These panties are great also for night sweats and incontinence, you can adjust the width of the absorption pieces according where the moisture may go... They work better for me than the diapers and pads and three times more comfortable. Thank you.
As you're using the wicking fabric for the whole thing (minus the waterproof and absorbing layers) this would be a super great pair of undies for wearing to the gym. I tend to sweat from the weirdest & most unexpected places when I workout! LOL!
I should have known you would have a video on this. My oldest daughter has just decided to go this route. Also she wears yoga like pants in her work, and sweats. She wants an absorbent layer to the back elastic to prevent that V of dampness on the back of her pants. I also think these would be useful for older ladies with leakage. I am getting ready to gather my supplies and go to work!
You may already do this, but I thought I'd mention anyways, but I love doing my first pass with FOE with the water soluble thread. I don't care for the aesthetic of the two rows of stitching either, so this works - after the first wash, only one row! Love your channel - thank you for all your videos!!
Thank you Liz for replying. I had already watched this tutorial before, but now I have saved it to my favourites. I think as you have said this is perfect for my needs, I just need to source the appropriate fabrics in the UK. 🐶
I've just watched your playlist for panty pattern drafting etc. Thanks so much for such clear and easy to follow tutorials. I'm now a new subscriber! Love from the UK.
Thank you! Do you think wicking fabric is absolutely necessary? I have lots of cotton lycra , also some bamboo spandex jersey... but nothing like wicking athletic fabric
Could I use regular 1/4 inch elastic and stretchable binding instead of fold over elastic? I don't have the money to get fold over elastic but i have everything else
I think it’s much more comfortable than a plastic pad. One of the reason i choose DWR instead of PUL for the water proofing is for breathability. The whole assembly is much thinner than I was expecting.
@@LizSews Yes! I cloth diapered 2 of my sons (a close cousin to resusable period items) and I was very surprised at how thin yours looks. Thank you for sharing and for showing how simple it is!
Hi, without ruining the integrity of the Waterproof fabric how do you get them to stick together? I was confused by your comment that you added from the future. It makes sense that sewing would create holes in the fabric and would ruin its integrity, but I haven't got a clue how I could prevent that. I'm quite a newbie but I have a friend who's an expert if your kind enough to reply and I still don't understand, So my basic question is, how do I sew the waterproof wicking layer to my absorbent and outer layer without ruining the fabric?. Many thanks
My two cents, I think she is saying both the waterproof layers are the full size of the crotch. You would sew the absorbent layer (smaller) to only the upper waterproof layer. Then layer the second waterproof layer under that. When you sew all the crotch layers together, it's at the edge as she shows. The second layer just gives you a waterproof layer with out punctures in the center.
It will still need sewn on the edges. You add extra seam allowance on the edges of the waterproofing layer. Sew the wicking top layer to the absorbent core layer. Then sew the waterproof fabric to the backside of those (keep in mind youre flipping it so turn sides accordingly) and then sew on the outside where the seam allowance is (not touching where your absorbent layer is but around the very outside edge)
I sleep on my side, so I always get leaks by my hips... I haven't found any nighttime period underwear that has absorbing material in this spot. Any advice for adding some? It would only work if I made period shorts, not typical underwear.
Diane Schafer depending on the absorbency needed it can be either, I use mine for overnights with a heavy absorption layer alone, or daytime if I know I won’t be away from the house longer than my absorbency level will hold, but I’ll use my cloth pads for work or regular daytime running around so they are easier to change out.
My pre-menopausal self is envious of these period panties! I had about 40 years the most miserable periods and plenty of accidents along with them. I don’t miss those days at all. I do think it’s wonderful that young women are making or buying reusable alternatives to disposable pantie liners and menstrual pads.
eileenfb1948 I’m 57 but I may be able to tempt my nieces! Thanks for the idea of making them for the younger women in my family even if yours won’t wear them. Have you tired mentioning the sustainability factor?
Thank you for this! How do you know how long to cut the elastic? Or do you not cut a certain length and you just pull as you sew and once you get to the other end that’s how long you let it be? (Hope this makes sense 😁)
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These panties are great also for night sweats and incontinence, you can adjust the width of the absorption pieces according where the moisture may go... They work better for me than the diapers and pads and three times more comfortable. Thank you.
As you're using the wicking fabric for the whole thing (minus the waterproof and absorbing layers) this would be a super great pair of undies for wearing to the gym. I tend to sweat from the weirdest & most unexpected places when I workout! LOL!
Exactly! My daughter is a massage therapist and sweats as she works and is looking for sweat control on her back/sacral area.
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I should have known you would have a video on this. My oldest daughter has just decided to go this route. Also she wears yoga like pants in her work, and sweats. She wants an absorbent layer to the back elastic to prevent that V of dampness on the back of her pants. I also think these would be useful for older ladies with leakage. I am getting ready to gather my supplies and go to work!
You may already do this, but I thought I'd mention anyways, but I love doing my first pass with FOE with the water soluble thread. I don't care for the aesthetic of the two rows of stitching either, so this works - after the first wash, only one row! Love your channel - thank you for all your videos!!
Thank you Liz for replying. I had already watched this tutorial before, but now I have saved it to my favourites. I think as you have said this is perfect for my needs, I just need to source the appropriate fabrics in the UK. 🐶
Where did you source the fabrics in the UK? Also looking in the UK :)
Try soaking in hydrogen peroxide. It works so well on blood stains.
good to know, thanks
And salt water :)
Thankyou so much for this brilliant tutorial. Off to look for fabric tomorrow!
I've just watched your playlist for panty pattern drafting etc. Thanks so much for such clear and easy to follow tutorials. I'm now a new subscriber! Love from the UK.
Would you just extend the absorbent part up further if you wanted more protection in the back? I tend to get leakage there at night
yep :) when your deciding where to put you gusset seam line ( around 2:42 I believe) you can put it wherever you want
Thank you! Do you think wicking fabric is absolutely necessary? I have lots of cotton lycra , also some bamboo spandex jersey... but nothing like wicking athletic fabric
LOVE this tutorial thank you for sharing!
Thank you so much for this tutorial. It is on my October to-do list 🙂
Thank you for the tutorial! Have you found that the top layer of the gray wicking material stains?
What exactly is the wicking fabric? What is the fiber content of the wicking fabric? Does it have a brand name?
hi, the fabric links in the description are broken now. do you have updated recommendations?
Could I use regular 1/4 inch elastic and stretchable binding instead of fold over elastic? I don't have the money to get fold over elastic but i have everything else
What fabric materials used? And what type of sewing thread?? Plz... reply
Thanks for this great tutorial! I'm wondering about all of those layers of synthetic fabrics, does it get very warm?
I think it’s much more comfortable than a plastic pad. One of the reason i choose DWR instead of PUL for the water proofing is for breathability. The whole assembly is much thinner than I was expecting.
@@LizSews Yes! I cloth diapered 2 of my sons (a close cousin to resusable period items) and I was very surprised at how thin yours looks. Thank you for sharing and for showing how simple it is!
Is there a reason why you didn’t use your serger for the gusset bit?
These are a fantastic idea thank you
Thank you
Hi, without ruining the integrity of the Waterproof fabric how do you get them to stick together? I was confused by your comment that you added from the future. It makes sense that sewing would create holes in the fabric and would ruin its integrity, but I haven't got a clue how I could prevent that. I'm quite a newbie but I have a friend who's an expert if your kind enough to reply and I still don't understand,
So my basic question is, how do I sew the waterproof wicking layer to my absorbent and outer layer without ruining the fabric?. Many thanks
My two cents, I think she is saying both the waterproof layers are the full size of the crotch. You would sew the absorbent layer (smaller) to only the upper waterproof layer. Then layer the second waterproof layer under that. When you sew all the crotch layers together, it's at the edge as she shows. The second layer just gives you a waterproof layer with out punctures in the center.
It will still need sewn on the edges. You add extra seam allowance on the edges of the waterproofing layer. Sew the wicking top layer to the absorbent core layer. Then sew the waterproof fabric to the backside of those (keep in mind youre flipping it so turn sides accordingly) and then sew on the outside where the seam allowance is (not touching where your absorbent layer is but around the very outside edge)
Thank you so so much!!
I clicked for the wicking fabric and the site says it is no longer available. Other suggestions?
If you just search for "wicking" on fabric.com they have many other fabrics/colors available, just not the exact one that I used.
I sleep on my side, so I always get leaks by my hips... I haven't found any nighttime period underwear that has absorbing material in this spot. Any advice for adding some? It would only work if I made period shorts, not typical underwear.
Same, so thinking about more of a boy short pattern. I want the center layers to extend into the inner leg some.
Older times, they sold bloomer style sanitary panties for overnight. the underwear must be more covering.
Do they hold good for heavy flow period?
did the creator of this page answer you?
Forgive my menopausal 65 yr old innocence, lol. Are these worn instead a tampon or pad or in addition to?
Diane Schafer depending on the absorbency needed it can be either, I use mine for overnights with a heavy absorption layer alone, or daytime if I know I won’t be away from the house longer than my absorbency level will hold, but I’ll use my cloth pads for work or regular daytime running around so they are easier to change out.
My pre-menopausal self is envious of these period panties! I had about 40 years the most miserable periods and plenty of accidents along with them. I don’t miss those days at all.
I do think it’s wonderful that young women are making or buying reusable alternatives to disposable pantie liners and menstrual pads.
Personally I use them in addition to a period cup or by themselves on light/spotting days.
I wish I could have made my own re-usable pads - tailor made to fit comfortably. I’m 71. Can’t tempt my grand daughters to let me make some for them.
eileenfb1948 I’m 57 but I may be able to tempt my nieces! Thanks for the idea of making them for the younger women in my family even if yours won’t wear them. Have you tired mentioning the sustainability factor?
Is the DWR breathable?
DWR is breathable, though not as long lasting as a PUL coated fabric
Thank you for this! How do you know how long to cut the elastic? Or do you not cut a certain length and you just pull as you sew and once you get to the other end that’s how long you let it be? (Hope this makes sense 😁)
Yep, that’s exactly how I do it
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