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 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/50s-Bullet-Bra-Pattern-Custom-Bra-Pattern-50s-Bra/iu/28678

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.

It is very convenient to use a special tailor’s ham https://www.inspireuplift.com/Bra-Ham-Sewing-Pattern-Half-Ball-Ham-Pattern-Tailor/iu/14851 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.

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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 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.