DIY Pajamas Duplicate Existing Pj's

[@ottojackson8714]

One of the few videos that explains and demonstrates clearly how and why to get the back longer than the front. Great demo on elastic, too. My spouse laments so much that her favorite brand of jammies has gone out of business and I have about 15 yards of flannel. Time to fire up my Janome.

[@poisonesse]

Thank you SO MUCH! At 68, I'm entering the sewing arena a bit late, but all this mask sewing has given me a sewing bug. I did make a wrap-around skirt in high school, and a pair of bell bottoms to wear to Woodstock... and I haven't sewn a thing since until the need for masks ! Since I'm tall, 99% of the pajamas I buy shrink on the first washing, and the bottoms come inches above my ankles. This is where you enter the scene. I watched your video and thought... hmm, I think I can do this! Well, tonight I can tell you for sure... I CAN do this, I DID do this (though I do still have to hem the bottoms), they fit, they're comfy, and I am in HEAVEN! I actually made an article of clothing that I will actually wear, proudly! Thank you thank you thank you! If these hadn't turned out, I would have become frustrated and simply walked away, never knowing how wonderful it feels to not only complete, but be able to WEAR something I made myself! I have another 3 yards of flannel, and tomorrow I'll hem this first pair and make my second pair! Then, I'm gonna get creative and make a pair of sleep shorts, still using the same methods! Niler, you're a fantastic teacher, and I'll sew with you any day!

[@justiniebeaniebaby]

Out of all the "how to sew pajama pants" videos out there, this one I found most helpful. Thank you!! ❤️

[@qlm7341]

Thank you so much I agree, Nila is a born teacher and I found this one the only one that made everything sound so easy and she took her time to explain. I am off to the hospital in a couple of weeks and I am trying to make a few pairs so now I am very happy, I hope you have a lovely day thankyou and keep smiling! THANK YOU NILA 😄🙏

[@mikeandhollybolduc5258]

You are awesome!! Best on tutorial ever!!!

[@tntina420]

Best tutorial I've found yet! Thanks

[@patdavis1851]

Thank you so much for this video!!

[@cindyloyd8673]

Great tip about letting feed dogs ease the fullness. That could come in handy. Thanks!

[@susanzurales5206]

This is the best pj tutorial I’ve found. Can’t wait to make a pair.

[@redelephantsafari9217]

Greetings from Singapore ! Yes , your video is SOOOOOO HELPFUL for a beginner like me. Thank you !

[@kelligambee6086]

As someone new to sewing I need clear tutorials and yours is the best I've found. Thank you Niler! I can't wait to try these today.

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

Cool Kelli, thanks for the very nice comment! Happy Sewing!

[@lynetterene]

Hi Niler.....you answered all of my questions b4 I asked them 😊......this is how you teach y'all......thank you so much

[@karrdh]

Awesome tutorial! You’re a natural-born teacher. Thanks a bunch!!

[@marilynkongslie2117]

Your instructions are very easy to follow. I made a duplicate pair of pj bottoms in just a couple of hours. Thanks!

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

You are so welcome, thanks for watching.

[@aginggracefully1511]

Thank you so much! Great video, great explanation. I bought a Butterick pajama pattern, but after looking at it, I shook my head and said "Oh, forget it, it's too complicated." Now with your video, I can make myself a new pair of pajama pants. ❤

[@jyotimagic]

I just made my first pattern and finished my pajama pants following your instructions! I watched lots of other videos but found yours the easiest to follow. The tips you give for the crotch seams and easing (okay, mine wasn't the best attempt), and your way of putting in the elastic all helped this be one of the least frustrating sewing projects I have attempted. Thank you!

[@arne5451]

You are so GOOD! You explained everything... not everyone does that, you know. I'm on my pajama's project right now. Thank YOU!

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

Wow! Thanks for the nice comment!

[@michellebeebelewisfrith1544]

You are AMAZING... THANK you for your time and consideration to teach this properly. I would have been lost in the sauce if it not been for you.

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

Aaawhhh...thanks Misty for watching and for the nice comment.

[@angiewilson5099]

Best tutorial yet thank you explained well, unlike others that are so complicated thanks again

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

Glad you liked it!

[@marlenejones6266]

I just got to thinking i need to get some more summer length pajama pants done. My only lightweight pair is threadbare on the rear end. So much so that they are see-through and also acquired a hole. Lol so i began my search on here to use my older pair of pants to make a new pair. and i found you. i think God sent me a miracle. this was the easiest tutorial to understand and so well done i could hug you to pieces right now. i have some light weight fabric i want to use. buut now that i know how to do this i can make warmer ones and lighter weight ones. i knew this way of making a pair of pajama pants using an old pair of pants existed. it was just i couldn't figure out where to find the video. so thank you so much Niler. i mean it. i have save the video and subscribed and liked this video. you are such a great teacher. god bless and hugs. oh your way of doingh elastic was something i have never seen before but it sure is easier than making a casing and trying to get elastic pulled through with a safety pin. so thats going to help me greatly too. wow what a great video.

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

Kool Beanz! So glad you found my video and so happy that is was helpful for you. Happy Sewing!

[@kathrynnorton1987]

Very VERY clear instructions!

[@michelleleteigner8191]

Ms. Taylor, you are a genius, and this is a brilliant video! I have been looking for two weeks for exactly this video! You have made me so happy! (And all the men in my family, by extension, because we can't find their favorite PJs anymore, so mommy is gonna copy!) THANK YOU!!!!! 😊

[@melblue107]

The absolute best tutorial for pj pants. Thank you so much.

[@amandacheong1049]

I just love this tutorial, best I’ve come across, especially on how to match the front and back with wasting! Thank you so much!!

[@karenkanaway4332]

This is exactly what I was looking for. Very nicely done! TFS

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

You are so welcome...thanks for watching!

[@parijyotishi9270]

Thank you very much for such clear instructions specially about the front & back of the pajamas.

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

You are so welcome!

[@parijyotishi9270]

I successfully made a pajamas but messed up adding a pocket to it. Please if you can show us how to add top & side pockets.

[@yvonnekelly8300]

Yes I’m going to try now Fantastic ❤

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

Wonderful!

[@ivelcanintzel2192]

I have used your technique and it’s sooo much easier this way Thanks!!

[@juliemenezes254]

Thank you for a great video. Now I can attempt to do my PJs myself 😃

[@screeningmimi]

Thank you! I have a pair of pants that fit just right, and have been searching for someone who can help me make sense of it. You are the BEST! :-) Now I'll never be without my favorite pants again.

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

That's so cool! I'm so happy that my video was helpful for you!

[@superz1584]

Hi Niler. I have no interest in making my own pajamas, but I still watched the video cuz I knew I would learn something new. Loved the way you inserted the elastic, way easier than the way I've always done it. Thank you for sharing your experience with us hobby sewers. Happy sewing to you too my friend.

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

Cool. I like doing things the easy way, and I love inserting elastic this way. Thanks for watching.

[@taigodfrey]

Literally the easiest way to sew. Ill give this a try

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

Cool...you'll love it. Thanks for watching.

[@redjar9166]

Best teaching video I have seen! I am going to watch it over and over as I make my new PJ's! Thank you!

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

Thank you!

[@vsheavenly68]

Aww I loved your introduction 💞

[@donnaprosser9616]

Nice tutorial!

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

Thank you!

[@nynurse2]

You have the BEST video on this!❤..THANK YOU 🙏 soo much!

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

Wow, thank you! What a nicer comment. Thanks for watching. I hope you subscribed...Happy Sewing!

[@nynurse2]

@@NilerTaylor-relindesigns yes 👍 I DID subscribe!

[@joharrison7851]

Thank you for an easy copy of Pjs. Just about to make some, them I’m going to make some nice silky one for day wear for my holidays

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

Have fun! Glad my video was helpful, thanks for watching.

[@debmoor2]

I love your video.you did a great job Thank you 😊

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

You are so welcome!

[@m.a.l2460]

I loved your easy instructions. Thank you,

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

You are so welcome!

[@OdettaJenkins-hv2oz]

I have been looking for this explanation of making my own pattern that I can follow. Thank you

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

You are so welcome, thanks for watching,

[@Chrissanthumum]

Thank you so much for this video.I have pants patterns and I have already cut the fabric,but I realised that even if I like to wing things,I had to look up how to sew tue pieces together considering rhe allowance for the backside.

[@5d41k3]

Thank you! This is just what I needed to see

[@Chrissanthumum]

Thank you so much for that.The first time I made pajamas for myself,I did not allow for the fact that my butt is bigger than my front(significantly so).I fave a small frame,but I have "a backside." The result was the front had too much fabric.I am so thankful for the TouTubers who have helped me to affectionately refer to KZbin as KZbin University.

[@joygoncalves4917]

Excellent. Such a Great instructor.

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

Thank you kindly!

[@jacquelinejacqueline162]

Hello Niler, i have just finished using your technique to make a pair of summer 3/4 length trousers. They look brilliant, Thank you.😊

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

Wonderful! You are so welcome.

[@ca6177]

nice tutorial, thanks!

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

You're welcome.

[@jillblanpea3514]

GENIUS! Thank you.....Jammies for everyone!

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

You are so welcome, thanks for watching…Happy Sewing!

[@deannesherriff3247]

Excellent tutorial. Thank you.

[@VintageTech1]

Very Helpful tips, thank you for sharing.

[@incognitoxeres7858]

Excellent idea, and tips on getting a great fit. Thanks so much Niler, for the videos. Much success and respect

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

Thank you Incognito...Happy Sewing!

[@margaretbeard6564]

I love your videos. Even though I've been sewing for years I still like seeing how others do it. I always learn something new.

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

Me too. I love watching other sewing channels to pick up tips. Thanks for watching.

[@toronto2421975]

Love your video! So clear and concise. Thank you!

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

Thank you!

[@yvonnesheppard-diallo2146]

This is still a great video even after 1 year ago! Wonderfully crafted, yet clear and beautifully precise for every Beginner 😊 thank you ☺️

[@roversmum367]

This is SUCH a great video, thank you. I followed another one that didn't differentiate between front and back like you have and also didn't say anything about easing and feed dogs etc.. I guess they wanted to make it seem simple but one actually needs to know these details or else you end up with a failure, like my first pair (too tight around crotch area). Thanks so much, I am about to have a second attempt using your instructions, fingers crossed.

[@randallnorris231]

Excellent video, thank you.

[@mayporter1758]

Thanks, you made that easy ☺️ I’m new to this!

[@yvonnekelly8300]

Fabulous il try myself

[@elizabethannwest646]

Giles thanks so much just found your channel. Your videos are so easy to follow. Very clear and pleasant voice.😊

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

Thank you so much Elizabeth for watching my videos and for the nice comment. Don't forget to subscribe! Happy Sewing!

[@judyb950]

Great video. Thank you much.

[@sharonfetters501]

Thanks for the great tutorial you really explained everything so well. I’m going to try to make a pair for me and my grand babies.

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

Cool Sharon, they are going to love them!

[@wendysimm7615]

Thank you l have some favourite PJ’s now l can take a pattern from them saving the expense of buying one. A great and easy tutorial to keep.😃

[@cherylbrown8675]

loved this

[@lidasantander2714]

Love it ! How you fold the material? In half ? In 4 th ? So confused

[@944gemma]

What a great video.

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

Thank you!

[@gloriacabeen1605]

Hi Niler: This is a great video, with lots of sewing tips in case I want to make some pajama pants! I've made shorts and things for my grandsons, but have not yet attempted pajama pants. I like how you explain the feed dogs and your clear instructions. Many thanks!

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

Thank you Gloria for the nice comment and for watching my video.

[@lyndapierce2333]

Thanks for a great video,I like your method of putting in the elastic.

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

Hi Lynda. Thanks for watching. I like the most simplified way of doing anything in the sewing and crafting world. I hope this technique will be helpful for you. Happy Sewing!

[@lindaroache4959]

Great video so glad I stumbled across it thank you dearly.

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

You are so welcome, thanks for watching.

[@maradi2006]

I have to try making my favorite pajamas I wear them all the time and they need to be replace.Thanks for sharing.Merry Christmas to you and your family.

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

Thank you for watching!

[@monicasmith4820]

Thanks Niler!

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

You are welcome Monica. Happy Sewing!

[@oliveracastro4230]

Mrs.Niler when putting the leg inside one another how do you know that you are putting the right sides together , I have tried several times and mine does not come out right . In this video looks like your using cotton fabric no stretch, when i use 2 way stretch or 4 way stretch i have no problem i hope you can help . I enjoyed your video and hope to duplicate the Jammy's. Thank you your Awsome!

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

Yes, right sides are together. Glad you found a procedure that works for you. Thanks for watching.

[@yoskiworld2728]

Great tutorial ❤️❤️❤️ New subbie here🥰

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

Thank you!!!

[@ca6177]

Thanks! Good info

[@bumboseat1235]

I really enjoy watching this video. I can’t wait to make my pyjamas tomorrow looks easy , thank you so much x

[@karenchristensen9164]

Wow.... this was the best video I've seen on this subject.... thanks for doing it! Greetings from Canada btw!!

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

You're welcome Karen, thanks for watching.

[@lynetterene]

I would be nervous to sew my elastic that way.....I love it, just not sure if I can do it that way....lol

[@gemmascarborough8026]

Hi , when you have measured the elastic was it from the original length of the waist before you pulled it? Thanks

[@karenbruns4355]

Love this video. Thank you for sharing 😀

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

You're welcome Karen.

[@tinapoirier3524]

Hi Niler.......Thanks so much for sharing your techniques....they’re so very helpful! I love your channel! Do you take request for projects? I’d love to see how to sew a lined drawstring bag. Thanks so much! Merry Christmas!🎄

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

Thank you Tina for your comment and for your request. I just added to my requests. Thank you so much for asking...Happy Sewing!

[@Liz-gr6tz]

Hi Niler, will this same process work if I use stretch cotton fabric? I was just wondering if it would gather at the back in the same way, or if I would need to do something different?

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

If you cut the pieces to match, using stretch fabric won't matter, the left and right back pieces should still match up.

[@lowec315]

Another awesome video. You amaze me...

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

Thank you so much for the nice comment...Happy Sewing!

[@florence775]

This will sound stupid, but did you fold the material over so it was doubled? Selvage to selvage or length size. I couldn’t see how you positioned the material for measuring.

[@honeybee5957]

If anyone can answer this it would be great. I’ve watched this several time and being a preschool seamstress I can’t figure out what the difference is between the front and the back. I get that there is a difference in length but how did she adjust for that when she cut out the front. Thanx for any help.

[@amyrush7475]

Thank you! Thank you!

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

You are so welcome Amy...Happy Sewing!

[@annetteellis4188]

Great instructions! If I do not have a serger, what do you do for the inside seams of pj legs to prevent fraying?

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

Hi Annette. Check out my recent video on 6 ways to finish seams without a serger. Heres a link, copy it into your browser. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bGjZdp5qr9h9nZo

[@shortyylu]

What did you use to mark it? What kinda pen thing is it?

[@carolinataira3433]

Thank u!

[@atlladyleo1]

Did you pre-wash your cotton fabric? Also, what width of elastic did you use? Great video!

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

Not in this case I didn't, but you can if shrinkage is a concern for you. As far as the elastic goes, I used a 1" elastic. You can use any width that is comfortable for you. Hope this helps, thanks for your question.

[@karenstephenson6768]

How much material do you need to make these?

[@soniasantana1177]

Hello! I have a doubt when I finished to cut the from piece and the back piece, the back piece is more longer than the front? My primary languague is Spanish and don't understand some parts. Thanks Great job

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

Yes Sonia, that is correct. you back piece should be bigger than the front because our back side should be bigger than our front side.

[@valeriehofmann2615]

I messed up and the relaxed waist is to small. How big should it be before putting in the elastic?

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

The waist band should be the same width as the waist of the pj's. You can decide how much "gathering" you want at the waist which will determine how much fabric is left for the elastic.

[@georgettesledge6079]

THANK you so much, now I can make my PJ'S THE RIGHT WAY. I HAVE ALWAYS CUT THE BACK TO EVEN IT TO MY FRONT PANTS NO WONDER THEY DIDN'T FIT ME RIGHT AT THE WAIST. AND THAT MIGHT HAVE SOMETHING TO DO WITH THE INSIDE ALWAS LOOKING LIKE IT'S PULLING , COULD THAT BE MY PROBLEM🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

Hi Georgette, it sounds like it could be. If the back crotch in too short, it will pull. Glad my video was helpful for you...Happy Sewing!

[@mjk6814]

Thank you! I thought I had done something wrong.

[@jennygeer1174]

I love you! I wish I had seen this a long time ago when I started sewing. I've always shied away from reproducing pants but now with your tricks, it's full steam ahead. You don't happen to live in Michigan, do you?

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

LOL Jenny...no..I don't live in Michigan...too cold! LOL. Thanks for the nice comment and I'm so happy that my video was helpful for you. Happy Sewing!

[@carolynlevant-lee8647]

How do I finish the raw edges if I don't have a serger?

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

You can zig zag the edges, use pinking shears to cut out your pjs, or you can roll edge the seams to finish off. Hope this helps...Happy Sewing!

[@carolynlevant-lee8647]

Thank you, will try while watching your video.

[@nicrico29]

❤❤ for some reason it won't let me LIKE the video

[@rebkatesfaldet5050]

❤❤❤

[@sandraedwards9489]

I followed your video and my pajamas are to small. Don't know what happened.

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

Did you make sure that your pattern was flat so as to make sure your were getting the right size of your pj's ? You have to make sure that you stretch your pJ's so that that they are wide enough to give you a good pattern.

[@elizabethannwest646]

Sorry for wrong spelling niler

[@NilerTaylor-relindesigns]

It's okay Elizabeth...technology...gotta love it!

[@bevreader1005]

Bev R