Super EASY Elastic Waistband

Super EASY Elastic Waistband - 3 ways!

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Жыл бұрын

Hello friends! In today's video, I wanted to show you three easy ways to add an elastic waistband to a pair of pants. I was brought some pyjamas and soft pants to which I inserted an elastic waistband to make them more practical. I also wanted to make a video on this because this is a basic skill that comes extremely handy in this sewing life!
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@jemtebelle Жыл бұрын

Someone give this lady a tv show! I would totally watch an hour long program of Downtown Tailoring.

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

🥰🥰🥰🥰 Thanks so much! You are so kind 💕

@bakerwannabe4435 Жыл бұрын

Yes, she’s talented, entertaining and fun to watch and I learn a lot.

@hafsafossie7074 Жыл бұрын

Yes I agree with you she's fantastic

@jullietmburu9672 Жыл бұрын

Agrees.. and she's quite motherly... 💖

@donnahostasch6439 5 ай бұрын

Yes, my husband agrees he could listen to her for hours. He can't see her videos because he's visually impaired, but listening is like therapy to him. He used to help me in my tailoring shop so he understands what's going on. Many of these videos are informative for me. I'm retired, but still learning new things every day.

@floatinglotuswomenswellness Жыл бұрын

I use the second technique (with some variations) on PJ pants, yoga pants and other stretch fabrics. I use a casing on woven fabric with one additional step-rather than sewing the elastic ends together, I cut it at the correct waist measurement and use a small piece of woven fabric to butt the raw ends together and sew a small box the width of the elastic and about 3/4" wide. This eliminates the bulk of 2 layers of elastic at the closure.

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

This way is great! Thanks for sharing 😊

@bonnierobbins4230 7 ай бұрын

Hi! I will do all.. I just finished 5 pair of pants for a friend. She bought a 1/4 inch waistband. She's 45 in waistband...So i told her it would be better with wider band... She said no. So i sewed them to her instructions... I pray its ok..Time will tell😮😮 Bonnie Ohio USA

@chilipeprsandi Жыл бұрын

I like all three, but I was really excited about the third pair because I have a long rise and all pants are uncomfortable for me. I never thought about extending the top of pant, so can’t wait to try. Thank you for all three methods! 💕💃🏻

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad 😊 And you can use even a wider elastic!

@Sewlady718 Ай бұрын

I absolutely love our videos. Not only are you incredibly talented but you always make me laugh!!! I agree. Give this lady a tv show!

@DowntownTailoring Ай бұрын

Thank you so much! 😊

@carleithaprice222 2 күн бұрын

Thank you for your tutorial very helpful information. ❤

@DowntownTailoring 2 күн бұрын

Glad it was helpful! 🥰

@hafsafossie7074 Жыл бұрын

Yes TV show would be excellent. I'd be looking at her show all day. She has mad skills. Love all her videos

@Fiiscreativemoods Жыл бұрын

Omg i just came across this lady & subscribed immediately....why? She has an amazing personality!

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much 🥰 You are so kind 💕

@mirjanbouma Жыл бұрын

Your videos always the right place and amount of explanation. And I enjoy the little personal notes ❤️ elastic looks a lot less scary now

@sarahbruck7538 11 ай бұрын

I agree. Please, give this woman a show! The instructions are so clear and concise, the situations for use of each method are easy to incorporate into each and every project. This was so helpful. Thank you!

@DowntownTailoring 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! You are so kind 💕

@memaperm9553 Жыл бұрын

The elastic that I sewed to scrub pants three months ago has twisted and now I know why! I will have to use a new piece of elastic and then stitch in the ditch at the seams. This video is great! Thank You!

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much 🥰 I'm glad you liked it!

@karenbridges3928 9 ай бұрын

I have seen at least 5 videos on how to do waist band ,THIS IS THE BEST!!!!!!I would use all three . I have at least 10 pair of pants i need to replace the waist band THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU

@bbk2601 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this! I’m just about to start sewing a pair of pants and I want to use the elastic like in the third example. Perfect timing! 😊

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

That's so nice! Good luck with your project 🥰

@agoogleuseragoogleuser9349 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the easy video on sewing elastic waistbands. I used the first instruction, worked out perfectly and I even sewed the label back in place so I could tell the back from the front of the pants.

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad! Thanks for letting me know 😊

@GoldenDIY 8 ай бұрын

Great video! I like your sense of humor.

@deidrabenson361 Жыл бұрын

Thanks sooo much for sharing your knowledge!❤️❤️❤️

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

It’s my pleasure!! 🥰

@JeromeEarthScience Жыл бұрын

So smart! Such great tips! Thank you!

@truthdaisy2098 4 ай бұрын

Thank you! I like the first two and am working towards learning how to do the second one - the orange pants. Appreciate you!

@lindapeets1486 Жыл бұрын

It has been so long like years since I have sewn anything. I have so many alterations to do, and i thank you my dear for bringing back what I forgot to do. You are a great teacher. Keep up the good work.

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

@general5104 7 ай бұрын

I remember watching my Mother, sewing, making our clothes. She had bought a cam-type Neckie. I know I spelled that wrong. She made a double-breasted suit-coat for me, that looked professional. Pants, shirts, I have a picture where all three of us are wearing the same material. Same style shirts, different sizes, of course. Mom, Dad, and me, about 15 years old. That was over half a century ago. She did everything like a pro. Yup, I miss her, but I remember her using a big safety-pin, to put in the elastic or the tie-cords. THANK YOU FOR YOUR VIDEO. I SUBBED. Bill, from Tn. 🇺🇸

@DowntownTailoring 7 ай бұрын

Beautiful memories! Thanks for sharing 😊

@marilynmiddleton9088 Ай бұрын

I think the 2nd one is the easiest ❤️

@royalcoachclassics7818 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for another great and easy-to-understand video. It's easy to see that you are THE professional!

@RandomalinaLF Жыл бұрын

Love this! Thank you!!!! ❤

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

I’m so glad to hear that! ❤️❤️

@mollycat6 5 ай бұрын

I will be trying the third tomorrow! Thanks!

@bwilks3056 11 ай бұрын

The best tutorial for elastic. Thank you!

@DowntownTailoring 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!! 😊

@mariaandress7083 Жыл бұрын

Love it great way to place elastic ❤

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

@1954evelyn Жыл бұрын

I like and use all three of these. Thank you for all you teach us. I have learned so much from you.

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Evelyn! Your support means a lot to us 💞💞💕

@elizabethrowe7262 Жыл бұрын

I mostly do the 1st example and 2nd one. Only done the 3rd example on 1 or 2 items of clothing. Thank you for your tutorial!

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching 🥰

@bonnierobbins4230 8 ай бұрын

I love your ways!!❤

@justicedumlao6937 Ай бұрын

Thanks! Super helpful!

@rachaelharman5529 Жыл бұрын

I tend to use the first technique, but i have tried 2 and 3, never used twin needle though to sew it but i will from now on gives such a neeter finish, i always love your videos you really explain everything so well and its nice to know i am doing it corect aswell. Thank you again you are the best.

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your support! 💕

@kanilingam7710 Ай бұрын

Thank you

@rubyguy8288 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing. Very clear tutorial. I prefer the orange technique.

@DowntownTailoring 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching! 😊

@1949chefjojo 11 ай бұрын

Thank you. I always wondered how to sew an elastic waist band. I am going to use your tutorials. 😊

@DowntownTailoring 11 ай бұрын

My pleasure! Have fun 🥰

@alwaysjiji7198 Жыл бұрын

this video is really entertaining and educational! loved it! thank you!

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much 🥰

@maryb.c.507 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the instruction and entertainment! I find that elastic stretches out over the life of a garment so I always use the first technique so I can open and cinch up a bit at a later date. That soft elastic in the third option is really nice but very hard to source.

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

Yes! I agree with you. The first one is my way to go! The last elastic can be found at bra suppliers. Thanks for sharing your experience! 😊

@queenoftherivernile6614 15 күн бұрын

I Love your Energy!!!

@DowntownTailoring 9 күн бұрын

Thank you! 😊

@bettygentry9672 Жыл бұрын

Very helpful information!

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

Thanks 🥰

@karenboyd6293 10 ай бұрын

I woud do the all, and I have done them all! And IMHO, you did it exactly right. But I know you do have a lot more experience than I do.

@carolekus1715 Жыл бұрын

Oh my where have you been all my sewing life, so glad I have found your channel excellent now to binge watch thank you so very much for sharing entertaining to watch with simple steps❤

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! 💓

@charlenemcgill2961 Жыл бұрын

I've done methods 1 and 2, but my preference is one. Thanks for sharing, your vids. are amazing !!!

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching 🥰🥰🥰

@norma6743 Жыл бұрын

Excellent, thanks ❤

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊 💓 ☺️

@XatxiFly 10 ай бұрын

very helpful and masterfully done!

@DowntownTailoring 10 ай бұрын

Great to hear! Thanks 🥰

@vndetta3770 11 ай бұрын

You are so fun! Great watch. Thanks for the tutorial!

@DowntownTailoring 11 ай бұрын

You are so welcome! 😊

@HailEmpress 9 ай бұрын

Such an informative video! Thank you

@DowntownTailoring 9 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! 😊

@lorainejones2375 Жыл бұрын

Example #1 I have found to be easier for me. Thank you! I can practice the others.

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

Excellent! Thanks for watching 🥰

@AngeVPV Жыл бұрын

Great technique! I just love it. Oh and the intro of the video! I love how funny you are! Keep shining! You are a star!

@rvnlcks Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this! The last technique is really helpful. I make a lot of boxers and I've been playing with methods for attaching the waistband elastic. I have a coverstitch machine that I would love to be using, but keeping the fabric and elastic lined up consistently is challenging. I feel better about it after watching lots of commercial sewing videos and seeing the specialized machines they have for this exact thing, but if you have any tips I'd love to. hear them!

@mungbean345 3 ай бұрын

Thanks! I'm going to turn a bunch of ill-fitting dresses into skirts, which I find easier to mix and match anyway, so I will probably be using all three of these techniques today!

@DowntownTailoring 3 ай бұрын

Sounds great! 😊

@sampleworks9432 Жыл бұрын

Thanks, as always, for sharing your methods…giggled at the sponge Bob antics 😉

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

😁😁😁 Thanks Jacqui!

@stuka6671 10 ай бұрын

the first trick is what I need the most........All the while I was wondering how best I can sew the elastic band ....and mostly I did it all wrong.....thanks teacher...

@DowntownTailoring 10 ай бұрын

I’m glad to help!!

@angelacorsetto6790 Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I love your videos. I like to cut up old yoga pants and reuse the waistbands.

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

That's a wonderful idea! 💞💞💕

@crazylittlepartytifs Жыл бұрын

Excellent thanks 🙌🏼🙌🏼💝💝

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

Glad to help!!!

@lindaportney4577 6 ай бұрын

What a perfect video!! The first one is exactly what I was looking for. Thank you soooo much.

@DowntownTailoring 6 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! 🥰

@ZaraEmenike-tb5xn 9 ай бұрын

Thank you ma I love ur teaching ❤

@DowntownTailoring 9 ай бұрын

Glad to hear that! Thanks 💕

@kathyburt3294 Жыл бұрын

I could actually do all of these!!! It's a miracle. I have only done the first one and tried the 2nd one but it didn't work because I cut my elastic way shorter than the top of the pants!! I see you did it about the same. and I loved adding the elastic to the top and making it the top of the pants. I have to try that also!!

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

Ouuu that’s great yes it’s good to give them a try. Thank you for watching and commenting as always! 🥰

@SparkyOne549 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I have some pjs that need new waistbands, I can’t use the existing casing, this really helps.

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

Yesss exactly that’s a perfect scenario!

@sewsooze68 Жыл бұрын

🥰Gorgeous 🥰

@urbanistic5 Жыл бұрын

Dear Downtown Taylor ❤ thank You Love your films 😊

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching 🥰 😘 💕

@evelynferrer1322 Жыл бұрын

Hello. Great tutorial as always. I liked the two with the wider elastic. Thank you

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊

@evelynferrer1322 Жыл бұрын

@@DowntownTailoring I will use all the techniques

@clothingalterations Жыл бұрын

Great tutorial 👌

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

🥰🥰🥰

@Ackesha100 Жыл бұрын

You make them all look so easy, your video was absolutely great and your voice so lovely. I immediately subscribed

@raraavis7782 Жыл бұрын

Very nice. The second is new to me. I do like a wide elastic at the top of pants, as I'm tall and long legged, with narrow hips and have constant issues with pants slowly sliding down while walking. Waist high pants make me look oddly proportined and anything low rise won't stay in place with a regular waistband. Thank God for elastic 😅 The double row of stitching from the twin needle makes it look very neat and professional.

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

I think fashion and trends should be more diverse. Not every rise will fit the same to all women. Cheers 😊

@daraharper2003 Жыл бұрын

My. Goodness! You are sew Amazing!! Thank you!😀😀😀

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much 🥰

@ebp445 Жыл бұрын

Thanks, there will be times I will use them all.

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

Exactly! I’m glad to help :))

@RitaDartebea Ай бұрын

Woow thanks mum you really help me

@DowntownTailoring Ай бұрын

You are most welcome! 🥰

@Godisamazing7 Жыл бұрын

Helpful

@taraiza878 Жыл бұрын

Thank you ❤

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

🥰🥰🥰

@marugarcia0129 4 ай бұрын

omg this is awesome!

@DowntownTailoring 4 ай бұрын

🥰🥰🥰

@shaliamaddox8689 8 ай бұрын

Seriously so entertaining ... I forgot that I came here to learn lol

@DowntownTailoring 8 ай бұрын

🥰🥰🥰

@salmamirza9261 Жыл бұрын

I like all three of them I am new learner

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

🥰🥰🥰

@ssergeant9682 5 ай бұрын

I have elastic waist pants that have the wide elastic. I find that the most comfortable.

@marjoriemoser3961 11 ай бұрын

YOU are a great teacher! You explained so clearly each step for the three different ways! Thank you!!! Now, what if I don’t own a serger??? How do I put in the elastic as you did, NOT using a serger

@DowntownTailoring 11 ай бұрын

Thanks! 💕 if you don't have a serger, you can use the overcast stitch on your regular sewing machine. Zigzag works also. Cheers 😊 kzfaq.info/get/bejne/iaulmLSUvZe9Zok.html

@doloresw Жыл бұрын

I have made garments using the 1st one but I think the last one looks the easiest of the 3. I have used the twin needle to finish off the hem of knit tops and it's good if you don't have a cover stitch machine.

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

🥰🥰🥰

@1963charmaine Жыл бұрын

I'm going to try the first way to fix my pajama bottoms.

@Aljobritt Жыл бұрын

Just like yourself I would use all three methods where it applies! Thank you for the video

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

Thanks 🥰

@annahackman2539 Жыл бұрын

I love the intro to this video. My favorite elastic is the plush elastic. My second favorite is encasing the elastic like you showed at the beginning. I'm curious if you've ever zigzagged the elastic edges down when you sew it into a loop.

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

Yes! I do. I zigzag them sometimes.

@user-xx5ev2uj6j 10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much , now i know how to measure elastic. 😊

@DowntownTailoring 10 ай бұрын

Happy to help! 😊

@user-xx5ev2uj6j 10 ай бұрын

@@DowntownTailoring please keep on doing more videos

@jojosewist8921 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for all 3 methods, I have used #1 and #2 but want to try the third method. Will you do a video for applying elastic on the back only and leaving front waistband flat. I have seen videos of this method but still confused. I am sure you will do a better job explaining and demonstrating sewing this type waistband! Then I can finally understand and can try it out. Thank you for all your outstanding videos.

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I'm going to make this video soon. Cheers 😊

@rashidavally2562 11 ай бұрын

Thank you sweet lady you are amazing ❤❤❤

@DowntownTailoring 11 ай бұрын

You are! Thank you 😊

@maryenos91 Жыл бұрын

I like them all but specially the orange pants and the last pair you did with the band on the right side.....have seen some skirts made with that type waistband on the right side of the fabric.....sort of decorative if using colorful elastic for the waistbands.

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

Yes! These skirts look very fashionable, yet they are very easy to sew cheers!

@skipopidid Жыл бұрын

A lot of times when i am just sewing for myself, i do the 1st technique but i dont sew the gap closed, that way its easier for me to do adjustments later and i dont really notice a difference in comfort. Maybe i am just lazy.

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

You aren't lazy... You are smart! 😊😊😊

@littlecravings Жыл бұрын

The 1st one is the one I’d use. It’s easy!!? ❤

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

@jojosewist8921 Жыл бұрын

Enjoyed another of your delightful and educational videos. I use #1 mostly, #2 is for special need to look very professional pants. I have never tried the third option, but will use to solve the rise too short problem. Thank you. Have you done a video for only putting elastic in back of pants?

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

Hi JoJo! I definitely have to do this video. Cheers 😊

@seyedehtahsini6224 Жыл бұрын

I do all three ways depend on the project 👍

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

🥰🥰🥰

@dread30329 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. I've learned so much today about elastic. I have a question. When you use the serger, are you stretching the elastic as you serge?

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

Yes! But it's just a little bit. Remember that the serger stitch is very flexible, so you technically don't need to. Cheers 😊

@1cachoo 10 ай бұрын

I like the last one best. Looks the way I would want it to. Would this work with jeans if I cut off the waistband?

@DowntownTailoring 10 ай бұрын

Yes! Although a knit waistband will work better. Cheers 😊

@wandaparker6183 Жыл бұрын

Now, I see why my waist bands are awful 🤭.. Thank you for sharing the correct way to do elastic waist bands 😊

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

My pleasure 🥰 Thanks for watching!

@Dashzap 9 ай бұрын

I have a few pants that could use #3. Can you recommend the softest, plushest wide elastic? Off to check Wawak...

@lindsaysidwell2130 9 ай бұрын

Hi, I love your videos and could do with some guidance on a waistband method that you don't show in this video. The elastic is joined at each end, before sewing to the top edge of the skirt on the inside with a server. Then you roll it over once, to the inside, which covers the elastic. I then seal the bottom edge closed with a coverstitch machine. This works great with knit fabrics, but with a satin bias cut skirt I get horrible twisting/roping along the top when I've finished. How do I stop this please? X

@eddyvideostar Ай бұрын

Dear Downtown, Good video. A Question, Will a too-thin ropey waistband for sweatpants feel more uncomfortable (dig into the waist) than a thicker 1 to 1.5 inches?

@avalandrogers7700 Жыл бұрын

hello DownTown.I love the lessen can you do Replace winder coat zipper? thank you do you have a sewing class on you tube too.

@DowntownTailoring Жыл бұрын

Hello 👋 This video will help you kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ibRio8xy28jZf40.html Cheers 😊

@mariaandress7083 Жыл бұрын

Lol !! ❤ . Thank you 😊

@ssergeant9682 5 ай бұрын

how did you measure the waist elastic for the wide version? I have a serger coverstitch machine. would I use that for the top stitch but sew the elastic into it? I have made pajama pants before and just put elastic in the back and then a drawstring in the front. that seemed to work OK, but I'm not very good at any of it.

@mothersoul1 Жыл бұрын

😍😍😍😍😍

@terryweister9577 2 ай бұрын

What if the fabric is pj bottoms and stretchy? Do I stretch the elastic as I sew on top and then turn under and sew?

@Fiiscreativemoods 4 ай бұрын

Correct me if im wrong. But i have a big belly. If i used the thicker elastic, would it help to flatten tummy a bit. I find with the thin elastic, it sit in my fat rolls and makes my belly stand out more. How do i create a slimming effect with elastic?

@Therapeuticsounds. Ай бұрын

Yes a thicker elastic will help