A list of 8 International shops that specialize exclusively in Lingerie and Bra making Supplies One of the most common reasons why people struggle to sew their own lingerie is due to the fact they don’t know where to get all the specialized lingerie fabrics and components from. When I started to sew lingerie back in 2012ish there were only a few places you could buy lingerie sewing supplies from,…
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5 essential fabrics used in Lingerie Sewing
In this blog post we will be going through the top 5 essential fabrics used in lingerie so whether you are a beginner sewer or advanced sewer, you know exactly what to look for in the fabric shop. Are you dreaming of the day when you won’t have to feel disappointed of the lingerie selection in the shops? If this is you, then this is the perfect opportunity for you…
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The Willow Soft Cup Bra Pattern
The new Willow Soft Cup Bra pattern in UK bra cup sizes A-G has just been released and if you desire comfort and support then this one’s for you! Keep reading… The Willow Soft Cup Bra pattern bridges the gap between your comfy lounge bralette and a structured, supportive wired bra. It is unique in that it mixes rigid/woven fabrics in the cup with stretch fabrics which creates this hybrid…
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A comprehensive guide on how to dye fabrics, trims and laces for lingerie making
In this guide we’ll cover everything from the equipment you need, my 9 step method, as well as my very best top tips (from my experience of 7 years of dyeing lingerie materials) for getting an even dye and more! So why dye your own trims? Unlike making outerwear, underwear will usually require a lot more different components and trims as well as fabric, especially when making bras. You’ll need…
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Sewing Gift Guide
Here’s the lingerie sewing gift guide for anyone needing to buy a sewing gift or for someone who you may think would love to sew their own undies! 1. Beginner knicker Sewing kit and printed pattern The beginner knicker kit is the ultimate perfect sewing gift! The kit comes with a woven, printed cotton of your choice, decorative lingerie elastic and organic cotton and bamboo jersey for the gusset as…
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A guide to stitches in Lingerie Sewing (on a domestic sewing machine)
This post will go through the stitches you need to make lingerie! The great thing about sewing lingerie is that you only need to have a machine that can do do straight and zig zag stitch! So if you think you need to buy a fancy, expensive machine to sew lingerie, you don’t! Unless of course you want to! 🙂 These stitches are usually all available on a regular, home…
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Lingerie Sewing Gift Guide – 8 gift ideas
If you need to buy a gift for someone who sews or has tapped into lingerie sewing then this is the perfect gift guide for you! I’ll take you through the perfect gifts for lingerie sewer beginners or addicts! 1.Cutting Tools Quality cutting tools make a world of difference for lingerie sewing! From a rotary cutter to shears, to applique scissors they make a lingerie sewers life so much easier!…
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How to adapt an underwear sewing pattern to fit your measurements
Everybody’s body is different, and even if you can fit into a particular size, it does not mean that this will fit you well or perfectly. If you’re like me, you like things to fit perfect! Coming from my own experience with fit issues and hearing about other peoples, I thought this would be an excellent tutorial to take matters into your own hands! I first thought of this idea when…
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Learn how to use scalloped lace sewing patterns
In this tutorial I will show you how to understand scalloped edge lace patterns and how to cut them out for lingerie garments.
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How to adapt your sewing pattern to use fold over elastic on your knickers
Fold over elastic (FOE) is a great alternative elastic to use on knickers, and lingerie garments instead of the usual knicker elastic. However you will have to modify your patterns to use it unless your pattern is specifically made for FOE. If you are a beginner or new to making lingerie this is a great chance to do a bit of experimenting whilst learning a bit about pattern adaption. In…