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Hello Gang,<\/p>\nHello Gang,<\/p>\n
Throughout the month of October, I’m finishing up costuming projects for the upcoming book, “Becoming a Belly Dancer: From Student to Stage.” \u00a0Chapter 8 of the book is dedicated to weekend costuming projects. \u00a0Many students, hobbyiest, and troupe dancers are looking for fast, easy, and affordable costuming projects. \u00a0So we’ve gathered together some simple and easy projects that are\u00a0low-sew or even no-sew and yet, still pack a visual punch in performance. \u00a0Last week, I test drove the directions for the “Jewelry Bra” to make sure they worked. \u00a0I documented the process with my cell phone, and posted a few of them to my Instagram account. \u00a0These little “behind the scenes” photos give you a sneak peek into the content of our new book, slated for release holiday, 2015.<\/p>\n
Jewelry Bra Tools<\/strong> Order of Construction<\/strong> I was able to hammer together this quick and easy bra in an hour and a\u00a0half. \u00a0The tie-back makes it quite adjustable, and removes awkward fitting issues. \u00a0Keeping a portion of the existing bra band allows the bra to comfortably stretch around the body. \u00a0How does it look when finished? \u00a0Here’s Bay Area dancer Shalimar modeling the bra. \u00a0This bra cost about $45 total from start to finish. \u00a0Depending on your local sources and internet research, you may be able to craft a similar design for even less!<\/p>\n I hope you find this look inspiring. \u00a0It’s super easy, super affordable, and comfortable to wear, a complete win-win-win.\u00a0You can do it!<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>This bra is exactly what the description says, a bra with jewelry stitched to it. The jewelry bra is one of the several formulas, or recipes you can use to quickly make a bra. \u00a0Here’s a quick run-down of the process. \u00a0For more detailed information about this style of bra, and several more, be sure to pick up a copy of our new book in December.
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\nIngredients
\n<\/strong>\u2022 Good fitting, Foam-cup, underwire bra. \u00a0Purchase a plunge, push-up, or add-a-size bra which creates the shape prefer.
\n\u2022 Two matching necklaces.
\n\u2022 Two yards of 1″ wide twill tape
\n\u2022 Two rings.
\n\u2022 Upholstery Thread<\/p>\n
\nYou probably already have a small, hand-sewing kit pulled together and ready to go, if not, click on the links below which will take you to my favorite hand-sewing tools available on Amazon.com. \u00a0But remember, the best tools are the ones that are comfortable for your hands.
\n\u2022 Needles<\/a>
\n\u2022 Pins<\/a>
\n\u2022 Thimble<\/a>
\n\u2022 Bee’s Wax<\/a>
\n\u2022 Needle Puller<\/a>
\n\u2022 Pin Cushion<\/a><\/p>\n
\n1 – Remove existing straps.
\n2 – Using the twill tape, reinforce the inside edge of the bra cups.
\n3 – Remove the hook and eye portion of the band.
\n4 –\u00a0Add using 3″ strips of twill tape to attach rings to existing band at cut edge.
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Cut remaining twill tape in half and attach to tops of cups.
\n6 – Pin jewelry into place and stitch down.<\/p>\n
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