How to Sew a Bra.

Name: How to Sew a Bra.
Rating: 4.7 (13 reviews)

Bra making for beginners.

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Created byMary Murinyu

Last updated 8/2022

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What you'll learn

In this course you will learn how to make a simple wireless bra, as a beginner and taking body measurement correctly.
You will learn the material needed for this project e.g. fabric and elastics.
You will also learn to draft the pattern from scratch and learn all the basics of bra construction.
At the end of this course you will own a pair of bra with your sense of style.

Course content

1 section • 10 lectures • 47m total length

Introduction0:32
Learn to draft bra patterns, take accurate body measurements, and choose fabrics to complete your project, starting with lesson one on taking your own body measurements.
Body Measurement.2:09
Measure your bust circumference accurately with a measuring tape while standing in front of a mirror. Draft a pattern using the bust round measurement to ensure the pattern fits well.
Sewing material.2:24
Gather power mesh, fabric, lace with one-way and limited stretch, pocket elastic, fold over elastic, strap elastic, rings and sliders, hook and eye, and channeling to craft a wireless bra.
Bra Cup Drafting.7:50
Draft bra cups from a quarter bust measurement, forming a square and four subdivisions, then shape bottom and top caps with curves for armhole and add notches for fabric cutting.
Drafting Bra frame.8:05
Draft the bra frame by tracing cup outlines from a quarter bust measurement, mark the center, shape the bottom and top cups, and add elastic casing and seam allowances.
Cutting pattern on fabric and sewing Bra Cup.5:44
Cut bra cup and band pieces from fabric folded in half with one-way stretch lace, cut lining without stretch, cradle the cup, sew with 0.5 seam allowance, topstitch for finish.
Sewing Bra Cup on frame.4:50
Attach cups to the frame with the right side facing, pin the curve, and sew with a 0.5 seam allowance using a straight stitch; then add channelling, band, and elastic.
Attaching elastic and bra channeling.12:24
Learn to attach elastic to the bra waist and neckline with channeling, sew with zigzag stitches, trim excess, install rings and straps, assemble the band, and finish by attaching hook.
Attaching the hook and Eye.3:32
Attach the hook and eye to the bra band by measuring a 1.5 inch piece, cutting, aligning on both sides, and hand stitching before sewing on the machine.
Conclusion.0:22
Celebrate finishing the bra sewing course, invite testers to try on the patent, share feedback, and rate the course.

Requirements

Sewing Machine, Pencil, Pattern paper ,Eraser, Ruler and measuring tape.

Description

In this course you will learn how to make a wireless bra using your own body measurement, type of fabric required which will be a mix of stretch and non-stretch material to stabilize the bra cups and give support to the bust.

Pattern drafting: includes drafting the upper and lower cup, frame or cradle and bra band.

Bra construction: includes assembling bra cups, , sewing bra channeling, assembling bra straps and You will also learn different size of elastic how to sew a decorative elastic from the armhole round and Bra neck line.

Just as an artist look at the beautiful sun and is inspired to make the most amazing painting. This course is also perfect if you are a beginner and want to start making your own lingerie that fit your body. In this course you too will be able to draw of the basic skills taught to make wireless Bras and design your own unique styles, me as your instructor will be able to guide you every step of the way. Use the message function if you feel stuck or you need help with a new design you want to invent. So happy sewing and breaking off that sweat with your self made wireless Bra

Who this course is for:

Beginner Friendly