The wait is over! Our highly anticipated series on Bra Fit is now available though our online Learning Platform. These self-paced courses focus on specific Bra Fit Challenges that explain the WHY in addition to the HOW. Topics go beyond the basics and dive into more individual needs based on breast and torso shape - with some sections including exclusive ideas and techniques not found anywhere else!
Read MoreWe are so excited to announce that we have officially scheduled our first one-of-a-kind lingerie sewing retreat. Lily, Madalynne and Jennifer have gotten their first Lingerie Retreat on the books for April 4-7, 2024 in St. Petersburg, Florida.
Read MoreOur final spots remain for our 1-day In-Person Wireless Bra / Bralette Workshop. Spend a day making and fitting with Lily of LilypaDesigns in San Dimas, CA (30 miles east of Downtown LA).
Read MoreDue to an ongoing technical issue on the back end of our website, we have unfortunately been unable to restore the original download links for our Momiji and Lusamine Pattern Files. We have emailed those customers affected with instructions for re-downloading their patterns.
Read MoreOur website currently has limited functionality due to updates implemented by the webhost. As of 1pm PST, it is affecting pattern downloads and customer accounts. If you need immediate assistance, please email us directly. We thank you for your patience and apologize for any inconvenience.
Read MoreA few of us lingerie designers (Madalynne, Porcelynne and LilypaDesigns) are thinking about putting together an in-person conference and could use your input. This 5 day event will be held in St Petersburg, Florida with potential dates during spring break and early summer 2024. Registration fee will be about $2500 and will open this fall to give people plenty of time to coordinate.
Read MoreWe heard you! LilypaDesigns is proud to present a new series of online, self-paced classes focused on Bra Fit. Courses include topics beyond the basics and dive into more specific needs based on breast shape, fully utilizing Lily’s varied drafting background.
Read MoreMake your own romantic and very feminine Lanai Wireless Bra by making just a couple of changes to the original pattern pieces. This is a great option for those with larger cups who need the full coverage but want a more playful look. Splitting the Upper Cup allows more design AND fit options.
Read MoreLet’s talk about stretchy fabrics for large and/or heavy breasts. With the popularity of comfy, lounge bras during and post pandemic, what does fabric have to do with support for larger cups? Plenty. While this post is geared for the Momiji Bralette the info may be applied to similar bralette styles.
Read MoreA tutorial on how to adjust a longline cradle for a round or protruding belly. Many of us (myself included) shy away from longline bras for a myriad of reasons from mum tum to acid reflux or simply due to body shape (perceived or otherwise). A longline CAN be comfortable and not cut in by modifying the pattern to FIT your body rather than mold it.
Read MoreLearn how to alter the Bottom Cup Depth (vertical length) while keeping the Horizontal Hemisphere (horizontal length) of a curved 3 piece bra cup! While this tutorial is tailored for the Momiji Bralette Pattern, the methodology can be used for ANY bra pattern with a similar seamlines.
Read MoreWe've done it again! A comfy, stretchy bralette designed specifically for the larger cup set, our Momiji bralette pattern is now LIVE. This longline bralette offers a significant amount of support through the use of internal slings and boning. The 3-piece cup shape allows for more projection and inner fullness.
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