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Prior to attending the Art Institute of Philadelphia, Thomas was a resident designer for a community theater in his hometown of Hazleton, PA. His love of design urged him to attend the Art Institute in order to perfect his skills and challenge his creativity. During his time at the Art Institute Thomas participated in school activities and assisted in fashion shows whenever possible. He also spoke at school events introducing incoming students to the school and it’s program. His technical abilities as well as his professionalism earned him the opportunity to teach the summer senior week course in basic sewing. While at the Art Institute he was awarded the prestigious Presidential Scholarship as well as numerous Best of Quarter Nominations. Thomas served as president of the Phuture Phasion Association through his last two quarters and graduated with a 4.0. Thomas earned the Best of Show and Best Portfolio awards in his graduating class. Since graduating Thomas enjoys a successful career as a costume designer, initially designing for a Halloween manufacturer and eventually working in the dance-wear industry. Thomas’ knowledge of theater and dance have led him to open his own business, “Drama In Motion Designs” where he works designing for clients across the country as well as being commissioned by renowned Philadelphia costume designers to bring their vision to life. Thomas enjoys the process of working with directors, choreographers, and designers and he feels that through it all you grow as a designer and continually learn through every new project and challenge that comes your way.







Create the costumes of your dreams that work perfectly with your music and theme.  Set realistic goals and limits on your design and budget by choosing fabric fringe and trim fromSequinsDirect.com™.  From soloists to large groups, we’re here to take your studio to the next level.

Things you should know before contacting a Design Consultant:

  • Your music and overall feel of the routine and overall style
  • Budget
  • Deadlines, time constraints
  • Child sizes and measurements

Two Creative Opportunities:  

One:  Completely unique custom design from start to finish.  Choose a designer to create your custom masterpiece within budget and timeline.

Two:  Work with stage-ready costumes to add embellishment withSequinsdirect.com™products.

Why useSequinsDirect.com™design consultants?

  • Design original looks for your stage performances.
  • No studio shows up with the same costumes…ever.
  • Do something new this year
  • Revive your passion for teaching dance:  you create music, you create choreography, now create your own costumes.
  • Custom looks can showcase your choreography while accentuating great technique or hiding poor technique, dancers of all levels can benefit from custom costumes
  • Save time and money by purchasing products online
  • Great for competitions
  • Soloists!!!

Expert Advice from the Pro’s:

  • Using REAL Sequins instead of rhinestones is more cost effective and they make the costume shinier for the stage. 
  • A long-paneled skirt with slits can hide poor turnout and bent legs.
  • ‘Loose fitted’ is not always better for larger dancers.  This is a mistake.  A properly fitted garment can support a larger dancer and ultimately make them feel more comfortable on stage.
  • To make height look consistent, hem everything the same length from the floor, NOT the same length on every dancer.  (great for long skirts and goucho pants)  measure up from the floor.
  • Inner support can be built-in to a costume.  It’s easier to add support to custom rather than add to ready-made, and looks are nicer in the end.
  • Fully-line your custom costumes so that undergarments are not necessary.



Design Consultants RAVE aboutSequinsDirect.com™:

 
Overheard by thesewing machine:
 
“AtSequinsDirect.com™we get the best pricing on quantities,
color availability and shipping options.  Not to mention, Selection! 
You can’t find the colors or quality sold at SequinsDirect.com™
at your average craft store, or anywhere else for that matter. 
Most importantly, you’re buying from the world’s largest sequin
manufacturer for over 65 years, and we trust them.”