Measure Twice Cut Once

Posted on 10/06/201606/06/2016 by Susan Goodwin — Leave a comment

Everyone deserves Pretty Lingerie – Lingerie Wash Bag

During our 2 week celebration of all things lingerie I’ve made some beautiful things and have many more gorgeous makes planned. Naturally I want to ensure that they last as long as possible and one of the ways to do that is lingerie bags.

These are a lifesaver, they keep your pieces nice and make it easy to do your washing. Because let’s face it not everyone has time to handwash as often as they should.

I could write a tutorial, but that would be like reinventing the wheel when Erin from Dog Under my Desk has written a fabulous how to complete with photos and a step by step. So head on over to Erin’s to make your own beautiful bags.

Posted on 09/06/201606/06/2016 by Susan Goodwin — 1 Comment

Everyone deserves Pretty Lingerie – Esme Pants and Rosie Bra

I spotted this set on instagram and thought it would be so sweet made up in the Tumeric lace kit I had in the shop. I sort of forgot about it till Evie La Luve had a birthday sale and they I grabbed both pieces so I could give them a try.

When cutting out the pattern I noticed it had a few small errors (not lining up in certain areas) nothing major just something I noted.

I’ve made the Rosie Bra with no lining just the lace and the mesh. I think next time I might try going down a size in the Rosie Bra as it could afford to be a little more snug.

The instructions weren’t super clear. There are written instructions and then photos underneath but I found many of the photos were too close up for me to see clearly what is happening. I found it easier to look at the finished photos and figure it out from there. My advice would just be to go slow and keep another bra on hand to follow along with if necessary?

The Esme pants are cute, I’m not sure if I got my size right but I’ll check after wearing them as it’s always hard to tell with just a quick try on. I had a little bit of trouble getting the gusset and crotch right, a few lines of extra stitching and it’s all fine just not as neat as I’d like. I couldn’t find my fold over elastic so I just used regular picot elastic for the waistband and it seems to have worked fine.

I really like the way the lace crosses from the front to the back it’s a really cute detail.

Fabric: Tumeric lace and trims from Measure Twice Cut Once store black spot mesh and black viscose jersey purchased at Pitt Trading.

Pattern: Esme pants and Rosie Bra from Evie la Luve

Alterations: Try a size down on the bra next time.

Posted on 08/06/201606/06/2016 by Susan Goodwin — Leave a comment

Everyone deserves Pretty Lingerie – Bra Kit Sale Reminder

Just a reminder that all Bra Kits are on sale until the 12th, they have been moving fast some only a few left, get in while you still can.

Posted on 06/06/2016 by Susan Goodwin — 2 Comments

Everyone deserves Pretty Lingerie – Jersey slip

For ages I’ve wanted to make some pretty nightwear as I realised I kind of hated my pyjamas. So I’ve been working on a slip pattern.

I wanted a nice soft stretchy slip that could be made in a jersey or a stretch lace and a racer back. Here are the first few samples, hot off the machine wrinkles and all.

I’ve been wearing them to see how they feel and what changes need to made to the pattern. First up they are super comfortable and quite flattering. A few small adjustments need to be made.

Reduce the height on the racer back slightly (comes up too close to the back of the neck). Add a little bit more coverage to the cup area and work on the elastic underbust construction so it sits nice and flat. It sits flat on the black knit but on the printed knit it got a bit wavy.

Once I get the pattern sorted I can’t wait to make them up in some super pretty laces and knits.

Fabric: Black Viscose jersey, pink folder over elastic purchased at Pitt Trading. White jersey with printed hearts from the stash but purchased forever ago at The Remnant Warehouse. Other trims from the stash.

Pattern: Measure Twice Cut Once pattern (available soon for sale)

Alterations: Fix pattern and retest before achieving optimum fit and assembly.

Posted on 02/06/2016 by Susan Goodwin — Leave a comment

Everyone deserves Pretty Lingerie – eye mask

I never knew the value of an eye mask until I was traveling regularly. They save you on flights, giving you a way to black out the world and just have some peace.

When I spotted the super cute masks at Evie la Luve I knew they would be perfect for flights and even better to make as gifts. I mean who doesn’t want a pretty mask?

Using a capelet I had leftover from another project I cut some out.

The fabric on the capelet was so gorgeous it was perfect for upcycling.

I could even use the lining. All I needed to add was some decorative bra strapping for the head band. To ensure a good block out I interfaced the lining with some 3mm iron on wadding (purchased at Pitt Trading).

The result is super cute and very fast, I can foresee many of these making it into my handmade Christmas packs this year (sorry if that spoils the surprise for anyone!).

Fabric: upcycled from a capelet, originally a designer offcut. Iron on wadding purchased at Pitt Trading.

Pattern: Cat eye mask from Evie la Luve

Alterations: used decorative bra strapping instead of foldover elastic for head band. Next time make the elastic short by 2cm,

Posted on 31/05/201631/05/2016 by Susan Goodwin — Leave a comment

Everyone deserves Pretty Lingerie – Bra Kit Sale

Throughout the whole fortnight I’m having a sale on bra kits. We had a slight glitch with the system in the last 48 hours where some international customers were getting slugged huge amounts for postage. So I’ve now changed it so international postage is now a flat rate of $15 AUD. I wish I could get it lower but sadly that’s how much I get charged for it. Good news is that because it’s a flat rate it won’t increase the more you buy. So either stock up or grab some friends and pool your purchases into one order.

Posted on 31/05/201631/05/2016 by Susan Goodwin — Leave a comment

Everyone Deserves Pretty Lingerie Fortnight

Each year at the end of May and into the first week of June I have a week called “Everyone deserves Pretty Knickers”. During that week we celebrate all things knickers. This year I’m mixing it up by making it “Everyone deserves Pretty Lingerie” going over the next 2 weeks.

Over the next fortnight I’ll be showing casing beautiful robes, knickers, slips, tutorials and all things lingerie. I hope you can join in.

Grab a button to add to your blog and let’s get sewing.

Posted on 30/05/201619/06/2019 by Susan Goodwin — Leave a comment

Bra Kits on SALE!

Just a quick note to say all Bra Kits are on sale for the next fortnight, get in quick as they always go fast.

Posted on 18/04/201618/04/2016 by Susan Goodwin — Leave a comment

Sewing Classes now available

After much organising and juggling of timetables I’m bringing sewing classes back!

Kicking off on May 22nd with a soft bra making class. This is an all day class where you will learn the beginning techniques of making lingerie. The goal of the class is to have everyone leave with a finished garment. More details and bookings can be found here

Individual class spaces are also available, for these you can choose a technique or project you would like to work on, or you can come and learn to sew from the very beginning. These spaces are all about you and what you need for your sewing skills so I cater them entirely to your needs. Spaces can be booked for either during the week or the weekend. More details and bookings here

More will be added over time and if there is anything specific you’d like to see then add it in the comments and I’ll try to make that happen!

Posted on 04/04/2016 by Susan Goodwin — 5 Comments

Sydney Fabric Destash – wrap up

Yesterday was such a fun day! The Sydney Spoolettes got together for a fabric destash.

The concept was super simple, bring pieces you no longer want and swap them for something you do like and all the leftovers go to charity.

Add in a wonderful array of delicious food everyone brought with them and it was a great way to pass a morning. Talking fabrics, patterns, sewing plans and identifying mystery fabrics.

Huge amounts of thanks go to Martine and Pat from Home Industry for hosting us and Melanie for organising. Also a heartfelt thank you to the amazing generosity and kindness of all the Sydney Spoolettes for bringing such an array of fabrics and baked goods.

Cannot wait till the next one as this one was so much fun! If you are in Sydney or the surrounds and would like to join a fun laid back sewing crowd, come and join the Spoolettes.