Needlecrafts Sewing Sewing Patterns

Free Sewing Patterns for Panties, Bras, Slips and Undergarments

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Debbie Colgrove
Debbie Colgrove
Debbie Colgrove is an award-winning seamstress and tailor who shares her knowledge with beginner sewers on how to work with patterns and fabrics. She has over 40 years experience and has been writing and authoring books for two decades.
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Updated on 01/24/20
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Sew your own underwear to have panties, bras, slips, boxers, and underwear that will fit, as well as be made in the fabric and color you want them to be. These links will guide you to great free patterns to achieve your goal.

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    How to Make Underwear

    A wonderful selection of free undergarment patterns can be found not just for adults, but for children too. From a child boxer or a baby brief pattern to men's bikinis, briefs, and boxers; fit pants, lace pants, a small panty pattern for girls, and a thong, camisole, and brassiere pattern along with boy and girl doll underwear patterns can be found as well.

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    How To Make A Bra 2

    Foundations Revealed offers a very detailed guide that should have anyone making a perfectly fitting bra. It has wonderful details and images to guide you through the process!

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    Scalloped Boyshort Panty Pattern

    This free pattern for a sexy semi booty-revealing boy short style panty with a scalloped edge offers step-by-step instructions and photo details.

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    How to Make a Foam-Lined Bra

    Bras and boning do not have to be mysterious. Make Bra offers great videos to guide you through understanding the basics (and beyond) of bra making. 

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    Bra-Making Classes by Pauline from Australia

    Pauline's Bra-Making Classes is an all-inclusive page on everything you need to know about making your own bras. A section on fitting is included and much more so you can create the perfect bra for you.

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    Panty Tutorial: How to Sew Underwear

    Do you have a favorite pair of panties that have seen better days? This site shows you how to turn that favorite pair of panties into a sewing pattern and create as many pairs of your favorite panties as you want.

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    "Lingerie Secrets" Sewing Patterns by Jan Bones

    Patterns from Lingerie Secrets have proven to be a good and dependable product. The crossover bra pattern is wonderful. The instructions offered with the patterns will have you making undergarments that are a perfect fit and comfort. Who could ask for more?

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    DIY Lingerie

    The tutorial available on this site is available in PDF format and as a web page. The close-up photography helps you understand every step involved in sewing your own undergarments.

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    Woman's Half Slip

    This free pattern is easy to follow so you can make your own half slip. Be sure to visit the nightgown & undergarment patterns for a great selection of patterns for more great choices.

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    Camisole

    This free pattern will guide you through making an adorable flirty cami. Eight simple steps will get the job done, so plan on making a wardrobe of camis.

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    Lingerie From Silk Scarves

    Almost everyone has a silk scarf that is beautiful but we never wear it. Well, these directions will guide you through putting that beautiful scarf to good use. From now on, you will be wearing it rather than letting it sit in the drawer.

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    Bias-Cut Camisole

    This free pattern will cover all of your summer camisole needs. Complete instructions to draw a pattern to your measurements are the key to a perfect camisole.

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    The '50s Petticoat

    The typical layers of gathered fabric is a perfect solution for many skirts or for some costumes. The free download makes it absolutely perfect.

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    The Madeline Mini Bloomers

    A cami and these bloomers make an adorable outfit for Valentine's Day or any special couples day.

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    Woman's Full Slip

    This free pattern is a PDF download (at the bottom of the page) to create a silky full slip. It's not too much of a stretch to imagine many teens making this pattern into a dress for the summer.

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    Sew A Crinoline

    A full gown, skirt, or costume can actually need a crinoline to have the inflated, stand-out look that is desired. This free tutorial will help you achieve just what you need.