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Basic Costume Construction


Saturday, February 23rd

10:15 AM - 11:45 AM

$35

Basic Costume Construction

Basic Costuming: Burlesque Bra Coverings will cover . . . well . . . how to cover a bra, and different tips on how to make it peel-able for stage. This workshop requires you to bring a list of items. Please be sure to check your list twice before coming to the workshop so you can leave with your own stage worthy bra!


What to Bring

  • A hard cup bra that fits you or is slightly big on you. Think a push-up bra, or one that has thicker cups.

  • 4-way stretch material (Just ask for the bathing suit material at the fabric store. The shop folks will help you out)

  • Straight pins

  • Thread that matches your fabric

  • Needle


Learning Outcomes

  • How to make a bra not look "off the rack"

  • Basic sewing skills

  • Basic draping skills

  • Adding an additional closure

  • How to attach stones to stretch fabric


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