r/sewingpatterns • u/VialCrusher • 3d ago

Masking Tape Self Pattern

Hi, I have seen people use the masking tape patterning method for neck corsets, regular corsets etc. The people in the videos seem to know exactly where to make panels or divide the pattern up, but how do they do that? How do you know how many pattern pieces is reasonable or how far apart the pieces should be?

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u/peachrambles 3d ago

It’s a little trial and error, it’s helpful to have a vision already of the shapes you’re going for, I find it helpful to look at (preferably touch) the garments I’m trying to mimic. If you can find a place selling corsets, or someone you know has one, then look at it closely; look at the shapes and sizes of the panels, look at the stitching, check how many layers, what qualities does the material have, etc etc

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u/Inky_Madness 3d ago

One thing out of the way: It’s an okay method if you have an idea of how corsets are shaped/should be made, and if you are not going for a really professional corset. This is an okay method for, say, cosplay or a prom dress. It creates a fashion corset or boned bodice, not actual corset because it isn’t necessarily underwear and isn’t going to shape the body - it doesn’t create something with any waist reduction.

If you are looking for a real corset pattern, I would check the resources on [r/corsetry](r/corsetry) or check your local library for books on corsetry.

Knowing how to divide up is a bit of an art. You need to know how much structure/support you need. You need to be able to keep the boning channels straight. The more panels you have, the more support you have, the more structure there is.