Ladder Lacing
- Begin straight across the bottom on the outside and in through the grommets.
- The left end runs all the way up the inside and out through the top left grommet.
- Take your right lace and run it straight up the inside of the corset/bodice and out through the next grommet, then straight across the outside and in through the adjacent ...
- To finish the lacing off, tighten the corset to your liking, readjust your bust and tighten again, then tie with a bow or double knotted bow. ...
What do I need to make a lace bodice?
-Sewing machine, scissors, thread, Clear Elastic or preferred shoulder stabilizer Step 1: Cut all your bodice pieces according to your pattern PLUS a stretch lace bodice front and back. The lace you cut needs to have stretch. Without it, you will lose the ability to use a pattern created for knits. It will not fit and will not work.
How do I lace my corset or bodice?
Note: The corset or bodice must be grommeted or eyeleted specifically for this lacing style. Unlike other ways of lacing, the grommets or eyelets will be offset at the top and bottom. This allows the lacing to come down on a diagonal or spiral angle. When purchasing your corset, be sure to select the Spiral Lacing option!
How to sew lace lace?
Make sure to use a 1/4 inch seam allowance so that it will not be seen after stitching the seam together. The lace will sometimes shift around. Either pin the layers together first or slowly stitch and adjust as you sew. Pick whichever method works best for you. Be careful not to stretch the pieces while sewing.
How do you Lace Up a pair of jeans?
Pull your lacing through until you have about the same length of lacing on both sides. Take the left lace and cross it to the right side, then skip 1 grommet and cross to the left side, skip 1 grommet and to the right, skip 1 and cross to the left, etc until you run out of lacing.
How do you lace a corset step by step?
2:027:22Corset 101: How to lace yourself into a corset. Step by step in real time!YouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipWhat i'm doing here is i'm going to grab the x's that are on the outside of the laces. So there'sMoreWhat i'm doing here is i'm going to grab the x's that are on the outside of the laces. So there's actually x's on the top. And then a back layer you want to grab the ones on the top.
How do you straight lace a bodice?
1:295:10Straight European Lacing Technique | Lucy's Corsetry - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipBring it underneath to the left side thread it up through left grommet number three directly acrossMoreBring it underneath to the left side thread it up through left grommet number three directly across to the right again and thread it down through right grommet number.
How do you lace a front lacing corset?
4:296:47HOW TO LACE A FRONT BUSK CORSET using the double spiral ...YouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipSide. So I'm just gonna go right back in like that and then that creates. This nice piece of ribbonMoreSide. So I'm just gonna go right back in like that and then that creates. This nice piece of ribbon you can use to tie. And then I'm going to take that out from under on the other side.
How do you spiral lace a corset?
0:383:10Spiral Lacing Stays - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipAnd always be sure the lace goes through the eyelet over the outer part of the garment. Then be sureMoreAnd always be sure the lace goes through the eyelet over the outer part of the garment. Then be sure the laces always go through the eyelets on the opposite side of the garment from underneath.
Does a corset lace up or down?
You can lace from either the top or bottom of the corset. Try both and use the direction that is most comfortable for you. Some people will find they settle into the most comfortable fit lacing from the top, and other people will be most comfortable lacing from the bottom. For some people it won't make a difference.
How do you lace the back of a top?
2:494:40DIY Lace Up Back Crop Top - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipI'm starting from the bottom right loop lacing up to the second loop on the left and continuing thatMoreI'm starting from the bottom right loop lacing up to the second loop on the left and continuing that zigzag pattern all the way up across. And then back down.
What is bar lacing?
Both ends run straight up on the inside, each skipping one eyelet and emerging two eyelets higher up. • Both ends continue straight across on the outside and in through the adjacent eyelets. • Alternate running up on the inside and across on the outside until lacing is completed.
How do you lace Oxford?
2:115:46How To Lace Oxfords & Dress Shoes the Proper Way & What To AvoidYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipInto the bottom two holes and then you pull them through. Most Oxford's you by have five rows ofMoreInto the bottom two holes and then you pull them through. Most Oxford's you by have five rows of holes if that's the case it's important to have one end slightly shorter than the other one.
How do you make a back lacing?
8:1917:49MAKING THE BACK LACE-UP CORSET DRESS, AND ... - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipThe zipper allowance stopped at the center back so the zipper allowance must match the center backMoreThe zipper allowance stopped at the center back so the zipper allowance must match the center back on the lacing.
How do you lace a renaissance shirt?
2:1910:23Unicorn Clothing Video Series: Three Ways to Lace a Bodice - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipMy favorite I call X lacing and all you do is to go lay. The bodice one on top of the other. You seeMoreMy favorite I call X lacing and all you do is to go lay. The bodice one on top of the other. You see how the boning is overlapping. And you see how it brought it in a little bit.
How to tighten a bodice?
Cross the laces as if lacing up a shoe. Tighten along the way by reaching into the empty space and pulling the lace where it criss-crosses. A well-fitted bodice should close completely, without any chemise fabric peeking out.
Can you tie a bodice with satin ribbon?
Don't use satin ribbon or synthetic leather lacing to tie a bodice. While it may look pretty, these items stretch under the intense pressure of the bodice and won't offer proper support. Never lace the bodice so tightly that breathing is adversely affected. If there is shortness of breath, loosen or cut the laces immediately.
How to lengthen a bodice?
To lengthen the bodice, cut the bodice front and back pattern pieces horizontally within the range marked. Spread the pieces apart the desired length and smooth the side seams and darts. To shorten the bodice, cut the bodice front and back pattern pieces horizontally along the bottom of the range marked.
How to draw a dart in the shoulder?
Draw a line from the new dart’s point up to the center of the shoulder. Cut along the shoulder line and the top of the new side dart. Rotate the side piece on the dart’s point and match up the two lines of the dart so that it disappears. You now have a dart in the shoulder.
Can you lengthen a skirt?
The skirt can also be lengthened or shortened (at the hem), but it is unadvisable to do more than 1″ of lengthening or shortening in the skirt hem, as the width of the skirt will be affected as well as the length. Too much removed in the hem will end up with a skirt that does not stick out at all, and too much length added can cause the skirt to become comically wide!
How to make a lace bodice?
Step 1: Cut all your bodice pieces according to your pattern PLUS a stretch lace bodice front and back. The lace you cut needs to have stretch. Without it, you will lose the ability to use a pattern created for knits. It will not fit and will not work.
How to avoid bunching in corners?
For example, sew all the way across the bottom, pull off the machine and clip the threads. Then sew the side seam, pull off the machine, and clip the threads. Then repeat this process for each section that needs to be basted.
How to sew a sleeve on a dress?
Sew the top of the sleeve to the armhole at the top. Finish the bottom of the sleeve first, hem and then starting as the bottom of the sleeve, slowly start sewing up to the armhole then continue with a slight U turn of the machine to sew down the side-seam of the bodice.
How to sew a blouse with sleeves?
This is easiest for sleeves that have very gathered sleeves at the top. Gather the sleeves using double seam gathering method and pull threads evenly to ensure gathers are fit between markings. Sew the top of the sleeve to the armhole at the top. Finish the bottom of the sleeve first , hem and then starting as the bottom of the sleeve, slowly start sewing up to the armhole then continue with a slight U turn of the machine to sew down the side-seam of the bodice. You can go back and sew the U again to fortify the seam. This particular way of sewing sleeves and side-seams in one continuing motion can save time and help in making a well fit sleeve and underarm. (Really important for comfort.)
What does a bodice feel like?
A bodice that fits can make you feel like Royalty. Whether you are wearing a tight fitted bodice or a flowing blouse, the image you want to give is that of comfort and confidence. Necklines, shoulders, bustline and waistline can be the noticed item in your garment, so make them happen. Here's how...
What makes a girl look prettier?
Remember, other than jewels, nothing makes a girl feel prettier than a nice fitting garment. If you are comfortable, confident and you feel pretty, you look pretty!
When to use basting on neckline?
If a lining is not used but a facing is used for neck and arms, this is where you will be working on those pieces. When working with facings for necklines as well as armholes, it is essential to use the method of basting to "fit" the material of the facing to the main bodice.
Do darts match with lining?
At this point, many patterns will require that if there is a lining, you would repeat the same thing for the lining. Again, it is SO IMPORTANT that the darts match. Whatever adjustments you made to your garment, you should make to the lining in the same way. When the lining is fit to the main garment, it should become as one with the main material.
Do you have to mark the beginning of a dart?
No cheating on using the markers, whether using a roller and colored transfer paper or using tailor pencils or chalk, it is really important to mark the beginning, middle and end of where the dart is located. Remember, one quarter inch can make the difference in whether a bodice fits or not.
How to tuck a rolled bodice?
Tuck the rolled portion of the bodice in between the main and the lining from the right-hand side. Match up the shoulder seams of main and l ining from the right-hand side of the bodice, with right sides together. Be sure to push the rolled portion of the bodice back, so that it is not caught up in the seam allowance.
Can you put sleeves on a bodice?
NOTE: If you are adding sleeves to your bodice, you can just baste your armscye together with both bodices pieces turned right side out, with wrong sides together, and then proceed to the side seams.
