super basic UNDERPANTS | PDF sewing pattern
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The super basic UNDERPANTS are, basically, SUPER! These underpants were designed especially with round bums in mind, offering full coverage around the back then curving into a low-rise hipster at the front. The pattern pieces look a little funky, but they piece together to create some truly cozy underpants that stay put.
These underpants are a quick sew, and I've offered instructions for a total of FOUR different finishes (three with elastic, and one with self-fabric). One of my favorite sewing techniques - the burrito method - of course also makes an appearance in this pattern. Please note that the final sewing pattern come up slightly higher than in the photos.
This pattern was drafted for a full hip measurement between 86cm and 170cm (333/4" - 67"). Step-by-step illustrated instructions are for a standard sewing machine or in combination with a serger and provide extensive detail.
GENERAL INFO
This is a computer drafted, print and cut PDF pattern, printable in black/white or color. The A0/copyshop file is included in your purchase. The pattern includes all sizes, and is layered and nested to make for easy grading between sizes, if necessary. Size views can be easily toggled on or off in order to print only the size you want to make.
SIZING + FABRIC
Light- to mid-weight knits with good recovery, such as stretch cotton, bamboo or modal jersey with 40% to 100% stretch (drafted for approx. 60% stretch).
NOTIONS
Coordinating thread, ball-point needle, elastic (such as fold over elastic, picot elastic, knit or braided elastic or self-fabric (ie. no elastic!))
DIFFICULTY
Beginner
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I don't have much experience sewing stretch fabrics but these were so easy to make (I used a normal machine). I used the self-fabric as elastic (my fabric had 90% stretch) and it worked brilliantly. I picked the size based on my hip measurements and they fit perfectly. I will definitely be making a lot more of these- comfy, elegant and I don't need to buy special elastic! Win!
This was my first go at making undies - really enjoyed the pattern - easy to follow and great tips - first pair were too big but went down two sizes and ta da - perfect!!
This pattern is great. I am a designer, seamstress, and patten maker and I was never so grateful as I was to find such an easy to use pattern with minimal pieces. This is just that, super basic; but, you could use the base pattern and hack away or use whatever type of fabric you wanted. I plan to use it the way it is and make quite a few pair.