People say to me they think they are not good enough at sewing to make their own undies, and I would totally disagree!
Yelena's Story
I started making my own lingerie about 10 years ago! It is not only the fact you can actually get your undies to fit you PERFECTLY but the creativity and achievement you can feel! Undies are the first piece of clothing you put on in the morning so you want that to be your best!
People say to me they think they are not good enough at sewing to make their own undies, and I would totally disagree! Like everything you don’t start with the hardest thing but the easiest thing and then work your way up. Most people are actually quite surprised how much easier it is than they thought! I created the beginner Penny pattern for exactly this reason, take a look on the shop!
If that’s not pricked your ear, I’ll give your the complete lowdown of my lingerie making story…

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