How to measure: your Body & Pattern. Crotch length & depth. Let's sew easy pants. Ep 3.

Let’s sew easy pants mini-series is back! This is episode 3 and it’s all about taking important body measurements like crotch length, crotch depth, waist and full hip circumference. But what do we do with those numbers? We can compare them to the easy sewing pattern that you’ve chosen to try out. This is a very practical video.
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[@peggyr9623]

That was probably the most thorough explanation of how to measure correctly for a pair of pants I have ever seen! Thank you for explaining all of the details and why they are important and what the measurements are for exactly. Can't wait for the next video in the series. I will be recommending this series to anyone I know who wants to sew pants. Thank you for putting in all of the time and effort it takes to make a series like this. I really appreciate it so much.

[@janmiller1850]

Wow! I've never seen anything so comprehensive about exactly how to fit your own pants. I knew a lot of it just from sewing pants for myself, but I didn't KNOW it, I didn't know the reasoning or understand exactly why things didn't always work for me and how I could have fixed them had I known. This series will absolutely become a classic for any one who sews and would like to either try pants or to create better pants for themselves. Thanks for putting so much of your time into these valuable videos ... they're truly excellent. 💚💚💚

[@denisedorsey2889]

Karina, thank you for all the time and effort you are putting into this series. As a beginner I so appreciate all the detailed information. Many you tubers have great content but assume so much prior knowledge. I am inspired by their makes, but YOU are the one who gets me to the sewing machine with confidence! ❤️ You are a natural teacher . I feel so blessed to have found your channel. Thank you.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊. My vision is to always have very practical content, so the fact that is does help you, makes me very happy!

[@leannekenna]

I totally agree with your comment Denise. Fantastic series for anyone wanting to try sewing pants. Thanks so much Karina.

[@joycecasey323]

I have only recently found your channel, and let me say how much I live you and all of your amazing sewing! You are the most classy lady I have encountered in a very long time, and i so appreciate that, you are also very humble and that is so refreshing from so many other sewing channels! You are a beautiful woman inside and out! You have inspired me so that i have printed out 2 patterns and have them on the cutting table! Keep up all of your amazing and beautiful sewing inspiration! Love live live your channel!

[@carlalissa7693]

Karina, I am blown away for the great and detailed explanation on measuring and transferring to the pattern...love it!!! Thank you very much for your dedication.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m so happy you liked it :)

[@franreichenberg7466]

This is the tutorial I have been waiting for .....for 45 years of trying to make trousers!

[@sbrickett]

A very clear and concise video, you totally nailed it with the info!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m so glad you liked it 😄

[@Babetterme]

Your explanation of crotch curve vs depth is a game changer. Never heard it explained so simply and clear. Thank you so much.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m glad I got I’ve the embarrassment of dressing like I did to show how 😄.

[@moniquedawn5252]

Simply the BEST series on pants fitting/measurements!!!!!!!!! Thank you, Karina!!!

[@alexwright4944]

I especially appreciate the image of the pattern superimposed on your body that really made the measurements’ effects on the pattern adjustments very clear and easy to understand. Thank you!

[@lornablencowe1177]

A brilliant vlog on trouser fitting! You always explain details so clearly which is extremely helpful! I just loved the idea of cutting out the 90’ degree L shaped cardboard angle to measure the crotch depths! Thank you so much!!

[@carolyngethings]

Thank you for another really helpful video Karina! Nobody explains this subject as well as you. I really like the super-imposed diagrams too.

[@christineennis4766]

Thank you Karina as always you have gone the extra mile with your videos. Full of great tips

[@janetmiura3906]

Thank you for another great video. I look forward to your new postings and you never disappoint. I've learned so many tips and techniques since I found your channel about a year ago. I like how you make do with what you have available to you without having to purchase all of the gadgets and tools on the market. You are a great instructor. You are always clear and concise. You have helped to put the joy back into sewing after years of hiatus. Keep the great information coming.

[@pbfoote59]

Wow Karina...what a great series. Today’s video is one of the best I have ever seen on the beginnings of fitting pants. I have been sewing seriously for several years...I make most of my clothes. Pants included and I can still say that I seem to reinvent the wheel every time I start a new pair. I just really appreciate the way you explain it. I’m really looking forward to the rest of the videos. Thank you

[@helenketchen]

Wow! Fabulous tutorial and I loved the crotch depth measuring tool. THANK YOU

[@janetsmith9150]

Fantastic explanation - I find that crotch curves are the most problematic thing to get right. Thank you for making this mystifying subject less scary and am eagerly awaiting the next instalment.

[@angelrose7906]

This is extremely helpful. I never knew how to measure the rise before. I now feel more confident to try a pair of pants. Thanks Karina for sharing with us. I always enjoy your videos.

[@jacqpot9413]

Great content. I loved learning about the different shapes of the back crotch as indicated by the pattern. My flat rear is usually a problem. This info may help catch some mistakes earlier.

[@jacquiehonnor4989]

Karina you are amazing. This is the best in-depth information on the best fit for trousers I have ever seen. I have been sewing for many many years, ( I work in a men’s tailors) but I have always been scared of fitting trousers for myself. I’m only 5 ft 3” and have struggled to get the perfect fit. This is brilliant information on how to do that. I can’t wait for the next trouser muslin fitting video. 😁💡👍🏻❤️

[@tammymasson2343]

Other commenters have said so much of what I think as well! I can add that you have a real gift for explaining the most basic of details without making anyone feel dumb and without boring us if we already know something (or at least think we do, ha ha!) I have been working with one pull on pant pattern and I am very eager to give it another go after learning so much with this series! Thank you from the bottom of my heart! 💜

[@kerstinshadbolt1003]

Thank you so much all the work you're investing in this series - my head is spinning, but your anatomical references make perfect sense. I can't wait to see the rest of the series and put the information into practice. 💛

[@kimigirl4794]

Hi Katrina, I am so grateful for this series. I've been searching and digging trying to find content like this. I really like how you explain how the different measurements translate the drafting and fitting of the pattern. Thank you Thank you Thank you!

[@KimberlyNichols]

Wow! This was absolutely the best and most thorough body measurement tutorial I've ever seen. It was very kind of you to share your knowledge with us. Thank you!!

[@ArlenePMCM]

Karina, you always impress me with your knowledge. I am a "visual learner" and you've just demystified figuring waist location / rise / crotch depth / crotch length for me. Thank you!

[@sophiegirl752]

This is so helpful!!! I’ve been watching so many videos looking for how to resize a couple of pantsuits. It’s mostly the crotch depth that needs to be shortened, but also I need to make the waist smaller. Thank you for explaining all the terms and how to apply them. I appreciate this! 🙏

[@pattihusk8181]

Thank you for doing this series of videos😘! You make the best visuals to show what you are explaining! It truly is a gift to be able to do that...you are amazing!

[@jackaitken1071]

I love your videos. The pace of instruction is perfect. I learn so much and you make it easy to understand. I always feel so positive after your videos - thank you.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

You’re very welcome 😀

[@juliej6638]

Thank you so much Karina - you are a star. This is so needed for so many of us. As Patsy Foote said below, it is so easy to find yourself reinventing the wheel every time you try to sew a new pair of pants. I can't wait for the next video in this series. This should be required viewing for all sewers. Love your channel here on KZbin.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Tell me about it. I think for my daily life, I’d be happy to have 2-3 well fitting woven pants only and make design tweaks to those, than sewing lots of different ones.

[@chrispaddock4809]

Hi Karina hope you and your family are safe and well. Thank you so much for this series of tutorial as I really suffer with fitting issue, and understanding how to recognise the fit issue I have and how to fix them. I’m a very visual learner. I really appreciate everything you do as they must take a long time to film. State safe xxxx

[@lynneprentice4278]

A great vlog Karina and so useful! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and demystifying pants fitting! ❤️

[@julieelliott3861]

This is the best video I've seen on how to measure yourself for trousers. Thank you SO much Karina for making it. You have explained every step so clearly & I now feel I understand trouser measurements really well. I'll definitely be watching the next in the series and be recommending the whole series to others.

[@Escape10mom]

Thank you Karina for all of this great info! Keep it coming. You're breaking it down helps to explain all these necessary details! I've made pants before but I'm still enjoying this series!!!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊

[@kathyvaughn8647]

This is such a great video explaining things better than what I have watched in other tutorials. Thank you I am liking and sharing. Lol

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊

[@artyshefartsy]

oh my goodness. I am going through every single video of yours. THANK YOU for being the BEST sewing teacher ever! I absolutely loved it when you put the pattern piece over where you were measuring. It made everything just CLICK in my head. I can't wait to start sewing pants! Before you, I've been too afraid to sew/ alter pants because I just didn't know enough to do it! Thank you again!!! you just earned a new subscriber xoxo

[@jandimarco3113]

That’s great Karina. Particularly on understanding perception of curve shapes, I always think if I could wear pants back to front I’d be fine, having a flat butt and rounded belly! Looking forward to the next video.

[@heidefries1825]

The visual of measuring and the 'why' is so helpful ... thx!

[@annefisher3182]

So helpful! I think I can try to make pants now😊 your teaching and breaking down the subject is fantastic

[@louisedavidson848]

I've saved this and heading to my sewing room now!!!! So excited!!

[@Whistlewalk]

Excellent measuring instructions!! You have clearly put a lot of thought into how pants fit on different bodies and how to correct for different body styles. Very informative. Thank you so much!

[@nellichoo]

thank you for this knowledge, the series is teaching me a lot. you're a gem

[@mariefink3024]

best video series ever on sewing pants!

[@eileenmackin5382]

Amazing information. Thank you so much x

[@sydneybristo22]

thank you so much for the help on the info about the curve info for what are big or small soooo helpful.

[@susannekoen1028]

Thank you so much for your generosity of spirit. I am muddling my way through the difference between crotch depth and length and what the means for pattern adjustments. Having researched so many resources, yours is the clearest and most extensive. Gratitude!

[@anneeruiz5292]

Really helpful tips, thank you so much.

[@sew_april]

As a beginner at sewing clothes... these videos are soo great! Thank you for showing us how to do these measurements! I look forward to the next one.. And of course more dresses

[@diamondchick55]

Excellent information. I am excited to see the rest of your videos.

[@gailh3048]

Great video! I’m learning so much from you. Thank you! 😊

[@glendabell7094]

WOW. I understand so much more about the measurement process now. Thank you so so much! 💖

[@susanroome5020]

That was SO helpful. Thank you so much.

[@sallycummins9581]

This was the most helpful tutorial I’ve watched ! I’m thank you ! Yep m off to watch your others now !

[@nicolewilson4055]

Wow Karina. Awesome explanation. So clear and the most helpful instructions. Thank you so much.

[@carlalucas7229]

Great instructions, you made it so clear , thank you!

[@theumbriansewist]

What an amazing video, thank you! You have given me the confidence to continue on my pants journey!

[@karenmcneil7546]

What an excellent explanation of measuring for trousers. I’ve never made a pair but will be following the next episodes Thank you 😊

[@janet6114]

Outstanding episode. Detailed, visual, and very clear explanations.

[@elizeevr1259]

Thank you so much Karina, for patiently explaining and showing us all those steps and details! I recently tried making pants, using different patterns and hitting so many snags and disappointments in only the muslin stages, that I kind of gave up for the moment. Your easy pants series is giving me a boost in confidence to try again! I am looking forward to your next video in the series. Your efforts are greatly appreciated, as is clear from all these comments! :-)

[@vanessathomas6362]

Phenomenal information!!!! Thank you for a clear explanation that will practically help me in my pants fitting journey!

[@shnazzy]

This is such a great tutorial, and I love that you use improvised tools like me. Thank you so much! I finally understand how to properly fit my pattern.

[@laurafrasheri7093]

Very good explanation - easy, simple and clear. Thank you

[@DianaR77]

Excellent video. Thank you!

[@davidcharles8899]

fabulous video.thank you.♡

[@dorothybrakspear401]

Excellent. Best I have watched and I have watched many!

[@judithglavas9030]

You make the explanation very clear and concise.

[@nicolemclaughlin9858]

wow, I have learned so much from this video.. thank you so much for going into details on all your video...

[@norakathleenbertoglio4414]

Thank you Karina! I am beyond thrilled to learn about fitting pants. I have never been able to make pants that fit me EXCEPT for Itch to Stitch Mountain View jeans...but they are stretchy. I want to be able to make pants out of woven fabric.

[@Jo81562]

Thank you for for this amazing video. All the other ladies have been very eloquent in there comments and I agree with them all Fantastic!

[@lmmaude]

Thank you so much! Great video.

[@chaosagram]

Very informative! So much detail about everything, and yet so clear!

[@catherinecharlwood4546]

Very informative video, thankyou. Love your enthusiasm and smile

[@anitahaynes6171]

Thanks. You are lifting home sewing to a higher level. You are so clear and a great teacher. Now to alter my pattern.

[@mags2982]

This video is really good. You have answered questions that have had for a while! I relay enjoy your videos . Thank you

[@ann-elisefryen6364]

Thanks for making this series, you are just the best mentor. Looking forward to the rest. I have dreaded pants , but I might try making one. :-)

[@blairannewilliams3599]

This is a fantastic video! I love your shirt fabric too!

[@Justdiggingit]

Thank you for this information. I think I finally get it! Looking forward to trying to make pants.

[@lucyarhin6886]

Explanation is clear thanks

[@keyrajoana4331]

You're an angel. Thanks for all your help!

[@southerncrossstitches]

Looking forward to learning more 💗

[@louisestevens5267]

EXCELLENT, thank you so much for the information. Well presented.

[@mgriffis1303]

Another video that I am finding so helpful. You are truly a wonderful teacher. I am learning so much from you.

[@bevtooth]

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[@robynlaszlo6128]

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[@hannahc933]

Your explanation is thorough and clear. I have learn quite a lots. Thanks for sharing.

[@mariamurray7675]

Very useful! Thank you. Off to episode 4 :)!

[@NN-yq3yl]

I enjoy every single vidéo you make thanks.

[@bridgettison106]

Your explanations and visuals are superb!!!

[@angelawoof4279]

Superb video, well done, very informative!

[@daniellecj3093]

Brilliant. Thank you. Going onto next lesson now!

[@tanjowil9743]

Thankyou very much, very useful and makes a lot of sense, will keep in mind when I go to make pants.

[@GewoonelsJustels]

Thank you for such a clear explanation. You have shown me what I’ve always wanted to know.

[@jewellhershey5051]

Wow! I really learned a lot from this video. Thank you. ❤️

[@barbarabeckman6722]

Karina, Thank you sooooo much for your clear and concise explanation of pants fitting. I am following along and using your instruction to get a well fitted pattern. I can't wait until the next episode.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m very excited for all the pants that will be make :)

[@michellebassett295]

I am so glad that you have this. Just starting to make a pair of pants and this is going to save me a lot of mistakes. This whole mini-series is great. Thank you for taking the time to make this.

[@kerrymcilwaine]

Excellent, so well explained, thank you x

[@Honeytreasures]

So helpful, thank you! I’be been sewing patterns too big or too small but I’m glad I can make something custom to my size!

[@kravekeisha8815]

This was amazing information thank you

[@jo-annfraser2502]

Just discovered your channel. Thank you for posting these videos. The depth of your knowledge is fantastic and is changing my sewing experience for the better. Thanks!!!

[@vickifenlon6279]

This is excellent! Looking forward to the next instalment. I will measure myself how you've measured today and compare to the pattern I have chosen to try. Thank you!!

[@bev4914]

Thank you sooo much for this wonderful video. Love how you explained in detail. Now I understand how to measure and work with the pattern. Im excited I finally found someone who explains the the pattern details. Love it 😀