Beginner's guide to sewing a skirt from trousers

Sometimes it happens that the trousers that you really liked were torn or worn out to holes. In this case, many people make a huge mistake by throwing them in the trash. Any thing can be given a second chance at life. This article talks about how to sew a skirt from trousers, what tools are needed and the right choice of styles.

Taking measurements

Necessary measurements for constructing the drawing:

• Half waist circumference;
• Half hip circumference;
• Back length to waist;
• Length of the skirt.

Measurements can also be taken from old clothes if the person fits this size. An old skirt is used as a basis, and it will serve as a pattern for the product.

Preparing trousers for alteration

Remaking old trousers into a skirt does not require any special skills, even a novice tailor can handle this job. You can choose any style of skirt for the job:

• Mini;
• Pencil;
• Sun;
• With frills;
• Midi to the floor.

To work, you need to prepare not only the place and tools, but also the pants themselves. They should be washed and well ironed.

It is important to remember that in order to alter large size pants, you must first cut the side seams, and then trim the length.

Then you need to choose the length of the skirt and cut off the excess from the pants. For the hem, you need to leave about 3 cm.

It is not advisable to touch the belt, because it is essentially already ready, and besides, not every device can handle thick fabric.

Step-by-step instructions for creating a pattern

On the sketch of the pencil skirt, you need to add some minor adjustments. You need to make a step cut. You will need the following measurements: seat height (SH), hip circumference (HC). Next, you need to draw a template:

From the top A, draw a mark BC + (0-2) down and add point A1.

From point A1 draw 1/8 OB - A1 and put point C.

From A1 to the left, you need to draw a line equal to 1/8 OB - 2. Add mark M.

An even segment connects lines C and M. The bisector from point A divides it in half.

What models can be sewn?

Models are selected based on the body type:

• Midi pants are a great choice for curvy girls. If you transform them into a skirt, they will perfectly hide figure flaws;
• Such items are also suitable for narrow-hipped ladies - it is advisable for them to choose a wrap-around style. A big nuance that you need to remember when choosing such a flared skirt is that you should wear only heels with it.

How to transform classic women's and men's trousers into a skirt

The structure of the material from classic trousers can be used to make a pencil skirt. But it is also very difficult to sew, there are a number of rules that need to be followed:

• The trousers taken for alteration must be of the appropriate size;
• You need to learn how to unravel the seams that run along the surface of the thigh.

If desired, you can add a train of chiffon or tulle. Decorate with embroidery or fabric flowers. A metal brooch or various beads of delicate tones will look quite beautiful. If the skirt is beige or pink, with a train, then it is advisable to combine it with high-heeled sandals. This style will be very delicate, perfect for a holiday or a date, but not for everyday wear.

How to remake women's and men's leather trousers into a skirt

To understand how to sew a skirt from trousers with your own hands, you need to find patterns on the Internet or draw them yourself.

Progress of work:

• Working with leather fabrics requires some skills. Only the latest generation of machines can stitch leather. Therefore, you need to be prepared for the fact that the machine simply will not cope with the work;
• If the product is very expensive, for example made of crocodile leather, then it is advisable to trust the specialists and take it to a studio;

• The skirt will be sewn in the same way as on classic trousers;
• Another disadvantage of this material is that it cannot be sewn and ripped several times in one place. Because then large holes will remain on the skin;
• For larger sizes, you need to rip the product along all the seams, put the skirt sketch on the pieces of leather and cut out two front and two back elements of the sun skirt. But here all the work must be started from scratch;
• Take measurements of your waist and hips, make the simplest pattern and work according to it.

How to remake women's and men's denim trousers into a skirt

Sometimes over time, jeans socks wear out in the leg area, many people just throw them away, but if you turn on your imagination, you can make a great skirt. It can be worn every day or for going out. It goes well with light and warm sweaters, perfect for the fall season.

Work process:

1. Try on jeans and note the length of the skirt;
2. Using a tape measure, take measurements from your hips;
3. Place a tape measure along the bottom line of the garment and measure the width of the skirt at its bottom line. Write down all the measurements so you don’t forget;
4. Take off your jeans and cut them along the seam line all the way to your hips;
5. To make the work easier, two people are needed;
6. Turn the product inside out, put it on and secure with pins;
7. Now carefully remove them and mark with soap the line along which the product will be stitched on both sides. Sew these two seams yourself, put on the skirt and check how it fits on the figure. Finish these seams on the overlock;

• Now you need to cut and tuck the bottom of the garment. To make it comfortable to walk in, a small cut is made at the back;
• To alter the pants without additional hands, lay out the width of the skirt on the material along the bottom of the garment and connect the front fly of the fabric with a straight line. Make seam adjustments if necessary.

For the winter season, you can use woolen items. Such items will go well with boots, sweaters or turtlenecks. Warm leggings or tights will complement all this. The image will be truly cozy and warm. It is necessary to remember that wool requires more difficult care, and even more so for a remade item.

How to sew a pencil skirt from trousers

This product is perfect for office style, goes well with tucked-in shirts, as well as high-heeled shoes. The look can be complemented separately with a leather bag or a scarf around the neck. This sewing option is the easiest, the main thing is to follow the instructions and fully understand the pattern.

Materials and tools for work:

• Trousers;
• Textile roller;
• Needle;
• Pins;
• Threads in the same color as the product;
• Measuring tape;
• Fabric inserts (if needed);
• Decorations (rhinestones, beads, patches).

Step-by-step work:

1. For a pencil skirt, you need high-waisted pants. Or take pants several sizes larger than necessary;
2. Now you need to cut the seams from the top down. The material is cut along the inner seam. You need to fold the cut pants in half;
3. You need to take the trousers, fold them to form one piece. Make an indent of a few centimeters. Sew the parts along the length of the material;
4. After this, turn the product inside out. Place both parts on top of each other;
5. It is necessary to try it on. It is advisable to take an old skirt and place it on the newly sewn item and cut off the excess fabric;
6. Leave 2 cm allowances for the seams. When all the pieces of fabric are cut, you can start sewing the skirt;
7. Each side of the skirt is well fixed with pins. Thanks to this, the product will be sewn much faster. For thick material, it is better to use denim thread, and for thin material, cotton. But with it, you need to make a double seam so that it does not break.

Wash carefully, water temperature not higher than 60 degrees, but it all depends on the material. It is advisable to use liquid powders and conditioners, which will not make the product and threads shiny. It is advisable to dry things that were hemmed at home outside, but so that direct sunlight does not fall on them. Since under the influence of ultraviolet light, the folds on the skirt can dry out and crack, the same applies to cotton threads.

Skirts can be ironed at any temperature, ironing the shortened areas well. You should try not to wash hemmed items too often, because this can damage the seams, especially if they were done by hand. Threads will start sticking out from the edges of the fabric and it will look untidy.

In conclusion, it should be noted that making a skirt from pants is quite easy. You need to have a small set of skills and abilities in needlework. A more accurate lesson can be viewed in various master classes on the needlework site Postila.