

Ring snaps are easy to recognize because they appear as just the outline of a circle on the fabric. It does not really matter if they are covered snaps or ring snaps. When apply snaps to the crotch of a leotard, the appearance of the snaps will not be that important a consideration since they will not really be visible. The spacing between the snaps is a standard spacing and may not work with the width of the dancer’s crotch since that is not a standard width by any means. While the application of snaps on tape is easy, it is not very versatile. You can also purchase snaps on fabric tape. Whichever tool you choose, you need to make sure that it will work with the snaps that you have chosen.

If you are planning on making more costumes, you might want to consider the versatility of the eyelet/snap punch which will allow you to attach snaps and also to attach eyelets. Otherwise, I would suggest the snap pliers or the eyelet/snap punch. If this is definitely a one-time use, the snap attaching tool will probably be sufficient. There are at least three different kinds of tools – there are the snap pliers, the eyelet/snap punch, and the snap attaching tool. Of course, if you use the pronged snaps, you will need a tool to attach them. While the magnetic snaps might be just fine, I am not sure I trust that they would stay closed during the constant movement when the dancer is dancing. I definitely would not use the magnetic snaps. They are not difficult to apply to the material at all. If applied properly (with the prongs going through the material and into the backing), they are the most probably the most reliable. For this project, I suggest using the pronged snaps. There are snaps that you sew on, pronged snaps and magnetic snaps. Otherwise, it could be very uncomfortable for the dancer. One of the most important things to remember is that this material will be added to the crotch so you want to use a material that is not too thick and is not scratchy. The material does not necessarily have to match the leotard but if there is any chance that it could be seen, the material should match. Some people prefer the stretch quality of Lycra and some prefer a material that does not stretch at all.

Although I like the feel and stretch of Lycra, it can be almost any material you want. Next, you will need to choose the material that you will add to the crotch. The process of attaching snaps works on any leotard. Obviously, your first choice is going to be the leotard. So, if you want to find out how to add snaps to the bottom of a leotard, this demonstration is for you. Instead, she can just unsnap the leotard from the bottom. With snaps in the crotch, the dancer does not need to undress every time they need to use the restroom. It is the perfect project for you if a little girl, or even a big girl, is going to be wearing a leotard all day. Today, I am going to show how to add snaps to the crotch of a leotard.
