Hi All! I'm searching back in my archives again this week to expose the unders on an old favourite- my pink gingham suit from the first year of Bra-A-Week, Week 23. This time I thought I would pick a swimsuit because I feel the start of swimwear fever...
Hi All! I thought I would give you a really quick and easy tutorial this Valentine's! Something that is quick, easy, and doesn't even require making a whole new bra 🙂 A couple months ago, I got these new ring hooks in my shop, which are great for...
Hi All! It was time for a little selfish sewing this month. Something that wasn't underwear, something that would add to my non-lingerie wardrobe. But instead of pure selfish sewing, I decided it would be better if mom and I did a swap and sewed something for each...
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Hi All! Back at the bra news! And I am so excited to share, because there are so many amazing things that have happened this month! So let's hop into it! And first, I want to talk about Rachel over on MakerStyle who has been having an amazing bra making month...
Hi All! This Sunday I have an exposing the unders on one of my favourite bras- Dreaming in Silk. This is one that has seen lot of wear since I made it just over a year ago. There's something about it that is so perfectly me- it's a relaxed fit, it's has nice...
Hi All! My post this Sunday is all about the sheer things, which are some of my favourite things! And I know that if you haven't worked with these fabrics very much, then it can be a little confusing what they are and how you use them, so I made this comprehensive...
Hi All, 2017, it's already here. wow. 2016 seemed to be that year of a million little changes for me, and a settling process. The year before, 2015, was my year of HUGE changes, like starting my business, opening my studio and moving back home- it was a...
Hi All, So I think it's about time that this happened. An emerald green bra for Emerald Erin. And I have to say, I am SO in love with this set, it might be my favourite thing that I've ever made, but I mean that's a bit of a a tall order - because I have a lot...
Hi All, Christmas always seems to come with a little chaos, there are a million things to add to your to-do list, so many people to see- so many cookies to eat. I always seem to get out of schedule around this time, my posts are more sporadic and I feel like my brain...
Hi All! Today I have another exposing the under for you! And this one is on a bra that was definitely a favourite to many! My Parisian Bra This bra is definitely one of the more dainty, delicate and pretty things that I've made 🙂 So let's dive...
Hi All, So.... notice anything new? OMG, it's real, I got a new website! And let me tell you this has been a long time in the making, and has definitely been overdue. I remember when I first chose my old blogspot blog, thinking that it would be just a...
Hi All, Quick little tutorial today, all about using your favourite 6" stretch laces for your Madalynne X Simplicity 8229 bra. Although this could really apply to any bra where the lace that you've fallen in love with is just a bit too narrow for your pattern! This...
Hi All! Today I have something slightly different for you- I made a bra & bralette that I didn't draft myself! It started a few weeks ago when Madalynne launched her new bra pattern (Simplicity 8229) and bralette pattern (Simplicity 8228). She reached out to me...
Hi All! The other day I posted this photo on my Instagram for Day 3 'Close-Up' of the Bimble & Pimble November sewing photo challenge #bpsewvember, and it got a lot of loves 🙂 So I thought I would go through my Exposing the Unders worksheet and show the nitty...
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Hi All! How has your fall been going (or spring if you're on the other half of the earth)? Have you been able to work your way through the style changes of the season? If you're having a hard time, and feel like you want something quick and easy to sew that will give...
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Hi All! Back to the Style Search! And this week I decided that after some skirts, and a dress, it was about time that I added some classic tops to my wardrobe. Looking through my wardrobe I realized that I have absolutely no spaghetti strap tank tops- I have some...
Hi All! Last week in my lingerie wardrobe post, I showed you a new set that I made myself, so -as promised- here is that set in more detail! And don't worry I'm not finished my style search yet- I just can't help myself when it comes to bras- I had to take a short...
Hi All! I don't know if you've noticed but The Emerald Studio Etsy shop has been flooded with new kits!! I've been hard at work sourcing lots of lovely new laces, findings kits in my new Latte colour, and a few other little things to make bra making more beautiful! So...
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Hi All! Did you really think I'd make it too much longer without talking about lingerie? It's really a huge part of my wardrobe, and I have to say that after going through my style search, I realize that I haven't focused my bra making towards a perfect 'bra...
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Hi All! It's time for another addition to my wardrobe 🙂 And this one was something I definitely wanted to check off my list, because I think it will be perfect for my fall/winter wardrobe and it hits so many of my style words! And that of course is a wrap dress! I...
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Hi All! So after a lot more pacing in my room, trying on what felt like everything I owned, and a little more laying on my floor staring at my ceiling, I managed to make 10 outfits that I love!! I have to say that once you get into it, and you get a little more...
