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 →
Want to make a belly dance bra that fits you perfectly on a budget? In this series of articles and videos, you can see how to make a belly dance bra that looks beautiful, fits you well and lasts a long time. The Ultimate Guide will show you the following topics: Part 1: Materials you need (this article) Part 2:… Read more →