men’s underwear boxer sewing example 12

Men’s underwear has come a long way in terms of style and comfort. Gone are the days of uncomfortable tighty-whities or sagging boxers. Today, men have a wide variety of options when it comes to underwear, including the popular boxer briefs. But if you’re looking to try your hand at making your own underwear, why not start with a classic pair of boxers?

In this article, we will provide a step-by-step guide on how to sew your own men’s underwear boxer briefs. This project is perfect for beginners, as it requires minimal sewing skills and can be completed in just a few hours.

Materials needed:

– 1 yard of cotton fabric
– 1 yard of elastic band
– Sewing machine
– Thread
– Scissors
– Pins
– Ruler

Step 1: Measure and cut the fabric

Start by measuring the waist and hips of the person who will be wearing the underwear. Add 1 inch to both measurements for seam allowance. Using these measurements, cut out two pieces of fabric for the front and back of the boxers. The width of the fabric should be the waist measurement plus 2 inches, and the length should be the hip measurement plus 2 inches.

Step 2: Sew the front and back pieces together

Place the front and back pieces of fabric right sides together and pin along the sides. Sew along the sides using a 1/2 inch seam allowance. Press the seams open.

Step 3: Sew the crotch seam

Fold the fabric in half lengthwise, right sides together, and pin along the crotch seam. Sew along the crotch seam using a 1/2 inch seam allowance. Press the seam open.

Step 4: Hem the legs

Fold the leg openings of the boxers under 1/4 inch and press. Fold under another 1/4 inch and press again. Sew along the edge of the fold to secure.

Step 5: Attach the elastic waistband

Cut a piece of elastic band that is equal to the waist measurement of the person wearing the boxers. Overlap the ends of the elastic by 1 inch and sew together to create a loop. Divide the elastic into quarters and mark with pins.

Pin the elastic to the waist of the boxers, matching the pins on the elastic with the side seams and center front and back. Sew the elastic to the waist of the boxers using a zigzag stitch, stretching the elastic slightly as you sew.

Step 6: Finish the waistband

Fold the elastic waistband over the top of the boxers and sew along the edge to secure. Trim any excess fabric or elastic.

And there you have it – your very own handmade pair of men’s underwear boxers! Experiment with different fabrics and colors to create a unique and personalized pair of boxers that are both stylish and comfortable. Happy sewing!