Whether you are sewing bras, underwear, tank tops or diaper covers fold over elastic is a great option for a clean durable finish that comes in a variety of colors …
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
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
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
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
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 …
Bra Style Guide
Women have many options when it comes to bras these days. With all these options out there, how do you know what bra is right for your specific needs. Body …
DIY Bra Measurements
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
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 …
DTLA Fashion District: Bra Making Supplies Shopping Guide
The Downtown Los Angeles Fabric District is large and overwhelming. If you know where to look you can find almost anything there. So instead of creating a general guide, I …