In our fun little DIY Bikini community last week, I asked YOU to be the teachers! Here was my question: Deep creases, wedgies and excessive buttcrack gathers (😅 I know there's a better description, but this gets straight to the point) indicate that the bikini is too large for the body. This occurs even in the most minimal of cuts. How do you fix it? Two main remedies were proposed: Decrease the width through the crotchShorten ...
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SEW-ALONG: the ADVANCED Molded Bra Pattern
Last year, I released the MIKO Molded Bra Cup Pattern (Advanced) due to an overwhelming request to eliminate the edge bindings on the Beginner Molded Bra Cup pattern. And finally, the video tutorial/sew-along is here! This is a lengthy video, so make use of the table of contents given in the video's description to go to the timestamp that you need. Resources, tools and supplies: Purchase your SOFT molded bra cups from the MIKO ...
A Long Overdue Update
What a wild year it’s been! In less than 20 months, I somehow managed to break my arm, move across the country three times, and finally, return to a career that I had left behind three years ago. In the words of the beautiful Carrie Underwood, “...I need a smoke break.” No, I don’t smoke. But damn. I’m currently gazing at a Californian desert-scape outside of my home. Clusters of Joshua Trees fill my view, their branches ...
Your Guide for Rhinestone Tools
(Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links. This means that, at no additional cost to you, the MIKO Suit Supplies Blog will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Read more about affiliate links here) My MIKO Sewing Patterns and supplies simply provide you with a canvas. But, your unique flair - your artistry - is expressed through the vibrancy of rhinestones, appliques, beads, and any other medium with ...
How to Transform Your Vertical Princess Seam
If you're tired of the same old look, try out this method for transforming your vertical princess seams into diagonal seams across your molded bra cup. Sometimes, different style lines are all you need to embellish your design portfolio. This method is a direct application of a wonderful bra tutorial from Amy Chapman of Cloth Habit for transforming a diagonal seam line into a vertical one. The method that I'll be showing here uses the ...
How to Make a Competition Bikini
Are you a bodybuilding competitor with a sewing machine? Or an aspiring suit designer, but don't know how to get started with sewing competition suits? Well, luckily I have a 2-part sew-along to help you find your way! As a sewist and a figure competitor, I wanted to take on the challenge of sewing my own suit. After a few years of wrangling spandex fabric, I wanted to show you all my methods! I hope you enjoy the 2-part sew-along and if ...
Do I Really Need a Princess Seam?
Have you ever been unsure about which method you should use to cover your molded bra cup? Figuring out which direction to take can be an overwhelming task. But that's why I created two princess seams patterns to help alleviate your sense of uncertainty. But, a common question that I get is: "Do I really need a princess seam or dart on my molded bra cup?" And the answer is: It depends. I made a quick video explaining the circumstances in ...
Stiff Molded vs. Soft Molded?
What's the difference between the stiff molded cup and the soft molded cup? And which one should you choose? I made a quick video explaining the differences. But, if you're crunched for time or are unable to watch the video at the moment, continue reading below. Main Differences Let's start with the soft molded cups: Soft molded cups feel and behave like the inserts that you would get from a ready-to-wear bikini or sports bra. ...