Use this fail-proof method to construct a curved waistband that looks as beautiful on the inside as on the outside. And it’s all done on the machine, apart from one tiny area where I recommend hand-sewing for an extra beautiful finish. Notions for sewing a curved waistband Preparing the pattern Seam allowances To make shaping and sewing easier use a narrower seam allowance on both the waistband and waistline on the pant pieces. You might also need to add some extra length at the front…

In this patternmaking tutorial I'm showing how to draft different kinds of waistband and yoke styles for skirt and pant patterns.

The different types of waistbands that you can find or sew on clothing are traditional waistband, elastic waistband, two piece waistband, folded bound waistband or couture waistband. Some of these waistbands are more fitted and comfortable to wear than others. You can sew waistbands on trousers or pants, dresses or skirts...

Today I will walk you how to sew the elastic waistband on the Arden Pants, including inserting the elastic, and topstitching the waistband.

Curved waistbands are the way to go if you prefer your garments to sit at a point lower than your natural waist. They are also a godsend for us curvy girls who just have a "steep hill" to cover. (Yeah I'm talking about my big round hips) The added shaping in the side seams area means the band will sit flush against your body, instead of standing out the way a straight waistband would. Of course drafting a curved waistband takes several more steps then a drawing a straight rectangle, so some…

The first topic I'd like to cover is contour waistband. Yes, Emily Culottes feature a contour waistband that sits at your natural waist. I want to say I invent it, but I didn't. You can see contour waistbands on many nice ready-to-wear garments. And there are many patterns out there use contour waistbands, especially designer patterns, such as these pants from Claire Shaeffer's Custom Couture Collection and Alice + Olivia.

Learn how to lower the waistband on knit garments like lounge pants or shorts. If you’re short waisted or don’t like high waisted pants, this simple video sewing tutorial will teach you how to alter a too high waistband! Even if you just prefer mid rise or need to replace elastic in a waistband, thi

I’ve wanted to try out this method of sewing half-elastic waistbands with one continuous piece ever since theosakakoneko shared her amazing results on sew_loli. And boy, I’m never going back. It’s so much easier and cleaner than trying to do the flat section and the elastic section in two pieces,…

This is a technique that I've been researching for quite some time. So when Sunni approached me about contributing to her Ginger sew-along, I knew now was the moment to share it with you! Ginger is a great pattern for beginners, but if you're reading to try some more advanced skills, consider adding boning to the waistband. This technique adds structure to the waistband to keep it from scrunching, wrinkling, or buckling around your middle. It's similar in theory to a strapless bodice: both…