One of the most confusing parts of starting your first solo dress can be understanding the layers of fabric, stiffener, and interfacing. Here’s a visual breakdown of the materials of each piece of the dress! Bodice Top: Fashion fabric(s) of choiceBottom: Base material (cotton twill or similar) The base layer gives a light structure to …
I occasionally get questions about how to dye fabric, so I thought I’d post some info and tips for anyone looking to try. I used to work as a Costume Painter/Dyer for a large local theater, so it’s something I actually know quite a bit about! Why might you need to dye anything for a …
There are many types of fabrics commonly used for Irish Dance costumes. These are a few of the most popular. Gabardine Gabardine is a great option for a non-velvet dress. It has a more matte finish which doesn’t show every wrinkle. Most gabardines are fairly sturdy, making it a great option for team costumes as …
[This post was updated in 2023.] A lot of people ask what kind of dress stiffener they should use when making a solo dress and it’s a fair question when there are so many products on the market. To start, I want to clarify what I mean when I say dress stiffener. Modern solo dresses …
