Want to make this lovely grey skirt? Learn here! For making dance costumes, stretch fabric is essential – it helps us create fitted costumes and gives the flexibility we need for when we move around and dance in it. š So I have a lot of tutorials where you use stretch fabrics – like this mermaid skirt, Goddess Skirt, and… Read more →
Have you seen gathered fabrics used to decorate dance costumes or formal dresses? That might be pleating or ruching. Both of them add colours, textures and such elegance to costumes and dresses, and it can be an easy way to decorate your costumes. But it can be tricky to create the look, especially when youāre working with… Read more →
In my last post, we measured and cut out all panels we need to sew this DIY baladi dress with a mandarin collar and placket. I love when all the panels are cut and waiting for me to sew them together. š Letās get started! Click here to make your own Dina Bra! š DIY Baladi Dress with mandarin collar &… Read more →
I picked up super cute spandex fabric when I visited the garment district in NYC last year with Mahin, and I knew I had to make a playful baladi dress out of it. I did a baladi dress tutorial before with a keyhole neckline, but this time I wanted to make one to pair with a Dina style bra. So… 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 →
Some tools can make a world of difference š Today I want to share with you 3 of my favourite sewing tools that made a world of difference to my costume making. After I met these tools, costume making has become easier, faster and more fun! š If you are looking to upgrade your sewing tools, I highly recommend these. Iāll include… 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 →
In my last video, you saw how to make a heart shaped beaded applique. And this week I want to share with you this paisley beaded applique. I love paisley designs, and they look great on costumes in every colour. Letās get started! Download the free paisley patterns here! To make these paisley appliques, you need: Felt – to use… Read more →
Valentineās Day is coming up! So today I want to share with you how I made this heart shaped beaded applique. Itās perfect for Valentineās Day theme costume decorations or just make one as an accent piece like a hair accessory or Valentineās Day decor or DIY gift. If you stick to neutral colours like I did here, you can… Read more →