Lets Sew Knickers! - Paper Theory Stevie Knickers

[@cecilehoare3053]

After working for a year in an underwear factory sewing the gusset into bikini and hip huggers we burritoed the front like a sausage then sewed across the front of the gusset. It was great when the jersey was more curly so it would almost roll on it's own! Notice how you have wings on the bum side of the gusset, if you slightly stretch the gusset as you sew it on to the bum it gives you the natural curve to cup your bottom and no wings to clip off after. If you placed the leg lace a wee bit over the edge of the fabric you could have just coverstitched over the top of the lace. I got a piece of shelf liner that you would use in a caravan or the stuff you put under a small rug so it doesn't slip around and put it under my foot pedals. I just wish when they are lined up side by side under my table that when the sewing machine turns on there's a light on the pedal so I know which is which! lol

[@jenfavc]

Great scrap buster Rachel, you could use the burrito method on the gusset saves twisting and stitching!

[@janebrettell1737]

Hi, thanks for a great tutorial really enjoyed it and it’s a much needed kick to get me to make some underwear, I’ve had this pattern for quite a while 🙄. Thanks again for taking the time to do this 😍

[@LiMo499]

the knickers look great! Thanks for sharing! Please do not forget about a video highlighting your coverstitch machine.

[@annabellecarling7868]

Great tutorial thank you Rachel. I use a small square of the rubbery mesh that you can place under mats to stop them moving under my pressure foot. You can pick this up in Boyes or Wilkos 😊

[@andrearyan816]

If you wind the clock back I bet you would not have thought you would be showing your knickers on the telly box 😂 super helpful and so quick to make. Off to rummage through all the scraps ❤️

[@shiraellisman2281]

Great tutorial and a great pattern! The Stevies are my go to knicker pattern as well! I tried the MN Acacia first but they didn’t suit my body in the way I liked, the instructions are superb though! I have since adjusted my Stevie Knickers pattern to use fold over elastic to finish and sew them following the instructions of the MN Acacia as I love the burrito method of sewing the gusset (enclosed seams for the win!) & find it easier to sew elastic in the round. Love your channel!

[@lavadajenkins2955]

Thanks Rachel! I'll be making some soon.

[@lesleyjones5455]

Just made the Megan neilson ones. Great fit love them

[@jennysmith8774]

Thank you for this great tutorial, I’ve got the pattern but not tried it as yet. Mine will be apple catchers compared to yours 🤣🤣

[@davidcharles8899]

Thank you. Very useful.

[@okat7]

I have tried several times to get a copy of the Stevie Knickers to no avail. Is it still available?

[@StitchedUp]

papertheorypatterns.com/products/stevie-knickers

[@anessaharris9947]

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[@ravestitches8227]

Thank you so much for this video you should see the first pair I made .😂😂😂they were awful so now you’ve inspired me to try again…. 🙏

[@martaaberg3330]

This was a really great vid. Such clear instructions. Thank you!

[@mgsp5871]

There is 'liquid rubber' to put on the socks of children so they don't slide on the floor. Put some drops on the bottom of your pedals. You could even use sanitary silicon

[@MaryDeanDotCom]

So, we are just leaving the basting stitches in, correct? I like your method. Most tutorials have you zigzag TWICE around the whole circle, but it is very tedious to try to zigzag while also stretching the elastic, and it ends up with too much thread everywhere. I am going try basting foldover elastic on one side, and then cover-stitching it from the front, because I found it very stressful to stretch the FOE and try to keep the raw edge tucked into the wee fold at the same time. Thanks for the nice lesson.

[@gailannie8262]

Inspiration! Now I think I might make some....Thank you Rachel.

[@marianweber831]

Thank you Rachel I have been wanting to make my own underwear. I always thought it would be difficult but you have shown how to sew easy.

[@ZeldaSews]

High Rachel! I am in the process of making a batch of underwear! My first pair was disastrous and the second one was spot on, so I'm cutting out and stitching up more undergarments. your look nice also.

[@seaside2001]

I have never tried making undies, but why not? I have a brand I like to wear and think I will cut a pair apart and make a pattern from them, as they fit so well. Thanks for the video. You have inspired me to give it a try.

[@TheHaymeadow]

Good idea to keep in mind manufacturers have access to fabric that can be much much stretchier than we may be able to find. That’s why our RTW knickers are ‘small’ when you make them with readily available 4 way, they will look bigger (frighteningly so 🤣) but will in fact fit a treat! Good luck, I also have a favourite style that has been difficult to find as patterns (boy leg).

[@seaside2001]

@@TheHaymeadow I thought it would be worth a try. I Stretched the ready made pair to gauge stretchiness in comparison to my fabric remnants and then choose from my remnants. I have a lot of 1/4 yard pieces that would be OK for undies. Worth a shot with little investment. Going to make a pair this afternoon and see.

[@TheHaymeadow]

@@seaside2001 absolutely, hope they turn out well 🩲🩲

[@KTquiltsandsews]

Thank you sooo much Rachel...great tutorial! xx Karen

[@emma__sews]

These look so easy. Just bought the pattern so excited to give them a go! Thanks Rachel! 👍🏼

[@maureencullen1008]

Great tutorial. To stop the foot skidding I've used a cut off of carpet and bought the anti slip tape for the back,when the foot son top it's secure

[@zinaroyster7040]

I use rubber kitchen drawer liner to keep my pedal in place on my hardwood floor.

[@aribella6913]

Wow, so glad I tuned in. That twisting trick solved my problem, Thanks Rach.

[@Distressedrfashion]

Great tutorial! I sewed one pair and it came out okay. Not my best but I did make it from what I had on hand aka old t-shirt, leftover mask elastic and voila! A wearable pair of knickers. I have another pair planned this week but I also need to lift the front and fill out the butt😁 It will also be from what I have before I cut into proper fabric and supplies.

[@Shylala3]

Really good tutorial thank you

[@lindat905]

What kind of covers stitch do you have

[@laurafinch4308]

Shower mats are good to put your pedals on x

[@okat7]

Hate to belabor this, but could someone help me get this pattern. I have went to the pattern site and subscribed for the newsletter, and even got as far as the pictures to click to prove I'm not a robot, but could never get to where to print out the pattern. Any suggestions, thanks!

[@StitchedUp]

Sorry I don’t know have you tried emailing them?

[@nancycraig8483]

Excellent tutorial, you're a natural

[@lorainemunro7969]

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[@marthamurray9855]

Thank you for a great tutorial. It’s a great use for my serger/cover stitch machine. The project is not too expensive to try all the techniques you used. You are an excellent instructor!

[@susanstaley6408]

I love making my own knickers. I have quite a few cut out and matched up with elastics ready to go. If I’m looking for something quick to sew I can whip up a pair. Vanessa on the crafty Gemini has a quick tutorial on a small mat, that goes under your foot pedal to stop it from moving around the floor. I’ve had mine for a few years and it’s fantastic! 😊🌻

[@gigracer]

Great video. I can relate to the slipping sewing machine pedal issue. I have cut out a piece of non-slip drawer liner (the slightly rubbery ones) or anti-slip rug under mat (they look the same) slightly larger than my sewing machine pedal. The pedal sits on it and doesn’t move on my hybrid laminate flooring when I’m sewing. No more of the pedal running away when sewing!

[@jancampen7770]

Non-slip fabric used on trays etc is available from Disability suppliers. I have a length under my cutting mat to keep it stable.

[@elaine58100]

Thank you so much for that Rachael. Really enjoyed it. I might even give it a go :) P.S. Thought you might have modelled them... LOL xx

[@sewcraftyjean3525]

Fab tutorial. I've made one pair of knockers. The Acacia knockers. You have inspired me to make more, as I now remember how easy they were. Thank you xx

[@joannebanks2147]

Great sew along Well done your instructions and methods are easy to follow Thank you for sharing your experience with making knickers Take care happy sewing

[@janspenno2241]

Great video. Interesting also to see application using your coverstitch. How often do you use the coverstitch and for what? I don’t have one and often wonder if I’d make good use of it.

[@nancyhilborn885]

Thanks! I have some jersey scraps and now have a project to use it up. Love the idea of elastic lace waist band too which should eliminate the line around my tummy under my more fitted clothing.

[@loriannpayne4483]

What fun Rachel! Fun seeing you work on the Coverstitch machine too.

[@christineallen162]

Thanks Rachel that has helped clarify the process a lot, now to give it a go myself with your video on hand 😀

[@teresagibson2974]

Thank you Rachel, it doesn't look to difficult 😊

[@sewchilled22]

Great sew along...... Clear and easy to follow... Thank you 😊

[@dawnnovak5894]

I've had this pattern cut out for weeks. This is the push I needed to get started. Thank you!

[@ginaburgess9759]

You're a natural teacher! Thanks Rachel!

[@dialuario514]

Great tutorial! thank you!!

[@4016kiwi]

You made that look so easy!

[@christineowen6658]

That was great 💝

[@protu56]

On the pedals: I'm using a piece of the kind of anti slide mat we use under glasses in boats an such. It helps some, but too much dust, and the pedal (and anti slide mat) starts to move around again. Perfect for the tidy housewife. Haha☺

[@newcreations1064]

A lovely clear tutorial Rachel.I am just going to try the Acacia knickers,first time sewing underwear.Hugs xxJean.

[@patshaw4922]

Great sew along Rachel. The acacia knickers are my go to pattern, but I love the wonder undies for more variety of styles also xx