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Here is a collection of links to pages with reprinted articles, pieces I've written for other sites, and items written about my books. In addition to these links, visit my newsletter Costumer's Notes for many more articles.

Book Excerpts by Davina ~ Dawn Devine

Research Guide from From Turban to Toe Ring - read article

Magazine Articles by Davina ~ Dawn Devine

	Gilded Serpent, September 2006 *Kohl: Drawing the Line* *By Dawn Devine ~ Davina* A brief history of the art of the lined eye, from ancient recipes to modern minerals. Read the Article This article also appeared in Habibi Magazine, Volume 21, Issue 2. More info at Habibi Magazine
	Linux Journal, May 2005 Belly Dance and Free Software Co-Authored with Michael Baxter. Featured on Cover - "Linux for Professional Performers" - Cover Model - Paloma - Owner of Lunatic Fringe in Sunnyvale CA. More info on Linux Journal
	Habibi Magazine, Spring 2004 *Birth of Bedlah* History of Middle Eastern belly dance costume in the US from Little Egypt 'till today. More info on Habibi Magazine
	The Belly Dancer Magazine Regular Contributer Including: Shoes - Costume Foundation Fringe Gypsy Style More info on Belly Dancer Magazine

Articles by Davina on other websites

Pants in the 16th Century - Shira's website
Rakkasah Trend Report 2002 - Gilded Serpent

Book Reviews by Davina for Gilded Serpent

Beaded Embroidery by Amy C. Clarke and Robin Atkins
Indian Embroidery by Rosemary Crill
Splendor of Ethnic Jewelry by Francis Borel

Reviews Of Davina's Books

Yasmina's Joy of Belly Dancing website has several reviews.
Embellished Bras - A Review on Gilded Serpent
Style File -A review on Gilded Serpent
From Turban To Toe Ring -A review on Gilded Serpent
Costuming from the Hip - A review on Shira's website

Articles about Davina

Brief biography of Davina on Yasmina's Joy of Belly Dance