Was the anticipation worth it? Power sports bra (GreenStyle) cups A-H. Being all sorts of brave.

[@helenv2906]

Wow! Those are beautiful sport bras, they look so comfy! You are an amazing person and such a beautiful soul. I admire you for having the courage to step up to your fear, you have an amazing body and a beautiful mind. We love you the way you are and i appreciate everything about you so Thank you for showing us that garment can be done and be confortable! 😘🥰

[@Hiker_who_Sews]

"Tachycardia" . Your earlier career as a medical professional is showing. . Your daring is appreciated, and you did a wonderful job protecting your modesty. Great tips. Thanks, Karina!

[@irenedale5256]

Wow Karina! That looks amazing! 💕 Thank you for modelling it for us - it really does make a difference to see it being worn. Bless you. ❤️

[@monikawidensky8815]

Bravo! This turned out as beautiful sportsbras. And 👏🏻 to your courage. You are not alone with your reservations. I also prefer to wear a onepiece for swimming.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

One piece= a more relaxing experience that really allows us to really enjoy the water :)

[@nar2nar21]

Thank you for the tutorial! I was so intimidated, but you made it look doable! As an intermediate sewer, I always feel like I learn something from your videos!💖💖💖

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sbrickett]

They look terrific, Karina! A perfect fit, as usual. You look great, and oh, so brave! Thanks for that.

[@helenwood3199]

Beautiful results. You look great. Confidence shows. I can see why you want to make 1000 of these. Pretty fabric too.

[@gertrudewelsh781]

Beautiful. I really like the second one with the more coverage.

[@charmaineryland]

Thank you for doing this Karina. It’s extremely inspiring to see your versions and also that you’ve braved the modelling aspect. It’s exactly what we needed to see (and none of what we didn’t) - I’m now going to try this for myself! Thank you for such great content 😊

[@donnaschindlbeck7457]

Well said!

[@ann-elisefryen6364]

Thanks for showing, they both look very cool. Totaly get your fear for modeling, and you are so brave, and beautiful :-)

[@donnac5201]

I think I want to try this elastic-in-the-band technique in my next pair of pants. Thanks so much for your excellent and detailed demo! 😍Donna

[@vernonahale375]

I’m not sure I would ever make one but thanks so much for all the details about sewing. Totally understand the hesitancy about modeling for us. I think what you did was very tasteful and yet you showed us the fit.

[@rennells]

You look wonderful in this. And I am inspired

[@Chris-gh3hg]

Great tutorial. Both sports bras look fantastic on you.

[@sharryjones5200]

Beautiful, gives me encouragement to try for us.

[@tinaellison3521]

Your blue sports bra is SO YOU - it shows on your face just how comfortable you are in it. Thanks for having the courage to model your garments and explain the fit options - you have inspired me to give this pattern a try!

[@woollyrover]

Both versions are perfect on you! Thank you so much for sharing.

[@catherinegrebstad7452]

Thankyou, your bras are amazing. You are a beautiful and inspiring woman

[@EileenR11]

These look fabulous Karina. Thank you for sharing - so inpirational!

[@lemtaz]

Both of them came out so nice. I love that you took the plunge and decided to go for it. You are so inspirational.

[@kathygann7632]

You did a beautiful job modeling them, and they do support well!

[@debbiebrooks6487]

Fantastic, you look great. I’m totally with you on the comfort zone, I feel exactly the same. Well done for modelling them. 😍

[@robinveysey8433]

You are a breathe of fresh air - I always enjoy your videos. And, with this one I think I may be brave enough to give a sports bra a try now. Thank you.

[@Lorij83]

This is a fabulous video. I love the extra tips you gave on sewing the elastic.

[@karenpieczonka5581]

You are inspiring me to make a sports bra. I have been on the search for a supportive non underwire bra. I have looked at the green style patterns and would love to see you make the endurance bra. I have learned a lot about the whole process watching your detailed video. I have even picked out fabric with 12% spandex, powernet and bra foam!

[@suesue929]

So helpful Karina, thank you 💕🧵

[@judithglavas9030]

Thank You for another great make

[@terrivanharen955]

Thank you for sharing your sports bra experience. You have inspired me.

[@silverluna8835]

Dear Karina, you are always an inspiration. In every aspect. Thank you! I respect your culture, and given my job, I would do the same. Love! ❤

[@lindabennett6005]

They both look really good. Thank you so much for the sew along.

[@pattiepate7883]

I just found your tutorials. Great and practical. Well fitting clothes make such a difference in the well being of my public self. A bra that fits. Wow. What a concept. Thank you.

[@shereemckinnon3896]

Hi Karina, love your attitude to body positivity. Looove the sports bras you have produced, I would have never considered making such a garment in the past but now I think maybe one day …

[@sharonburr6973]

They both look great . Thank you for being brave and modelling it’s so helpful to see the finished make . I ride dressage horses and I’ve put off making a bra because I need quite a bit of support even though I’m small busted. I’ll try this one now for sure .

[@onlyyours725]

I'm going to try and cut the center part a little smaller and see if it'll give me a little more support.

[@julieryding2030]

This is brilliant!! They fit you beautifully 😊

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you! 😊

[@robynjones6327]

The pattern is very nice, and as usual your sewing is perfect . It would take courage to post but you did it very tastefully. 😊

[@KimberlyNichols]

OMG, I love them! I like the blue one best, but the purple fabric print is amazing on the back piece. It looks so cool! Thank you for sharing them while you're wearing them. It helps to see what a good fit looks like, and they both look amazing! But please don't apologize for your personal modesty level, it is what it is. I think mine would be about the same - in this over sexualized society, we shouldn't feel pressured to reveal more than we are comfortable with. It's okay if you want to, but it's also okay if you don't. No explanation necessary. Thank you again, this was a wonderful, thorough tutorial. ❤️

[@onlyyours725]

100% agree with you. Honestly it's why I watch her channel. She sews the way I like for myself. ❤❤❤

[@karentyas9630]

I’m so pleased you’ve posted this as I’m thinking of making one. Thank you for modelling the finished garment, it’s really helpful to see how it fits and it looks amazing on you! I’ll definitely be making this.

[@nickimum1]

You and the bra are amazing, I am so happy you showed it on, I am going to give it a go. I usually stay away from buying an making sports bras because of fit. So going to try this. Thank you 🙏

[@heathervanniekerk2645]

Thank you for sharing. I am loving the options for us more fuller-busted ladies. I love the higher neckline and am definitely going to give it a try making my own sports bras. I am on the search for a bra with more support for running and you have inspired me to do so!

[@jacquelinequinn7805]

Karina!!!!👍💕☺️ Thankyou soooo much for sharing, not only exactly how to make these bras, and inspiring and motivating us to take the plunge( no pun intended😊) to make one… but for actually modelling them! You are beautiful inside and out, and so very much ‘ yourself’! I love both of your versions, but for what it’s worth, I actually really love your ‘practice’ version👍☺️. I think you suit the lower neckline, although I know your preference is the higher one… anyway, fantastic video with the BEST information out there on how to make a beautiful sports bra! Your fab! Big hug x

[@shirettejohnson8326]

Thanks for sharing! I can't wait to see them all together. The green of everything in your background looked so perfect that it didn't look real. Only when the wind blew could you tell you weren't in front of a backdrop. Lol I think you handled this well by showing the making but not modeling. Thanks again!

[@stephaniekarran3881]

What a beautiful fit you've achieved! I've never found a RTW sports bra that suited me, but your make has definitely motivated me to give it a go.

[@lynsphildav7987]

This has completely inspired me to make one, thank you for sharing they look fabulous

[@shirleyeggenschwiler9482]

Thanks very much!

[@alaskastarr]

I really appreciate you showing us how easy it can be to sew this top. I always thought it would be more difficult. I think I’m going to have to pick up this pattern now. 😀

[@ivividly]

Such an awesome sew, I think I can do it too ❤

[@josiejohnston2255]

Another great video. I made another bra that I am not happy with. I think the GS sizing will be what I need. You look fantastic in the sport bra

[@Zeevah-x5g]

I really do understand the difficulty of wearing something that was unusual or frowned upon when you were very young. Thank you for being brave and stepping beyond that conditioning. I learn much from you... and not always about sewing.

[@susanbhatt3128]

I have had this pattern for awhile. After I sew your detailed video, I have cut out fabric and will sew it. Thank you so much. Your versions look so good, totally inspiring. Thank you for all you do.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m glad you’ll try it. Such a satisfying project :)

[@cindyut2b]

Amazing! Thanks for sharing your journey and your reservations. It is totally ok to respect your own boundaries! I love the resulting bras you made and the techniques you showed for us to follow! I get so much inspiration from you and your wonderful channel. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

[@juliemontague4168]

Thank you for posting. It is very helpful.

[@nankelley3972]

Thank you for the step-by-step sewing and the modeling of the finished garment. I have different fitting challenges, but seeing how you adapt the pattern to your body will help me adapt to mine.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

You can do it!

[@nancyhilborn885]

Thanks for doing this detailed make video for us! I have a different tank with built in bra and separate bra options. I really want to make it and this is helpful. These both turned out beautifully. Looks gorgeous on you. Rockin it!

[@melodyb100]

Well done! Beautiful! Thank you for encouraging us to make our own💕

[@39houndsteps]

Hi Karina thanks for making this video. The top fits well and looks great. Thank you so much for showing the top while wearing it. I have been watching your channel for a while and to be honest, I just assumed you would not be modelling the bra. I really appreciate you going out of your comfort zone though and it gives me a better appreciation of how the top fits (and why princess seams are a good idea!)❤️

[@barbarawarner4645]

Both of these sports bras are gorgeous and as usual, the fit is spot on. The definition of modesty is different for all of us. And it certainly is based in culture. Good for you for figuring out a way to show us the amazing fit while still maintaining your sanity.

[@brigittev9917]

They look great! Thanks Karina, now I feel confident to make sports bras. I love the racer back.

[@debbiebauckham2287]

Thank you for sharing Karina, I made a scrappy muslin of this pattern last year. I was pretty close with the cup fit but once I put the elastic band on I could no longer get it on without great difficulty and I couldn’t get it off without assistance! You have inspired me to revisit the pattern and try again with a different, more stretchy elastic. Both your versions look great!

[@ligiamoreno7249]

You look great in both! definitely I will try it

[@lorlor2831]

these are great! your going to get a lot of use out of these. Thank you for showing how you added to this too.🥰

[@mezzamack9192]

Inspiring. 'Im making one

[@kandacek63]

These look very nice and I’m really considering getting this pattern. Cashmerette is coming out with a bra and I can’t wait to check it out.

[@patwalker2501]

You've inspired me to try this pattern!

[@cindycash1772]

Both these bras are amazing like everything you sew... so happy to see how happy you are having made a garment that is one of a kind n fits you perfectly... you are a beautiful lady... thank you for stepping outside your comfort zone n braving the modeling... it really does help to see it fit... can't wait to see your capsule together... being able to get your test garments out of the sparks legging scraps in wonderful... 2 capsules for the price of 1... thank you for showing us the how to of sports bra making n I will be giving these a try soon... blessings...

[@debe8890]

Very Nice, great fit!

[@sherrelstroot3034]

Thank you Karina. This series has been very inspiring!

[@patlittiken5675]

Thank you! I have wanted to try this and your videos are so good!!!!

[@whatiflou]

Long time viewer, first time commenter... I always appreciate the takes you have on sewing, wonderful tips. Well done to you on striking your own balance between respecting your modesty and pushing your boundaries. You did beautifully. Thanks for sharing. After a long break from sewing you've inspired me to sew a few dresses and tips you've shown were super helpful and I was really happy with my results :)

[@JayneMosier]

Thank you so much for showing your techniques in sewing the sports bra. I just started cutting out the Simplicity 8560. My first try at making one. Hopefully It is good and I will make more. I may buy the pattern you have and try that too. Thanks again!

[@heatherthrone9999]

You look so different in each color. Don't know if it's the lighting anyway thanks for modelling for us. Just got a beautiful tropical print and have to get over my new shape. Also need to get a remnant to do an accurate muslin. I want to use the Spark leggings to match. You have inspired me.

[@lindak8664]

You’re so brave, stepping out of your comfort zone to show us all the finished garment 🥰 🤗 They both looked lovely on. The colours of both were great, i think the second one would be my favourite if i had to choose. You’ve definitely inspired me. I found somewhere local to get the larger bra cups from & i have easy access to the clear elastic. Now i’m just working on the firmer fabrics. Its a bit nerve wracking, isn’t it! 😬

[@onlyyours725]

I found a brand new swim tanky (?) At a yard sale (for 25cents!!) Maybe try second hand shop too or clearance sections in department stores. I got a bigger size for extra fabric. 😆

[@johannevinet5083]

WoW. Both garments look so good. Supplex is quite difficult to find where I live and since I made a couple of cami for my daughter a few years ago, she keeps asking for more. Hopefully, this shortage is temporary.

[@GeorgianNights]

Thank you Karina, It was great that you modeled it so I am definitely going to get it because I like the fit and it seems easy to sew.

[@teresavicars9989]

I love it!!! You look great!!!. You give me confidence to sew my own garments and your instructions on all your videos make me feel like I could be successful. I never miss a video and love them all. Thank you so much for taking your time to teach us.💞

[@sandrarowland7662]

I have a Power sports bra cut out and ready to go, so this was great to see the construction before I get to that. I also measured for a cup size bigger than the bras I wear, now I feel more confident about it! Amazing tip about sewing the elastic into the band I didn't know you could sew into elastic like that. I learn so much from you Thanks for all you do.

[@janiceconnolly4938]

They both look great. Thanks for the modeling. I just purchased this pattern. Now I feel more comfortable trying it out!

[@aileenyoung6999]

Great instructions you look great

[@onlyyours725]

I have been so excited waiting for your " my verson" of this sports bra!! KARINA!!! You have out done yourself!! You have convinced me to give it a go. I have a tanky (?) Swim top I purchased at a yard sale, it white (I'd never wear it) but I'm thinking 🤔 I'm going to give this a go!! Wish me luck!! Thank you again. Now?? How did I miss your last video??? The joggers... I have to find it!!

[@martimorgan4788]

I am going to master this, but not until May. I have heard that you should make the power net a 1/4 inch smaller. I wear a retail bra 38 H - so support is so important to me. When we made the Cami tee with the shelf bra - i took a cup and cut it in half and sewed it to the side of another cup. Still tweaking it. I also had to add length to it, to cover my breast and accommodate the elastic. I am learning so much from you and I cannot thank you enough. Off to do personal issues until May. Can't wait to be able to get back to sewing.

[@debbierasmussen7254]

Beautiful

[@conniehammer7158]

wowww..Karina beautiful!!!

[@bronwynhughes8026]

Thank you, it looks wonderful. Are the seam lines visible under t-shirts?

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I find them pretty flat. Especially becAuse I top stitched :)

[@susanbhatt3128]

I am enjoying making the power sports bra, with you to guide me along. Attaching the clear elastic was a challenge, I couldn’t maintain my stitch length at 3 mm. Perhaps it was sticking to my needle? Do you have any tips to make it easier, you seem to have no issues at all, I must be missing something😄

[@anacarolinahinrichsen5471]

Hi Karina, thank you!!!! I made one for myself following you vídeo. I live in Brazil, and couldn’t find clear elastic, so I adapted and used normal elastic. The top is amazing!!! I’m grateful for my small bust size since I also don’t have power mesh… Now I’m going to buy the really expensive fabric to make my final version!!! And I also bought the embrace top to try!!! Do you know “digitale Textil”? Is a online Shop in Brazil…. I’m wondering if the “compress power” fabric is similar to power mesh…

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thanks for the tip on digitale têxtil. I’ll have a look and maybe I’ll order some to see what it’s like :)

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I purchased fabric from digitale textile and they are amazing! The compress power would be amazing to line a bra. It’s very strong and supportive. Recommend!

[@anacarolinahinrichsen5471]

@@LiftingPinsandNeedles 😀 I’m going to try! Thank you!

[@sandimichaels2324]

Wow, Karina. Good Job. How does it wear? Did you get the coverage you wanted? I love it.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Yes I’ve worn it and am very happy with the cover. Next one, I’ll probably shorten the strap by 3/8”…. Just a small tweak :)

[@SlapHappyRetirement]

This review is very helpful, thank you for modelling as it helps to see the fit properly. As my cup is probably a H should I put power mesh in the back?

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Yes I would! The only reason i didn’t do it here was that I’m running out of it.

[@jenthulhu]

I wish you didn't feel so much pressure, Karina. You are lovely. You really didn't have to model that if it made you uncomfortable.

[@debbiegauvain8539]

Karina, thank you for modeling your sports bras. They are beautiful!! The fit looks amazing. I understand your cultural hesitation. I feel the same way about revealing too much. So, with the sports bras- how is it taking them on & off? That’s my hesitancy in wearing this style- potentially dislocating my shoulder, lol. I am D/ DD cup. I did buy the Endurance Bra from Green Style after seeing your first capsule video. I want to make a sports bra. I love the look of yours! Oh, and how about bounce support. How is that on these bras? Thank you for your channel!! Have a lovely day.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m used to pulling these types of bras over my head. I’ve been doing it for decades and don’t have an issue. I feel this bra is good for light to moderate activity. If I had used foam cups, I’m sure the support would be incremented, I just didn’t have any this time.

[@barbarasnow4304]

I’ve made this a couple of times but a, wondering about the “dog ear” that the instructions refer to when sewing the sides to the center front. How much of a dog ear do you get? Are the lengths of the seams on the sewing line supposed to be exact? Thank you in advance, love your content!

[@monikasandvik8827]

Love the video. But i wonder have you 2 pieces in the fabric on the front? front? + the lining? Sort for my bad english.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

the front has three layers: main, lining and power net

[@jacquelineclifford8285]

💕

[@BellaCW]

Honestly think I might need some help picking a size in that size chart you put on screen. 😬 I've tried taking my measurements multiple times but it just doesn't make sense! Maybe I'm just converting it wrong since I take my measurements in cm and need to convert it to inches? 🤔 I measure 75cm (or around 29.5 inches if I'm doing this whole converting measurements thing right) And my bust is 112 (44 inches). That makes the difference between the under bust and the full bust line 14.5 inches......... THERS'S NOT EVEN A SIZE LIKE THAT?! Help me! 😫 Edit: Nevermind! I think I solved the problem! 😁 I just took my european bra size (75i) and googled what that would be in the US. So I'm gonna try making a 34H and just hope that it fits well! 🥰

[@BellaCW]

Update: It didn't. Gonna have to tweak the pattern a bit and hope for the best.

[@monikasandvik8827]

Can you please show when you finaly turn the inside out? I have problems whit flipping😢

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I won’t be filming this again. About flipping, I don’t know what you want to see. It’s just about turning the seams to the inside after sewing the neckline together with the lining.

[@eduardachi2571]

you are beautiful in and out Karina

[@mothersoul1]

It is great to want privacy