Phillip Bryan

  • Phillip Bryan commented on the post, Mandala Fold 6 years ago

    Sí un tutorial sería bienvenido

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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. […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Updating the site…installing a new theme.

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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  […]

  • 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

  • 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…

  • 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 […]

  • Phillip Bryan wrote a new post 13 years ago

    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 […]

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