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.
Everyone deserves Pretty Lingerie – Bra Kit Sale Reminder
Tag: bra kits
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.
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.
Site makeover and new bra kit colours
I’ve given the site a makeover, new layout, some new features and all kinds of nice shiny features under the hood that you don’t get to see but make the site actually work.
There’s a new FAQ page that covers most of the questions I get most frequently via email and the sewalongs page has been updated to include links to all the Named Clothing Beverly Bikini posts.
The webstore has also been restocked with lots of beautiful new colours of bra kits. The gorgeous new Tumeric cover has almost sold out already so get in quick if there is a colour you like.
If you find any glitches with the new layout just let me know and I’ll fix them right up.
Bra Kit Sale and new Dye your own kits
In anticipation of a new year filled with lots of lovely new bra colours, I decided to have a bit of a sale of colours currently in stock. These colours may not come around again for awhile so get in quick while stocks last. Kits remain on sale till sold out or till 1st of December.
Prices have gone from the usual $25.00 per kit to $20.00 per kit. For those not in Australia be sure to check your exchange rate as you can get an even better bargain due to the Australian dollar being so low at the moment. Naturally we post worldwide too.
I’ve also added a new dye your own kit. This kit has all the components as the other kits but you can choose your own type of dyes and create your own colours. The components are all prepare for dye (PFD) so in many cases are not totally white. A variety of shades of whites and creams exist in each kit. These are the same pieces I use for the dyed kits and all dye to the one colour as long as you follow your dye packet instructions. It does mean they aren’t suitable for an all white bra as you will get shade variations between the varying pieces.
More Kits and Bra Classes
After yesterday’s amzing sell out of grey kits, I’ve got a combination kit today that is grey and lilac lace with black powermesh and straps. It’s going to be so sophisticated and the colours complement each other so well.
The powermesh used in this kit is super strong, I’ve cut the panels across the length of the fabric so you can get more use out of the stretch as it ran up and down not across the fabric. Be sure to check your stretch percentages against your regular pattern before cutting as it may affect how “strong” your bra feels. It’s fantastic quality, I feel like it holds you in all over!
Now for anyone in the Sydney region (or willing to travel to Sydney), exciting news as I’ll soon be running classes and workshops! Come listen to me talk all day and show you how to DIY your own bra pattern from an existing bra. Or take a class on making knickers or a soft cup bra from a pattern I’ve developed.
Classes and Workshops include
DIY your own bra pattern – In this class you will learn how to pull apart your own RTW (ready to wear) bra and construct a pattern to be able to sew your own version
DATE: Sunday 3rd of May, 2015
TIME: 10am to 4pm with breaks for lunch and afternoon tea
Knicker Sewing Class – In this class you will learn how to cut and construct a pair of our Georgiana Knickers. These bias cut woven knickers are a bikini cut and a wonderful way to learn about finishing techniques for lingerie
DATE: Sunday 17th May
TIME: 9.30am till Midday
Bralet Sewing Class – In this class you will learn how to cut and construct a soft cup bra (no underwires). Typically known as a bralet or lounging bra these are good for light support and a fabulous way to learn the techniques needed for bra making.
DATE: Sunday May 17th 2015
TIME: 12.30 to 4pm
All the details, prices and ways to book yourself into a class can be found in the webstore. They are going to be really fun and are held in the beautiful workrooms of Home Industry in Balmain. Check them out if you want to learn anything at all about upholstery and restoration, not only are they incredibly skilled they are also super lovely!
Can’t wait to see you in the classes and workshops!
New Bra Kits available
I’ve just added the most beautiful grey coloured kits to the store. It’s a really pretty grey with the slightest hint of blue tones to it and is going to be so flattering to so many skin tones.
So grab yourself a kit and your favourite bra pattern and get sewing!
There are also 2 purple kits left and I found enough to make 1 last Fuchsia kit. Once these ones sell out then those colours will be awhile before they are back in the line up.
Happy Sewing!
Kits and Supplies Now Available
Exciting news!
The Measure Twice Cut Once webstore is now carrying bra kits and accessories in a wonderful array of fashionable colours!
I’ve been receiving so many emails asking about where to find good hardware, people trying to find suppliers of plush back elastic and the general struggle to find anything suitable. So I thought I’d make it easy for everyone and make them available on the website.
I’m offering both kits and accessories as I know you might just need to source one or 2 pieces and already have the rest in the stash? This way is much more flexible and you can tailor it to your needs.
The sliders and O rings are metal with a beautiful finish and available in either gold or nickel (silver).
Bra strapping are available in different widths and colours. Great for bra straps, headbands, cami top straps and anywhere you need a firm elastic with a controlled amount of stretch.
Picot or plush back elastic is available in 3m lengths perfect for knickers, boxer shorts, bras and even waistbands of skirts and slips.
I hope this makes your bra and knicker making a whole lot easier and don’t be afraid to ask if there is something you need and can’t find. It’s a pretty good chance I can source it for you.
Kits and accessories can be posted worldwide and are sent out using Australia Post.
