I was really happy with the alterations I made to my Margareta pattern. Things fit before, and honestly after so many years struggling to fit my Omega shape, I was really weary of more alterations. So I was accepting good.
But better is better. 
This is a kit I bought last year and I just love it! It’s a teal color with ivory floral lace. It was a kit of the month in January or February, and I’d been saving it. 
I used some of the lace along the power bar. I love this look. The solid color behind the lace just gives it a really different look. The upper cup is sheer, but the power bar is detailed as well. 
The kit came with ivory power net, and an ivory findings kit. 
The ivory looks lovely with this teal color, and of course the lace is ivory, so it all goes together very well. 
This kit didn’t come with a bow, but it needed a bow! You know me – it has to be bow worthy. I’m going to need to stock up on bows.
I’m thrilled with the shortening alteration I did, and I already have my next bra cut out.
If you’ve been where I was, don’t give up! Sometimes changing the pattern you’re trying will help, sometimes it’s just one more little alteration and you’ll be really happy with your bra-making.
Happy creating!
This is the Margareta, again. And I’m thrilled again.
I adore this color! I have looked for a cotton Lycra the same color. I did find some that’s a bit darker, so I think some matchy-matchy will be next on the sewing table. 
The power net in this kit has a sheen or glimmer to it. It is very pretty. 
So far this pattern is winning the favorite pattern for me. We’ll see what happens when I revisit the Freja, but for now I’m thrilled to have a great fitting pattern.
This alteration did help, but I took a critical look again, and realized I could do more. I could take more out.
I did finish those channelings at the front and sides and took photos for all of you.
I adore this kit as well. It’s from B,wear. You can find it 
So, if you’re not completely happy with how your bra is fitting you, take a critical look and make one adjustment at a time.
Oh! I simply adore this. I adored it when I first saw it, and I love it all sewn up.
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.
The arch looks off too, but it’s how it’s sitting on the dress form. Can you see the lace detail?
Or like this: 
But it shouldn’t have looked like it did.
Carefully cut off the scalloped part, and you are left with a perfectly usable thin strip of elastic. Perfect for along the upper cup. 
Yes, that worked just fine.
I love it! I may just do this more often. However, I do hope the next time I do this I’ll do it when putting the bra together – rather than doing it after the bra is finished. I love the strap detail.
Oh! These colors!
This is just lovely. The colors are so rich.
The findings here aren’t actually fuchsia. They’re hot pink from 
I know! A terrible tease, but she laughed.
The fabric I used for this Watson is the softest, most luxurious feeling fabric. It also has a nice weight to it. I’ve used it for the entire bra except the lace on the inner cups. It is so soft. I think Em will love this.
It was my first time sewing this feature, and I think it’s lovely. We all need a basic black bra, right? A lovely one is even better. 
I can’t wait to hear how she likes this one. 
Usually I’ve used a 3×3 hook and eye for the back band, but I used up all my extra stash items making the Fitting Bras. I’m going to have to stock up a bit again. 
If you can believe it, one of these women sewed her first bra and it fit wonderfully! She’s a quilter, and knows how to sew a 1/4″ seam really well. It was a great class, and everyone went home happy with a well-fitting pattern, and at least one well-fitting bra.
I can’t remember where I got this lace, but ooh-la-la.
Many of the lace petals lift up. It’s very fun and adds that little something extra. 
Isn’t this lovely? I used all lace for the bra cups. It’s really lovely. It does remind me a little of the bee fabric I’d used before, but this time it’s petals and sheer. 
Here I’ve removed the foam cup from behind the bra. You can see the cup is no longer filled out on the mannequin, but I wanted to show you how sheer this is. It’s so delicate and lovely. 
I couldn’t resist cutting out one of those little floral motifs to add to the center front.
I’ve used this lace a couple of times now, and I love it every time. I might even have enough for one more bra in the future. 
Yes, this will be perfect for summer. A lovely first bra for Spring. 
Look how pretty and delicate this lace is. And the perfect shade of ivory to match the duoplex. 
One last feature I really love with the Margareta pattern is this little strap tab where the strap meets the cup. It’s just adorable.
As soon as I saw this lace, I put the copper finding kit aside. I knew this bra needed black findings! And I love it. 
And you know I made a matching set, don’t you?
It’s interesting that the golden lace seemed to lighten the look of this CL. In the same way, the black lace seems to darken it as well.
Here is the set together. 
Lastly, here’s a collage of my three ‘beige’ bras and panties. 
It was fun to sew them all together and complete my bra wardrobe for 2023.