TUTORIAL - Altering the Momiji Bralette for High Tummies and Protruding Bellies

An easy tutorial on how to adjust the longline cradle on the Momiji Bralette for a round or protruding belly. Many of us shy away from longline bras for a myriad of reasons from postpartum to acid reflux or simply due to body shape (perceived or otherwise). A longline CAN be comfortable and not cut in by modifying the pattern to FIT your body rather than trying mold it.

Momiji Longline Bralette

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Now, its time to grab your Cradle Pattern piece, scissors, spare paper and tape to get started!

STEP 1: Cut a straight line up the center of your Cradle Pattern piece from the bottom to the point, leaving it connected at the top (slash and hinge).

STEP 2: Swing out your pattern piece to extend the bottom band by amount needed (slash and spread). If you made a muslin, compare the slanted side seam against a straight edge and note the difference.

Momiji Protruding Belly

Slide a scrap piece of paper behind your pattern piece to fill in the space created and tape it down. Be sure to straighten off the bottom line, maintaining the original length of the side seams.

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