All new! This dramatic set (with new stave design and new color offering — Moody Violet) just landed with @basking.lizard in Canada!
All New
Category: Feather Colors
Allura Flame
Sometimes mistakes make for the best fans! @alluraflame ordered a set of Blondie (the inner color), but I messed up my counts. With Wheat also in stock, I really loved the color combo and we went with the two tones (not usually available with my basic and bulk options). So *happy* accident turned sweet set!
Ombre Green
It’s been a while since I did an ombre plume, but this malachite like set is ready for the stages of Poland with @lolitavavoom!
Set matches Standard 4 – Specialty on DonnaTouch.com.
If you dream in ombre, it’s important to first accept that feathers aren’t ever going to be as seamless as a gradient print or fabric dip. Feathers are natural products making them beautifully unpredictable. Look closely and you’ll notice every part of the feather picks up dye differently. While boas are dipped and soaked in dye at different points, the fluff and overlap helps to even out the sections. With plumes, there isn’t the same luxury! So every feather must be hand dipped, dipped again and dipped again (with multiple steps in between each dip) to achieve this ombre look. Layering then becomes important, overlapping the feathers in ways that even out the ombre and create the end effect. And yes… ombre does add a lot to the cost of a project, but considering the time and expertise needed to achieve an ombre on plumes, I’d say it’s a bargain!
Jean Upgrade
This color shift fluffy upgrade was done for @jean_heart5678! Assembled by @jahireen, the orginal double layer in white was already on my staves. Just adding the new top row of gold turns this set to a fluffy triple layer with a whole new look!
Blacklight Glow
When Rainbow Feathers Las Vegas asked if I’d be interested in blacklight reactive feathers, my immediate reply was gimme, gimme, GIMME! Limited to these colors at the moment, I hope to test other brights with the specialty dye. But any plume fan configuration can be upgraded to use this dye.
Thesw sets are 28 single layer staves, bright color pop and 28 25″ plumes. Built by @jahireen in my Chicago studio.
Emerald Boas
This simply stunning emerald set just landed with @aylaylay_ in Canada!
Boas by @fancyfeathercom and on my aluminum staves. Set matches package Boa Large Dip Dye on DonnaTouch.com/ostrich
Bella’s Boas
Back to @bellasincle, this boa set is actually usable now! A switch to my staves can completely change and enhance your performing capabilities!
If you have a set on acrylic that lumber, a conversion to my staves can really salvage your boa investment, unlock your performance and make your fans enjoyable to work with!
Gold Deco
How did I forget to post this gorgeous set done for @absinthique?! I am slightly superstitious and don’t post until projects safely make it to their performer. These went all the way to Germany, arrived safely and life got busy. But they are a fabulous color combo with my gold decos and burgundy feathers. Flapper girl dreams!
Starry Night
Oh but this set for @rubyspencerchi… these are truly what dreams are made of. Her vision was a nighttime sky. I think the ombre and twinkle of tinsel just in the darkest parts plays to this perfectly!
Boas expertly dyed by @fancyfeathercom and on my aluminum staves. Set matches package Boa Large Dip Dye (with upgrade for lurex added) on DonnaTouch.com/ostrich
Standard 1 – Bone
This set flew up to @newfoundladto and @ritaanntique in Canada!
The set matches Standard 1 on DonnaTouch.com with fireside copper staves and plumes in the color Bone.
My FIRST ever fans used this color plumes. They were on aluminum siding I had hand cut with shears and drilled out. Every innovation has its wonky start! Those feathers have moved on to another performer’s fans, but it’s always a treat to use this color. It continues to be a favorite of mine. It’s a subtle nude that’s definitely going places.
Conversion for Dottie
If I had to name this conversion for @dottiemayduitt, I’d call it bright and happy!
Luckily, Dottie had the 200 lady am sidetails (a mix of 27-30″ and then 30″+). This was a perfect amount to do across 8 scallop staves. I used the shorter feathers on the front so they’d add to the density without breaking up the look of the longer feathers. These are ready again to pop off any stage!
Royal peacock
@emmehayward will be pretty as a peacock with this new set!
We started with the Standard 3 package (donnatouch.com/ostrich) with royal blue feathers from @fancyfeathercom and added almost 100 stem dyed peacock feathers from @thefeatherplace. The colors are just stunning, don’t you agree?
Sepia Boa
I wasn’t surprised how fast this unique set sold from my stories. Even as quick as they go, they always seem to always find their right performer!
I coated the 20″ staves in copper for a rush order that then went a different direction. To salvage them, I asked @fancyfeathercom to do a copper ombre. Those colors are really difficult, so it was a good test. The result was this warm, lovely sepia stunner of a set! It’s a stress when projects fall through, but great when they inspire other cool things.
Piano Plate
Ready to tickle the keys with @jessicasunset? This upgraded set is a refresh for one of her signature acts.
Each fan uses 7 of my 3-prong staves with 5 18-24″ plumes from @fancyfeathercom. The plates were tricky, but thanks to @coating.specialties_3311 for enlisting the help of a pinstriper for the fine painted on detail!
Pink Ombre
This bright set for @pinky_peacock packs a pink punch! Thanks to @fancyfeathercom for their work on the triple dip ombre.
Daisy
A special set for @indianabonesburlesque is blooming! This daisy is quite the statement on the level up staves and 3 layers of plumes.
Bloody Crystal
These fans for @bloodycrystalburlesque are oozing with drama! Black paired with a custom burgundy from @fancyfeathercom really is a winning fluffy combination.
Vintage Gold Flirt 2
Set of 2 fans each with 12 8″ staves and 24 plumes sized 18-24″ in VINTAGE GOLD (feathers from @FancyFeathercom)
Gold Standard 4
Set of 2 fans each with 12 12″ staves, 12 front layer wings sized 18-20″ and 24 plumes sized 18-24″ in GOLD (feathers from @FancyFeathercom)
Dark Purple Standard 2
Set of 2 fans each with 14 12″ 14 front layer wings sized 18-20″ and 14 plumes sized 18-24″ in DARK PURPLE (feathers from @FancyFeathercom)
Lilac Standard 5
Set of 2 fans each with 14 12″ staves, 14 front layer wings sized 18-20″, 14 plumes sized 18-24″ and 14 plumes sized 24-27″ in LILAC (feathers from @FancyFeathercom)
Bright Pink Standard 2
Set of 2 fans each with 14 12″ 14 front layer wings sized 18-20″ and 14 plumes sized 18-24″ in BRIGHT PINK (feathers from @FancyFeathercom)
Silver 3-Prong 2
Set of 2 fans each with 6 3-prong staves, 12 front layer wings sized 18-20″, 18 plumes sized 24-27″ in SILVER (feathers from @FancyFeathercom)
Heart Pheasant
Get in the sultry mood with this set done for @jean_heart5678!
I was lucky to secure the 160 35″+ and 80 short lady am sidetails (red is darker in-person) from @happinesscathy late last year. If you’ve been following along, there is quite the feather shortage right now. I’ve been able to secure a few more bundles for this year, but if you’ve already got your pheasant fans… consider yourself very lucky!
Pink Conversion
If I had to name this conversion for @dottiemayduitt, I’d call it bright and happy!
Luckily, Dottie had the 200 lady am sidetails (a mix of 27-30″ and then 30″+). This was a perfect amount to do across 8 scallop staves. I used the shorter feathers on the front so they’d add to the density without breaking up the look of the longer feathers. These are ready again to pop off any stage!
Large Dark Purple Boa
Keeping the boa party going, these big fluffs just landed with @broody_valentino!
Set of 2 fans each with 12 24″ staves and 12 40″ 8 ply ostrich only dyed Dark Purple from @FancyFeathercom
Large Peach Boa
Set of 2 fans each with 12 24″ staves and 12 40″ 8 ply ostrich only dyed Peach from @FancyFeathercom
Martini Hand Fan
Learning that @dirtymartininyc was on the @ditavonteese @glamonatrix_official tour, we took the opportunity to present her with some fan, fan art!
This handfan features custom dyed plumes from @fancyfeathercom, my 8″ staves and the martini plate that was encrusted by @boldburlesquepasties. The show was AMAZING and it was a treat to say thank Dirty Martini in person for all she is to burlesque!
Upgrade Top Row
Show ❤️ to your old fans and feathers! @misscattywompass did with this conversion and upgrade!
Taking the lower emerald and purple feathers from a set on acrylics, we added a row of fresh forest green plumes from @fancyfeathercom. Assembled on my aluminum staves, these are bigger, lighter and more durable for years on the stage.
Teal Boa Petite
If you’ve been in touch with me about feathers in a particular color, you would’ve received “the talk.” When it comes to feathers, achieving a solid color is not possible. Feathers are naturally very reflective and toss a range of color no matter what.
This set (matches Boa Petite Solid on DonnaTouch.com/ostrich) done for @bellablueforever is @fancyfeathercom TEAL. As you can see, it’s the ultimate shape shifter!
Vampy & Bright
Dark mysterious with a pop of color for @glampira_666!
I really like using the black to gunmetal as a gradient. And the dark colors really sets off the pop of violet on the inside. Feathers from @fancyfeathercom mounted on my 24 of my 12″ staves.
Venus Fly Trap
This set was imagined by @thejensenloren as a unique fan take on a venus fly trap!
The emerald and red plumes are from @fancyfeathercom, the venery reeves from @thefeatherplace and at the core are my 3-prong staves. The movement on these is light and swift. Perfect for attracting and devouring any audience!
Custom for Jolie
This color — custom for @jolie.lolita — is even more lovely in person!
Jolie sent a color swatch that @fancyfeathercom used to match for the custom dye batch. The feathers are lovely, the color is delicate and the staves will help this set float in stage!
Flirt vs Standard
Flirt vs Standard size side by side!
Never exact because we always have to listen to the batch of feathers when they arrive, but flirt averages 25″ at center x 50″ wide while standard averages 30″ at center x 60″ wide.
Refurbish Boa
Another past project — refurbish + conversion — done for @madelinesinclaire!
This set has new life for years on the stage! Starting with an old set of pink, well loved ostrich and marabou boas, we were able to pop them off and send them back to @fancyfeathercom for a wash and stunning ombre dye. These were then mounted on 24 of my 20″ staves. I at first wasn’t confident these would turn out as good as they did, but goes to show quality feathers are always worth a second chance!
Ombre Blue
Another amazing set of boa fans that went to @catbolitho in the land down under!
Set of 2 fans each with 12 24″ staves and 12 40″ 8 ply ostrich only ombre dyed from light blue to white from Fancy Feather
Pheasant Conversion
Catching up on some project highlights from last year still.
@colette.collerette was actually in Chicago and was able to bring me her pheasant feathers that she needed on new staves. It was a lovely meeting on my back deck in the late summer when I think I was 8 months prego. Pop goes the baby and then I was able to get back to this conversion!
The set features long black zebra tails, bleached ringneck and short black ringneck on my V-staves in gold.
6ply Plum
PLUM – this color is elusive for me to photograph. Much closer to the close up photo of the color.
I’m messing around again with packages, trying to get a boa set that is more budget friendly, but lush enough. These sets feature 24 20″ staves and 36″ 6 ply ostrich only boas from @fancyfeathercom. They came out quite nice, great size and density for quite a bit cheaper!
Unique Aqua Mint
Unique aqua mint
Periodically I have staves done that the color just isn’t a great match with the feathers. It’s too difficult to recoat them, so I put them aside to just do custom matches with the feathers. These sets feature 24 12″ staves and a triple layer of 18-24″ plumes custom dyed to match with @fancyfeathercom
Unique True Blue
Unique true blue (a bit less purple than the photo capture)
Periodically I have staves done that the color just isn’t a great match with the feathers. It’s too difficult to recoat them, so I put them aside to just do custom matches with the feathers. These sets feature 24 12″ staves and a triple layer of 18-24″ plumes custom dyed to match with @fancyfeathercom
