Fitting Adjustments

In this video, you’ll learn some helpful fitting adjustments for the Erin trousers.

Thigh Width
If you notice tight wrinkles across the thighs, you need to increase the width at the thigh. If you notice excess fabric hanging vertically at the thighs, you need to decrease width at the thigh.

Crotch Depth
If your muslin’s crotch point is sitting uncomfortably high or hanging too low, you need a crotch depth adjustment. You can also adjust the leg length to suit your personal preference.

And here are some additional fitting resources if you need them:

Follow this tutorial to lengthen and shorten a sewing pattern

Pants Fitting Basics

Learn some pants fitting basics.

Seamwork members learn all about pants fitting, including crotch depth adjustments, full belly adjustments, thigh adjustments, rear adjustments, swayback adjustments, and balance in this video sewalong.

Understanding ease will help you pick the right size or sizes. This tutorial will teach you all about design and wearing ease.

Lessons

Learn to Sew Tapered Trousers

Here’s what you’ll need for this project:

Erin pattern

All-purpose polyester sewing thread

Sewing machine needle

Point turner

Coil zipper

Fusible interfacing

Hook and bar

Links

Here are some additional resources to help you make the most of this sewalong:

Introducing the Erin Trousers: Fabric, fitting, and styling tips to help you sew this new chemise pattern.

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!

How to Raise, Lower, or Change the Neckline on a Pattern

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