3/8", it's marked on the pattern. Your results will depend on the fabrics you source, plan to make two so that you can make adjustments.

Wishing you luck finding appropriate fabric ❤️❤️ Thank you for the note 😊

My shoulder situation is also broad for an afab person and I wear the pattern as is. I would recommend making one and deciding on adjustments to your second iteration. You may want to deepen the back of neck and, if your chest is smaller, dropping the underarm 3/4" or so. 🤞🫶

@@ureshiidesign Thank you for your advice.

For the stabilizing layers you will need something with 4 way stretch that is greater in one direction. I chose the power mesh because it's breathable. Could you order some? The pattern is designed for stretchy fabrics, I cannot predict the fit in a non-stretchy fabric or even your ability to put it on ❤️

Hiii!!!! Im kinda pissed i only got arround making this binder after getting top surgery, its so comfy and well fitting, i did use a really soft cotton-spandex jersey and opted for a woven fabric cut on the bias for the front panel based on binders ive made in the past, the power mesh i used was also not as "strong" so i didnt need to modify the size of the back pannel. Personaly as someone who used to use binders daily, while the nonstrech pannel may seem counterintuitive for confort, the solid layer of fabric helps crate a flatter apearence without it needing to be as compresing, it kind of creates a similar effect to a "false bottom" on a drawer. Your assembling method also was SO good it left it looking so clean even tho im using a domestic sewing machine, i do recomend using a "square" stitch if available on ones sewing machine Made it for a friend ^_^

Yes, you should use a zigzag stitch for all steps. You can do some testing to find the right width and length that won’t pop when you stretch the fabric. It might be best to use a ‘sharp’ or microtex needle to avoid skipping stitches.

Largest unbound, but it is just your starting point. Your fabrics will affect fit, and you may want to size up or down. Good luck ❤️❤️

Wonderful 🩵💗🤍

Amazing 🤩

Always 4 thread! ❤️

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The fabrics we use are a 66% bamboo / 28% cotton / 6% spandex jersey (Weight: 200 gsm / 5.9 oz.sq yd) You could use other rayon/spandex fabrics such as 95% bamboo 5% spandex in a similar weight for similar results. The second fabric is a "power mesh" that is not super powerful. The one we are using is 83% Nylon / 17% Spandex. (Weight: 165 gsm / 4.9 oz.sq yd) It has some drape and significantly more stretch in one direction. It is not as stiff as what is seen in shapewear, more like something that would be used to put sheer panels in leggings or tops.

@@ureshiidesign thanks 😊

I used a walking foot during initial pattern development because we wanted the pattern to be sewable with a sewing machine. It didn’t make a huge difference with my little brother machine, but it might depend on your machine. I like to backstitch to anchor, and I was frustrated not being able to reliably backstitch without breaking a needle. So I would say try it if you have it, but if you don’t, seam test before you order one. If you find you need it and want to backstitch you can turn your work 🙃 Good luck 🤞🤞

Hi Rami, I can’t really say how it will go. If you have enough to make one to test that would be ideal. Then you could decide whether it would help to size down or double up on the stable layer. I hope it goes well 🤞❤️ The sizing is based on your chest measure. (sorry it is in inches, re-drafting a more inclusive version now) Size of the final garment will depend on fabrics and preferences, so you may need to adjust, but this pattern gives you a starting point 😊

@@ureshiidesign thank you so much! And im so happy i found your videos they will help out alot❤️

I would say to try this one first, you want to be as safe as possible, and I find this one pretty intense to wear throughout a whole day. If you decide you need something more, maybe look into the principles of corsetry, but don’t make the usual accommodations for the chest.

I would say look at the website for measurements or buy one (if you can afford/ are in a safe place to do so)

Mine binds quite well and I have generally good feedback. Your results will depend on your sizing decisions and the materials you source. If you are tall and have a large chest, we suggest lengthening all layers including the stable layers by 2” or so. There is a try-on at the end of this video sports bra v. binder vm.tiktok.com/ZMNNmYAcb/?k=1 And in this video - all of our chest taming options vm.tiktok.com/ZMNNmmBRb/?k=1 Hope this helps 😊

@@ureshiidesign thanks! I will need to make a Joann Fabrics stop tomorrow!

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I think it would be possible, but difficult to hand sew. I find the entry level brother machines (ie. from Walmart) are not terrible. You just need a zigzag option. I have been meaning to film a make on my brother machine only, will try to get to it soon ❤️

The sizing is a chest measurement in inches, but it is just a starting point, preferences and available fabrics will dictate whether you go up or down a size. There is more information & written instructions in the blog post. I hope to add cm notation soon

Hi I've looked on the blog re sizing and it's really not clear. Is the inch measurements the full bust measurement?

@@sfguiel Yes, full chest not wearing a binder. As preferences and materials used will impact fit, I only mean the sizing as a starting point. You may want to go up or down a size, or longer.

@@ureshiidesign thank you so much for your speedy reply. I thought it was, but just wanted to check. Thanks again.

Hi Dolly, I designed this to be safer and breathable & also no synthetics against the skin. It was tested by a local queer youth alliance, and I haven’t had negative response to this version. All previous versions were not binding enough, so? Let me know how it goes!

i’d recommend buying a binder if you can afford it underworks and gc2b are both good

thank you for supporting your son and being such a good parent. parents like you help the wellbeing of their children<3

that is so sweet of you! what a lovely thing to do for him

@@mackingcheese I know I'm replying to u a year later but gc2b has degraded in quality over the years, so it's not recommended to buy from them nowadays.

I think you absolutely can. Take it one step at a time. Edit the neckline. You may want to keep the length on your first try and not add an underbust band. It’s doable, but slightly more difficult to add a zipper after adding the underbust band. Then you can decide on length based on your experience. You can email if you get stuck [email protected]

Yay!! I hope it goes well <3 <3 I order notions from "cleaners supply" pretty often, I'm in Canada but they are also in the US

@@ureshiidesign I'm in Portugal but I don't know where most of the store are here I only know two stores here that I buy things, one to buy the fabric and the other to buy some accessories. I think I bought the right mesh idk.. It was the only one that I found there

@@MariaC.09 I hope it goes ok!

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@@ureshiidesign thank you so much this will help me so much, thank you for all

How did it go? You sound like a good friend :D

@@poddywme5334 it went well, my friend was super happy with it :>

@@mxyioo9192 That"s awesome to hear!! Have a nice day :))

@@poddywme5334 thank you! you too :)