I have not been nearly as productive as I have hoped these last few days off. I spent one day relaxing, one day running around with my mom, and I’m on my second day of sewing. I have a bunch of sewing I’d like to do for myself (like another pair of pants), but this is so much more fun.
I picked up a couple yards of this yummy black and pink polka dot satin. I tweaked around my bra pattern to be a three piece cup, as opposed to a two piece and it turned out really well! You can’t really tell from the picture, but the top of the bra cup is made of lace.
I also worked on this set (which is my favourite) of nude lace over black jersey. The bra is sooooo comfy and is going to become a part of my personal collection, but will be making more for sale. I slightly ruched the lace and topped it off with dusty rose ribbons.
I approached a local store owner about carrying a few of my pieces and she seemed super interested. So, my goal (after I make myself a new pair of pants) is to make some duplicates of my panties and bras, in different sizes. 
14 Comments
K.Line
November 16, 2010 at 6:34 pmThese are gorgeous! Good for you. I've been trying to make a bra that fits for months (I have large breasts so architecture is a necessity!). These are lovely confections for small busted women. You should do an Etsy store too…
Sarah Elaine
November 16, 2010 at 6:38 pmKwik Sew has some great bra patterns with underwire. I think you could easily line them and put a thin pre-formed cup (I have seen these at my local fabric shop) between the layers.
I am petite but curvy and finding a bra was always a challenge.
Thank you for your lovely comments 🙂
Cecili
November 16, 2010 at 7:31 pmHello Sarah, I LOVE these two sets! I've only been sewing pants from a 70's pattern too but couldn't find one for bras. Anyway the pants I've made are nowhere as cute as yours 🙂 I'm going to check your etsy store, these are really too good!
Moxie Tonic
November 16, 2010 at 8:19 pmI am in awe!! You really have a great eye for color and fabric combinations, and the craftsmanship looks impeccable!
Have been contemplating trying my hand at sewing my own lingerie, but have not managed to get over my shear terror at the idea yet 😉 I've made a mess of the elastic on both pairs of tap pants I've attempted, and am having trouble moving past that debacle.
Where do you find your wonderful fabrics?
A.J.A.
November 16, 2010 at 8:41 pmYou make such gorgeous lingerie! I am in awe of these two sets. Perfectly lovely!
Sarah Elaine
November 16, 2010 at 8:51 pm@moxie Tonic. Thanks! the secret is patience 🙂 and lots of it! Most of these fabrics just come from my local Fabricland; they have a great selection and carry good quality ends… I go probably twice a week and buy all the good stuff lol
Heather
November 16, 2010 at 9:14 pmOh my goodness! I love these! They're just gorgeous! Love your fabrics and laces, too.
Danielle
November 16, 2010 at 9:19 pmAdorable!
Monique
November 16, 2010 at 10:31 pmI adore these… the black/nude is my fave. So cute and feminine… and still sexy!
Marie
November 16, 2010 at 11:46 pmHi there! Found you from Sew Retro and I just had to tell you how luxurious your lingere sets look! I would seriously pay good money for them! Keep us posted with any more you make and when they go on sale ;o)
The Long & Winding Bobbin
November 17, 2010 at 10:41 amAmazing!
Our Heroine
November 17, 2010 at 8:34 pmThose are great!
quietandsmalladventures
November 18, 2010 at 1:42 amoh those are stunning!! i would be hunting for my size if i happened on them in a store!
sewiknittoo
December 9, 2010 at 3:49 amthose are absolutely beautiful I would definitely buy those so chic yet sexy