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

[@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. 💚💚💚

[@franreichenberg7466]

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

[@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!

[@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.

[@moniquedawn5252]

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

[@jewelldavis983]

This was the best explanation ever! I have read many books and watched several KZbins and still could not understand. Thank you so much for this video. ❤

[@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 :)

[@KrisThompson-j9b]

August 28, 2024. OMG Thank you so much! I watched many other videos and my one BIG question was “should I include the waistband in the measurements?” Guess what no one brought that up, except you and that was a game changer….. that was what I needed to know, gave me confidence and the rest fell into place. The funny thing is your measurements are almost identical to mine must be kismet!!! You are my go to lady for sewing wisdom! Thank you for all your wisdom!!!

[@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 😄.

[@sbrickett]

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

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m so glad you liked it 😄

[@teresatatum7506]

Excellent. Your husband isn’t the only teacher in the family.

[@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!

[@calaska623]

HOLY MOLY! These videos are AMAZING!!! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! Your bravery and possible discomfort will translate into fabulously fitting pants and many confident pants wearers!! You’re the best!!!🎉

[@curtriceennis2924]

All these years, I've been measuring my hips in the wrong place. Haven't made many pairs of my own pants, but, whenever I have, it's no wonder they never fit me right. TY so much for all this info !!! I do really appreciate it ... 😻👍💖

[@antoniokinsey4041]

Wow, I’m a guy and needed to watch this video for my first sewing college class while making our first assignment for lounge/drawstring pants, and this was so helpful. Your explanation and body type for demonstrating the belly button versus the natural waist, and everything else about the video was all so well done. Thanks!!!!!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Glad it was helpful!

[@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!!

[@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! 💜

[@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.

[@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!!

[@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 😀

[@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.

[@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

[@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. 😁💡👍🏻❤️

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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

[@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! 🙏

[@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!

[@mgriffis1303]

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

[@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!

[@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.

[@heidefries1825]

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

[@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! ❤️

[@nellichoo]

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

[@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

[@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!

[@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. 💛

[@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!

[@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! :-)

[@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 😊

[@nancynewman6592]

For the first time, I understand how to measure the crotch now, depth AND length! THANK YOU!!! 😃 🇨🇦

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Yay! I’m so glad this helped.

[@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.

[@karenmcneil7546]

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

[@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.

[@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 :)

[@michelemohamed3584]

Thank you Karina. This has been THE most informative and helpful video. It will a continual reference for me. It has totally taken the fear out of pants fitting for me. Thank you so so much !

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m so glad you liked it :)

[@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.

[@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!

[@annefisher3182]

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

[@judithglavas9030]

You make the explanation very clear and concise.

[@annie7768]

Karina, this series is just FABULOUS. I've been away from garment sewing a long time and "back in the day" I had a friend who was very expert at pattern adjustment and she would just zip zip change my patterns and so I never learned to do it myself. I just very successfully used this series to make a pair of shorts that were wearable from the get go. And pair number two are perfect. Thank you!!!!

[@chaosagram]

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

[@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.

[@kathiethompson6719]

I love this video. You show everything so clearly and I love it that you don't use specialized equipment! Yes, for the cardboard! Thank you for this series of pants fitting and sewing videos. It is very valuable to me and answers a lot of my questions.

[@suedavis580217]

Even 2 years after you making this video Karina, the explanations are so helpful, useful and understandable for me. (A light bulb went on!) I wish I had (the time) to watch these video back then. I have only made knit leggings although I have purchased every pants pattern you mentioned (in your previous pant fit videos). This gives me the knowledge of how and why the pattern curve! Thank you ever so much for this video series. It is worth your weight in gold! I am going to watch them all the way through and then try to make my first pair of pants! Thank you so much for all your hard work and dedication to teaching sewing...limitless sewing!

[@ItisJosie]

This is a very detailed and informative video, Karina. It has helped me understand a lot to do with comparing your measurements with those of the pattern. Thank you for sharing. xx

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m glad you liked it. All the patterns are different and so are we :)

[@myworld9746]

Thanks Karina. I am about to make a pyjama set for my husband. He is skinny everywhere except for his BIG belly. Your tutorial is going to be extremely helpful I am sure!

[@SweetMamaP]

Such helpful, practical information! I've been sewing for many years & will be adopting this method of measuring & adjusting the pattern. Thank you Karina for all the time you've put into this series

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I know it will help so many, so it’s all worth it :)

[@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 😊

[@478vivi]

Karina merci mille fois ,vos explications sont si claires et pratiques .Vous êtes un très bon professeur pleine de simplicité et de gentillesse ❤❤

[@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

[@theumbriansewist]

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

[@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 😀

[@dorothybrakspear401]

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

[@annescanapico2181]

This was one of the best pant videos I’ve ever seen. I am working on my pants right now so I will be ver interested see if you show my problems in your next video. Thank you for doing this.

[@angelawoof4279]

Superb video, well done, very informative!

[@GewoonelsJustels]

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

[@mariefink3024]

best video series ever on sewing pants!

[@keyrajoana]

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

[@oliviacaron7088]

I’m just starting my journey to clothes making! I can very messily hand sew and that’s it. This was very helpful to start. A lot of information and easy to understand and follow. Thanks, I subscribed and can’t wait to learn more from you.

[@janet6114]

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

[@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!!!

[@hannahc933]

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

[@anitahaynes6171]

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

[@helenketchen]

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

[@valclements7092]

What an awesome series for fitting pants. You’re covering so much that makes sense and I’m actually retaining it. I have made leggings but haven’t ventured into pants yet. I do have the Love Notions Allegro pattern and the Sew Over It Ultimate Trousers pattern. I bought the fabrics and they are washed and good to go, but not before I do a muslin. I don’t usually do muslins but think with pants I do need to do them. Thank you for making this very helpful series on pant fitting. This series I have bookmarked so far. Very much a keeper. Val🇨🇦🇬🇧❤️

[@doriscook4337]

Thank you this is a fabulous series

[@southerncrossstitches]

Looking forward to learning more 💗

[@evaisotalo3386]

Very good and visual explanation on how to get the right measurements. Thank you for sharing.

[@SaraPerrone-r2x]

I just made an amazing Green style Skort and even when I did the high waist in the back it is pulling down as a low waist. I just realized from this video I needed to add about 6" to the backside inseam/length/depth even taking into account the waistband. The front is fine but the backside WAY off. So the undershorts are pulling down my skort. Thank you so much you just made my year.

[@sallycummins9581]

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

[@glendabell7094]

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

[@smallfootprint2961]

Thank you for all the detail you put into this video. Much appreciated.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

You’re very welcome 😊

[@sewhappysarahr8912]

You are an amazing teacher (I am one, so I know). Thank you for all of this info. I have vowed that 2020 is the year of the pants (even though I prefer skirts like you, I do need pants for my very active job) and I know that you will help me get there. Thank you!

[@louisedavidson848]

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

[@marilynwood6934]

Excellent, much more information than I expected.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I hope it helps :)

[@colin101981]

Karina - thanks for this. It's the best pant video I've watched. I now really understand how those measurements work. My wife will be really glad as I make her clothes (at her request). Thank you.

[@bridgettison106]

Your explanations and visuals are superb!!!

[@edithagbayani8835]

you said it very clear and very well ..it is really useful for beginners like me.. thank very much

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kellietrudel8222]

Wow! Thank you so much for being thorough. I was totally intimidated by the terminology before this video…you explained things very well and I feel now that I am capable of adjusting pants to fit ME. I’m looking forward to watching all the videos in this series. Btw I’m going to be making the Allegro pants from Love Notions…

[@mariamurray7675]

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

[@magsohara7908]

Very comprehensive- thank you Karina 🌈🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

You’re very welcome 😉

[@mags2982]

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

[@juliac406]

I love the way you measured the crotch depth!! Very easy to understand.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m so glad it’s helpful for you :)

[@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!