Tag: drape armband

10 project ideas for stretch fabric scraps

10 Simple Stretch Fabric Scraps Projects

by Mao

Stretch fabric scraps don’t have to go to waste! Discover 10 beginner-friendly dance costume projects from Sparkly Belly that transform your leftover materials into stylish wardrobe upgrades, all with less than a yard of fabric. Read more →

3 Steps to Turning Your Belly Dance Costume Professional!

by Mao

Have you felt like your belly dance costume is incomplete? You put on a bra, belt, and a skirt, and it looks like something is missing…. or not dramatic enough. Don’t worry, it happens to many dancers, including me. In this video, I’ll show you how to solve this incomplete outfit problem quickly. Let’s get started! Click here to join… Read more →

DIY Seaweed Armband for Mermaid Costume

by Mao

Last week I shared with you how to make the DIY floating mermaid seashell bra top, which was a really fun project! And today, I want to make this armband that looks like curly seaweed to accessorize our mermaid costume. It’s so fun and easy! Let’s get started! Click here to sign up for the newsletter (+ BONUS: get access… Read more →

DIY detachable puffy sleeve for belly dance costumes

DIY Detachable Puffy Sleeves for Belly Dance Costumes

by Mao

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 Drape Armband

by Mao

When I create a costume, I always think about making matching accessories. That’s because matching accessories really complete the overall look. Often they turn a “homemade” looking costume into a professional one. So in this video, you’ll see how to make this pretty drape armband that’s super easy to make, and you can make one to match any costume. Let’s… Read more →