I'm a bellydancer and get all kinds of strange reactions when I'm asked what I'm using trim, sequins, and tissue lame for.
Some questions I've been asked: (mainly at JoAnn Fabric)
You do that naked??? (What?? seriously??)
You a terrorist?? (What?? seriously??)
Your husband LETS you do that?? (What?? seriously??)
<giant eye roll>