Teach Yourself to Sew: Make Your Own Dress Form, Part 2

Finish the dress form and add a floor stand.
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[@4adiva]

Okay, my husband and I did this. It’s a BIG job, took us days, and we had to modify the design a bit e.g., we added stiff support with a wooden plate through the bust line so the breasts wouldn’t collapse. Taping bra cups inside to support the breasts was useless. The bra cups are nowhere near strong enough to prevent collapse, plus the duct tape won’t stick to the inside of the form (which, as you’ll recall, is lined with t-shirt and plastic wrap). Now that the form is complete, I’m happy and I have something functional. Just don’t go into this lightly. Oh, and be prepared to cringe when you see a 3D version of yourself! LOL I just about died when I saw the pot belly. Sigh. PS We didn't use the kitty litter box. Hubby found a lovely lampstand from a thrift store to use instead. Works like a charm and looks nice, too.

[@fionayoung6311]

4adiva yes I’m a bit concerned when I make my own made to measure bodice , about my belly 😏I might get some initiative to do something a hour it , even though I’ve tried everything and nothing has worked for me ! But I’m never!! Giving up 👍🙏

[@LadyBlack22]

This (and it's part 1) are by far the best videos I've seen on how to make a functional duct tape dress form. Thank you for sharing!

[@nsmith9001]

The very best tutorial on making a dress form. We followed your instructions and it took us about 3 1/2 hours. We paused your video step by step, and we love the results!

[@Threads]

Thank you! We are so gratified that the tutorial helped you.

[@NuclearMango.]

I plan on using your technique to make a foam dress form. After creating the form with the tape, I'll line it all with plastic wrap then spray with a release agent. Seal it up with the pole inside, invert it and then fill with a low expanding foam mixture. Remove the tape form covering the set foam. Set it up on the pole, trim and then cover with a dress form cover. My daughter has agreed to be my "muse". I'm so excited to get started.

[@DawnaRo]

Please report back how it worked. Better yet, do a youtube video!

[@RMacca]

Cat Chick please let us know how it goes! Interested in doing the same thing if it goes well

[@robertsherman9975]

Cat Chick-just a thought. Prior to making the form. Think about covering the Muse, with the really thin painters plastic drop cloth. Smoothing it as smooth as you can, with masking tape. It would be near impossible to get a smooth surface, trying to line it, once it’s made. Also if your planning on using the expandable foam, make sure it’s the rigid type. Keep in mind, you should make several relief holes, otherwise if you overfill, you won’t blow out all your hard work. Good luck and great idea !

[@KattGothica]

Thank you so much! I need a dress form but can't afford a custom one. And had seen a blog about doing this but it was not clear. Now I can make one myself. Q? Could you make a fabric cover for it so we can see the process?

[@hermajesty52]

Absolute best tutorial for this. Made one years ago and it was….ok….. THIS one fixes all the defects of the first one and is so professional!! Thank you!!!

[@nastashavalentinodefranco2990]

Very Informative! Thank You! I love The Beginning on Doing And Cutting out the Neck Part, and when I saw the other’s before I had seen yours I was thinking of a way to avoid having to be in duct tape that long with it being around my neck, and you answered my question, without me even having to give it a second thought! Thanks a lot💯

[@janicemalone3720]

That was great. Now I will need to find someone to help me with my personal form. Thank you. God bless.

[@pegsbarton6353]

Thank you for your very clear and thorough instructions. Very helpful indeed.

[@bpaulsen6701]

Much better than other dress form tutorials. Thanks so much for being so thorough. Not sure when I'll have time to tackle this huge project, but really looking forward to making it a priority! Thanks!

[@terriem3922]

Thank you thank you thank you! By far the best tutorial I have seen. ❤

[@raraavis7782]

Great idea with the kitty litter box, haven’t seen that one before. Cheap and effective!

[@ginaesther2020]

Helloo.. From Panama....Its the best of the best in your tutorial....I saw too manys tutoriales...I am going to do....it was dream...for made my own dress.. You are the best..

[@michellesoomro7946]

This is brilliant!!! What a simple and easy way to make a dress form for my very NOT standard body. Thank you so much. I feel like I hit the jackpot and you totally made my day. Well, its almost Friday, and its safe to say you made my week!!

[@fionayoung6311]

Thank you 🙏👍😘😘. So inventive . I’ have a Marilyn bodice , but I’ll def be making one of these

[@audrealambert9583]

Oh I can't wait to make this ! Thank you for this handy content. I am thrilled 😊💖🗽

[@1949chefjojo]

This form is a great idea and so economical too. Thank you, Joanne Cohen.

[@libyanteacher4816]

THANK you so much for this amazing tutorial... it is the best video ive seen about making maniquenes ..

[@monarospigliosi8331]

thank you very very much, I am a big person, and it was very difficult to try my garment, you are so clear and professional to explain. thanks again

[@ptoste1]

Amazing 🤩 thank you for sharing. 👌🙏👏👏❤️❤️❤️

[@elliemitch6802]

Thanks so much. Wish I saw this as I bought a mannequin over the weekend. But it's good to know how to make a dress form. Thank you

[@pedinurse1]

WOW you are brilliant, very clear and easy to follow

[@wendyteague3835]

This is wonderful! Thanks so much! Couple of questions when yo have time. Where are you taping the pole inside the form? How do you figure out how much poly fill you need?

[@lisuebie]

My daughter helped me, and I agree with 4adiva that the result is shocking :) I'm thinking of putting my dress form next to the tv, so when I get the urge for a bowl of ice cream I see why I really shouldn't. However, so far it has taken a good two hours to do the taping and I am in process on the rest of it. I, too, have been wondering about the solidity of the whole thing. Fiberfill seems awfully squishy - small animal litter (close to saw dust) would be solid, but awfully heavy. However, it is so much better than nothing at all - or spending hundreds of dollars or euros on a professional form that still had different measurements than I do.

[@sava1606]

If you can access lots of fabric scraps and can take the time to cut them into smaller scraps and bits, it would be sturdier than fibre filler while not being too heavy. Takes a lot of time though!

[@tinaraymond6421]

Thank you, thank you!!! My daughter lives far away from me, and I want to see for her. This is perfect! She’s 6’ tall, long torso, big busted, short- waisted, and narrow hips. This is an answer to my prayers. AND we can make one for me while we’re at it. 😃

[@IvankaB]

Excellent video and information! Thank you very much for this! Very instructive and clear explanations. Love it!

[@santiagorodriguez2836]

love this woman!

[@annaishalove1558]

Muchisimas gracias, el mejir tutorial que he visto para hacer un maniqui personalizado, bendiciones y saludos 👏👏👏💗💖💕

[@lizzywheeler6963]

This is great. Thank you for the videos. You mentioned that you can make it into a fabric dress form. Is there a separate video for the next stage? Many thanks

[@shanksre6186]

Thank you 🇬🇧

[@PrinxexB]

great job. kindly share a video to illustrate how to sew a dress using it.

[@shirleymurphy-jones6824]

This is a fantastic guide. Just need a friend who won't think I am crazy. Lol

[@cristinepaoocampo4354]

Superrrrrr.... Muy claro el video... Gracias por compartir

[@blancamidiammarintorres4962]

Gracias, gracias, por su aporte.

[@isldgal]

I love this

[@safirassafir2562]

Thank you for all you are just wonderful💐😘🌹💖

[@khuvuoncualacthu]

It's amazing and very helpful! Thank you!!! :)

[@Reb0rta]

Thank you!!!! Amazing tutorial

[@gracieallen8285]

What a good idea.

[@srutirose]

mam your amazing...thankyou for this tutorial

[@JacquiViljoen]

Thank you, you make it look so easy, so let us try then.

[@marlenesantana4427]

A melhor explicação que eu ja vi!!! Nota 1000!!

[@amykeever8527]

Wow!!!! What a blessing!!

[@hadasaatelier7198]

Thank you very much😘😘😘

[@CylindricalFerret]

wonderful, thank you.

[@mikeyshappylife4424]

Thank you

[@itkahsramal4983]

Love this.

[@hnaaewas6228]

very good >>>> thank you very much

[@14bogota]

Very nice !!thankyou!

[@kikibelle5050]

Thank you very much for sharing.

[@victorsverix7973]

Excellent !

[@joyace9674]

Amazing idea but I would need someone to add the tape all around my body don’t have anyone is a great idea thank you for teaching us how to make a mannequin I would have to buy one

[@megsamum]

Mind blown. Thankyou thankyou thankyou

[@fatimasogliasoglia8103]

Perfeito nota 1000 adorei a idéia muito obrigada

[@mekowalker7397]

Good job

[@nadirdz7546]

Bravo .je suis émerveillé

[@faridabelloula6614]

Thank you merci beaucoup pour vos idées

[@letmeexplain1816]

Fantastic thank you 😚

[@bogdanfutera]

Very informative

[@DanceWithLife11]

Lovely! - thank you

[@delightful75]

I wonder if I could use this same concept, but use spray foam on the inside to make it pin able 🤔

[@cassandravogel2339]

I am not a professional, but I've seen a tutorial where someone has done exactly what you suggested and she said it worked, so...good luck, I hope you find your way to make your dress form!

[@daniallecrotts9753]

Did you try this? Did it work?

[@delightful75]

@@daniallecrotts9753 yes actually I did this for a dress form, and mannequin head for a wig I was making. The dress form was messy but successful. So I took a breather and collected my thoughts and then made a wig head after

[@queenholland3823]

Good job, thumbs up☝! 😳

[@aceitunapalta]

Thank you. 🙏🏻

[@udayanganiperera4078]

Thank you so much

[@carolinaolivera8817]

Perfecto!🙂

[@christypoos9728]

Thank you.

[@PoutineProductions]

Can I just use the tape dress form to make a non-tape version? After getting the shape and lining it, I can just cut pieces off and trace them onto a paper or something?

[@Threads]

We are not sure what you are trying to do. The dress form is three dimensional, and it would be difficult to transfer it directly to a two dimensional piece of paper.

[@jaquelinesouza8168]

Thank you🙋🇧🇷

[@AlexSir64]

Великолепно! Хорошая работа.

[@olgaorde4161]

Is the hanger staying inside of the dummy?

[@ejohnson2060]

How much batting do you suggest purchasing? Great video, thanks!

[@helenbrown8572]

Normally 3-4 cheap bed pillows is enough

[@firstdayonline]

Really thank you! : )

[@udayanganiperera4078]

Wooooow. Amazing

[@walloswallo]

How do you secure the pvc pipe inside the mold?

[@barbra429]

Do you have an instructional video on how to make a form for pants

[@انتصارالحريرى-ض5ف]

شكرا جزيلا ❤❤

[@MALIKKhan-bo8ku]

Good

[@binashagolsem2867]

Mem show us how to draft in that body form.

[@highwaytohealth1040]

hI HOW DO YOU COVER THE DRESS FORM IN FABRIC??

[@cubanforever7422]

❤❤❤

[@Manu52498]

perfect.

[@carmencarmen6537]

👏👏👏👏👏👍👍 muy bueno

[@yoonmikim5663]

I don't get why people don't use the ducktape form to create a cloth version of the form.you should know patterning well enough to make it flat and custom yourself and then use those pieces to make a proper form you can pin, etc.

[@tiffanymalloy2121]

Wow, again!

[@eileenkenny7718]

Very comprehensive but why did you use hanger?

[@oldtimerlee8820]

So it can be hung from a closet rod, chain or cord suspended from the ceiling, or a bracket mounted to the wall (such as a bracket for hanging potted plants). This is an alternative to having a pole mount. Additional benefit is the hanger also gives support inside the form across the shoulder area. Hope this helps.

[@ФаридаТураева-ш8ф]

Отличная идея, отличное видио! Лайк, а не могли бы Вы делать субтитры на русском языке, пожалуйста.

[@jau2552]

a MAZ ing!!!

[@Flo-66]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@soniachetri2858]

Thanku so much Ur amazing

[@mahammeer3986]

great......soooooooppppppprrrrrr

[@lisajarvis3820]

😎

[@hjyeiskpeh]

wow 😘👍🏻

[@elifargunsah154]

😘👏👏

[@mrpipelavise]

Unbelievable!

[@47retta]

This video makes the price of a dress form seem not so bad!

[@oldtimerlee8820]

It isn't when comparing less than $50 for a DIY one when compared to $1,000 commercial custom form. I agree, it isn't bad!

[@oxanacoltiuc7640]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👏👏👏👏👏

[@mrsgingernoisette]

QUEEEN

[@ms.samarelsisi5005]

I tried to do it but I failed Sorry it's bad idea

[@kristenm348]

We just did this and it worked fine... Turned out exactly like hers.

[@JosyVital]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏❤😍

[@bibywaliemy6707]

السلام عليكم رجاءن ترجمه عربيه وشكرا