Things You'll Need:
- Machine to Add the Stones
- Leotard
- Rhinestones, Studs and Gemstones
- Tulle
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Step 1
Find a leotard. The leotard can be your big sister's old one, a leftover dress up outfit or an inexpensive leotard from a local department store. Choose the color that will show off the gems the best.
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Step 2
Purchase enough tulle, bathing suit material or other material to make a tutu type skirt. Determine the use of the ice skating costume. If it is for ice dancing, a longer skirt will look best. If it is for a practice outfit, keep the skirt short for maximum movement. The fabric can be bought at discount fabric stores or from a low-cost superstore. You can also use leftover fabric from your last costume project.
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Step 3
Attach the skirt to the leotard with needle and thread. A sewing machine could be used. An imperfection in the stitching can be covered up later with decorations.
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Step 4
Purchase or borrow a machine that will attach stones and gems to the costume. For example, Gem Magic is easy to use and inexpensive to purchase.
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Step 5
Create a pattern for the gems and then attach the gems in the correct location.
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Step 6
Add bows and ribbons to the waist to cover where the skirt and the leotard connect.
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Step 7
Add a soft translucent fabric to the arms of the leotard if you want more of a short sleeve on the costume.
