How to add a shelf bra to a tank top

Tanks are so versatile, perfect for layering under all your favorite wardrobe-essentials. But we also want to wear them on their own, and sometimes they don’...

I found my love of the shelf bra this summer. I see no reason to wear a "regular" bra anymore. My body's enjoying it's new...

I Love Tank Tops...Strappy Spaghetti Strap Tops, in Cotton, that are Cool and Fun to Wear...BUT, Finding Ones that Tick All the Boxes for Wear-Ability are Tough…

The Nettie Sewalong by Closet Core Patterns - adding a shelf bra and foam cups to your dress or bodysuit

I spent the evening watching "Field of Dreams" and sewing maxi dress BWOF 7-09 #124B to demonstrate how I made the shelf bra. I am sew in love with this pattern! I know I do not need a closetful of maxi dresses, especially not with halter necklines, but this dress is so comfortable. I used a poly knit that was left over from a Maggie London twist dress I made a couple years ago. So on to the tutorial. First I cut out the front of the dress The next thing I did was take measurements for the…

I Love Wearing Racerback Tank Tops...BUT...the Standard Bra Straps that poke out from the Tank is never a great look...Then...I discovered a Simple HACK to Curb…

I Love Tank Tops...Strappy Spaghetti Strap Tops, in Cotton, that are Cool and Fun to Wear...BUT, Finding Ones that Tick All the Boxes for Wear-Ability are Tough…

I Love Wearing Racerback Tank Tops...BUT...the Standard Bra Straps that poke out from the Tank is never a great look...Then...I discovered a Simple HACK to Curb…

I Love Tank Tops...Strappy Spaghetti Strap Tops, in Cotton, that are Cool and Fun to Wear...BUT, Finding Ones that Tick All the Boxes for Wear-Ability are Tough…

I'm taking another quick break from Belize posts to share this DIY. I was inspired by this Balenciaga crop top that I saw both Gwynet...

I love patterns from Patterns for Pirates and not wearing a real bra all the time, so experimenting with adding a shelf bra to a P4P tank had to happen. Of the several options available, I chose to…

How-Do-You-Do-Bardot Maillot (left), Bubblegum Top (right) I recently wore a dress to a wedding that had a gorgeous back to it, however, usually when there's a gorgeous back there's no room for a bra. Christine

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You don't want your bra straps to show under your halter, and you defently don't want to go without a bra!

According to the Textile Glossary, a shelf bra is "a bra that is built right into the garment." What does this mean for you? Comfort, as well as less clothing—something which is especially welcome when the weather grows warm. Thanks to the shelf bra, you won't have to wear a bra and a shirt, top or dress, ...

Lady of Whimsy: Sewing project- Adding a bra top to my dress

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I will never buy a bra again, and here is what I do instead! This video is all about the ultimate fashion hack: DIY bras. #DIYBras #LingerieRevolution #BraMaking #SustainableFashion #FashionDIY #CustomBras

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