LIA: THE BRA YOU CAN ACTUALLY SEW
LIA is a soft, clean, precise bra: the perfect pattern to learn the basics of modern wireless lingerie and get a polished result from your very first version.
Lined cups, “sandwich” construction, stabilized lace, elastics applied with tension, and adjustable straps: a true intermediate project.
Level: intermediate
Sizes: 80A to 105E
Style: lined triangle bra, raw lace edge, tensioned elastics, adjustable straps, clean finish.
🧷 FABRIC, NOTIONS & YARDAGE
Recommended fabrics
– Viscose jersey (very comfortable)
– Lightweight cotton jersey
– Stretch lace
– Stretch mesh
– Stretch microfiber
Required stretch: 10 to 20%
Yardage (140 cm width)
All sizes 80A to 105E:
– Main fabric: 45 × 50 cm rectangle
– Lining: 45 × 50 cm rectangle
– Raw-edge lace: 20 × 8 cm
– Clear elastic: 20 cm
– Elastics:
• 2.20 m for straps + sides
• ~1 m for the bottom elastic
Other supplies
– 1 bra hook-and-eye closure
– 2 rings
– 2 sliders
– Polyester thread
– Stretch needle 75/11
🔧 REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
Sewing machine: sufficient
– straight stitch (seams, stabilization)
– zigzag or 3-step zigzag (elastics, clear elastic)
Serger/overlocker: optional
🧵 WHAT’S INCLUDED
A4 PDF pattern to assemble and A0 sheet
🖨️ Print the PDF single-sided, choosing “Actual size”.
Optional layers: select only your size.
Step-by-step instruction booklet (A5 format)
🖨️ Print double-sided, choosing “flip on short edge” to create a booklet.
Booklet contents:
– Choosing your size (80A → 105E) and measurement chart
– Cup dart
– “Sandwich” construction: fabric + lace + lining
– Clean assembly using the “burrito” method
– Preparing and attaching adjustable straps
– Applying side elastics with controlled tension
– Applying clear elastic along the lace
– Bottom elastic + joining the two cups
– Attaching the closure
Seam allowances included (7 mm)
🎥 FREE VIDEO TUTORIAL
The full video tutorial is available for free here.
You’ll see every step in real conditions:
– sewing darts,
– sandwich construction,
– applying elastics and clear elastic,
– assembling adjustable straps,
– attaching the closure,
🪡 WHY THIS PATTERN
LIA is a skill-building pattern: precise, practical, and instructive.
It teaches the key lingerie techniques—controlled tension, lace stabilization, clean sewing with no visible seam allowance, adjustable construction—while giving you a truly wearable bra.
Ideal for leveling up, testing different fabrics, and exploring variations in lace, lining, or elastics.
📦 TECHNICAL INFORMATION
PDF pattern available for immediate download after purchase
For personal use only – reproduction prohibited
Designed and tested by Studio Paule
Contact: admin@studio-paule.com
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