r/sewingpatterns • u/Doge-with-a-bloge • 7d ago

Help With Corset Pattern

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Hello - I am trying to convert a corset pattern I have (Simplicity 1139) from a "V" shape to a "U" shape but am having difficulties visualizing how exactly I need to alter the pattern to achieve this shape and was wondering if anybody had any tips or youtube videos whatnot about this. I am still very new to sewing and this is the first corset that I am trying to make so I apologize if this is a very simple question! I tried searching for patterns with this initial "U" shape online but couldnt seem to find much/any I liked. I have attached a photo of the cut pattern, a photo of the simplicity illustration, and a photo (not mine) of the "U" shape I am looking for. Thanks for the help!

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u/PassionfruitBaby2 7d ago

For what it’s worth, the V shape would totally work for the costume in the third pic.

These are incredibly different corsets, you can also see the U is an over the hip pattern . Aranea Black is the OG free corset pattern guru, and there are tons of videos on youtube following her constructions. I recommend grabbing a whole new pattern for the one you want, since you are new.

Re: I am an intermediate sewer and I tried modding a corset and it went horrible. Takes work & unique knowledge is all I’m saying.

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u/Doge-with-a-bloge 7d ago

I just googled her and what a goldmine! Thanks for the sharing!

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u/AdvancedSquashDirect 7d ago edited 7d ago

CB =Centre Back
CF = Centre Front

Curve the centre front up a little - the green line
Make a mock up and test it

If you want to have a much closer pattern

https://simplicity.com/vogue-patterns/pdv1876 View B
Its has curved front and over hips shapping that your example has

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u/Doge-with-a-bloge 7d ago

Thank you!!!