Sewing and Design Specialization

Overview

“ This lesson teaches you to transform the block pattern into a classic trouser waistband. Following a series of precise steps, you’ll adapt the waistband section for the front and back, marking essential measurements and creating curves by closing darts. Add seam allowances, notches, and interfacing notes to reinforce the waistband for wear and tear. By the end, you’ll have custom waistband patterns ready to cut, forming the foundation for your tailored trousers.”

In this video lesson Domestika addresses the topic: Drafting a Two-Piece Waistband, which is part of the Domestika online course: Sewing and Design Specialization. Master sewing techniques: from using a sewing machine to creating garments like dresses, trousers, peplum tops, and backpacks.

Partial transcription of the video

“I'm now going to show you how to adapt the block pattern and turn it into the classic trouser pattern. This is done in a number of stages. And initially, we start by breaking down the block pattern into different sections. So the black outline you can see on the drawing here is the original block pattern. And all the red marks are the sections within the pattern that will be then turned into patterns for the classic trousers. And this is done based on measurements that I think work with this particular style of pattern. So for example, the depth of the waistband is 4cm, but you could do a w...”

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Course summary for: Sewing and Design Specialization

• Level: Beginner
• 100% positive reviews (56)
• 11239 students
• 11 units
• 83 lessons (15h 27m)
• 36 downloads

• Category

  Craft, Design, Fashion

• Areas

  Accessory Design, Arts & Crafts, Botanical Illustration, DIY, Embroidery, Fashion Design, Fiber Arts, Pattern Design, Patternmaking & Dressmaking, Sewing, Textile Design, Upcycling