![]() I was not a believer, but there is truly something magical about wearing your own handmade underwear - it's like a special hug from you to you! ![]() Whether you're looking to use up your knit scraps, create a comfy no-fuss, no-squeeze silhouette or fashion yourself pretty panties for a special occasion, sewing underwear is where it's at. Sewing your own underwear isn't necessarily the most glamorous crafting pursuit, but it can be magical and rewarding in many ways. More Resources: Sew & Draft Undergarments You can even sew it back up if it’s in good shape. Simply take apart your underwear and trace the shape to get the pattern. We all have that one pair that is our absolute favorite and you can easily recreate it with a little drafting. The best place to look for a free underwear pattern (that will fit) is in your own unmentionables drawer. Meg’s Self-Drafted from RTW thong Make it with Meg: Draft Your Own! If you have fancy little elastic you can also use it to trim and finish the edges. This is a fabulous free panty pattern since it’s available in sizes XXS-3X and uses up knit scraps well. I love a high rise if I’m out and about and wearing under clothes, but sitting and working I don’t like things to cut right into my mid-stomach. Underwear by Melly Sewsįor lounging and sleeping (I mean, I don’t do much else these days other than sewing), I like a classic pair of knit cotton underwear that is low rise. The instructions include steps for adding traditional underwear elastic, but I skipped that and made waist and leg bands with self fabric for a super comfy finish. The pattern is also great for color blocking and scrap busting - just add your own custom seamlines to the front or back panel. The Noelle is a great classic undie shape, hitting that perfect spot between mid and high rise. Amanda’s Noelle Undies by Madalynne Noelle Undies by Madalynne The center panel can be a complementary fabric, or you can make all in lace! So if you have been saving onto that stretch lace fabric with a pretty scalloped edge – this is the pattern to use it on. It includes sizes S-XLand developed for Lingerie Week, which I believe should be every week. ![]() I also prefer this type of panty to wear every day, so I love how Fehr Trade created a free download for this style. Pretty much the only ready-to-wear underwear I spend money on in the stores is lacey. Sew them up on a serger or a conventional sewing machine and say goodbye to uncomfortable RTW undies! The pattern offers sizes 0-34 and can literally be sewn in scraps - yay for knickers! Find the download on our Sew & Tell Live: Sew-Stainable page, where you can also watch Meg and Amanda sewing along! Lacey Thong Panty by Fehr Trade The perfect cut, impeccable instructions, how-to photos for every step: the Scrappy Knickers make a terrific first foray into DIY underwear sewing. Scrappy Knickers by Meg Healy Scrappy Knickers by Meg Healy for Sew Daily In the mood yet? Here’s a list of our favorite free underwear sewing patterns for your scrap-busting, self-romancing and magical sewing delight. I was not a believer, but there is truly something magical about wearing your own handmade underwear - it’s like a special hug from you to you! Whether you’re looking to use up your knit scraps, create a comfy no-fuss, no-squeeze silhouette or fashion yourself pretty panties for a special occasion, sewing underwear is where it’s at. Sewing your own underwear isn’t necessarily the most glamorous crafting pursuit, but it can be magical and rewarding in many ways.
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