DIY Lingerie

Step 2 Create Pattern

I have to say I have studied the store bought lingerie items closely before venturing onto this path. I looked at details like how the seams were made, identifying exactly what stitches are used, while trying to see in what order those seams can be made. I was inspired for this project by a store bought bra I really like. So I pictured everything in my mind first and drafted out the pattern myself, with the example bra next to me.

Create your pattern based on your favorite bra and cut out your fabric.

Although lace was the first option for bra, I decided to go with a stretch sheer tulle fabric. The fabric was leftover from sewing a cocktail top and skirt. After carefully placing the pattern over the fabric, in respect to the grain line, marking and sewing the center pleats, the next step is to attach the elastic.

Comments

[la]

this is cool! there is definitely technology involved in lingerie: serious engineering required for all that structural support and defying of gravity...!

[hohum]

I like gravity