Hi All, It's been quite a while since I blogged, and quite a while since I made a bra just for myself- not for a pattern sample or to test a pattern. Just for me 🙂 As you can see from the title of this post, I want to tell you all about my new set, but I also wanted...
Bra Elastics & Findings Guide | Vlog
Hi All! You know how a couple weeks ago I made the video All About Bra Fabrics? Well this time I made a video all about Bra Elastics and Findings! This should take some of the mystery out of all the different bits and pieces that go into making bras! How are you guys...
Navy & White Stripe Heatwave
Hi All, I don't know about where you are in the world, but over here in Ontario we are having a heatwave, an unseasonable, late September heatwave. And while my soul is craving cozy sweaters, big scarves and leg warmers, I'm going to roll with the times, and...
The Seamstress Tag | Vlog
Hi All! It's been a minute - a long minute - since I last posted on my blog- where does the time go?? But since I was last here I did post a vlog on my YouTube channel, all about the best Fabrics for Bra Making! And I'm back with the vlogs again this...
#BraNews August
Hi All! August has been a lovely month. I think it's one of the slower months in the bra making world as everyone soaks up the best weather of the summer and finally takes that weekend off to go somewhere and do something fun. For me it was a busy month...
The Best Supplies for YOUR Swimsuit!
Hi All!! This Sunday it's all about swimwear- and all of the essential supplies for making a top quality suit- because I know when you're first getting into making your own swimwear- it can be a little confusing to know what supplies you should get! I made a...
The Orange Underwire
Hi All, This post is all about my Orange Underwire! If you want to know more about underwire styles & the wires I offer check out - Underwire Styles & Body Types If you're looking for more info on fitting underwires check out - How to Fit an...
Underwires: Body Type & Style Guide
Hi All This post is going to be all about the different styles or shapes of underwires- before I jump in I want to let you in on some exciting updates... I just launched two new underwire styles in my Etsy shop! more about them in this post- so let's jump right in!!...
#BRANEWS May
Hi All! Lots of fun things have been happening in the bra making world this month! Let's jump right into it! Christine Haynes of City Stitching wrote a great article on her Bra Making Adventures So Far, a great read! Ying of Tailor made wrote two great articles...
Me Made May: Week 3
Hi All! Another week of May just sailing past. This time I took as many photos as last week- not too bad lol! It's always amazing to me how much things change in May- the month always starts out cold, in sweaters and jackets and jeans- then by three weeks in you can...
[Style Search] Week 8: Styling the Ogden Cami
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...
[Style Search] Week 7 The Ogden Cami
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...
[Style Search]: Week 5 Ultimate Wrap Dress
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...
[Style Search]: Week 4 Styling the Mabel
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...
[Style Search] Week 3: First Make
Hi All! After last week I definitely needed a little time away from my closet, and to recharge in front of my sewing machine, think about everything and process a little more. Firstly thanks so much for all of your amazing comments! You guys are the best! You gave me...
[Style Search] Week 1 My Style Story
Hi All! Here marks the beginning of my style search. *deep breath* I have to say that I'm a little nervous for this, and I feel a little vulnerable. I've felt this style crisis coming on for a couple years now, and although I feel like I have a fairly strong sense of...
A Girl Can’t Live on Bras Alone- Summer Dress & Style Crisis
Hi All! So this week- I was thinking- what bra/swimsuit should I make? What haven't I made yet? What would be the best thing to make? The more I thought about it, the more I realized that I really REALLY need some more me-made clothes, and spending another weekend...
[BAW33]: Top 5 Tips for Sewing Swimwear
Hi All! This week I'm going to share some of my favourite Swimwear Sewing Tips! I sew A LOT of swimwear, and *whispers* it's my favourite thing to sew-- but bras are a close second! And to be fair to my bra sewing - most of my bathing suits have bras in them! So this...
[BAW32] : Slice of Paradise
Hi All! I had to call this one my 'Slice of Paradise', partly because I took these photos in a gorgeous secluded beach in the south of Prince Edward County, that is a paradise, and because this bathing suit is everything I wanted and more! When I first thought about...
[BAW27] Lily of the Valley Lingerie Set
Hi All! This week I have a set for you that I'm completely in love with 🙂 and I'm calling it my Lily of the Valley set, because they are my favourite flowers 🙂 Besides incorporating everything I love in this set, it's also special because I'm using lace that...
How To: Turn your Bra into a Tankini!
Hi All! It's the second bonus tutorial! Because I love you all so much! This is one of my favourite tutorials so far, taking your favourite bra pattern and turning it into a beautiful tankini! As after using all the tips in my Bra-making with Foam tutorial from...