Wooden Bra
I began by exploring various techniques for creating patterns that would allow me to bend plywood to craft a wooden bra. After considering several options, the flexi pattern emerged as the most suitable design. However, it required extensive testing. The first challenge was finding the right balance in the design—if the wood in the middle was too thin, it would break easily.
Another hurdle was figuring out how to make the entire piece function as a single, cohesive unit. On Illustrator, the designs appeared flawless, but once they went under the laser, some pieces would unexpectedly fall out. Additionally, I encountered issues with multiple lines overlapping in the design. This caused the laser to pass over certain areas multiple times, leading to the wood being burned or damaged.
These setbacks made the process lengthy, but each trial brought me closer to perfecting the design.
Process
After the laser cutting, I ensured that the pieces were both strong and flexible. I then glued the entire set of pieces onto some extra organza fabric I had left over from the cloth book project to provide additional stability—one of my better ideas for this artifact. The organza really became the backbone that held everything together. Once the pieces were securely attached, I cut them out of the organza and applied another layer of glue, this time over the fabric, to ensure it bonded firmly with the wood.
The next day, I stitched the bra together using the same red thread. The straps were relatively straightforward to assemble—tedious, but manageable. However, the cups required a lot of time to figure out how to maintain the bend and stitch them in a way that they would stay curved.
Photography
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