How To Sew ELASTIC WAISTBAND SHORTS From Scratch w/ French Seams 🩳 (@sewquaint)

[@sewquaint]

Watch this video to learn how to make these shorts with pockets! kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJa7pnSBbdiXnpY 💜

[@natertatertot2]

Hi! I’m a 26yo male and a novice at sewing. Your pattern making video + this tutorial helped me make the BEST thing I have ever sewed to date. I made a pair of dating sleep shorts for my girlfriend and I am so proud of them and so excited to give them to her! Thank you SO much for your help. Seriously the best!

[@sewquaint]

you are sooo welcome! I hope she loves them 🤗

[@natertatertot2]

@@sewquaint She wears them all the time! I use your pattern video to pattern out all of my friends measurements too!

[@bfflayla]

@@natertatertot2and that’s what you call a great girlfriend

[@texasgigi3684]

Wow! I’ve watched so many shorts tutorials on KZbin and yours is the first one that made perfect sense to me! You explain everything in plain, concise terms-that any beginner can grasp. Thank you so much for making these two videos!! I’ve subscribed. Can’t wait to watch your other videos. This is so much easier than a purchased pattern. I did buy a pattern before finding your video, but I was lost when it came to using it. How to use a pattern for beginners would be soooooo helpful ! But I like your way of making patterns, much better !!

[@amand5745]

So very well explained. As a beginner I was watching for two days for someone to make sense...I have found you...and you explain SO well....from the pattern making to the execution of the garment...txs sooo much. Will you be able to maybe make a strappy pajamas top for the purple short?

[@sophenecoleman4859]

You are an excellent teacher I actually sew my first garment from your instructions

[@debbiecowe40]

What a great make that was. New to sewing and followed your instructions and made my first wearable garment, after drafting the pattern from one of your previous videos. Thank you so much...fab!!

[@nasheilagibbonsknox]

Found the perfect shorts tutorial. Straight and to the point! Thank you!

[@sewquaint]

Yaay! You’re welcome

[@maryaston1607]

This was my first attempt at drafting a pattern and making a pair of shorts, they turned out great, thank you for your excellent tutorial x

[@Itsthegabaghoul]

Excellent tutorials! They were so easy to follow. I made many mistakes along the way but the shorts still turned out well enough for my Halloween costume!

[@breezylikeaRuba]

I just finished making my shorts after following your video, they look amazing thank you!

[@sewquaint]

aww ☺️ yaaaaay! I love to hear that. thank you for watching and for leaving you’re feedback.

[@terrancetv9618]

Sameee

[@caratfoty1705]

I’ve been sewing for the past few months I got to say that with your technique, my work have never been this neat MANY THANKS TO YOU

[@cam919]

You’re so professional thank you for the video I learned a lot from you

[@angelwings2113]

My first try. Thankyou. I always want to sew a short pant for myself to sleep. God bless you for sharing step by step.

[@RlwagnerCRAFTS]

Sooooo glad I found your page! ❤

[@jeslenehan]

This is such a great tutorial! You explain everything so clearly, and make it nice and simple. I also really appreciate the french seams, which aren't as complicated as I previously thought. Can't wait to try a pair of these myself.

[@style317]

and yes I agree, French seams are the cleanest seams, especially with slippery or easy to shed fabrics like satin and organza. For something heavy though, like suiting or denim, I think regular seam or a flat felled seam is fine

[@sewquaint]

yes I agree ☝🏽 thanks for sharing!

[@mandagreen9241]

I did everything u say, from pattern to sewing the shorts .. it turn out perfect ❤️😭❤️😭 thank you soooooooo much ‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️

[@sewquaint]

yay! that’s like music to my ears ☺️✨ I’m happy you were able to follow along and get a perfect pair of shorts. Keep it up! I have tonnes more sewing videos to come ☺️

[@missscepticism686]

Very good video, and really well explained and straight to the point. Thank you!

[@afributter9613]

You are an amazing teacher and great fashion designer.Awesome tutorial

[@Chocolate-rb4wr]

This is easy to understand and guidances are clear, thank you!

[@adrinnamccall7328]

Thanks for teaching me the French seam !!

[@sewquaint]

You’re most welcome!

[@saltlifegull4091]

LOVE your channel! Thanks for sharing and making it simple. New subscriber from Florida:))

[@123451308]

Ok let me just say I could have never sewn a pants no matter how many videos I watched and your video made me so proud of myself. Thank you

[@style317]

I love this! You read my mind 😅 I made a pair of pyjama shorts with this colour satin and with french seams, a couple weeks ago. Keep up the good work! Love your videos

[@sewquaint]

thank you!!

[@ruthdugard2867]

I have just made these shorts ..my first thing made that I can and will wear thank you sooooo much for the tutorial so clear and even a use less sewer like me managed it

[@sewquaint]

I’m so happy to hear this! All the best on your future projects :)

[@laurielasley6568]

Thank you I am new to sewing and elastic looked tough to do, you made it look easy thanks.

[@bajoobiecuzican]

I just finished my second pairs of pj shorts using your tutorial. I’m super excited about this. Thank you 🙏

[@sewquaint]

You’re most welcome!

[@Jainjainjain6767]

OMG OMG OMG THEY CAME OUT SO CUTE I CANT WAIT TO TRY TO MAKE SOME!

[@SweetxMaya]

Thank you so much for this video! I followed the instructions and made my first pair of pajama-lounge shorts out of the softest satin 🥰🤗

[@sewquaint]

Congratulations 🎊 so glad it was helpful.

[@pamellaluna5385]

youre amazing at explaining ive been looking for this

[@briannakellum9766]

Great tutorial! Very thorough explanations, Thank you!

[@GrandmaN64]

I fell in love with your accent

[@chretienneuzima5131]

Thank you so much. This derailed video was so helpful

[@HannahYesmunt]

They look amazing!!!!

[@darkmist591]

I did both the drafting and sewing..it came out so well..much thnks and love to u

[@yves5502]

Thanks a lot girl. Finally someone to explain everything clearly. Best regards from Bulgaria. God bless you. Can you explain how to sew a 7/8 pants (pattern and sewing) from trico (i' m not sure if it is corect the fabric, it is 95%cotton and 5% elastin for pijama :) ). Thanks again

[@veeline1440]

I just made a pair of shorts followed your direction.Awesome! Thanks for sharing

[@sewquaint]

yay! i’m glad it was helpful to you. thanks for watching 🙏🏽

[@melissaflores4047]

Can’t wait to try this out ! I’m going to make a matching top 😋

[@sewquaint]

you should! happy sewing

[@camicam5071]

Thanks love appreciate your video

[@riyah1999]

Wow u did a good job 👏🏾

[@ishmaebannister2255]

Thanks for this simple tutorial....I can't wait to try it.

[@sewquaint]

I’m excited for you! Glad I could help

[@ronaanativo]

wow very nice for me .because im a learner .s only for my self ..to passed my time after my work...greetings from Cyprus next us here n Greece our mother land..30 mints flight from Israel...

[@narashine3367]

Love it. Thanks.

[@kikawrites2215]

You are just amaziiiing thank you ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Keshia_ZaziKCreations]

How do we know how much to add in the measurement for the waist circumference for the skirt gathering. I imagine we need to add a few inches to the skirt waist measurement to take into account the gather. How much more should be added? - Cant wait to make this skirt. Got all my notions this week :)

[@TreasureShama]

This tutorial is very helpful.Can you please show how to add pockets to this type of short. Thank you so much

[@sewquaint]

yes! good idea

[@sewquaint]

Hey! I made a video showing you how to make these shorts with pockets! Check it out and let me know if it’s helpful kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJa7pnSBbdiXnpY 💜

[@seleneali6334]

You're so professional. I am going to try to make a pyjama pants .

[@sewquaint]

Thank you! Happy creating 😊

[@linlomox]

finished the pants! such an easy tutorial to follow. did well for a first try!

[@sewquaint]

👏🏾 I’m proud of you!

[@user-we6kf8hn9u]

Please also make a matching one stick top for this with pattern

[@floresodalys323]

Omg i love this! Thank you but I literally don’t even know how to use a sewing matching 😭 I can never find lounge wear that I like so I want to learn! Thank you for helping me ❤️

[@cindymay898]

How did you get the elastic to fit your waist and also go over your hips? How did you figure out how much elastic to cut?

[@jodiancampbell3173]

I made it!!!! Yayyy me and I am gonna make loads more. :)

[@sinjinagirai8090]

Hey Beautiful Person.. thank you for both tutorials to cut pattern and sew. I just made my pair and they came out ok. Few things I need help with 1. My crotch gets pulled to the back. How can I correct this. 2. When am done with the shorts, the difference between front and back is not very big.

[@yvonnetromp5744]

Hi, I followed the instructions for the pattern making and continued to sew the shorts. Nice and fast, one problem the measurements are for a flat tummy so my short doesn't fit, too tight at the belly. so I am thinking to give it another try but altering the pattern a little

[@jillschott328]

I had the same issue. How are you going to alter it? I thought about increasing the crotch depth measurement but not sure if that’s the answer. Her instructions were very clear and understandable but they just don’t fit me quite right.

[@mandagreen9241]

Looking forward to a lot more videos 😊😊😊

[@sewquaint]

thank you for being here! I’ll make sure you get what you came for 🤗

[@vitraboodram5194]

Really nice.

[@mrsd9606]

Love it, thank you!

[@sewquaint]

you’re welcome!

[@materialgurl2117]

I made these but unfortunatly I made the back part too small so it is a little tight but its still wearable THANK YOUUU

[@turtlezcatz1651]

does it work with non elastic fabric like cotton

[@robertwharwood2759]

Can this be used to sew male shorts ?

[@sewquaint]

Yes it can. Just make it your desired length.

[@angelajackson6801]

Did you use stretch satin or non-stretch satin?

[@gbengaibidaposhonibare1434]

Hey thanks for dropping this video❣️ pls can you make one for measuring cutting and joining camisole tops that match with the shorts like a pajama set for beginners like me🥺🥺🥺🥺. Thank you🥺❤️🤲🤲

[@patriciandungwa5]

Good job

[@sallypearl1059]

💙💙💙 please can you make a tutorial on drafting and sewing a blazer jacket

[@sewquaint]

maybe in the distant future... I like to stick to simpler, more casual garments.

[@ganticekovi4247]

I love it

[@TomaGonzalez]

Thanks for the video! What should I do if I want the short a bit flared and not as tight fitting? How do I make that adjustment?

[@sewquaint]

good question! I’ll work on a video for this

[@naomijackson2234]

Yes, I'd appreciate this too...I made the shorts and they are more snug than I'd like..., especially when I sit down...

[@ashleykasashley]

What stitch setting do you recommend? Mine keep breaking when I stretch too much :( I use a zig-zag stitch but the width and length may be wrong

[@sewquaint]

I recommend using a straight stitch. did you check your tension? what kinda of sewing machine do you have?

[@ashleykasashley]

@@sewquaint I have the singer heavy duty. For my tension, I use a 3 because I am using cotton fabric! I just used the zig-zag in hopes it would provide more stretch because I always have a problem with stretching my fabrics and breaking the seams. I am also just very new at sewing too

[@jacquiventurini8844]

I do agree French seams are nicer than serger seams. It’s got a better quality feel to it ❤

[@shuangwang3318]

thanks a lot for your tutorial,are you a professional designer ?

[@sarashah1767]

You are great lady 💖 I love your teaching.i m beginner

[@sewquaint]

Thank you! I’m happy I could help 😊

[@tezzitadavis7210]

❤❤❤❤Love it!

[@carterKens]

nooo! i made these shorts and the pattern is so detailed, thank you, but i took the wrong measurements so their too small. 😢

[@WifeofBelial]

the videos you make are easy to follow and very helpful, thank you for that. :) but i have a question: i would love to make high waisted shorts with a kinda thick teddy fur fabric. should i double fold the edges aswell? i think this might look kinda bulky then?

[@sewquaint]

in that case it’s best to use a thinner fabric for the waistband that you’ll be able to fold over

[@WifeofBelial]

@@sewquaint Thank you! i bought some other fabrics too, i'll try to use one of those. :)

[@3939889ISME]

Sorry to ask silly question, so when you cut the pattern, did you fold the fabric right side together or wrong side together?

[@lisedevries6337]

I don’t think it matters because you will get the same pattern pieces out of it:)

[@lunasurmer230]

thanksss✨

[@sewquaint]

glad I could help 🙏🏽

[@Sirgute6662]

Hi I am from the Caribbean Your pattern fit perfectly as mentioned before there is one little thing though, the crotch area when matched up the back area is a bit larger than the front and easing in poses a bit of a challenge. Advise, thank you.

[@Sirgute6662]

Further to my comment above Please do a tutorial on long pants for work, I am plus size 3x

[@sewquaint]

hey, i’m not sure what you mean when you say it’s bigger?

[@Sirgute6662]

The thigh area when the seams meet back is larger than front

[@houyin_]

Here because my teacher in tle will probably make us learn about this tom.

[@violetmoon397]

Hey what might I do if I use stretch fabric do I use a overlock stitch instead of the French seams on the sides?

[@violetmoon397]

Btw thank you so much for this video you are wonderful at teaching

[@sewquaint]

thank you so much for that compliment! :)

[@sewquaint]

good question! you can either of those. Which one is easier for you?

[@violetmoon397]

@@sewquaint well I don’t know yet this is my first clothing project 🤍 I like the French seams you do..I’m not a fan of zig zag stitches I think it looks messy

[@theurikadosh8531]

Cool vida

[@cconnie3762]

everything went well until i had to hem. Oh boy,

[@cconnie3762]

Update: Did third time trying this was the charm. Heming went smoothly, but I broke two needles while sewing the elastic so 😬😬. But, I now have a wearable shorts that looks really good. I forwent the french seams and did it normally. I don't mind it not being super neat. I've learnt so much during this process lol. I really appreciate your content.

[@MzzPalmer1]

I followed every step but not getting any stretch at all in the waist! @quaintbawse do I measure the elastic my waist measurement or do I measure the waist of the pants and minus two inch?

[@sewquaint]

hey Tessa! the elastic should be your waist measurement. the waist of the shorts should be a little bit bigger than your hips before adding the waistband elastic.

[@syanaelawrence]

💜💜💜💜💜

[@sewquaint]

🙏🏽🧚🏾

[@hibiscus3928]

My shorts hem was a whole mess 🥲🥲🥲🥲 The legs can’t pass my thigh

[@sewquaint]

oh nooo something must have went wrong in the making

[@hibiscus3928]

@@sewquaint everything seem to have gone wrong. Idk what to do. I recently started but I haven't had much success over the last few weeks

[@yupppp504]

I don’t understand how to sew the crotch area, somebody please help?😭

[@sewquaint]

what do you mean?

[@xceptional6282]

I love you

[@ki-xl3xo]

Did you use stretch or non stretch material ? Either I did this wrong or I heard you incorrectly 😩

[@sewquaint]

This satin fabric had a slight stretch to it but I treated it like non-stretch fabric. what happened?

[@tinajsews2835]

Are youJamaican

[@sewquaint]

yes

[@lavenderloco]

Finally bought my machine❤ brother LX27NT ❤and so far I made easy lace undies to start. Today I made a top for my daughter out of recycled clothes and a skirt and also my son wants some pants and a vest now I'm looking through your video gallery on how to do videos and I came about this one. I wanna do like lounge wear type of shorts❤ with ribnit fabric.

[@rebecalugo6928]

no sabe explicarse alv

[@materialgurl2117]

I made these but unfortunatly I made the back part too small so it is a little tight but its still wearable THANK YOUUU

[@sewquaint]

You’re most welcome! Try again and cut the back bigger this time. You’ll get it right eventually.