let's make trousers | sew with me

hello! today i show you the process of making the Tatjana Trousers by Just Patterns
Tatjana Trousers top pattern: just-patterns.com/shop/tatjan...
@just_patterns
@sewingtidbits
read more about my trials and tribulations with these pants on my instagram: @smlennox
i was listening to When No One is Watching by Alyssa Cole and watching Reign (lol)
my machines:
main machine: shrsl.com/32ibr
serger: shrsl.com/32ibv
some graphics by Lauren Payne www.freebeachgetaway.com
Music from the youtube music library
#stephtime

[@FloridaGrownAdventure]

This was so helpful for me to watched. It’s so helpful actually WATCHING people see and listening to them explain why they do what the do. So thank you!

[@stephtime]

aw, im so glad it was helpful!! :) thanks for watching, i hope you stick round!

[@stephtime]

thank you for watching! i would greatly appreciate you subscribing, liking this video or commenting below! plus, i would love to get to know you

[@georgias_portfolio]

They look so good! And good work for pushing through the mistakes! They turned out amazing!

[@stephtime]

thank you so much!! yeah these tested my patience but the final product made it worth it!!!

[@BENNNQ]

this is an elite sewing setup

[@missmatti]

I also made the Tatjana trousers earlier this year and they are so flattering - but I cannot imagine making them as my first trousers. I am so impressed with how well they turned out! 😍

[@stephtime]

yes, the designer did such a good job with the details and techniques. it was definitely overwhelming at times, but i learned so much!! thank you, also, love your channel!! new sub

[@missmatti]

@@stephtime Oh I bet! 😊 Even I learnt new things like that pocket construction I had never done before. And thank you for you kind words! Love your channel too! I was so happy to find it as I have been looking for fun new sewing channels 😊

[@xInfisphere]

THESE PANTS ARE MY IDEAL! Thank you for sharing your process ♥️

[@inMuro]

omygod but they look absolutely amazing. super professional : )

[@sleepyturtle2064]

OMG I love your cats!!! So beautiful and they obviously love to be around you!

[@stephtime]

hehe yes they are my pride and joy!!

[@mei6312]

Thank you so much. .This was so helpful for me. 🤍

[@Ayanatheprojector]

so well made and beautiful on you! super soothing to watch! :)

[@stephtime]

thank you!! :)

[@chronologie4]

Great job, please do more trousers. Maybe houndstooth. thank you.

[@Cestyoo]

I turned out amazing!!! Really! I just saw this pattern (as I was searching a trousers pattern to make me out) but i have to confess im really intimidated by doing a trousers because i still never had done one also. I'll think thru 😆

[@stephtime]

Thank you!! Yes trousers can be intimidating, but just take it step by step and you’ll be fine!!

[@Fun.ndz45]

Which fabric you used

[@Marijana0001]

i love your little furry helper :)

[@stephtime]

hehehe me too

[@janillehartley9221]

I love the AirPod case as a pattern weight 😂 the things I use are unbelievable 😂

[@stephtime]

hahahaha yes!! the best tool is the one you have, right??

[@sandreawhite7534]

I went to Home Depot and bought LARGE washers as pattern weights. I did not like the metal color so I spray painted them white. I’ve been using them for years. A fraction of the cost.

[@stephtime]

@@sandreawhite7534 so smart!!!

[@hannanordinaxelsson4760]

So nice!! I've been following your instagram for a while, but was so happy to find your channel here! Maybe it feels like the right format for sewing? Anyways, looking forward to your videos:)

[@stephtime]

Woohoo!! So glad you’re here!! It is definitely fun to share the process, thanks for following along! 🥰

[@macaelbowles9563]

Hi, love the video! I'm just wondering how many yards of fabric you ended up using?

[@andrewkennedy3859]

So awesome. I have so many work clothing that need repairs, i think i might be able to do it. Adult Swim Streams so cool as well. I got a speeding ticket in my Mitsubishi Mirage a couple of days ago. I hope Lauren is doing good, and Sally. I think about you guys all the time. I think soon you will have millions of subscribers and everything easily. This is so awesome.

[@stephtime]

aw, that is so kind andrew. i miss the streams as well, and of course all of the chatters. everyone is doing well

[@andrewkennedy3859]

@@stephtime yep, SMB probably one of my favorites, and Call of Karaoke Stream was very awesome, all the shows Assembly Line Yeah. Really awesome. :) I think i can hand sew some work clothes that need repairs. i might give that a try.

[@andrewkennedy3859]

@@stephtime im glad to hear my Lauren and Sally are doing good. My Mitsubishi Mirage is still a great car.

[@stephtime]

@@andrewkennedy3859 aw, im very glad to hear that, and you totally should. mending is awesome!

[@andrewkennedy3859]

@@stephtime one thing i do is put my clothes on clothes lines after washing them, works great outside in warm weather, also works in below freezing weather indoors, basement furnace room, i use indoors clothes drying during the summer for certain clothes, saves a lot of electricity, so much fun,

[@darwinsardon23]

What fabric did you use?

[@Mote.]

Have you ever made anything from hemp?

[@lmcdonald7036]

Hi, would you say it's a pattern easy enough for an advanced beginner?

[@stephtime]

I would say yes, just make sure to take it slow, you'll learn a lot! watch a video of how to make a welt pocket and you'll be good!!

[@WendySWelch]

I was hoping to get more of a visual example, but you were still very helpful. I'm thinking on not including the back pockets, they seen very difficult.

[@stephtime]

sorry for the late reply!! i intend to be a bit more in depth in the future. the welt pockets were definitely a challenge, but a great skill to learn! i have a welt pocket tutorial coming out in march!

[@jetstar7051]

How long did this take you to make ?!

[@stephtime]

Probably 8 hours total!

[@ajssproductions]

This is great! Do you think linen would be a suitable fabric for these kinds of pants?

[@stephtime]

Hey AJ! I think a mid-weight linen would be perfect!

[@ajssproductions]

@@stephtime Thanks for a fast answer! 🌻

[@happytofu5]

I am trying to do them right no, but I am not so sure about the fit. I cut a mockup in a size which fits me very loose at the waist (haven't done the darts yet), legs are ok, but when I try to sit cross legged, they pull in the crotch area, as if they are too tight there. Any idea how to fix that? Can it be that they are too loose and too tight at the same time?!

[@stephtime]

the darts do make a difference, and it can be! make sure you're choosing your size based on your waist and hip measurements. if you have a bigger waist to hip difference, you may need to grade between sizes to make them fit you properly. for example, i have a 25" waist and a 37" hip, so for my next pair, i will grade from a 36 in the waist to a 38 in the hips through the legs. hope this helps!

[@happytofu5]

@@stephtime thank you! I think measuring the hip is really the crucial part for me, since my waist is pretty small compared to it. I still have a lot to learn about measuring myself and the garment at the right times of the process.

[@stephtime]

@@happytofu5 that's what toiles are for! i've definitely been there before. :)

[@Wildmuffin9]

I've been wanting to learn how to alter some of my clothes that don't fit great. So like slimming down a shirt/sweatshirt that's a little too big for my body. Not sure if that's something you'd be interested in making a vid on lol

[@stephtime]

that's a great idea!! thanks for your suggestion :)

[@homemadebyemy7863]

Where did you get your fabric?

[@stephtime]

this i got free from someone on facebook marketplace, but i love buying fabric from Blackbird fabrics, Stone Mountain Fabrics and Minerva Fabrics!

[@url795]

hii! amazing job on these pants-- your channel is cool :) I feel like our channels have similar vibes, and we are both Steph. This is cool. I'll definitely be following along more :) Where in the world are you?

[@stephtime]

thank you steph!! great name for sure!! thanks for stopping by! I live in Atlanta, GA. How about you?

[@url795]

@@stephtime oh nice. I'm near Vancouver, Canada! :) Nice to cyber meet!

[@daniyasiddiqui8655]

What's the fabric name?

[@corinvalir7020]

What is the name of fabric?

[@innagammad4250]

Hi Ms. Steph... I want to order trousers from you. Please let me know how... I want to make it a business here in the Philippines..

[@madhavikgp2447]

How you cut u haven't showed a single patterns

[@sossanone672]

you very talented and like the final result. But girl ,i don't want to watch you working, i want a tutorial

[@stephtime]

Noted!

[@joerivanlooy6759]

always barefeet sewing darling

[@edemejaronyore5262]

You were too fast It was hard to get

[@iris89936]

I am having a really hard time following the instructions especially the front pockets. I don't think the instructions are that great

[@stephtime]

Bummer! What part is confusing you?

[@karimartancosantos9728]

what kind of fabric did you use?

[@stephtime]

I used what felt like a wool/poly blend. It was probably an 8oz weight!