Margaret is a front closure bra with foam cups.

 You can insert plastic bones along the side seams for better support.

The straps are sewn to the middle of the back. You can also sew the straps in the normal position – 5 cm (2 inches) from the middle of the back (there are additional marks on the pattern for this).

The pattern is designed for stable fabric. I used a thick satin fabric in this case, but I recommend using natural fabrics (linen, cotton, silk) for sewing lingerie.

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

Please read carefully before purchasing to determine the size of the sewing pattern correctly.

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). This enables an individual approach to the creation of patterns. In the usual way, the pattern is created according to the difference between two dimensions (bust and under bust girth), but within this framework a wide variety of shapes and sizes is possible.

Another important measure is the girth under the bust. This measurement is indicated in the pattern name. There is a file on how to adjust the pattern in accordance with your girth under the bust.

I use a system of individual measurements to create a personalized pattern because each person’s figure is unique. You can buy ready-made patterns according to the size described above (please note that measurements are in centimeters)

If you have not found the right size or you have some body features that require an individual approach, I can make personal patterns for you according to individual measurements. There is a special listing for this  https://www.inspireuplift.com/Custom-Bra-Pattern-Front-Fastening-Bra-Pattern-Margaret-Front/iu/26567

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

Materials and supplies:

*Paper pattern;

*Sewing machine;

*Scissors;

*Pins;

 *Sewing thread;

*Natural fabric (linen, cotton - about 1 m), including fabric to make bias tape;

*Elastic for the band (according to your girth under the bust + 2 inches (5 cm);

*Foam (about 0.2*0.25 cm);

*Front closure; I used usual hook (the size of the hook/front closure should match the width of band elastic);

*Strap elastic about 1 m / 40 inches (the strap width should match the size of your rings and sliders for secure straps that stay in place);

*Elastic to make the upper cup trim (about 1-1.5 m);

*Rings and sliders;

*Underwire channeling ((if you want to insert plastic bones along the side seams);

*Bias tape maker to make the bias tape 12 mm (1/2 inch) wide; patchwork cutting mat and rotary cutter. If you do not have these tools, you can do without them. Then you need to cut the fabric with scissors to make the bias tape, and do everything by hand;

*2 plastic/metal bones (at your request). It is best to use special plastic corset bones.

It is very convenient to use a special tailors ham https://www.inspireuplift.com/Bra-Ham-Sewing-Pattern-Half-Ball-Ham-Pattern-Tailor/iu/14851 . This round tailors 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 at an easy/intermediate level. Previous sewing experience is recommended. You need to know how to sew underwire channeling and elastic, etc.

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 do not 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.