This dress was super simple. I just trimmed about and inch and half down each side and sewed them back up again to make a slightly smaller silhouette. Then I measure Audrey's chest size and cut the elastic an inch or so shorter. I thread it through the waistband of the skirt, then u...
These shorts have a nice wider elastic waistband, front pockets and back patch pockets, faux fly detailing, and short and pants length. They are a little relaxed fit and a great basic pattern to have in your collection. The first piece for this cute girl is theCancun Coverup. Again, if ...
There are two different elastic waistband options, with three different elastic configurations, and an optional faux tie. For this one I did the full maxi length with enclosed tier seams, and the basic elastic waistband, with one piece of wider elastic. I’m feeling very boho and crazy ...
I also added a 3″ elastic waistband. The Monroe Turtleneck did not have a projector file but it did have a copyshop version that worked just as well. Love Notions patterns come with so many options and the projector file is so easy to use. If you’re looking to join the projector ...
I replaced the ties at the sleeve openings with elastic I used my machines blind hem foot to hem – first time ever using it! I did make my own (self fabric) bias binding to form the casing at the top of the sleeves. If I was going to make this again I would narrow that binding...
Sew a wide elastic waistband Sew front slash pockets Sew a tapered or straight leg (you choose!) Please note-- we will be skipping the back pocket for this workshop. This is a three-evening workshop being held on the following dates: (Opening for registration 3/10 at 4pm EST)...
Elastic-waist cargo shorts with ‘mock fly’ (doesn’t open) :McCall’s 6933. The next I suggest might be ‘extra help for the first time you do this’ patterns – not for a complete beginner at garment sewing, but perhaps for a beginner at sewing these styles : ...
The utility model is a very practical small object elastic belt threading device not only can be easy to wear the elastic band can also wear the mouth of the rope, cotton rope and other things are very small, but very easy to use When making clothes often waistband elastic cuffs difficult...
Wash away wonder tape is a water-soluble double-sided tape. I love to use this when I need something to stay in place that I can sew right over the top of. This works wonderfully for elastic when you need it to start in a certain spot on the fabrics. (Example: a part of my suit...
I added two buttonholes to the waistband and put a twill tape through (in addition to the elastic). I had sewed the elastic in a little loose (over estimating my lockdown consumption) which much harder to fix as the elastic is serged onto the waist, turned over and sewn down. Adding ...