How to make a tank bib/bra

[Graydog]

HOMEMADE TANK BIB/BRA

Cost…Under $25



The materials I used: Faux leather, chrome studs, lacing, & leather glue.
You can purchase these items at a hobby shop such as Hobby Lobby,
Michaels, or Tandy Leather.



I made several different shaped patterns/templates using card stock.
Placing them on the bike helps you decide what looks best. Then cut out
the pattern you like. Edges can be a little rough if you are going tohide them
with lacing. Gas cap hole can be inexact as long a the cap will hide it.



Studs go on next before adding the backing. The back is just a mirror of
the top piece that protects the paint from the prongs on the studs. Glue them
together and place something heavy on top until glue dries. Punch holes and lace.
I put tie off strings made out of the lacing material at the front and rear of the bib.
You can do this during the lacing by slipping the tie strings into the lacing
and them dangle out. There are numerous places on the bike to tie off.


Finished. Actually this is an experimental bib and I will only keep it on the bike
for a while before making one out of leather.