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Cutting and finishing boning
In this tutorial we’ll take a look at cutting and finishing flat steel and spiral steel boning. This is hands down the area that I get...

NZ Corsetry
Dec 6, 20222 min read


Seams and boning channels
As we all know, there are many ways to skin a cat (or, in this case, join corset panels). Over time you may discover other methods that...

NZ Corsetry
Nov 22, 20223 min read


Sewing internal boning channels
Internal boning channels are a great option for a smooth, sleek corset silhouette, perfect for avoiding too much bulk and ideal for a...

NZ Corsetry
Nov 8, 20223 min read


Inserting a busk
Inserting a busk into your corset can seem like a huge task, but it’s really not too complicated. Here I’ll walk you through the method...

NZ Corsetry
Jul 13, 20204 min read


Adding seam allowances and cutting out your corset
Now that your pattern is printed and ready to go, it’s time to cut it out! Here’s a run down of my preferred method of marking out and...

NZ Corsetry
Jun 24, 20205 min read


Preparing your PDF corset pattern
Hey folks! I’ve just published the second NZ Corsetry corset pattern, so I thought it might be a good time to give you a few pointers on...

NZ Corsetry
Apr 15, 20204 min read


Modern corset styles and silhouettes
Corsets come in a huge range of shapes and styles, and finding a corsetiere (or a corset pattern) that makes corsets in a shape that...

NZ Corsetry
Jan 29, 20203 min read


Measuring for a corset
Taking measurements for a corset can be a little daunting and confusing. Here's a quick rundown that will hopefully help next time you...

NZ Corsetry
Nov 7, 20193 min read
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