Lingerie and Passion-Bra Care

There is definitely some steps we can take to ensuring we get the most out of our Lingerie That is washing it properly I never recommend machine washing any wired bras. But I did take the time to see what some experts thought about bra care.- - - - - - - - Now since the average woman owns nine bras but only wears six of them regularly, it obvious that extending the longevity of your lingerie is probably a good idea -- especially as those undergarments can get quite pricey Most of us have never been schooled in how to take care of our bras,- - - ---------- Although this depends on your personal lifestyle and levels of hygiene, the experts recommend that women wash any bra after wearing it twice. Of course, if it's a sports bra, you should at least rinse it out in cool water (cold water helps a bra maintain its elasticity) after each use to get rid of the perspiration on it so that the fabric itself isn't damaged. You don't want to destroy the fibers in the sports bra that cause it to wick moisture.- - ----- Each and every expert I spoke to said that hand washing your bras with gentle soap and cool water is the best way to prolong the life of your bras. This suggestion becomes especially important if you're caring for lingerie that's nicer than your average t-shirt bra. When it comes to underwire or more sturdy bras, always handwash,- - ------ In order to protect your bra's elasticity and fabric, you don't want to use any harsh detergents when you wash it. Bleach is especially terrible for your bra's shelf life. This is important to remember even if you choose to hand wash your garments, even popular hand-washing detergents such as Woolite can contain bleach. - - ----- SORT your Colors! Although this rule holds for all laundry, it's especially important when it comes to your lingerie. You must sort your colors. Be very careful when you're washing undergarments because they contain synthetics, [which means that] they have a great propensity to pick up dyes from the washload. Only clean whites with whites. So that brand new lacy red bra? You most likely shouldn't throw it in with your crisp, white t-shirt bra -- unless you really love pink.- - ----- Although the experts were willing to stray from the "always hand wash" rule, they insisted that hang drying your bras is the ONLY way to go. Never ever put a bra in the dryer, the extreme heat, which is used in a mechanical dryer, is a major problem when it comes to caring for delicate items. Instead, hang dry your bras by the strap or lay them to dry on a towel, cups facing up (i.e. nipples facing up). And make sure that your bras are properly reshaped before you dry them. If your bra cup gets dented while being washed, just take your fingers and gently smooth it out so that it looks like a cup again. Take these steps for caring for your bras and you will enjoy your bras for a lot longer :)

Lingerie and Passion

So this week has been insanely busy!  I was interviewed my local paper. They are doing an article on local Etsy artisans and they contacted me Monday  asked me to be included. :)
So Tuesday I was interviewed over the phone and the journalist Natalie Paddon also arranged to come with a photographer to my Voluptuously Hip studio on Friday to take photos for the article and also do a quick video for the newspapers website.
I was also contacted on monday by Crave Handmade. Its an online magazine that is everything handmade. I was asked to contribute to a giveaway. The giveaway is for brides.
So I created a beautiful three piece lingerie set
I used beautiful high quality lace. The three pieces consists of a Lace Bandeau Bra, Lace Booty panties, and a matching garter. And the lucky winner will be able to choose the size they want, sizes available in xs-xl
The lingerie set is valued at $60.00

I'm not sure yet when the giveaway begins. But I will be sure to post it when I find out. I will also post the link to the article in the local paper when it is available.

Passion and Lingerie

My new lingerie studio is bright and spacious. I finally have taken the time to set it up the way I want. Showcasing my in stock items that are ready to ship. Both machines set up on the same table so I can fluently go from one machine to the other. I now have a separate area for my storage room, which is where I have my cutting table, my closet with all business paperwork, and nearly a dozen clear plastic bins with all my fabric inside. I love the clear plastic bins for stashing my fabric. So I can easily see what fabric I have to work with. It also keeps it nice and safe til I'm ready to use it.
Instead of sewing lately, I have been busy organizing my studio, and working on advertising for my Voluptuously Hip shop.
I am going to be featured along with other etsians in my local news paper. I am also preparing a giveaway for a wedding blog
;)
Ill b back sewing some new beautiful lingerie
So stay tuned
:)

Lingerie and Passion

This is what I am currently creating
:)
It is a bikini just in time for summer.
Last year I made many swimsuits but I didn't have time to make myself one. So this year I decided to spoil myself. So this sexy bikini is a size 10 bottom and a G36 top to accommodate my Voluptuously Hip curves
:)
I might actually be brave enough to model it
MAYBE!
I have been inspired lately by some beautiful Voluptuously hip blogging women out there.
They have been quite an inspiration I love curvy woman. I myself am curvy. I've always been shy to model my handmade lingerie in fear that I don't actually fit into the modeling category.
Although I do model a bra and panty set in my Voluptuously Hip shop on Etsy
So my bikini should be complete this weekend and there will be pictures
I will soon be writing some articles regarding lingerie
-caring for your lingerie
-top 5 lingerie must haves
;)
Happy Days

Lingerie and Passion

Passionate about Lingerie?
I finally have finished the new bra and panty set I have been sewing since Thursday :)
Yay!
And it looks lovely
I'm so impressed with my work, its a new bra design, with absolute great support.
I love the fabric I used, funny thing is , I have a matching purse. I also just love how this bra stretches. It is made with a vibrant blue satin with embossed black velvet.
The matching panty is a lovely feminine design with a full back and lace detail in the front.
This set is sexy and romantic, yet still practical enough for everyday wear.
When you are full figured, or shall I say Voluptuously Hip, our lingerie and undergarments are expensive (I'm a G36) and it's important to get bras that are sexy but not just good for the bedroom. These bra is sure to please all the Voluptuously hip women out there.
Not that I've experimented with this bra design I want to try making a bikini using this design.

Passion less today :(

So today I had an off day. Wasn't really able to create or be creative at all. And didn't have the ambition to play with any new toys or products. Do you ever have those days? The weather was great and it should have been the perfect day, but it really wasn't. Kinda sad really. And I have so much to do. I should say I have sew much to do. LOL I have 2 bras in a size H38 to make and sew, and then a night gown to finish and ship off to Texas. But things just got in the way and brought me down. I try to always have a happy positive outlook, I hate being down. Tomorrow is another day. So hopefully a better day. I have a lot of work to do tomorrow now, and hopefully I feel up to it. Nothing worse than trying to create something and you are just not feeling the groove. Well tomorrow I will take pics of the start to finish of bra making Just for something a little different :) Happy Days

New chapter in my life ;)

So today was a grueling day of packing. :( but I must say I got a lot done.
Five days til the move.
Excited.
Finished the evening off browsing eBay for drapery fabric
Although fabricland has some great sales on.
So tired. Need sleep so I can start all over again tomorrow

Markham festival was a blast

Whats new

This is what I am currently working on. Love being creative. The idea just popped into my head and I'm just using materials I already had on hand;) ill post pics of the finished outfit ;)

New bikini!

This is a new bikini I'm working on ;)