Wild by Design explores the American tradition of freewheeling, improvisational, often asymmetrical quilts, whose makers experimented boldly with design, color, and pictorial motifs. It examines both the aesthetics and the social history of quilts from the early nineteenth century to the present, including Amish, African American, and modern art quilts.From the state fair to the clothesline, women have sought ways to exhibit the beauty and optical effects of their quilts. The "quilting frolic" of the nineteenth century was for many women an alternative to the art academy and the salon. Janet Berlo reminds us that quilts were a valued form of artistic expression, meant to be shared and admired among the company of other women.Over fifty applique and pieced quilts are illustrated, chosen from the collections of the International Quilt Study Center for their outstanding visual qualities. Each is accompanied by a lively dialogue among quilt experts that illustrates the varied dimensions of quilts as aesthetic objects of the highest order and as reflections of the lives and societies of their makers. This multifaceted analysis of quilts sheds light on the histories of women, textiles, a... [Read More]

With over 5 decades as the world's leader in costumes and accessories We take seriously the mission to make dressing up fun. From witches and pirates to vampires and zombies, from Graceland to galaxies far, far away, We know that the Rubie's costume collection will inspire you to a bigger and better Halloween season mascots, rental quality costumes, masks, wigs, accessories, shoes, and every significant licensed costume you want to wear can be found under the rubie's brand. Still family owned, still family focused Rubie's brings you fun for every season, Halloween, Christmas, Mardi Gras, Easter, and all in-between.

Rubie's Costume Company has designed quality costume and fun clothing for decades. Trusted to be the leader of cosplay, halloween, and general decor items, Rubie's does not sacrifice quality for price. Expect the highest in costume design and material with Rubie's.

Autumn has arrived, and at Granite City Elementary School everyone is gearing up for the biggest and best event of the year: the Harvest Festival. The whole school is excited about the games, the contests, the food, and, most of all, the costumes! Everyone except Lucy. She doesn’t like dressing up, and has no desire to be a fairy princess or rock star, even for one day. But Lucy is excited about the new science unit Miss Flippo has started: the states of matter. Lucy and her friends understand solids and liquids. They’re easy. But gasses are more difficult to grasp. When the class goes on a field trip to an orchard and Stewart Swinefest eats too many apples, and gets a serious stomachache, Lucy suddenly understands that even if you can’t see gasses they can fill space and expand, and even make you move. And with Stewart feeling better, she has a really great idea for her Harvest Festival costume, too.The second book in a new chapter book series from IRA Children’s Book Award-winner, Michelle Houts, Solids, Liquids, Guess Who’s Got Gas draws on STEM themes and is aligned with curriculum guidelines to bring a love of science to young readers, inspiring them to start their o... [Read More]

These days, anyone can enlist in Emperor Palpatine's Stormtroopers. All it takes is the ability to be cannon fodder for all the important heroes in the story and the skill of becoming Incompetent to satisfy certain plot conditions. You can get the suit from us, but you'll have to work on the whole Incompetent part. - the EVA pieces are molded foam - this is not an exact movie replica. - jumpsuit W/ Attached EVA armor pieces - 2 piece helmet

Describes 35 ecologically sound materials and processes This book is an essential reference for understanding the environmental impact of materials, manufacturing processes, and product life cycles, and is also a guide on how to select and use them in an intelligent way. It includes in-depth analysis of fifteen materials, fourteen processes, and six production life cycles, supplemented by specially commissioned photographs and diagrams. 500+ color illustrations

Dc heroes and villains collection deluxe muscle chest batman costume, available in sizes small, medium, large, and x-large. Rubie's costume company has brought costumes and accessories to the world since 1950. As the world's costume leader, we take seriously the mission to make dressing up fun Mascots, rental quality costumes, masks, wigs, accessories, shoes, and every significant licensed costume you want to wear can be found under the Rubie's brand. Rubie's brings you fun for every season Halloween, Christmas, mardi gras, Easter, and all in-between

Get ready to create some trouble for Gotham in this officially licensed DC Comics Harley Quinn Costume set. Set features a long sleeve black and red alternating patterned jumpsuit with attached boot tops; white collar neckpiece, black eyemask, one black glove one red glove, black and red jester headpiece with white pom pom ends. You'll be ready to pair up with your villian friends and your puddin' Mr. J for an evening of full of tricks. Pair with other Rubie's officially licensed DC Batman comics costumes for group dress up fun. Rubie's Costume Company has been bringing costumes and accessories to the world since 1950. As the world's leader, we take our mission seriously to make dressing up fun! Mascots, rental quality costumes, masks, wigs, accessories, shoes, and every significant licensed costume you want to wear can be found under the Rubie's brand. Still family owned and still family focused, Rubie's brings you fun for every season: Halloween, Christmas, Mardi Gras, Easter, and every occasion in-between.

Being Queen of Naboo isn't all about drinking tea and crumpets. It's really more about having assassination attempts being placed on your life, trying to negotiate peace with the trade Federation and blasting bad guys who threaten the safety of Naboo with your blaster, not to mention looking like a distinguished leader while all this is happening. This outfit makes that last part way easier and less time consuming.

21st century luxury is about the interplay between cult streetwear brands and elite fashion houses. Explore fashion’s transformation for a new generation of in-the-know consumers.Highsnobiety, the publication geared at culturally-connected, style-savvy, forward-thinking young men, is seen as a gatekeeper to the growing intersection of music, fashion, and style. Their latest book seeks to define “New Luxury“, a term that summarizes how streetwear and sneakers have not only infiltrated the upper tiers of fashion, but became it.The New Luxury isn’t just about what you wear, but also what you know. This book provides the foundational knowledge of how youth-driven culture and fashion trends start from the ground up.

The electrical fences and advanced technology of Jurassic World didn't stop the dinosaurs from escaping and terrorizing the visitors, just like nothing is going to stop you from having the best Halloween yet when you dress in this one-piece inflatable T-Rex suit. A built-in fan will keep you cool all night, so whether you're trick or treating through Jurassic World or you're going to a fun party with your friends, you'll be comfortable! You can also don this costume to the premiere of the upcoming film; you'll look so great, people will forget all about the movie and all eyes

This Paw Patrol Chase Child Halloween Costume can add fun to the holiday celebration with a favorite from the hit television show. It is made with 100 percent polyester, providing a softness that kids can enjoy all day long. The Paw Patrol Halloween costumes include a jumpsuit, headpiece and backpack, so children can have a complete style for party fun. It comes in a small size (4-6) offering an optimal fit for a little

Barry Allen becomes the Flash when lightning strikes the S.T.A.R. Labs particle accelerator where he's working. Your child may not be able to run faster than the speed of light, but this officially licensed DC Comics costume will make him look and feel just like the Flash! It includes a bright red muscle chest jumpsuit with 3D Boot Tops and 3D Gauntlets. It also includes a red half-face mask just like the one the Flash wears with its distinctive yellow horns above the ears. Your child will be ready to find the truth behind any number of crimes he discovers