Bust Support, back fat, and waist tape help

[khoc]

Hello

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[geminiwench]

Corset pattern drafting is a real challenge... and it might have to do with the pattern itself or the lacing style. Corsets are definitely best when laced to the center with *two* separate laces.. so that the hips/waist and the bust/waist each have their own tension. This helps adjust for the flesh displacement and keeps from tension/support being lost at the top (bust) or bottom (hips). Also. it may be how the bust-cup is formed and attached to the busk. Since busks are flat/straight, it is a bit o' magic that allows the breasts to get their lift and not fall south into the gap that may be created by the underbust space as the busk rides the silhouette which can let the body slump

[khoc]

My sewing accuracy and skill isn't where I want them to be either. I do use youtube for things I forget or don't know. It really is fantastic.

I do want to get to the point where I can make reliable self drafted patterns. Do they have corset pattern drafting books?

[geminiwench]

I really appreciate that I can sit on a couch, staring at a bolt of fabric, and then attack it with my measuring tape, pins, and a piece of chalk and MAKE IT HAPPEN by myself.
I *love* that feeling.

I just do the measurements,
do the math, and know how garment pieces (piecing) work along different fashion rules/styles historically and learn my fabrics strengths/weaknesses.

Absolutely there are corset patterning books, but I'm not well versed in what's available, so my recommendation wouldn't be worth much.

I think the big deal is getting better at *technically* sewing and understanding fit, because THAT is what making a corset, tests. Which is probably why I love/hate them!

[khoc]

I would love to be brave enough to do that! I have a long way to go before then though. And you're right, technical sewing and fit is the majority of the battle in sewing clothing.