So Maddie kindly sent me a copy of her awesome bra pattern Sierra–thanks Maddie!–and I got the chance to make it up last night. It’s a really quick project and I have no doubt it will look good in a lot of fabric and laces! Expect lots of Sierras in the near future. 🙂 Details…
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DIY: Helmut Lang Inspired Asymmetrical Bralette
This self-drafted bralette is based on a perennial Helmut Lang offering. The asymmetrical cut and strappy detail are right up my alley and I can see myself making it in a range of colors and prints. This version is actually my third make and the most wearable one. There are still a few small tweaks…
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DIY: Strappy Bralette in Off-White/Forest Green
As I make more and more bras for myself, I’m starting to see that I prefer bralettes to underwire bras. I used to think that my ideal bra is a no-fuss black T-shirt bra with a partial band design. I’ve since come to realize that I don’t fit a standard underwire size and I don’t…
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Tips & Tricks: Enclosing the Seams of the Watson Bra
A couple of weeks ago, a reader left a comment expressing interest in a tutorial on how to enclose all the seams on a Watson Bra. This method relies on using lining fabric to enclose and trap the raw seams on the inside.
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DIY: Strappy Bralette in Pink/Peach/Lilac
So recently, I came across this free strappy bralette tutorial and it immediately went on my priority sewing list because I love, love, love strappy bralettes that have a edgy or cool look. I actually made this last Sunday and wore it twice this past week. I’m happy to report that it fits really well and…
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Tips & Tricks: Bra Pattern Cutting
Today I want to share my preferred method of cutting out bra patterns (or any other patterns). I started using this method of cutting after observing how our in-house pattern-makers, cutters, and sample-makers cut their patterns. For this method you will need: Fabric Scissors Dotted Pattern Paper Silk Pins Pattern Weights (optional) You can use…
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DIY: Sorbet Watson II
I know I said I probably wouldn’t make any more Watson Bras for a while, but then another of my awesome co-workers announced that she’s leaving. AUGGGGHHH. :(((( Best of luck at your new job and stay in touch, KK. :< Details Bra Pattern: Watson Bra by Cloth Habit Fabric (Self): Pale Blue and Apricot…
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DIY: Sorbet Watson
This is another quickie sewing project for gifting purposes: a sorbet Watson. This will probably be my last Watson Bra for a while…time to focus on some selfish sewing for myself. I have a few back to basics sewing projects lined up that I can’t wait to work on! What’s on your sewing table? Details…
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DIY: Watson Bra in Cream and Aqua
The Watson Bra is the ideal quickie project when you’re looking to whip up a bra with minimal fuss. Here’s one in cream with aqua details that I made quickly for a co-worker who is leaving. Best of luck, C! Details Bra Pattern: Watson Bra by Cloth Habit Fabric (Self):Â White Lace w/ Silver Threads from…
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DIY: Marlborough Bra in Black/Silver/Lilac
Here’s a quick weekend update with my latest bra project: a Marlborough Bra in Black and Silver Lace with Lilac accents. For this particular Marlborough, I adjusted the style lines of the cup. I eliminated the power bar and created a horizontal cup seam with split lower cups. What do you think of this adjustment?…