Luxury Bra Making
Sewing Retreat
Summer 2026
Seminole, Florida
October 8-12, 2026
An intimate, all-inclusive sewing experience with Lily Fong, Monica Bravo, and Jennifer Fairbanks
Imagine spending several days fully immersed in the art of bra making with three of the most respected educators in the lingerie sewing community.
This intimate retreat takes place in a beautiful private home in Seminole, Florida, where creativity and relaxation come together. With room for only eight attendees, this experience offers rare access to expert instruction, personal fitting support, and meaningful connection with fellow sewists.
During our time together, you'll learn the foundations of bra fitting and construction while creating your own beautifully fitted bras using high-quality materials provided for you.
When the sewing machines quiet down, the retreat transforms into a cozy gathering of friends. We will cook together, share meals, relax in the pool and hot tub, enjoy the fire pit in the evenings, and unwind with games and conversation.
This is not just a class.
It is a shared creative experience designed to inspire, educate, and recharge.
What You'll Learn
Over three full workshop days, you'll work through the complete process of bra making from fit to finish.
Day One: Bra Fit & Foundations
We begin with a deep dive into bra anatomy, fit, and function. You will learn how to evaluate bra fit and make minor alterations to improve comfort and support. This lecture and fitting session ensures your project starts with the best possible foundation.
Days Two & Three: Cutting & Sewing
With your pattern and fit adjustments ready, we move into construction. You'll cut your fabrics and work step-by-step through the bra sewing process with guidance from our instructors.
With such a small group, you'll receive individualized support as you sew, troubleshoot, and refine your skills.
By the end of the retreat, you'll walk away with the knowledge and confidence to continue creating beautiful, well-fitting bras at home.
What Makes This Retreat Special
Intimate Group Size - With only eight participants, you'll receive hands-on help and personalized feedback throughout the retreat.
All Supplies Included - We provide everything you need, including fabrics, elastics, notions, and patterns. Simply arrive ready to learn and create.
Live, Learn, and Relax Together - Unlike traditional workshops, this retreat blends education with community. We will live together in the same home, cook and share meals, and relax together in the evenings.
A Creative Escape - Between sessions you can enjoy the pool, hot tub, fire pit, and games, or simply sit with a cup of coffee and chat with fellow sewists.
Guest Instructors
Jennifer Fairbanks
Porcelynne
Lily Fong
LilypaDesigns
Monica Bravo
Bravo Bella Bras
Jennifer Fairbanks, Porcelynne
Founder of Porcelynne and Sew Pinellas, Jennifer Fairbanks is widely recognized in the lingerie sewing community as a leading authority in bra pattern drafting and construction.
Jennifer is the author of Bare Essentials: Bras and More and has been teaching sewing and pattern making for over twenty years. She previously taught at the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising (FIDM) and has dedicated her career to helping sewists understand the technical foundations behind well-fitting garments.
Through Porcelynne, Jennifer designs bra-making patterns, supplies, and educational courses used by sewists around the world.
Lily Fong, LilypaDesigns
Lily Fong is the designer behind LilypaDesigns, known for beautifully engineered bra patterns and her meticulous approach to lingerie construction.
Her designs are beloved in the bra making community for their precision, thoughtful fit, and innovative details. Lily’s teaching style blends technical knowledge with practical instruction, helping students gain confidence while mastering complex construction techniques.
She is passionate about empowering sewists to create their own lingerie and discover the joy of making garments that fit their bodies perfectly.
Monica Bravo, Bravo Bella bras
Monica Bravo, founder of Bravo Bella, brings over 20 years of experience designing bras and swimwear.
Her background in lingerie design and garment construction gives her a deep understanding of both aesthetics and engineering. Monica is known for her supportive teaching style and her ability to guide students through advanced techniques with clarity and patience.
This retreat brings together Monica's design expertise with Jennifer and Lily’s technical instruction to create a truly exceptional learning experience.
Retreat Itinerary:
Wednesday, October 8
Arrival Evening
Guests arrive at the house in Seminole, Florida.
We'll settle in, enjoy dinner together, and spend the evening getting to know one another.
Thursday, October 9
Workshop Day 1 — Bra Fit & Alterations
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
We begin with lecture and fitting instruction covering bra structure, fit evaluation, and making small pattern adjustments to improve fit and comfort.
Evening: Relax by the pool or hot tub, enjoy dinner together, and unwind around the fire pit.
Friday, October 10
Workshop Day 2 — Cutting & Construction
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Cut fabrics and begin sewing your bra with step-by-step instruction and individualized help.
Evening: Dinner together, games, relaxation, and community time.
Saturday, October 11
Workshop Day 3 — Sewing & Finishing
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Complete construction, refine finishing techniques, and troubleshoot any challenges.
Celebrate the weekend of learning and creativity with one final evening together.
Sunday, October 12
Departure Morning
Enjoy breakfast together before packing up and heading home with new skills, new friendships, and beautiful handmade lingerie.
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Pricing & What’s Included
The investment for this intimate, all-inclusive bra making retreat is $4,750 per attendee. This experience includes four nights of accommodations in our private retreat home in Seminole, Florida, three full days of expert instruction from Jennifer Fairbanks, Lily Fong, and Monica Bravo, and a deeply immersive learning environment limited to just eight participants. All sewing machines, fabrics, elastics, patterns, and supplies needed for your projects are provided, so you can simply arrive ready to learn and create. Your stay also includes all meals prepared and shared together, access to the home’s pool, hot tub, fire pit, and gathering spaces, and personalized fitting and construction guidance throughout the workshop. This retreat is designed to be a true creative escape where every detail is handled so you can focus fully on learning, sewing, and connecting with fellow makers.