This is a 1950s bra pattern. It is sewn from a dense stable fabric; the cups are quilted.

Of course, overwires are needed for this bra. But since they’re out of stock now, I’ve inserted metal bones along the edge of the cups.

I sewed a small size bra; maybe these metal bones are enough for the small size. However, I am not sure that this design will hold a large chest. It may be worth sewing on straps for a large size. You can also quilt cups with foam for better support.

All my bras sewn on conventional sewing machine with the function of a zig-zag.

Please note: this is not ready-made pattern. This listing is for personalized bra pattern according to your individual measurements. This means that your custom sewing pattern is only ready after I receive your custom measurements. You will get a pattern exactly your size.

After completing the purchase, you can download the files: sewing instructions, instructions on how to take measurements.These measurements are different from the usual ones. For universal patterns, 2 measurements are taken – bust and under bust. Since I am making a personalized tailor made pattern, I need more measurements and they may not be familiar to you. Most likely, you have never taken such measurements. This is the difference in the design methodology.

I do not use a conventional measurement system. The main measure that I use is the horizontal arc (HD), in centimeters (see the picture). Simply put, you need to take this measurement between the ends of the underwire through the protruding point of the chest, horizontally. The dimensions of my sewing patterns are according to this measurement (if your measurement of HD is 23 cm, then you need size 23).

Some measurements may be new and unfamiliar to you. But they are necessary to draw an exact individual pattern. Remember that the success of our venture depends entirely on accurate measurements.

Also, measurement notation is not familiar to you. I named them as they are entered in my program. Please pay attention!

You need to take the necessary measurements as indicated. Write down this information in the same form (number, measurement designation) and send it to me by e-mail. Processing of your order will begin only after I receive your letter. I will send you a pattern in PDF format within 2 working days from the date of receipt of your letter.

There are ready-made patterns for this bra in my shop.

Materials and supplies:

*Paper pattern;

*Sewing machine;

*Scissors;

  *Sewing thread;

*Dense, stable fabric (linen, cotton; 0.5 m);

*Fabric for lining (you may use the main fabric);

*Interfacing material (batting, etc);

*Elastic for the band (according to your girth under the bust) 2 cm wide or more;

*Elastic to make the upper back trim (about 0.5-1 m);

*Hook and eye closure;

*Bias tape to cover side seams/or underwire channeling to insert plastic bones if you want ;

*Bias tape to finish edges of cups;

*2 metal bones;

*2 plastic bones to insert along side seams – if you want.

This pattern is at an easy/intermediate level. Previous sewing experience is recommended. You need to know how to sew  elastic, etc.

It is very convenient to use a special tailor’s ham. This round tailor’s ham is an indispensable item when sewing a bra. It makes it possible to give the correct shape to round seams when ironing.

This pattern is a work of authorship. Designed exclusively for your personal use. It is forbidden to transmit, forward to other people, publish, any other distribution. Please don’t sell or redistribute ANY copies of this pattern VIA EMAIL OR PRINTED or in any other form.

Feel free to message me with any questions! Let me know if something is not clear to you, I will try to help you. Please contact me if you have any problems with your order.