Next weekend, there's a small anime convention going on in Van Nuys. There will be two Star Wars related workshops. One where you can build your own lightsaber hilt, another where you can make a Jedi robe. So I thought I'd mention it for any locals who might be interested.

The website is http://www.animelosangeles.org/anime-la/2006/index.php.

Here's a link to the workshop info. http://www.animelosangeles.org/anime-la/2006/EventWork.php

Lightsabers have an optional fee of 10 dollars to get a bag of things to customize your hilt, including a belt clip. The four main parts at not provided, as these should be personally picked out.

Jedi robe naturally requires you provide your own fabric. 100% wool with a twill weave will bring the best results. I'm not sure on how the panel will go if you don't bring any. The Lightsaber has free handouts I know.

I just learned that I'm going. The panels will begin Sunday morning.