Mermaid Bra Tutorial
PHOTOGRAPHY BY STEVE PARKE
SUPPLIES
Plain blue bra
Gem-Tac or another nontoxic glue that dries clear Skewer for spreading glue
Glue gun
Glue sticks
Needle and thread
Fine blue glitter
(matching the dominant color of bra)
Jewels, crystals, appliqué, trim, sparkling faux...
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Feature Image:
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Photography by
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and ANGE HARPER
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