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 →
We’ve been able to costume so many body types and look cohesive, performance after performance. Read more →
See how Tammy created her beautiful Wave Applique Bellydance Costume! It’s a simple method yet creates a professional finish! Read more →
If your belly dance costume bra needs some reinforcing then our alteration expert, Chani, will be able to walk you through the process. Read more →
Struggling with your bellydance troupe costume options? Different sizes and preferences, amount of work, limited budget… Putting together professional troupe costumes is challenging! Rukshana (also known as Gail), a professional costumer and a member of cARTel bellydance, has shared with me her secrets to making troupe costumes that look amazing and most importantly, everyone is happy with! And she has… Read more →
In this post, Chani, our alteration expert, is sharing some of her tips and tricks for traveling with your sewing projects with ease. Read more →
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 →
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 →
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 →
Not sure how to dress now that you’re pregnant? Here are 5 pregnant belly dance costume ideas that are beautiful, comfortable and safe! Read more →