Bra making tutorial

Tracing and adding the seam allowances to a bra pattern.

This summer I have planned a few foam-lined bras for my wardrobe. One of these is going to be strapless style I can wear comfortably underneath my low-backed tops and dresses. Comfort being a key word, because I have never found a strapless that doesn't make me squeam. I like using foam linings when I want a supporting bra but also want to use an outside cup fabric that's really light or stretchy. For example, I made these bras from rayon jersey scraps because I loved the print, and the foam…

I've been fairly quiet for two reasons. One is I haven't felt like blogging and the other is because I am on another bra-making binge. I've sewn at least six bras with only one fitting. That is a complete bummer. If you don't already know, You have to nearly complete the bra before you can try it on. Of course by then it's too late to make alterations. I've used up a fair amount of supplies and I'm desperately in need. All is not lost. I've made an amazing discovery and I hope this discovery…

Learn how to make a bra with a foam cup lining! In this 3-part tutorial, you'll learn how to make a bra with a seamed foam lining. Many of these techniques can be used for adding foam to swimsuit cups, too! The pattern I used for demonstration was a custom drafted pattern, but these techniques work for any full-band bra. (To read about the difference between full band and partial band bras, see my article on Bra Anatomy.) Photo is of one of my sets--a foam-lined bra and the Ladyshorts. Intro…

One of the most satisfying and useful things to be able to make yourself is a bra. This is especially true if you take a larger or ‘awkward’ size, and have trouble finding attractive and well-fitting bras in the shops. This week, I’ll be showing you how to sew a bra from scratch at home. Today, I’ll be showing you one way to draft your own custom-fit bra pattern

Do you have a worn out bra that you love? Deconstruct it and turn it into a sewing pattern so you can make your own well-fitting bras.

Welcome fellow bra and lingerie sewing enthusiasts! This page lists shops around the world that sell lingerie supplies with a focus on bra making. What you can find here: Shops that offer international shipping. Shops that carry supplies (fabric, notions) for making lingerie and bras. It isn't a resource for bra patterns and I don't include them here. Disclaimer: Cloth Habit is not affiliated with any of the shops on this page and there are no affiliate or sponsored links. My experience with…

I will never buy a bra again, and here is what I do instead! This video is all about the ultimate fashion hack: DIY bras. #DIYBras #LingerieRevolution #BraMaking #SustainableFashion #FashionDIY #CustomBras

#shortsThis is how I make my own foam cups:- I am using 4 mm thick bra making foam- I trim off the seam allowances (except the underwire lines) for the foam ...

Bra making the easy way with this simple, bra refashion DIY tutorial. Makeover your old bras into sexy, lace ones with this creative guide....