Demystifying Bra Fitting and Construction

I have learned some useful things from this book. The sections on equipment, supplies & fabric are excellent & the guide to fixing fitting issues seems good, although so far I haven't managed to get as far as making a bra.This is mostly because the book lacks an explanation of one of the key elements in getting a bra to fit well: how to determine what size underwires to buy. It tells you to measure the underwire of a bra that fits, but what if the reason you're making your own bras is because you can't find one that fits? After spending £17 on this book I didn't expect to have to search the internet for such fundamental information. For that reason alone I can't give it 5 stars.There are a couple of other, minor niggles: referring to "pin stitching" without explaining what that means, for instance, and not enough pictures in one section. The latter is unusual because most sections have lots of excellent, clear pictures to help you understand what the author means.Overall a good book and had it contained the information about bra wires it would have earned 5 stars.

Goes into depth about bra construction, fabrics & techniques. Does not involve any info on pattern drafting but I wasn't expecting any after reading other reviews so am purchasing a book on that separately.Would recommend having some competence and knowledge of garment construction before attempting bra making.

Anyone buying this book should know that you will have to buy the pattern separately if you wish to work from the book and it's worth noting that the fabrics and findings for making bras are not cheap so if you are hoping to make your own to save money then you may want to think again. Then again if you want custom made for comfort, this is a good starting point.

Bought this for my sister she is very talented at making things.

Another lingerie pattern book - good to have more views and methods the better.