But if that whiny, self-important foodie can shout into the void and get a movie made about herself, surely I can be entertaining for somebody.
So I thought I'd share a little burlesque lesson: Don't wait until you have an act to build to pick something up (especially if it's on sale).
It's not an easy rule to encapsulate in some neat little phrase. I couldn't stitch it on and make it fit (although I should try...) The gist of it is this: If you're in a store or shop and you see something that makes you say "gee, that'd be great to use in a routine," get it then. Don't count on it to be there four months later when suddenly you need it. If you're not totally sure if you can use it ... you can use it. You will use it. You will use it either as is or with minor modification. And if you absolutely can't use it, someone in your troupe probably can.
Here's a recent example: This bra set was on the sale rack at Target. In two different places. All for under $30. A similar Victoria's Secret set would set me back $98—just shy of free shipping! That's a push-up bra, garter belt and bikini panties (there was a thong, but not in a size I could justify purchasing). Do I have a routine for this? No. Will I end up using this? Almost definitely. It might not be white when I use it, it might lose the bows. It might gain fringe, trim, sequins, feathers, man I don't even know what'll become of this.
I've had similar luck at craft and fabric stores when scouring the sale bins and clearance racks. Odd scraps of fabric, out-of-season trims and flowers, unusual socks, these little strange things will almost always come in handy for someone at some point.
One other lesson I can share with you that does fit on a pillow is this: Target has cute stuff.
-DD
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