Wednesday, February 20, 2013

Bra Two!

I'm declaring my second bra a success!  I used the new Pin-Up Girls Shelley Bra pattern and made the size 32G with no alterations and it fits nicely and is super comfy!!!   I think the multi-piece cup is attractive, supportive and will allow for all sorts of fun fabric and lace combinations.  Yep, I'll definitely be making this one again and again :D!




I took this bra for a "test drive" today, wearing it during my long daily walk.  I actually forgot I was wearing it, so consider that a great indicator of comfort.  No bounce either --- which is a huge plus and a virtual miracle in my world!  

For bra #3, I will move the strap tabs inward just a tad since my shoulders are on the narrow side, and while the straps are not slipping off I do think they'd feel more secure moved in slightly.  Also, when I reach forward the outer edge of the straps rub a bit at the front of my shoulder and I think moving the position slightly toward center will remedy that problem.

I used white simplex, powernet and findings from a Fabric Depot kit combined with some nylon lace that's been languishing in my stash for 30 years! I stabilized the upper cup edge with a strip of sheer tricot as recommended, but next time I think I'll try a strip of clear elastic instead. The lace is rigid, but does have a smidge more give than the tricot strip. 

I love this pattern and can't wait to sew another one in a jazzier fabric & lace combo!  I'm currently a bit obsessed with bra-making and fear I may end up with a huge collection.  But hey, a girl could have worse vices than homemade undies!



12 comments:

  1. Wonderful job, Ginny. By your work, I'd say you're a pro already!

    Michelle

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    1. Oh, I don't know about the "pro" status, but I'm sure having fun. Thanks Michelle!

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  2. This looks really good! I'm hearing great things about this pattern.

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    1. Thanks Katherine :D! I think the positive hype about this pattern is well deserved. I never dreamed I could sew my own bra and have it fit so well, much less actually have it successfully do the work a bra should do LOL! I really recommend this pattern.

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  3. I'm so impressed you made this -- it looks totally professional and so so pretty.

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    1. Thanks so much CC! I really wanted to learn to sew bras so that I could have some pretty and colorful ones since what's available in my size is generally bland and utilitarian. White is not my first choice, but I actually think it's pretty too :D. Pretty excited about making some zowier versions.

      I see that you're smitten with the Archer shirt too! Will you be joining the inevitable sewalong?

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  4. Fantastic work, I'm impressed too, just had to comment here as well. : )

    Kazzthespazz.com

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  5. Fantastic Ginny! My daughter is at the high end of sizes for bras available retail - I might have to take this class and dust off my sewing machine!

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  6. Great Blog! I've nominated you for an Liebster award.
    See your nomination on my blog.

    http://sewamusing.blogspot.ca/2013/04/liebster-award.html

    Christiana
    sewamusing.blogspot.com

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  7. Wow, this is seriously impressive! I have to admit, bra-making scares the &*#&^ out of me, even though I really want to try it. I would never have guessed this was only your second bra, I actually had to go back to double check that b/c it looks so good!

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  8. Wow! You are so brave making underwear!! I know I'll attempt to one day but from this side it's look very fiddly and intimidating. My hat goes off to you, it looks really professional.

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  9. I've just seen your blog. Nice. Great work on the bras. It looks very professional.

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