Simple patterns for sewing jeans yourself

Some people think that sewing jeans on their own is too difficult. This opinion is due to the fact that the fabric is thick, and not every sewing machine is capable of processing seams. It is really impossible to make a classic model with your own hands. However, it is possible to make high-quality denim trousers at home. The article will tell you in detail how to sew jeans.

The main thing: choosing the style and fabric

Before sewing, the craftswoman must choose the most suitable style for her. When thinking about how to sew jeans, you need to consider the following:

1. The classic version will look good on various types of adult and children's figures.
2. Jeans with torn holes can be used. This style is considered fashionable.
3. For tall girls, the most flattering style is "Skinny".
4. In some cases, they make not only trousers, but overalls.
5. Owners of full figures or broad shoulders are advised to focus on a straight cut or pay attention to the “Banana” or “Flared” style.
6. If a girl has a model figure like Barbie, she will look good in boyfriend jeans. However, this option is not suitable in cases where it should be worn by the owner of short legs. The situation can be corrected if you combine jeans of this style with high heels.
7. For pregnant women, a special cut is required.

You can wear various accessories that match your style with jeans. For example, you can additionally sew a denim bag.

It is important to choose the right fabric from which jeans will be sewn.

When buying, you can check the fabric. Just take a damp cloth and lightly run it over the material. If even a little paint remains on it, it is not suitable for sewing.

The desired density of the fabric depends on the season for which the trousers are planned to be sewn. If we mean hot summer time, then summer fabric is needed. In the case when jeans are supposed to be worn in the cold season, then you need to choose a denser one.

It should be noted that sewing trousers with thick fabric will be much more difficult.

It makes sense to pay attention to the content of elastane in denim. The more there is, the more the jeans will stretch over time.

If you plan to sew jeans intended for wearing in cold weather (for example, for a child), then it makes sense to use a lining fabric. Usually, interlining is used for this purpose.

What you will need: materials and tools

You need to use a strong and reliable zipper. The process of sewing it in is usually relatively complicated. This should be done so that you do not have to change this part in the near future.

You will need to stock up on threads and a special machine needle that is suitable for denim. You will need to stock up on two different colors. Some threads should match the fabric, and others should be contrasting for stitching the seams. You may need buttons or appliques for decoration.

In addition to the above, you will also need:

• sewing machine;
• scissors;
• pins;
• rivets;
• hammer;
• rivet lock.

You will need some details to complete the decor.

Taking measurements and calculating fabric

Before sewing jeans, you need to determine how much fabric you need. For sewing, you will need 1.4 m, provided that you need a piece 1.5 m wide. Such a piece will be enough even for size 52. Before cutting, you need to decatize the fabric. This treatment includes washing and ironing. In some cases, it is enough to use ironing with steam. This is necessary so that the already sewn jeans or skirt do not shrink as a result of washing.

If there is enough fabric left after sewing, then you can, for example, sew a backpack from it.

For the exact size of the fabric cut, you need to consider that the size should correspond to the length of the trousers with the addition of 20-25 cm. The last part is necessary for hemming the fabric in the trousers and for sewing the waist part of the jeans. This is how the sizes are calculated if the half-girth of the hips is less than the width of the cut.

If this is not the case, then it is necessary to take double the length of the product.

The sizes on which the jeans pattern is based are:

• hip circumference;
• waist circumference;
• waist height;
• height to crotch;
• knee height.

Based on these dimensions, the prepared diagram is refined.

Pattern of jeans trousers

The construction of a pattern for men's or women's jeans depends on the experience and skill of the craftsman. If the jeans are created by a beginner, it is better to use one of the ready-made options.

You can use old trousers as a pattern. They should fit tightly to the body. Their pattern can be used directly for sewing jeans.

When cutting by hand, it is necessary to take into account that the trousers will gradually stretch when worn. Therefore, it is recommended to reduce the dimensions of the parts by half a centimeter.

Sewing jeans with your own hands: instructions

Sewing women's jeans requires meticulousness and attention. Correct execution of each operation during sewing guarantees a quality product. When sewing, it is recommended to do fittings regardless of the class of the master.

This will help you to specify the pattern sizes used and create jeans that are exactly the right size. Below is a step-by-step guide on how to sew jeans yourself.

Sewing the parts together

Before you start sewing, the fabric needs to be ironed thoroughly. After that, you don’t have to worry about creases forming when sewing.

Work on creating the product begins with stitching the back central seam. In this case, two symmetrical fragments are connected with a seam that must be processed with an overlock on a machine.

It is necessary to make another seam parallel to this one at the place where the fabric is joined. In this case, the strength of the connection will be significantly higher.

Then you need to sew the denim side seams of the left and right legs from the outside. It will be better if they are also processed with an overlock.

Next, you need to sew the inner side seams. This can be done, for example, as a single seam running from the inner end of one leg across the top to the lower end of the other leg.

The jeans pattern may include darts in the waist section to narrow the trousers at the waist.

Sew in a zipper

Installing a zipper is one of the most difficult operations in creating this product.

Below we will tell you how to sew a zipper into jeans:

1. Where the cut ends, a hole must be made in the front using an awl through two layers of fabric.
2. A small cut is made one and a half centimeters higher, which is necessary for installing the zipper. In the front part, the fabric is cut from top to bottom to this point.
3. The clasp should be sewn on the wrong side on the right side. It is recommended to attach it with a light glue, then sew it securely. The use of pins is not recommended, as they can tighten the fabric.

4. You need to create a drawing of the nameplate. This part is designed to cover the zipper from the inside and protect it from contact with the body. It needs to be made separately, then turned inside out.
5. The label is attached over the zipper, lightly secured with water-soluble glue, then securely sewn on.
6. Now you need to sew the second element of the zipper to the base of the jeans.

Now the installation of this part by the master is finished.

Pockets

To make the front pockets, it is enough to use any light material. This new detail is a square with one open side. They are sewn on by making a seam from the bottom and sides.

The seams must be done beautifully and neatly so that a person in jeans does not look like a thug.

To install the back pockets, they need to be cut out and tailored.

Next you need to do the following:

1. The back pockets need to be pinned to the main part of the trousers in the right places.
2. They need to be ground down.
3. In order to increase the strength of the connection, it is recommended to duplicate the seams made. For strength, they can also be processed using a zigzag seam. Jeans for a husband should provide stronger seams for pockets.

When making pockets, you need to remember that their location is classic: two in the front and two in the back, and another small pocket located inside one of the front ones.

For beauty when sewing jeans on pockets, before sewing them on, you can make decorative seams, appliques or other decorations.

In some models of trousers, instead of all or some of the pockets, they are imitated.

Processing the edges of the fabric and hemming the trousers

Jeans should not only be durable and reliable, but also beautiful. At the same time, you need to pay serious attention to the individual processing of the legs. The edges should be stitched using a chain or shuttle stitch.

Skinny jeans with a high elastane content will benefit most from the first of these. Since the fabric of this composition tends to gradually stretch with wear, the chain stitch will prevent the old seams that hold it from tearing.

The bottom of the trousers needs to be folded. It can be attached with pins or adhesive tape. The latter option is considered more suitable.

Belt loop

In order to wear a belt, a woman will need to sew in belt loops – loops through which it will be threaded.

You need to choose the right thickness for them. It will be difficult to put a belt through ones that are too wide, and ones that are too narrow will not be simple enough.

They should be located no less than 8–10 cm along the entire length of the belt.

Before sewing them on, they need to be ironed well. This should be done in such a way that the allowances are adjusted inward. After that, they need to be pinned and sewn on securely.

Fastening rivets

To install rivets when sewing jeans, you will need to use a special clamp and a hammer. They are installed along the edges of the pockets. These details have not only a decorative but also a functional value.

Making jeans with your own hands is quite possible. However, it is necessary to do the work according to the instructions, acting precisely and carefully. As a result, practical, comfortable and beautiful jeans will be made that will please a woman or a girl for a long time.