How To Shorten A Bodice That Is Too Long
Have you ever tried on a competition skate or dance costume that was too long in the body.... and then you wondered how to fix it?
Today's blog features Kerry, one
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Tired of your Latin dance skirt? Make TWO detachable skirts!
Are you tired of your Latin dance skirt, or ice skating skirt, and want a new look?
Well, I was tired of not showcasing this awesome BEFORE and AFTER dress so
Custom Figure Skating Juliet Dress
What happens when you are a figure skater who is also a huge Shakespeare fan?
You skate to music from Romeo and Juliet, of course. And no routine is complete without
Latin Dress With a Rhinestone Neckline Appliqué
For Latin and Country dance dresses with low-cut necklines, I often recommend adding a little bling to draw attention to the dancer’s face and to create the illusion of more
Sequin Skate Dress With Slit Chiffon Skirt
Step aside, rhinestones. Today’s post features a sequin skate dress with ombré painting on a chiffon skirt. This figure skating costume may not have any rhinestones, but it certainly does
Latin Dance Skirt Alterations to Fix a Short, Tight Skirt
In the world of Dancesport dress consignment, Latin dance skirt alterations are commonplace. When you buy a used dance dress, it is rare to find a perfect fit. Oftentimes, some
How to Create a Contrasting Yet Consistent Dress Design
When designing your Dancesport costume, do you struggle to create a consistent dress design that is still interesting?
Combining consistency and contrast can be difficult, but today’s ballroom dancing dress has
Tips for Sewing Ballroom Dance Practice Wear
It is time for a closet tour featuring lots of ballroom dance practice wear, all handmade by one of my sewing school members, Carol.
Join me as I tour the leotards
Ballroom Dance Dress Consignment & Boutique Store
How and where to sell your ballroom dancing dresses is a question I have been asked many times over the decades. The primary two options are to sell the costume
How to Design a Dress for Competitive Ballroom Dancing
How to Design a Dress
Have ever tried to design a dress for competitive Country, Line dance or ballroom dancing? Then you know how difficult it can be because there are
Morticia Addams Inspired Black Lace Figure Skating Dress
Do you remember Morticia Addams from The Addams Family?
The original television showed played for only two seasons beginning in 1964. Despite a short television life, the show inspired a loyal
How to Make Imitation Beaded Fringe
This Chrisanne Clover dress has some cool beaded fringe, right?
Except…wait a minute. Take a closer look.
This fringe isn't beaded at all.
In fact, it's not beaded or chainette fringe!
It is rhinestoned