Half Elastic Waistband Tutorial Sew It Like A Pro!

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Жыл бұрын

How do you sew a half elastic or half elasticated waistband for a skirt, pants, shorts, or any sewing project? Well you've stumbled upon the right sewing tutorial! In this DIY style youtube video, sewing educator Anastasia Chatzka shows you how to sew a half elastic waistband for any project like a pro! Let's get sewing!!!
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@serenity.baum.5647 Жыл бұрын

I love this! I'm making a skirt to wear to the Barbie movie and I want something that looks polished (but also comfy so I can go to town on movie snacks lol) and this is perfect, Oh and I loved how you said "stretch and sew" it reminded me of "bend and snap!"

@SewAnastasia 11 ай бұрын

💕🎀 hope your Barbie outfit turned out with plenty of snack room ;) Someone else said the stretch n sew reminded them of bend & snap too lol 😂 That’s such a cute movie.

@lawrencejlittle 11 ай бұрын

This was the gift I needed this week…my wife hates zippers, but I disliked the gathering caused by traditional elastic waistband enclosures. This will help give her a bit more style…

@SewAnastasia 7 ай бұрын

I'm so glad this gift was helpful for you and your wife! It's always great to find something that solves a problem and adds a bit of style.

@mele9952 Жыл бұрын

I'm so excited to try this!

@SewAnastasia Жыл бұрын

Woohoo 🥳 to make it even easier chalk on your sewing lines.

@mscashwell Жыл бұрын

Beautiful instruction/demo. Thanks much!

@SewAnastasia Жыл бұрын

You are very welcome 🤗

@TotallyxKatiee Ай бұрын

Thank you! I’m gonna be doing this for the skirt I’m making. I did this without watching a tutorial in my early sewing days and it doesn’t look as clean or nice as what you did. I can’t wait to compare my early skirt to my new skirt after I make it!

@janiedavis5378 Жыл бұрын

Awesome technique!! Thank you for sharing!!! I love all your videos!! ❤

@SewAnastasia Жыл бұрын

🎀🩷 Thank you 😊

@lareinarojadelanoche6761 5 ай бұрын

Love this tutorial. Thank you.

@SewAnastasia 14 күн бұрын

@@lareinarojadelanoche6761 thank you for watching :)

@halemaautar9707 Күн бұрын

Thanks for the video

@daliaodman2448 14 күн бұрын

OMG! It made look so easy. I’ve been trying to figure out how to do this type of waistband for my skirts. I will definitely try it out. I’m so excited 😊

@SewAnastasia 14 күн бұрын

@@daliaodman2448 you got this!!

@TheoryMaK15-255 9 ай бұрын

This Is Fantastic Tutorial!! I love it simplicity to the point that an Autistic person like me found it exactly how simple and how easy it is to do it! And Not Just That it's Short AND Simple, Direct to the point, with NO Filler or Waste of Time! This Will help my Niece A lot!! Thank You!! For the Simplicity and Understanding your tutorial are! I'll recommend it to my niece! For These things I mention above. You get a Sub and a Like From Me!! Thank You and Being Awesome AND Beautiful!! CHEERS!!

@SewAnastasia 8 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching.

@danielastoica3354 29 күн бұрын

You are fantastic Anastasia

@SewAnastasia 14 күн бұрын

@@danielastoica3354 awww thanks 😊

@vegababes123 Жыл бұрын

Thank u for this so much! Now I see how it’s done nicely yahhhh.

@SewAnastasia 7 ай бұрын

Happy to help!

@Silver_Threads_Sewing Жыл бұрын

Wonderful tutorial. Thank you ❤

@SewAnastasia Жыл бұрын

Very welcome 🤗

@estherteye4328 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much dear,

@SewAnastasia 6 ай бұрын

Welcome ")

@oksanabula8709 11 ай бұрын

So a useful video! Thank you very much! I struggled so much trying to combine flat and elastic parts! Should make everything with your instruction))

@SewAnastasia 7 ай бұрын

Glad it helped!

@osengtahukecap1341 2 ай бұрын

thank you so much!!, i needed this to make a skirt for my mom

@SewAnastasia 2 ай бұрын

I’m sure it turned out beautiful 💖

@chipezholungu3588 5 ай бұрын

Was looking for this method thank u

@SewAnastasia 5 ай бұрын

Welcome :)

@freakygardener8033 8 ай бұрын

I'm glad I saw this! I am working on doing something similar, but I was only going to sew along the top and bottom edges. This looks like it will work much better with the stitches in the middle as well!

@SewAnastasia 8 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Happy sewing.

@cocodoo1806 11 ай бұрын

Merci beaucoup pour ce tuto parfaitement clair qui va me servir tout de suite ! 😊🌹🍀

@SewAnastasia 10 ай бұрын

Welcome. Thank you for watching.

@utefeather9356 Жыл бұрын

Thanks! This was way easier than I was making it out to be. I will sew a skit with this half elastic waist band.

@SewAnastasia Жыл бұрын

Happy to hear that! I would love to see pics of your skirt with this waist band in it!

@cassandrap.3183 Жыл бұрын

This was right on time! I hate wearing belts and elastic waist pants aren’t flattering on me. Can’t wait to try this!

@SewAnastasia Жыл бұрын

Happy sewing!

@ninabradley3479 Жыл бұрын

sew nice! i was just looking at a mccall pattern that did this. can't wait to get to the studio soon!

@SewAnastasia 6 ай бұрын

woohoo :)

@cayleypoggensee7009 3 ай бұрын

Absolutely wonderful, thank you! Another possible title for this video would be elastic waist *demystified*!! It's so clear and easy! So if I wanted to do two side pieces of elastic then I would just make two shorter sections....

@ConkreteMan Жыл бұрын

I was just thinking about how to do this! I have a pair of shorts that need a waist adjustment and was deciding on which way to do it. Also, nice “bend and snap” reference.

@SewAnastasia Жыл бұрын

Happy you enjoyed this :)

@francabeccaro5398 10 ай бұрын

😊😊

@manjulaekanayaka1561 11 ай бұрын

Valuable vedio ❤

@SewAnastasia 11 ай бұрын

Thank you 😊

@debraconnerly3468 2 ай бұрын

This was exactly what I was looking for. Thanks! The instructions with my pattern made no sense, used channels, skinnier elastic, and poor illustrations. You rescused the sundress I made for my granddaughter with a much simpler approach. It turned out darling.

@SewAnastasia 2 ай бұрын

Excellent!!!! Happy sewing 🧵

@andreanash2331 Жыл бұрын

Looking for ways to adapt clothing for comfort and accessibility while in a wheelchair. I think this method will be beneficial.

@SewAnastasia 6 ай бұрын

I'm so glad you found this method helpful! Adapting clothing for comfort and accessibility is such an important aspect of wheelchair users' lives. I hope it brings you the ease and convenience you're looking for.

@aartiaudholiya4335 Ай бұрын

Thank you ❤ form India

@SewAnastasia Ай бұрын

Most welcome 😊

@tattoed_baker_crafter 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for this as I love this style of waistband but I make it very difficult for myself 😏😅

@SewAnastasia 10 ай бұрын

You are very welcome!

@cristinacousins3428 28 күн бұрын

This is such a great tutorial! Would you ever put interfacing in the front part of the waistband to give it more structure?

@SewAnastasia 26 күн бұрын

Yes putting interfacing there is great if you want more structure.

@amilan409 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much ! this is exactly what I have been looking for. This could also be done with 2 pieces of back elastic and a zipper between, right ? I also wondered about using thinner elastic, in channels, sewn to divide the channels and then all sewn down at the sides ( if that makes sense, would that also work ?) I have a surplus of 1/2in elastic, so I was pondering that.

@clarafarrell9393 Ай бұрын

Wow just brilliant 👏 wondering though how would this go onto a pattern piece for shorts? Like a simplicity pattern for example?🤔 can it be done?

@SoniaScrapbook 2 ай бұрын

I was so excited when this video popped up because I was looking at my satin robe and noticed the half elastic in the bag and wondered how it was done. I have yet to sew clothes but want to understand either way for when I'm ready. Would you say this technique is a good way to take in a loose fitting dress or pants for that matter or do you suggest darts to taper in the garments? Not sure why one is used over the other except for preferences? I appreciate the info!

@fiorellaravandoni8568 Жыл бұрын

Is it possible to see you attach it to shorts or pants? Do you have to stretch the back to gather the back of the pants?

@SewAnastasia Жыл бұрын

The pants you sew it into should be the same circumference as the waistband when it’s flat with no elastic in it.

@ecmproductions11 Жыл бұрын

From the thumbnail i really thought you were making a mini skirt haha! These are very comfy. Though i only really see them on joggers. It wouldn't be a bad idea to try them on your own body as well as the bust. That way we can guage the fit a bit better. But of couse if youre comfortable with it.

@SewAnastasia 6 ай бұрын

That would be a very mini skirt! lol

@reviewswithjess8662 11 ай бұрын

Can you make a video adding this band to a skirt? Love the video thanks so much!!

@SewAnastasia 11 ай бұрын

I sure can. Thank you for watching :)

@Autumn_Windss 11 ай бұрын

Awesome, I eagerly await your response. XD @@SewAnastasia

@jeremyschneider360 Жыл бұрын

Love this technique. Do you also think it would work in place as a shirred bodice?

@SewAnastasia 6 ай бұрын

If you kept adding rows of elastic you could totally do that.

@meganmccrory9492 Жыл бұрын

You remind me so much of Betsey Johnson, the designer~!

@SewAnastasia Жыл бұрын

Awww thanks. I love her style! I worked in her nyc design office in 2005!

@jamzkeith3399 Жыл бұрын

Hi! Can you please show hoe to make crisp corners on a shirt collar? I serge them but my points aren't perfect points. Thank You for your help! Would love to be as good at sewing as you!

@katiethenavigator 11 ай бұрын

This is great! Do you have suggestions for how to measure/decide what size to cut the front vs the back and how much elastic to use?

@SewAnastasia 10 ай бұрын

I do! I have a video coming out this week making shorts with this method and I explain it in detail. Keep an eye out for it.

@10countriesin10years 9 күн бұрын

Where is the video for the dimensions?

@lisah2208 Жыл бұрын

Do I need to use a longer straight stitch length or is the standard length I usually use, being 2.0mm, ok? I’ve only just found your channel and have subscribed as you’re informative and easy to listen to and understand. Thank you for this tutorial. Greetings from rural Victoria, Australia 😀👋🇦🇺

@SewAnastasia Жыл бұрын

Hi 👋 A standard stitch length of 2/2.5 is what I used. Thank you for subscribing 🥰 I’m making a trip to your side of the world this July! I’m super excited about it.

@irishrox Жыл бұрын

I love this I think I'm gonna use it in a dress!! I thought of a few questions: 1- Is there ever a situation where you would use this with an already stretchy fabric like Jersey or is that overkill? (lol). 2- I thought straight stitches snap in stretchy situations. Is there a reason why straight stitch is better than z stitch in situations like this?

@SewAnastasia Жыл бұрын

Good questions. You can use this method in stretchy clothes too. The straight stitches will not snap in this case because it is being stretched while it is being sewed. You could use a zig zag but it’s not necessary. The industrial machines have 3-6 needles that are straight stitch & the machine stretches the elastic out & the operator guides the waistband. I’ll find it & post it in my stories. It’s pretty cool 😎

@user-yd3jd2em8e 11 ай бұрын

great video ❤ this technique is fastastic! ❤ One question: How do you attach this pre-made waistband to your garment? Do you have a part 2 video showing this? ❤ Thanks so much Anastasia.

@SewAnastasia 7 ай бұрын

Yes I do! Check it out here. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/sJeHecJqrruxm3U.html

@mokicajigal7591 Жыл бұрын

You are absolutely brilliant! I’d like to substitute this for many of my in works patterns-Elastic waistbands are my kryptonite. Could you tell me how to get my proper measurements? Is there a formula? My waist is 37 and hips are 42 or so. Thank you for everything you do!!!

@rachelwackenfeld1354 Жыл бұрын

I was wondering the same thing!

@madisonmartin117 11 ай бұрын

Here looking for an answer to the same thing!

@SewAnastasia 6 ай бұрын

Unfortunately there isn't a great formula because all elastics stretch differently and we are all so differently shaped. If you have a small waist and large bum it becomes impossible to slip them on and you need a zipper at the side. I would start with measuring your back waist and take off 2 inches on the elastic and see how that works with your elastic.

@glithch 10 ай бұрын

do you have any videos explaining (even if just recommendations) how to sew in the waistband into a garment when its like that? I've done a different simple method for a waistband but then the waistband wasn't "folded over" and didn't have two sides like yours does. So I'm not sure how to go about it. not even sure if I'm explaining it right lol

@SewAnastasia 10 ай бұрын

Yeah I did a new video sewing it into shorts! Check it out here Half Elastic Waistband Shorts Tutorial With Pattern! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/sJeHecJqrruxm3U.html

@lareinarojadelanoche6761 4 ай бұрын

Do you have a video on how to measure the waistband? Also, possibly how to measure when you have large hips and a smaller waist.

@SewAnastasia 4 ай бұрын

If you have large hips and a smaller waist you might want a s.s zipper. Check out my video on the half elastic shorts. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/sJeHecJqrruxm3U.html

@sarahmolinasews 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for this video! I successfully made this for some pants I’m working on. But an issue I’m running into is the pants are too big. How do you measure your waistband for ensure the proper length of elastic and fabric? What is the best ratio?

@SewAnastasia 6 ай бұрын

I would measure your back waist and make it about 2 inches smaller.

@rachelvancamp6982 2 ай бұрын

How do you create a half back elastic waist band for a jumper dress? Do you make the back waist twice as wide as it would normally be. I want to pull jumper over head without making a front placket. The front waist would be a flat band and the bodice would be button up with deep scoop rounded neckline. Thank you!

@rachelrudensky 2 ай бұрын

Any special instructions for sewing the waistband onto a skirt?

@mkane3586 21 күн бұрын

I just recently sewed a full elastic waistband for a skirt, but for some reason while I was stretching the fabric and sewing along the elastic, it really stretched out the elastic too (as in now its all buckled and warped). Is there an easy fix for this?

@osengtahukecap1341 2 ай бұрын

how much bigger the elasticated fabric on the back compared to the waist measurement? is it okay if I divide the waist measurement by 2 and add 10 cm?

@amilan409 4 ай бұрын

Hi, I have another question .. Do you think this would work on 1950's style circle skirts, gathering some in the front as well, or pleating to still keep fullness in front too ? Thanks in advance

@oksanabula8709 11 ай бұрын

I'm dreaming to sew a flat, boxy top with puff sleeves and a high neckline.

@SewAnastasia 10 ай бұрын

ooo cute. I have a few patterns for tops like that. I will see if I can put one out soon.

@erin6818 7 күн бұрын

How do you do this without your machine getting clogged up? Any time I use elastic it destroys my bottom thread

@SewAnastasia 2 күн бұрын

You might want to try a new type of needle. Maybe your machine needs a tune up? It should sew elastic with no problem.

@catsinq5726 10 ай бұрын

BEGINNING SEWER QUESTIONS!~ How did you settle on 9" of elastic? What is the process for determining how much elastic needed for just the back? because doesn't the elastic stretch just slightly less with each row of top-stitching? AND when you said the fabric for the elastic side needs to be twice the length of the elastic, I think that's that's because you know that elastic goubles in size when stretched, correct? So with stiffer elastic, you want the fabric to be the length of the elastic when fully stretched, even if it's not twice as long?

@SewAnastasia 6 ай бұрын

Let me try to explain.... 1st - It depends on the elastic you are using and how much it stretches. 2nd - you need it to fit across the fabric you are stretching in to and to fit you as tight as you want it to. So basically you need to play with it a bit depending on your pattern and how tight you want it on yourself. If you have good elastic when you sew it to the fabric it shouldn't stay stretched out. It should pop back but elastic does go bad and not all elastics are made the same. I hope that helped. Happy sewing 🎀❤️🧵

@rosac8168 Ай бұрын

Okay so if the top of my maxi dress looks like that already and I want to make a maxi skirt so I just chop off the top and attach to bottom as waistband I’m so afraid of messing up

@KKIsrael 10 ай бұрын

What would be the best technique to add a gathered skirt onto this waistband??

@SewAnastasia 10 ай бұрын

Check out this video I made kzfaq.info/get/bejne/sJeHecJqrruxm3U.html

@KKIsrael 10 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@solentsolent4725 Жыл бұрын

I’m a beginner sewer, is it the same process for shearing?

@SewAnastasia Жыл бұрын

Good question. It is not. Check out my video on shearing

@saintkronos7314 8 ай бұрын

Ok and how do you attach it to a circle skirt then?

@SewAnastasia 8 ай бұрын

Check out my video on the half elastic waist shorts. It explains it.

@GigiSpruill Жыл бұрын

Are both pieces of fabric the total waist measurement? Before elastic??

@astawright7304 11 ай бұрын

I think it’s the front piece plus the elastic length to get the waist size

@GigiSpruill 11 ай бұрын

@@astawright7304 the stretched elastic length?

@SewAnastasia 6 ай бұрын

Try your back waist minus 2 inches

@mossy2313 4 ай бұрын

Brb, making 20 pairs of pants

@SewAnastasia 4 ай бұрын

woohoo 🥳 Happy sewing :)

@KCSews 11 ай бұрын

How do you calculate the size of the waistband?

@SewAnastasia 10 ай бұрын

You can play with where the elastic goes to and how tight or gathered you want it but basically you need it to fit over your hips to pull it on if you are not going to have a zipper.

@SewAnastasia 10 ай бұрын

oh and a new video on elastic half waist shorts is coming out this week!