How to sew a lace bodysuit

A lace bodysuit is considered a very sexy and attractive garment, and also comfortable. Not surprisingly, the first bodysuit was from the Playboy brand. Then this type began to develop, and already in the 1980s it became popular for both men and women. By now, men have stopped wearing this type of clothing, but women's models have many modifications. The most popular option is a lace bodysuit, and you can sew it yourself.

Varieties of lace bodysuit

Lace bodysuits can also be divided into several categories. From them we highlight:

• short-sleeve;
• with long sleeve;
• in the form of a T-shirt;
• with buttons;
• with hooks;
• with and without a cup;
• with and without decorations.

Stones, braid, ruffles, etc. can be used as decorations. However, it is better to choose a bodysuit without any decorations, since it is considered an item of underwear and can be worn under a sweater, skirt or pants.

How to sew a women's lace bodysuit with your own hands

Such products have many cut variations.If you are a beginner, we suggest starting with a basic cut. In this case, the product will have the shape of a one-piece swimsuit. After sewing it can be decorated. If you already have experience in tailoring, you can choose more complex patterns for yourself.

When sewing, remember some rules:

• Lace is an elastic fabric, so when creating a pattern, a reduction in dimensional values ​​of 5-10% is allowed.
• To prevent the lace from stretching, use a clear elastic band on the reverse side of the garment.
• An elastic band must be attached to the underside of the panties.
• The gusset of the panties must be lined with a knitted fabric lining.

Now you can start creating patterns and sewing.

How to take measurements correctly

The first rule concerns the manner of taking measurements. It is worth remembering that a bodysuit is a hybrid of panties and a T-shirt, so sewing it will require more measurements than for underwear.

Important! You need to take measurements by pressing the centimeter tightly against your body, but not so much that it squeezes.

We suggest sewing the simplest look with long sleeves, without bust darts and cups.

To create a pattern for it you will need the following measurements:

1. chest girth;
2. girth under the chest;
3. armhole depth;
4. neck girth;
5. shoulder height;
6. shoulder girth;
7. waist circumference;
8. back length to waist (front and back);
9. length of the product;
10. hip girth;
11. hip line height;
12. arm length to elbow, and from elbow to wrist;
13. wrist circumference;
14. arm circumference

Having the measurements, start drawing the pattern.

Remember! When constructing a pattern, the volumes are divided by 2, the lengths are taken in the original numbers.

Bodysuit pattern

To simplify the work process, use the proposed pattern.Just print the pattern in full size, taking into account your parameters, or redraw it on paper.

Step-by-step guide to sewing a lace bodysuit

Since the base is lace fabric containing elastane, sewing a bodysuit is not difficult.

1. Cut out the pattern and transfer it to the fabric, allowing for extra stitching.
2. Cut out the fabric pattern.
3. Overlock the edges of the parts of the product.
4. Sew the parts of the product along the side seams.
5. Sew an elastic band into the panties (along the waist and leg circumference).
6. To avoid stretching of the fabric, you can sew a wide, colorless elastic band under the chest.
7. Sew the sleeves into the armholes.
8. Sew hook-shaped fasteners to the narrow part of the panties (preferably a little above the middle).

All! The bodysuit is ready, you can safely put it on and be proud that it was made with your own hands.