BoonDoggles

CRAFTS

CRAFTS FOR YOUR HOME DÉCOR
COSTUMES AND ACCESSORIES FOR MIDDLE EASTERN DANCE

BoonDoggles Crafts not only does a wide range of eclectic items (from jewelry to clay objects) but also has a costume section fondly nicknamed 'Sew BoonDoggles'.  Specializing in MEDance costumes from practice outfits to full 'bedlah' (beaded belts bra skirts and veils).  Costumes can be purchased ready-made or custom ordered. Prices depend on material and sophistication of costume style. Do it yourself  bead  supplies are for sale (especially  large quantity loose beads).

Sew BoonDoggles was started in response to my need for dance costumes and then my students requests for costumes and accessories. While I focus mainly on teaching both dance and costuming, I do have some 'ready-to-wear' stuff available mainly through my classes for those who don't have the time or expertise to make their own. 

THE BOONDOGGLE ©

'SEW BOONDOGGLES' Costume Making Series includes:
  • How to Make Your Own Dance Bra   
  • How to Make Your Own Dance Belt
  • How to Make A Basic Circle Skirt
  • How to Make Your Own Veil
  • How to Make Your Own Harem Pants
  • How to Accessorize
  • How to Make Your Own Beaded Fringe
  • How to 'Fluff' a Costume  (or  How to get a more professional look on a budget)

Lectures

  • Are You Ready for Performing?
Checklists and tests to see if you are ready perform in public. Lists of various types of venues available. Solo vs. troupe work.  Are you a 'hobbyist' or 'professional'. The harm of bad dancers. Follow-up evaluation included.
So You Want to Dance in a Restaurant!
         Hints & Tips for the beginning dancer. Examples of contracts, etc. What to ask before you start.
  • How to Teach
  • Intensive study of teaching methods and techniques. How to set up classes, etc. Examples of forms to set up your classes in a professional way. Suggested curriculums. Practice Teaching sessions.  This is a multi-part series of lectures.
Three sessions + Practice Teaching.  ($175.00 + studio rate)
  • This Business of Belly Grams with bonus 'Hospital Grams'
Tips & Techniques for a professional, well presented 'belly gram'. Set-ups, agents, etc.
  • How to Sponsor a dance class
Tips and recommendations for a well run class. Templates of forms for registration, etc.
  • Make-up and Performance Skills
For the beginner to advanced dancer. Tips and techniques to look good on stage and how to develop your dance personality.