Thread: costume cut-outs how to?

I'm still pretty new at making my own costumes, but I've got a few sucessful ones done, and I'm ready to spice the next one up! I love the look of cut-outs and the criss-cross cut out designs on skirts. What are the best ways to go about doing this. I figured since there are so many great costume makers on here I would ask before I do trial and error method. ..g.:

Thanks!

What kind of fabric will you be using? There's some discussion here http://www.bhuz.com/forum/belly-danc...uts-dress.html.

Hi Miranda,

This link:
Nadya's sewing hints for belly dance / oriental dance costumes;

... is full of resources to make your own costume. Select the English and click on "cutouts in the costume" on the left.

I've never try to do cutouts, but always wanted. I suggest to use a piece of scrap fabric before.

Qamar

I think it's 4 way stretch lycra could be 2 way.... I will check out that post. Thanks!

Originally Posted by Qamar60

Hi Miranda,

This link:
Nadya's sewing hints for belly dance / oriental dance costumes;

... is full of resources to make your own costume. Select the English and click on "cutouts in the costume" on the left.

Qamar

awesome! Thanks! ..g.:

Originally Posted by Qamar60

Hi Miranda,

This link:
Nadya's sewing hints for belly dance / oriental dance costumes;

... is full of resources to make your own costume. Select the English and click on "cutouts in the costume" on the left.
I've never try to do cutouts, but always wanted. I suggest to use a piece of scrap fabric before.
Qamar

What a wonderful page she has! Thanks for posting the link.