Ok, at this point I’m assuming you’ve read 2 things already, or at least have some prior knowledge of them . . . first is an overview of breast and bra sizes and shapes from my clothes page. Second is Breasts 101 which covers reasons for using breastform alternatives, and the basic method of stuffing. If stuffing is working fine for you, don’t bother with this article. If you have money you can also skip this – no sense making an “acceptable” breastform with a lot of work if you can afford a fabulous pre-made one. If you’re still reading, the below sections will explain a couple methods for crafting your own breastforms at home.

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The most straightforward home breastform is basicaly permanent stuffing. The idea here is to sew (yes, you will need to be able to sew for this one) a decently shaped breast which you will then stuff like a stuffed animal or pillow. This way you only have to worry about matching the size and shape of each breast once – after that you just tuck and go. The downfalls of course are that fabric breasts are mostly air – they are lightweight and will not bounce, the are easy to flatten under a tight shirt, and they are not “squeezable”.

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A sewn breastform can be made in any of the breastform shapes illustrated in the clothes section, though the easiest of course is the round form. Conveniently, the back of the form will be a flat outline of the form’s shape (to fit your chest), and the protruding portion of the form will be made of “triangles” of fabric that line the circumference of the backing and join at a point where the “nipple” will be. Below is a generic round breastform pattern. You might also try seaching the net for “knitted breast form” – I don’t know squat about knitting, but it seems to be a popular method.

Breastform Sewing Pattern

8 “triangles” is probably a good place to start, as they will be easy to space evenly around the round center. But experiment with different numbers – more triangles = more sewing! The diameter of the circle should be about 1/8 you chest circumference. For example, I wear a 34-36″ bra band, so the diameter of each breast would be between 34/8 = 4″ and 36/8 = 4.5″. To find the height of the traingles from circles edge to peak, use the formula:
h = sqrt( r^2 + cup^2 ) + 1/4″
where r is the radius of the circle (half the diameter), and cup is 1/2 for an A cup, 1 for a B cup, 1.5 for a C cup, etc. For example, to make a C cup breast for my 34″ band, the circle diameter would be 4″. That makes the radius 2″. The cup value for a C cup is 1.5″. So the triangle height would be sqrt( 2^2 + 1.5^2 ) + 1/4″ = sqrt( 4 + 2.25 ) + 1/4″ = 2.5 + 1/4″ = 2.75″
Also make sure you “plump out” the triangles by about 1/4″ – see the example pattern, the traingle’s edges are not straight, but bend outward.

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Now sew the edges of neighboring triangles together, leaving a bit of room at the tips, by pinching the edges of the triangles together. Once all the edges are sewn, turn the form inside-out so it has a finished look. Now stuff the form with stuffing, making it as firm or soft as you like. Finish the job by stitching the tips of the triangles together to hold the stuffing in, and add a button as a nipple if you like.

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You could also add a small (smooth!) rock or other weighted object near the base of the form before sewing it closed to give the form a bit more natural feel when you wear it, but this is just personal preference – it will have no impact on the visual effect of the breast.

I know, I’ve seen all the beautiful silicone breastforms out there too. And I’ve seen the brazillian shemale porn models with their oversized perky tits bouncing up and down. And I’ve heard every girl I’ve ever met complain about how her boobs just aren’t big enough. So why wouldn’t you want to go out and buy the biggest, most expensive fake boobs that you can afford?

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First, let’s just get this out of the way. Breastforms are EXPENSIVE! And they’re a terrible investment, they depreciate instantly (ie good luck with that return policy . . .) They are also fragile, and just like real breasts, they start to sag over time. Don’t get me wrong, I own 2 pair of silicone forms, and I wouldn’t trade them for the world. Just make sure you know what you’re getting into first.

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Ok, second point, most CD’s buy the wrong size breasts. Just like 80% of women in the US buy the wrong size bra I suppose . . . Not to worry though, with the right information you too can buy the right size breasts I will skip over the information on what the sizes and shapes of breastforms mean in this article, as I’ve already discussed that in the clothes page. Why did it end up with clothes? I have no idea, but go to the “Bras / Panties / Breastforms” section if you need some basic info.

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I think a good place to start with breasts is the simplest and cheapest method. We’ll work our way up to more complex stuff. The easiest way to make breasts for yourself, plain and simple, is by stuffing a bra with socks, tissues, etc. And yes, I’m serious. This doesn’t just apply to 13 year old girls in movies and TV shows about the pressures of being an adolescent. It might take a little practice, and you will have to settle for small breasts, and you will need an appropriate bra, but considering the economics, stuffing is a very good starting place.

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Ok, small bra means A or B cup, and you should look for one with as much padding as you can find. Not only does the padding help fill you out a little, it also hides the inherent unevenness of your stuffing. If you’re a little larger and have a bit of breast tissue anyway, go with the B cup. If you have a flat chest you will get better results with the A cup. Don’t be discouraged. The key is to LOOK good, not to show off the size of your bra. They don’t really make “full coverage” bras in these small sizes, though that would be ideal. But definitely avoid anything like a demi bra or shelf bra – you want something with the largest/fullest cups you can find in the right size. If you need more info on bra types, head back to the clothing page.

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Now that you’ve found yourself a bra, time to start stuffing. You will obviously have to be wearing the bra at this point, which means you will have to re-do your stuffing each time you dress. So find a method that works, and remember how many sheets of TP you used, or which pair of socks you used, etc. Also, since balled up socks or TP aren’t terrbily soft, you may want to put on a tight-fitting cami or t-shirt UNDER your bra. Or put a sports bra or another small-cup bra underneath.

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I personally find that a pair of socks works the best for stuffing. In fact, I have a particular pair that I always use – they are ankle length, but are fairly fluffy and soft. I make 2 folds/rolls in each sock, rolling from the toe to the heel. At the heel, since the sock bends in a ~45deg angle, I make another 2 folds/rolls at a ~45deg angle to the original folds. This results in a more or less triangular shape, which I tuck neatly into my bra. Keeping the loose end against your skin will prevent the sock from unraveling during wear. And that’s all there is to it. For a little extra padding, you can always tuck cookies (again, see the clothing section for more info, scroll down a little when you get there) into the bra (between the sock and the bra), which like the padding of the bra itself, will help fill out out in the right areas and smooth out the outline of the sock. Take a look at the pics below for an example.

Folding Socks to Stuff your Bra