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Learn to Sew Barrel Pants
Here’s what you’ll need for this project:
- Iggy pattern
- All-purpose polyester sewing thread
- sewing machine needle
- point turner
- coil zipper
- two 1/2” buttons
- 1 1/2” elastic
- lightweight fusible interfacing
Sewing Instructions
The PDF instructions will be your main guide as you work through this pattern, but we’ve created this video to walk you through the trickiest steps in detail. If you need help on a step not shown in this video, check out the Community Group Sew, where other Seamworkers and staff are ready to help out!
If you’re brand new to sewing, check out the Learn To Sew For Absolute Beginners course.
The trickiest steps for this pattern are:
Never made pants before? Watch the You Can Sew Pants sewalong for a great overview.
If you need more video guidance, check out these sewalongs to learn:
- How to apply fusible interfacing - Mercer, Lesson 3
- How to sew darts - Mercer, Lesson 3
- How to sew and finish seams - Mercer, Lesson 3
- How to assemble and attach a waistband - You Can Sew Pants, Lesson 20
- How to hem - Mercer, Lesson 3
- How to make buttonholes - Willis, Lesson 6, 01:47 for buttonhole tips
Links
Here are some additional resources to help you make the most of this sewalong:
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Introducing the Iggy Pants: Fabric, fitting, and styling tips to help you sew these barrel-leg pants. -
Projector Sewing: There’s a group of makers who no longer have to print, tape, and cut paper patterns. -
Understanding Ease: Learn everything you need to know about ease in a sewing pattern. -
Find the Grainline: Tips for making sure you cut your fabric on the grainline. -
Fit Journal: Download our free fitting journal. -
How to blend between sizes: Watch this video to learn how to blend between sizes. -
Seamwork Help Site: Get answers to your most frequently asked questions about Seamwork. -
Learn to Sew Clothing: For Absolute Beginners: In this course, we teach you how to sew, from the very beginning. By the end you’ll have made a jacket and a dress! -
The Ultimate Guide to Fitting Techniques from Seamwork: A list of our most helpful fitting resources. -
How to Fit With Confidence: Learn how to fit your clothes to your body. This class is free for Seamwork members! - Helpful Downloads
- Seamwork Member Fabric Discounts
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