Self-Drafting a Victorian Corset + Cover - Christine’s Masquerade Dress (Phantom Movie 2004)

[@danielutzon4870]

You just went and self drafted a corset huh, you just did that

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Hehe, I guess so....I'm crazy is the only explanation!

[@danielutzon4870]

Bella Maes Designs it is impressive that’s for sure!

[@Bootadi]

So no draft for the corset itself.. can you link for a similar one ?

[@kittymowmow12]

@Kamden Deacon you're right, nobody cares. This is a costubing channel, not a drama channel. Take your crappy hacks and leave

[@pattikubacki622]

I am amazed at the self-drafting of patterns. That is something that I am terrified to do and can't seem to figure it out at all. The corset is wonderful, first attempt or not, and the cover is very very nice as well.

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Aw, thank you! I'm definitely better at drafting close fitting, structured things...but when it comes to added ease and making "regular" fitting things....thats where I get in trouble (thus the to tight of corset cover!)

[@mimidoll13]

A corset cover is also to protect the outer garments from the possible chafing of the corset.

[@spacecase0]

I have had my clothing wear through the fabric in the corset before. A corset cover would have stopped that from happening. Too bad that I did not know about that idea back then

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

That's very true! Thanks for sharing! ❤️

[@biazacha]

That's how I learned back in college; fabric was still pretty expensive so whatever they could do to preserve the clothes as long as possible they would.

[@lupa1445]

I also *believe* they were the precursor to the late edwardian brassiere, which was actually initially worn *With* a corset and not as a stand-alone bra, to help larger busted women hold in the - let's say 'spillage' - over the top edge of the corset. If someone knows more on this and I have misunderstood, please correct me :)

[@darklymoonlit]

As someone who is unreasonably devoted to pairs of bodies/stays (it's possible my final form is just a cone) the idea of just drafting a Victorian corset is wild. All those curves, all that math. But you killed it - it looks so good!

[@charlottegury1243]

"Guestimating" love it!!!❤

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Haha, yup! I do a lot of that! :)

[@daniellelove8552]

I'm going to try to self draft a corset using foundations Revealed articles. I'm really impressed with what you did here.

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Wonderful! I hope it goes well! And make more mock-ups than I did... :)

[@kirstenpaff8946]

Watching you create a top notch self drafted corset is like watching Olympic divers. It looks really cool, but deep down I know that if I attempted the same thing, I would bellyflop and end up in world of pain. I think I picked up the same style of thimble on a whim a while back, but haven't had a chance to use it yet. I am glad it works.

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Don't be too intimidated...I don't film a lot of the "aargh-ing" and such! :) Yes, the green thimble is definitely my favorite to use this far...and I really don't like having to use a thimble!

[@lisacastano1064]

@@BellaMaesDesigns where did you find that thimble I hate them but I need one.

[@robintheparttimesewer6798]

Wow that all turned out beautifully!! Don’t be so hard on yourself no matter what you make or how many you make you will always see something you would like to improve it’s a maker’s curse. We tend to lean towards perfectionism. The world looks at the overall garments we look at our mistakes. No matter how you see the little mistakes they are not highlighted in neon with arrows and signs screaming look at this stitch!!! Millions of lovely stitches but you look at the one that isn’t right. And yes I repeat this to myself not as much as I used to but it still pops up now and then.

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

It's so very true...and it's hard to overlook those things sometimes! Thanks for sharing! ❤️

[@TheMetatronGirl]

Robin, I used to be a crazy perfectionist. Roughly 20 years ago I learned that some Native American tribes believe that perfection in made goods is bad luck. Nature is imperfect, therefore it goes against nature. To avoid “cursing” whatever object they were working on, they’d intentionally make a mistake. I loved that idea, so from then on I quit worrying about little mistakes like a stitch out of place.

[@eleanorbirchellhughes]

I love all the little details, the holes in the bones for flossing, the flossing itself, your choice for making a scalloped edge with lace, and not forgetting the beautiful ribbon for the corset cover. Oh and the silk taffeta corset, beautiful! I'm so glad you didn't have to resort to my emergency thimble *whispers* masking tape, it would probably catch on silk anyway.

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Aw, thanks! ❤️ Oh dear! I never thought of that....if I didn't have a thimble, I probably would have gone without one....because I do most my sewing without one and I just don't like using one! 😂

[@eleanorbirchellhughes]

Thimbles are tricky, it took me years to get used to using one and many tryouts of different sorts. I persevered because I got fed up with getting the blunt end of the needle stuck in my finger when quilting or hand embroidery - it really hurts! I have to confess being a newbie youtuber that I can't actually juggle with a thimble whilst filming, you make it look so easy!

[@katherinec6031]

Your problem solving skills and creative additions and self-created tips and tricks are all inspiring! It helps to show that sewing, while technical, isn't set in stone and can be adapted to suit different needs or just be improved for new situations. Historical sewing has incredible methods, but I think our ancestors would hate to think that no one ever brought new things to the table because we limited ourselves to only copying!

[@yvonneburns2786]

I'm guessing the corset with an outer covering can be worn with similar coloured day dresses too, quite ingenius too when you think of it, much like todays matching bras to blouses or shirts especially if the material is of a sheer quality

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

That's very true! Thanks for sharing!

[@TheMetatronGirl]

Your corset is gorgeous! You have a gift for design. The lines are so unique and elegant, and the waist tapes look amazing. If I were wearing it, I’d like the back panels closer to my spine, but good gracious! You did two mock-ups! Two! I’m dead impressed. I loved the lace accents and red ribbon for your corset cover, too. Realizing how much time you spent on the corset, if you were to make the corrections you mentioned, I have no doubt the pattern would sell very well. Love, light and blessings to you and yours.

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Aw, thank you! Haha, only 2 mock-ups was a bit risky! ❤️

[@germanantoniopiedrahita9404]

A COMPLETE INDUSTRIAL PROCESS.... I am an aircraft structural technician for 21 years: and I can relate to your process of design of the pattern; cutting the material: assembly and then inspect. Anyway the second draft “on my personal opinion” it is the look that I will to see a girl walking in to a club with a nice pair of jeans or trousers or an stiletto skirt and a great pair of high heels and BE HIGH LIGHT OF THE PARTY. I want to see crossing the fence and explore that new way of wearing a corset GREAT JOB; GREAT JOB

[@Liz-sc5dg]

Just wow, I mean WOW! Self drafted and guestimating! I want to sew with you. Haha

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Awwww! ❤️

[@victoriastucky647]

Great job for self drafting it! I've seriously considered doing the same. Bernadette Banner had a number of fantastic tips and historical finds concerning corset making and I feel like this would further your skill even more. Keep up the work!

[@codenameg-fox2251]

Hey Bella, Just for any future Corset making, If you are having external boning channels that cover your seams sew your seam from the right side of the fabric so your seam allowance is visible. Then, after ironing the seam open and flat, trim the seam allowance back to a quarter or eighth of an inch and sew your boning casing over-top. It will encase your seam allowance and reduce bulk. bonus less sewing as well.

[@dawnbuxton8204]

That corset is too beautiful to cover up. Great job!

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Haha, that's definitely a point to be made! :)

[@susanlein7849]

So beautiful! Especially loved the waist detailing on the corset!

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Thanks! Yes, I do like that part! ❤️

[@Ahatube026]

Bella Maes Designs~! ! Nice to meet you. This is the best workmanship. perfect!! Very beautiful~~

[@LilacDaisy2]

WOW, the amount of work, detailing and expertise is mesmorising. So talented! And what a gorgeous result. I'm in awe.

[@vickinoeske1711]

The corset is a work of art and a thing of beauty.

[@carolempluckrose4188]

Nothing like making look so easy Bella Mae!!!!!!

[@donnellemorrison6761]

Wow. That corset is to die for! 💗💗

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Aw, thanks! ❤️

[@calumgalbraith958]

I’m so exited for this dress!!

[@bushranaeemi5963]

this video deserves a billion likes.... it is mind blowing and i really appreciate your effort

[@karinadaniel6267]

Mae Bella , you are a beautiful tutor. Great work , GOD be with you.

[@devyn9087]

I too wish I could guesstimate a corset pattern draft lol. Beautiful execution!

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

:) Thanks! ❤️

[@miridrei3450]

The corset is so gorgeous!

[@digitaldgirl4459]

Such beautiful work. First corset, you are a natural.

[@efjeK]

Wow, two beautiful garments!

[@emilygillespie563]

Beautiful! I love the shape you achieved with the corset. And now the agonising wait for the next installment begins!

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Thanks! That's wonderful to hear such anticipation!

[@Demon19Clover]

The corset looks absolutely stunning!! I very much love the flossing

[@teresaunderwood41]

The corset, and all the pieces so far are just lovely! You are so skilled and talented💗

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Aw, thank you! ❤️

[@inarios451]

Love your work. Very enterprising and creative. I was confused when you said lace insertion. In heirloom sewing, that was entredeux you were using. It's a bridge between fabric and lace. But you did attach the actual lace accurately with a zigzag stitch. You do beautiful work.

[@madebywera5048]

I am already in love with this series! I could watch your videos all day long! And you make all of this hard work look so easy and enjoyable :) Tho corset looks amazing with all of the lines and the shape of it. It really looks like a piece of art. Cant't wait to see the final reveal of The Dress :)

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Aw, you're so kind! Thank you! ❤️ I too, can't wait to see the finished dress! :)

[@susiecarson]

Gorgeous! Can’t wait to see the dress!

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Thanks! Me too...😂

[@foamandfog3112]

Absolutely amazing! So talented! I watched Phantom of the Opera for the first time last week after seeing your first video on this costume and it was amazing. Also, there is nothing better than a hand felled seam. They look amazing and you can do them while sitting on a couch and watching a movie

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

That's wonderful! I haven't seen it in year, so I definitely need to watch it soon! And true that!!

[@wendysalisbury7580]

As someone who can barely sew on a button, I am finding this fascinating! Just in awe...

[@kaciemccarthy5160]

A corset cover also to protect the outer garments from the possible chafing of the corset.

[@whateverworkaren3192]

I love the way how you drafted the pattern. The corset is perfect and looks very good on you. Also thank you for the idea of making the holes in the boning @~ @

[@TheMonsterGirlD]

It is really beautiful. This project has me very excited and I'm looking forward to see the next parts and it amazes me the ton of work and details that goes into it.

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Aw, that's so fun to hear! I'm excited to share it with you all! ❤️

[@EasyToSew]

Beautiful 👏👏Thank you for amazing tutorial 👍👍

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Thank you!

[@ayleenpereyra8635]

Wow, you even have an antique iron, very impressed

[@sherryyyy100]

I love that you make your own patterns!!

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

I do enjoy making my own! :)

[@htreat]

I am such a little girl! I’ve been doing research and fantasizing about making a dress like this. You are such an inspiration to me. I just subbed

[@isabelperry4097]

The lace insertion on the corset cover ended up looking a little like drawn thread work to me, which I think is pretty cool! Also your corset turned out really nicely, it looks so lovely!

[@efjeK]

I have the exact same thimble! I love it!

[@Ellaodi]

I gotta get one of these now!

[@pamelasmith6306]

You are very talented,,,such a beautiful corset and the construction is excellent,,,well done..

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Thank you! ❤️

[@emilenegalvin]

Beautiful work, as always! It’s a pleasure to see your process.

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Thanks for watching! ❤️

[@suzyqc7607able]

Oh, Bella Mae, You are the Queen Of delicate details.. The chemise Looked So pretty beneath the corset as you were working on the shape of the corset.. very very pretty.. The red ribbon also a very good choice.. The Silk is beautiful also. I love the way the lighting made it shimmer & looked like the feel of it was wonderful to work with.. Well done .. I can not wait to see the entire thing come together.

[@margotonnotogrambeee]

And the corset cover! She adds lace to the armholes and she makes a scalopped design! On the armholes! I am not able to properly sew a curved seam by machine,but a scalloped design on something as tiny as an armhole... I'm so much impressed

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Aw, thank you! ❤️❤️❤️

[@paulaj7682]

That corset is absolutely stunning. Wonderful job all around. Brava!

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Thank you! ❤️

[@VideoMeo]

So pretty! The details are really what make this so spectacular.

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Aw, thanks! ❤️ I do love details!

[@ldg2655]

Beautiful corset! And I love the chemise!

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Thanks! ❤️

[@frank7411]

Your corset turned out gorgeous!

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Ah, thanks!

[@Martina.392]

Incredible piece of art, so so beautiful, congrats 😍💗

[@ClareAngel78]

They both look amazing you did an incredible job and you should be very proud of yourself 😌

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Thank you! ❤️

[@vintagepomegranate2981]

So pretty!! Watching this makes me want to make a Victorian Corset 💗

[@Dolleemixtures]

Soooo this vid put me to sleep WAIT WAIT WAIT!!!! In a good way. You have a really calming voice and an awesome visual asmr style. Loving your channel. New today ❤️

[@elfqueen5638]

This is so beautiful 😻 🤩🤩🤩 I really hope mine comes out this pretty. I want to use mine to shape my tummy after losing some weight.

[@misselaineousmoments476]

Very nice work! I enjoyed watching. I've recently been inspired by several historical sewing channels here on KZbin, and I'm returning to sewing. I'm very excited to be sewing once again!

[@giorgiopaolino9131]

Brava! You are such an inspiration!

[@cecilyfortune8164]

I recently found your channel and am really enjoying it. This project series is very fun to watch. Thank you for sharing.

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Glad to have you here for this sewing journey! Thanks for watching! ❤️

[@annamariaselvaggi6725]

Bella Mae you did a fabulous job on your corset projects. I enjoyed watching your video and I am an experienced sewer so I can tell you that you have excellent sewing abilities. 😍😍😍❤️❤️❤️🇨🇦

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Aw, thank you so much!

[@abandonedpast6410]

Looking awesome, the small details are excellent, especially the flossing!!

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Thanks! ❤️

[@JackErufu]

Your work is always so beautiful and well made!

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Aw, thank you!

[@rebeccaharden2196]

Wow beautiful, you did an awesome job!!!

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Aw, thanks! ❤️

[@nicolataylor6546]

Another lovely video, your corset and corset cover are really pretty! I am currently working on a 1903 S bend corset, I haven’t decided if I’m going to do flossing or not but your tip for putting holes in the synthetic whalebone was really helpful.

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Thanks! ❤️ That sounds great, I do really like the look of flossing...

[@SJLamb-te3dt]

I do love that corset and the cover! Your flossing really took the project to the next level, it is always that attention to detail that pushes a project from good to great. I do wonder if 3 or 4 rows of micro ruffles on the bust of the corset cover would disguise the hard line of the corset beneath better. In fashion plates you rarely see that hard line. I’m not sure what the most flattering way of disguising it would be.

[@Pke6853]

What a beautiful job you are so talented. Cheers Tricia.

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Aw, thanks! ❤️

[@Samanthuelmoore]

Hey dear. Just a tip. Next time you're cutting the side panels of your corset parter.... Cut them slightly on the bias and the pulling at the sides won't happen xx

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

That's something I realized after the fact! :) Thanks for sharing!

[@Ventura0404]

Without a doubt absolutely gorgeous

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Aw, thanks!

[@emmabruce4990]

That is one beautiful corset 😍

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Aw, thanks! ❤️

[@idahoroots]

Love watching your videos and seeing how it all comes together

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

That's wonderful to hear! Thanks! ❤️

[@superamy213]

This is gorgeous, great work!

[@CarolWoc]

It is just so beautiful 😍

[@charlarp]

So beautifully made

[@littlejamese]

You Did A Very Good Job !

[@aliloucreations1817]

Beautiful just beautiful ❤️❤️❤️

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Thanks! ❤️

[@ayleenpereyra8635]

Congratulations it is beautiful, well made.

[@hiltrautwanda2499]

great video! But i would really want so see the corset from inside a little bit more. The construction is so interesting!

[@alexzandra75]

Glad I found your video. I am a brand new subscriber to your channel. I look forward to more videos and inspiration. I have been reading a lot because I want to start drafting my own patterns for me, I have issues finding fast fashion so I know it would be costly to have someone else make my costumes. I have been sewing for years but never self drafted. It is less difficult than I thought. Once you see how it is down and actually learn to draft, even a little, it makes it a little less scary. Thank you.

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Thanks for subscribing! I'm so happy to have you here for this sewing journey! Yes, self-drafting is really fun and the more you do, the more naturally it comes!

[@hapimasina774]

👏👏👏👏 well done. That is so beautiful

[@honeykhandan4770]

Thabo you for this amazing video😍 you are so talented ❤️❤️

[@kzisnbkosplay3346]

So much boning! It came out lovely.

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Thanks!

[@louiselill1528]

I think your corset is beautiful and everything else too

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Thanks! ❤️

[@ilovecreativitymaking8267]

I love love love this tutorial and thank you so much for sharing very helpful tutorial and beautiful

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Happy to share! Thanks for watching!

[@SullenAngel]

Both pieces are beautiful! 💕 I've never seen a corset made with those double waist tapes before, it gives it such a unique look. Does it feel different wearing than standard waist tape corsets? You are so talented, I can't wait to see what's next!

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Thanks! ❤️ Me neither! I didn't see it until I saw the corset in the ad! Personally, I didn't feel much of a difference.

[@Paloumi]

Wow you make this look sooooo easy

[@Ashes_Rose8]

Next time you draft a corset you should aim to have a 2-3" gap in the back. Your gap looks to be a bit much so you wont actually get much back support. But great job! Its very pretty.

[@franklinsalgado4520]

¡¡¡¡¡¡HERMOSO TRABAJO!!!!!!! FELICITACIONES!!!!! Gracias por el contenido que publicas!!!!!!!

[@estelledesigns]

You are crazy talented! I can't believe you self drafted that corset pattern just by looking at a picture! Does the insertion lace in the corset cover serve any particular purpose aside from looks?

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Aww, thanks! ❤️ Not really any purpose other than looks. Though I considered putting ribbon through it...but then I realized the holes were pretty small to do that with!

[@marymary5494]

Exquisite work. 👌💕

[@kambriadelaney1017]

corsets also help support the wight of the skirt

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

That's very true!

[@efjeK]

Wow beautiful intro!

[@anon6056]

I love these videos of yours

[@awinelm]

Wow! You made beautiful things, its realy ameizing, i love it

[@HistoricalBelle]

Wow! Amazing project and video!

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

Aw, thank you! ❤️

[@RealAngelOfMusic]

this is just incredibly beautiful 😍 I really want to get into corset making and I'd love to make one that looks similar to this one, I just love how it looks 🥺😍 and yes, this is really late to... Everything, but can I ask where you got the fonts from? especially the one that looks like handwriting ❤️

[@cjtramm8]

That corset I’d really beautiful

[@ComptonCreations]

Is the extra room on the silk taffeta to avoid puckering of the fabric once it has the tension of being laced, or is is for another reason? It turned out so beautiful and it fits you very well.

[@hotjanuary]

The corset sits over a rounded form instead of a flat form. The outer layer has to be a bit larger to accommodate the thickness added by the inner layer.

[@BellaMaesDesigns]

So it's just as "Pi for breakfast" explained... since the corset (and most other garments) are wrapping around you body, the out layer of fabric needed to be just a bit larger than the under layer (If you know about circumference, this can help...you just need a bit more room in that outer layer!) Also, it depends on how the seams are folded as well...if a seam is directly onto it's self, the outer layer of fabric need more room to wrap around that fold than the inner layer. Hope that helps!