Tag: hem

What is Horsehair Braid? How to Use it for Belly Dance Costumes

If you’re interested in making a professional belly dance costume, you must know this secret ingredient every famous designer uses – It’s horsehair braid 🙂 You’ve probably seen it being used to finish the hem of skirts and dresses for dance costumes or wedding dresses or evening gowns. It’s also used to accentuate ruffle details. It creates large waves and… Read more →

DIY Circle Skirt - Reversible, double-layer, double-slit

DIY Circle Skirt for dancers! [reversible & double-layer & double-slit]

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 🙂 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 →