We all have plans of things we want to make or sew, but last fall I realized I had so many projects to make on my list that I needed to break things down a little. I made a Fall/Winter list and left everything off that I wouldn’t be wanting over the winter. That helped me tremendously.
I did the same again just recently when I was planning a trip to Bra Makers Supply. When I started to make my list, there were a lot of darker colors on it like Black, Black Cherry, Chocolate… I took a look. Well, I took a look after I added up what it was going to cost me if I bought everything on my list, and I decided to re-do it for only Spring and Summer.
The first thing to do was to go through my stash and see what I needed to complete what was there already. I have a Pink Bra Kit but I didn’t have a Finding Kit. I had an Ivory Bra Kit too, but again no Finding Kit.
Finding Kits were on my list.
As well as the Finding Kits, I picked up a Lavender Bra Kit and Finding Kit. All of these will make a lovely light-colored Spring and Summer bra wardrobe.
While at home I looked at the cotton I had for panties. I had some Beige, and some Pink. So I needed some Ivory. Bra Makers doesn’t have Ivory in their Cotton Spandex, but they do have lovely Modal in an off white that looked nice with the Ivory Duoplex. I loved placing the fabrics beside one another and seeing how close the colors were for myself.
I had my hubby with me (he was the one rushing me out of the store), and I told him to look at the Bra Kits and pick the one he liked. On his third pick, we agreed. We chose the Lavender Bra Kit and Findings, with Lilac and Lavender lace. The kit is showing above, but here’s the lace.
Oh, it’s so pretty! I did realize after I left the store that I didn’t buy the Lilac Cotton Spandex, but BMS does carry it, so that will be something I still need to purchase.
Two more bras will round out my Spring and Summer wardrobe and they’re both Beige. I bought some Beige Polka Dot Tulle, with Beige Sheer Cup Lining, and a Beige lace to make Beverly Johnson’s Heather bra that was shown in her Craftsy class.
This photo is from Beverly’s blog. You can read how she made it and what pattern adjustments to make here. It’s such a beautiful delicate looking bra. I can’t wait to make my own version of it. Here are my materials for it.
For the last bra on my Spring/Summer list, I chose Beige Cut and Sew foam with a gorgeous Beige and Copper stretch lace.
It was love at first sight when I saw that lace. Just imagine of my delight when watching Beverly’s last bra-making class and I saw she used the same lace over a beige foam cup! It’s beautiful together.
One last purchase and (gulp) possible plan – a bathing suit. Bathing suits simply don’t fit me. If I buy them to fit the bust, they float around me. If I buy them to fit my frame, I’m spilling over the top. They have not been one of my favorite things.
Sewing a bathing suit is at the bottom of my list, so if I don’t get to it, I won’t feel overly upset about it. In fact, I didn’t buy any material for this project. The pattern is enough for now.
I can’t wait to start sewing. Happy creating!
Ooooh pretty! Your hubs seems to have very good taste in bra-making kits :D!
I can’t wait to see your bra-making plunder all sewn up :D! I’m especially looking forward to your Heather bra. It’s very similar to Wacoal’s Retro Chic bra — which I love the appearance of, but is far too pointy for my taste. I just might have to follow your lead and make me a Heather too :D!
Ginpins, my hubby did alright. 🙂 The Heather bra is so well explained on Beverly’s blog, I’d recommend it, and I’m so glad Beverly showed it because I loved it at first sight. I’d love to see a Heather from you too!
Michelle, I purchased Beverly’s most recent Craftsy class last week, and I think that’s the one she demos the Heather in — isn’t it? Between Craftsy classes and her blog, sh shares so much great info! I’m told that there will be kits and whatnot for sale at the Boob Camp in SLC, so I’m hoping to snap up a few. The lavender you bought sure is pretty! The Canadian shipping is astronomical to CA so I tend to order from BMS rarely, but I imagine that US shipping is just as bad for you all — so it should be a great opportunity for me to buy BMS supplies sans the shipping costs.
♥ Ginny
Ginny, I think Beverly showed the bra in her first class, and then how to make it in this most recent one. I’m still jealous you’re going to Boob Camp and I can’t make it. 🙁 Shipping isn’t fun either way across the border, is it? But BMS sells through Sweet Cups. And Sweet Cups has sales. That’s an option for you. However, seeing as you’re coming for the conference, bring an empty suitcase and take it home full!
And speaking of Beverly’s Craftsy classes, she has a new one on making swimsuits!
Yes, I saw that. It’s perfect timing for me too, but I think I still have to overcome a little hesitation about swimwear and believing it can fit.
I know exactly what you mean. I think I have a bit more confidence because of bra-making, as far as fitting goes, until I realize that a swimsuit needs a combination of stretch and stability. A bra does too, but I think there’s much less in a bra that needs to stretch. So the negative-ease thing starts to make me a little nervous.
It does feel like a whole new realm of learning. I’m sure once I watch Beverly’s class and follow the pattern, it won’t take too long. And anything I make has to fit better than what I can buy.