!???

Could it mean the death of Male Enhancement Pills? For example like Viagra and Extenze?

Viva in Spanish means "Live", so why keep throwing your money down the drain and invest in some latex for either your wife or significant other? This way that excitement can LIVE forever and save a whole lot of money in your pockets especial in a time of deep recession! Between these male enhancement pills, they are so boring and not as exciting as having their woman in PVC or latex outfits. In fact, they should be obsolete!

So here's my plan to build up that confidence the natural way. Get that hot latex outfit for your girl, make sure it's super shiny or shine lube her up good and both people can be instantly satisfied. She'll be so happy and impressed, she'll be rubbing her butt all the way to the bedroom.

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After reading this posting, you will be all set and ready to go for the weekend! ¡Adios! and live ¡La Vida Loca!

an update

I know I know, I'm terrible and haven't updated my blog in a while, but I promise, I have good reason!

I'm going to be moving to Norwich (4 hours away from where I currently live) with my partner and Master/Mistress Kao, I can't wait!  To get to live the lifestyle 24/7 will be wonderful.

Photoshoots wise I have been keeping myself busy in between working 2 jobs, packing and sorting out the flat, so heres some from a recent shoot with Kinniret, with hair and makeup by Samantha Lyann.

and I promise, I shall update with more photos soon!

Kitten xxx

Fuzzy shower pics

I put my camera in the corner of the bathroom and shot downward and at an angle using the remote control.  Unfortunately I did not check to make sure that I had the lens set to autofocus - it had been left on manual, so all the shots came out blurry.  Nonetheless it is kind of a cool effect. 

I just moved from my cramped condo into a full size house - so I have a new and improved larger bathroom that I will have to try and shoot again in .  Of course things are so busy I don't know when I'll get a chance.  I'm hoping things will calm down shortly.  90% of the painting is done - I was considering having a fetish painting party - if everyone wore vinyl any spills could be wiped off your clothing easy!

my life. the struggle between rubber and reaility

Pink latex ruffle skirt

I love the way the pvc rimmed stockings look.  It's a good combination of fetish and non-fetish, though I guess fishnet could be deemed as fetish.  I often find that the best look for fetishwear isn't head to toe shiny, but a mix and match of sorts.  Summer hasn't ended yet and I'm already on the search for a sweater and vinyl jeans combo.  I also want to get a more conservative latex or vinyl corset that can be worn out with blue-jeans.

It has been really hot lately, maybe that's why my head is already contemplating fall  

The Process - Tools of the Trade

 Ok,

This is to be the last entry in my series on fabrication, unless there are specific requests for more/additional material. If you want to see something that I haven't covered, please let me know!

1: Aluminum Ruler. I use this metal edge to make straight lines, and to guide my circular knives for straight cuts. I do NOT EVER use this ruler to measure with as it is not as accurate as my tri-scale. Two rules of ANY fabrication/construction project, 1) Measure twice, cut once, and 2) Always measure with the same ruler. About $2.00 US at local department store.

2: Tri-Scale. An old drafting scale that I have repurposed. Notice the marker lines to the right. They are there for my quick, visual reference for my three most-used measurements. They are: 5/15" (for seams), 3/8" (for material edges where I am going to apply wrap-around hems/trim), and 3/4" (for fold-over hems, and the width of wrap-around trim/hem strips). I do ALL of my measuring with this scale so it is all consistent, and I NEVER cut or make lines with this scale since it is plastic and the edge is a little chewed up. About $20.00 US at local art store.

3: Roller. This is used for pressing seams, hems, and other adhesive joints together. You have to use a lot of pressure, and go over the joints multiple times in order to insure a good seal before the adhesive begins to cure, then let it sit for at least 24 hours to let the curing process complete with minimal interruption/distress. I get these at the local hardware store, in the wallpaper department, where they are normal used to run the air bubbles out from behind wallpaper sheets. Same idea, different material. These cost me $1.89 US, and I go through one every 10-20 garments depending upon number of seams and gauge of material (the thicker the material the more pressure you need to apply). The failure point seems to be the little plastic retention clips you can see sticking out from the center of the drum. Any similar tool will work, provided the drum is very smooth (otherwise it can damage the material). The next closest I could find was a much heavier, and nicer tool for working with linoleum sheeting. It was just too big and unwieldy for me to be using on these little seams.

4: 45mm Fiskar roller knife. Very sharp, and good with corners that aren't too small/tight. Also, a roller knife is a good idea because it keeps your cuts uniform and reduces the jagged edges you can get trying to make long cuts with scissors. About $15 US at a local fabric store.

5: Felt fabric pen. Leaves visible marks that can be easily washed away, as long as they are cleaned up in 48 hours or so, water is sufficient. Longer than that and you'll need thinner, but it will still come off clean. About $4.00 US at local hobby/fabric store.

6: 12mm Fiskar roller knife. Again, very sharp, and excellent with smaller/tighter corners. About $8.00 US at local fabric store.

7: Insulin syringe. Despite my best efforts to the contrary, I occasionally end up with air bubbles in my seams, usually the fold-over hems. This little guy, with the plunger removed, can be used to evacuate the air from bubbles, and not mark the material. I picked up a package of 20 of these guys at the local pharmacy for about $2.50 US.

8: X-Acto knife. Used for small, detailed, and very sharp, inside cuts, as well as some other tasks, such as picking debris out of wet adhesive, popping air bubbles in adhesive, and more. About $2.00 US at local department/hobby store.

9: Scissors. Very sharp, very new, not from the school supply aisle of the department store. Used for absolutely nothing but my latex work, the kids know I will throw them a beating for using my scissors for anything else. About $8.00 US at local craft store.

10: Used iTunes gift card with short edges cut off. This is used to apply adhesive to the material, and you want the corners t be sharp and square so that you can precisely control where the adhesive is going. Both the long and short edges can be used depending upon the size of the area you are working with. About $5,287.88 US (I'm pretty sure you can get them cheaper, but they sent me four of these when I bought my iMac and my wife's Macbook Pro, so after I emptied them buying movies and music, I repurposed them to this task).

11: Measuring tape. Just your average dress-maker's measuring tape. I use this to take measurements off models and my dress form, never for marking, laying out, or cutting material. I inherited this from my mom's sewing supplies so I have no real idea what they cost. I would guess around $5.00 US or so.

12: MJ Trends Ammonia-based Latex Adhesive. As discussed earlier, goes on white, dries clear. Dries more slowly than the other flavor, but cures faster. Does not cause material to curl up when applied, but may be weakened by long term exposure to water. About $9.00 US per liter.

13: MJ Trends silicone polish. Used to shine/polish all my stuff, as well as keeping it conditioned. About $9.00 US per liter.

14: MJ Trends Solvent-Based Latex Adhesive. As discussed earlier, goes on clear, dries very fast. Causes edges to curl up upon application, which can be a pain, but is manageable once you get the hang of it. Is supposed to be much more reliable after/during long-term exposure to water. About $10.00 a liter.

15: Clear Paint Thinner. Average, ordinary, paint thinner. Nothing special here. About $2.00 a liter at local department store.

16: Chest of drawers. This is where i keep all my tools and other odds and ends when not in use. In there now I have my grommets and grommet setting and die-cutting tools, rings, chain, snaps, and more. About $8.00 US at local department store.

Not pictured is my aluminum yard stick, again for use as a cutting guide, and for making long, straight lines. NEVER for measuring final cuts!!

Consumables include cotton balls, cotton swabs, post-it brand post-it notes, note paper, and a good, bright, white, overhead work light.

I think that's about it really. Any questions, please comment and let me know!

Thank you very much for tuning in, I appreciate it! And please, if you are into erotica and fiction, please check out my on-going story, Status Quo, in the Erotic Stories section of the site!

The Process - Wrapping it all up

 So, here I have included a couple images of the finished dress.

For the most part, I am pleased with the result here. We've got a design that can pass as fetish wear, but is still of a calm enough design that it could be used to a simple night out clubbing, or even dinner and a movie, without being too crazy.

My only real beef with the design is, as discussed earlier, the gathering at the collar/halter. It's a little rough when you look at it up close, but from even a couple feet away, it doesn't look bad. I put up a pic on my dA page and I've already gotten a couple very nice comments on it that suggest I am not alone in thinking so.

On a side note, I have been invited to bring my designs to the upcoming House of Style Productions - Denver shoot, where I will hopefully get to see it (and some other pieces) on real models. Then I'll be able to put up some other pics for you all to check out. :)

All that having been said, I promised a sort of wrap-up report of this project, so here are a few thoughts.

1- I really like how quickly the solvent-based adhesive dries. It can really speed along the project. I made a 16" skirt, with a zipper and a lined slit in the back in a few hours yesterday. No way I could have done that with the ammonia-based adhesive; drying times would have been just too long.

2- Having said the above, I really can't stand how the solvent-based adhesive causes the material to curl up when it is applied. The rolling action can wreak havoc with a project, with adhesive ending up in all the wrong places due to incidental contact, and it can also really mess up the intentional adhesive layout, creating rough spots, bubbles and undesired texture in your work. It can be worked around, and with practice maybe even worked around quite effectively (I got better as I moved through the project), but I would definitely NOT recommend that anyone just starting out use this adhesive. Start with the ammonia-based adhesive!!

3- The stretch-to-gather technique still needs a lot of work. Either I am stretching too much, or I really need to use a heavier gauge of material to stretch across thinner stuff. I'll play with it some more and let you know. :)

4- M&M's are like, the ULTIMATE chocolate candies! Like little self-contained packages of milk-chocolate goodness!

5- The use of a little creativity can really go a long way. I love the way the hook and the old hard drive spacer ring look on this dress. I think they really help the look , adding a sort of jewelry feel to it.

Next up, most likely Tuesday evening,  thorough look at the tools used to create this dress (and all my other projects)!

Comments, feedback, thoughts, and ideas are gladly accepted, please bring them on! :D