We make lots of tubes when we make shoulder straps, ties etc for belly dance costumes. To create a clean looking shoulder strap, you need to sew a tube wrong side out, then turn the tube so the pretty side of the fabric shows. I used to get frustrated when making tubes, because when the tube is narrow like a 1cm wide,… Read more →
What was your very first skirt you owned as a belly dancer? For me, it was a circle skirt, and I think it is a great choice for the first skirt to dance in. Circle skirts are versatile, and easy to match with different belts and hip scarves. They flow very nicely, and look beautiful when you twirl. I love when… Read more →
Appliques are usually pieces of ornamented fabric that you can attach to your clothes, bags etc. For belly dance costumes, beaded appliques are used often, and placing a few appliques on the costume bra and belt or skirt gives the whole costume a uniform and balanced look. This video was inspired by a long thread about how to make appliques… Read more →
So here is a little bit about me. When I look at sequins and beads sewn in an orderly manner, I get a lot of pleasure from it. It may sound weird, but the above picture of pink sequins all sewn together among strings of beads is like… exciting and comforting to me. I can stare at it for a… Read more →
Sequins! I love sequins. They shine a lot on stage, and they are used in all types of dance costumes. Sewing sequins is very simple! And knowing how to sew sequins comes in handy when you have to fix your belly dance costumes and re-do some beading/sequin work. There are many ways to sew sequins, but in this video, you will… Read more →
Continuing from last week, you will see how to do beading in this article. Because…we can never have enough sparkling on our costumes 😉 If you missed last week’s article on how to make short and long lines with beads, check out from here: Beading Technique 1: Single Line In this video, you will see how to make a twist line,… Read more →
Do you like beaded costumes? Well I do…so much! And a dear Sparkly Belly subscriber requested a beading and applique tutorial, and I thought it’s a great idea, since I have been having fun making appliques the last couple of weeks myself. So you will see some simple techniques that I have found useful in decorating my belly dance costumes in the… Read more →
So exciting, from Part 3 of the How to Make a Belly Dance Bra series, now you have a bra base that fits you well and is covered in the fabric of your choice. It is time to decorate it! How you decorate your bra is completely up to you, and it should suit your needs and preferences. So in… Read more →
In Part 2 of the How to Make a Belly Dance Bra series, you saw how I prepare all parts of a belly dance bra base. In Part 3, you will see how to cover the bra base with the fabric of your choice so you can start decorating it! Read more →
So in Part 1 of the How to Make a Belly Dance Bra series, you saw all the materials you need for making a belly dance bra. In Part 2, you will see how to take measurements, cut the bra, and make side and shoulder straps. Read more →