Tag: belly dance costuming

Close up of a beaded belly chain

DIY Beaded Belly Chain for Belly Dance

I wanted a quick but beautiful accessory to wear with my newest belly dance dress! Today you’re going to see how I made this pretty beaded belly chain. It’s an easy, relaxing project with an awesome result! Let’s get started!  Click here to learn how to make the dresses I’m wearing! How to Make Beaded Belly Chain for Belly Dance… Read more →

How to Line a Bra Top with Chani Pt 1 – Relining a Bra

Let’s talk about How to Line a Bra Top! You’ve made your bra, decorated it, and now all you need to do is line the bra top so you can protect all the hard work you put into creating it 🙂 But belly dance bra tops have a lot of curves, and ill-fitting lining can shrink or deform the bra.… Read more →

DIY Built-in Ruched Skirt (Yoga Pants with Skirt)

Last week you saw how I made a lace halter top for dance practice. This week, continuing the practice wear theme, I’ll be making this cute ruched skirt that is built into my flare pants! The built-in skirt is comfy and doesn’t shift or fall, and these yoga pants with a skirt are perfect for dance lessons or even daily… Read more →

DIY Lace Halter Crop Top for Fusion & Practice Outfit!

Today I’m very excited to share with you this lace halter crop top! It’s great for dance lessons, yoga, fusion costuming, or summer outfits, and goes perfectly with these capris I made recently. It’s pretty easy to make too. Let’s get started! Click here to learn how to make the capris I’m wearing! To make this DIY Lace Halter Crop… Read more →

How to Alter a Beaded 90s Belly Dance Bra & Belt with Chani Pt 3

Do you have a bra and belt that need new lining? In this post, Chani, our alteration expert, will complete her 90s costume refurbishment project and show you how she added fringe, then lining to the bra and belt for a very professional finish. Enjoy! Phew! We have covered a lot of ground on this project: from simply figuring out… Read more →