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My 22 year old son Nick (active duty US Coast Guard) has loved to wear woven boxers since he was a teenager. Nick is a pretty big guy -- about 6' tall and almost 200 lbs, so selection of quality underthings is usually limited or fairly expensive. That got me thinking that he might get a kick out of receiving some fun boxers for Christmas.
I just finished making him two REALLY NICE ones using First Choice Boxers pattern by Timber Lane Press.
These are Nick's first "handmade" boxers! True, they're not "subtle" or "subdued" and he won't be able to wear them while on duty. But they will be great for after hours and off time, don't you think?! I hope he loves them.
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This was the 2nd time I have made boxer shorts using this pattern. I made some for Jeff about a year ago and he LOVES them, so I thought Nick might like some for Christmas.
The pattern is not difficult, but intermediate sewing skills are recommended. If you are an advanced beginner and confident you could probably manage this pattern without too much difficulty AS LONG AS you feel comfortable going slowly, step-by-step following the written instructions and illustrations. Attention to detail is a MUST.
For me, securing the 4 channel sport elastic (pinning it on) is probably the most challenging part. Even that part is not difficult if you follow the tips provided in the pattern. Flat-felled seams are used throughout (instructions are provided), giving the finished boxers a professional look and comfortable feel to the wearer.
I LOVE knowing that I'm making a quality product and that the boxers turn out looking like the picture on the pattern front.
I'll be wrapping Nick's boxers in the morning and send them along with a hearty selection of requested Christmas cookies and assorted miscellaneous personal items.
Click here if you'd like to read more about this pattern, available at SewThankful.com
I just finished making him two REALLY NICE ones using First Choice Boxers pattern by Timber Lane Press.
These are Nick's first "handmade" boxers! True, they're not "subtle" or "subdued" and he won't be able to wear them while on duty. But they will be great for after hours and off time, don't you think?! I hope he loves them.
Click thumbnail images to view larger image in a pop up window.
This was the 2nd time I have made boxer shorts using this pattern. I made some for Jeff about a year ago and he LOVES them, so I thought Nick might like some for Christmas.The pattern is not difficult, but intermediate sewing skills are recommended. If you are an advanced beginner and confident you could probably manage this pattern without too much difficulty AS LONG AS you feel comfortable going slowly, step-by-step following the written instructions and illustrations. Attention to detail is a MUST.
For me, securing the 4 channel sport elastic (pinning it on) is probably the most challenging part. Even that part is not difficult if you follow the tips provided in the pattern. Flat-felled seams are used throughout (instructions are provided), giving the finished boxers a professional look and comfortable feel to the wearer.
I LOVE knowing that I'm making a quality product and that the boxers turn out looking like the picture on the pattern front.
I'll be wrapping Nick's boxers in the morning and send them along with a hearty selection of requested Christmas cookies and assorted miscellaneous personal items.
Click here if you'd like to read more about this pattern, available at SewThankful.com
