Making lingerie is a beautiful combination of creativity and technique. Whether you are looking for a new hobby or want to develop a passion, creating your own lingerie can be a very rewarding experience.
1. Choosing the Right Materials
Before you start sewing, it’s important to select the right materials. Lingerie requires specific fabrics such as lace, spandex, powernet, or jersey. These materials provide the necessary stretch and comfort. Make sure to also have lingerie elastics in various widths on hand so you can start right away on making your first pair of knickers.
2. Essential Tools
To make lingerie, you need a few basic tools:
Sewing Machine: A good sewing machine is essential. A standard domestic sewing machine is perfectly suitable for making lingerie. Ensure you use stretch needles for sewing elastic fabrics.
Scissors: A sharp fabric scissors and a small embroidery scissors make cutting the materials easier.
Patterns: Use clear patterns specifically designed for lingerie. The Lingerie Academy offers a wide range of patterns suitable for various sizes and styles.
3. Basic Steps for Making Lingerie
Here are the basic steps to get you started:
Choose a Pattern: Start with a simple pattern, such as a basic knicker or bralette. This will help you master the techniques without feeling overwhelmed.
Take Your Measurements: Take accurate measurements to ensure your lingerie fits well. Check the size charts for our different patterns.
Cut Out the Pieces: Cut the fabric according to the pattern, or use a rotary cutter on a cutting mat for more precision. Ensure you also adhere to the seam allowances.
Sew the Pieces Together: Start assembling the pieces according to the pattern instructions. Be patient and take your time.
4. Free Lessons to Help You
To support you in this process, The Lingerie Academy offers several free videos from our online lingerie course. These videos are perfect for beginners and cover important tips. Currently, all online lessons are available exclusively in Dutch. In the future, we plan to offer all lessons in English as well.
The available videos are:
To view these lessons, click on the link to the video, register with your email address, and gain access to the lesson. These free lessons are a great way to discover some basic concepts for making lingerie and to help you develop further.
5. Tips for Success
Take Your Time: Making lingerie requires precision and practice. It’s a craft that takes time and patience to master all the intricacies.
Learn from Mistakes: Making mistakes is a normal part of the learning process. See them as an opportunity to grow and improve.
Don’t Set the Bar Too High: Don’t expect your first lingerie creations to be perfect or fit flawlessly. Making knickers can yield good results fairly quickly, but crafting a well-fitting bra often takes more than one attempt.
Start at the Beginning: Give yourself the chance to develop your skills by starting with simple pieces like a lace hipster or a nightdress. Once you’ve mastered the basic techniques, you can move on to more complex projects, such as a bra with underwire.
6. Inspiration and Help
At The Lingerie Academy, we offer online courses to help you enhance your lingerie-making skills. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for inspiration and updates. Additionally, we have a Facebook group for students of The Lingerie Academy where you can share experiences and photos.
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