Blog | NZ Corsetry

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...