Beginner's Corset-Making Tutorial - Free Pattern | Underbust Corset with Zipper Front

[@dorianyoder7570]

I've had a strange week of consuming as much sewing and corsetry videos as possible. It's inspired me to learn to sew and I hope soon I will be able to attempt this!

[@rebekahmui]

Yes do! It's definitely an enjoyable process of experimentation and exploration

[@joyfuldiysjoyfulday8955]

Try some easy DIYs I fell in love with sewing and I make lots of easy stuff on my channel

[@pykenotpike]

The zip ties as boning?? absolutely brilliant. You are incredibly resourceful.

[@rebekahmui]

Thank you. It isn't for drastic waist reduction but imho works better than generic plastic boning

[@betholschowka8865]

Another thing you can use is what I did for my first corset: hacksaw blades. If you have access to a grinder (bench or hand held), grind down the teeth, ( or if you don't, then scrape the teeth down on concrete or stone) then wrap in one or two layers of duct tape. This only works for straight seamed corsets, however.

[@welkin1080]

i thought the same thing! those are way easier to find

[@rachell2152]

be careful if you iron the corset, zip ties can easily melt and possibly mess up the fabric, just a heads up :)

[@SoulSearch11110]

Yes I love that idea

[@jacmcw]

This was a perfect video for how to make (and adapt) a corset. Especially because you left out the music over-laying your narration. Your sweet voice alone was what we needed to hear as you described your process. Keep up the sewing tutorials.

[@rebekahmui]

Thank you!! I certainly hope to!

[@aniaraguz]

I am working on making adaptive historical clothing for disabilities and I love the idea of a zipper as a busk! Lovely video, thank you ❤️

[@rebekahmui]

That is amazing! I hope your projects is successful!

[@joyfuldiysjoyfulday8955]

I love that idea I do a lot DIYs on my channel using elastic to make dresses more comfortable for more people 💕

[@justjamiejamie]

The zigzag scissors are actually called pinking shears. Thanks for the great video, I’ll be using it to make a corset for my daughter’s upcoming semi-formal dance.

[@rebekahmui]

Thanks for the clarification. Wow! I hope your corset project goes really well!

[@mariebray9831]

Your instructions are very clear, I'm about to start to sew my first corset. I've make a mock-up, and have bought the fabric. I will use a zipper and zip ties like you did. Busks and boning are hard to come by in New Zealand. Thank you for the explanation of lacing and grommets.

[@rebekahmui]

That's so awesome!! The foundations revealed website is a really good resource as well and there are a couple of construction tutorials online. I totally feel you, it's so hard to get specialised equipment - we've just got to adapt

[@maikamarie7292]

It's so good!! The best part is you haven't used any special things or expensive things like that!

[@saintblues]

I really want to make a corset (it's the first time I'm doing it) and this is really helpful for beginners

[@rebekahmui]

Thank you! I hope your project goes well!

[@pundarika8860]

if I tell you that i literally screamed when I saw this all of your ideas are great for someone with low budget, tysm!!!

[@FaerieBlanc]

Bootstrap heroics with the various adaptions used to make a corset with limited resources. Quite cool

[@rebekahmui]

Thank you!

[@Nymque]

I've been wanting to make a corset but all the materials really intimidate me. This is the first one that makes me think "oh! I can find those things!" Thankyou!! (i'm from asia too anyway 🌼)

[@rebekahmui]

Welcome! That's wonderful. It's true that the materials can be intimidating at first but there's always a will and a way! Do tag me on Instagram @rebekahmui when you've made yours, I'd love to see it!

[@saltlifegull4091]

Wait a min, where's the free pattern? Love that you cut up a curtain for the lining! Great idea.

[@rebekahmui]

Hi! Thanks for asking! I linked two different corset patterns from the site "Foundations Revealed" below. You can adapt the Victorian corset to be an underbust corset as I show in the video, or use their underbust corset straightaway

[@islasmila7383]

@serendipidus1 I think you have to sign up to the site. maybe try searching for foundations revealed on google?

[@saltlifegull4091]

@@rebekahmui Thanks Rebekah! Watched the video over again and keep learning things I missed the first time. I like that you got down to business on the demonstration and didn't waste the viewer's time on lame foolishness. I'm excited to try~

[@rebekahmui]

@@saltlifegull4091 aww thanks!

[@rebeccap6878]

The second I saw you frolicking in a kitchen, i subscribed! Thank you so much for this!!!

[@rebekahmui]

aww thanks!

[@ichbinben.]

I used this tutorial to make my first corset. I'm really inexperienced with sewing, but it turned out great. It fit really well and was very comfortable, I finished it this morning just in time to wear it to pride (it's rainbow-coloured). I got lots of compliments and had a great time! I definitely plan on making another one, now that I know a little more what I'm doing. Just wanted to thank you for the great tutorial, I always wanted to make one, but it just always seemed way to complicated, but you made it much easier than I thought it would be!

[@rebekahmui]

Wow! This makes me so happy. I'm so glad your first project was a success! Happy pride month!

[@naynunes9797]

Boa noite. Vc ainda tem o padrão desse corset?

[@dfrenchorn]

Using zipties as boning!!? Using a zipper instead of a busk!!? INGENIOUS!!!!!!! I've always been intimidated by the idea of making a corset! But I'm pretty confident that your methods are fool proof!!! Thank you so much!!!

[@rebekahmui]

Wow! I'm really excited for you. What happened is that I live where corset supplies aren't available, so this method was developed based on that! Do message me on Instagram @rebekahmui or comment here if you have any questions

[@bettievw]

What an awesome video! I've been looking into working on historical fashion, but it's just too expensive. Replacing the commonly used boning and busk with easy to find items was such an awesome idea! You have a great voice for narration, keep it up.

[@rebekahmui]

Thank you so much! That's so encouraging

[@Biologerin]

You did a lovely job, well done! And thank you for sharing. I hope others feel inspired by this.

[@rebekahmui]

Aww! Thanks for the encouragement!

[@Houndsunite]

Mary Poppins Holiday dress! 🐧 ☂ that’s exactly why I’m here I want to make her corset and it’s so unique since it’s under the bust! Than you for this 💕

[@rebekahmui]

Wow! This is so awesome as that is a rad costume. Do tag me on Instagram @rebekahmui when you make it if you can!

[@DragonborneDreams]

Your voice is so soothing! And the zip ties are brilliant. Thank you for sharing.

[@patmoh4204]

Thank you Rebecca. You are a good teacher. Wish you great success in youtube.

[@bowerbirdstyle7661]

Great result! A beautiful corset. Love the boning channels in the seam allowances and the binding method.

[@lunasmum6869]

I've struggled with lacing my toile evenly so your idea with the cushion is just perfect! I'm new to corset making so I bought a kit and have enjoyed making the toile. I'm not confident enough to cut out the coutil yet until I master doing up the laces. I tighten the top and the bottom loosens, I tighten the bottom and the top loosens! I am sure it is just practise. Thanks for this very calm video and such a pretty fabric. I would never have thought of a zip!

[@rebekahmui]

Thanks Maggie!

[@lionmane1856]

AHHHH THIS IS THE PERFECT tutorial. And if you can't get steel i think you should try and get synthetic whale boning instead. It's more accurate anyway

[@rebekahmui]

Haha thanks! I'm very remote so unless I have a huge budget it isn't really possible. No corsetry supply shops at all here in Asia :) I wish though!

[@emilycraig9897]

I love this video. Thank you so much. I’m just finishing my fist major sewing project, and this is totally going on my to do list - it’s beautiful. Thank you!!!

[@coffeecolorx6817]

Thank you so much and you look so cute in that corset. I'm learning all I can and I have limited access to a lot of materials. This was super helpful and I love the result. It looks wanderful on you and I hope with a bit of practice I can do something close to wanderful like yourself.😊💙

[@rebekahmui]

I'm so glad you enjoyed the video. Do give it a try too, don't worry if you've never done it before. It's a very enjoyable process of experimenting! 💓

[@amandawilliams2266]

Beautiful piece you've made here just wow and I love the zip tie idea ! I can get boning here in the states but it's costly so I'm definitely going to use this idea ☺️ love it all great job

[@rebekahmui]

Thanks! Zip or cable ties are especially popular for 18th century corset (stay) making. I wouldn't say they are as cinching as steel but so far they've worked great for corsets I've worn for several years

[@strayviolets]

I am finally printing this pattern out!! ahh .. I have purchased a few different corset patterns but I haven't found one I like that is an underbust one.. I've watched your video many times!! I like making the zipper front . I have made 7 various ones now I am feel like I am getting better and I want to try this patter now. Thank you for sharing!!

[@rebekahmui]

awesome, how fun!

[@saltlifegull4091]

Awesome video,Rebekah! Simple instruction, great guidance, enjoyed and will rewatch. I love the fabric, which drew me to your video. Love it!

[@rebekahmui]

Thanks for the encouragement! I love the fabric too, it was the absolutely last half yard and such a steal! Hope you'll give corset making a try!

[@suzywhy8401]

What you made is beautiful ❤️ you're very creative and talented

[@amywake6822]

Okay unrelated but your accent/voice is beautiful idk why. So clear and articulate but not in a pretentious way :)

[@rebekahmui]

Aww thank you. You're too kind

[@heard3879]

Wow, suddenly I think I could probably make a corset. Looks like a lot of work, but doable. I just need to set aside some time and try it!!!

[@not_all2gether]

This video is so much more helpful than others, you explain things so well.

[@rebekahmui]

Thank you!

[@MidnightFox2189]

i saw the opening and immediately subscribed

[@rebekahmui]

Aww thank you!

[@MidnightFox2189]

@@rebekahmui always up for weird awesome quirky openings

[@StylingtheCenturies]

I'm so glad you included where you bought the fabrics from! I'm in the middle of constructing my mock-up corset at the moment and was looking for some pretty colourful, but strong fabrics to use for the real thing and this is great!

[@rebekahmui]

Welcome!

[@allaboutzii9305]

I never knew you could use zip ties for boning! Your tutorial was wonderful and the fabric choice looks darling on you

[@beckyhepburn7460]

Enjoyed your video and well done .it's turned out really well . I prefer zips in my corsets .

[@rebekahmui]

Thanks!

[@XxItsRuexX]

Ill be using zipties when i make mine! Thanks for this

[@Leuka_]

That corset is gorgeous! And so amazingly well put together for using such basic, easy-to-find items. I'll be using your tutorial for when I start making my first corset. :)

[@rebekahmui]

Thank you! I hope your corset making journey is fun and rewarding! Do tag me on Instagram @rebekahmui when you've made yours 💓

[@yeharly511]

I just discovered an amazing video which I will start on tomorrow. Thank u so much for ur home made corset, absolutely brilliant!

[@AshHeaven]

Lacing on a pillow sounds like a good idea. I have trouble figuring out how much lacing to get for a closed front.

[@inasmal3996]

Really enjoy watching your craftmentship.

[@aliceyap4164]

Thank you for your sharing your experience doing this

[@macdaiddavidson8051]

Thank you for the wonderful video and links to the patterns.

[@rebekahmui]

You're welcome!

[@penelope-oe2vr]

You need to call one of these companies and have them ship corset supplies to you! I bet they would if you emailed or called them.

[@sterlingspots]

Nice video with lots of helpful tips.

[@rebeccafriday5834]

I've always felt like corsets were way out of my league (amateur seamstress for 12+ years) but the free resources and super handy tricks in this video really inspired me and now I'm going to print off a pattern and make an attempt!!

[@susanrichey6039]

Very clear video. I was wondering about the part that tucks down. It looks like it is uncomfortable? Is it fulfilling some kind of structural function? I thought you would just alter the pattern to be shorter. Maybe I misunderstood. I'm researching corset making for some artwork I am doing plus a corset themed junk journal. I have to say that it looks really cute on you. Keep creating

[@rebekahmui]

Thanks! I couldn't find a short enough zip 😁🤦🏻‍♀️ it isn't uncomfortable but I might modify the zip and shorten it quite easily

[@carliiuxiiz]

Comment: it's not advised to wrap the excess lacing around the waist since it is damaging. Thanks for the tips!

[@twinkletoes4876]

Your video is so helpful and I'd loove to sew my own corset but sadly the patters are no longer available T.T Its so hard to find good free corset patterns

[@sarasayad_]

Your voice is so soothing!!!

[@rebekahmui]

Thank you 💓

[@gothichinata4332]

The zipper thing I might try, too because I need it that way for a cosplay :D Thank you for making such a clear tutorial! Now I'm less scared to make my own ^^

[@rebekahmui]

Awesome! You're welcome

[@lorrainebijou4108]

I think it would be beneficial to iron the seams after pinning but before sewing to get a much more even look plus it would make it so much easier to sew.

[@rebekahmui]

That's a great suggestion. Thanks!

[@MelissaGemini]

it turned out soooo pretty.

[@rebekahmui]

Thank you 😊

[@aliciaolivas797]

Great idea with the zipper instead of the busk. I’m making an underbust corset for back support, but I didn’t want to spend too much on the busk. So I’m going to do this instead and buy the plastic whalebone.

[@rebekahmui]

Thanks! Hope your project goes well!

[@aliciaolivas797]

@@rebekahmui Thanks for the reply! My fabric and materials will be coming in the mail soon so I’m excited.

[@rebekahmui]

@@aliciaolivas797 yay! I recommend using some scrap or stiff lining fabric to do a mock-up of your pattern first, with some test boning in the seams. You don't have to bind it and it can be one layer, but then you can check the gap and other areas of fit so it is super comfy when it's all done! :)

[@aliciaolivas797]

@@rebekahmui Thanks for the advice, I’ll definitely be doing a mock up since it’s my first time. Plus I have wide hips so I’m going to have to adjust the pattern to fit lol.

[@rebekahmui]

@@aliciaolivas797 Awesome! Let me know how it goes!

[@hispringtime]

Wow great video, super helpful and clearly explained

[@JosieStev]

Nice pillow method

[@vanilasoxide1764]

Oh my god, I like your video so much. You know I'm really rookie in sewing, but I want to do my best. Um...how can I say it... I mean I'm not a native speaker and some words for me unclear especially terms or name of tools, so I'll be much happier if you someday will make subtitles. It's just my little dream, anyway you are sunny girl, thank you for this DIY, I hope that you'll get through everything ^^ p.s.: sorry for the mistakes

[@rebekahmui]

Thanks for your lovely comment. KZbin does have closed caption subtitles though they are not 100% accurate. If you could tell me which tools (based on the time in the video) you'd like to learn more about I'd be happy to list them. Your English it's fine - speaking more than one language is like a superpower 💓

[@Coops1985]

you made that look so easy!

[@rebekahmui]

Thanks! It's more tedious and repetitive than it is challenge especially once the pattern is already well fitted

[@Coops1985]

@@rebekahmui how do you make a mock up? is that what it's called? also with boning and zipper and eyelets etc?

[@rebekahmui]

@@Coops1985 I usually make the mock-up with thick canvas fabric. Only boning at the seams (one channel). No eyelets (though you can buy detachable eyelet strips for that purpose) - instead, I sew the lacing into the fabric to test

[@drea7896]

You did an awesome job. Thanks for sharing!!!

[@rebekahmui]

Thank you!

[@eS_artist.crafter]

Hey. Do you put the bones only in the inside fabric? (not the fashion fabric) cause I couldn't understand. I want to make a corset but I can't quite understand.

[@rebekahmui]

Hi, i out the bones in the channels of the fashion fabric layer. It's usually better to put them in the lining layer underneath but I wanted the boning to show.

[@mangalover0149]

I absolutely LOVE the fact that the corset page you used was written by Cathy Hay. She's utterly wonderful. Also, do you use the same size zip ties for each corset or does it change depending if it's over or under bust? I know that a few KZbinrs I follow use industrial (big) ones a lot of the time. Or is it just preference and availability?

[@rebekahmui]

I use 12 inch ones usually as I can't find them any longer her. I sometimes you the longer cheap boning from the fabric shop for very long boning channels 😛. Those aren't good. Cathy Hay is awesome!

[@meowmaster]

I'd really love to make one for myself but the links for the foundations revealed website aren't working T^T even the links on Google send me to an error page. I was wondering if there were any other resources available I can use instead of those. Great vid btw!!

[@islasmila7383]

think the links only work if you have a foundations revealed account

[@rebekahmui]

Hi! I think they've recently changed the website. I'm looking into other options and may create my own pattern at a later point. You could try signing up for a trial on the website

[@tealcuff7535]

im also having the same issue, i signed up for free but it still wont work:(

[@rebekahmui]

@@tealcuff7535 okay, I'll try to figure out something. It may take some time

[@meowmaster]

@@rebekahmui thank you so much for the extra options! I’m so excited to make my own

[@sophiaroth1930]

Great video, This is exactly what I'm looking for! I just have one question, What did you use as the laces in the back? It looks sort of like yarn but I'm not sure if it is... would ribbon work?

[@rebekahmui]

Thanks! I use a doubled yarn haha. Ribbons are much prettier but can slide about if they're made from polyester. I think a fine grosgrain might be pretty

[@sophiaroth1930]

@@rebekahmui Thank you!

[@rebekahmui]

@@sophiaroth1930 welcome 💓

[@merce4043]

It looks so good and well done! You are amazing! How long did it take you to make the entire project?

[@rebekahmui]

Thank you! It was a simple but repetitive process. I think about a week but because I was busy working

[@darussianping61]

It's gorgeous!!!

[@belinda199]

I can't enter the link of the pattern. Maybe you can try to upload the link again

[@cherifrey5256]

Thank you so so so sooooo much!!! ❤❤❤❤

[@olivinelm7788]

i'm very interested of making a corset but unfortunatly the links doesn't work...have you another website like that or a pattern? Anyway i love your video ^^

[@greymichael5392]

I want to make this but I have no idea how to shorted the original pattern! what did you do? also love the video your voice is so nice!

[@paula-zzz]

how many boning channels are in the finished piece? and how are they arranged?

[@Judas19840]

Beautiful

[@xnan6558]

You're amazingly gorgeous thanx for this May GOD bless you with goodness wherever you set

[@michaelsibug7387]

That’s a good video tutorial .Just want to ask...what size are the eyelets you used in this corset? Thanks

[@rebekahmui]

Hi! Thanks! mine are 5mm eyelets.

[@ewaoluwabalogun]

The patterns dont seem to be available, or am I doing something wrong ?

[@kittymictur8600]

I plan on making a corset purely for comfort (tired of bras being so painful), will the zip ties be enough support for long periods of time and daily use?

[@JosieStev]

I think so. Some bras have soft bones on sides

[@kittymictur8600]

@@JosieStev true, I just hope that the zip ties dont poke into my underarm or boob

[@JosieStev]

@@kittymictur8600 maybe wrap them with a cloth tape 🤔

[@kittymictur8600]

@@JosieStev I'll have to definitely try that, thank you for the suggestion

[@rebekahmui]

Hi! The zip ties are similar to plastic boning. I find them comfortable and breathable if the corset fits well. Another option would be straight or spiral steel boning - these are specially capped for safety.

[@sarahe.1930]

This looks amazing! Can you tell me how wide those zipties are? I can only find zipties that are 4,8mm ( about 1/5 inch) and I'm afraid those are too small

[@rebekahmui]

Hi, mine are about that width too. You can create more boning channels to put them side by side. I don't think the width matters as much as the correct length. If they are too thin, you may be able to put two zipties in each boning channel as well! Happy sewing!

[@sarahe.1930]

@@rebekahmui thank you!

[@ohno-wi1vb]

I think that it might be cute to not tuck that extra part in at the top too! Very pretty

[@alau2058]

Beautiful!

[@danieladownie6087]

Very nice!

[@elizabethk4242]

you made this look too easy, I thought it would be an easy project... it took a month and a half, to be fair though I had to hand sew the eyelets cause I couldn't get my hands on the metal ones. Done at last. never again. edit: making another one cause corsets are awesome.

[@rebekahmui]

😍😍😍🤣 It's more repetitive than technically difficult I'd say.. but worth having a well fitted corset!

[@mysticwillow333]

Also if your zip is nylon you can just cut it yes zip teeth as well .......X hope this helps

[@MiniChicCloset]

Hii rebekah..just saw your tutorial...it’s amazing...but can you please tell how did you join the linings together..it’s getting little difficult to understand that..thanks

[@rebekahmui]

Hi, I sewed the second and third lining as one piece. Then I sewed the front and back pieces together inside out on two seams, flipped them, then folded the front piece over the back piece. 😉 I think I'm not making much sense here though. Does this help?

[@erutsukafirestar]

I want to make a corset for my portfolio to submit to colleges and this tutorial is perfect! One question though, how much fabric did you use for each layer?

[@rebekahmui]

Awesome!! I used half a yard for each layer as I'm petite, less than five feet tall

[@sarahrudd4995]

What was the corset pattern you used called as the link no longer works?

[@ryan_godfrey]

Do you think this would be possible to hand sew? My sewing machine takes too much power for my current living situation so I've been hand sewing everything I make and I've made whole skirts and gloves and shirts so I don't think this is too big of a jump but I want to ask your opinion?

[@rebekahmui]

Hi! I definitely believe it's possible. It might take a little more time, but if you join 19th century or historical sewing groups, there are lots of folks who have hand-sewn corsets or stays. I imagine the zip section might be tricky, but you can try front and back lacing instead?

[@dai_ane96]

Can someone answer a question of mine? I am confused! Does Rebeka first made the bonning channels and then sew the two parts together and put the bonning or she made bonning channels in the first layer and then made more in the second layer? Thank you!

[@rebekahmui]

Hi, I made them in both layers to have options to add more boning. I believe I made the boning channels from seam allowances go in opposite directions so they wouldn't overlaps

[@dai_ane96]

@@rebekahmui Thank you so much for answering my question! Also, thank you for the video, you're awesome!!

[@audreyl704]

are you making them to sell them? i love your corset i would like to buy

[@eleanor6720]

How did you adapt the pattern to become an underbust pattern? I love the tutorial and also prefer the underbust look ❤️

[@rebekahmui]

Thanks! I just measured below bust level and lowered the pattern. There's also an underbust patterning tutorial free on foundations revealed

[@eleanor6720]

Great, thank you!

[@tiffanygucci7131]

When you use the denim as the outside lining, what do you use as the inner lining and how many layers of fabric?

[@zoeybellmoon3507]

So ... freakin.... talented

[@rebekahmui]

Awww you're too kind!

[@lexbruce806]

I could not find the corset pattern and the link did not work

[@Imasnailysnail]

Where's the free pattern gone :( the website says it's closed 😢

[@psalmwistrand2609]

Would it be fine to use a silky fabric for the fashion layer? I know it would be pretty, but i’m not sure if that type of fabric would fray too easily.

[@rebekahmui]

Hi! I'm currently making stays with a fabric like that. Zigzag scissors can help to reduce the fraying somewhat, or perhaps the product (I can't remember what it's called) that you apply to prevent fraying.

[@psalmwistrand2609]

Rebekah's Random Adventures Thanks!! I’ve been needing to buy some zigzag scissors, anyways.

[@emilyeliza6930]

would it be possible to not do a zipper on the front, and connecting the back and then doing the lacing on the front?

[@RudeGurlTheBOSS]

Hey but the link doesn’t work for the pattern

[@busymom3116]

Their website is closed

[@maamekesewaa1903]

Hello Can't have access to the link for patterns, pls help

[@debatingaftershock6816]

Thank you 😻

[@rouamribai5428]

amazing vid love it !!!!

[@dejamonroe989]

How do you get the pattern link not working anymore ?