How To Sew A Bat Overbust Corset
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Overview
Learn how to sew our Bat Corset Overbust sewing pttern with this step-by-step tutorial! The pattern includes added structure to the bust and hips perfect for drag queens. Great for Halloween costumes and anyone craving a show-stopping, bat-wing fantasy. Available in sizes XS - 4X, this corset will give you all the curves and wings you need to take flight!
Pattern Difficulty: Advanced
Sizing Details
This pattern is available in our unique drag queen sizes (XS-4X). Please review our sizing guide for more information on our size measurements.
Fabric & Notions
The recommended fabrics are those with no stretch.
- Faux Leather
- Faux Suede
- Cotton-Polyester Blend
- Denim
- Canvas
- Twill
- Jacquard
- Satin (non-stretch)
- Silk Dupioni
- Brocade
- Duck Cloth
- Gabardine
- Non-Stretch Velvet
- Interlining (for extra strength)
- Rigilene Boning 1.5cm / 0.5in wide (Sewable)
- Rigilene Boning 1cm / 0.4in wide (Sewable)
- Plastic Boning 0.6cm / 0.25in wide (Non-sewable)
- Twill Tape 2.5cm / 1in wide
- Double Folded Bias Tape 3cm / 1.2in wide
- Intimate Bra Foam
- Bra Underwire
- Bra Pads
- Medium-weight Fusible Interfacing
- Cord or Lace 5-7 yards
- Grommet Tool
- Metal Eyelets
Fabric Yardage
The yardage below is based on fabric widths of 44 inches.
| Size | Full Lining | Shell Body | Shell Bust & Hips |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 1y | 1y | 0.5y |
| S | 1y | 1y | 0.5y |
| M | 1y | 1y | 0.5y |
| L | 1y | 1y | 0.5y |
| XL | 1.25y | 1y | 0.75y |
| 2X | 1.25y | 1y | 0.75y |
| 3X | 1.25y | 1y | 0.75y |
| 4X | 1.25y | 1y | 0.75y |
If you would like a shell style all in one fabric, follow the full lining yardage needed for a full shell.
For information on converting inches to meters, please check out our conversion guide.
Sewing Instructions
Watch the Youtube video tutorial above for sewing instructions.
