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My match-ups ~ Marlborough bra and Ava brief : The Huston kit
Helen Cloke ava high waist panties bra tulle marlborough bra the huston wild about nature
It can be quite a challenge to make a matching set of bra and briefs, particularly when the bra pattern calls for non-stretch fabric. Sheer mesh is a great fabric to use to tie in to the bra's colours and the stretch factor means there is a lot of options for which briefs pattern to use.
Do you have a favourite material, tip or trick for making a matching set?
Mini Review ~ Euler Bra by Sophie Hines
Helen Cloke Euler bralette pattern review the goldie kit
The Euler bra is a modern looking, soft bra pattern that has an on trend, exposed wide elastic band. There are also alternative band and strap options.
Embellishing with Bead Drops ~ Tutorial
Helen Cloke bead drop kits embellishment tutorial
My absolute favourite way to embellish my lingerie is with bead drops. Don't get me wrong, I love a sweet little bow or a quirky button too but it's the way the little collection of crystal beads reflect the light that makes me think this is the perfect finishing touch to any lovingly made lingerie.
Here is a tutorial so you too can add this beautiful decoration to your creations.
Introducing August's Limited Edition Kits!
Helen Cloke bra kits lingerie kits the goldie the huston wild about nature
The colour inspiration of 'Wild About Nature' certainly got my creativity going. This month's kits both have completely different looks even though they are based off the same colour story and I love them both equally.
Colour Inspiration ~ August 'Wild about Nature'
Helen Cloke colour inspiration lingerie kits wild about nature
Potentially influenced by my love of horticulture and the colour green, Augusts colour inspiration is 'Wild about Nature'
There is something so lazily romantic about these colours. Like you should be in a secluded cabin on the edge of a lake with nothing to do but listen to nature and swan around in gorgeous underwear.