[JBStarryEyedGirl]

Anyone have links of these variations? I recall seeing a double front hooked side climb in a video.. but can't remember who/when?? I need to bookmark more things!! 

[JBStarryEyedGirl]

I absolutely adore fake eyelashes! Here are my best tips:

1) Apply eyeshadow and eyeliner first. You can use pencil eyeliner, you can use a small brush (get it slightly damp) and create a liner look with eyeshadow, or you can use liquid liner. 

*Handy hint for those who aren't feeling confident about liquid liner, line you eyes with a pencil or eyeshadow liner first and use that line as a guide to apply liquid liner over.*

2) Curl your eyelashes! I like to use metal curlers, and I hit it with a quick blast of warm air from my blowdryer. Like 5 seconds, just warm! NOT HOT!!! Do not burn your eyelashes or eyes!!! 

3) Apply mascara. Allow to FULLY DRY. Like 10 min. Use this time to prep your fake lashes.

**When using eyelash glue, apply a tiny bit to the end and let it dry for 30 sec to a min, it will get more tacky when exposed to air for a little while. The more patience you have, the better results you will have.

I've used every type of lash, and I prefer single "grouped" lashes. Basically a little ball of glue with 2-3 lashes attached. I start in the middle of each eye and attach one carefully with my fingers. I keep my eyes half open so I can see the placement. 

This will get much easier with practice. Do this several times, not 20 min before you have to be somewhere important!! It's best to practice on a regular day off, nothing like grocery shopping in jeans and full false lashes!

If you just want a simple "winged" look, you can use strip lashes, and cut off a small section to glue to the edges of the lashline. This will make an accentuated full model look. 

 

False eyelashes RULE!!! 

[JBStarryEyedGirl]

Welcome to SV and thanks for sharing your story! I

[JBStarryEyedGirl]

I had a mirena put in a few years ago, and I had cramping for about.. 45 min? I think I took a tylenol and held an ice pack to my lower abdomen, then drove home. Lol. It is different for everyone, I have never had any issues, and am VERY happy with mine! I plan on having a new one put in next year. I would highly recommend it. And to note, I am 28 now, and have never had kids. So even though I was not the "ideal" candidate for mirena, it has been wonderful so far! 

[JBStarryEyedGirl]

Polecat, 

I'm right there in the struggle with you! I have been working on my handstands, and especially on one handed handstands (with one hand on the pole too) in split grip, forearm and elbow grip positions. Also, I agree with being able to do a good caterpillar and keeping your hips square. I typically go into a butterfly move and then slowly try to take my legs off the pole. I feel like I'm sooo close lol! Practice makes perfect, so good luck!

[JBStarryEyedGirl]

A really easy way to make your own tendskin:

70% Rubbing Alcohol $1

Witch Hazel toner $1

20-25 crushed uncoated aspirin $1

Mix 2:1 parts of alcohol to witch hazel, add crushed aspirin, shake well and let dissolve for several hours. Not all of the aspirin will dissolve, so make sure to shake the bottel before use.

My BF swears by this mixture for his manly shaving needs, and I occasionally use it for ingrown hairs as well! 

[JBStarryEyedGirl]

This is a very interesting combo! I love you SV girls, I always learn something new when I pop my head in! I will be trying this out tonight, good luck Jenny! Post us a video! 

[JBStarryEyedGirl]

WOW! I love the Jenyne and Amy lyra video! I want a lyra! 

[JBStarryEyedGirl]

I’m not sure what experience or capability the girls will have, the first class will be my chance to assess everyone’s individual abilities. I think most will be newbies to pole, some may be members that have some knowledge as far as spins, basic moves, etc.

I’m definitely not ready to teach anyone shouldermounts yet.. But I will focus on being comfortable in a handstand (so they can get used to being inverted!), and learning to get into Gemini/scorpio position from the floor.

I’m definitely not the type to encourage people to jump into inverts too early. I want to make sure everyone feels safe, we don’t have crash mats, and I dont want newbies trying to spot each other. No injuries please! Lol.

I guess it will really just depend on the girls, I definitely wont hold anyone back if they have the strength and interest in doing those moves. 🙂

My main concern is strength training, confidence boosting, burning calories and having FUN!
My class is a no judgement zone! I absolutely want them to all support each other! No pole cliques, no snarky comments!

It’s all about pole love!

[JBStarryEyedGirl]

I'm sure you could just buy the stage pieces, or even just buy a couple pieces to fit in with the white or black ones. I have a white base, I can change colors by changing the lights under the stage =)

[JBStarryEyedGirl]

Well dang, my links are not working for some weird reason??

My Store name is: FourBirdsonaWire

http://myworld.ebay.com/fourbirdsonawire

Here is a link to my shop for easier shopping access!

[JBStarryEyedGirl]

I work for a health food and supplement store, and I have to throw my 2 cents in and say I think there are better things you can try for weight loss. I haven't seen or read any studies that really support using CLA for noticeable weight loss. It is supposed to help convert fat into lean muscle. 

I would recommend taking probiotics, anti-oxidants, a well rounded twice daily multivitmain and some ginseng/tea herbal blends. These are things all people need, and when your body is functioning better, it will naturally work better at losing weight more efficiently. 

[JBStarryEyedGirl]

I would look up videos of doubles pole routines on YT.

Gravity plays favorites is an awesome pole duo team from St Louis. 

I also have seen videos of Bobbi's girls in Australia doing triples routines for X Factor Australia. 

I also think Karol Helms has some doubles with Star on her YT that are pretty easy.

 

[JBStarryEyedGirl]

Hey there! I currently only go to my studio for regular classes, but I have taken some privates, and I would love to make time to drop into other studios too! I think it's cool that each place and person teaches differently, I love using SV or YT for videos too. I would LOVE to have a pole guru! My studio only has been open for a year, and I'm pretty much the most advanced person there, so I would love some more advanced help! 

[JBStarryEyedGirl]

Happy update! I was lucky enough to have Keiloces aka Hope from SLC contact me, and we got to meet up for an awesome 2 hour pole and silks jam! She was so kind, gracious, friendly, and taught me quite a bit! I cannot thank her enough for introducing me to a new media of silks, I think I'm in luv! Anyways, will post pics and a lil video from out day. If you are ever in Salt Lake City, Utah then definitely contact Hope at http://www.aerialempowerment.com She also sells circus apparatus lik silks, hoops, trapeze, etc!

[JBStarryEyedGirl]

Ugh!!! Severe disappointment this morning! As I was driving out to my pole class this morning, the owner texted me and said she couldn’t make it… Damn. I was really looking forward to this morning.

I spent the morning calling and emailing other studios hoping that someone else can maybe help me out.

I was feeling so desperate that I almost stopped at a playground to vent my poling frustrations! (there were tons of little ones there or I probably would have!!!)

Sigh… Talk about pole addiction lol.

Anyways, if anyone in SLC can get together tomorrow or Thursday morning to jam, please hit me up!

[JBStarryEyedGirl]

I wish I had done this sooner, but the trip just crept up on me so quickly lol! If I get some interest from anyone I’ll make it an event! Wish you were here Veena 🙂

[JBStarryEyedGirl]

I find it very odd that they would use your name like this.. it's not rude or demeaning or really inflammatory.. it just insinuates that you go there every once in a while for training and that you gave them good reviews.. It's just so weird!!!

I really think you should just send them a nice formal letter (without an attorney) stating that they do not have your permission to use your name, or to imply that you "approve" of their teaching techniques, or to state that you have given positive reviews of their business. 

But either way, I agree with Empyrean, by venting on here you have let pole dancers know what's really the truth. And the pole dancing community is a close knit family! 

 

[JBStarryEyedGirl]

Thanks for the name drop Chem!  =)

Yeah! I love my PS star stand alone! It works great, I have yet to have any problems with mine! I have a video of the set up of the pole under my vids. 

 

[JBStarryEyedGirl]

Well.. at the very least, you should try to contact the company, and ask them to remove your "testimonial".  Have you tried just calling and talking to the owner? 

And since I am not familiar with the situtation, I googled and found this:

 

"Jessica Rawson (pole instructor)

Jessica Rawson  is an instructor at another pole dance studio in another city but often comes to APD to get training from our instructors.  She recently posted a great review  on Veena website as well as in the Akron Beacon Journal.

 There are dancers who come from all over including clubs to get instruction.

 If your a pole dance instructor who needs additional training, our instructors will help you become a better instructor.

 

If you are interested in taking up pole dancing or pole aerobics as a career, we can help you as well as we have helped many great dancers today."

(Am I right in assuming this is you>?)

 

If they don't, just write up a google review, yelp review, yahoo review, etc… stating that you are NOT in any way affiliated with this company. Then at least they are the ones who look foolish by trying to capitalize off your name. 

And if worse comes to worse.. you may have to go to court. 

[JBStarryEyedGirl]

I am also drooling over those feather skirts! It's time to plan an unofficial pole dance feather skirt creating event! 

[JBStarryEyedGirl]

Oh girl! I would not attempt to lighten up red at home. I've worked at salons for years, my BFF and my mom are both stylists, and from my experience, going back to blonde can wreck havoc on the hair! If you MUST do this at home, you can do what is called a "shampoo bleach" where you literally mix bleach and shampoo and rub it in. Leave it on for 10-15 min, rinse, and if needed you can repeat. Use a low volume bleach like 20v. It is less damaging to hair, but works slower. I would recommend that you dye your hair light/medium brown to cover your red, wait a few weeks, shampoo bleach, dye it light brown/dark blonde, wait a few weeks, etc..

My best recommendation would just be to go to a good salon and have an expert do it. It will end up being cheaper than having to fix it multiple times. Trust me. I bleached off half of my hair last year in a DIY moment. It's finally grown back now. =) 

Either way, good luck!

Oh, and I agree with Chem, you will need uber protein to fix the damage! I like L'oreal Professional deep conditioners. Their fiberceutic line is great!

[JBStarryEyedGirl]

I love my PS star too! I also like lil mynx poles. It just depends on what you want.

[JBStarryEyedGirl]

Happy Birthday Tiggertail!

[JBStarryEyedGirl]

Happy Birthday Tiggertail!