Maya Bra

This is a PDF sewing pattern
This pattern is FREE to download
This is a Lingerie Sewing Pattern for an under-wire bra.
Bra is designed for day wear. Straps are not detachable.
The bra offers good support and a great level of comfort.
You can make different types of cup: simple (top layer: lace, lycra, tricot, stretch satin etc; inside layer – lining: stretch or non-stretch fabric); or with cut and sew foam, covered and lined as you wish.
You can adjust the pattern to get different models of bras.
Bra can be made with a 2 hook-and-eye closure or a 3 hook-and-eye closure. For other types of hooks, pattern adjustments are necessary.

Basic Info

Languages

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Available sizes

See Bra size charts.
Already drafted patterns are instantly available for download.
Listed sizes but with no download link can be requested. They will be provided on demand.

Notes

This pattern was tested for several sizes including cup B to J.
Before sewing, read carefully all available instruction and information.
Use recommended materials for best results.
This pattern is available for personal use only. If you are a small business and would like to sew more sizes, contact me for terms of use.
Read here why is Maya a free sewing pattern.

Help

Have a question about the pattern – your size is not on my charts, fabric choice, print format, etc? Contact me anytime.

Gallery

Finished garment

This bra is size: EU 95AA / UK 38AA / US 38AA. Cups are made with cut-and-sew foam. Click an image to enter gallery mode.

This bra is size: EU 70C / UK 32C / US 32C. Cups are made with cut-and-sew foam. Click an image to enter gallery mode.

Inspirational models

These bras are variations you can make with the Maya bra pattern.

Details

Pattern technical details

This is a printable PDF pattern. Available print sheet formats are: Letter and A4.
Number of pages: 3 (for small sizes) to 10 (for big sizes).
PDF file contains pattern pieces only. It does not include sewing instruction.
Each size has it’s own PDF file.
Required skill level to sew the bra: intermediate to experienced.
This pattern has 8 mm seam allowances. Seam allowance may not fully surround some pieces. Check the sewing instruction page for more details about pattern pieces.
Bra main features are shown in the drawing above or on the left.

Needed supplies

With Maya Bra Pattern you can create your style. This is achieved by choosing a cup style. You can make a simple cup that must be lined or a cut-and-sew foam cup.

Supplies for any style:

bra elastics – stretch amount: 65% – 110%
strap elastics – stretch amount: 40% – 70%
main fabric with a stretch amount: 25% – 40%; this is the fabric that covers the bra; it must be eye-appealing; you can use: lace, lycra, knits, stretch satin, etc
stretch power-net – for back wings; this is if you want back wings made from a different fabric than the rest of the bra
non-stretch power-net; it can also be non-stretch cotton fusible interfacing – used for lining and stabilizing the cradle
bra closure; you can choose a 2-hook-eye or a 3-hook-eye closure
bra notions: 2 rings + 2 strap adjusting sliders
bra embellishment – bow or flower
a pair of regular underwires
underwire and side boning casings; or nice to skin fabric that can take a round shape when pressed and steamed
plastic boning – for side seams
usual tools for sewing: sheers, matching thread, sewing machine with at least straight and zig-zag stitch, stretch or ball-point machine needle, etc

For a simple cup that’s lined you’ll be needing also:

main fabric with a stretch amount: 25% – 40%; this is the fabric that covers the cup; it must be eye-appealing; you can use: lace, lycra, knits, stretch satin, etc
lining fabric: you can underline with stretch and non-stretch fabric. For stretch fabric, choose one that is at most 40% stretchy

For a cut-and-sew foam cup that’s also lined, you’ll be needing:

main fabric with a stretch amount: 25% – 40%; this is the fabric that covers the foam; it must be eye-appealing; you can use: lace, lycra, knits, stretch satin, etc
cut-and-sew foam (neoprene); they come in different sizes; I recommend one that is no more than 3mm thick; also, I recommend to use a stretch foam, even if it has a small amount of stretch
lining fabric; you can underline with stretch and non-stretch fabric; for stretch fabric, choose one that is no more than 40% stretchy; for non-stretch I recommend to use only fusible interfacing
satin or other ribbon (that’s great against the skin) – to cover foam seams; but this is optional, my tutorial on sewing this bra will be using them; you can use stretch ribbon as well if both the foam and lining is stretchy

Pattern pieces

C1 – Cup upper piece for top layer
C2 – Cup side piece for top layer
C3 – Cup center piece for top layer
F1 – Cup top piece for foam
F2 – Cup side piece for foam
F3 – Cup center piece for foam
B1 – Back wing for a 3 eye-hook band
B2 – Cradle for a 3 eye-hook band
H1 – Back wing for a 2 eye-hook band
H2 – Cradle for a 2 eye-hook band

Download

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EU Sizing System

UK Sizing System

US Sizing System

Sewing Instructions

I do not have instructions for all steps. I will add them as soon as I can.

Choose the right size
1. Bra size charts
2. How to take body measurements for bra pattern size
3. What size to choose for the bra pattern
4. What size to choose for the bra pattern if my breast shape is reduced projections
5. What size to choose for the bra pattern if my breasts are Omega shape
Get the pattern
1. Download the pattern
2. How to print sewing patterns
3. How to assemble pattern pages
A glance on the pattern pieces
Planning bra design and gathering needed materials
Pattern adjustments for your chosen model and your measurements
1. How to adjust the bridge on my bra pattern
2. How to adjust cup pattern for reduced projection breast shape
3. How to adjust cup pattern for Omega shape breasts
Cutting
Before sewing – some needed tools & notions
Sewing cups
Sewing the band
1. Preparing the cradle
2. Joining the cradle with the back wings
Attache cups to the band
Sew band elastics
1. Prepare straps
2. Determine bra elastic’s length
3. First stitch to attache bra bottom elastic
4. First stitches to attache bra underarm elastics
5. Before making the final stitch on elastics
6. Final elastic stitches
Channels and under-wires
Bra closure and furnishes
Some analysis and conclusions