To make a D-ring fabric belt, you need 2 D rings or 2 Oval rings of the same size and a fabric piece with the length equalling Waist round + 10 to 15 inch extra. For other types of belts cut fabric extra 10 inches to 20 inches for overlap, tying etc.
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For normal snap fastened belts cut out fabric piece of length equals this measure plus 5 inches extra (for seam allowance and overlap). Measure around the area where you will be wearing the belt.
What I do is to draw out a thread in the cross wise direction and cut through the space and then align the fabric by the selvedges to get the lengthwise grain correct. You can checkout this post on the ways to correct the grain of the fabric. Also, ensure that the grainline of the fabric is maintained when cutting to prevent twisting later.
You do not want a belt that stretches out of proportion or twist. Lengthwise grain does not stretch as much as the crosswise grain or the bias grain. When you cut fabric for belts, always cut fabric on the lengthwise grain ie parallel to the selvedge. C hoose a novelty fabric for eye catching effect.
You can make belts that complement your dress or even match it with the other accessories you are wearing. You can make a beautiful belt by yourself with fabric you already have in your stash and transform the most ordinary dress. If you have had enough of the unimgainative leather belts, you can go into the DIY territory and design yourself a beautiful eye catching belt with fabric scraps you have around. Any plain dress, skirt or pants can have an instant transformation worth a “wow” with a beautiful belt.
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