Our demonstration will show you how to alter your commercial patterns to decrease the waistline for a better fit.
Decrease Waist Pattern Alteration
Tag: waistband
Increase Waist Pattern Alteration
Use the pivot and slide method to do a waist increase alteration on your commercial patterns for the perfect fit.
Classic Waistband
Check out the simple technique of installing a basic waistband, which can be found at the top of pants, skirts, or shorts. Once you master the technique, you can use it for all your classic waistband needs.
Basic Skirt Assembly
Using the pattern pieces you created in basic skirt pattern tutorial, learn how to assemble the basic skirt. Also learn the quick and easy ways to make darts, a waistband, and putting in a zipper.
Elastic Waistband
If you want some comfortable clothes, then you'll want to use an elastic waistband. You'll also discover that they're pretty easy to install too.
Twill Tape Waistband
Professor Pincushion demonstrates how to sew in the twill tape in order to create a clean looking waistband for your project. This same technique can also be used with satin ribbon.