I heart kimono and obi fabrics! They really are luscious- especially rinzu that has motifs woven into the fabric itself.
http://www.ichiroya.com/item/list3.php?no=122227 and here's a bolt for making an obi
http://www.ichiroya.com/item/list3.php?no=122242 Some obis would make the coolest corset belts!
I just ordered a bunch of beads and sequins to finish up a project so hopefully I'll have things to share soon.
I also bought a bedlah on ebay that is going to need some TLC and some serious revamping because as it stands, I think the fringe will drown me.