Hellooo and welcome to Part 7 of our Black Beauty Bra Sew-Along with Joy (@byjoymao)! Today, we’ll be constructing the frame of the bra using the “Frame,” “Outer Cradle,” and “Back Band” pieces that we cut in Part 3. We’ll be tackling this part in three steps: Preparing the Frame Attaching the Outer Cradle Attaching…
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Black Beauty Bra View B Sew-Along // Part Six: Sewing – Powerbar
Read moreThis post contains affiliate links. Hello and welcome back for Part 6 of our Black Beauty Bra Sew-Along with Joy (@byjoymao). Next step in our Black Beauty Bra sewing journey: assembling the powerbars! The powerbars are a piece of the Black Beauty Bra that is designed for support and shaping. Powerbars can be external or…
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Black Beauty Bra View B Sew-Along // Part Five: Sewing – Adjustable Back Straps
Read moreThis post contains affiliate links. Hello everyone! Welcome to Part 5 of our Black Beauty Bra Sew-Along with Joy (@byjoymao). Are you ready to start sewing?! I thought that the construction instructions that came with Emerald Erin’s Black Beauty Bra pattern were super clear and easy to follow for a beginner like me. The illustrations…
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Black Beauty Bra View B Sew-Along // Part Four: Machine Settings
Read moreHello and welcome to Part 4, where we make sure that our machine is set up for a smooth sewing experience! In this section, we will cover: Stitch settings: length, width, and tension Needle positions Trouble-shooting Thankfully, you don’t need a complicated machine in order to construct your Black Beauty Bra.
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Black Beauty Bra View B Sew-Along // Part Three: Cutting
Read moreThis post contains affiliate links. Hello everyone & welcome back for Part 3 of our Black Beauty Bra View B Sew-Along! Today, we’ll be going over the details of cutting your materials in preparation for sewing. There’s a number of things to pay attention to during the cutting phase that can help not only make…
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Black Beauty Bra View B Sew-Along // Part Two: Tools & Materials
Read moreThis post contains affiliate links. Welcome to Part 2 of our Sew-Along, where I’ll be sharing a deep dive into the tools and materials you’ll need to make your Black Beauty Bra. In a nutshell, you’ll need a reliable sewing machine, an assortment of sewing tools, and the correct fabrics and trims. But let’s dig…
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Black Beauty Bra View B Sew-Along // Part One: Pattern & Sizing
Read moreThis post contains affiliate links. Hello beautiful bra-sewers! Welcome to the first installment of this Black Beauty Bra View B Sew-Along. My name is Joy Mao—I’m a friend of Ying of Tailor Made Shop, fellow designer, and bra-making beginner. In this twelve-part series, I’ll be sharing an in-depth breakdown of how I made a Black…
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30 Lingerie Sewing Patterns That Came Out in 2020
Read moreThis post contains affiliate links. Hi guys! It’s that time of the year again, when a new year is around the corner and people are making their resolutions. If you are thinking about making lingerie sewing one of the items on your New Year’s Resolution list, I have you covered with this handy list of…
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30 Lingerie Sewing Patterns That Came Out in 2019
Read moreThis post contains affiliate links. Hi guys! 2020 is around the corner and I know that many people are planning their sewing resolutions! If you are someone who is thinking about making lingerie sewing one of the items on your New Year’s Resolution list, I have you covered with this handy list of 30 lingerie…
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Jordy Bralette – Materials Guide & Inspiration
Read moreHi everyone! I’m excited that Tailor Made Shop will be the supplies sponsor for the August Edition of #SewMyStyle2019! The theme for August is Lingerie, which is a perfect fit for the shop. About #SewMyStyle2019 #SewMyStyle2019 is a monthly sewing challenge that’s held on Instagram and Facebook. Each month, there is a specific theme and…