Before you start sewing trousers, you need to choose the right material. You need to decide on the season of wearing, since winter and summer styles are radically different. This article talks about how to calculate the fabric for trousers and which one to choose for sewing.
- Popular materials this year
- Which fabric to choose?
- PVC
- Corduroy (cotton) Balenciaga
- Twill (diagonal)
- Double thread
- Artificial and wool gabardine
- Natural materials are the best choice
- What types of trousers exist
- How much fabric do you need for trousers?
- Men's
- Women's
- Patterns of incredibly elegant trousers
- Cutting out large size trousers
Popular materials this year
It is better to make trousers for every day from light and breathable fabrics that do not wrinkle.
- For classic styles, it is better to take tweed fabric. Due to its density, it keeps warm for a long time, so it is better to wear it in autumn, it also easily repels moisture;
- Woolen materials are often used for sewing winter trousers. They are comfortable to wear and hold their shape well;
- For summer pants, it is better to take thin materials, like linen. They absorb water and allow the body to breathe, but they wrinkle very much, so constant ironing is necessary;
- One of the popular materials is denim (stretch). It has a high degree of stretch, hence the name. It is quite dense and can be of different colors, you can sew winter or summer styles of pants from it;
- One of the favorite materials for pants is polyester. It is very cheap and breathable, allowing the skin to breathe.
Which fabric to choose?
Attention! The choice of fabrics for trousers should be approached carefully. Incorrectly selected fabric can cause allergies or discomfort when worn. Trouser fabric has different types, below are the most popular materials.
PVC
This material has a number of advantages:
- PVC is very dense;
- It is durable and elastic, does not tear even when wet;
- The yarn thickness is approximately 120 tex;
- Resistant to fire and chemicals;
- Can be worn at temperatures up to 90 degrees.
These pants are often used for active recreation or sports.
Corduroy (cotton) Balenciaga
Balenciaga's traditional cotton-corduroy material with elastane. It has various shades in its repertoire.
The fabric is matte, a bit like velvet. Inside is a linen structure. The material is elastic and does not wrinkle, holds its shape, and is also resistant to deformation. When washed, it almost does not shrink. Such material requires proper care. It is better to use dry cleaning, if there is a lot of dirt, use only a delicate mode.
Twill (diagonal)
This material is double woven and is very dense and strong, like twill.
The composition may include materials such as silk, cotton or wool. Most often, twill is made from cotton and polyester in equal parts.
Double thread
Due to the rare weave, the material is very durable. It comes in different types:
- Linen (the most famous type, called rogozhka);
- Jacquard (with a large pattern);
- Sarzhev;
- Satin.
They are made using a special technology, two threads of canvas are woven with two threads of weft. Such products are best worn in summer or spring so that the skin can breathe.
Artificial and wool gabardine
Very often such fabrics are used to create outerwear. They are made from woolen threads. Only fine wool of merino sheep is used for the production of yarn.
Their wool is much softer and more pleasant than that of ordinary sheep. Gabardine is sometimes made from chemical fibers or cotton. Gabardine pants require some care, hand washing is necessary to avoid pilling.
Natural materials are the best choice
Flax is used for natural trousers. It is light and pleasant to wear. The material for sewing them is made from the fibers of the flax flower. The technology of obtaining flax helps to obtain threads of different density. To create light things, including linen trousers, combed flax is used, it has a small fiber diameter.
To produce suit trousers, flax threads from waste are used; this material is much denser.
Properties of linen fabrics:
- Pure and natural material;
- Wear-resistant and durable;
- Air circulates well;
- Increased thermal conductivity;
- Does not accumulate static electricity;
- Does not cause skin allergies;
- Quite easy to care for.
Trouser fabric always requires good care because it gets dirty faster than any other clothing. Before washing, it is necessary to read the rules on the label.
What types of trousers exist
Classic trousers are a must-have for every man. They are combined with jackets and derby shoes.
This style is mainly preferred for work or celebrations.
The colors are strict, black, dark blue or checkered; brightness is not welcome.
For your information! Cargo pants are based on the military uniform style. They are currently favored by fashionistas all over the world. They go well with sneakers, jumpers or polo shirts. Combining them with military style is considered bad form.
Slacks are a good choice for men of all ages. They are made of cotton, so they are very comfortable.
This style of pants can be worn in everyday life or for going out. They can be combined with almost any shoes.
How much fabric do you need for trousers?
Calculating the amount of fabric is one of the important stages of making pants. If you take too little, the product will be ruined; if you measure too much, you will have to hem it. Below is how much fabric is needed for men's and women's pants.
Men's
If the hip circumference is about 120 and the width is no more than 150 cm, the elements are folded into one length. The fabric consumption for trousers is calculated using the formula:
Length of trousers + 10 cm (for rise and allowances).
If cuffs are needed at the bottom, then another 10 cm is added. If the hip circumference is more than 100 cm, the cutting is done with a fold.
Women's
The layout of the trousers pattern on the fabric for a hip circumference of up to 100 cm and a width of 140 cm is done in one length.
The fabric for summer trousers for women is calculated using the formula: length of trousers + 10 cm.
If you need cuffs, then add another 10 cm. If the hip circumference is more than 100 cm, then you need to cut with a shift.
Attention! Children's pants are much easier to cut; a 100 cm piece of fabric is enough.
Patterns of incredibly elegant trousers
The most popular and fashionable trousers are those that have a flare or expansion at the bottom. These trousers are so popular because they visually lengthen the girl's legs. Below is a photo.
Cutting out large size trousers
It is important to emphasize that when cutting out pants, a problem often arises when you want to turn the template to the side, and then the patterns will fit well on the material in one length. This cannot be done, it is better to buy a little more material and lay out the patterns correctly.
And this needs to be done in such a way that the lines that cut the legs in half are located only along the grain of the fabric.
In conclusion, it should be noted that trouser fabric can be varied, when choosing it is necessary to take into account the scope of their use. They can be intended for everyday life, as well as for sports or active recreation. It is necessary to take into account the characteristics of the skin and allergic reactions to different fabrics.
