With so many people looking for ways to save money and recycle anything they can to keep their hard earned money in their pockets, I thought it was time to share the free women’s bra patterns I had found with those who like to sew. The free women’s bra patterns in this article can be used by anyone who likes to make their own bras. I didn’t realize how many women make their own bras until I started looking for these bra patterns. Not only did I find a few free bra patterns, but there are patterns sold by pattern companies, like Kwik-Sew and Butterick.
I had thought about doing this article a few months ago, but wasn’t sure how to approach it. Since then, bra making has kept coming up as a list of topics to write about due to the economy. I could give a list of reasons why women make their own bras, but I believe that should be used for a whole different article, which by the way I plan to write.
However, the free bra patterns can be a way to make your own without having to spend a small fortune on new ones. Once you have made one or two bras, you should be able to make them without too much trouble. The first thing anyone sews out of their comfort zone always has its flaws of some kind. The flaws may not be too apparent to most people, but as someone who sews, I have seen the flaws in some of my garments. When that happens, I usually take it apart and redo it until I get it right.
You could do a practice run with an old bra and a piece of clothing you are planning to throw away. This way you can make it and make notes of the problems you are having. You can then take the practice bra apart and make the corrections each time until you have directions to make one that suits you. To do this, I would suggest taking notes during the process of making the first bra.
Once you have it completed, take a look at the homemade bra and your notes. Start taking the bra apart, make the adjustments to the fabric and your notes. You will then start the sewing process all again. When you run into another problem, make note of it and make your corrections.
I know that may sound like too much trouble. You may be surprised at what you learn through your trial and error of your practice bra. Once you have the issues worked out, you can move onto making a bra to wear.
Just don’t become so frustrated that you quit and never try again. If you begin to feel frustrated at any point, put the homemade bra down and leave it until you are not feeling frustrated.
Free Bra Patterns for Women
There are 5 bra patterns for free listed below. Each of the patterns are for women’s bras.
BraBra-Vado! – Free Women’s Bra Pattern
This is a women’s bra pattern made from the pieces of an existing bra. The pattern takes you through the steps over four pages.
How to Make a Bra – Free Women’s Bra Pattern
Zefeena, a moderator from corsettheaven.com, has separated this bra pattern from another section of their forum. It explains how to make a bra.
Bra Tutorial – Free Women’s Bra Tutorial
This is a 10 step bra making tutorial. To access the bra pattern you will need to sign up and become a pro member. The tutorial alone should be enough to help you make your own homemade bra.
Brassiere Making – Free Women’s Bra Pattern
This bra making pattern is from the same website of hanty panties. The pattern for the bra is for the cups. The rest of the bra is sewn together using straps and lace.
Satin Bra – Free Women’s Bra Pattern
This is a pattern for a women’s satin bra. You will find a sizing chart and links for three sizes of bras at the bottom of the page.
