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dahliagroves Member since 12/16/12 Posts: 2	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 12/16/12 6:19 AM I'm using a Simplicity pattern (2741) to make boxers. I'm having trouble figuring out the correct size to use since i'm between sizes. I have 38" hips and the pattern lists 35-37" as a S and 39-41" as a M. The actual garmet measurements listed are 42" for a S and 46" for a M. Is there enough ease for me to make the Small size? Or should I go with the larger? These are boxers so I want them slim but comfortably roomy, not poofy. Any help in choosing a size would be greatly appreciated! -- Edited on 12/16/12 6:23 AM --
westmoon   Advanced Beginner UNITED KINGDOM Member since 9/7/11 Posts: 275	Login to reply to this post 2 members like this. Date: 12/16/12 7:42 AM Do you have a RTW pair of boxers (or similar) that fit the way that you like? If so, try measuring them or comparing them to the pattern to see which of the two sizes is closer to what you like right now. If you don't have a pre-existing garment you can compare, you might find it easier to either (a) cut the smaller size but with extra fabric at the side seams so that you can let it out at the side seam if it's just a bit small; or (b) cut the larger size, baste it together, and then if that seems too large, either take it in or, if the difference is very significant, cut the smaller size out of the same fabric pieces (if possible). ------ http://sewingnovice.blogspot.co.uk/ One woman. One sewing machine. One giant stack of fabric. What could possibly go wrong?
Karla Kizer   Advanced FL USA Member since 4/8/02 Posts: 6989	Login to reply to this post 1 member likes this. Date: 12/16/12 8:50 AM Finished measurements are definitely what you want to pay attention to. Get out the tape measure and check front and back leg width (just below the crotch), and front and back crotch length. Do not trust the pattern company's size chart to provide the fit you want, particularly when the pattern is one of the US-drafted Simp-Butt-Vogue-Mccalls. (Patterns might be one area where I hesitate to embrace Buy American motto.) ------ “Never try to teach a pig to sing; it wastes your time and it annoys the pig.” -Robert Heinlein and Ann's father. Thanks for the reminder, Ann. Where are we going, and what am I doing in this handbasket? Matthew 25:40 (New International Version) The King will reply, 'I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me.'
dahliagroves Member since 12/16/12 Posts: 2	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 12/16/12 6:14 PM Unfortunately I don't have anything to compare it to. I think I'm going to make the small size though and see how it comes out. Thank you for your help!

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