Folkwear 144 Belly Dancer Outfit

Buy the 144 Belly Dancer Outfit sewing pattern from Folkwear. This pattern is the perfect starting point for creating your own stunning style. Layer the Coin Bra on top of the Choli, the Tassel Belt and Hip Shawl on top of the Ten-Yard Skirt and Pantaloons.

The Choli is a fitted backless top that ties in the back. It has short sleeves and underarm gussets that provide ease of movement for dancing. The Pantaloons feature voluminous legs that help hold out the skirt and pleat into a narrow hip band. The Ten-Yard Skirt is a three tier garment that is truly ten yards around at the hem. It's easy to make from a single rectangle of fabric and is swishy, lofty, and perfect for dancing. On top of the three foundation garments, you can wear the Hip Shawl, Tassel Belt, and Coin Bra.

Pattern pieces are included for the Choli only. Cutting diagrams are provided for the other garments (no pattern pieces needed), as well as complete instructions for garment assembly, fringe- and tassel-making, and embellishment.

This sewing pattern is available to buy in the following formats:

– PDF (available to download immediately after purchase). What is a PDF?

– PDF pattern + Printed A0 copy shop (We print out the A0 pattern sheets, but you’ll need to download the digital instructions, as we don’t print these. The PDF files will be emailed immediately after purchase, and the A0 pattern sheets will be dispatched next working day). Choli only. What is Copy Shop?

Fabric requirements: 

Choli with band: 45" (115 cm) wide fabric: 1 3/4 - 2 1/4 yd (1.6 - 2.1 m) // 60" (150 cm) wide fabric: 1 - 2 1/4 yd (0.95 - 2.1 m).

Choli without band: 45" (115 cm) wide fabric: 1 1/2 yd (1.4 m) // 60" (150 cm) wide fabric: 7/8 - 1 yd (0.8 - 0.95 m).

Pantaloons: 45" (115 cm) wide fabric: 4 yd (3.7 m) for legs and 1 yd (0.95 m) for hip band.

Ten-Yard Skirt: 45" (115 cm) wide fabric: 8 yd (7.4 m).

Hip Shawl: 45" (115 cm) wide fabric: 1 1/8 yd (1.05 m).

Sizing: S - 2XL (approx. UK 6/8 - 24/26) with B, C, and D cups for the Choli. Other garments are gathered or tied to fit. Please check the size chart and finished garment measurements.

Notions: Choli: Thread; ribbon for ties and for tie band if you are not making self-fabric band // Pantaloons: Thread; 1/2" (12 mm) elastic // Ten-Yard Skirt: Thread; 1/2" (12 mm) elastic; 10 1/8 yd (9.2 m) decorative braid or contrast band for hem edge (optional) // Hip Shawl: Thread; purchased fringe or cord for making custom fringe // Tassel Belt: Decorative textile or piece of sturdy fabric for belt front and assorted pieces for other belt parts; worsted wool or acrylic knitting yarn for making tassels; tapestry needle and sturdy thread; assorted ornaments // Coin Bra: Thread; buckram costumers' bra cups or purchased bra; assorted coins and other ornaments.

PDF pattern includes: Instructions; print-at-home pattern; 36″ wide copy shop file; A0 copy shop file.

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