Freja Bra Pattern

The Freja full band bra pattern is another look gleaned from ready-to-wear that is a favourite among bra enthusiasts. The sheer upper cup is set into the bra using a pleasing s-curve seam, that only looks complicated. The unique cut of this pattern allows the outer lower cup to act as a power bar, pushing in from the side for greater support and uplift. The upper cup has three views that change the look of the bra from tailored, to absolutely stunning. Choose between accenting a sheer fabric with Fold-over Binding; or the same fabric finished with elastic trim, or use that fabulous lace edging you’ve been saving for the “right” bra.

Like all Pin-up Girls bra patterns, Freja uses a unique sizing system based on your Bottom Cup Depth (BCD). That is the distance from the apex or bust point to the wire line of the bra. This is much more accurate than relying on ready-to-wear sizes. Instructions for measuring are inside the envelope, as well as all sizes in the range.

Materials List:

0.5 m (.5 yd) of low-stretch knit such as Duoplex for the cups, frame and straps
0.3 m (.33 yd) of firm power net or very firm stretch knit fabric
0.6 m (0.66 yd) or less of lace edging 6” (15 cm) wide if making view C
0.3 m (3/8 yd) or less of sheer cup lining to use for the upper cup (View A) or behind the lace (view C)
0.7 m (.75 yd) or less of 3/8” (9 mm) fold-over binding for View A
1.2 m (1.33 yd) or less of bottom band elastic: 1/2" (12 mm) for sizes 3.0 to 4.5 or 3/4" (18 mm) for sizes 4.75 and up
1.2 m (1.33 yd) or less of 3/8” (9 mm) top band elastic
0.6 m (.7 yd) or less of fancy edge elastic trim for the neckline edge for view B
0.6 m (.66 yd) or less of non-stretch tricot tape to stabilize the neckline
0.6 m (.66 yd) of strap elastic: 1/2" (12 mm) for sizes 3.0 to 4.5 or 3/4" (18 mm) for sizes 4.75 and up
2 sliders & 2 rings to correspond with the strap width you are using
1 hook and eye set; 2 x 3 for sizes 3.0 to 4.5 or 3 x 3 for sizes 4.75 and up
1 m (1.1 yd) or less of underwire casing (channeling)
1 set of Underwires in your size - view Underwire size chart
3 bows or other embellishment for the front

If you are not quite confident enough about your ability to make a bra and fit it from the pattern, why not consider taking a class in Beginner Bra-Making through Craftsy.com? We use the Pin-up Girls patterns for all classes. You learn the professional methods of construction, then get it professionally fitted to YOUR unique body.

If you will be using underwires in your bra, please see our Underwire size chart to determine your correct underwire size and type. You will notice 3 different underwire styles listed on the chart - WR, WL, and WX.

Click on the underwire type listed for your size.

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WL - Long Underwires : http://bramakers.wpengine.com/product/long-underwire-metal-bra-underwires/
WX - Extra Long Underwires : http://bramakers.wpengine.com/product/extra-long-underwire-metal-bra-underwires/


Pattern Sizes:

This pattern uses a unique sizing system, called the Bottom Cup Depth Sizing Method (BCD).  All BCD sizes from 2.25 through 7.5 are included in this one pattern which offers the equivalent of over 100 ready-to-wear sizes. This includes the "in-between" sizes that ready-to-wear does not carry!

While wearing your best-fitting non-padded bra, be sure to hold the tape flat against your body and do not twist. Measure your BOTTOM CUP DEPTH, which is the measurement from the apex seam following the curve of the breast down to the seam at the wireline on the lower cup pattern piece – that is the Bottom Cup Depth. This number (in inches) is the pattern size you will use. For example, if you measure 5.25” BCD, you will trace the 5.25 size for all pieces.

Next, measure your RIB CAGE, pulling the tape snug against the skin but not tight. If you measure 34” on the rib cage, you will trace to the line marked 34 on the 5.25 band pattern piece.

The unique feature of the BCD system of sizing is that is the cup you’ve chosen is too small or too large, you simply make the next BCD size up or down.

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