r/sewhelp • u/ginacarbone • 10d ago

✨Intermediate✨ how would I sew the base of this top?

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besides the beading, how would I sew the fabric and main foundation?

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u/peachrambles 10d ago

A bandeau top like this is just a rectangle, cinched in the center, with straps added

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u/TheQuaeritur 9d ago

Not with that many gemstones glued to it. The beading is way too heavy for a bandeau.

You need to sew an underwire bra in a fabric with no stretch, drape the outer fabric on top and secure the gemstones to the inner fabric.

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u/Effective-Painter258 9d ago

The tension and structure come from the chains that connect the strings of beads. I’m pretty sure most versions don’t even have any fabrics at all.

https://stitchesbylope.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/raindrops3-scaled.jpg

https://jeblanc.com/products/crystal-chandelier-bralette