Crescent Collection - a bra, corset & skirt pattern
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This compendium of three patterns is a curated collection comprising of a bra, a corset and a skirt that are based on interlocking crescent shapes. They complement each other perfectly and offer extremely good value for money. Intermediate to advanced level recommended.
THE BRA
The bra is an under-wired two layered construction. In order for the shapes to keep a certain rigidity, a strong outer fabric similar to corsetry fabric coutil is recommended. The inner lining is a standard three-panel cup that can be used as a design in its own right, so it is essentially a two-in-one design
This is available in small - medium sizes (UK) 34AA, 32A, 30B, 36AA, 34A, 32B, 30C, 38AA, 36A, 34B, 32C, 30D, 38A, 36B, 34C, 32D, 30DD, 40A, 38B, 36C, 34D, 32DD, 42A, 40B, 38C, 36D, 34DD, 44A, 42B, 40C, 38D, 36DD, 44B, 42C, 40D, 38DD, 36E, 34E, 32E. No seam allowances are included - the pattern should be traced on to paper and seam allowances added. This gives you the flexibility to add your preferred seam allowance - I recommend 8mm however some makers use 6mm or 10mm. A short tutorial showing how to add seam allowances can be found here; https://youtu.be/BYzz99UW938
For those experienced in bra making and knowledgeable about grading I have made use of the uneven grade charts to offer a finer level of sizing. In a nutshell this means there are a larger number of size variables to this pattern. Above a cup size D most commercial bras will increase by too high a step and sister sizing doesn't quite work for everybody. If you still do not fit the size chart (frame/band/cup variables) given with this pattern, information is given as to how a particular frame/band can be altered to be paired with differing size cups. The cups are sized using the bottom cup measurement. I really want makers who use my pattern to think about the size and shape of the breast and use the direct measurements to result in a perfect fitting bra, rather than picking their usual bra size. You can read in my blog here how I went about making myself a perfect fitting bra; https://www.corsetsbycaroline.co.uk/blog/
Skill level - intermediate to advanced; there are step by step instructions but some knowledge of bra making would definitely be useful!
Note - the band was drafted with a 10% reduction for stretch - this is assuming a strong elastic will be used so if your elastic is not particularly strong, or you are in-between sizes, go down a size rather than up.
This pattern is available as an instant download - you will need to print out on size letter (A) or A4 paper making sure actual size and centre the print is ticked in your print dialogue box.
THE CORSET
The corset is an under-bust that cleverly uses swirling crescent panels to give it its shape. Not for the faint-hearted! See the photo for sizes.
THE SKIRT
This is an unusual striking skirt design that uses swirling panels for shaping - there are no darts. Each side comprises 5 panels (2 are cut on the fold). There is a crescent shaped panel that swoops to a point at the front - using different fabrics can make unusual juxtapositions. Note - it is a little fiddly and fabrics that are less likely to fray are preferential - hence it is classified as an intermediate level in terms of sewing skills!
Sizes:
Small - size UK 8 (US) 4 - waist 24'', hip 31''
Medium - size UK 12 (US 6) - waist 28'', hip 35''
Large - size UK 16 (US 14) - waist 32'', hip 39''
Extra large - size 20 (US 18) - waist 36'', hip 43''
It is recommended that you make a toile to check the fit of the pattern. Full instructions are given.
Please take a look at my website www.corsetsbycaroline.co.uk where I have lots of information about corset making and where it is more cost-effective to buy this design (non EU countries only sorry).
There are no restrictions on the use of this pattern - use to your heart's content. I simply ask that you don't pass on the file or use it to, say, profit from a line of ready-to-wear bras.
THE BRA
The bra is an under-wired two layered construction. In order for the shapes to keep a certain rigidity, a strong outer fabric similar to corsetry fabric coutil is recommended. The inner lining is a standard three-panel cup that can be used as a design in its own right, so it is essentially a two-in-one design
This is available in small - medium sizes (UK) 34AA, 32A, 30B, 36AA, 34A, 32B, 30C, 38AA, 36A, 34B, 32C, 30D, 38A, 36B, 34C, 32D, 30DD, 40A, 38B, 36C, 34D, 32DD, 42A, 40B, 38C, 36D, 34DD, 44A, 42B, 40C, 38D, 36DD, 44B, 42C, 40D, 38DD, 36E, 34E, 32E. No seam allowances are included - the pattern should be traced on to paper and seam allowances added. This gives you the flexibility to add your preferred seam allowance - I recommend 8mm however some makers use 6mm or 10mm. A short tutorial showing how to add seam allowances can be found here; https://youtu.be/BYzz99UW938
For those experienced in bra making and knowledgeable about grading I have made use of the uneven grade charts to offer a finer level of sizing. In a nutshell this means there are a larger number of size variables to this pattern. Above a cup size D most commercial bras will increase by too high a step and sister sizing doesn't quite work for everybody. If you still do not fit the size chart (frame/band/cup variables) given with this pattern, information is given as to how a particular frame/band can be altered to be paired with differing size cups. The cups are sized using the bottom cup measurement. I really want makers who use my pattern to think about the size and shape of the breast and use the direct measurements to result in a perfect fitting bra, rather than picking their usual bra size. You can read in my blog here how I went about making myself a perfect fitting bra; https://www.corsetsbycaroline.co.uk/blog/
Skill level - intermediate to advanced; there are step by step instructions but some knowledge of bra making would definitely be useful!
Note - the band was drafted with a 10% reduction for stretch - this is assuming a strong elastic will be used so if your elastic is not particularly strong, or you are in-between sizes, go down a size rather than up.
This pattern is available as an instant download - you will need to print out on size letter (A) or A4 paper making sure actual size and centre the print is ticked in your print dialogue box.
THE CORSET
The corset is an under-bust that cleverly uses swirling crescent panels to give it its shape. Not for the faint-hearted! See the photo for sizes.
THE SKIRT
This is an unusual striking skirt design that uses swirling panels for shaping - there are no darts. Each side comprises 5 panels (2 are cut on the fold). There is a crescent shaped panel that swoops to a point at the front - using different fabrics can make unusual juxtapositions. Note - it is a little fiddly and fabrics that are less likely to fray are preferential - hence it is classified as an intermediate level in terms of sewing skills!
Sizes:
Small - size UK 8 (US) 4 - waist 24'', hip 31''
Medium - size UK 12 (US 6) - waist 28'', hip 35''
Large - size UK 16 (US 14) - waist 32'', hip 39''
Extra large - size 20 (US 18) - waist 36'', hip 43''
It is recommended that you make a toile to check the fit of the pattern. Full instructions are given.
Please take a look at my website www.corsetsbycaroline.co.uk where I have lots of information about corset making and where it is more cost-effective to buy this design (non EU countries only sorry).
There are no restrictions on the use of this pattern - use to your heart's content. I simply ask that you don't pass on the file or use it to, say, profit from a line of ready-to-wear bras.
