Monday, September 2, 2013

Bind off the remaining six stitches on your needle


Continue knitting by repeating the following pattern five times: for the first row, bind off six stitches and purl to the end. For the second row, knit one, make one, knit to the last stitch and turn your work.

Bind off the remaining six stitches on your needle.

Repeat steps 5 through 9 to make the right cup but instead of making one stitch at the beginning of the row, make one stitch at the end. This is called reverse shaping.

Make the straps by casting on four stitches and working in stockinette until you have reached the desired length. Bind off all stitches and weave in any ends cheap lingerie.

Block each piece of the bra by pinning to a flat surface and spraying liberally with water. Allow to dry naturally.

With yarn and tapestry needle, sew the left and right cup to the bra band and then sew each strap in place.

Thread satin ribbon through each end of the bra band and tie in a bow to secure in place.

How do you remove a bikini top? Untie around the neck and mid-back. Some bikini tops may fool you by tying around the neck, but still having a clasp around the back.

If there are clasps in front, use both hands to push the clasp inward. If the clasp does not come undone, push inward, then pull one side upward so the clasp can slide out.

If the clasps are in the back, use both hands to push each side inward to unhook. Some bikini tops also hook in the back, but the hook must be pulled up out of a loop instead of being pushed inward.

Pull bra off of the arms and away from the body. Back clasping bras will be pulled toward you, while front clasping bras you will pull off of the back.

Celebrate. Act like a pro, as if you knew what you were doing the whole time.

Rinse the car bra with a wet sponge


1 Get sized. Skipping this step will ensure more frustration and agony than you need experience. For a proper fitting, consult the employees at your favorite lingerie store. If you are uncomfortable with this, use a tape measure to size yourself at home. For instructions on cheap lingerie how to size yourself, see Resources below.

2 Select a strapless bra that is one band size smaller and one cup size larger than what you would normally wear. According to Andy Paige, author of “Style on a Shoestring,” this will partially compensate for the lack of bra straps. Because manufacturers do not size bras the same way, take several different sizes with you to the fitting room.

3 Dip your scrub brush into the warm, soapy water. Firmly brush the car bra using circular motions. Start at one side of the car bra, and slowly make your way to the other side.

4 Rinse the car bra with a wet sponge. Use warm water to completely rinse off any soap scum bubbles.

5 Pick the racer-back style if additional compression on the breasts is necessary. A traditional back may cut into your shoulders if the strap is too narrow. Use a mirror that reflects three sides of the bra at once. Bend and stretch to test the comfort and coverage of a sports bra. Run in place for 30 seconds to determine the support and breast motion for high-impact sports.

6 Check the fabric tags on the sport bras that fit the best for the sports level that is needed. Look for a polyester/cotton blend for softness and moisture-wicking capabilities. A Supplex® Nylon/Lycra® Spandex feels great on the skin and fits a full figure well with outstanding shape and support retention. Look for CoolMax® for a high-performance fabric when a plus-sized, high-impact sports bra is needed.

Sunday, September 1, 2013

Choose the right bra based on personal measurements


Use a fabric pen to trace the bottom of the wire onto the bra cups. Make sure you have approximately 3/8 of an inch of fabric remaining at the bottom of the bra, which you need for sewing over the wire.

Lay the channeling on top of the inside stitching of the bra cup. Line up the two evenly. Allow 1/2 inch of the channeling to hang off at each end.

Sew the channeling to the bra's seam on both sides of the channeling. The wire will have to fit inside of the channeling so make sure you do not sew the channeling shut.

Cut the end pieces of the channeling off and sew the ends. Be careful when sewing over wire so that the needle of the sewing machine does not come down onto the wire and crack.

Determine the activity-level needs of the lingeries for adequate support. A high-impact sport such as running, soccer or aerobics requires strong elastic fibers to keep the breasts stationary. Fast walking and skiing are medium-impact sports that require less lift and support. A low-impact sport such as yoga, strolling or weight training requires the least amount of compression and shaping of the breasts.

Choose the right bra based on personal measurements, from three separate bra constructions. A compression bra restricts breast motion and has the highest amount of support. Women with a curvy figure and an A- or B-sized cup will find this sports bra the most comfortable. An encapsulated or natural-shape athletic bra has sewn-in structure to lift heavier breasts. Women with a C-, D- or DD-sized cup will find this bra the most supportive. Try an underwire sports bra in either an encapsulated or natural shape for an extra dimension of support for full-heavy breasts ranging from DD and above.

Pick the racer-back style if additional compression on the breasts is necessary. A traditional back may cut into your shoulders if the strap is too narrow. Use a mirror that reflects three sides of the bra at once. Bend and stretch to test the comfort and coverage of a sports bra. Run in place for 30 seconds to determine the support and breast motion for high-impact sports.

Thursday, August 29, 2013

Place the tape measure below your breasts

Pin the front and back piece together with the right sides facing each other. Pin at the sides under the arm and at the top of the shoulder.

Sew these seams together using a zigzag stitch on the sewing machine, always working with the bra inside out and utilizing the extra 1/2" of cloth created in the pattern.

Fold over the unfinished edges around the entire sports cheap lingerie,  Sew them in place along the inside of the sports bra also using a zigzag stitch and utilizing the extra 1/2" of fabric in the pattern.

Round the number you get to the nearest whole number. Add 4 to the number if it is even. If the number is odd, add 5. This is your band size.

Wrap the measuring tape around the fullest part of your breasts. The tape measure needs to be parallel to the floor again. Do not pull the tape measure tight. Round the number you get to the nearest whole number.

Subtract the measurement you got for your band from the measurement you got across your breasts. The difference is your cup measurement. If the difference is less than 1 inch the cup size is AA, if the difference is 1 inch the cup size is A, if the difference is 2 inches the cup size is B, if the difference is 3 inches the cup size is C, if the difference is 4 inches the cup size is D.

Place the tape measure below your breasts, where the band of the bra sits. Extend the tape measure around your chest, keeping it level and tight to your ribcage.

Record the measurement in inches, rounding up to the nearest whole number. For example, 35.5 inches should be rounded up to 36 inches. If the measurement is an odd number, add five inches, and if the measurement is an even number, add four inches. This is your band size.

Hold the measuring tape across the nipple

Put your bra on. Hold the measuring tape across the nipple, and measure completely around your body without pulling too tight. Write down the number.

Subtract your band measurement from this measurement to calculate your cup size: 0 equals an AA cup, 1 equals an A cup, 2 equals a B cup, 3 equals a C cup, 4 equals a D cup, 5 equals a DD cup and 6 equals a DDD cup.

Combine your band size and cup size to find the perfect size strapless.

Shop at a store where you feel comfortable. The staff should be helpful and able to answer your questions knowledgeably. Or shop online at a merchant such as Title9Sports.com, which has a vast selection of sports bras including one that holds up to size 40DDDs, as well as a nursing sports cheap lingerie.

Put the bra on. You'll have three choices: pulling it on over your head, fastening it in front, and closing it in the back. It should feel comfortable when you put it on. Large-breasted women should check that there's no pressure on the shoulders.

Inspect how the bra is built. There should be no exposed metal or hardware, which will irritate by the end of your workout. Quality bras have plush lining surrounding all metal pieces.

Jump up and down to gauge movement. Women up to an average D cup are best off with a compression bra, while full Ds need an encapsulation bra to minimize movement. Ask if you can testdrive the bra and take a run around the block.

Read the label to find out what the fabric content is. Virtually every sports bra has a coolmax/lycra lining for wicking. The outer fabric, aside from looking great, lends support and maintains shape. Pure cotton won't wick, but a cotton/polyester/lycra blend is very supportive. Skin that chafes easily will be happiest in a poly/lycra blend. Many bras use a supplex/lycra/cotton mix for superior wicking. See How to Buy Performance Workout Clothing for more information on high-tech fabrics and blends.

Tuesday, August 27, 2013

Finding a properly fitting nursing bra

Padded bras are used to change the look of the breasts without the expense of plastic surgery. Many women find them to be a great boost to self-esteem. Padded bras are used to enhance the size and dimension of the bust area. Wearing a padded bra properly can make breasts seem larger and can even make clothes fit better.

If you don’t take extra care when washing and drying delicates and bras, you could end up with ruined or deformed items. Bras and other undergarments are worn often, so they can lose elasticity quickly. Taking proper care of these items can help prolong their life.

Finding a properly fitting nursing cheap lingerie is key to being able to comfortably nurse your child while supporting the extra weight of your larger breasts. Bras that do not fit well may be uncomfortable, unsightly or even contribute to clogged milk ducts. Learning to calculate your nursing bra size will help to ensure that your bra fits well, that your breasts are well supported and that you can conveniently nurse your baby.

Top-loading washing machines use an agitator to effectively clean clothes, circulating them to lift out dirt and grime from fibers. The problem with agitators is that some clothes get wrapped around them, becoming tangled and stretched out -- especially bras or other items with straps. Take care when washing your delicate undergarments to prevent tangling and increase their lifespan.

Buying the perfect underwire bra is like finding Mr. Right. You need something that's supportive, uplifting and that feels great no matter what. Finding that perfect bra doesn't have to be difficult if you know what to look for.

Crochet lingerie can be very sexy. If you would like to try to crochet some yourself, start with something simple, like a bra. A bra can be very simple to crochet. You'll just need to take some measurements and follow the pattern. Here's how you can make yourself a halter bra.

Monday, August 26, 2013

Place the tape measure below your breasts


Place the tape measure below your breasts, where the band of the bra sits. Extend the tape measure around your chest, keeping it level and tight to your ribcage.

Record the measurement in inches, rounding up to the nearest whole number. For example, 35.5 inches should be rounded up to 36 inches. If the measurement is an odd number, add five inches, and if the measurement is an even number, add four inches. This is your band size.

When choosing a maternity sexy lingerie store  consider comfort above all else. The cup should fit smoothly without puckering. When you first purchase the bra, make sure that the band fits comfortably at the tightest hook. This will ensure room for expansion as your rib cage expands.

Chose a cotton bra with smooth cups as opposed to lacy ones. Many women find underwire bras uncomfortable because they can compress sensitive tissue.

Be sure that the band of the bra fits comfortably. It should fall below your shoulder blades. It should also be snug enough not to ride up when you raise your arms but loose enough to be comfortable.

Choose a bra with wide, padded straps. This will help to ensure that the straps will not dig into your shoulders as the weight of your breasts increase.

You can also buy nursing bras as opposed to maternity bras. If you plan on nursing your baby, this may save you some money in the long run.

Use a soft tape measure to measure just under your breasts. Measure all the way around your body. Don't pull the tape measure too tight. Have it resting comfortably against your skin and even around your rib cage just below the breasts. Wear a thin bra for measuring.

Add 4 inches to the measurement in step 1 if you ended up with an even number or add 5 inches if you ended up with an odd number. This number will be the band size of the bra you need. For example, if you measured a chest size of 38 add 4 inches to that. Your bra band size would be 42.MORE:cheap sexy lingerie