High-Waist Briefs with Gathered Waistband
Introducing a women's sewing pattern for retro-inspired high-waist briefs, featuring a gathered elastic waistband and subtly curved leg openings for comfort and style.
When To Wear
These briefs are designed for versatile wear, making them an ideal choice for:
- Everyday Comfort: Providing full coverage and a comfortable fit for daily wear.
- Loungewear & Sleepwear: Perfect for relaxed moments at home or as part of a coordinating sleep set.
- Vintage-Inspired Styling: A foundational garment for creating retro ensembles or pin-up looks.
Key Design Features
Silhouette: A high-waist brief offering full coverage through the front and back.
Waist: Features an integrated casing with a gathered elastic waistband for a comfortable, secure fit.
Leg Opening: Gently curved leg openings finished with a subtle hem.
Level Of Difficulty
Beginner. Requires basic seam construction, creating an elastic casing, and hemming.
Fabric Recommendations
Choose dense silk fabrics, natural or artificial, that provide comfort and a smooth finish:
Additional Supplies
- Elastic tape (amount equal to your waist circumference)
CUTTER'S MUST
- From main fabric:
- 1. BACK PANEL - 2 QTY
- 2. FRONT PANEL - 2 QTY
Sewing Instructions
- Stitch the inseam and side SEAM ALLOWANCES above the cross NOTCH, placing the FRONT PANEL and BACK PANEL pieces face to face. Press SEAM ALLOWANCES open.
- Place the underwear halves face to face. Stitch the center seam, leaving the back section unstitched above the fold line of the integrated FACING for threading elastic TRIM STRIP.
- Press the integrated FACING to the wrong side, fold under the SEAM ALLOWANCE, and topstitch 0.1 cm from the fold. Stitch along the marked line and thread elastic TRIM STRIP, equal to the waist circumference, through the created casing.
- Fold the hem SEAM ALLOWANCE and along the side slits to the wrong side, turn under, and topstitch.
