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A Fathers Day man Sew: Mr June

11/06/2015

I cannot take the credit for this fab idea, all the credit goes to Jo from Elephant in my handbag for coming up with this months ‘man sew’ project’

Do you need some Fathers Day gift inspiration for June 21st?
Why not sew him some boxers. I can show you how if you would care to tag along?

Mr June came in handy, he was my muse and my consultant all rolled into one.We discussed fit, comfort and preferences I listened carefully with my notebook and pen to hand.

You will Need:
1. A Pattern:
 Do you know I could not find one commercial pattern for mens underwear, yep can you believe it?
 I searched the current collection from Butterick, Burda, Vogue, McCalls, Simplicity and New Look. Eventually I turned to the internet and found a fab online pattern designer in Australia MeasureTwice Cut Once  I immediately downloaded the Darcy boxer shorts in PDF form. They are FREE to download… get to it girls!

2. Fabric at least 95cms x 112 cms width I would say go for the 1m length, these boxer shorts actually take up more fabric than you think, especially if you are playing with design placement, or pattern matching.
You can shop the superb marvel comics fabric here and the beautiful cloud jersey fabric here both from Elephant in my handbag.

3. Elastic 25mm width or wider, we decided buttons and interfacing were optional.
4. All the usual sewing paraphernalia; thread, scissors, pins…

Sizing:
I found this pattern true to size and cut a size large.

Notes: I did not use interfacing, these are under wear shorts and needed to be soft and comfortable, For the same reason and after discussion with ‘toh’ we also decided buttons on the fly were not needed. This is up to you, but the fly stays closed and does not have a wide opening!

Instructions:
Trace off your chosen size from your pdf pattern, be sure to cut 2 of the back piece and only one each of the front pieces. plus your fly piece.

1. Match a back panel with a front panel and sew the inside leg seams, neaten and press to the back.

2. Neaten both edges of crotch seams separately before sewing . use an overlocker or a zig-zag stitch.

3. Place back and front panels right sides together, pin and sew, finish just before the fly.

4. Fold fly piece in half right sides together and turn back the edges, sew bottom together up to the folded edge, trim edge and snip corner, turn right side out, making sure you have a crisp corner!

5. Sandwich front right hand side of fly between fly panel, topstitch through all layers and press.

6. Fold left hand side of fly panel back, press and topstitch in place following line of curve,

7. A t this point the pattern added button holes for buttons which I ignored. if you want buttons follow pattern info.

8. Place fly panels together, Placing left hand side over right hand side and top stitch through all layers at base of fly.

9. Place both sides right sides together and line up side seams, pin sew and press, neaten with zig-zag or over-locker .

10. Overlock or zig-zag waist and leg raw edges.

11. Measure and cut elastic to size, butt ends together and sew to join with a stretch zig zag stitch. Mark centre back, front points and sides by folding. (you are dividing the elastic into 4 quarters.) Pin to mark these points
Match the elastics pinned points to centre front seam, centre back seam and side seams. tuck fabric behind elastic. sew by stretching elastic from both sides.

12. Try on and pin /mark hem length turn up hem and you are done!
I liked them so much I made another pair in the jersey cloud fabric

Let me know how you get on, I will answer any questions in the comments.

Mr June was very happy to model his new pants for you, but I would only let him show you a glimpse!

A huge thank you to Elephant in my Handbag for supplying the fabric and the inspiration, and to Jo for getting me organised….!

bestest 

I'd so appreciate you sharing this post!
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Today is a day for loose dresses (with very little underneath πŸ˜†πŸ€« Sewistas get your #wildergown - @fridaypatterncompany dresses out ! What do you mean you haven’t made one yet? There is a reason this pattern is a best seller ya know ! I now have two #wildergownshirt and two dresses. Perfect for this UK πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ heatwave πŸ”† . How are you keeping cool, we are lounging, animals are dozing. The cool ceramic tiles in the hallway are popular for laying on ya tummy with paws spread out, I might try it! . . . #howwekeepcool #summerinthecityβ˜€οΈ #bluedresses #sewingshownseated #littleliffner #homesewn #fortheloveofsewing #youcanhackit #diyfashion #sewingforsanity #sewingisselfcare #thisprettyengland #exploretocreate #wanderfolk #facadelovers #streetportraits #prettylittletrips #thanksimadeit #sewyourown #memade #memadeootd #memadeeveryday #memadewardrobe #sewcialist #isew #handmadecloset #slowfashion #handmadestyle
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This wonderful linen fabric & pattern is by Julia @bobbins_and_buttons and is availability to download free from @lovesewingmag issue 106. Scroll to end to see original as featured in magazine. 
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Fits like a dream, I will make a maxi dress version next.
This wonderful linen fabric & pattern is by Julia @bobbins_and_buttons and is availability to download free from @lovesewingmag issue 106. Scroll to end to see original as featured in magazine. 
Linen fabric available from @bobbins_and_buttons 
Julia and I are collaborating on a project so more on that later. 
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What do you think? Why not save for future reference for a quick sewing project ! 
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#lovesewingmag #bobbinsandbuttons #shirredtop #shirreddress #quicksew #fortheloveoflinen
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My latest make, I started yesterday & finished today. I absolutely loved making this and am so happy with the result. My first time shirring too! 
Fits like a dream, I will make a maxi dress version next.
This wonderful linen fabric & pattern is by Julia @bobbins_and_buttons and is availability to download free from @lovesewingmag issue 106. Scroll to end to see original as featured in magazine. 
Linen fabric available from @bobbins_and_buttons 
Julia and I are collaborating on a project so more on that later. 
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What do you think? Why not save for future reference for a quick sewing project ! 
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#lovesewingmag #bobbinsandbuttons #shirredtop #shirreddress #quicksew #fortheloveoflinen
#thanksimadeit  #sewyourown #memade #memadeootd #memadeeveryday #sewover50#memadewardrobe #sewcialist #isew #isewmyownclothes #handmadewardrobe #handmadecloset #slowfashion #handmadestyle #slowfashionmovement 
#selfsewnwardrobe #SewSocial #usethosescraps #ISewlation #sewsewsew #sewhappy #sewcialite #sewista #sewistsgonnasew
My latest make, I started yesterday & finished today. I absolutely loved making this and am so happy with the result. My first time shirring too! 
Fits like a dream, I will make a maxi dress version next.
This wonderful linen fabric & pattern is by Julia @bobbins_and_buttons and is availability to download free from @lovesewingmag issue 106. Scroll to end to see original as featured in magazine. 
Linen fabric available from @bobbins_and_buttons 
Julia and I are collaborating on a project so more on that later. 
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What do you think? Why not save for future reference for a quick sewing project ! 
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#lovesewingmag #bobbinsandbuttons #shirredtop #shirreddress #quicksew #fortheloveoflinen
#thanksimadeit  #sewyourown #memade #memadeootd #memadeeveryday #sewover50#memadewardrobe #sewcialist #isew #isewmyownclothes #handmadewardrobe #handmadecloset #slowfashion #handmadestyle #slowfashionmovement 
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My latest make, I started yesterday & finished today. I absolutely loved making this and am so happy with the result. My first time shirring too! 
Fits like a dream, I will make a maxi dress version next.
This wonderful linen fabric & pattern is by Julia @bobbins_and_buttons and is availability to download free from @lovesewingmag issue 106. Scroll to end to see original as featured in magazine. 
Linen fabric available from @bobbins_and_buttons 
Julia and I are collaborating on a project so more on that later. 
.
What do you think? Why not save for future reference for a quick sewing project ! 
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#lovesewingmag #bobbinsandbuttons #shirredtop #shirreddress #quicksew #fortheloveoflinen
#thanksimadeit  #sewyourown #memade #memadeootd #memadeeveryday #sewover50#memadewardrobe #sewcialist #isew #isewmyownclothes #handmadewardrobe #handmadecloset #slowfashion #handmadestyle #slowfashionmovement 
#selfsewnwardrobe #SewSocial #usethosescraps #ISewlation #sewsewsew #sewhappy #sewcialite #sewista #sewistsgonnasew
My latest make, I started yesterday & finished today. I absolutely loved making this and am so happy with the result. My first time shirring too! 
Fits like a dream, I will make a maxi dress version next.
This wonderful linen fabric & pattern is by Julia @bobbins_and_buttons and is availability to download free from @lovesewingmag issue 106. Scroll to end to see original as featured in magazine. 
Linen fabric available from @bobbins_and_buttons 
Julia and I are collaborating on a project so more on that later. 
.
What do you think? Why not save for future reference for a quick sewing project ! 
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#lovesewingmag #bobbinsandbuttons #shirredtop #shirreddress #quicksew #fortheloveoflinen
#thanksimadeit  #sewyourown #memade #memadeootd #memadeeveryday #sewover50#memadewardrobe #sewcialist #isew #isewmyownclothes #handmadewardrobe #handmadecloset #slowfashion #handmadestyle #slowfashionmovement 
#selfsewnwardrobe #SewSocial #usethosescraps #ISewlation #sewsewsew #sewhappy #sewcialite #sewista #sewistsgonnasew
My latest make, I started yesterday & finished today. I absolutely loved making this and am so happy with the result. My first time shirring too! 
Fits like a dream, I will make a maxi dress version next.
This wonderful linen fabric & pattern is by Julia @bobbins_and_buttons and is availability to download free from @lovesewingmag issue 106. Scroll to end to see original as featured in magazine. 
Linen fabric available from @bobbins_and_buttons 
Julia and I are collaborating on a project so more on that later. 
.
What do you think? Why not save for future reference for a quick sewing project ! 
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#lovesewingmag #bobbinsandbuttons #shirredtop #shirreddress #quicksew #fortheloveoflinen
#thanksimadeit  #sewyourown #memade #memadeootd #memadeeveryday #sewover50#memadewardrobe #sewcialist #isew #isewmyownclothes #handmadewardrobe #handmadecloset #slowfashion #handmadestyle #slowfashionmovement 
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My latest make, I started yesterday & finished today. I absolutely loved making this and am so happy with the result. My first time shirring too! Fits like a dream, I will make a maxi dress version next. This wonderful linen fabric & pattern is by Julia @bobbins_and_buttons and is availability to download free from @lovesewingmag issue 106. Scroll to end to see original as featured in magazine. Linen fabric available from @bobbins_and_buttons Julia and I are collaborating on a project so more on that later. . What do you think? Why not save for future reference for a quick sewing project ! . . . #lovesewingmag #bobbinsandbuttons #shirredtop #shirreddress #quicksew #fortheloveoflinen #thanksimadeit #sewyourown #memade #memadeootd #memadeeveryday #sewover50#memadewardrobe #sewcialist #isew #isewmyownclothes #handmadewardrobe #handmadecloset #slowfashion #handmadestyle #slowfashionmovement #selfsewnwardrobe #SewSocial #usethosescraps #ISewlation #sewsewsew #sewhappy #sewcialite #sewista #sewistsgonnasew
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Shopping @thehambledon (still is and always will be the coolest shop in Winchester)wearing @beaumontorganic and thinking about where to have lunch! 
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πŸ“Έ by Amanda @simply.start.living 
Edit : we ate @autumnhouse_winchester  and it was delicious πŸ˜‹ can highly recommend !
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My definition of multitasking . . .
Shopping @thehambledon (still is and always will be the coolest shop in Winchester)wearing @beaumontorganic and thinking about where to have lunch! 
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πŸ“Έ by Amanda @simply.start.living 
Edit : we ate @autumnhouse_winchester  and it was delicious πŸ˜‹ can highly recommend !
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Scroll for details of a fun day out . . . 
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#totallylocally #shopsmall #sustainableshopping #supportindie #shopindependent 
#shareacalmmoment #littlestoriesofmylife #livemoremagic #theartofslowliving #poetryofsimplethings #kindlecuriosity #disruptaging #mybeautifulmidlife #artinaging #keeponevolving #agediversity
#agelessstyle #simplestyle #knowyourstyle #stylebeyondage #midlifeinstyle #midlifeminimalist #menocorestyle #midlifestyle #fewerbetter #slowerwardrobe #minimalmoodboard
#menocore #ageisjustanumber #slowfashion
My definition of multitasking . . .
Shopping @thehambledon (still is and always will be the coolest shop in Winchester)wearing @beaumontorganic and thinking about where to have lunch! 
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πŸ“Έ by Amanda @simply.start.living 
Edit : we ate @autumnhouse_winchester  and it was delicious πŸ˜‹ can highly recommend !
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Scroll for details of a fun day out . . . 
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#totallylocally #shopsmall #sustainableshopping #supportindie #shopindependent 
#shareacalmmoment #littlestoriesofmylife #livemoremagic #theartofslowliving #poetryofsimplethings #kindlecuriosity #disruptaging #mybeautifulmidlife #artinaging #keeponevolving #agediversity
#agelessstyle #simplestyle #knowyourstyle #stylebeyondage #midlifeinstyle #midlifeminimalist #menocorestyle #midlifestyle #fewerbetter #slowerwardrobe #minimalmoodboard
#menocore #ageisjustanumber #slowfashion
My definition of multitasking . . .
Shopping @thehambledon (still is and always will be the coolest shop in Winchester)wearing @beaumontorganic and thinking about where to have lunch! 
.
πŸ“Έ by Amanda @simply.start.living 
Edit : we ate @autumnhouse_winchester  and it was delicious πŸ˜‹ can highly recommend !
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Scroll for details of a fun day out . . . 
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#totallylocally #shopsmall #sustainableshopping #supportindie #shopindependent 
#shareacalmmoment #littlestoriesofmylife #livemoremagic #theartofslowliving #poetryofsimplethings #kindlecuriosity #disruptaging #mybeautifulmidlife #artinaging #keeponevolving #agediversity
#agelessstyle #simplestyle #knowyourstyle #stylebeyondage #midlifeinstyle #midlifeminimalist #menocorestyle #midlifestyle #fewerbetter #slowerwardrobe #minimalmoodboard
#menocore #ageisjustanumber #slowfashion
My definition of multitasking . . .
Shopping @thehambledon (still is and always will be the coolest shop in Winchester)wearing @beaumontorganic and thinking about where to have lunch! 
.
πŸ“Έ by Amanda @simply.start.living 
Edit : we ate @autumnhouse_winchester  and it was delicious πŸ˜‹ can highly recommend !
.
Scroll for details of a fun day out . . . 
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#totallylocally #shopsmall #sustainableshopping #supportindie #shopindependent 
#shareacalmmoment #littlestoriesofmylife #livemoremagic #theartofslowliving #poetryofsimplethings #kindlecuriosity #disruptaging #mybeautifulmidlife #artinaging #keeponevolving #agediversity
#agelessstyle #simplestyle #knowyourstyle #stylebeyondage #midlifeinstyle #midlifeminimalist #menocorestyle #midlifestyle #fewerbetter #slowerwardrobe #minimalmoodboard
#menocore #ageisjustanumber #slowfashion
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My definition of multitasking . . . Shopping @thehambledon (still is and always will be the coolest shop in Winchester)wearing @beaumontorganic and thinking about where to have lunch! . πŸ“Έ by Amanda @simply.start.living Edit : we ate @autumnhouse_winchester and it was delicious πŸ˜‹ can highly recommend ! . Scroll for details of a fun day out . . . . . . #totallylocally #shopsmall #sustainableshopping #supportindie #shopindependent #shareacalmmoment #littlestoriesofmylife #livemoremagic #theartofslowliving #poetryofsimplethings #kindlecuriosity #disruptaging #mybeautifulmidlife #artinaging #keeponevolving #agediversity #agelessstyle #simplestyle #knowyourstyle #stylebeyondage #midlifeinstyle #midlifeminimalist #menocorestyle #midlifestyle #fewerbetter #slowerwardrobe #minimalmoodboard #menocore #ageisjustanumber #slowfashion
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Recent progress on a panel of mosaic crochet from the #postcardswithloveblanket #postcardswithlovecal designed by @coastalcrochet with yarn from @kingcoleltd #kingcolecal 
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In a world full of chaos it’s reassuring to know that there will always be crochet and the Sunday papers. . Recent progress on a panel of mosaic crochet from the #postcardswithloveblanket #postcardswithlovecal designed by @coastalcrochet with yarn from @kingcoleltd #kingcolecal . . . #dreaminginpictures #tinytinymoments #daysofsimpleandslow #folkandstory #yarnstagram #ourmakerlife #ganchillo #bhooked #makeitwearit #yarntherapy #mylifeinyarn #yarnfriendsrock #stayhomestaycreative #stayhomeandcrochet #moderncrochet #usethosescraps #crochetgeek #crochetismyyoga #crochetgram #crochetmakesmehappy #crochetaddict #crocheteveryday #crochetgirlpower #yarnhoarder #crochethappy #crochetlifestyle
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