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Title: An awkward hello!
Post by: corinthia on August 14, 2016, 07:13:50 AM: Hello all, my name is Corinthia! I was born and raised in Eugene, I'm currently attending university, and I am quite nervous to get involved with any kind of local Star Wars fanbase, since I am both quite new to being a SW fan, and quite shy. I've recently gotten into sewing with more zeal than ever before, and have been slowly planning and starting on two Padme costumes from Ep. II (packing gown and purple Senate gown). But being as I'm very involved with the Sith faction over on the Jedi Council forums, I would love to also think about and start work on an Imperial or First Order officer uniform! (Because I simply love being a baddie.)

In the meantime, while my costumes are still under construction, I thought it might be a good idea to introduce myself to the rest of the Oregon SW community! (Also, was this the correct place to post?)
Title: Re: An awkward hello!
Post by: CJ49er on August 14, 2016, 07:31:33 AM: Welcome Corinthia!

Being a baddie is where its at :)
Title: Re: An awkward hello!
Post by: Beckett on August 14, 2016, 08:09:41 AM: Welcome Corinthia. I think you found the right place. There are many people here who have different levels of shy-ness so don't feel like you are alone. There are several very friendly and helpful people in this group down your way. Can't wait to shake hands at some point and will definitely be interested to see your work. Welcome to the forums.
Title: Re: An awkward hello!
Post by: corinthia on August 14, 2016, 08:30:06 AM: Thank you very much! I'm very excited to have all you guys as a resource and community. And hopefully my work will be up to snuff! I've been doing a lot of hand-embroidery for my Padme gowns... it's definitely a labor of love.
Title: Re: An awkward hello!
Post by: L Kamino on August 14, 2016, 08:33:40 AM: Welcome! I'm excited about your costume ideas. Those will be great additions. We have a lot of great troops in and around Eugene, the Eucon in November being a big one. A great way to get started is to assist as a "spotter" helper, to meet members and see what it's about, if that interests you.

I was shy and nervous in the beginning, but was welcomed and everyone helped me. This is an incredible group of people.

Lori
Title: Re: An awkward hello!
Post by: NavySith on August 14, 2016, 08:55:07 AM: Welcome

Sent from Utapau
Title: Re: An awkward hello!
Post by: Pixelito on August 14, 2016, 12:22:55 PM: Welcome aboard!

We're all new at some point, so we all know how it feels!
Starting a build log is a great way to get a little feedback on your costumes. Let us know if you need help with anything! :azn:
Title: Re: An awkward hello!
Post by: james.p.moser on August 14, 2016, 12:57:05 PM: Glad to have you here. Let us know how we can help. There are a lot of great resources for you to tap into. Once you get that first smile on your first troop all the painstaking hours will be worth it. Just ask Josh (Beckett)! He has more hours in that Chewbacca costume than I care to think about and it shows! See you soon!

Jim - TK50899
Title: Re: An awkward hello!
Post by: MetalJedi on August 14, 2016, 09:12:21 PM: Welcome, Corinthia! You've taken your first step into a larger universe.

If you have any questions, then please do not hesitate to ask.
Title: Re: An awkward hello!
Post by: carpe mindiem on August 14, 2016, 10:52:34 PM: Welcome!
Title: Re: An awkward hello!
Post by: Ronime on August 15, 2016, 02:35:26 PM: Greetings! Good to have you here! If you need any help with anything just let us know. I live over by VRC so if you ever want help we are close by.
Title: Re: An awkward hello!
Post by: Quick2 on August 15, 2016, 03:26:25 PM: welcome aboard. We do have many members in the Eugene Area. Look at spotter thread to see if you can assist in local events and also in Portland. While you get your costume together. Enjoy the boards. looking forward to see you at future events.
Title: Re: An awkward hello!
Post by: corinthia on August 15, 2016, 08:53:36 PM: Thank you for all the very warm welcomes! I'll definitely look into spotting, it'd be great to get involved soon.
Title: Re: An awkward hello!
Post by: Blue Leader on August 15, 2016, 10:46:11 PM: Greetings and welcome to the forum.

No worries about being shy. I've always been shy, still am. So I know how it is. Heh.
Title: Re: An awkward hello!
Post by: DakronSlaxx on September 22, 2016, 03:40:46 PM: Hi, I'm in Eugene too.
I've been working on getting my Tie Pilot costume back into order so I can troop with the garrison.
Welcome.
Title: Re: An awkward hello!
Post by: Quick2 on September 22, 2016, 07:37:44 PM: Quote from: DakronSlaxx on September 22, 2016, 03:40:46 PM
Hi, I'm in Eugene too.
I've been working on getting my Tie Pilot costume back into order so I can troop with the garrison.
Welcome.

Awesome. Eugene Comic Con is in November.
Title: Re: An awkward hello!
Post by: DakronSlaxx on September 25, 2016, 04:33:24 AM: Oh, Corinthia, just so you know.

Hiding behind a helmet, or mask from one of your favorite characters can help quite a bit with the shyness. I've had to deal with that since I have PTSD and anxiety issues from an event about ten years ago.

If people don't know it's you, you have an excuse to be more outgoing...not that I usually am.
Title: Re: An awkward hello!
Post by: john.wilnau on October 14, 2016, 05:27:10 PM: Welcome Fellow Star Wars Fan!!!

We can always use more members in the Eugene Area.