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Introduction

 welcome!

Introduction to the course and your instructor.

 materials & supplies

Sourcing materials and supplies.

Class discussion here.

Week One

 1. an overview of bra design

An overview of bra design and style. Collect inspirations for your bra projects.

 2. pattern & measurements

Get to know the class pattern and take a few key measurements you’ll need for fitting.

 3. making a test cup

Make and fit a test cup, a quick and easy fitting tool.

 4. fitting an underwire

Fit and choose underwires using your test cup.

 5. fabric prep and cutting a test bra

Learn the basics of bra cutting and cut out a test bra.

 6. basting a test bra

Techniques for quickly basting together a test bra and assessing its fit.

Things you want to check for here: cup volume, strap length, band fit, wire shape.

Week Two

 7. styles of bra pattern design

Learn about the basic styles of bra patterns and how the different elements work together.

 8. bra sewing techniques

Sewing without pins! Make and fit a test cup, a quick and easy fitting tool.

 9. creating bra straps

Make and fit a test cup, a quick and easy fitting tool.

 10. assembling the frame

Techniques for quickly basting together a test bra and assessing its fit.

 11. assembling the cups

Make and fit a test cup, a quick and easy fitting tool.

Week Three

 12. sewing in bra cups and adding elastic

Learn about the different ways a bra can fit and how style affects shape and fit.

 13. sewing in channeling

Sew in channeling and finish elastic.

 14. adding straps and hook & eye

Techniques for quickly basting together a test bra and assessing its fit.

 15. testing the fit

Learn the best way to put on a bra (without bending your wires!) and do a fit check.

 16. principles of bra fit

Learn about the different ways a bra can fit and how style affects shape and fit.

Week Four

 17 / Pattern Alteration Basics

Learn the basics of pattern adjustments, including good practices for working from seam lines and adding seam allowances.

 18 / strap and bridge alterations

Learn about the different ways a bra can fit and how style affects shape and fit.

 19 / band alterations

Sew in channeling and finish elastic.

 20 / cup alterations

Techniques for quickly basting together a test bra and assessing its fit.

 21 / cutting underwires

Learn the best way to put on a bra (without bending your wires!) and do a quick fit check.

Week Five

 22 / Cup Shape, Breast Shape

Learn the basics of pattern adjustments, including good practices for working from seam lines and adding seam allowances.

 23 / going without underwires

Learn about the different ways a bra can fit and how style affects shape and fit.

 24 / band design variations

Sew in channeling and finish elastic.

 25 / cup design variations

Techniques for quickly basting together a test bra and assessing its fit.

 26 / layering and substituting fabrics

Learn the best way to put on a bra (without bending your wires!) and do a quick fit check.

 27 / alternative strap styles

Learn the best way to put on a bra (without bending your wires!) and do a quick fit check.

Week Six

 28 / Taking Apart a RTW Bra

Learn the best way to put on a bra (without bending your wires!) and do a quick fit check.

 29 / Lace Cutting Techniques

Learn the basics of pattern adjustments, including good practices for working from seam lines and adding seam allowances.

 30 / Lining Techniques

Learn about the different ways a bra can fit and how style affects shape and fit.

 31 / putting it all together

Sew in channeling and finish elastic.

 32 / putting it all together

Sew in channeling and finish elastic.