Em’s October Bra

September 28, 2024September 25, 2024 ~ Michelle

I saw this lace and knew it was for Em. After sending her a quick photo, she confirmed this was perfect for her.

This lovely butterfly lace comes from B,Wear’s shop. Isn’t this lovely?

Seeing as the Watson is my favorite bra to make for Em, this had to become another Watson. I made a lace-edged cup again, and kept the scallops along the bottom as well. I even cut out a little lace butterfly to add as a detail at the center front. Em doesn’t need support in a bra, but she needs comfort. So again for this Watson, I’ve used the stretch lace throughout the bra – including for the back band. There was a little bit of lace left over, and I thought it would be just enough to make Em a pair of panties to go with her new bra. A girl needs her matchy matchy after all. These are the Clover Briefs with lace at the upper edge. I cut out a second little butterfly to add at the center front again.

I’m not sure if you can see, but I had to add a seam to the front of the panties. There wasn’t quite enough lace without seaming the pieces together.

So for the back of the panties, it had to be cotton Lycra.

It all still coordinates well, and I think the set looks adorable. Em loved it. And yes, she got it a bit early.

There are a few other projects on my cutting table, so I got this to her first.

Happy creating!

A Delicate Leaf Laced Margareta

September 14, 2024September 9, 2024 ~ Michelle ~ 2 Comments

I received the most gorgeous lace from B,wear. Isn’t it beautiful?

It’s a non-stretch lace, so it’s perfect for cups. It would also be great for the frame or cradle of your bra.

I used it for my cups and a strong sheer cup lining for my frame. Oh! I simply adore this. I adored it when I first saw it, and I love it all sewn up.

It’s almost a blue-black color. The embroidery of the lace is on a gray backing, and together it gives a bluish tint. I’ve really been in a pink mood for a few months, so it was wonderful to sew this beauty up and branch out. I really adore this lace! Just look at the lace edge here. Wow. It’s stunning.

I added a little bit of the lace to the bridge. Unfortunately, with the gothic arch it’s barely visible. The arch looks off too, but it’s how it’s sitting on the dress form. Can you see the lace detail?

Next week I’m sewing the last of my fitting bras. Four more to finish and I’ll be done this set.

Happy creating!

Em’s LBB September Bra

September 7, 2024September 5, 2024 ~ Michelle ~ 4 Comments

I’ve been having such a fun year sewing a bra a month for Em. It is just a treat to sew for someone else, and make such cute little bralettes.

September is no different. I went back to my favorite small bralette pattern – the Cloth Habit Watson.
It’s perfect for an all-over stretch lace bra for Em. I kept the bottom scallop on the bra again, and also included the scallop along the inner cup edge. Oh, that’s so cute. I think she’ll love it.

Who doesn’t need a little black bra?

Here’s a close-up of that scalloped lace edge. And here is the lower edge of the long-line. I have a few plans for the remainder of the year. One idea I have is for a foam cup bra for Em.