Meet the Everyday Mama Brief! I’m so happy to be sharing this new design with you all! It was a long time in the making but I can wholeheartedly say that this brief is one of the most comfortable pair of underwear I wore during my second pregnancy and postpartum. I also placed extra attention on the waistband for c-section mamas like myself. I didn’t want any mamas to feel the discomfort of a waistband seam on their c-section scar. However, just because this brief was designed for pregnancy and postpartum in mind it by no means can’t be wore otherwise! I still wear this brief now almost 7 months postpartum and I will continue to wear this brief and make new ones. This brief is cute and stylish and perfect for any woman any day of the week!
About the Everyday Mama Brief
The Everyday Mama Brief is the most comfortable pair of underwear you will ever sew! I designed this underwear while pregnant with my second child using the knowledge I had from maternity underwear I wore during my first pregnancy. This underwear is also a winner during the postpartum period where a high waist comes in handy especially for us c-section mamas. This underwear comes in three versions. Version 1 features a wide knit waistband that tapers off and overlaps in the front which hugs and flatters your baby bump or slims your waistline postpartum. It also features knitted leg bands for a more comfortable fit. Version 2 features a slim knit waistband and leg bands. The waistband fits under your baby bump or near your navel postpartum. Version 3 features a stretch lace waistband and elastic band leg openings. It provides style and comfort during your pregnancy and is high waisted to keep your postpartum bump comfortable.
This pattern is for the advanced beginner sewist but I encourage the confident beginning sewist to give it a try! Start with Version 2 to warm up your skills and then move on to the more complex Version 1 and 3.
Sizing
The Everyday Mama Brief comes in 8 sizes from XXS to XXXL.
Size Chart
Fabric & Notions
Version 1: Stretch knit with 80% stretch or similar fabric, stretch knit waistband and leg openings, stretch knit or cotton jersey for lining.
Version 2: Stretch knit with 80% stretch or similar fabric, stretch knit waistband and leg openings, stretch knit or cotton jersey for lining.
Version 3: Stretch knit, 80% stretch or similar fabric, 2.5-3” stretch lace waistband, picot or decorative elastic, bow and cotton jersey or stretch knit for lining.
Fabric Chart
I really hope you enjoy sewing and wearing this brief as much as I enjoyed designing it! Check out my fabric picks here!
Happy Sewing!
Kelly
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