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This mini-episode has news you can use: bust support without a separate bra! It opens up so many options: skinny straps, wide necklines, even backless designs. We share a bunch of patterns that include built-in bras, talk about how to draft your own built-in bra, and give lots of tips on fabric choice and fitting. We cover a range of options, from light support to high support!

Show Notes:

Resources:

• “Banksia Lounge Tank Hack” at the Muna and Broad blog
• “How to Sew a Built-In Bra (With Cups!)” at Pretty Prudent
• “How to Add a Built-In Bra” by WhatBellaMade
• “Making a Summer Dress with a Built-In Bra with Dana” at Sew Busty
• “How to Sew Pockets for Removable Foam Cups” at the Helen’s Closet blog
• “How to Add a Built-In Bra to Clothing” at A Beautiful Mess

Sewing Patterns:

• Slocan Tank by Helen’s Closet Patterns
• Nicole Knit Top and Dress by BF Patterns
• Be Bold Bodysuit by Patterns for Pirates
• 24/7 Tank by Patterns for Pirates
• Bacall Bodysuit by Patterns for Pirates
• Ruched Top and Dress by Patterns for Pirates
• Red Carpet Dress by Patterns for Pirates
• George and Ginger Patterns with Built-In Shelf Bras
• Songbird Tank Top and Skirt by Sew Liberated
• Banksia Bralette by Muna and Broad
• Banksia Swim Expansion by Muna and Broad
• Hallon Dress by Paradise Patterns
• Lora Dress by True Bias – size band 1, size band 2