FlaggerCentral | markbenjamin | Friends Activity https://flaggercentral.com/membership/members/markbenjamin/activity/friends/ Activity feed for markbenjamin's friends. Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:25:58 +0000 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 aaeee5f844606011f34f58b0aea93085 Phillip Bryan wrote a new post https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/?p=20520 Sun, 16 Jul 2017 20:16:19 +0000 [vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” bg_color=”#0d0012″ scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” top_padding=”70″ bottom_padding=”70″ […]

]]> fc6255198c307a2bf8755f7175e644a9 Phillip Bryan posted a new activity comment https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/articles/mandala-fold/comment-page-1/#comment-3583 Thu, 11 May 2017 21:52:33 +0000 Sí un tutorial sería bienvenido

In reply to - Phillip Bryan wrote a new post #mandallafold {background:url() bottom center no-repeat; padding:10px 10px 150px 10px; font-family:Geneva, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;} #mandallafold h2 { color:#; margin: 30px 0 […] ]]> e56481c7076ca5ba700d0c9a0e322f1f Phillip Bryan wrote a new post https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/news/flagging-energy/ Fri, 21 Sep 2012 04:12:26 +0000 By John Polly
Reprinted from “Pride.01: The Official Magazine of San Francisco Pride”
Published by: Profile Pursuit, Inc.

It’s here. It’s queer. And for those who wave those weighted sheets, flagging is a […]

]]> 565e31c84b5806bb1ef19858ceec5c6c Phillip Bryan wrote a new post https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/essays/deep-flagging/ Fri, 21 Sep 2012 03:53:21 +0000 Some friends have asked what I meant by the term “Deep Flagging”.

It’s one of those terms I use to describe a particular state of “being”. For me, it represents a certain emotional, physical, and mental […]

]]> 88f57069e913583e2199ba0e60bfba90 Phillip Bryan wrote a new post https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/essays/the-tribe/ Sun, 16 Sep 2012 06:31:50 +0000 Born in a dance
Through eyes connecting
Something of a trance

To another soul
Longing for something yet unknown
Passions stirred, hearts grew, minds expanded

Gifts shared then passed along
Masters on […]

]]> 8bd81dfc93f327070b0d3e614cd754fb Phillip Bryan wrote a new post https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/essays/dream-weavers/ Sun, 16 Sep 2012 06:28:46 +0000 ThumbnailFlaggers find their zen, and community, in a resurging art form

For the last eight months, Carlos tells me the same thing:

“Oh my god. You haaaaavvve to see these boys with flags.”

It’s always in his […]

]]> 70e96254cc90d35a5f3e2e3f45b7febc Phillip Bryan wrote a new post https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/articles/finding-the-moves/ Sun, 16 Sep 2012 05:39:38 +0000 Originally posted to the SpinTribe forum, and reprinted here with the author’s permission.

A SpinTribe poster asked:

…I am wondering if anyone has ever produced a video or DVD with basic instruction on […]

]]> ba028b155734aa41f60ef6d7e679077f Phillip Bryan wrote a new post https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/articles/flagging-etiquette/ Sun, 16 Sep 2012 05:39:28 +0000 You are solely responsible for your space management. Remember, flags have weights that are moving fast, and can cause injury if you are not aware of your surroundings. It is better to stop and […]

]]> aa7fc3411cce5e2bab38ce246723877e Phillip Bryan wrote a new post https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/articles/fanning-the-flames/ Sun, 16 Sep 2012 05:38:26 +0000 ThumbnailThe ancient and mystical art of fabric throwing unveiled
By Trenton Straube
Photography by Danielle Levitt

Throughout gay history – whether hiding, rioting, grieving or celebrating, we’ve always had dancing. […]

]]> ff6f32a6ef66159ea75fc31ad662b46b Phillip Bryan wrote a new post https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/articles/sewing-flags/ Sun, 16 Sep 2012 05:36:14 +0000 This is just one way to sew a set of flags.  Most flagmakers have their own style, their own quirks, and their own preferences for creating and weighting flags.  I encourage you to experiemtn and find what works […]

]]> fd4db47dc45ac4050035cee33cc9629a Phillip Bryan wrote a new post https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/articles/flagging-fanning-and-spinning-etiquette/ Sun, 16 Sep 2012 05:35:22 +0000 Originally posted to the SpinTribe forum, and reprinted here with the author’s permission.

Hi Guys,

We compiled this list a year and a half ago for the SeattleFlaggingBoys.com website. Feel free to copy and […]

]]> 0dd22db8c8247f4c09fe91a16a8417c1 Phillip Bryan posted an update: Updating the site...installing a new theme. https://flaggercentral.com/membership/activity/p/9458/ Sat, 15 Sep 2012 23:29:11 +0000 Updating the site…installing a new theme.

]]> 0 64e60ea56b9d91bf8b5f9eb7fcdf1d0b Phillip Bryan wrote a new post https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/articles/creation/dallas-tie-dye-open-studio-workshop-nov-13-2/ Wed, 16 Nov 2011 14:57:34 +0000 ThumbnailDye some silk and create new flags! The Dallas Flaggers welcome newbies and experienced flaggers to the open studio, where you can learn the silk dye process and dye your own sets of flags and flag poi.

Sunday, November 20, 2001 1333 Skiles (Phillip’s place) Dallas, Tx 75204 1:00 pm to Sunset Weather permitting – we will […]

]]> af1169e7489ca2ebfd7df4056a0c879b Phillip Bryan wrote a new post https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/articles/creation/dallas-tie-dye-open-studio-workshop-nov-13/ Tue, 08 Nov 2011 22:46:39 +0000 ThumbnailDye some silk and create new flags! The Dallas Flaggers welcome newbies and experienced flaggers to the open studio, where you can learn the silk dye process and dye your own sets of flags and flag poi. Sunday, November 13, 2001 1333 Skiles (Phillip’s place) Dallas, Tx 75204 1:00 pm to Sunset Weather permitting – we […]

]]> 72ead87114b1baae6b0bfdaea9ddea1c Phillip Bryan wrote a new post https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/articles/creation/dallas-tie-dye-open-studio-workshop-nov-5/ Fri, 28 Oct 2011 16:06:02 +0000 ThumbnailDye some silk and create new flags! The Dallas Flaggers welcome newbies and experienced flaggers to the open studio, where you can learn the silk dye process and dye your own sets of flags and flag poi. Sunday, November 6, 2001 1333 Skiles (Phillip’s place) Dallas, Tx 75204 1:00 pm to Sunset Weather permitting – we […]

]]> 3709e99d84dae246acb982b6683d1559 Phillip Bryan wrote a new post https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/articles/creation/silk-dyes/ Fri, 30 Jul 2010 05:14:37 +0000 This is a quick list of the acid dyes that work well for silk flag making.  More details to come. Dharma Trading Company: Hot Fuscia #620 Brilliant Kelly Green #627 Chartreuse #628 Brilliant Blue #623  (just ok) Dharma used to have a good yellow dye, called “dharma flourescent yellow”, but I’m not sure if it’s still available. Aljo: Flavine Yellow (good yellow) Rhodamine B  […]

]]> b0f4eaed5e8d35e97d95a78ef35f3a30 Phillip Bryan (Phillip) posted on the forum topic Fabrics for flagging.... in the group Flagging Forum https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/groups/forum/forum/topic/fabrics-for-flagging/#post-4119 Mon, 28 Jun 2010 20:34:15 +0000 Hi Chris,
I usually prefer Habotai Silk, 8 mumme (mm), 45″ wide.   5 mm and 10 mm Habotai are also used frequently.  5mm is great for lightweight larger sized flags, and 10mm makes for heavier, more durable sets.
I’ve also tried Charmeuse, Crepe de Chine, and Organza.
Regards,
Phillip

]]> 0 b192806b4b8d9077cbeb3546bbc59e61 Phillip Bryan (Phillip) started the forum topic TIE DYE / OPEN STUDIO - July 3rd in Dallas - Let's Heat it Up! in the group Texas Flaggers https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/groups/texas-flaggers/forum/topic/tie-dye-open-studio-july-3rd-in-dallas-lets-heat-it-up/ Mon, 28 Jun 2010 20:28:36 +0000 TIE DYE – OPEN STUDIO – Let’s Heat it Up! Dallas,  Saturday, July 3rd   1pm – 5 pm  — Dye dye class and open studio Phillip’s carport / garage 1333 Skiles Dallas, Texas 75204 INTENT: Bring together tie dye artists; teach tie dye skills; replenish your flag bags. Open to all levels of tie-dye artists and people that…

]]> 0 9d0ce3aa455d59d2debb87c569d6485f Phillip Bryan commented on the post, How to Sew Flags https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/articles/creation/how-to-sew-flags/#comment-56 Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:52:42 +0000 Hi Bill, Glad to hear you like the flags! Regarding your questions…I don’t quite understand your description of how they are sewn. Can you send me a private message so we can discuss? There are a couple of techniques to slow down wear and tear: a. Roll the weights a turn or two into the flag […]

]]> 026be2be0e582a575b679415e0906e93 Phillip Bryan wrote a new post https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/articles/creation/how-to-sew-flags/ Wed, 19 May 2010 02:08:07 +0000 Thumbnail p { font-family:Geneva, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; margin-top:0; padding-top:0; } a.imgright { float:right; margin:0 0 15px 15px; } Sewing a set of flags isn’t that difficult, but knowing where to put the cords and how to sew them in place without breaking a lot of needles can be challenging. Click any picture to enlarge it. First lets look at […]

]]> 420f22bc45c80326da59b45390bdd894 Phillip Bryan wrote a new post https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/no-longer-available/hot-pad/ Thu, 13 May 2010 20:40:33 +0000 Thumbnail These were made with the idea to create stacked disks using pleat ties. The areas where the pads overlap was the real tricky bit, but it came out pretty nice.

The shape reminds me of a prickly pear cactus. Fun!

]]> caeb1cc1752a55bf35c000718dc09a9c Phillip Bryan wrote a new post https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/no-longer-available/springtime-pop/ Thu, 13 May 2010 20:40:16 +0000 Thumbnail A fun, bright design that looks great spinning.

]]> 76235708927de95388a5ee6b38601701 Phillip Bryan wrote a new post https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/no-longer-available/starfish/ Thu, 13 May 2010 20:26:56 +0000 ThumbnailThis was an interesting design to tie. The idea was to create an asymmetrical star with the center set close to the lead edge.

]]> 19e9ad4e25c936d34da7c85651a06830 Phillip Bryan wrote a new post https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/articles/creation/mandala-fold/ Thu, 06 May 2010 19:21:54 +0000 Thumbnail #mandallafold {background:url() bottom center no-repeat; padding:10px 10px 150px 10px; font-family:Geneva, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;} #mandallafold h2 { color:#; margin: 30px 0 15px 0; } #mandallafold h3 { color:#; margin: 10px 0 5px 0; } #mandallafold p { color:#; margin: 2px 0 15px 0; } by Phillip Bryan Mandalas are a wonderful starting point for flag designs. When the […]

]]> 4b8cfc42203d198810792b0dbb1a906d Phillip Bryan wrote a new post https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/articles/miscellaneous/what-is-a-mandala/ Mon, 03 May 2010 19:21:53 +0000 Thumbnail #mandallafold {} #mandallafold h2 { color:#; margin: 30px 0 5px 0; } #mandallafold h3 { color:#; margin: 10px 0 5px 0; } #mandallafold p { color:#; margin: 2px 0 15px 0; } One of the richest visual objects in Tibetan Buddhism is the mandala. A mandala is a symbolic picture of the universe. It can be a […]

]]> 830ff5ef1fd2778e3d1b1989432230eb Phillip Bryan wrote a new post https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/no-longer-available/return-to-az/ Wed, 28 Apr 2010 22:57:15 +0000 Thumbnail

]]> 4bab7efdcaa8892b8a547a9c1e3eccb0 Phillip Bryan (Phillip) started the forum topic Tie-dye articles on the site. in the group Flagging Forum https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/groups/forum/forum/topic/tie-dye-articles-on-the-site/ Wed, 28 Apr 2010 19:50:00 +0000

Dorian Davenport 2 weeks, 5 days said ago: For those of us that would be interested in a detailed step-by-step instruction manual that are unable to travel, would there ever be a way for that to be explained, sent, paid for, etc?

Good news, Dorian – I’ve been converting the articles from one of our souvineer books, and they are […]

]]> 0 f4b2254f87d8718f905ebee957176817 Phillip Bryan created the group SpinTribe https://flaggercentral.com/membership/activity/p/2910/ Wed, 28 Apr 2010 06:32:49 +0000 0 18ec5f2c191e51b3926f23a192dbcfdf Phillip Bryan wrote a new post https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/store/no-longer-available/easter-pop/ Wed, 28 Apr 2010 04:00:23 +0000 Thumbnail

A simple, bright, and happy design.

]]> e88f625ec407aa79d9b948cba88e4248 Phillip Bryan commented on the post, Key Lime https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/store/no-longer-available/key-lime/#comment-10 Wed, 28 Apr 2010 02:12:43 +0000 Hi Laura, Thank you for bringing this to my attention. It looks like the “Add to Cart” link isn’t working in Internet Explorer. Safari & FireFox appear to be fine. I’m checking to see if there’s a fix for Internet Explorer. In the meantime, please send me a private message if you’re interested in a […]

]]> 44cce1440830934973aeec413284b59d Phillip Bryan wrote a new post https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/no-longer-available/monkey-face/ Wed, 28 Apr 2010 00:51:15 +0000 ThumbnailWhen I created this set, I was thinking of a sort of “black hole” effect, or a space nebula or something. Guess I was in a sci-fi mindset. Then a friend saw it and said he could see a monkey face in the blue center area. That ended all discussion. After all, could there be any better name than “Monkey […]

]]> bd0e8e29136fa2704de4f7ed52421418 Phillip Bryan wrote a new post https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/articles/miscellaneous/flagging-around-the-world-brasil/ Tue, 27 Apr 2010 20:39:49 +0000 Thumbnail #flaggingbrazil {background:url() bottom center no-repeat; padding:10px 10px 150px 10px; font-family:Geneva, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;} #flaggingbrazil h2 { color:#; margin: 30px 0 5px 0; } #flaggingbrazil h3 { color:#; margin: 10px 0 5px 0; } #flaggingbrazil p { color:#; margin: 2px 0 15px 0; } by Andre Duarte written for Flagger Weekend 5 The more recent origin of flagging […]

]]> a169263c79bcf88fbf2c83596254bb90 Phillip Bryan wrote a new post https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/articles/miscellaneous/flagging-glossary/ Tue, 27 Apr 2010 20:21:28 +0000 Thumbnail Cheater A loop of cord added to the mainstay of a fan, or at the handle of a flag, which allows the fan or flag to be spun freely without damaging the flow tool. Depth of Glow Refers to the dimensionality of a flag’s design. Large areas of the same color can appear flat. Dying a set of silk […]

]]> dcc5feeae021ba81b7893bc8a47c4c30 Phillip Bryan created the group Oklahoma Flaggers https://flaggercentral.com/membership/activity/p/2892/ Tue, 27 Apr 2010 18:22:44 +0000 0 c705d6cad1c4e2a90021e56b316ee33d Phillip Bryan wrote a new post https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/uncategorized/2338/ Fri, 23 Apr 2010 18:36:01 +0000 page6

]]> e575bc3494211557617d300924eafd68 Phillip Bryan commented on the post, Key Lime https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/store/key-lime/#comment-8 Fri, 23 Apr 2010 17:29:11 +0000 Hi Leonardo, I’m glad you like the set. These were my favorite from the latest batch, so the first ones I sewed. More to come soon. I’m concerned that you didn’t see the “Add to cart” link. Are you on the “Store” page? Here’s where it’s at: https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/store/ I’m going to pull your email address […]

]]> 196977a57c269b6df1a0dc67253dda87 Phillip Bryan wrote a new post https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/store/no-longer-available/key-lime/ Thu, 22 Apr 2010 21:09:19 +0000 Thumbnail   I have a slight suspicious hunch,

that a pie is not a healthy lunch,

but key lime does pack quite a punch,

and I adore a graham cracker crunch

 

]]> 71a36c76299c6cccffa844d49a31c20d Phillip Bryan posted on the forum topic May 1 - Flagging at Purple Party main event in the group Texas Flaggers https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/groups/texas-flaggers/forum/topic/may-1-flagging-at-purple-party-main-event/#post-398 Sat, 17 Apr 2010 06:34:27 +0000 Confirmed:
RJ Taylor
Mark Berry
Alan Gentry
Angel Saratiel

]]> 0 0249264c964dfae8113db6ad22363f44 Phillip Bryan (Phillip) posted on the forum topic May 1 - Flagging at Purple Party main event in the group Texas Flaggers https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/groups/texas-flaggers/forum/topic/may-1-flagging-at-purple-party-main-event/#post-396 Fri, 16 Apr 2010 20:57:17 +0000 Update: Performers will receive admission to the afterhours, but will need to purchase their own tickets for the main event.  Here are the details: Saturday May 1, 2010 “Amethyst” – MAIN EVENT Time: 10pm – 4am DJ Joe Gauthreaux Performing Live: Michelle Williams House of Blues 2200 N Lamar St Dallas, Texas 75202 Tickets: $65/Door From Blake:

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]]> 0 0ae40d35cba46eaac3a00315c4672258 Phillip Bryan (Phillip) started the forum topic May 1 - Flagging at Purple Party main event in the group Texas Flaggers https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/groups/texas-flaggers/forum/topic/may-1-flagging-at-purple-party-main-event/ Fri, 16 Apr 2010 00:48:28 +0000 Purple Party 10 April 30 – May 2 http://www.dallaspurpleparty.org/ This year is the tenth anniversary of Purple Party, and they have a full entertainment lineup.  We’ve been invited to perform on stage during the main event. We will do a single stage performance, pretty much the same as last year.  It will be simple freestyle flagging and having…[Read more]

]]> 0 d68bc745f6b076e9e4ab0247c81f47e4 Phillip Bryan (Phillip) posted on the forum topic Fabrics for flagging.... in the group Flagging Forum https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/groups/forum/forum/topic/fabrics-for-flagging/#post-393 Thu, 15 Apr 2010 23:17:53 +0000 The cords are bent at the corner and are rolled in the fabric edge.  It’s a little difficult to explain – a tutiorial with pictures will show what I mean better.  But the cords are rolled in the fabric edge through the corner as well.  Some people do cut the cords at the corrner, as it is […]

]]> 0 1ad6b172ed3d997f8b02e1122df7104a Phillip Bryan (Phillip) posted on the forum topic Which tie-dye classes would you like to see offered? in the group Flagger Weekend https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/groups/flagger-weekend/forum/topic/which-tie-dye-classes-would-you-like-to-see-offered/#post-392 Thu, 15 Apr 2010 23:12:56 +0000 Hi Dorian, We’re keeping things simple and not doing a souvineer book this year, but there’s a good tutorial by Dan Van Olst for the Chakra fold in a previous year’s book.  I’ll see if  there are still some copies available. I’m still converting articles from the old site, and will add the Chakra fold tutorial to the […]

]]> 0 746c5a05f55734d2d4602abb230b49f9 Phillip Bryan (Phillip) posted on the forum topic Fabrics for flagging.... in the group Flagging Forum https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/groups/forum/forum/topic/fabrics-for-flagging/#post-389 Thu, 08 Apr 2010 23:25:36 +0000 Sewing normally (no liner):  I roll the cord into the edge of the silk and use a zigzag stitch for the entire distance of the cord.  I usually stitch each of the cords separately so everything is locked in tight and can’t migrate.   Adding a liner:  I fold the cord into the strip of fabric and zigzag it into […]

]]> 0 a19fd92b1e636a3aad06810ce868d5e4 Phillip Bryan (Phillip) posted on the forum topic Fabrics for flagging.... in the group Flagging Forum https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/groups/forum/forum/topic/fabrics-for-flagging/#post-387 Wed, 07 Apr 2010 21:40:54 +0000 No prob – the next time I sew the weight liners I’ll be sure to take pictures. I’m not sure if i was clear before about how the liner goes into the edge: Sewing weights normally, I roll the weights into the edge of the fabric, so there are several layers of fabric around the cord, and then […]

]]> 0 82ae6d601fe9f6c156f3bcfd4399aeb2 Phillip Bryan and are now friends https://flaggercentral.com/membership/activity/p/2837/ Wed, 07 Apr 2010 16:57:01 +0000 0 f62810c5bc39062d972c8de226a7e567 Phillip Bryan (Phillip) started the forum topic Which tie-dye classes would you like to see offered? in the group Flagger Weekend https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/groups/flagger-weekend/forum/topic/which-tie-dye-classes-would-you-like-to-see-offered/ Wed, 07 Apr 2010 14:24:30 +0000 The tie-dye session s at Flagger Weekend include instruction for various techniques.  Some workshops from previous years include Mandallas, Spirals, the Chakra fold, Shapes and Symbols, the Nebula fold, Speed Spirals, and Poi Flags. Is there a particular technique you would like to learn?  Feel free to suggest something that hasn’t been…[Read more]

]]> 0 4d0d4561443fca3ecdf2203f157ca200 Phillip Bryan posted on the forum topic Loving the new look in the group San Francisco Flaggers https://theemeraldcurtain.com/flaggercentral.com/groups/san-francisco-flaggers/forum/topic/loving-the-new-look/#post-374 Sat, 03 Apr 2010 03:44:42 +0000 So, I Think you know, to join a group, Select “forums” from the top menu, Select “San Francisco Flaggers” from the list of groups, Select “Join Group” under the picture of Randy I believe I’ve also set it so responding to a forum post automatically adds you to that group. Once you’re a member of a group, a ” Send Invites ” button […]

]]> 0 56b8249dbec914436c83fd43c320b653 Phillip Bryan joined the group San Francisco Flaggers https://flaggercentral.com/membership/activity/p/2809/ Sat, 03 Apr 2010 03:33:40 +0000 0 5f435d58208f76e14b644ced95104e22 Phillip Bryan created the group San Francisco Flaggers https://flaggercentral.com/membership/activity/p/2804/ Thu, 01 Apr 2010 14:48:42 +0000 0 bc9617c11341b5b49ebfcc6f50b12f57 Phillip Bryan joined the group NYC Flaggers https://flaggercentral.com/membership/activity/p/2800/ Thu, 01 Apr 2010 14:43:48 +0000 0