Sydney Sports Bra

€8,99

Made for Knits

The Sydney Sports Bra is the kind of bra you'll want to live in — whether you're hitting the yoga mat, going for a run, or simply lounging around the house.

It's a fully lined bra designed to fit snugly and give you serious support. The construction hugs your curves and does the shaping work for you. No bra-padding or foam bra-cup inserts are required unless you really want to add them, in which case this pattern absolutely allows you to do this!

Choose between two front options:

a twist + keyhole front for a feminine, subtly sexy look (the main version), or...
a smooth front with a curved décolleté for a more understated and classic look

Choose between two strap versions:

4 cross-braided straps for an intricate finish
2 thick crossed straps for a sporty look and an extra amount of support

It's running-approved. Strength training approved. And even maternity-approved. I bet you once you finish your first Sydney Sports Bra, you'll be scrambling to buy more fabric for your next few Sydneys, in all possible variations!

Upon purchase, you will receive a digital download link with lifetime access. It will give you access to two files:

Printable pattern files: Print this pattern from home on A4 or US Letter Paper, use the A0 file format to have it printed at the copy-shop or use the Projector pattern with integrated scaling grids for calibration.
All files are layered so you can print only the size you need.
Complete sewing booklet with mini sewing lessons: You will receive comprehensive and easy-to-follow illustrated instructions and links to mini video tutorials that will guide you through each step of the sewing process.

Sydney Sports Bra

€8,99

Everything you need to know

Suitable Fabrics

This pattern was designed for activewear/swimwear knit fabrics with 40-60% stretch

Yardage

Less than 0.7m of fabric (see product pictures for detailed yardage)

Seam Allowances

All seam allowances are included (7mm)

Notions Needed

regular or swimwear elastic (10mm or 20mm wide)
matching thread and a jersey/stretch/microtex needle
OPTIONAL: 40mm wide elastic for underbust band
OPTIONAL: bra padding / foam cups
OPTIONAL: matching Mettler Seraflex® thread for straight stitch topstitching

Sewing Tools

Scissors, jersey/stretch needle, thread, pins, trick marker or chalk, and a loop turner or a sturdy safety pin.

A serger/overlocker is strongly recommended for best results!

What You'll Learn

This is an intermediate pattern — not because the construction is complicated, but because it requires focus and the right tools.

Every technique (understitching, sewing straps, working with lining, constructing the twist) is explained in detail in the instructions, so even if this is your first time sewing activewear, you can absolutely do it. Just make sure to read through the instructions carefully before you start.

The story behind this sewing pattern

The Sydney was born out of frustration — because quality sports bras are expensive, and other sports bra patterns I tried never quite hit the mark. I wanted something cute enough to actually look forward to wearing, with real support and a shape that flatters your bust without relying on foam inserts.

After months of experimenting, I landed on a construction that hugs your curves and holds everything in place — no pads, no fuss. I tested it through strength training, running, and even my entire pregnancy, and it never let me down.