The Design Iris by Tilly and the Buttons is the perfect pattern to learn to sew lingerie. It is a multi-style knickers pattern, created in collaboration with lingerie designer Evie La Lùve. Incredibly versatile, the waistline, leg and finishing options make a total of 36 combinations!
Mix and match low, mid or high leg and waistline options
Finish the waistline and leg openings with fold over elastic and/or narrow stretch lace
A perfect project for scrap-busting your fabric stash
Can be whipped up on a regular sewing machine
Recommended Fabrics Main fabric: Light- to medium-weight stretch knit fabric with 40-60% 4-way stretch and good recovery, such as jersey, scuba, stretch mesh, stretch velvet. Crotch lining: Small piece of cotton jersey, bamboo jersey or similar fabric with natural fibre content.
Supplies and Notions
Main fabric – see left + below
Crotch lining fabric – see left + below
Narrow stretch lace* x 20-40mm (3/4-1 1/2in) wide AND/OR fold over elastic (FOE) x 15-20mm (5/8-3/4in) wide – see below
All purpose polyester thread to match your fabric, lace and/or FOE
Sewing machine with adjustable zigzag stitch, stretch needle and basic tools
Optional: Overlocker (serger)
NB: Most stretch laces are suitable for all leg opening options and the low waist opening. If you want to use lace for the high and mid waist openings, make sure your lace has a similar stretch percentage to your main fabric (40-60%)
