Hi all!
I made this quick (and very very very simple) photo tutorial on how to cover a bra for a costume. Thought it might help some folks out here, too. The photos aren't so great as my home lighting is odd, but I think the point gets across. I'll be adding a few more photos in a bit to show how the final decorated bra turned out, but so far you can at least get the entire process of the step-by-step. if you all like it, i'd be happy to do some more soon (like how to do a cabaret mermaid skirt, how to make a panel skirt, etc). I know the resources are online already, but I find the actual photos help me a lot too.
www.flickr.com/photos/mis...2309394587/
ps - yes, this is SO for a pastel and furry tribal fusion costume. i confess. sue me. ha!
x-posted with love
I made this quick (and very very very simple) photo tutorial on how to cover a bra for a costume. Thought it might help some folks out here, too. The photos aren't so great as my home lighting is odd, but I think the point gets across. I'll be adding a few more photos in a bit to show how the final decorated bra turned out, but so far you can at least get the entire process of the step-by-step. if you all like it, i'd be happy to do some more soon (like how to do a cabaret mermaid skirt, how to make a panel skirt, etc). I know the resources are online already, but I find the actual photos help me a lot too.
www.flickr.com/photos/mis...2309394587/
ps - yes, this is SO for a pastel and furry tribal fusion costume. i confess. sue me. ha!
x-posted with love
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Re: Covering a Bra: A Costume Tutorial
Tue, March 4, 2008 - 2:52 PMand here's a link to go to the entire set (sorry about that!)
www.flickr.com/photos/mis...4040747130/
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Sun, May 4, 2008 - 11:14 PMThanks so much for this tutorial. I keep shying away from transforming a bra. It seemed too daunting. Your tute is helping give me courage. :)
I would love to see advice for making straps; I need pretty support.
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Tue, May 6, 2008 - 7:46 PMMy pleasure! I love making things that help out others.
One of my instructors, Cerice Janan, has an amazing way to convert the straps so that the bra is far more comfy and also lifts and supports. I'm working on creating a tutorial of it, now (with her blessings of course ;D ) and hope to have it posted soon.
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Mon, May 5, 2008 - 5:04 AMwhat kind of bra did you use in this? (i think i might've asked in another thread about this, but i can't remember :D best bra covering tutorial ever) -
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Tue, May 6, 2008 - 7:48 PMAhhhh...sigh.
I have no idea! I tend to buy super cheap bras (I hate to spend more that $7-$10 on them since I'm just going to cut them up!). I look for bras at Ross, Wal-Mart, Target, and Beall's Outlet...searching for 34 D 's in a hard-cup bra. I usually stand in the lingerae aisle forever, picking at the different bras and trying to gauge how firm they are. firm is good - you want one that won't droop or collapse as you build it. -
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Tue, May 27, 2008 - 9:21 PMi'm going to check target, i saw a really good one there last time i was there, but i was sans funds
i'm going to be using your wonderous tutorial in the very near future =p dance bra time!
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Wed, May 14, 2008 - 12:33 PMOkies :)
I've just added an alternative to the straps. It's kind of a quickie, but to at least show how it's done check out the link here:
www.flickr.com/photos/mis...5056127142/ -
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Fri, May 23, 2008 - 5:44 PMI got a Flickr error message for that link...
i'm curious to see more about straps--i usually leave some kind of stretchiness in the straps or around the ribs, for comfort.
it's a cool tutorial--and the bra looks great! -
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Wed, May 28, 2008 - 4:05 AMI had to take it down for a bit to tweak it :) Sorry about that! The original is still up, though.
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Tue, May 27, 2008 - 4:44 PMOMG! I just have to say thank you so much for posting this tutorial! I have some lovely fabric that I've been wanting to use for a costume, but I have not known how to cover a bra with fabric, since I'm not a seamstress. After seeing your tutorial, I actually think I can do it. Thanks so much! :) -
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Wed, May 28, 2008 - 4:06 AMNo problem! I'm happy I could help out. Enjoy and happy sewing! -
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Wed, May 28, 2008 - 9:00 AMThanks! :) I do have a question regarding straps, if you don't mind. Why, exactly, do you remove the ones that come on the bra? Why not just cover them with fabric? I figure there must be a good reason for it, so I thought I'd ask. Is it because the bra's own straps are too stretchy? Also, I prefer the halter top look. Any suggestions on doing the strap in a halter style? Wouldn't I need to measure it to get the right length?
Thanks!
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Wed, May 28, 2008 - 12:30 PMHi Tisha,
I remove the straps that come with the bra because they're usually pretty flimsy and not necessaryily strong enough to hold up all the goodies I want to put on the bra (as well as my D-cup girls). Also, frequently they're not in a very flattering position - if you put new straps on you can adjust them a bit to give yourself better clevage :)
For a halter, I'd make the straps in the same way and sew them on to the top of the cup. Then, just make the straps hook or tie behind my neck. If you tie it, you can adjust as necessary. That would be much easier than hooking it, which would require extra sewing of hooks and whatnot.
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Wed, May 28, 2008 - 1:36 PMOne thing to consider is the amount of weight a halter puts on your neck, its supporting your chest as well as the possible pounds of *stuff* on the bra. Have you considered an x-back? -
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Wed, May 28, 2008 - 4:25 PMNo, I haven't considered an x-back, actually. They tend to be difficult to put on. I have a cute choli that's an x-back, and it was always kind of a pain to get on and off. They do look really cute, though. -
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Wed, May 28, 2008 - 7:59 PMPersonally, I *hate* halters (one of those "love the look, hate the feel" relationships) but x-backs do a nice job. If you can do one so that its a criss-cross strap arrangement I'd recommend it. This gives a similar look to halters but is much kinder on the neck. Many of these can be made so that they tie, too, instead of being attached to the side straps of the bra.
Check out some of the designers that make tribal bras and you'll get some great ideas. ;)
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Thu, May 29, 2008 - 7:18 AMWell, I started my bra, and still have half of it left to cover with fabric. Man, that center, triangular piece is a b*!!** to cover! LOL So far, that's been the worst part of it. I don't know how people do this all the time! My poor fingers are already starting to get sore from that darn needed. hehe
Me thinks need to get myself a thimble! *smirk*
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Thu, May 29, 2008 - 7:19 AMUh, I meant "needle", not "needed". LMAO ;-)
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Sun, June 8, 2008 - 8:50 AMThank you so much. Got the cups covered months ago but stopped short when it came to the straps! Now, I can boldly go forth!
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Mon, June 9, 2008 - 6:08 AMThank you Misha!! This is so helpful. I especially like that you went outside the usual tribal style. I am so new I tend to think tribal is 'this' but not 'that'....I LOVE your Nordic Princess! So lovely!
