tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-70366139101338628052024-02-08T07:09:35.250-08:00CostumeWorksCostumeWorkshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07479579806550801122noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036613910133862805.post-64263055569734726492010-03-25T13:53:00.000-07:002010-03-25T13:58:32.749-07:00CostumeWorks is looking for a ROCKSTAR Web Developer!<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">CostumeWorks is looking for a result-oriented, "rock star" programmer to join the company in the key role as our Sr. Web Developer as the company continues development and work to redefine our industry. The performance of the Sr. Web Developer will be critical in our success, and as such, will be compensated with an early stake position in the company. </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Compensation will be equity based initially</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">, but will grow into a salaried role as we secure additional funding.</span></span><br />
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While <a href="http://www.mardigras.com/">New Orleans</a> and <a href="http://www.cityofmobile.org/mardigras.php">Mobile, Alabama</a> host the two best known Mardi Gras celebrations in the US, it seems like more and more cities are hosting parades and parties. Just Google Mardi Gras and your city to find local celebrations. And before you head down to NOLA, Mobile, or your local festival, make sure to get your <a href="https://www.costumeworks.com/costume/mardi-gras-miss-adult-costume/17115/">costumes</a>, <a href="https://www.costumeworks.com/costume/mardi-gras-celebration-deluxe-party-kit/29788/">party decorations</a>, and of course, <a href="https://www.costumeworks.com/costume/33-round-beads-asst-144-count/11126/">beads</a>. <br />
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Below are a video and recent pictures from Mardi Gras 2010. Enjoy!<br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: 13px; font-weight: bold;">PHOTOS: Flickr Pics from NOLA Madi Gras 2010</span><br />
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U4FAXYM3BQ7NCostumeWorkshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07479579806550801122noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036613910133862805.post-43009423738948379932010-02-09T10:30:00.000-08:002010-02-15T09:57:53.761-08:00Zombies Rule! How To Make a Zombie Costume Part 6: StitchesWelcome to the sixth installment of How To Make a Zombie Costume. You applied the liquid latex, white face paint, depth to your zombie face, and rotting flesh. How about some stitches for those open wounds?<br />
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Let's here it for Matt Cail and Expert Village.<br />
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Use the red in your <a href="https://www.costumeworks.com/costume/universal-studios-monsters-dlx-makeup-kit/17801/">makeup kit</a> or some nice, old fashioned <a href="https://www.costumeworks.com/costume/hollywood-movie-blood-1-oz/637/">fake blood</a>. If you feel adventurous, and you have the time, you can make your own as well using corn syrup and food coloring (see below).<br />
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<b>Quick Fake Blood Recipe</b>: <br />
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<u>Reminder</u>: Fake blood can stain. You are zombie, so staining your clothes should be the last thing on what's left of your mind. But avoid getting the fake blood on your clothes if you happen to be one of those more vain zombies who are concerned with fashion and cleanliness. <br />
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* White Corn Syrup or Karo Syrup (found in grocery stores)<br />
* Food coloring (red, blue, yellow)<br />
* Peanut butter (do NOT use if you have nut allergies)<br />
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1. Add the red food coloring to the amount of syrup you decide to use. Mix well to get the color you want, adding red, blue, and yellow food coloring until you get the color you want.<br />
2. For thinner blood, add water.<br />
3. For thicker blood, add a small amount of smooth peanut butter<br />
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When applying the blood allow it to drip and then dry completely to provide a natural look. To remove, scrub gently with warm water and soap.CostumeWorkshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07479579806550801122noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036613910133862805.post-87310419040396802632010-02-08T10:00:00.000-08:002010-02-15T09:55:19.951-08:00Zombies Rule! How To Make a Zombie Costume Part 4: Add Rotting FleshWelcome to the fourth installment of How To Make a Zombie Costume. You applied the liquid latex, white face paint, and highlights to your zombie face. Maybe your zombie's face is rotting <br />
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Thank as always to Matt Cail:<br />
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Again, to do it right, you will need the following :<br />
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1. <a href="https://www.costumeworks.com/search/?q=liquid+latex">Liquid Latex</a><br />
2. <a href="https://www.costumeworks.com/costume/universal-studios-monsters-dlx-makeup-kit/17801/">Makeup Kit</a><br />
3. <a href="https://www.costumeworks.com/costume/clown-white-creme-foundation-8-oz/32255/">White Face Cream</a><br />
4. Paint brushes and makeup <a href="https://www.costumeworks.com/costume/make-up-sponge/32252/">sponge</a> (included in many <a href="https://www.costumeworks.com/costume/skull-makeup-kit/61530/">makeup kits</a>)<br />
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5. Some old clothes<br />
6. The ability to moan and walk slowly with a limp<br />
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As always, from Matt Cail on behalf of Expert Village: <br />
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Again, to do it right, you will need the following :<br />
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1. <a href="https://www.costumeworks.com/search/?q=liquid+latex">Liquid Latex</a><br />
2. <a href="https://www.costumeworks.com/costume/universal-studios-monsters-dlx-makeup-kit/17801/">Makeup Kit</a><br />
3. <a href="https://www.costumeworks.com/costume/clown-white-creme-foundation-8-oz/32255/">White Face Cream</a><br />
4. Paint brushes and makeup <a href="https://www.costumeworks.com/costume/make-up-sponge/32252/">sponge</a> (included in many <a href="https://www.costumeworks.com/costume/skull-makeup-kit/61530/">makeup kits</a>)<br />
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5. Some old clothes<br />
6. The ability to moan and walk slowly with a limp<br />
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From Matt Cail on behalf of Expert Village: <br />
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To do it right, you will need the following :<br />
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1. <a href="https://www.costumeworks.com/search/?q=liquid+latex">Liquid Latex</a><br />
2. <a href="https://www.costumeworks.com/costume/universal-studios-monsters-dlx-makeup-kit/17801/">Makeup Kit</a><br />
3. <a href="https://www.costumeworks.com/costume/clown-white-creme-foundation-8-oz/32255/">White Face Cream</a><br />
4. Paint brushes and makeup <a href="https://www.costumeworks.com/costume/make-up-sponge/32252/">sponge</a> (included in many <a href="https://www.costumeworks.com/costume/skull-makeup-kit/61530/">makeup kits</a>)<br />
5. Some old clothes<br />
6. The ability to moan and walk slowly with a limp<br />
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From Matt Cail on behalf of Expert Village: <br />
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You can learn more about Doctors Without Borders online <a href="http://www.doctorswithoutborders.org/">here</a>. Below is a link to their donation page.<br />
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Founder and President of CostumeWorks, Ryan Dover, and fellow semi-finalist, Paul Wolf of Wolf Technologies, will move onto the next round of the contest to compete for up to $50,000 in grants.<br />
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Following the award, Ryan commented, "I am very happy and surprised. All five of the entrepreneurs had great ideas and gave great presentations. And please disregard how I look... I usually don't look that wrinkled or tired! Well, ok... Maybe I do."<br />
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More from the the contest and Chicago event are online <a href="http://aliblog.alibaba.com/2009/10/08/chicago-newpreneur-of-the-year-recap/">here</a>.CostumeWorkshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07479579806550801122noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036613910133862805.post-83170968328879893732009-10-08T13:00:00.000-07:002010-02-14T08:07:53.216-08:00CostumeWorks and VeriSign Partner to Provide Enhanced Security for Online Shoppers<a href="http://www.costumeworks.com/">CostumeWorks</a> is partnering with VeriSign to provide a premium security and authentication solution using VeriSign® Extended Validation (EV) SSL Certificates. VeriSign EV SSL Certificate instantly confirm that visitors are dealing with authentic Web sites and helps keep private credit card information and other sensitive personal data.<br />
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The full story is available online <a href="http://www.marketwire.com/press-release/VeriSign-Helps-Candycom-CostumeWorks-Provide-Customers-Treats-Not-Tricks-Halloween-NASDAQ-VRSN-1056798.htm">here</a>.CostumeWorkshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07479579806550801122noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036613910133862805.post-77180324876039321672009-09-22T10:00:00.000-07:002010-02-13T14:25:29.260-08:00CostumeWorks Named Regional Finalist in Alibaba.com Newpreneur of the Year Contest<div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.costumeworks.com/">CostumeWorks</a> Founder and President, Ryan Dover, was selected as a regional semifinalist in the Alibaba.com and Inc. Magazine “Newpreneur of the Year” contest. Chosen from a field of 900+ applicants, Ryan will be competing with 30 entrepreneurs whose businesses range from recyclable furniture to insulated handbags for men and women for the chance to win up to $50,000 in business grants.<br />
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Contestants in each semifinalist round will be hosted and evaluated by an esteemed panel of experts, including Bob LaPointe, President, Inc.; Kirk Aubry and Jim Schelskler, the Inc. CEO Project; Kelly Sang, general manager, Alibaba.com Americas; Bo Burlingham, Editor-At-Large, Inc.; and Tom Searcy, author of Whale Hunting: How to Land Big Deals and Transform Your Company, and RFPs Suck! How to Master the RFP System Once and For All to Win Big Business.<br />
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Following the semifinalist events, the 12 finalists will be profiled on www.inc.com/alibaba, where the public can vote for the businesses that they think have the most potential to revive the economy. Based on online voting, the top five Newpreneurs will be invited to the finale event in San Francisco on Nov. 18, 2009, where the grand prize winner will be revealed and win $50,000 to invest in their business. The four remaining finalists will take home awards totaling an additional $50,000.<br />
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The semifinalists with compete in the six regional events throughout October in New York, Chicago, Miami, Dallas, Seattle, and Los Angeles. Ryan will represent CostumeWorks at the event at the W Hotel in Chicago on October 13.<br />
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The press release from Alibaba.com is available online <a href="http://www.businesswire.com/portal/site/home/permalink/?ndmViewId=news_view&newsId=20090922005435&newsLang=en">here</a>.</div>CostumeWorkshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07479579806550801122noreply@blogger.com0