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LilypaDesigns Online Bra Fit Courses Now Live!

The wait is over! Our highly anticipated series on Bra Fit is now available though our online Learning Platform. These self-paced courses focus on specific Bra Fit Challenges that explain the WHY in addition to the HOW. Topics go beyond the basics and dive into more individual needs based on breast and torso shape - with some sections including exclusive ideas and techniques not found anywhere else!

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TUTORIAL - Vintage Barbie Inspired Lanai Wireless Bra

Make your own romantic and very feminine Lanai Wireless Bra by making just a couple of changes to the original pattern pieces. This is a great option for those with larger cups who need the full coverage but want a more playful look. Splitting the Upper Cup allows more design AND fit options.

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TUTORIAL - Altering the Momiji Bralette for High Tummies and Protruding Bellies

A tutorial on how to adjust a longline cradle for a round or protruding belly. Many of us (myself included) shy away from longline bras for a myriad of reasons from mum tum to acid reflux or simply due to body shape (perceived or otherwise). A longline CAN be comfortable and not cut in by modifying the pattern to FIT your body rather than mold it.

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TUTORIAL - Longline Bras, High Tummies and Protruding Bellies, Oh My!

A quick 2 step tutorial on how to adjust the longline cradle for a protruding belly. Many of us (myself included) shy away from longline bras for a myriad of reasons from mum tum to acid reflux or simply due to body shape (perceived or otherwise). A longline CAN be comfortable and not cut in by modifying the pattern to FIT your body rather than mold it.

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TUTORIAL - Adjusting Lace Band Height for Haru Knickers

A quick tutorial for the Haru Knickers about using a stretch lace that is SHORTER or TALLER than the 6” (approx 15 cm) the pattern was designed for. While this is common width for stretch galloon lace, that lace that matches your project PERFECTLY may be a different width. Thankfully, this is a pretty easy pattern alteration involving straight lines.

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