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How to Sew the Allie Sports Bra

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We have recently retired the Alison Sports Bra and re-released a more modern and user-friendly version we call the Allie Sports Bra. Think of the Allie as the new and improved Alison. An Alison 2.0 as it were. It has a number of features that really do make it a unique pattern. Here’s how to […]

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Allie vs. Alison

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We have re-released our popular Alison sports bra pattern but many are asking – what’s new with Allie and why is it replacing Alison? In the comparison of Allie vs. Alison, let’s first look at the original Alison. It had internal pre-formed bra cups that support the breasts with no seams to chafe or rub […]

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Bamboozled by Bamboo?

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One of the definitions of “bamboozled” is to be perplexed or confused by something. Have you been bamboozled by Bamboo fabrics? There is a lot of misinformation out there about Bamboo fabrics. Let us help you clear the confusion and help to give you a Solid Foundation in the art of working with this wonderful […]

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How to Convert Over-the-top to Front Access

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Our Men’s Underwear pattern has been getting rave reviews. It has an inner support sling and two stylish views, both with over-the-top access. That’s a growing trend in men’s underwear, in a manner of speaking. However, if your guy prefers front access, there is an easy modification to the pattern you can do. Here’s how […]

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An Amethyst for me

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The newest pattern in the Jewel Collection from Pin-up Girls is the Amethyst Bra. Amethyst is a bra that uses lace edging on the upper cup and the front frame to create a designer look. It uses the same basic block as the Ruby bra. Like the Ruby, it has great lift and shape; however […]

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Ruby and the other Jewels

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You met Ruhee Rajan of Rubie’s Bras in a previous post, but now it is time to share with you how the bra patterns,  Ruby and the other jewels, Sapphire and Amethyst came to be. In the spring of 2016, Ruhee came in with a molded foam cup bra, wanting to clone it. Apparently Trish, […]

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Why Ruby?

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The three newest patterns in the Pin-up Girls collection are Ruby, Sapphire and the soon-to-be-released Amethyst. Since I typically name my patterns after women in my life, and these patterns are clearly named after gemstones, some have asked why Ruby? Get yourself a cup of tea…here’s the story of Ruby… Once upon a time (no […]

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Move the Strap on Ingrid

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The Ingrid non-wired bra pattern has quickly become a new favourite among our customers. It fits really well on most women without any alteration. However, women with sloping shoulders or narrow shoulders might need to move the strap.  Here’s how to move the strap on Ingrid so they will be more toward the centre front. The […]

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Another Jewel for your Chest

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Here’s another jewel for your chest – the ever-so-popular Ruby bra pattern now has a little sister. Introducing the latest in our Jewel Collection – the Sapphire Partial Band Bra Pattern. The Sapphire  must be used with underwires as this is part of the engineering of this lovely bra. Like the Ruby, this pattern features […]

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Introducing Ingrid

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We’ve been asked many times for a pattern for a non-wired bra that would not only support, but flatter the larger bust. A bra that does not rely on underwires for support, and one that could have a front opening, such as a zipper or hook and eye fastening if one so desired. A bra […]

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Sew Simple Bralettes

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Recently I was asked to do a book collaboration with Nancy’s Notions. I was thrilled beyond belief as I’d been a fan of hers for over 35 years!. The book would have 32 pages of how to instructions and photos for 6 projects plus a pattern. Sounds easy doesn’t it?…that is, until I asked what the […]

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8 ways to wear a Bralette

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Bralettes have become the biggest small thing in the lingerie world.  It’s no wonder – they are super comfortable, easy to wear and easy to make. But did you know how versatile they can be? I recently wrote a book called Sew Simple Bralettes for Nancy’s Notions and to celebrate the launch of this new […]

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A Ruby for your Treasured Chest

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Our newest pattern, called the Ruby, is a foam-lined bra with offset vertical seams. Because it is foam-lined, you may not be familiar with the construction techniques peculiar to foam. Denise recently made her version and she happily shares the secrets with you. Here then, is how to make a Ruby for your Treasured Chest! […]

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Bra Design and Draft

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Are you trying to get a ready-to-wear bra line going, but you do not want to use commercial patterns? Do you want to start a custom bra business with specialised sizes and shapes? Our Bra Design and Draft class here at Bra-makers Supply could be the secret to your success. We teach you how to draft a bra, […]

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Bra Fit for Every Body

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Do you have a sewing business where you are asked to make a bra for someone? Do you wish you had more experience fitting? We teach a class which teaches you how to fit a bra pattern to a woman’s unique body. We call that class Bra Fit for Every Body. It’s a catchy title […]

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Canada Cups Posts for Friday

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Here are the Canada Cups posts for Friday, September 16. Don’t forget to enter the give-away! Friday, September 16 Wild Stitch Rachel tries her hands at designing her own assets & So does her Cross Country BB Jess with an interview (guess who?) Valérie est du rétour avec une entrevue de Blackbird Michelle takes us to a secret spot […]

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Canada Cups Posts for Thursday

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Canada Cups Posts for Thursday Once again, I am posting the directions to the Canada Cups Posts for Thursday, September 15. You’ll love  the bind they find themselves in today! Will I have to go to untangle the cords, or can they do it themselves? Thursday, September 15 Karin gets chaotic (twice!) with corsets at Mrs. Weaver’s […]

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Canada Cups Posts for Wednesday

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 Canada Cups Posts for Wednesday Here are the links to the Canada Cups posts for Wednesday, September 14!  Remember, folks, to stay with us through to the end of the tour for a chance to win additional prizes from our awesome sponsors: complete kits to make your own bra, bra and swimsuit-making classes, fabric, and […]

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Canada Cups Posts for Tuesday

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Canada Cups Posts for Tuesday, September 13 Here are the links to the Canada Cups posts for Tuesday, September 13! Don’t our bloggers logos look great? Lisa fits right in as a new Pin Up Girl & Her Bosom Buddy, Shelaine, also makes her first bra Rachelle gets up close and personal with Carrie from […]

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Canada Cups Posts for Monday

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Canada Cups Posts for Monday Here’s a short post to save you a little time hunting and clicking to find the Canada Cups Posts for Monday, September 12. Don’t forget the give-away and the discounts! Monday, September 12 Valérie, la Élégantine, gets us airborne with some lingerie of her own,même en français &Her Bosom Buddy Michelle S. […]

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How to Sew the Ezi-sew Nursing Bra

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How to Sew the Ezi-sew Nursing Bra To add to our posts on nursing bras, here’s a tutorial on how to sew the Ezi-Sew Nursing bra. We actually wanted to see how easily it sewed together, and also how it fit after finishing it. Then we can compare how to sew the Ezi-sew Nursing bra to the self-drafted nursing bra I […]

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Working on the new website

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Working on the new website We’ve been working on the new website and really, this post is to test some settings. It’s also to check to see if anyone is looking! If you are reading this, we would love it if you would let us know about any extras you’d like to see. You may have concerns about […]

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Sweet Sixteen Measuring Guide

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Sweet Sixteen Measuring Guide Measuring for the Sweet Sixteen bralette pattern is a “new” method of measuring to figure out your particular size. But really the Sweet Sixteen measuring Guide is not that new!  I have been using this method of measuring my own patterns since 1996. It uses the Bottom Cup Depth (BCD) and the Cross Cup (CCW) width […]

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Sweet Sixteen Bralette pattern

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Sweet Sixteen Bralette Pattern If you have even glanced at fashion magazines lately, you will see that there is a new darling in the bra world and it’s hot fashion news right now! Some would say it’s not a bra at all while others are claiming “it’s the best!” Who is this new Belle of the […]

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Wanna see something truly magical?

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Wanna see something truly magical? Not very much in the fabric world is news to me – when you’ve been around fabric and sewing for …well, let’s just say a really long time, you see fabrics come and go. So every now and then I really do wanna see something truly magical! The 50s and […]

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New Band Elastics

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New Band Elastics We made a commitment over a year ago to have all the same style of band elastic available in our 14 stock colours. We chose these new band elastics because we knew their firmness would be good for all body types and for all sizes. That goal has now been realised with […]

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Sewing Swimwear!

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Today, on Leap Day 2016, my newest Craftsy class Sewing Swimwear: the Supportive One-piece has launched! You can watch the trailer here… What will you find in this Sewing Swimwear class?   how to choose a swimsuit pattern and  appropriate spandex fabric. Sometimes the fabric choices seem to be overwhelming but with some guidelines, you’ll fear the […]

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For Men Only

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As bra-makers, we put a high value on our skills to make supportive, yet comfortable undergarments. Isn’t it time you use those same skills to make supportive, comfortable underwear for the man in your life? Wait, what’s that? Supportive Underwear for men and a pattern for men only? Yes, we are announcing our newest Pin-up Girls pattern […]

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Bikini Time!

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Bikini Time Just in time for sewing for the upcoming resort season – announcing the newest pattern in the Pin-up Girls line – the Triangles and Tangas Bikini pattern! Yes, it’s Bikini Time! Pin-up Girls is proud to present this collection of triangle tops and tanga bottoms for beachwear, swimwear or posing suits for fitness […]

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A little Sunshine through the Snow

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We here in the North are knee-deep in our “favourite” winter pastime, which is of course shoveling snow. This winter, Mother nature seems to be particularly vexing, as she is dumping snow every second or third day. Enough, already! Are you ready for a little sunshine through the snow? I know I am!   There have been mixed reports […]