In This Issue:

• Patterns: Florence bra + Geneva panties
• The Allure of Lingerie: Growing up means navigating your own path between beauty and comfort.
• Choosing the right lingerie fabrics: From sheer silk chiffon to sturdy nylon, here’s how to find dream fabrics for your next undergarment.
• Anatomy of a Bra: Each part plays a role in this essential undergarment. Understanding those roles is the first step in making your own.
• How to dye your own elastic: Finding elastic to match your lingerie fabric can be a pain. Learn how to create custom colors at home.
• VAVA Lingerie Talks Sustainable Underthings: Alyssa Woods of VAVA Lingerie shares her tips for making wise fabric choices when sewing your own undergarments.
• The Art of Marbled Fabric: The centuries-old techniques used to create marbled papers can be used at home to make gorgeous silks, cottons, and more.
• Behind the Seams: Take a look at the sturdy construction of a 1950s bullet bra.
• Swatch Service: This month, we hunted for wide stretch lace you could use to create our new bralette.
• Resources: Where to get fabric, supplies, and recommended additional reading for this issue.