Boy Cut Panties

How To: Boy Cut Panties

Posted by Tawny B.

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Remember these from Project Upcycle? Do you want them? I've already sold these ones, but I can show you how to make your own. Yay!

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You Will Need (5 things)

  • Downloadable Pattern
  • ½ yd Cotton knit (this will make two pairs) You can also use old t-shirts ( I used an extra large t-shirt to make the ones pictures above.
  • half inch Elastic (enough to fit comfortably around your hips
  • Matching Thread
  • Ribbon Or Any Other Fun Thing To Decorate Them With

Steps (5 steps, 120 minutes)

  1. 1

    1) Cutting out the pattern

    The pattern for medium size is available using the links below:
    - boycutback.pdf
    - boycutfront.pdf

    If you need a size other than medium, you can up or downsize from this pattern

    - cut out one front
    - cut out one back
    - cut out one crotch piece (included on the boycutfront.pdf)

  2. 2

    Finish the seams
    - Because you're working with knit, it won't fray, but I like to finish some of the seams just for appearance sake. Use a zigzag to finish the short ends of the crotch piece.
    - I set my machine to zigzag for the entire process in fact. It's much nicer to sew a zigzag on knit fabric. This allows the knit to stretch properly and since underwear undergoes a lot of stress, zigzag is best!

  3. 3

    Attach the pieces

    - Sew the front and back (right sides together) at the crotch seam.
    - Place the crotch piece (wrong sides together) centered in between the front and back pieces. Fold the leg seams down twice to make a hem. Pin and then stitch. This should secure the crotch piece in properly. If it doesn't quite fit, it's knit, it'll stretch!

  4. 4

    Side Seams and Top Casing
    - fold your front and back pieces so that the side seams are matched (right sides together). Stitch side seams.
    - Fold down your top casing 1/4 of an inch and press. Then fold down another inch to form a casing. Stitch around the edge making sure to leave a few inches open to insert the elastic.

  5. 5

    Insert Elastic and Decorate
    - you might want to try on your pair of boy cuts in order to get an accurate measurement. Since I'm making these to stock in my shop, I measured my own hips. Remember that these panties fit low (around the hips) when measuring.
    - insert elastic into casing using safety pins. Sew elastic together and then sew the casing opening shut.
    - Decorate however you like!