Swirly Belt: Learn the secret materials, Make a designer belt, be the envy of all dancers!
Tired of old, straight belt designs? Want a more professional costume look? Join this popular premium course and make your own unique & gorgeous Swirly Belt!
I was tired of my boxy (and not sexy) belt designs.
After making costumes for myself for a few years, I was getting tired of my own designs.
Especially the belt.
My belts always looked boxy. They were basic, straight at the front and wide back. They had all straight edges, and lacked features that make you go, “Wow, that’s unique!”
The photo to the right is me in my boxy, not sexy, belt 7 years ago..... (yup, I had to think twice about sharing this photo!)
All my belts were looking plain and "homemade". ….and not sexy and not impressive enough.
(Above) Gorgeous dress featuring Swirly Belt & appliques, created by Kyria, a Swirly Belt student
Then in one evening as I was scrolling through my Facebook feeds, I saw costumes made by Russian designers.
I gasped. That’s WHAT. I. WANT!!!
Their belts had way more fun motifs like graceful curls, romantic flowers, and dreamy paisleys that stick out of the ordinary outlines of belts. These curly shapes sit so gracefully on the model dancer’s waist, making her torso look very attractive. These designers seemed to be able to make any shape they wanted!
And most importantly, these belts stood out because they were uniquely gorgeous, and looked very expensive amongst other costumes I saw on Facebook and Pinterest.
Now the problem was, they WERE expensive, and I wasn’t ready to pour $500+ on just 1 costume at that point with no guarantee that it would fit me. On top of that, I wasn’t sure about where to begin ordering costumes all the way from Russia. What about the shipping cost? And proudly being a crafty dancer, I WANTED to re-create that gorgeous belt!
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How I used Google Translate to make a Swirly Belt
So I went and researched all over online to find out how to make that belt with curly, swirly designs.
After hours of searching, I found pretty much nothing.
There was no tutorial on how to make this type of belt. The only resource I found was a belly dance forum in Russian, where costume makers were sharing bits and pieces of information on how they make this type of belt.
Well, I don’t speak Russian, so I spent many evenings going through the forum sentence by sentence, copying and pasting into Google Translate. (Crazy, I know. Later I learned the Google Chrome browser can translate the entire page.... now I know!)
But in the process, I discovered something.
I discovered the most important thing about this type of belt - which I call “Swirly Belt” for its iconic swirly designs - is the materials you use. The materials make the difference between a clean and beautiful, professional-looking finish and an amatuer-ish crafty belt.
Most people used felt as a base, but belts that were made with thin, craft felt didn’t look nearly as good as ones that were made with sturdier materials (but I didn’t know what the materials were at that point).
(Above) A gorgeous show-stopper Swirly Belt costume created by Andreana, a Swirly Belt student
"I cannot thank you enough for the value of the material and education you provide! I have already danced one professional gig in this costume and got many compliments on it!"
- Ashley in her gorgeous silver Swirly Belt outfit (above)
So I went and researched some more on different materials that costumers of various industries use, and tested different materials and combinations of materials like the photo on the left.
After some testing like that, I finally found the best, most flexible material combination for making a Swirly Belt!
The Secret of Swirly Belt Making
Today I can confidently show you the perfect combination of materials that help you create a flexible yet sturdy belt base and still have a gorgeous, professional finish. You’ll see some unconventional materials and how to put them together into a beautiful belt of any design motifs you want.
The crazy thing is, the materials I found to be most effective are very inexpensive! You can make the entire belt base for under $20. (or if you have children, you may have the key material lying around in your house ;) ) You just need to know what they are and how to handle them the right way.
"But I'm not good with my sewing machine..."
No problem! You don't need a sewing machine in this course :D
And because the belt base is already covered with pretty fabric, you don’t need to cover the entire surface with beads and crystals which can really eat up your budget.
You will feel amazing wearing your own, professional-looking Swirly Belt at your next hafla. Other dancers will come and say, "I love your costume! Where did you get that?" You'll smile and say, "I made it!" And now it's their turn to gasp ;)
So where can you learn these Swirly Belt secrets and more?
Introducing... Swirly Belt & Applique Premium Course!
In my popular Swirly Belt & Applique Premium Course, you’ll get:
- HD video instructions on the secret ingredients & 5-step formula for making a Swirly Belt successfully without advanced sewing skills
- PDF “Swirly Pattern Book” which gives you 50 ready-to-use swirly patterns (including 2 full belt patterns) for making your own Swirly Belts, so you can make perfect swirly designs even if you are not confident about drawing your own Swirly designs
- Lots of Swirly design tips, fitting advice and professional finish techniques that help you make sure your finished product looks clean, well-fitting, and professional, not “amateur-ish”.
In this premium course, you’ll create a Swirly Belt pattern, make a complete belt base and decorate it.
You’ll make it fit your body really well, even if you don’t have someone to help you do the fitting. Then you’ll take it one step above and create matching accessories and appliques to make a matching bra with, so you'll have a full, custom-looking costume by the end of the course.
This course is perfect for someone who has created belly dance belts before or has taken the belt making module of my Belly Dance Costume Workshop. If you'd like to make your own Swirly Belt design, you will start with your own belt pattern, so you have to either know how to make a basic belt pattern or have one already.
If you've never made a belt before, first try the patterns provided inside the course as many past students have done so successfully. Then you can step up and create your own design!
New design added!
Curious about those 3D designs used by modern costume designers these days?
In the brand new bonus lesson, you'll learn how to craft your own trendy 3D appliques and modern belt base!
This design will seriously expand your belt design options!
Imagine this weekend you’ll be inspired to start designing your own Swirly Belt, and next month you’ll be proudly dancing in your brand new designer-looking belt on stage. Your troupemates will be like, “What!? Did you make THAT!?” ;)
So take the advantage of the special pricing & start creating by clicking the button below. Once you make a payment, you’ll receive a registration email. Click the link in the email, log into your account, and start creating today! :)
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Swirly Belt & Appliques Premium Course
One-time purchase
Includes:
- Lifetime access to the Swirly Belt and Appliques course materials (you can come back to the lessons anytime in the future!)
Perfect for those who want unlimited access to lessons & special patterns and embrace the freedom of independent learning!
$59 USD one-time payment
All-Access Membership
Monthly payment
Includes:
- Access to the entire Sparkly Belly Premium Courses library as long as you are a member
- Access to the exclusive private community where you can ask course-related questions and participate in discussions and events.
Perfect for those who want limitless design options and receive the perfect push to conquer your projects from the vibrant community!
$29 USD / month
What Other Dancers Are Saying
"Since the beginning I have created costumes but your tutorials have helped me take my creations to a more sophisticated level. The swirly belt patterns and tutorials have been so wonderful and my favorite projects so far.
I enjoyed the process and was so grateful for your hard work to source the materials and create an easy to follow instructions. "
-Sally Hedley, Instructor (Chico, CA) & Swirly Belt Student
"It was easy to follow the instructions and create my own belt and appliqués. I was suprised how simple some steps were, and how incredible photogeneric the end result is. Seriously, it is ridiculous."
-Kyria, Swirly Belt student (Read her full review on this course here! Photography by Leoniek van der Vliet)
"I can't wait to actually wear this costume and perform...
I was so happy when I finished that now I'm starting to work on another costume.
Thank you again for creating these tutorials!" - Carla
(above) A lovely Swirly Belt by Jennifer, Swirly Belt student
(above) Beautiful creations by Donna, Swirly Belt student
by Jennifer
by Laura
by Elisabeth
(photo by Hektor Werios)
"Your instructions were clear and concise. At no time during construction was I lost or confused.
The whole creative process was fun, with the finished belt being quite a bit different from the original vision.
...Thank you for this wonderful course"
- Helena, Swirly Belt student
by Nan
Denetta's daughters sporting their own Swirly Belt costumes. Her daughter (on the left) created her own and most of her sisters!
(Above) Susanne & Brenda in their gorgeous Swirly Belt costumes made by Susanne
(Above) A beautiful swirly belt with tasteful colors by Sapphire Savant (Stephanie).
"Like you, I love those Russian costumes but just don't have the funds for them. I am a big girl and a lot of times we big girls get charged extra because it takes more stones and more materials to make our costumes than for someone small like yourself." -A Swirly Belt Student
(Above) A beautiful Swirly Belt costume completed tastefully with matching accessories by Miriam
"This is my Third swirly belt. Just love ability to create a theme with these belts."
-Kashi in her gorgeous Swirly Belt and matching costume (Above)
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How do I know if this is for me?
Not sure if you’ll actually do it?
After watching the videos, I’m sure you’ll be excited to try! But if you’re unsure, all my courses come with a lenient guarantee (see below for details). So join the course now, and take your time to see if you can learn anything from it. If not, simply email me at mao@sparklybelly.com within the guaranteed time period from your purchase, and I’ll refund all your money back.
Live far away?
No problem, all the course materials are available online, so you can access them from anywhere around the world. :) Once you make a PayPal payment, you’ll receive an email to claim your purchase. Click on the link in the email, log into your account, and you’ll see “Swirly Belt Premium Course” on your Dashboard.
Worried that it may be too difficult for you?
If you are concerned about sewing, this course is the perfect project for you! There’s a very small amount of sewing required in this course (no sewing machine required), so even if sewing is not your strength, you can make this belt. :) But it does help to know how to make a simple belly dance belt or a belt pattern for yourself.
(Above) Aricelma's beautifully bright costume featuring a Swirly Belt.
Seems too expensive?
Consider what you’ll get out of this course:
- a full costume - or many costumes - that could be worth $500+ each
Plus what you'll learn:
- the secret materials
- the 5-step formula of creating a Swirly Belt
- lots of tips on avoiding mistakes and creating a professional finish
(You'll be hard-pressed to find a tutorial like this anywhere!)
I think it’s a great investment! But I understand your worries, so let me take the risk off your shoulders. If you don’t see your money’s worth, email me at mao@sparklybelly.com within the guaranteed time period (see below for details), and I’ll refund all your money back.
Any more questions? Email me at mao@sparklybelly.com :)
Backed by a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee.
As mentioned before, I’m confident about the quality of my courses but I understand your worries.
So let me take the risk off your shoulders. If you don’t like the course or if you don’t learn anything from the course, email me at mao@sparklybelly.com within 30 days of your purchase if you join the All-Access Membership or 60 days if you join this course only, and I’ll refund all your money back.
That’s how much I want you to give it a try and create awesome costumes that you feel proud of. Take your time evaluating the course for yourself. :)
So take the advantage of the special pricing by clicking the button below. You’ll make a payment on PayPal, then you’ll receive an email to claim your purchase. Click the link in the email, log into your account, and start creating! :)
Pick a Package
Swirly Belt & Appliques Premium Course
One-time purchase
Includes:
- Lifetime access to the Swirly Belt and Appliques course materials (you can come back to the lessons anytime in the future!)
Perfect for those who want unlimited access to lessons & special patterns and embrace the freedom of independent learning!
$59 USD one-time payment
All-Access Membership
Monthly payment
Includes:
- Access to the entire Sparkly Belly Premium Courses library as long as you are a member
- Access to the exclusive private community where you can ask course-related questions and participate in discussions and events.
Perfect for those who want limitless design options and receive the perfect push to conquer your projects from the vibrant community!
$29 USD / month
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