Men’s Jock Strap

A crochet pattern by Sandi Hagan

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Materials
2 balls size 10 crochet thread
1 inch wide elastic (for waistband)
3.25mm crochet hook

Gauge
4 inches wide at end of Row 7
4 inches long at end of Row 11

Stitch Notes
Size 3 thread is similar to using two strands of size 10—use what you are comfortable with. By using
two strands of size 10, you could mix two colors together such as one strand of white and one strand of
black.

The front panel is a mesh. It has stretch built into the stitch pattern. Rows 2 – 12 are increase rows.
You are repeating the increase on both ends and working into the open spaces. Important to note is
that beginning with Row 13 the stitch pattern changes a bit.

The front is 9 inches long and 6 ½ inches wide following pattern as written. If you desire more length
you should work more than 23 rows. If you desire more width you should continue increasing beyond
Row 12.

The Back Straps are 14 inches long. This will work for most men. You may add or subtract rows if
needed. The straps will stretch about 2 inches with normal wear. You can use elastic to counteract this
problem or after crocheting the straps you can gently stretch them out, re-measure and remove extra
rows before attaching to waistband.
Front

Beginning at crotch with two strands of thread held together

(now and throughout), Ch 15

Row 1: Dc in 4th ch from hook and each ch across. Turn. (13

dc)

Row 2: Ch 2, dc in first st, [ch 1, skip next st, dc in next st] 5

times, ch 1, skip next st, 2 dc in last st. Turn. (9dc, 6 ch sps)

Row 3: Ch 2, dc in first st, ch 1, skip next st, [dc in next ch sp,

ch 1] 6 times, skip next st, 2 dc in last st. Turn. (10 dc, 7 ch sps)

Row 4: Ch 2, dc in first st, ch 1, skip next st, [dc in next ch sp,

ch 1] 7 times, skip next st, 2 dc in last st. Turn. (11 dc, 8 ch sps)

Row 5: Ch 2, dc in first st, ch 1, skip next st, [dc in next ch sp, ch 1] 8 times, skip next st, 2 dc in last st.
Turn. (12 dc, 9 ch sps)

Row 6: Ch 2, dc in first st, ch 1 skip next st, [dc in next ch sp, ch 1] 9 times, skip next st, 2 dc in last st.
Turn. (13 dc, 10 ch sps)

Row 7: Ch 2, dc in first st, ch 1, skip next st, [dc in next ch sp, ch 1] 10 times, skip next st, 2 dc in last st.
Turn. (14 dc, 11 ch sps)

Row 8: Ch 2, dc in first st, ch 1, skip next st, [dc in next ch sp, ch 1] 5 times, (dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1) in next ch
sp, [dc in next ch sp, ch 1] 5 times, skip next st, 2 dc in last st. Turn. (15 dc, 12 ch sps)

Row 9: Ch 2, dc in first st, ch 1, skip next st, [dc in next ch sp, ch 1]13 times, skip next st, 2 dc in last st.
Turn. (16 dc, 13 ch sps)

Row 10: Ch 2, dc in first st, ch 1, skip next st, [dc in next ch sp, ch 1]14 times, skip next st, 2 dc in last st.
Turn. (17 dc, 14 ch sps)

Row 11: Ch 2, dc in first st, ch 1, skip next st, [dc in next ch sp, ch 1] 15 times, skip next st, 2 dc in last st.
Turn. (18 dc, 15 ch sps)

Row 12: Ch 2, dc in first st, ch 1, skip next st, [dc in next ch sp, ch 1] 16 times, skip next st, 2 dc in last st.
Turn. (19 dc, 16 ch sps)

Row 13: Ch 2, dc in next dc, [ch 1, dc in next dc] repeat across row, dc in each dc at end of row. Turn.

Rows 14–22: Repeat Row 13.

Row 23: Ch 2, dc in next dc, [dc in each ch sp and each dc] across. Turn. (35 dc) Do Not Fasten Off.
Ch 1, Turn so you are now working on the side of front panel, work 2 sc into side of each dc (46 total sc
for side), ch 1, Turn and work 13 sc across crotch, ch 1, Turn and work 2 sc into side of each dc (46 total
sc for side). Do Not Fasten Off.

Waistband
For a custom fitted waistband here is the math formula I use: Assuming your gauge is 5 sc to an inch,
Take the waist measurement or pants size. Subtract 3 from that number. Take that number and
multiply it by 5. Subtract the number of stitches in the last row of front panel. The answer is how many
chains you need to make in order to have the custom fit waistband.

EXAMPLE:
Size 34 pants minus 3 = 31
31 x 5 = 155
155 – 35 = 120
120 chains for a 34 inch waist would be the correct answer with a gauge factor of 5sc to an inch.

You can use the suggested number of chains below for an off-the-rack fit if you prefer.

Ch 95, (105, 115, 125, 135) for waist/pants size 29, (31, 33, 35, 37) Join to opposite side of front panel,
being careful not to twist chain.

NOTE: To those that prefer not to work in the round due to problems with the chain twisting you may
work the waistband in rows and sew the waistband to the front panel after working seven rows of sc.

Rnd 1: Ch 1, sc in each st and each ch around, join with a sl st in beg ch-1. (137, 147, 157, 167, 177 sc)

Rnds 2 - 7: Ch 1, turn, sc in each sc around, join with sl st in beg sc. Fasten off after Rnd 7.

Back Straps
(make 2)

Beginning at crotch, working in back loops only, join with a sl st in 5th st from edge.

Row 1: Ch 1, sc in next 4 sts. Turn. (5 sc)

Rows 2 – 98: Repeat Row 1. At end of Row 98, join to waistband. Proper placement of the straps is at
the sides. Find the side by laying the front panel flat and centered with the waistband. Mark the sides of
the waistband on the ends for attaching the straps. You can join by working sc through both the
waistband and the strap. Repeat process with second strap, beg with front loops only of same 5 stitches
at crotch.

To make your work look neater, you should work sc all around the outside edges. To make the front
panel curve inward, work sc into 3 sts, skip one st, sc in next 3 sts, skip one st. Repeat on both sides, two
times each. Doing this eliminates the need for elastic in the front, as it forms a natural cup shape,
keeping everything in place but without the hassle of elastic to bind you.

Cut elastic 2 inches shorter than actual hip measurements. Using one strand of the same thread you
made the jockstrap with, make large X stitches with a tapestry needle around the inside of the
waistband to make a casing for the elastic to go under. Sew ends of elastic together, overlapping the
ends about an inch.

One option on the elastic is to buy the clear elastic tape in the sewing department. It’s made for
swimwear and sportswear. But you must apply this type using a sewing machine. If you know how to
apply elastic, this is also great for using on the inside of the bands in back.

You can use elastic thread in the back bands for a better fit. Use a tapestry needle to thread it through
the stitches on the inside of the band. Tying a knot on both ends of elastic thread before weaving in the
ends will help insure it stays in place. Elastic thread tends to stretch while you are threading it through
the stitches. I use it doubled with a knot on the end. Do not pull the elastic tight, only as much as
needed to gently tug it through the stitches. This will ensure you still have plenty of stretch. You can buy
this in the sewing department of any store that sells fabric. It comes in white and also black. You can find
more colors in the jewelry making department. It is a thicker elastic, but will still work. The clear elastic
in the jewelry making department will not work.

Disclaimer: All gauge is approximate. I cannot be held responsible for human error, any
misinterpretation of pattern directions, or anything else other than the pattern being delivered to
purchaser in a timely manner, and all directions having been written to the best of my ability at the time
they were written.

Thank you for your interest in my work and for your purchase. I hold no restrictions on how many items
you may make from the pattern. You have my permission to sell the items you make from the pattern. I
think it only fair that you be allowed to make money from your work. The pattern is my work. As such, I
do ask that you not make copies of this pattern to give away or sell. Do not post this pattern on the
internet for all the world to see and download.

©2010, revised 2011

Sandra Hagan Designs
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