Today, we will go over the basics of how to sew pants. First, we'll give you a few tips on pants sewing in general. Then we'll go step-by-step through sewing pants with the Classic Chinos pattern from Peek-a-Boo Pattern Shop. This project will teach you valuable sewing skills such...
If using elastic, sew the ends together to create a circle. Pin or clip the elastic to the waist of the skirt, evenly distributing the fabric. Sew the elastic to the skirt, stretching as you go to fit. Hemming (Optional) If you prefer a clean finish, hem the bottom edge of your ski...
Use a 3/8” seam allowance to sew the end.Finish the raw edges with a zigzag stitch or serger.Next on this diy shirred maxi dress project, we will work on the hem. Double fold the hem of the ruffle by 1/2” and sew. Double fold the top of the dress by 1/2” and sew. ...
How to sew a lettuce edge hem Some knit fabrics stretch just in one direction, others stretch in both directions. To sew the lettuce edge hem you'll need to sewwiththe stretch. This is because the fabric needs to stretch as you sew and then relax back again to create the wavy finish....
Step-by-step directions on how to make a pair of pants that'll fit you perfectly. Learn how to draft this easy pants pattern and sew a pair of pants.
Step-by-step directions on how to make a pair of pants that'll fit you perfectly. Learn how to draft this easy pants pattern and sew a pair of pants.
Then you'll fold the waistband back onto itself so the seam that you just sewed is enclosed, and you'll attach the raw edges of the waistbands with RST to the raw waist edge at the top of the skirt. PAB patterns like the Yoga Girl pants, the Happy Buns Britches, the Spunky Girl ...
If you don't have a serger you can use the overlock stitch, or make another small fold in order to tuck the raw edges under. Just make sure to factor that extra fold in when taking measurements, or, simply make a narrower hem. Sew all around the bottom hem. Sew top hem leaving an...
For how to make this waistband, see my ancientskorts tutorial. We also used a serger to finish the outer layer with a rolled hem. This means no folded hems and no basting. It took Emily about an hour to make. She sewed three seams, serged two seams, did ...
I own a serger that I love to use (when it doesn’t act up…). It makes the neat rolled hem you see below. For napkins, I just cut out a square of fabric and finish the edge with this stitch. I’m too lazy to make a real hem. But of course that’s an option and it look...