UNSEEN tricks: NO BOUNCE shelf bra. 2 Cami tanks (GreenStyle). Possible???

[@candacedobbins6931]

Surprised Karina doesn’t have more subscribers. She is meticulous and efficient. Her garments are beautiful inside and outside.

[@seamsuneven7824]

Very nice, thank you Karina. Hi Martin 😁!

[@juliemulie1805]

You can cut those bra cups in pieces and make a custom cup with a triple zigzag stitching, just be mindful of where the seams lay. You would enjoy Beverly Johnson's bra and swimwear instructions (she has dvds and is on a crafting site). Personally I went all in learning bra making because I was tired of spending so much for my 34 G size. Making your own lets you choose your silhouette and support and brings so many more options with strapless styles...plus it's just fun if you like to garment sew!

[@lynnm.johnson5755]

My Beverly Johnson swim suit pattern just arrived. Kind of expensive due to no PDF version offered & shipping from Canada, but she is highly recommended in sewing circles. I'm going to start my project this weekend. So fed up with RTW suit shopping. Being tall & full busted it's always been a challenge. The pandemic made it worse! Looking forward to a better fitting future. Just might try this cami too.

[@lindabiron7924]

Karina, I appreciate your attitude toward support for your bust because I am the same way. Thank you, thank you for working so hard for us! 💕💕

[@debbiebrooks6487]

I think your blue cami style was brilliant, much better than the original one. 😍

[@silverluna8835]

I love your hack. It seems very innovative and useful to me. Nice to see Martin! He grew up!

[@victoriahannah1633]

That is awesome. It really looks so supportive. Twill tape is strong. I love a skirt Or pants waist band with twill tape. Handsome young man in the cameo appearance.

[@sewing-Susan]

Great tutorial! Good call adding the inch to the top of the neckline. Perfect amount of coverage.

[@martimorgan4788]

I am so excited that you have made a tutorial on a cami with a shelf bra. I cannot tell you how many patterns I have purchased waiting to get up the nerve to sew with a built-in bra for an older woman with large breasts!

[@makeitjoyful]

This is amazing! Now that you've perfected that, you can put it in a halter top, tank dress... So many possibilities!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Yes! So many possibilities 😀😀

[@4016kiwi]

Lol. Love that your son did that. He’s grown up. It was a fun surprise!

[@jeanettekasper7467]

Thank you for this video. Your instructions are clear and thorough. I will definately apply!

[@virginiacervantes7988]

👍🌹 WOW 👌 👏 such a good and practical make, love it. Good to see your son also he's gotten so grown and handsome.

[@sherrelstroot3034]

Karina, this is wonderful. I will watch it several times. It is a "game changer" for me. Thank you. You are amazing.

[@SoSewtoMaster]

Genius! Thank you for sharing this amazing trick to use what you have. Brilliant❤

[@PatternEmporium]

That was fabulous Karina! And your dress is gorgeous.

[@MommeeMadre1]

I just saw an ad for a dress with built in shelf Bra: $119 USD I thought...i bet i can make my own with help from..... YOU!!!!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I hope you have fun making it!

[@katehampshire8410]

This sounds ideal for me. I’m going to collect supplies and follow along with you.

[@micheleparker8653]

Your bra cup trick was genius! Thank you for sharing

[@BL-cp7eq]

I come to your channel because you always show us clever ways to modify the pattern to fit your own shape!

[@delta8885]

!! This is the holy grail! Thank you.

[@nanastevens4094]

You are such a good sport, all in the name of sewing science ☺. What a great innovation you have come up with. Just perfect with my summer coming up soon. You are a gem!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I hope you give this a go! It really works 😀

[@margiecook6379]

Nice demo! Lots of info. Thank you!

[@janetwilliams7705]

Thank you so much! You sold me on this pattern.

[@judykski4916]

Thanks for your super trick with the twill tape and bra inserts. Those of us who need a little more support than a shelf bra normally provides need these tips and tricks to create supportive undergarments.

[@saramorisani]

Oh wow, looks very nice!

[@pv6450]

Those are excellent! I save my foam cups also from my old brad as well as the hardware and any decent elastic. Nothing wrong with reuse! I am so glad you did these as it is something I have wanted to make

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I hope you give this a go. I’m very happy with the results

[@onlyyours725]

It's turned out so well!! I'm super excited for the next video as always!! Thank you, you have made sewing a pleasure for me as I can produce products that I can actually wear, feel good in and look good in. The arm opening is spot on!! You must be so proud of your son, He was such a pleasant surprise!!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

He was coming back from school 😀😀

[@sewlovemydogs]

That’s very clever, you’re very innovative Karina. ❤️

[@roseporter7548]

Some very helpful information thank you gonna try this as soon as my elastic gets here.

[@irenedale5256]

Great video, thank you. 💕🐾

[@louiseeiffel1014]

Good job. Thanks for testing out this pattern for us. Can't wait to see the rest of the mini-capsule.

[@EileenR11]

Thank you so much Karina. This is going to be really useful for me.

[@jemtebelle]

I love the hidden twill tape idea.

[@JosyJo14]

Karina.... You’re Amazing and sew very Clever.... a total inspiration :) Thank you sew much for sharing your tutorial with us. Cheers from Australia

[@teresaearleywine4291]

T.H.I.S.... so much more functional for myself too. Thank you for the helpful tips!!

[@krisl.4962]

Karina, thank you so much! I've wanted to make a shelf-bra/cami forever. I had one many years ago, but the bra didn't fit correctly, so always thought I'd create something - but thanks to you, I don't have to :) I'll be getting the pattern now, and I'll be using vintage swimsuit fabrics - yay! Thanks!!

[@carolinedelisle589]

Thank you for this video. A tank with a shelf bra is such an intimidating project. I am a similar size to you so I will give this a try as I am sure a home made one will fit better than anything store bought.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I try to think of new projects as adventures and take each step at a time. It does not need to be scary 😀

[@gaystone5897]

Great sewing ideas for “the girls”!! Thank you so much.

[@domy6827]

impressive attention to detail and beautiful process

[@blufaerie]

Supporting the foam cup with the thin twill tape is GENIUS!!!

[@CowgirlSugarCookie]

So great. Your ideas are fantastic. Thanks for sharing them!

[@kaben20]

Excellent instructions! Your videos are always so well done😊

[@lisahurst8565]

I'm so excited to try this for camis and swimsuit tops. I can never find a rtw swimsuit that supports me. Thank you so much!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I always have issues with swim tops too. Making this means we get to control the coverage abs support :)

[@shirettejohnson8326]

This is great! I've looked at stores for a camisole with a bra, but none have felt comfortable or supportive. And you worked out some good points of getting a cup to stay in place. Loved seeing your son say hello. So handsome. Thanks for the video and the discount code info!

[@jirup]

Your camis look great, Karina. I'm wondering about making this pattern up in cotton spandex for sleepwear. I'm not looking for jogging support, just a light hold to prevent pinches when I turn over in bed.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Oh yes for sure. For lounging it would be soft and comfy. My goal was to have a multi purpose one :)

[@peacelovesweets]

What a great video! I have sooooo many bras that I could recycle. You have very useful ideas. Thanks

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Recycling is the best!

[@kristinmcclary7194]

Excellent techniques to make a wearable cami, I can't wait to try it myself!

[@jmanonmakes]

This is so helpful. Thank you so much for sharing this.

[@dotschischloh9767]

Brilliant

[@belinda58sews29]

Thanks for this video, I always learn so much! I am interested in trying to sew bras and sportsbras bit the toile phase scares me, I don’t have any fabrics in my stash that would work for trial garments, but it seems fitting is even more important for these than even normally, so there’s no way around it. so I’ll have to look for sales and see if I can grab something that would work. And your son is such a cutie, all grown up.

[@myworld9746]

So innovative and interesting tutorial. Thank you.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

You’re very welcome 😀

[@catherinecritchlow8636]

I love the chalk marks. It's so smart!!

[@dianaroberson3969]

Loved your idea on the bra cups. I think I may use it for a swim tankini. A big THANK YOU. 😍

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Yes I would! So exciting 😀😀

[@marathonfortruth4768]

Thank you Karina! Such a satisfying result. Very clever tweaks and suggestions.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😀😀

[@mariamacksoud8284]

Thank you so much for the silly bounce test!! That is what really bugs me about camis with shelf bras. I am so excited to try this method.

[@NancySchober]

How clever that the shelf bra acts as an all in one facing. The technique on how to apply the clear elastic to get the lining to roll to the inside was great. I really appreciate how you go into detail on how to avoid irritating surfaces touching the skin. I've never seen you put a label in a handmade garment. I always cringe when I see that bcs I find labels super painful & almost always remove them from RTW

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Yes! I remove them all and don’t have any interest in having custom ones…😀

[@Zeevah-x5g]

Thank you so much for this video! I've saved it to a playlist for when I can use the technique. I think it's brilliant!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thanks! I was elated with this worked😀

[@joannaallton4519]

This was an excellent tutorial, thank you!!

[@lemtaz]

They both look great. I’ve done the twill trick with floppy dress pockets.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

It’s a magical thing 😀😀

[@brendalindsay5419]

Love this, adding the foam cups and twill tape was a get fix. I love the wide straps.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thanks 😀😀. I’m so happy this worked 😀

[@janicek6399]

Awesome! I'll have to buy that pattern, and like you, hunt for sources for notions and fabric! Thanks!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m glad I waited until I had all the things 😀

[@_M_Art]

Just bought this tank using your affiliate link:) Thanks for the video!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@lesleymoodley5703]

Love it Karina. This is exactly what I have been looking to do. Well done! Much appreciated. Loved the little interaction with your son too :)

[@melenelewis2955]

This looks fabulous! And your modifications are wonderful! I just wish I could get this pattern here in South Africa

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

It is a PDF pattern that you can print at home, so you can get it from anywhere 😀

[@melenelewis2955]

Thanks ,I have a look for it.

[@fdonn9441]

Thank you so much for this video. It has come just in time as I've been thinking of making my own camis with shelf bra.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Yay 😀😀😀

[@nickytaylor1784]

Amazing! Excellent way to make the pattern work for you, I’ve bought the pattern so wish me luck! ☺️

[@teresacleator_9937]

I see this pattern is on special for June,very tempting after watching your tutorial. Being very similar sizing to you, I was wondering how to get more support for the bust. Next search is for foam cups! Thank you so much for explaining in such detail.

[@Marialla.]

I have needed this for so long! Very happy to learn your technique!

[@LovingHandsDesign]

Awesome. I love learning from you. Thank you. 🙏🏽

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

You are so welcome

[@stacischilz404]

That was so helpful!! Thank you so much! Also you are such a positive adorable person!! 🥰🥰

[@kathygann7632]

Wow! Nice job!

[@lynnm.johnson5755]

Thanks for doing the bounce test. I have never felt I could wear such a top, due to lack of support. I think you found a good solution. I just might try it.

[@lil_big_mack]

This was incredible! I really want to try it

[@mlynncannon4188]

Can’t wait to give this a try! I too need the support with the wide straps. 😊

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

It’s just real life 😀. I had a smaller cup in my teens and 20s…. Those days are long gone.

[@cindycash1772]

All I can say... PERFECT !!! Thank you 💙!!!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

You’re very welcome 😀😀

[@ks8115]

Karina in the best sewing out there!

[@spokanetrish]

Ooooo ...I've been wanting to make the shelf bra cami, and you are so open about your process. Big thanks ❤️ Also ...I started watching your channel when you were making jeans for your son...so it was GREAT seeing him!! I'm sure your proud, tell him he's a fine young man ❤️❤️

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

He’s 15 now and towers over me now!

[@spokanetrish]

@@LiftingPinsandNeedles my son did the same, I would remind him that no matter how tall he got I was still the BOSS 😂😂 He's very handsome, looks very happy, and I'm sure he's a blessing to his family 💜💜

[@mlynncannon4188]

He is a handsome guy!

[@ritafairclough6470]

That looks great, I'm going to try that.

[@np6294]

This is great, thank you for sharing! Can you do an update on how well it has held up?

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

It’s perfect. No drama. It’s been in the wash many times and it’s all good.

[@megcheyfitz2856]

My mind is blown! What fantastic hacks!!! Where did you find the cups?

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I purchase everything in local shops here in Brazil.

[@jessicakitcher]

Thank you for this video

[@mgistcaful]

Amazing job!🎉 subscribing now!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thanks for subbing!

[@lorlor2831]

I’m so excited for this! I’m going to watch this a few more times while I’m waiting on my supplies. I really need to get these made for gardening this year. I’m also thinking of making this with sleeves ( fingers crossed) for a rash guard at the beach. Thank you. Loved seeing your son too❤️

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

He’s so lovely, it’s a blessing to have him. I. Glad you liked the video 😀

[@aileenyoung6999]

Great video

[@jackseve]

Amazing. Have you thought about using the final straps and covered it with the fabric like the clear elastic? Potentially you could use the straps for bras and cover them. Similar to a casing for elastic.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Yep. I’ve actually done that with a few dresses already :)

[@dedragardner3473]

I knew this would turn out fabulously! Is there anything you can’t do? ❤️😊

[@gratituderanch9406]

I find Etsy a great place to find notions like 1” bra straps, etc. have you looked there? Also- I love how you explained the clear elastic serge vs sewing and keeping the lining hid. Very well!!!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I live in Brazil so I can’t purchase on Etsy without paying triple for shipping and taxes.

[@aribella6913]

Love it

[@smiffy116]

That was really helpful, thanks Katrina. I can see myself sewing a nice warm version now it's getting colder here. But do you mind telling me where you got the pattern for your t-shirt? I presume you made it! I just love raglan sleeves but find the necklines don't always sit right on me but yours looks fab (of course).

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

The raglan top is the skylar sweater from Sinclair . See the video about it here kzbin.info/www/bejne/nKm9m2OYhLyDkMU

[@stefanieshepherd8687]

beautiful😇

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@barbarawarner4645]

I’m so glad to have seen this. Great looking camis. I’ll now keep my old bra straps. It’s a perfect solution for big breasted women.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

It sure is! I have a little bag full of goodies :)

[@lcrbrewerbrewer3824]

Great job! Do you think this would work as a tanking swim top?

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

For sure! These fabrics would dry fast :)

[@franreichenberg7466]

Thank you, was so hoping you would do a video like this! Probably a silly thought......but how thick is the rubber from washing up gloves compared to the clear elastic....would it be possible to cut strips of that????!!! (Found a couple of gloves where the finger tips have broken earlier today and it set me thinking!)

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

The rubber gloves do not have the firmness and durability that clear elastic has. I would not use rubber in sewing at all. It’ll disintegrate and snap over time.

[@franreichenberg7466]

@@LiftingPinsandNeedles oh well, .....thank you again

[@peggyriordan9857]

Really liked learning how to do this tank. Being full busted I have been very hesitant to try them. Do you think adding some light boning at the sides would cut down on my bust pushing out on the sides? That's an issue for me and the bra I wear has boning at the sides to keep my bust supported to the front. Also, is it possible for us to send you the wider elastic tape that you need? If so I'd be happy to send you some. For all that I've learned from you for free, that is the least I could do for you! Thank you so much for everything!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Yes! I’d love to add boning on the sides but I don’t have any. For sure it would improve the look and support. For now I’m happy with this, it’s not a full on bra after all 😀. No worries about the bra straps. I found a shop here that sells them in many Colors and 3/4” is also very good :)

[@kathyzdrill7300]

Hi Karina, amazing video. The part where you've sewn the clear elastic options, you say you moved the elastic over the serged seam slightly, and I've watched several times to see exactly what you mean, but I'm not quite certain. any chance you could explain a bit further? this is exactly what I want to do so my lining is tucked under and not visible...thanks so much!!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

The clear elastic is moved away from the serged edge by about 1/8” so that inner edge of the elastic overpasses the inner edge of the serged area.

[@cybrgrlseveneighttwo1510]

Thanks for sharing this! The twill tape idea is excellent and I will use it from now on! You are awesome. Its great tips for women with larger breasts like us!

[@barbf8628]

Genius with the bra cups!! I am super excited to try this out. I've been pining for a supportive cami that covers the front of the boobs. We rode horses for miles in the summer and it is so hot and uncomfortable to wear an under wire plus a cami. I hate wearing a top that shows my bra hoping this will be my answer! Can you tell me what brand the cups are? All I can find are those thick ones, and they are too small anyway.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I apologise but I purchase locally no brand supplies, so I really can’t give you a brand. They are not too thick.

[@barbf8628]

Question: what if one did NOT stitch the sides of the bra to the top? Do you think it would be as supportive or not? Yay or nay?

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

The sides of the bra are not sewn to the sides of the top. The bra is only sewn to the neckline on the top.

[@annlidslot8212]

Hi, Thank you for your video. Your cup technique will make me a very happy swimwear wearer, this year. We've always had a curious relationship with "simwear" in my country. The quotation marks are there to differentiate between competitive swimsuits, whilst they are what they are, they are perhaps not the most attractive on the beach. They are just that you swim in them very fast, in all respects they are somewhat alike. Then we have the "swimwear" that you wear to the beach, or the pool and what not For a very long time there were only the choices of wearing a full swimsuit without any bust support, or the triangular-fabric-pieces-and-some-string bikinis. The full swimsuit option worked for me for a short while, then either my torso got longer or the standardized measurements gave them a shorter torso. My body doesn't fit into a swimsuit like that. As for the triangles set, well I would wear one of those but only if that was The. Only Way. To. Save. My. Life. There exists no other ways to get me into one of those. Not in this body and not at this age. Luckily I was a reasonable frequent visitor of the US, where you can get any type of beachwear (shall we call it that? It's save on quotation marks) easily. I used to buy my beachwear there. My favorite ones are the tankini. The ones I was buying would have god bust support, and a proper length. Around 10-15 years my country caught up with the idea that tankinis seem to sell, so they should make them available to the buyers here too. Something that wasn't available here of course was the bust support. The people that came up with selling tankinis, had never really looked at one to see what the fuss was about. So now they were basically making camis and tank tops from beachwear fabrics with some different panties as a set. Then someone must have made the connection that not all ladies have the same measurements for the top and the bottom. So there bikinis with coordinated panties in different styles reached our market. The tankini apparently tanked (sorry, I just couldn't help myself) I travel much more seldom to the US and my beachwear are starting to fall apart. I've come to the conclusion that If I get going on the sewing, some beach wear will be on my to do list. I should start that project very soon, so that I have beachwear for wintering in Costa Rica, like my husband and I have been talking about lately. This is where you, and this video comes in. Like you I've only just have had to remove the foam cups. Until now I've speculated on getting a nice bra, and drape some (likely the very finest) neoprene on it and take it from there. And here you are with this ingenious idea to get the insert there. I'm so grateful to have had this in my KZbin flow today. I have a couple of question if you don't mind me asking? What is the strong mesh you're mentioning and what does is its purpose? What does it do for you that make you want to work with it? Before I got this in my feed today i've been contemplating taking a cheap corset from amazon and build one on the outside, and having a boned tankini, then take it to the shop that said that tankinis don't work anymore, so they get to see a seriously built bikini top, and some very high rise panties. A boned tankini in either a very goth or steam puky fabric (Most likely neoprene) or a very sweet and romantic pattern. They had some seriously sweet neoprene and swimwear fabrics on Minerva. If you check out Minerva.co.uk you should be able to find them. If you or someone in your comments don't know of Minerva. it's in Great Britain, and they ship. To Europe where I live perhaps 3-4 working days. Then it's stuck in customs, but if I handle that right I will have my fabric in my stash in around 1 week. They are deducting the British VAT and then you will pay whatever your country's VAT or sales instead. Again a thank you again for this video. With it you've made my a bit brighter, which I desperately need at this time of my health. Yous, Ann

[@annlidslot8212]

Hej är du från mitt land du med? (Are you from my country too?) I think you are describing the beachwear situation here too. I also used to bring back tankinis from the US. I too don't go as often anymore and my beach wear for the seaside are running ragged. I'm no sewist even if I have the accouterments to actually sew, so I have been thinking about making me some myself some. Any day now. if not in this century so surely the next one the one after the next. It might happen. This video is such starting point and she does it seems too intimidating hearing Ms. Pinsand-Needles talking about it. Vänligen (Yours), Ann