Learn to Sew a Bralette

Here’s what you’ll need for this project:

• Robin bra pattern


• Light to medium weight knits with four-way stretch with 50% stretch and good recovery


• All-purpose polyester sewing thread


• Ballpoint sewing machine needle


• Four 1/2” (13 mm) rings and two sliders


• 1 1/2 yards (1.4 meters) 1/2” (13 mm) of wide bra strapping


• 1 1/2 yards (1.4 meters) of 3/8” (10 mm) picot elastic


• 1 yard (.9 meters) of 3/4” picot elastic (20 mm) (sizes 00 - 16) or 1” (2.5 cm) picot elastic (sizes 12 - 26)


• One hook and eye bra closure. Sizes 00-16: 3 hook closure finishing at 2 1/4” (5.7 cm). Sizes 12-26: 4 hook closure finishing at 3” (10.2 cm).

Here are some additional resources to help you make the most of this class:

• ARTICLE: How to Sew a Bra


• ARTICLE: Choosing the Right Lingerie Fabrics


• ARTICLE: Anatomy of a Bra