You can sew not only a beautiful dress or skirt yourself, but also completely unexpected things, such as a bra. You don’t have to be a super master to bring the most basic type of bodice to life yourself. You should accurately select the model, prepare the necessary tools and materials, and skillfully implement all stages of the work. The most important thing in the modeling process is the bra pattern. If this stage is done correctly, the product will turn out neat, beautiful, comfortable and unique.
Materials and tools
In order to sew this underwear item, you need to prepare the necessary tools and suitable materials. You must take the following devices:
- A measuring tape to take measurements.
- Pencil and paper to create the pattern.
- Scissors and safety pins.
- An awl for preparing holes for bones (if the model requires them).
- Needle and thread for basting.
- Sewing machine for the final stage of work.
Next, you should select the material and fittings for the bras - bones, fasteners, length adjusters, elastic straps. A real master always chooses high-quality parts, so you should be careful when choosing. Only after preparing everything you need should you start sewing the bra.
How to choose
Before sewing a bra, you need to choose the right material. The choice should be based on the conditions and circumstances in which the item will be used. There are many options that will be ideal for this type of underwear:
- For nursing mothers, allergy sufferers and elderly ladies, it is better to make the item from cotton.
- Microfiber and elastane are suitable for making everyday items for the average girl or woman.
- Satin and chiffon are more “festive” types of fabric, so they are mainly suitable for formal occasions.
- Silk, lace, chiffon can be used to sew sexy lingerie, which is used to seduce the chosen one.
Please note! It is advisable to use only natural material for sewing the product. This will help to avoid allergic reactions, irritations and prickly heat.
Often, several material options are combined within one product. This makes the item universal, beautiful, comfortable and safe at the same time.
Types and models
Depending on age and preferences, you can choose a type of bra that will help correct the imperfections of the breast shape. You also need to choose an item of underwear in accordance with the style and model of your outerwear. The most popular types and models of bras:
- Bralette. The model is a version without fasteners, elastic straps and unnecessary accessories. It is usually made of high-quality lace and is fixed with ties.
- Front closure - suitable for women whose breasts are located far apart. The model usually has a wide back strap for better support.
- Bandeau. A version of the product with removable bones. Relevant for wearing in the summer. This bra is equipped with silicone inserts and a wide strip for better fixation.
- Bra with open breast gland. This type allows you to support the breasts from below, while exposing a large area of this part of the body. An ideal option for open models of dresses and blouses.
- A silicone bra is a sticker made of the stated type of material that can correct the shape of a body part without providing support.
- A deep-cut bra is a more comfortable alternative to silicone pads. The cups in the front are connected to each other far below the décolleté area.
- A bra with bones is the most popular type among all the variety of this product. At the bottom, the cups are framed with a bone that holds the breasts and gives them the correct shape.
- Demi-bra is an option for girls with small breasts. Half-open cups and shortened bones visually correct the lack of volume.
- Push-up is the most popular model, as it helps to increase the size of the breasts and favorably emphasize the décolleté area. At the bottom of the cup there is a voluminous soft insert, occupying almost half of the space.
- Bust with filler. Foam rubber is used as a base. A relevant type for correcting irregular breast shape and asymmetry.
- Petite-bra is a model in which all parts are shortened - bones, cup height. The remaining parts are made of silk and lace.
- The underwire top is designed for sports and active women. Some models of this type are used as nursing bras.
In addition, there are many designer types of products: bustier and grace, bra with a cup made of several parts. The modeling seamless bra, minimizer and transformer remain relevant.
Construction of the pattern
The bra pattern begins with construction. This stage is considered quite difficult for beginner needlewomen. There are many nuances here.
Important! For each bust model, an individual pattern construction option is used.
It is essential to follow the step-by-step algorithm, in which the construction will be described in the smallest detail.
How to make a bralette pattern
To sew a bra with your own hands, namely a bralette, you need to properly prepare a pattern. To do this, you will need paper, a pencil, a measuring tape and scissors. First, you need to take measurements, which are immediately transferred to paper:
- From the middle of the chest to the side under the chest. Divide the resulting figure in half and put it off from the edge of the sheet.
- Measure the distance from the nipple to the bottom of the chest. Put the resulting figure perpendicular to the end point of the first designation.
- The third point determines the height of the cup. Usually 13-18 cm is taken. The point is set perpendicular to the very first mark.
- Connect three points with a ruler. To remove the sharp angle, rounding is done.
At this stage, the construction of the pattern is completed. This is the basis that will be used to sew the bust.
Bra with cup
To prepare the parts for making a bra with a cup, it is worth using the following drawing:
Don't forget about the lower dart, which is formed by constructing the correct dart. There is a simpler option - in accordance with the measurements taken (you can use the option for bralettes) make a triangle, which will become the basis of the cup.
Model without bones
In this version, the pattern can be formed according to the same principle as a bra with a cup. Here it is important to correctly prepare the parts that will fix the product under the chest and the back strip. Approximate version of the pattern construction (it is necessary to enter individual measurements):
There are many models and types of bras that shape the breasts without using underwire. So first you should decide on the type of product.
How to determine your cup size
The bra cup pattern is made only after the cup size has been determined. To do this, you need to do the following:
- Take measurements of the chest circumference under the bust.
- Determine the chest circumference through the highest point of the mammary gland.
- Subtract the first parameter from the second one - this is the cup size.
This definition of the value is considered the simplest and most universal. The error is so small that it is almost impossible to make a mistake.
There is another more complicated option, you need to take measurements from the mammary gland - the distance from the nipple up, down and to the side. Determine the distance from the center of the chest to the side and much more. And then use the method of long-term calculations to get the result. This method is used in factories and by professional tailors.
How to modify a basic pattern
In the process of constructing the basis, sometimes some nuances that may relate to a particular model of the item are not taken into account. Therefore, the basic pattern of the bra can be adjusted, and therefore changed. First, you need to determine whether it is possible to make something else from the finished sketch, modifying the parameters, shape. Then a new version is prepared.
Sewing
Sewing a bra is done in several main stages. They are not complicated in themselves, since preparing a pattern is much more complicated. The technological principle of manufacturing is carried out using only sewing tools.
Instructions on how to sew a bra with your own hands step by step:
- Place the paper pattern pieces onto the fabric.
- Secure the cellulose pieces to the fabric using safety pins.
- Cut out elements from the fabric - these are patterns ready for sewing.
- Next, all the parts are gradually and, most importantly, sequentially sewn together.
- Equip the product with the necessary fittings.
The final stage will be checking all the seams, cutting off protruding threads and trying on the finished item.
Processing technology
Sewing a bra with your own hands involves not only preparing a pattern and knowing the sequence of manufacturing stages, but also the correct technology for processing the details of the item. Unique technology for processing all the details:
- Using a needle and thread, make a light basting so that you can immediately assess the appearance of the product and correct any imperfections.
- In the middle, the halves of the cups need to be sewn together using a zigzag stitch.
- The side and bottom parts of the future cup do not need to be sewn or processed yet. When the foam rubber, push-up and bones are already installed, then the edges of the part can be sewn with a zigzag stitch.
- Next, the cuts are processed. It is worth using the same zigzag stitch.
- Then all the parts are connected with safety pins and sewn together.
- Then the loops are prepared, which will serve as the basis for the straps.
Decorating with beautiful fabrics or lace is done. Preparation of such elements is done in accordance with the recommendations regarding the individual composition of the material.
Recommendations
In order for the finished bra to support the breasts well, you need to know just a few secrets regarding taking measurements, as well as making individual parts of the product:
- Measurements must be taken on a naked body. Taking measurements in clothes can give you incorrect results.
- When constructing a pattern, do not forget about seam allowances. If you have no experience, you should leave about 1 centimeter.
- To sew the product correctly, you can make a rough version. To do this, use ready-made patterns cut out on unnecessary fabric. The details should be basted and tried on. This will help to adjust the final model and work on the mistakes.
- Before actual work, it is recommended to decatize the fabric. This will help to avoid shrinkage of the linen after washing.
When sewing a bodice from lace material, pay attention to the placement of the lace and the degree of its deformation.
Every woman loves beautiful and high-quality underwear. But a bra serves not only as protection from contact with clothing, but also as a modeling item. To get an original, beautiful, high-quality and universal option, you can sew the product yourself. The manufacturing process is not difficult, problems may arise only with the construction of the pattern.
