Has anyone successfully made a bra from Packet 1003? How does the back band attatch to the cups? When I matched up the markings, the band attached at such a strange angle that the bra would fasten in back about an inch above the waist of my jeans. It can't be right, but I don't see any other way to attach the band.

Also, how are the raw edges finished at the top and bottom edges of the bra? Is the entire bra lined, or should I turn under a 5/8" hem all around? It would be awkward to hem it because of the shape of the pieces. Does anyone know where I can find instructions to make the bra?

DonnaGee

Let me try and answer some of your questions.

A bra is a very curvy set of pattern pieces. It would be to your advantage to change the seam allowance(options> General pattern settings) to 1/4 inch instead of 5/8ths. This will sew together easier without the bulk which you will have to trim away later.

Fabrics, a lingerie quality stretch satin for the cup and a bra spandex ( power net) for the backs, and a commercial clasp hook and eye system for closure. Bra supplies are available on line.

Sewing order:
Sew the cup top to bottom half.attach the bridge and two cups.
attach the backs to the cups
check fit! Attach the closure to the back pieces
check fit! attach the straps.
Kaaren

This message has been edited. Last edited by: Kaaren Hoback,

Wow that left half of it off that first reply.
Lingerie elastic is applied to the powernet backs along the top edge this includes the underarm area of the cup. Wider elastic is added to the backs bottom edge. Cups are usually LINED. So both the outside and inside are "finished". Kaaren

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