How to Sew an Exposed Elastic Waistband

Skip the casing and sew on wide elastic for an exposed elastic waistband. This technique will come in handy for sewing boxers and skirts.
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[@hotpink927]

Thanks this will help me restyle some dresses I got from the thrift store where the bottom half fits but not the top, so I’m gonna cut them in half and put a band on the top of the skirt portion!😊

[@kyddoemiko100]

Thank you for the information. I love that edges were actually turned in and it was a very clean looking finish. Great video 😁

[@FontrellaCole]

I love this method. I was making my maxi skirts with this type of band but wanted it to look neat. will do this one on the next one I do. thanks again.

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[@chilipeprsandi]

Thank you for this Awesome video! I took the waistband off my jeans and added a very wide elastic using your skill and the pant is fits perfect!

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Wow, tricks of the trade! Glad I found you. I have an expensive pair of Nike sports underwear that had elastic that stretched badly over time. Now you gave me the missing way to attach replacement elastic so I can get more use out of this garment. Thanks! Great tutorial.

[@amajor6317]

Great tutorial! Easy, clean and effective method...I love to wear my winter thermo leggings again! Waistline was to low but now they are perfect ✂️💎

[@sassysizzlingsister]

Thanks for explaining & showing all the steps to putting on premade elastic waistband! I have watched a lot trying to find video where they are using the pre-made elastic. You do a great job of showing the different steps of the sewing part & that’s great for me❣️❣️👏👏👏

[@ProfessorPincushion]

Glad it was helpful! :)

[@annabuther923]

What a great idea. Made my first pants using your technique. Easy Peasy. Thanks. I plan on doing this technique from now on. Thanks again👍

[@levoldunom]

I just finished a dress with an elastic waist and I used this method. Thank you for your lessons

[@saundrarenwick5968]

Brilliant, great tutorial I now know perfectly how this is done. Thank you

[@absterama]

I just upcycled a (once favorite) exercise tights and they look better without the bulk! I had to remove the elastic that deteriorated badly (which took longer than the actual sewing) and replaced it with a soft, 2" wide elastic that is even comfier than the previous thin elastic that dug on my waist, plus I didn't have to rebuild or add a waistband. Win! Win! Thank you for this super valuable tutorial--I can look for more bottoms to upcycle :)

[@chilipeprsandi]

I have used your method twice and love it! Thank you 💥💃🏻

[@MileyonDisney]

I sewed a pair of pants like this a few years ago and just guessed at how to attach the elastic. Wish I would have had this video back then. I've been following you for a long time now. You've shared so many great sewing tips and ideas! There's a wonderful variety that would include something for everyone and every project. Can't thank you enough for all of these videos. You have definitely helped me to improve my sewing and given me many ideas for new projects. So nice to see you have some awesome sponsors. I wish you continued success and hope you get back at least as much as you give. Thank you!

[@ProfessorPincushion]

Thank you so much! It's so nice to hear that our videos are appreciated. I'm glad to hear that your sewing is improving and I know you'll just get better and better :)

[@katrinabrown6749]

Great and easy to follow tutorial. Thank you. I am confident I can do this.

[@susanwatford629]

You just saved me a lot of tears! Thank you! I'm a novice sewer and needed to attach elastic to my daughter's circle skirt. I watched this a couple times and I did it! =D

[@ProfessorPincushion]

yay! I'm so glad it worked out for you :)

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Oh I really like this! Thank you! Just what I was looking for. I've been following you for a long time.

[@drawnfrommotherhood7539]

great video, thanks. My skirt is lined....a bit more complicated but both layers are very thin so i hope this technique will work.

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This tutorial was just what i needed. Thanks! Nice an easy to follow too.

[@nicolepannullo5754]

This was a well explained, informative video. Thank you very much!

[@RoseOriginals]

Looks so much neater than having the elastic in a casing! Thanks for a great tutorial!

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[@juliannaelise8977]

Thank you for this tutorial!! I've made several skirts using this and they've all turned out great!😊

[@ProfessorPincushion]

yay! I'm so glad to hear that it worked out for you :D

[@Dibdib35]

Great technique different to my usual way. Thank you Tova.

[@yourpathtothebestemotional4226]

Really like this technique. I was having trouble making everything neat and catching all the fabric.

[@caroljpenn46]

I tried your method and i liked it. Thank you for posting😊

[@thehapagirl92]

I totally forgot I saved this video! I found some beautiful 1” neon pink elastic with lace on it that I wanted to sew as exposed elastic to peasant sleeves I made and couldn’t find a good KZbin video, until I was looking through my sewing playlist and found this one! Thank goodness I did. Your tips are a lifesaver! Thanks :)

[@ProfessorPincushion]

I'm so glad you found me again :)

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Just what I was looking for. Thank You! Great tutorial

[@annabuther923]

this was the best tip ever. I already did it and it was easy. Thanks so much 👍

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Thank you, this is exactly the tutorial I was looking for!!

[@TheSunlitLeaf]

I knew I was doing something wrong! Thank you so much :D The next skirt I make for my daughter will be much less scratchy. :D

[@Wanwa01]

Thank you, thank you, thank you!! Perfect explanation, made it so easy, and the end result is just what I was after. 👍🏾

[@ProfessorPincushion]

nice! I'm so glad it worked out for you :)

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[@ProfessorPincushion]

you can do it! :D

[@Wanwa01]

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Thankyou so much for sharing this. I tried this after and found it very helpfull.

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[@RoNoLabel]

You explained this well. Thank you

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Amazing! And really looks good!!✨

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Omg this is so easy I love the idea,I must try this thank you

[@Rya_B]

I can't wait to try this! Thanks

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[@leggingsarepants3175]

Thank you!! Will definitely be trying this when I make my first maxi skirts.

[@ProfessorPincushion]

yay, glad you like this technique :)

[@marilynmetz226]

When joining the ends of the elastic, you can butt them together and do a zigzag stitch to reduce bulk~

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Great work

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[@azalanrahamat]

Yeay, I finally made it! Thanks for the video👍

[@philandjamicovone]

I've just discovered your videos! I just completed a skirt with an exposed elastic waistband, and it was so easy b/c of your clear instructions! After many years away from the sewing machine, and loaning it to someone and never getting it back, I have just purchased a new simple sewing machine and loving it! Years ago, I only made simple skirts and dresses, and a few home items, but nothing advanced. Recently, when searching for tutorials for help, I found you! Thanks so much for being a good teacher, having quality videos that I can see and understand, and for making a level of help for free!! Now, do you have any tutorials for making doorstops from fabric? I've found several online, but the instructions are not clear for me. Thanks again!!

[@ProfessorPincushion]

I'm so glad you're enjoying our tutorials! :) Sorry, we don't have any doorstop tutorials yet but maybe someday.

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[@rosebarrette6292]

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[@bozenamissoni2993]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. Is it necessary to use needle for strech fabrics or will the regular one do the job

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[@suyung58]

Love the finished affect but i Just bought a size 3 times to large skirt as it was brand new with original labels on it but to big around elasticated waist so if i bought a coloured elastic could i do the same method but gather the original waist to fit proper size elastic to fit my waist and presume you can buy the coloured elastics on ebay?

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