ATS weeks here at Sparkly Belly! š Last week I shared with you how to make 4-yard pantaloons for ATS and tribal fusion belly dance, and I was so happy to see many of you got so excited as soon as I shared the tutorial! š This week, continuing the ATS theme, Iāve created this ATS tribal belt inspired by… Read more →
Iāve been getting SO many requests to do ATS and tribal fusion costuming over the years š Now that I got inspired to do ATS / fusion costuming, I had a problem. What should I make!?!? So I asked everyone on my newsletter to submit their ideas, and I decided to do one that was very popular and best of… Read more →
A little while ago, I shared a blog post about troupe costuming ideas, which has become one of my favourite posts! And someone asked how to make the overskirts that this group is wearing over their skirts. These ladies are from Inspire Bellydance troupe in Sydney, Australia, and the photo was shared by Rachel Bond! I love their costumes, and… Read more →
Since I launched my latest costume making course, Aurora Convertible Skirt Premium Course, I received questions about what to wear under this type of skirt that has cutouts. Click the image to check out how to make this skirt! Generally, you can either wear nude colour underwear that doesnāt show, or some dancers wear boy shorts in nude colour. For… Read more →
I like belly dance costumes that have decorations sewn onto the skirt. š For this type of skirt, you donāt have to wear a separate belt, which can be more comfortable for some of you. At least for me – less opportunity for costume malfunction š But how do you sew decorations to the stretch waistband of… Read more →
Iām not a big fan of belly dance costumes that are any more naked than they already are, but sometimes that ānakedā design details on costumes can be visually interesting and also create beautiful lines. And when I say ānakedā, I mean those cut outs that show your skin or details that mimic the colour of your skin.… Read more →
This may be the easiest DIY I’ve done… š In my last post, you saw how to make a sleeveless choli top thatās perfect for your holiday theme performance. In this post – Holiday DIY series Pt 2 – Iāll show you how to make a SUPER EASY skirt with ruffles. This is so easy that Iām not sure I call… Read more →
A few months ago, I treated myself to a new phone – Samsung Galaxy S7. I wasn’t even going to get the latest & greatest (I was using Galaxy S2 at the time), but the store (and my fiance) convinced me into getting this smartphone. I must say, I’m so happy they did! The phone comes… Read more →
Wouldn’t it be nice to get many looks out of 1 costume? That would be so fun, and you could adjust your style depending on your choreography, audience and occasion. Is that even possible? Yes, it is! š In this video, you’ll see how you can create 16 different looks using 1 reversible circle skirt. Let’s get started! Sign up… Read more →
Thanks for enjoying last week’s What Type of Belly Dancer Are You? test! It has quickly become the most shared post on Sparkly Belly š If your test result was a Classic Belly Dancer or Artist or even Sweet Charmer, today’s DIY is perfect addition to your dance wardrobe! I love versatile costume pieces, and circle skirts are definitely a… Read more →