Hey there, lovely people! Today I want to share with you a free sewing pattern that I came across that I think would be perfect for those of you who are looking to make a basic round neck T-shirt. This pattern is perfect for men and is super easy to use, so even if you’re a beginner at sewing, you can totally get the hang of it!
Men’s Basic Round Neck T-shirt Sewing Pattern
Before we dive into the nitty-gritty, let me just say that the photo above is just a sample of what the T-shirt could look like. Depending on what fabrics and colors you use, your T-shirt could look completely different. But enough chit-chat, let’s get started!
Materials
Before you start on your sewing project, here’s what you’ll need in terms of materials:
- Cotton jersey fabric (1 - 1.5 yards)
- Fabric scissors
- Sewing machine (or a needle and thread if you prefer hand-sewing)
- Ruler or measuring tape
- Pins
- Iron and ironing board
- T-shirt pattern (download here: [insert link to pattern])
- Optional: serger
Instructions
Now onto the fun part, the instructions! Follow these steps and you’ll have your very own men’s basic round neck T-shirt in no time:
- Print out the T-shirt pattern and cut out the pieces. Make sure to pick the size that you need!
- Place the pattern pieces onto the fabric and cut out the fabric pieces, making sure to follow the grain line provided on the pattern. You should have two front pieces, two back pieces, a neckband, and two sleeves.
- Now it’s time to get sewing! First, take the two front pieces and sew them together at the shoulder seams. Repeat with the back pieces.
- Next, take one of the sleeves and sew it onto the shoulder seam of one of the shirt pieces. Then, do the same with the other sleeve and the other shirt piece.
- It’s time to sew the side seams now. Starting from the bottom of the shirt, sew up to the underarm and then down to the end of the sleeve. Repeat on the other side of the shirt.
- Now it’s time to work on the neckband. Fold the neckband in half, lengthwise, and sew the short ends together. Then, fold the neckband in half lengthwise again, with the seam on the inside. Pin it to the neckline of the shirt, slightly stretching the neckband as you go. Sew the neckband onto the shirt, making sure not to stretch the shirt fabric as you sew.
- Your T-shirt is almost done! All that’s left is to hem the sleeves and the shirt bottom. Fold each sleeve and the bottom of the shirt up about 1/4 inch and iron it. Then, fold it up another 1/2 inch and iron again. Pin and sew in place.
- Optional: if you have a serger, you can use it to finish the raw edges of the seams. This is not necessary, but it can give your T-shirt a more professional look.
- Admire your handiwork! You just made a men’s basic round neck T-shirt. You can now wear it as the perfect everyday shirt or give it as a gift to a loved one.
And there you have it, folks! A simple and easy-to-follow guide on how to make a basic round neck T-shirt for men. I hope you find this tutorial helpful and that you’re able to create an amazing T-shirt that you’re proud of. Happy sewing!
