I Finally Made Split Side Pants! (with

‪@AshLG‬ and I partnered up this week to brainstorm ideas for the long-awaited trouser version of the split side garment universe, and we both came up with some... interesting versions.
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[@lighthseskr]

Charlie. What is absolutely fabulous about your channel is that you don't get things perfect but you show how you worked, (or not) through it and then your discussion about how you think you could or how you did fix it. Because let's be honest, home sewing is always throwing curve balls and working them out with others or on your own is grand. It would be awful for me if everything was spot on and perfect on your channel, I probably wouldn't watch as much. Love you and your channel. ❤🎉

[@lifeofjoy9404]

You said ut perfectly!👍💪😁

[@BumblingBee-xm4dy]

Amen hallelujah I love that someone else l’s brain works like mine I feel like she’s a kindred spirit in how our minds process things

[@megmagruder7124]

Well said. I love that it’s a WIP and only becomes second nature like the pockets. Love 💕 the process. Also my job is the rework processes for Multi Family FHA underwriting. 😊

[@chaostiverdant6196]

Suggestion for making flowy fabrics easier to handle: starch them. When you want them to be flowy again just wash them.

[@GayCorvidae69]

How does starching work? Never seen that in my life before

[@chaostiverdant6196]

You can either buy a commercial starch spray, or dissolve corn starch in cold water. Soak your fabric, then iron. Depending on your water to starch ratio, and whether you spray or soak, your fabric will turn out more, or less, stiff. No flowy = no problem sewing. @@GayCorvidae69

[@karenbaily]

There are some videos you can find if you look for tips on sewing rayon. You can buy or make a liquid starch you soak the fabric in then let dry and iron. There are also some spray starches you iron on.

[@chaostiverdant6196]

Starching stiffens the fabric. No flow = no problem sew.@@GayCorvidae69

[@daxxydog5777]

Amen, I’m talking to you, georgette! Figured that one out pretty quickly. Also, spray starching keeps knits from rolling at the edges if you have one of those little %$f# that want to roll up an inch at edges when you accidentally pull on it. So annoying! I get my spray starch at any grocery or big box store in the US.

[@auroravezzoli5571]

Hi! I just wanted to let you know, I'm a fashion student, and your split side skirt videos have inspired me on my final exam project, and the fact that you now made trousers too is fantastic! I'm going to make a jumpsuit, so... Wish me luck 😅 Anyway, you are amazing and thank you for the incredible inspiration!

[@gettheetothestitchery]

Yaaaaaas make the jumpsuit so I don't have to, yay!!!

[@leahnichol6665]

I hope the jumpsuit works out. I cannot imagine how that will work for bathroom breaks.

[@daalelli]

When I was making a split side skirt for my daughter, she wanted a more fitted version that had double front slits. I learned to use the hip measurement (plus seam allowance) as the base measurement and then added darts to bring that in to make the waist measurement. That was a nightmare of math over a very short turn-around, but seeing her wear it really made up for it. Without your original split-sided skirt video, I wouldn't have had any idea where to begin. So, thank you for continuing to put your learning process up where others can see and learn and expound upon. You're the best. I appreciate your struggle and that you make it available and accessible.

[@DawnDavidson]

What a GREAT idea to use the wrapping paper for patterns! Good quality wrapping paper even has a helpful grid on the back. And it comes is really long rolls and is inexpensive, especially at the end of December every year. 😂 🤯

[@findingthatperfectspot4692]

I love the footage of you winding the tape measure around your bun while mentally doing the maths. Very funny. And those grey trousers... Wow.

[@ridiculouscuteness3]

I was having a crappy day and this definitely helped. This video combines my two current favourite sewing things: secret pants, and adjustable clothing.

[@ridiculouscuteness3]

also side note, sweaters being a textural issue is partly why I either wear a zip up hoodie, or even more preferably, a bathrobe as a house coat. No weird textures too close to my skin. Easy to wear open if too warm, not strangling me like pull-over hoodies. I can envision you making a fanciful house coat with pockets on the inside *and* outside. I want to make a wizard's cloak inspired house coat, but there's so many other (practical, boring) things higher on my to-make list.

[@ShakespeareDoomsday]

The pirate pants are the cutest! This has me thinking about making a faux lace-up for ease of getting the pants on and off. Perhaps a small separating zipper or some skirt hooks or giant snaps (whopper poppers) can allow for both adjustable lacing and ease of accessibility. That would definitely mean that sewing is a little bit more complicated, but I think that would make wearing so much easier.

[@amiestanton1108]

I just wanted to say a huge thank you for inspiring me to make my own split side dress! The pockets can hide a whole share size packet of m&ms in each! Your doing amazing and I love your content!

[@SilvanaTheNonCraftingCrafter]

Hi, I had a thunk (not a typo) about the upper part of the trousers not going quite as planned - try cutting them straight up from the hip (with enough ease factored in), then pleating towards the sides from the centre to take up the difference between hip & waist. You could stitch the pleats down a little way (2-3 inches) to keep them in check. I have learned that hips have 3 measurements. Top of bone (just under the waist), mid bone (where we bend) & lower (the widest bit). The one you'd want for these trousers would be the lower one + at least 2 inches ease + seam allowance. Hope this helps :)

[@jodiesaw]

Oh love that you're working with Ash! Fantastic!

[@k9kelly]

Just watching but tape measure around bun gave me so much joy. Also made me think of I Dream of Jeanie. 😂

[@RuailleBuaille]

Yes! She draped it so perfectly 😂 I think the fact the tape is a pale pink helped too.

[@therewillbecatswithgwenhwyfar]

30:19 wow those came out really great! I am laughing a little bit about your 8 yard of fabric on your Palazzo style pants but that is an amazing amount of floof! Your gray pants actually turned out really well for all the trouble they caused you! They make your backside look great and I love the lacing exposed on the front!

[@dawsie]

Loved the idea of the wire. To make it stable tape it to some cardboard and trim up to the wire this will also give you a space to write down the notes to remind you of the waistband hight to be taken from the leg panels. Plus the centre seam can be noted in place as well as any extra info required for the split side aspects. You can also make the note of where the widest part starts for the hips on the card board. Once done you now have fixed pattern helper for not only pants but also if you’re looking at making A-line skirts. Now I’m off to watch Ash’s version because I feel that between the both of you, the rest of us can take all the best points to be combined into the perfect pattern. Thanks Charlie ❤

[@karebear3152]

That third pair came out amazing!!! So freaking cute! The first pair look really nice too and seem great as secret formal pants. The second seems ok as well honestly. They look the most businesslike.

[@lanaeinkheart7597]

Yay so excited for these. One suggestion for the wire crotch thing. If it’s something you want to keep long term trace it onto a piece of cardboard. I’m so happy you made these. I want to do a version that look like baggy breaches. Now I just have to find the time. And fix the sewing machine. Thanks again

[@annieingram8323]

I know the grey ones aren't your favorite, but I love how they turned out. They look great on you!

[@MaryanneN_]

I agree!

[@samrivenburg]

All 3 of these are perfect! The purple ones look like they are going to a fancy place, the second ones look like you're going to the office and look so personal. And the third ones are for hanging out and gardening! I love them all ❤ you inspire me to make my own clothes!

[@jilltremblay4528]

Charlie I just adore watching your videos so much! I especially liked the part where you were wrapping the measuring tape around your head, that was hysterical!!!! Please never stop being you!!!!!!!!!!!

[@sandyruffin4520]

I love your videos because I am a similar sewist, and have never felt so seen as watching you wrapping the tape measure around your bun. You are a joy!

[@AshHeilbron]

Hi there! A tip that may work for the gray pants junction in the back is something that I did for a skirt. I sew a strip of wide elastic (like an inch wide) and added a button to it. Then I created different button holes on the waist band so it was stretchy but still adjustable! It works really well and it keeps being elastic while also adjustable (and pretty easy to put on, too). Wonderful video as always!!

[@jomercer21113]

I use the elastic with the spaced buttonholes in it for this purpose.

[@merriehightower1481]

I would like to see you try the fitted pants again sometime. Now that you know that it’s the hip measurement and placement that was the problem they did look good after you added all that extra so I would suggest try taking a pattern off those pants and add more at the hip like you did on the shorter pants. I think they’ll look great, when you’re ready. I love watching you discover new ways of doing things.

[@meatshieldmaiden707]

I'd love to see this too! I really adored the look of the grey one and might want to attempt a pair myself. I just need to wrap my head around what the steps where in the video. xD

[@maryjohnson9337]

The third pair looks so comfy and practical!!

[@idontneedachannelthanksyou7292]

I love how you talk to your dog. Warms my heart. So much love and sweetness. It’s how I talk to my cat, and is nice to know other people do that too!

[@katmusswoodwind]

Also that wire idea is BRILLIANT - definitely gonna try that!

[@melissahutton2354]

Just when I think you can’t possibly come up with another variation, you go and do something like this…..and completely redeem yourself! 😂 I love it!

[@LaineyBug2020]

Pink- Dress, Grey- Business, Patch- Casual. You slay in the gray pair, BTW! I liked all of them, but you were a total Boss Babe in the grey!

[@stefflcus]

These are all so great, even if the first two have issues. They still look amazing! And the third pair!! I covet. I love that you DID show us so much of the process, and it always makes my Friday to watch your videos. I'm sorry you have a bit of performance anxiety about it! I do love the knowledge you drop and the learning process, but that's not why I'm here. The entertainment and inspiration are the magic ingredients.

[@robintheparttimesewer6798]

Well that was fun! I was pleasantly surprised to see you on Ash's channel. I started there then came over here to see what you did. I'm really hoping that you two will be able to show others designs. This is my only social media and trying to get my kids to follow you would be hard! The only other thing is that toward a pant in the 90's that sort of were adjustable. They had a triangle of fabric on the sides of the pants that had Velcro that attached to the centre front. No idea what they were called and there were no pockets I really like all of the variety in how you both went about this. They all look great!

[@mishaday7659]

I adore the look of the patchy pirate pants! (Third time's a charm?)

[@AuntNutmeg]

Fabulous! The two women whose videos I watched to make my first split-side skirt are collabing!

[@atelieralumine]

As an attempt to level up my pattern-making skills I think I pulled the ultimate lever : I became a professional pattern-maker. It works great. But now I feel compelled to do three prototypes for every project! So it's very liberating to watch your free-handed process! Thank you! Also an anecdote: the first year I started to sew I was 12, and for my very first project I decided to draft a dress myself. It was okay save for the fact that I forgot to add a hole for the head!! I've come a long way hahaha

[@deborahhawe4432]

I love watching you so much! You Crack me up. I've been sewing since I was about 12, so 50 years! I originally learned on my grandmother's treadle machine -which I still have. I've never been brave enough to try designing my own items but you are inspiring me. Thank you 🤗🙏💖

[@mizboom]

I think the problem you’re running into is ease. You have none in your pattern. That works with stretchy knit fabrics like you usually use, but not with woven. But otherwise great construction ideas!

[@Twilightwitchery]

Super fun! I really like each of them. And I love how you go over the pros and cons and practicality or lack there of lol

[@lindadavis3728]

I love this channel, it is so entertaining, unfortunate probably not so much for the one who is doing the demo, but her personality is so cute and humerous you have to continue to the end to see the completed projects. All three pant styles looked great on her but it wasn't about the look it was all about the fit so she addressed that which was important. How many of us go through cutting out a pattern and not having fit comfortable. Our once anticipated excitment turns in to - Oh No what have I done, but I love how she smiled and added alittle bit fabric where needed and in doing so made it very fashionable, the grey pants really looked good on her. Enjoyed her personality and will smile next time I come up with "Oh no what have I done" moment. I hope and cross my fingers it won't be a reoccuring incident.

[@quaryn]

Also: totally relate about the sensory issues re: sweaters! I recommend putting on a long sleeved t-shirt or turtleneck underneath.

[@samiday6486]

There is no creator on all of KZbin or social media in general that I identify with more than you 😂 I love how down to earth you are. I wish more creators were like you 💕

[@leaf2576]

Such a cool collaboration between two of my favorite SewTubers! I avoid saying "croch" so much by saying "inseam" instead lol.

[@emileelynch8693]

The gray pants are definitely my favorite.

[@tracylamb903]

They make tape measures that are bendable and hold its shape. I have one.

[@Drgn8DDragonsDungeon]

Cross section? Nah... CROTCH-section!... Maybe.... 😂

[@megmagruder7124]

LOL

[@maxinebracey9176]

I liked the grey trousers the best - despite the mistakes. Thanks xx

[@HealthyDisrespectforAuthority]

That middle of the front to middle of the back measurement can also be called the rise, interchangeably with crotch. I really like that third fabric.. patchwork is kind of my love language

[@shell91]

I love them, especially the knee length ones. They look so comfortable

[@purpunknat]

I'm 9 minutes in and I cannot handle how excited I am about these pants. omg omg there are belt loops. Should I be grading rn? Yes. Am I making sewing plans instead? Also YES.

[@JamieLuv2u]

So, if you want to take this to the next level. Search "infinity jumpsuit" or infinity dress. Basically, make the "sash" extra long and wide, and then the sash becomes your shirt, or shirt accessories in 10 different ways. That is my goal. With the super floofy legs

[@lonnielove8452]

The jogger is so cute!!! I must replicate!!

[@auntnessy7340]

Nice work as always. I am impressed with your ingenuity. I have a bendable ruler that helps with what you did. I got it on line.

[@bridoesthings]

for the little gap on the side you could use a hook and eye or something similar to avoid it

[@tigrefuego3916]

You are my favorite sewing KZbinr!!!❤❤❤❤❤

[@BookCat18]

So excited 🎉🎉😂 fancy pants time! Love the cross over with Ash LG as well.

[@jjmetrejhon1743]

Okay, I love all of these, but the grey ones are so sophisticated!? Like.....I'm fairly new to sewing and I haven't been all too successful in what I've made (they look good, they feel terrible) but those trousers are *so* classy. I can't decide if I want to put the big flowy ones first on my list or the sophisticated ones!

[@leahnichol6665]

I am so impressed with the fit you got using the wire! Now I want to try that. Pants are complicated - forgetting the hip measurement is pretty easy to do when there is so much else going on.

[@corneleggberry4167]

I love your way of failing forward.

[@tmcaleer50]

I remember wrap pants from the late 60’s-early 70’s and there is also the Thai fisherman pants. There is a lot of fabric to these pants but they have a loose airy feel about them. With the closure at the front you have side gaps and visual open long fabric line facing the front, with width and volume added to the hips. I think making the closure at the back might solve some of what makes be shy away from this style. This is more difficult to deal with and possibly uncomfortable when sitting back against a tie. The old style wrap around skirts had a slit in the top of the skirt trim whereby you could slide the tie through it and tie it together in the front. Placing 2 of this type slit on each side along with some belt loops to keep it in place might be the ticket for me to try to achieve fabric flaps back.

[@apcolleen]

Agghhhh! I'm so glad you found each other. I watch you both for similar reasons

[@juliemac5604]

The ones my grandmother made in the 70's had elastic in the back waist, with 2 hook and eyes (that hook at the belly button). Then the front ties around the back with very long and lovely ties.

[@LibbyGrindell]

I came here from Ash's video and I think I've watched all the split side videos now, I love how you explain things! Just trying to decide which fabric to use for my first split side project 😁

[@lucie4185]

Yay 2 of my favourite creators collaborating on a project I am also trying. Mine are currently wraparounds and I have the same issue with the sides not meeting, good to see how others have approached it!

[@karpcosplay2616]

So glad you did this! I've been thinking about making split side pants for an upcoming project, and it's really nice to have a reference point/to consider when I do! I appreciate your channel a ton!

[@ginarosemontarano2784]

So cool to see you working together! I was first introduced to the split side skirt by ash then ended up on your channel because of the recommendations under that video

[@DawnDavidson]

The berry colored ones are gorgeous, elegant, and swoosh. The grey ones are classy and professional, and they actually fit you quite well. The patchwork ones are cute and adorable, and you need to record something in them with your dog, like a live version of The Fool card in the Tarot. 😂

[@stineandscott]

Have to say even with all the issues of the gray one, the gray ones are my favorite 😍

[@KathleenStidham]

❤ love this collaboration with AshLG - they’re one of my other favorite youtubers; I think it’s the experimentation and honest exploration of methods and styles. MORE!

[@mariannerady1137]

fabulous to see your process. Patterns are so intimidating to begin with and then you have to alter to fit you. Understandign that you can do quite a few things yourself with a bit of trial and error is very valuable and encourraging. Thanks so much!

[@siancropper705]

I made a pair of the wrap pants that are popular a few years ago and they ALWAYS fell open when seated at work. I DEFINITELY want to now convert them to this style!

[@poetmaggie1]

your more open and free thinking has been a great help to getting me out of the box and into being a bit more flexible with how I sew.

[@dyerswoad7088]

Not a collaboration I had expected but I love it! Love both your channels and your way of goinga about sewing and experimenting 🥰 All the pants look great but I think the pirate ones are my favourite... 🤔 Now I also want to make pants 😁

[@trinity6diversia]

I love this! I can sew square things, but making clothes scares me. I'm definitely going to try to make some pants though, the pink ones seem flowy enough that if it's not perfect, it'll probably be fine.

[@jilltremblay4528]

Charlie, please get a dress form, it would have prevented the problem with the fit on the gray pair. Again, I just love you!!!! You are so naturally funny and fun! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@emh.1178]

Or sew one- I used a pattern from bootstrap fashion and it turned out great!:D

[@Zicwai]

I actually made some split pants after seeing your skirt video and the choice I made was to have the back pocket panel sew into the back waist band -- tie the back waist band first using something slim/unnoticeable-- and then the front pocket panel, while connect to the front pants outseam, was not connected to the front waist band, so free floating essentially. Meaning -- it's borderline impossible to have to have skin slippage within the "split", with the caveat it's adjustability comes from the width of the free floating front pocket panel.

[@carrollnabors4846]

Excellent as usual!! You are such a fun person and very entertaining. Thanks for the fun and lessons. Have a blessed weekend.

[@Elizabeth-Rivera]

I love your video's style. You're amazing and a breath of fresh air when it comes to presenting a real seamstress mess, mistakes, and all. So, thank you. Sasha Starlight has an amazing video for adjustable palazzo pants, they're lovely, maybe you could try that pattern instead of the split. I'm not a fan of the split anything lol.

[@jlammetje]

Those grey ones are so pretty! I've been looking for well-fitting shorts that are longer than my butt for YEARS and today I decided I should maybe just make some myself. I have little experience, but wrap-around/split side feels achievable 🙂

[@mercywalschek2695]

I have been watching a lot of videos on skirts. I am so loving the adjustable side split skirts and want to try making one. But, then I saw this video. As I'm watching and day dreaming about my own pair, I realized that I probably wouldn't get to something like this until October or November. I live in Southern Nevada and it's already hot here. Then I thought, "what about this style only as shorts?" Oh the possibilities are almost endless.

[@maxinedurling3425]

I liked the second pare and love the patch work on the third pare

[@apriljodoin9643]

Medieval super hero pants. I real like the patchwork knicker.🎉

[@AWDTerry]

Fun video! They turned out great! Please tell us about the carousel horse! 🎠

[@dragonchild569]

rolled up tinfoil works for the "Cross seam" (the technical term for the crotch line thing) as well as pipe cleaners, or wire, or those flexible ruler things (if they are long enough). Love this video! I've been working on a "hidden pants" style adjustable waist thing of my own so it was really fun to see what you both came up with! I love listening and watching your videos while I'm working on my own projects, and I love that you're NOT perfect, and it makes it much easier to accept my own mistakes and missteps.

[@TheMischiefmanaged]

Fun classy and fashionable styles who knew but you make it look so easy

[@sonjanordahl3158]

Love the pirate paints.

[@katmusswoodwind]

Honestly i couldn't see the issues with the 2nd pair. The 3rd pair of pants are GORGEOUS!

[@alexiahatch9708]

I love watching you figure things out then explain how you got there. I get to learn with you then try it out!

[@starrytraveller]

Im so glad i found your channel! You have the same approach for sewing that i do for knitting and crochet! For some unknown reason tho I was never able to apply it to my sewing. Like no matter what i did i could not be precises enough. I think i had just never seen an example that wasnt super perfect. But like of course! Sewing is art! of course it can be approached from different angles! So thank you thank you thank you for showing me! I've wanted to make pirate-y pants for years but i could never find a pattern that fit all my criteria. Im definitely going to give this a try soon!

[@SherBear88]

The last pair of the pants you did with the cuffs ….OMG so cute love them and I absolutely love love love that fabric. Where did you get that?!!!

[@niccyknickers]

oh i love Ash and so glad you did a collab!!! ❤

[@elizabethjehnzen]

Sasha starlight has a really good video on this. The waist band uses a drawstring and elastic.

[@charitycellist]

the gray pair of pants is like… one of the big reasons i watched this video😂 i need work pants lol… i love your videos so much! i definitely should binge watch a bunch of your videos now lol

[@nonyabizness956]

That third pair of pants is fantastic. It gives big hobbit vibes and I love it 🙏 Hope you tackle this again and let us see your more refined process 😁

[@haleyhoudini]

Ahhh 2 of my favorite creators collaborating! ❤

[@noodlefeather]

I am IN LOVE with that third pair!! might make some to match my pirate shirt!

[@naomimarker451]

Loved the music during the outfit reveal.

[@maggierobertson2962]

I made a pair in dark blue linen and they are mr FAVORITE pants. I plan to make several more.

[@heatherbeane3234]

I love all 3, my favorites are the 1st one and the second one

[@anafbraz]

You did a great job on all three…but the third one! Ohh that style, the fabric…it’s perfect!😍

[@stillhuntre55]

Just watched AshLG's video! Love this concept - gonna work on this myself. As someone in retail, I'm always going to the washroom in public toilets - so my trousers being a pile of fabric on a disgusting floor is a problem I need to crack! That said - I like longer tunics and I NEVER show my trouser waistband. My tops are always untucked and flowy, or I tuck in and wear a waistcoat which covers my waistband. But pockets are a must.....

[@gravic48]

Loving the collab with two lovely people x

[@Ella-LouiseRuffles]

The grey pair are my favourite out of the 3 you made.

[@rachelglennie5667]

So glad I found your channel through this collab! ✨