Let's Sew Easy Beginner Pants

[@janirabrannigan]

Thank you for the yoga waistband. I want to convert all my elastic pants now.

[@FarrellFocus]

@@janirabrannigan You will love it!!

[@jimmie200]

I love these pants. A girl can sew five pair of these, different patterns and colors and mix and match them with solid color tops for a beautiful wardrobe. Great tutorial.

[@FarrellFocus]

Yes! Definitely a staple. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@jessicarosenhoover1945]

Clear and easy to follow! Thanks for adding in the bits about what can go wrong and how to fix it!

[@FarrellFocus]

@@jessicarosenhoover1945 Thank you Jessica. 🩵

[@nancynewman6592]

Best part for me ..Stretch it and WALK YOUR FINGERS IN Thank you !! :)

[@FarrellFocus]

Lol. Works for me! 😂😂😂. You are so welcome ❤❤

[@SamL5-12e]

This was a excellent sewing tutorial. You must do more this year. You are a great instructor and I love these pants 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@FarrellFocus]

Thank you so much for the encouragement! I really appreciate it. ❤️❤️❤️

[@ghilly_one1720]

i have that exact pattern and never sewed it because of the elastic waist. thanks for showing how you converted these to a yoga waistband. ♥

[@gayleenblewitt3875]

Your a life saver as lost my instructions then found you 😁😁😁.

[@FarrellFocus]

@@gayleenblewitt3875 Yay!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@1RealRoyalPain]

This is the best sewing tutorial I have ever watched. Thank you for taking the intimidation Terror of sewing. ❤❤❤

[@ZeldaSews]

Hi Stephanie! Nice pair of pants! Have an awesome week!

[@HeatherFitzmaurice]

They look amazing love them

[@FarrellFocus]

@@HeatherFitzmaurice Thank you Heather🩵

[@SuperBettyboop23]

Love the change you did to the waist line and love it looks very comfortable🧵🧵🪡✂️

[@FarrellFocus]

Thank you!

[@CherylPollock-fl4zj]

Thank you ! I❤❤❤

[@FarrellFocus]

You're welcome 😊

[@Higherseeker]

They look really nice thank you for posting

[@FarrellFocus]

@@Higherseeker 🩵

[@susanc.3369]

Thank you, Stephanie. I enjoyed your video. You are a great teacher! I love the yoga waistband! ❤

[@FarrellFocus]

Yay! Thank you!

[@lynetterene]

Hi there ...I found you tonight, January 17, 2023, just as I was completing a tote bag. I really enjoy your tutorial and look forward to more

[@FarrellFocus]

Wonderful!

[@doloresw]

Ive not see anyone show how to match and ease in the waste band for the yoga waste band like that but im definitely using that tip! Thanks

[@FarrellFocus]

@@doloresw you will love it Dolores!!❤️

[@lynnshepard7485]

Thanks for the bonus yoga waistband tutorial, Stephanie! I do love that style. 😘

[@FarrellFocus]

Thanks Lynn! ❤

[@geminigem599]

Very cool, n thx for sharing.😊

[@FarrellFocus]

Thank you! ❤

[@SarahSilva-fk7wr]

This was very clear and helpful. I'm gonna try the yoga waistband, great idea to get rid of the scrunchiness of an elastic waistband. 🤗

[@FarrellFocus]

I’m so glad. I think you will love it! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@robynlaszlo6128]

Thank you for a great sew a long I'm going try the yoga waistband looks fabulous

[@FarrellFocus]

You will love it Robyn! ❤❤

[@beverlyaskew1898]

I am so glad that I ran across your video for these pants. I'm in the process of making a pair of knit pants with an elastic waist but since I watched your video I'm going to put a yoga waist on them. I'm in love with your idea and I plan on using it for all of my pants! Like you I have a thick waist line and have a belly and I love being comfortable in my pants so this is going to work just fine for me! Thank you so much and I look forward to watching more of your videos!🙂🥰👍

[@FarrellFocus]

Hi Beverly, you are going to love it!! It’s great on skirts too!! So comfy and looks much nicer than a too tight waist band. ❤️❤️❤️

[@Sally-ih6ls]

I love that you read the pattern before you ew, helps us newbies, thank you…no one’s ever done that that I’ve seen on youtube

[@FarrellFocus]

Thanks Sally! ❤

[@michellem3899]

I love how you talk about fixing the pattern for any changes before you put it away. I need to get much better at that. What a pain if you forget to fix the pattern and the. Make the garment again.

[@FarrellFocus]

Yes!! Been there done that!! You can’t have too many notes. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@kellyfernando8499]

Hi Stephanie, I was searching for a sewing video to watch and happened upon this one. I watched because I fell in love with and bought the same fabric as your top in the video. I figured we're kindred spirits. :-) Love the yoga band instead of elastic option for the pants.

[@FarrellFocus]

Hi Kelly, sorry I missed seeing this comment! Thanks for watching ❤

[@MickeyJones-d8k]

You are a joy!!! Loved this tutorial. Thank you

[@sarahodonnell6957]

Brilliant Thank You. 🙏❤️💙💜

[@FarrellFocus]

Thank you!❤

[@saleenahaffenden8292]

They are nice pants,,, and they look easy too. I have that pattern in my stash for years,, i must get it out. TY for showing the yoga band too:)

[@FarrellFocus]

You are so welcome! ❤

[@kathleenkolb3316]

This was such a great instructional video, you are such a fun teacher. I now have to watch your yoga waistband video as I too have a large waist. Just to make you laugh in grade school the belt on my uniform was always tight where the other girls had to pin theirs. Things have never changed! You are such a joy to watch and love your chats! Happy Sewing!

[@FarrellFocus]

Lol. I can relate!!! ❤❤❤

[@normacooper6377]

🙌Thanks for sharing your two, really three makes & the yoga waistband hack. Might just give it a try myself.😉

[@FarrellFocus]

You will love it! So comfy and pretty too!❤❤❤

[@bmccarley6539]

Thank you Stephanie I have the pattern I’m going to try this You are a very good teacher!!!!! 💕

[@FarrellFocus]

Thank you so much❤❤❤

[@goldendust1029]

Thanks for explaining the pick a knit rule. When I went to Joann's the other day to get fabric the employees had no idea what that was!

[@FarrellFocus]

Lol. It seems so simple, unless you’ve never seen it. 🤪🤣👏🏻👏🏻

[@petro3441]

Love the pants. Thankyou for clear demonstration❤❤

[@FarrellFocus]

Thank you!

[@IMOO1896]

I’ve not watched you before, this just came up on my recommendations, and I’m so glad I watched. I’ve been sewing for years, but not pants because of an unfounded fear of not getting the correct size. The yogawaist hint made my decision.

[@FarrellFocus]

You will love it! Comfy and pretty! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@ZeldaSews]

I love easy projects. I struggle with going through instructions. I don't wear pants, but I do like seeing how they are made because I will make a pair of pajama pants, but no pants to wear outside of the home.😅

[@FarrellFocus]

Lol. I don’t make a lot of pants either, so this was fun. And so easy!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@joannapocock6055]

Thank you so much for the tutorial you make it so easy to understand the pattern!

[@FarrellFocus]

Thank you Joanna❤❤❤

[@kris99596]

I do the double pin thing too! A tip I saw somewhere else (I forget where now) was to serge the bottom of the pant (or top) and then turn it up and hem, instead of folding it in. It gives a finished edge so your hem is flatter. I really like the way the second pair fits, but they both look great! See you Friday!

[@FarrellFocus]

Great tip Kris! Thanks! ❤❤❤

[@daraharper2003]

Thank you Stepanie. Your instructions are great! Happy Sewing!

[@FarrellFocus]

Thanks Dara!❤

[@jeaniec891]

You don’t really have to turn in the 1/4” on the hem for knit fabric. Sometime it is too bulky.

[@FarrellFocus]

That’s good advice!! ❤❤❤

[@dianaevans9255]

I really loved your tutorial. You did a great job. I am a never sewer clothing gal. This has made me not scared to try this make. Thank you. Thank you will be definitely be following you

[@FarrellFocus]

Hi Diane, they really are simple . Good luck and let me know!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@maureenleclair8773]

Great job, Stephanie, 'They fit you beautifully. ❤

[@FarrellFocus]

Thank you Maureen! ❤

[@helenharding1397]

Thanks for an excellent demonstration on these pants. Already have this pattern in my stash,and made a skirt for my daughter .

[@FarrellFocus]

You are so welcome!

[@Carmen96029]

Great tutorial Stephanie 🙌 look forward to trying the pants pattern as well as the yoga waistband 👍

[@FarrellFocus]

Thanks Carmen!❤

[@susannehughes3227]

Great video!!..

[@FarrellFocus]

Thanks!

[@bonniemurphy1057]

Hello Stehanie .....I just found your wonderful site and really enjoy your clear way of instructing. I look forward to coming back to it again and again.🎉🎉🎉

[@FarrellFocus]

Thank you so much Bonnie! ❤❤❤

[@dckroyer4451]

Can't wait to try making yoga waist pants...especially the yoga waist! Well done; so glad you made this video! Mavis

[@FarrellFocus]

Thank you Mavis!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@Silver_Threads_Sewing]

Awesome tutorial. Thank you so much Stephanie.I am planning to try the yoga waistband…. I hate the bulk from elastic. ❤

[@FarrellFocus]

I think you will love it! ❤

[@cindy7702]

Thanks Stephanie.. that will be a big help with the yoga waist band.. I think both pr look great.. have a great day.. "See" you on Friday Love your chats

[@FarrellFocus]

Thanks Cindy! ❤❤❤

[@sandimcp]

Hi Stephanie. I love, love, love this video. I'm so glad that it came up in my feed. So many tips, and practical guidance and advice. Wow. I am a newbie sewist from Kingston, Jamaica. (Hi! 👋) This was actually the very first pattern that I bought and then I was so intimidated by the whole thing that I haven't made anything from it ... yet. Watching this, I am so encouraged. I think my fear was rooted in using the stretchy fabrics but this gives me real hope. Now I'm definitely going to try it. Thank you so much for sharing this video. I appreciate it and I love your wonderful spirit which just shines through. And now I am your newest subscriber! Thanks, Stephanie. 🙂

[@FarrellFocus]

@@sandimcp Hi Sandi, you will want to make them over and over!! Good luck!

[@janegilson1886]

Thanks for sharing how you do a yoga waistband! I'm definitely going to try this!!

[@FarrellFocus]

You will love it! ❤

[@DianeBianchi_MnWx]

Great tutorial! Thanks for making it.

[@FarrellFocus]

Thanks Diane! ❤

[@andreayucis2008]

Thank you! Love how you add the yoga waistband! Definitely making pants in the next day or two with this hack!! 💕💕

[@FarrellFocus]

Thanks Andrea! ❤

[@cindywinkler4172]

I love your channel ❤

[@beverlyosborn5240]

Happy to have found you. Thanks ❤🧵🧵🧵

[@FarrellFocus]

Thank you Beverly! ❤️

[@lindathompson5420]

Great video! I’ve always wondered if I also needed elastic in the yoga waistband. Thank you!!!!!

[@FarrellFocus]

Thanks Linda! You won’t need it. If it’s too loose, just make it a little smaller. Hugs ❤❤❤

[@NewsfromtheGrove]

Thank you for the info on the yoga waist band. Great job!

[@FarrellFocus]

Thanks! 🥰

[@rhondacaruso5871]

I can so relate to your sizing with your waist. I have the very same situation and I range from a size 20 top to a 24/26 waist. I had to learn some pattern alteration techniques and its been tricky to figure that out. I’ve had better results when making tops but I’ve been hesitant to try pants because that’s a whole different situation. Thank you for this video and a pattern with some real potential.

[@FarrellFocus]

That’s why we sew right? Customizing for real bodies! ❤❤❤

[@tamarakarlin2758]

Very helpful video that can be used for any similar pants pattern, thank you Stephanie! I have a yoga waist pattern piece from a pair of leggings I love & will use that. These both look great on you & look so comfy!

[@FarrellFocus]

Thanks Tamara! ❤

[@nadinamedlin3432]

I already have this pattern. Thanks!

[@FarrellFocus]

Yay! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@pinkysfarm461]

Stephanie this was sooo good and helpful. I am a long time sewist but still got alot of great info and enjoyed watching the process!!! Thst was awesome!

[@FarrellFocus]

Thanks Trish!! ❤

[@royajahani1]

Ty ty ty Stephanie!! I love how easily you explained it to us. Omg I know it's not easy making these videos but are greatly appreciated!! I would love to see the shirt video if you ever plan on making it ❤😅

[@FarrellFocus]

Thank you so much!! ❤

[@Shan-2024]

Hi, I just fount your channel and this video was so great the step by step and follow along was so easy, I love the hang out and sew concept ❤ your character is so unique 😊, brilliant teaching so thank you, definetly subscribing

[@FarrellFocus]

Hi I Shan, Thank you so much! And welcome!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@ZeldaSews]

I'm a little larger than you. I'm a rectangle 😅😅😅 bust 48, waist 49, hips 49.5. I am watching. I'm looking forward to seeing the bonus pants!😅

[@FarrellFocus]

This is why I love stretchy fabrics. So much easier to get a comfy fit! This year I really want to work on showing how to fit our tummy when it doesn’t conform to those horrible size charts. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@elizabethwalters8790]

A great big THANK YOU…for this very informative video… I learned so much…I have this pattern. Love the yoga pants waist ☺️👏💕 How did I only just find you ? Xx

[@FarrellFocus]

Thank you!!🥰

[@JanetLouise1814]

???? Love your video!! I was wondering if you would consider showing the best way to shop for quality stretch fabric? I have a hard time sewing it because it constantly shifts and curls up. Maybe I’m buying too cheap a fabric or the wrong kind.

[@FarrellFocus]

Hi Janet, most of my fabric hauls contain knits. Some are from online stores. I love double brushed poly, dbp, it’s been so dependable for me. I also love the fashion knits from Joann, it’s also dbp, but they don’t call it that. Good luck!! I’d love to know how yours turn out. ❤

[@stephaniepaterson6340]

Great video, thanks! May I ask about the black top(s) you’re wearing the pants with at the end? Exactly what I’ve been looking for! Love the outfit

[@FarrellFocus]

Hi Stephanie, that too is this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZmHdf6aFYsmSkJIsi=bC87n02HwwrB2gU3 I just love it!! Super easy!! ❤❤❤ I need to do a sew along for this one too!! 👚

[@stephaniepaterson6340]

@@FarrellFocus thank you so much!

[@joanne305]

This was my first time watching your video. I really enjoyed it. I was wondering if you have ever made the New Look pattern N6751.

[@FarrellFocus]

Thanks Joanne. I haven’t made that one, I looked it up and it’s lovely. ❤

[@lindak8664]

I love the fabric you used for the ‘real’ pair! So pretty. Did you make the tee shit from that pattern by any chance? How did you go with the neck band. Mine was terribly small. I had to cut a longer one to get it to fit. Pain in the backside it was.

[@FarrellFocus]

Actually, yes! I’m going to show it in my Friday video this week. I have a new tshirt pattern that I’m in love with! ❤❤❤

[@ZeldaSews]

What does the "stretch " stitch on the machine look like?

[@FarrellFocus]

It looks “jagged”, and is probably near your zig zag. If you have your manual, you should be able to look it up. It’s a good stitch to know for stretchy fabric. 👏🏻👏🏻

[@lynetterene]

Great point.......don't use your favorite, don't use your worse fabric for a muslin

[@FarrellFocus]

Thanks Lynette!❤

[@Sally-ih6ls]

What type of knit fabric, polyester knit, Lycra?

[@FarrellFocus]

The second pair was double brushed poly. The first pair was a mystery. Lol😂

[@Sally-ih6ls]

@@FarrellFocus lol, thanks, gotta love that surprise fabric we have around

[@wandagoncalves3049]

Hi Stephanie, I watch your videos all the time but, never comment. I have a question: How do you set your serger to make the stitches so stretchy?

[@FarrellFocus]

Hi Wanda, it’s just the regular setting, it’s naturally stretchy. No special settings. ❤

[@erikacook939]

What paper are you using to trace the pattern?

[@FarrellFocus]

I got my paper on a roll from wawak.com I hung it on the wall. Very handy and it will probably last my whole life…lol. 😊

[@walshjoy51]

No pockets?

[@FarrellFocus]

It would be super easy to put pockets in. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@JudyMyers-gg1vb]

How about telling us the pattern number!

[@FarrellFocus]

Hi Judy, New Look 6762 😊

[@virginiakasselman5953]

Stephanie I love this video but your overhead camera is too high and it’s too hard to see what you are doing…… I love that fabric and I prefer yoga waistbands Thanks to you!,, that’s where I learned how to do them now it’s yoga waistbands all the way on every pant!!! 👍 Happy Sewing Virginia in Arkansas 😉

[@FarrellFocus]

I agree, it’s unfortunate. 😔. Hopefully, it will be good enough. 🤷🏼‍♀️ you will love the yoga band if you do it. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@Chericherry4]

@@FarrellFocusI know how to sew but I still zoomed in on the video to see up close. Easy peasy!