How to Sew Picot Elastic

How to Sew Picot Elastic

Picot elastic is a commonly used elastic in lingerie sewing.  It is functional, attractive and dainty. You will typically see it in a scalloped edge but you can also find …

How To Make A Foam Cup Bra

How to Make a Foam Cup Bra

Now that you are diving further into bra making you may have come across a few patterns that recommend a foam bra cup.  Foam cup bras are pretty common in …

How To Wash Bras and Other Lingerie

How to Wash Bras

I’m sure your mother told you to always hand wash your bras.  Maybe she even gave you a short lesson on how to do it. I’ll bet that once you …

How To Find Your Underwire Size

Underwire Size Guide

Whether you are sewing an underwire bra or a swimsuit that requires an underwire it is important that you know your underwire size.  Before you even purchase underwire be sure …

How to Dye Lingerie Fabrics and Notions

How to Dye Lingerie Fabrics

Here at At First Blush Patterns we are dedicated to being a resource for lingerie makers.  That includes helping you find the perfect fabric and notions needed for your lingerie …

DIY Bra Measurements

Bare Essentials Bra

As it turns out you just might be wearing the wrong bra size.  The telltale signs are probably there but sometimes finding the right size is a lot harder said …

How to Sew Boxer Briefs

How to Sew Boxer Briefs

These days more and more men are getting into sewing.  They definitely see the benefit of being able to customize your garments specifically to you.  Men are on the hunt …

How To Make Underwear Out Of A T-Shirt

How to Make Underwear Out of a T Shirt

Do you have a t-shirt that you absolutely love but can no longer wear because it may very well fall apart at the seams?  How about a favorite pair of …