super basic UNDERPANTS | PDF sewing pattern

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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• super basic UNDERPANTS on different shapes + sizes, fabric inspo AND where to get elastic.