Sewing sweatpants for men: a project that even beginners can easily handle with my instructions. Including video, pattern, and clever tips.
The most important things at a glance
- Many beginners are hesitant to start sewing sweatpants because they are unsure about the material and construction
- Through SewSimple, I have since sewn dozens of pairs of sweatpants and will share with you what matters
- You will learn which materials, tips, and techniques really help you when sewing sweatpants
- Because when you know how it works, you can implement it for your own sewing project as well
- This ensures a nice sewing result – and of course a great sense of achievement
What is a pair of sweatpants?
Sweatpants are comfortable trousers that are perfect for leisure and sports activities. They are also often called joggers or sweatpants. Sweatpants are usually sewn from soft, elastic fabrics that provide freedom of movement and comfort. Typically, sweatpants have a wide, elastic waistband that fits snugly at the waist and a narrow leg that ends tightly at the ankle. Some sweatpants also have pockets and drawstrings at the waistband to ensure a perfect fit.
Sweatpants are a comfortable and stylish garment that you can wear at home or on the go. You can combine them with a T-shirt and sneakers or with a hoodie (for example with our hoodie pattern RICKMER!) to achieve a cool yet stylish look.
That is why this post is about the favorite garment of many men: sweatpants.
During my sample sewing for this pattern, it almost came to blows because every one of my guys wanted one. Fabrics were felt, colors were chosen, and the fit was checked. The taupe-colored SANDER joggers were even taken directly on a trip abroad. And now they are staying in Ireland. :)
How cool would it be if you could sew such comfortable trousers yourself in the future! SANDER joggers have a casual cut and comfortable side-seam pockets. The waistband fits perfectly thanks to the wide elastic band and hoodie drawstring. You can also insert an elastic band into the hem for the classic look.
The joggers will be cuddly warm if you sew them from elastic sweatshirt fabric, for example with a brushed back. But jersey or knit fabrics are also very suitable for these loosely cut sweatpants. They are sewn with a sewing machine, ideally in combination with an overlocker. Let's get started!
What you will find in the sweatpants PDF sewing pattern (eBook)
- detailed, illustrated sewing instructions
- sewing pattern in A4 and A0
- pattern sizes XXS-6XL
If you don't feel like taping the pattern together yourself, you can also find the paper sewing pattern for sweatpants in our shop.
Where can I find the sweatpants sewing pattern for download?
You can download the sewing pattern for SANDER sweatpants from our blog. You can choose between the eBook for printing yourself and the paper sewing pattern.
What is special about the SewSimple SANDER sewing pattern?
- loose fit
- wide elastic waistband
- moderate leg width
- comfortable seam pockets
- includes templates for cuffs
- sewing level: easy
- sewing time: 1 afternoon
The sewing pattern for SANDER joggers is also available as an eBook for printing yourself.
The joggers are a perfect match for the hoodie pattern RICKMER.
What fabrics can I use to sew men's sweatpants?
Slightly thicker, elastic fabrics with some body are perfect, such as:
But a firm jersey* or Romanite (Ponte Roma)* is also a good choice. In that case, you might want to sew the trousers one size smaller, as it is designed for slightly thicker fabrics.
If you are still unsure about working with stretchy fabrics, I recommend this blog post: Sewing jersey
It is important to wash and iron the fabric before processing it to remove residue, dirt, and sizing.
Reading tip: Washing fabrics before sewing
What other accessories do I need?
- Hem: 3 cm wide elastic band*
- Drawstring channel: 5 cm wide elastic band*
- approx. 2 m hoodie drawstring (depending on size and need)*
- 2 cord stoppers* (matching the hoodie drawstring)
- Marking pen*
- Sewing thread*
- Rotary cutter*
- Fabric scissors*
- Patchwork ruler*
- Sewing machine*
- Pins*
What size should I sew?
To determine the right size for the sweatpants, you should measure the future wearer of the pants.
You will need a tape measure for this. Here are the most important measurements you should record:
- Waist circumference: Measure the narrowest part of the waist by wrapping the tape measure around the waist and bringing it together at the front
- Hip circumference: Wrap the tape measure around the fullest part of the hips and bring it together at the front
- Leg length: Determine the length of the leg from the crotch to the lower edge of the ankle
➡️ When measuring, wear the underwear that will also be worn under the finished garment. Write down the measured values and compare them with our body measurement table.
➡️ Select the size that corresponds to the hip circumference. The waist width can be adjusted by the inserted elastic band and the drawstring.
➡️ TIP: For extra long legs, we have included a line in the pattern for lengthening or shortening. Simply cut the pattern along the line, insert a strip of paper the width of the desired extension, and then tape the lower part of the pant leg back on.
Summary
My conclusion: Sewing men's sweatpants is a breeze with the right pattern and a few tips! It is important that you choose a fabric that makes you feel confident. A not-too-stretchy sweatshirt fabric is always a good idea. The cool joggers can be perfectly combined with our hoodie pattern RICKMER. For underneath, for example, the boxer shorts pattern PIET or jersey boxer shorts HORST are suitable.
Let me know how you got on with the instructions. I look forward to hearing from you.
Happy simple sewing, your Sabine
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