1/2" Rigilene White 50 Yard Roll Polyester sew Through Boning

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Rigilene or precovered boning works for this method. Sew either Rigilene or the boning casing to the pressed-open side seam allowance by centering it over the seam and stitching down one side at a time without catching the garment face. In recent years, cable ties have found their place in corsetry as a budget-friendly alternative to traditional boning materials. These ties, typically used for securing cables, are repurposed for corsets due to their flexibility and affordability. The corsets of the 16th through 18th centuries (called "stays", " bodies" or "corps") were intended to mold the upper torso into a rigid, cone-like shape. The earliest corsets had a wooden busk placed down the center fronts of the corsets; these early busks were different from the more modern steel busks which have clasps to facilitate opening and closing the corset from the front. Corsets of the 17th and 18th centuries were most often heavily boned, with little or no space between the bone channels. This was necessary to force the body to conform to the desired shape of the era. At the time, the most popular materials used for boning were giant reeds or whalebone. [1] Whalebone was the most commonly-used and most expensive material. [2] This whalebone was cool because it was both bendy and strong. People who made corsets used heat and water to shape them so that they could fit nicely on the body. But as time passed, it became hard to find and cost a lot of money. While not as sturdy as steel or plastic boning, cable ties provide a surprising level of support and are suitable for corsets with moderate shaping requirements. They introduce an inventive resolution for individuals seeking to construct corsets without exceeding their budget.

Boning was a very important part in clothing construction during early days because it aided in giving a particular shape to the body – like the infamous S curve silhouette which pushed the bust forward and kept it so. Different Types of Boning Boning helps a garment maintain its shape and stay wrinkle-free by supporting a garment at its seams. Or it can be used for cinching/shaping the body. While it is most often used in corsets, it can also be found in bustiers, swimsuits, strapless gowns, and in other garments that may need additional support. Types of BoningBelow I will go into detail on how to sew 2 types of boning into a garment. The instructions will be for Rigilene Boning& Plastic Boning. These are the types of boning most commonly found in fabric stores. Tools Required

This article needs additional citations for verification. Please help improve this article by adding citations to reliable sources. Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. This boning is designed to be sewn to either the fabric seam allowance or the lining seam allowance; I generally prefer to sew to the lining. Of course you can also insert it into a channel if you want to.

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When it comes to choosing the best type of boning, it really depends on what you're aiming for. If you want a solid, timeless foundation, go for flat steel boning. If flexibility is key, then spiral steel boning might be your best bet. Plastic boning offers a balance between comfort and structure.