Wrap the bra around the foam model

Choose the bra to use for your bra hat project, and note the size of the bra. Visit the local lingerie shop or the women's department of a clothing store, and ask if they have foam or cardboard support inserts that fill the display bras in their store. Ask for the inserts that match the size bra you chose for the project. For this hat project, the main features of the bra are not hidden; they are enhanced.

Wrap the Hot Sexy Lingerie around the foam model head with the cups facing outward. The "V" portion of the cups should be in the middle of the forehead area. Secure the bra in that position with a safety pin, using it also to fasten the straps that go around your back. These are the only straps you will not be removing.


Apply a small amount of hot glue to each section of the bias tape that covers a section of boning. Sew the rest of the bias tape to the corset/bustier with a sewing machine, using a wide, tight zigzag stitch.Find the middle of the corset/bustier by folding it in half. Mark the middle with tailor's chalk. Find the middle of the bra and mark it with tailor's chalk.Match the middle of the bra to the middle of the corset/bustier. Attach the bra to the bias tape that covers the edge of the corset/bustier, using straight pins.Sew the fabric portions of the bra to the bias tape edge of the corset/bustier with a zigzag stitch on your sewing machine. If your bra has underwire, use the needle and thread to hand sew the casing that covers the underwire to the bias tape edge.

Gather reference images of the Princess Leia slave costume from as many views as possible. You can find images as screen captures from the film or publicity scans by using the link in the Resources section of this article. Using these images, draw the parts of the costume that you would like to make in detail. Make sketches from all sides and, if necessary, draw close-ups of any detailing on the costume so that you have as clear a guide as possible.

Adjust the bra's neck strap as needed. If it is too tight, you can loosen it. If you find you are not getting the support you need, tighten it.Pull your halter top on over your halter bra and see if the halter bra is hidden. If the halter bra is not hidden, you may want to find a different halter bra with a thinner strap or with a lower cut.MORE:Cheap Plus Size Lingerie Sale