The second set is made using Jalie patterns. I just found out that Jalie patterns are also available in PDF. How did I not know this?? Anyway I quickly went ahead to buy several patterns.
Watson Bra Pattern Pdf Freel
The bra pattern is Jalie 3131, it is a bra and camisole patterns in 17 sizes. In Jalie patterns, you pick the band pattern according to the underbust size and the cups pattern according to the full bust size. My underbust falls to size Q, and coincidentally my full bust is also size Q.
The panties pattern is Jalie 3242, it includes 6 underwear patterns for men, women, and children in 29 sizes. you can make underwear for the whole big family just using this one pattern. I also made size Q for this underwear, but it feels a bit too snug. So next time I will make size R.
The instructions for both patterns are very good with diagrams and step by step instructions. You can even watch this video on how to sew the Jalie bra. I also like that Jalie patterns have suggested elastic length for every part that needs it. The bra cups and bridge are lined with powernet and all the seams inside are enclosed between the fabric and the lining.
I also recommend grabbing a kit if you're new to bra making since there are so many small pieces you need to collect. I started with one of Blackbird's full kits for my first bra, and since I'm kind of busy and don't have a ton of time, nor the desire, to trawl websites looking for matching components, I ordered a findings kit and strapping from Caroline for this one as well. The lace I ordered from Etsy, just searched "stretch lace" and this came up in a color I liked. It's definitely not the highest of quality, but it's cute and it got the job done. Since I didn't do a muslin for this pattern I didn't want to spend a lot on lace in case it didn't work out.
There are so many bra patterns out there right now, it's really exciting. I currently have all the supplies for the Marlborough, I just need to find time to make it happen. Have you guys tried bra-making? What patterns have you tried? Any great places to find fabrics? Spill it!
In general, I stuck with soft bra patterns that are popular and well-loved by the bra making community. This is so you can find further information in the form of tutorials or blog posts on any of the bra patterns you choose to google. This also means that the Instagram hashtags are populated with photos of completed bra projects by other makers, which should give you plenty of inspiration for your own bra making projects.
There are more and mores soft bra patterns coming out each year, but this list should be sufficient to get you started. In the near future, I will probably publish another list with the newer patterns. Happy Sewing!
Clear Instructions?Yes! This would make a great first pattern for a beginner bra maker. Choosing which size to make based on the instructions is pretty simple. The instructions provide lots of extra tips and the formatting and diagrams are really clear.
Accurate materials list ?Yes the quantities given are fair, although I think the amount of powernet is overly generous. The width of elastics and notions required are different between the 2 sets of pattern sizes.
Matching set potential?View C requires a stretch lace so that would be very easy to use in making matching briefs. The other views require a stable fabric such as tulle or satin so you would need to work out how to incorporate a woven fabric into underwear. A couple of my favourite patterns for this are the Grace by Ohhh Lulu or the Marie by Evie la Luve. Hopefully Rubies Bras second pattern is one for a matching bottom to the Sahaara - hint, hint! Variation possibilities?With the three different views and the longline adaption you could certainly create a number of different looking bras. I'm not sure with the two piece, triangular cup that you could create many pattern hacks for more variety but there are plenty of creative people out there who may prove me wrong.Conclusion:I think this is a pattern that nicely fills a gap in the market. This style of bra/bralette is usually created for stretch fabrics so having a pattern that uses stable wovens is a nice addition to my pattern collection. This, plus the size inclusivity, makes it a great pattern.
I have a few backlogged projects to talk about this month. First up are my second and third Watson bras (I made my first version in sheer purple mesh). I am growing pretty obsessed with this pattern. It can be a struggle to get properly dressed every morning, and putting on a structured under-wired bra just to sit at my computer all day makes me feel like this:
Yay! I'm obsessed with the Black Beauty Bra from Emerald Erin. It's so good and the first bra I've made that I didn't have to alter the pattern in any way. I have sewn the Marlborough bra (Orange Lingerie) and the Harriet bra (Cloth Habit) but by far my favorite is the Black Beauty Bra. The Marlborough's power bar hits me in a weird spot and I had to alter the cups for more fullness. I may try the Harriet again as a foam-lined bra to see if I like it better.
I found that the pattern gave me fairly perky (for their size), slightly pointy breasts. The final bra was definitely supportive. I know that Anne will also support via email if you purchase/use her patterns.
One of the most popular bra patterns of the past year has been the Cloth Habit Watson bra, which is a soft bra with no underwires. Not designed to provide a significant amount of bust support, the Watson is available only in sizes up to 40D, although the smaller band sizes do have some larger cup size options. Granted, most of us with larger cup sizes prefer more support than the Watson provides, but I know that there are definitely times when wearing a light support bra around the house would be nice. I did manage to find two soft bra patterns that are available in large size ranges.
This is a great round-up. Wondered if anyone who has bra-making experience can comment on the cup size up / band size down grading ie that the cup on eg a 36b is the same as a 34c? I ask because I am a UK 34 H (which I guess must be a US 34J as we in the UK have ff and gg sizes) and wondered if I could use a 38H cup pattern with a 34 band?
I just checked her etsy shop, and found two patterns that meet that description (CUPL16 and EFG40), and another in smaller cup range that is made for 38 to 44 band sizes (BHL15). Her blog ( ) also offers a lot of information/tutorials related to lingerie making.
I'm on the hunt for garment testers in the following sizes: 30-32" and 50"-58" full bust circumference. If you're keen to test knit some garment patterns, give me a yell. I do all my testing on Slack, a free platform, and it works really well. You'll be knitting my draft patterns and checking for errors and improvements to fit so good attention to detail is essential. You don't have to be an expert knitter, but do need to be comfortable working to a deadline.
This listing is for a digital file, not a physical item. This tutorial includes detailed step by step instructions and pictures to make all variations listed. Pattern pieces are all computer drawn with the exception of square or rectangle pattern pieces, those are listed in a cutting chart to save you paper & ink.
Used this pattern to make a fall dress for my 3-year-old granddaughter, using the high back option and no flutters. It came together quickly; instructions were good. I love the big pockets and option for contrasting fabric in the pocket insert.
I hope to encourage bramaking to anyone willing to sew and if you do, I recommend starting with this pattern. I need to make-up for the bra-making challenge because I did miss a week so I should be making two more in the next couple of days. What do you think? Willing to try?
The recent revival in apparel sewing has given rise to a new generation of sewists, and a new crop of sewing pattern designers has emerged to meet this demand. Often labeled independent pattern makers (to distinguish them from the Big Four pattern brands of McCalls, Butterick, Vogue, and Simplicity), these independent pattern makers have captivated our imagination. Are they fashion designers? Technical whizzes? Project Runway winners? How did they get started, and what can their trajectories tell us about what it takes to become a skilled pattern maker?
Jenny basically had no prior experience or education related to pattern making. To compensate for lacking the technical expertise required for pattern drafting, she teamed up with a pattern maker to execute her creative vision. Although Jenny acknowledges that technical expertise is important, she advises aspirational designers to focus on the needs of their target market.
Erin currently offers five patterns, which are all available in PDF. Her Conifer Skirt is also available in print, and she has plans to offer more print patterns in the future. She currently considers pattern design to be her full time job; however she does some outside work to support herself as she grows her business.
As for the technical aspects of pattern making, Taylor taught himself through a combination of books, the internet, and a local mentor in his hometown of Nashville, Tennessee. These days, in addition to his PDF patterns, he also has a small online shop for bag making and jeans supplies. While his primary job is as a web designer, he hopes to expand his pattern and supply offerings in the near future.
Amy currently offers the Watson Bra and Bikini pattern for sale, along with a free underwear pattern. She is working on expanding her pattern offerings and is also creating an online bra-making course.
The Bunka Fashion Series. A series of Japanese pattern drafting textbooks; the first book covers the fundamentals of garment design, subsequent books take the reader through a deep dive on specific garment types, from blouses to pants to coats and capes. 2ff7e9595c
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