Tag: diy festival

3 ways to decorate dance shorts

3 Ways to Decorate Dance Shorts

Dance shorts are great to add to your belly dance wardrobe, and they blend in best when they match your costumes! So in this tutorial, I’ll show you 3 ways to decorate dance shorts so they stay comfortable and stretchy and look pretty. Let’s get started! Click here to check out the Zeina Skirt with Built-in Shorts! 3 Ways to… Read more →

How to Make a Lace Belt for Belly Dance – easy & adjustable!

I like decorating my costumes with lace appliques in recent years, and today I’ll show you how I made this adjustable belly dance lace belt. Many fusion-style belts come with ties that let you adjust the size of the belt, but not raqs sharqi belts. But here’s a sneaky way to make your belt adjustable without compromising the style. Let’s… Read more →

DIY detachable puffy sleeve for belly dance costumes

DIY Detachable Puffy Sleeves for Belly Dance Costumes

I like accessories that spice up my existing costumes AND I can attach or remove from costumes as I like. 😉 You’ve seen examples of those accessories like the shrug, bead swag, or drape swag on Sparkly Belly! And today I’m excited to share with you this detachable puffy sleeve! It’s simple to make, but adds a wow factor to… Read more →

DIY ATS Choli Top - free pattern

DIY ATS Choli Top

If you’re an ATS dancer or a belly dancer that likes to have more coverage than just a bra top, choli tops are a great costuming option! It’s great as a lesson wear as well. In this tutorial, I’ll share with you how to make this cute choli top featuring the cold shoulder look. Let’s get started! Click here to… Read more →

11 DIY Belly Dance Costume Projects to Upcycle Fabric Scraps!

Holidays are upon us, and it’s an exciting time with all the fun social events. But sometimes I really, REALLY appreciate the quiet, alone moments I get in between those events. Don’t get me wrong. I really enjoy sharing lovely moments with friends and families… but the more social events I enjoy, the more quiet, alone time I crave. Can… Read more →