Here we cover with a belt tape in the production of a corset, what it is, where it comes from, what it is made of and how we sew it.
First, I would like to begin by pointing out that a waist belt or tape is not a necessary component of a corset; Many models of corsets are designed without them, and this is quite acceptable, especially in historical corsets and bodices. However, a belt belt will add to the additional strength of the belt area of the corset pattern, which is part of the garment, which at maximum stress acquires the greatest tension. This added strength will often give the waist a more dramatic curve, as the tape prevents stretching of the fabric.
On the corset, the waist should be marked if the waist should not pass along the smallest part of the corset, through the narrowest point of each pattern of the pattern. Your waist should be made of petersham tape, this is a strong, non-stretchable tape, and you can say that you have the right things from the distinctive mountain ranges that run along the edges. If you take a closer look, you will see that it is made from one thick thread that runs back and forth across the width, leaving ridges at the edges where it returns itself.
You must sew your petersham tape between the layers that attach it to a coutil or other lining. Sometimes when using thin outer fabric, a waist is attached to the inside of the corset, so it is put on the skin when worn. Thus, it does not appear through the external tissue as a bulge. When you sew your tape to your belt, be sure to attach it in front of the bone case, the bone casing should go from the top. If you sew them on the other side, you will sew through the body to attach your waist and you will not be able to insert your bones. This is a mistake that you make only once! It also means that you will not be able to use a seam allowance as a bone casing, so if you plan to do this, you will have to leave the tape with a waist. As mentioned above, the corsets and bodices of the 18th century did not have a waist.
If you are creating a Victorian corset, you can bypass it by attaching the tape to the inside of the outer fabric, while leaving the seam gasket in the bone case. However, this method is best used only on heavyweight outer fabrics, such as upholstery fabrics and heavy cotton fabrics, since any thin fabric is likely to rupture under stress applied to the area to which the waist is attached.
