👔 Sew a Gift He’ll Use: DIY Men’s Boxer Shorts for Father’s Day

DIY Men's Boxer Shorts For Dad

Father’s Day is just around the corner, and while store-bought gifts are everywhere, nothing says “I appreciate you” quite like a handmade present. “If you’re looking for a creative handmade gift, this tutorial shows how to sew DIY boxer shorts for Father’s Day, a fun and practical project for men.” 

In this article, I’ll show you how to sew men’s boxer shorts without a commercial pattern using a simple tracing method, basic materials, and a bit of creativity. Whether you’re sewing for your dad, husband, brother, or grandfather, this is a gift he’ll wear and remember.

💝 And yes, you can download the free step-by-step illustrated PDF tutorial at the end of this post.

🧵 Why Handmade Boxer Shorts Make a Great Father’s Day Gift

Personalized Fit: Trace from a pair he already loves

Custom Fabrics: Choose colors and prints that match his personality

Practical & Comfortable: A gift he’ll use—no guesswork

No Commercial Pattern Needed: Perfect for beginners or last-minute sewers

This project has a purpose—budget-friendly, stash-busting, and straight from the heart.

✂️ Supplies You’ll Need

1 to 1¼ yards of cotton, cotton blends, polyester, or flannel

1" or 1.5" waistband elastic

A pair of his existing boxers to trace

Thread, scissors, safety pin, sewing machine, and iron

Optional details:

Add a mock fly front with a decorative button.

Use a rounded hem for a softer, more tailored finish.

Add a contrast band to the boxer shorts leg area. 

📋 About the Tutorial

This project is broken down into five simple steps:

Trace an existing pair of boxers.

Cut front and back fabric pieces.

Assemble the boxers and topstitch the fly.

Insert the elastic waistband.

Sew a rounded hem to finish.

Each step is illustrated for clarity, so you can confidently create a custom-fit pair.

📥 Free Father’s Day Sewing Gift: Download the PDF

I created a printable step-by-step PDF tutorial just for you. It's perfect for beginners, weekend sewers, or anyone wanting a practical, heartfelt project.

🎁 Click here to download the free PDF tutorial

What’s inside:

Illustrated steps for visual learners

Clear instructions for rounded hems and mock fly

A branded closure from The Designer’s Needle

Ready-to-print for your sewing space

🎉 Make It Extra Special

Sew more than one pair in different prints.

Add a matching drawstring pouch or laundry bag.

Include a tag or card that says “Handmade with Love.”

💬 This Father’s Day, give the gift of handmade comfort. Whether you’re sewing your first project or your fiftieth, these boxers are a meaningful way to show appreciation, with every stitch.

Thank you for visiting The Designer’s Needle, where sewing from the heart is always in style. 

Best wishes for a joyful and creative Father's Day!

✂️ Rhonda

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