Can you recommend a machine for sewing lingerie?

I wrote a post to answer this very question!

But my short answer is: You don’t need a special machine to make lingerie! A simple home machine that has zig-zag stitches will do.

Where do you buy your lingerie materials?

I’m a big fan of Etsy. There are now many Etsy shops catering to lingerie and bra-making; I can hardly keep up!

For suggestions on where to shop for lingerie supplies, visit my Lingerie Resources page.

I live in the sticks and can’t find any bra fabrics here. Can you help?

Bra supplies are specialty materials. The elastics, linings and better bra fabrics are not usually materials you can find in a local fabric shop (unless you live in New York or other manufacturing city!). Look online for  specialty shops catering to swim or lingerie materials.

Where can I buy the fabric you used in a bra?

I always include details of where I buy materials at the bottom of every project post. If the details are not in there, I can’t remember where I bought it OR the shop has sold out.

Cloth Habit is not a patternmaking or design service, so unfortunately I can’t respond to requests for business assistance (or where to find it).

I want to start a line of lingerie. Can you help?

I only work on my own designs, and so unfortunately I can’t offer consultations, patternmaking services or advice for your pattern or business.

Can you make a custom bra for me or my friend?

No, I don’t offer custom bra services or commissions. My business is focused on creating patterns and teaching others how to make their own lingerie.

Do you offer private lessons or local classes?

I teach bra making in stores and sewing studios that regularly host sewing instructors, but do not host my own workshops or private lessons. Please see my classes page for upcoming workshops.