Lovely pattern and bra. The fitting advice is really helpful and it’s the most comfortable bra I have.

My first bra pattern and maybe my last! (Maybe I sew up the Wilowdale but maybe not since I hate underwires stabbing me…I bought the kit from Sweden and I had a great time sewing it along with the youtube video. Fits great! Thank you! best, JB

What a great pattern! It's easy to sew and needed very few adjustments to feel pretty perfect. The band is so comfortable - no rolling or squeezing - and the cups have the extra volume I need without the extra width like most bra patterns for larger cups. My first try is wearable! Such a relief!

I really like the wide elastic on the bottom, that my breast fit and its comfortable.

As a typical 36-38H cup bra wearer, I have never had a bralette. I pretty much wear my industrial strength underwire from when I get up to when I go to bed. But the Loftus has changed that!

This is my first version that is a 38I. I don’t know if I’ll make mods to it, as it has volume in the cups, and fits around the my body well and provides enough structural engineering to make it supportive. When you take on a kit from Porcelynne that had pretty red lace, black lining and silver sparkly elastic, I feel downright gorgeous AND comfortable.

This is my first bra, first real lingerie, but it won’t be my last.

I made my first Loftus Bralette as a toile, after following the detailed measuring instructions there were minimal changes to be made to the pattern for a good fit. The instructions guided me through every step of the way. The next make was successful in fit, but the material I’d chosen for the centre panels to make the bra ‘pretty’ were unbearably itchy. Third make has a cotton/silk for the outer and centre panels, with cotton poplin for the lining. Fit is excellent and very comfortable to wear all day. Onward and upwards! More Loftus bralettes to make, and I’ll tackle the underwired Cashmerette bra next.

Perfect handholding for first time bra maker: so many fitting options and great instruction for how to navigate your way through. I made a bra that fits!

A favorite, easy to make - lovely video tut, so nice to use some nice quilting fabric too.

I’m really impressed with the fit and support of this bra right out of the package. It’s not really a bralette, it’s a wire free bra. The instructions are clear and thorough with just the right amount of detail. I’m planning to make another with just a few tweaks to better fit me. And to try different fabrics.

I bought this pattern with a view to make it out of knit fabric and I am not disappointed. It is one of the comfiest bras I’ve made now I’ve tweaked the pattern just for me. I’ve made 4 so far, two toiles and two just perfect. I can’t recommend this pattern enough whether it’s made as it should be or in knit fabric like mine. Super glad I purchased it and can’t wait to make more!

I’ve made bras in the past and they have never fit properly. My first make of the Lofus Bra is my new favorite and I immediately bought more kits!

First time sewing a bra and it won't be my last. I was worried with so many fiddly bits and not much patience with accurate cutting from slippery fabric. Even though all my pieces weren't the same size from left to right, due to my sloppy cutting, the fit was pretty darn good. The next time I will use a rotary cutter and not lift the fabric from the cutting surface, which is how I got my not perfectly sized pieces.
I also used narrower elastic than called for because that is what I had at home. I didn't want to break into my lovely kit to make a toile/muslin. This muslin is now part of my regular stash and I plan to make a "real" version this weekend. It's so comfy and there's nary an underwire to poke me. I'm so tired of underwire bras where the underwire escapes from the channeling and pokes either under the arm or mid chest. This bra will never have a chance to hurt me!
Ultimately, there are a bunch of fiddly bits, but they go together with patience into a really great bra. I'd recommend trying it.

First - I find the loftus bra extremely comfortable although mine needed lots of adjustments. It gives lots of support without wires. I also made one for a friend who has very large soft breasts and can not find a good commercial bra. For her this pattern was perfect, no changes needed - she mentioned it is the most comfortable bra she ever had. So I would definitely recommend this for somebody who is very large busted.

For myself though, I had to do lots of adjustments as my bust is medium sized, with wider root and round overall with dense tissue. I feel it pushes my breasts down (makes them look droopy) because it has lots of /too much room under the bust point and it is pretty tight/comfortable above the bust point. Horizontally it fits nicely. I had to remove almost an 1" on the vertical at bust level, and change the angle of the straps. I tried a smaller size and that also needed vertical changes. Quite a few people in the (Beginner International Bra Bee) class I took changed the angle of the elastic from 90 to 120 degrees and sew it around so it does not roll up. The angle of the center cup section is not continuing the center section angle, so I shaved some of the pattern to make it continuous. With these changes, my #4 bra is finally comfortable. I can probably tweak it a bit more but it works :)

I purchased a kit from your recommended supplier in NZ and used the video as I haven’t made a bra before. That all made it so straight forward. The bra fitted perfectly and is very comfortable. I am definitely going to use the pattern again

I've longed for a no-wire bra that also is comfortable and gives plenty of support. This is it! I was a bit hesitant to tackle making a bra, but the instructions were really clear. Thanks a million for having devised the pattern, Jenny.

I have tried other bra patterns with limited to no success. I decided to give this one a try - I love it! I was able to find my size on the second make. I used some leftover quilting cotton to try it out and actually really like it so am in the process of making several more with leftover fabric. Also different with this pattern - I’m actually enjoying the make! That is very different from other patterns where I felt I was slogging through.

I had made the Willowdale Bra, so I had plenty of bra-making supplies on hand with which to make my first Loftus Bralette. Being short (barely 5 feet), a 2-inch bra band was not going to work for me (and in 30D I don't need so much support), so I used a 1-inch band, which also allowed me to use the same hook and eye closures as I had for the Willowdale. I loved the fit of my Loftus! Because of the way the front straps are formed, this was the first bra in many years whose straps did NOT fall off my very sloped shoulders! The one complaint I had was with the way the elastic back straps are attached to the front strap - the folded under end of the front strap dug into my shoulders. My solution was to attach the elastic strap the same way as on the Willowdale. Now my Loftus is great!

The option to have patterns in graded sizes is essential especially for plus size women. I could have easily printed one letter size with the grades if it was available as opposed to having to print my size 4x to piece together one that fits. It was so frustrating. Not everyone needs that perhaps. But I did. Other pattern companies offer that option why not yours. I wouldn’t buy again but I have suggested to other plus sized pattern seekers on facebook to give it a go.

Ma commande est arrivée sans problème, les fichiers pdf sont très bien et s'impriment sans erreurs. J'ai commencé la partie couture, pas de difficultés pour le moment, c'est super!

Very easy and accessories adaptable.

Thrilled with the fit, comfort and support. Plan to make many more! Thank you for a great pattern!

I’m new to bra making (this was my first) so I didn’t have the skill and refinement techniques other sewsters have that have made bras before. But how hard can it be? I made the size 36F and although I cut my straps the wrong length and had to do a bit of jiggery pokery to get it right, it’s fantastic. It is super comfortable and very supportive. There is minimal “bounce” when moving around and the Loftus minimises the “droop” that you get with most other non wired bras. The “side boob” is covered up and no bulging anywhere. I’d recommend this for anyone who wants a challenge and wants a super cute bra at the end. The instructions were clear and well written for a non-bra sewing person. It was fiddly in places but all manageable. I bought a kit from Nellie Jones in New Zealand and the materials were beautiful. My sewing teacher, Karina at Studio of Sewing (Auckland) helped guide me and rescue me after I cut a bit wrong (much laughter and eye rolling on both our parts). Because this is so good, I will have to make more. I’d highly recommend this to others who have a bit of sewing experience. 😊

It's sometimes hard to know if the issues are with the sewer, the supplies or the pattern.
I think the pattern is pretty good. I need longer straps at the fabric end. The end of the fabric straps sit uncomfortably right on the top of my shoulder and dig in.
I also would like more side boob coverage around front and underarm. a bit of side boob overhang happening.

I bought the kit from bra makers supplies(Canada). I had a few issues with shipping twice they gave me too little power mesh to cut out the pieces and the power mesh didn't seem to me to have much power to it. Regular mesh over the cups and straps very unpleasant, rough against the skin.
Jump rings to small to pass the straps through as made. bunching fabric and increased issues with rough mesh fabric. It's always possible I made an error.

Large elastic around the chest not strong / supportive enough. a bit thicker than usual elastics but not enough to provide the support needed. The cup sized seemed fine not too big- BUT - Even with the straps cutting into my shoulders and the band very tight my boobs drooped over. Not terrible just not attractive -Again never rule out sewing errors made by me.
Hard to review as I think a part of the issues was the quality of supplies. Or my abilities unfortunately I will not wear it - just too uncomfortable.

What a FABULOUS pattern. This bra is amazing, I would never have believed that an unwired bra could give such great support and be so comfortable . Have made 2 and have purchased kits to do three more. Love the Willowdale and this makes a perfect alternative.
If you’re hesitating and wondering whether you should try it I’d strongly recommend you give it a go. Used the size recommended and it fits perfectly.
Thank you so much Cashmerette for another brilliant pattern.

I may not be a beginner seamstress but making clothing is new to me. I made this bralette and it fit. Fantastic, if I could find a less expensive way to purchase the right supplies then I would make several more. I’m just chuffed with myself for this accomplishment but I probably should be giving the credit to the ease of the instructions on the pattern and the tutorial. Thanks for giving me confidence to try more things.