I like belly dance costumes that have decorations sewn onto the skirt. đ For this type of skirt, you donât have to wear a separate belt, which can be more comfortable for some of you. At least for me – less opportunity for costume malfunction đ But how do you sew decorations to the stretch waistband of… Read more →
Iâm not a big fan of belly dance costumes that are any more naked than they already are, but sometimes that ânakedâ design details on costumes can be visually interesting and also create beautiful lines. And when I say ânakedâ, I mean those cut outs that show your skin or details that mimic the colour of your skin.… Read more →
Merry Christmas! I hope you are having a wonderful day with your loved ones. I’m just finishing up the last bit of work here then heading off to my fiance’s parents’ place for dinner. It’ll be a good time đ Before I go, I want to quickly share with you some photos. I often receive photos of beautiful creations by dancers, and… Read more →
Since it’s nearing the end of this year, my fiance Navid and I went for a nice dinner together last weekend to chat about our achievements from this year. We did this last year too, and these dinners are great opportunities to reflect on what we love doing, what and whom we appreciate in life, and how fortunate we are.… Read more →
Have you felt like something is missing when you put on a costume? Maybe it looks too simple or off balance or just doesnât look complete. I want to share with you 1 very useful dance costuming tip. If you feel like any of the above, try adding a bit more fabric on your arms. Whether itâs armbands or wrist… Read more →
I stumbled upon this lovely picture of a ballet dancer on Pinterest. (You can check out the picture from here đ ) I love everything about the picture, her posture and her relaxed expression while sheâs doing this crazy split. I love her lacy tutu, and, this shrug! Shrugs are super useful when you are warming up to dance or… Read more →
This is one of the most requested costume pieces – belly dance body stockings! Not only do they help cover your belly, but they offer more canvas to add sparkles for your belly dance costume. In this video, you will see how to make this simple belly cover design that fits your body. So letâs get started! Click here to… Read more →
Have you got a skirt with a slit thatâs a bit too revealing? I find it frustrating to have to dance worrying about how much of my legs the audience may see. I’d rather feel free to move around on the stage đ And here’s the solution to the problem! In this video, you will see how to make a modesty… Read more →