Let’s prep to make trousers fit! Simplicity 9647

Join me as I prep to make trouser pattern Simplicity 9647. Trousers are the top garment sewists approach with fit challenges, waist, hips, and especially the front and back crotch(rise) areas. We begin with measurements, reading the back of the pattern envelope to determine size to cut as you compare body measurements to finish garment measurements.
- determine size to cut (what's your body measurements and how much ease is comfortable for you as you review the finished garment measurements?
- measure the front and back crotch lines on the actual pattern and compare to your body measurements
- make adjustments to the pattern- most commonly the back crotch(rise) - all on the pattern before cutting into fabric
Pattern:
Simplicity 9647
Taking Accurate Measurements:
• Taking Body Measurements

[@royajahani1]

Thank you!!!! I literally was just thinking about how we don't have enough tutorials anymore these days...I love this!! Ty!! ❤

[@barbaraw5256]

Thank you so much for an excellent detailed tutorial. I hope you continue with the development of these pants.

[@sandielloyd7530]

Hi, you just popped up on my feed. Your explanation for a good fit is so clear and easy to understand.
I have subscribed and eagerly awaiting part 2 ❤ 🇬🇧

[@conniesmith9989]

Hi from Texas. Thank you, thank you and thank you. Interesting and something to think about.

[@jeremiah5230]

Wow! You’re very good at explaining this. Just what I needed. THANKS!!

[@NikkiGSewingMyStyle]

You’re so welcome ! Glad it was helpful

[@LadyDIYer]

Thank you for sharing. This tutorial is so helpful for a novice

[@sewingroom8625]

Thank you, be blessed

[@blufaerie]

I’m glad you posted this. Ever since that fitting class I took with you and Sew Creative Lounge, I’ve used the measuring guide and measured my patterns against my body measurements RELIGIOUSLY! So much more success! ❤

[@NikkiGSewingMyStyle]

Love this for you! Thanks for sharing - the numbers don’t lie so that? Good luck continuing to get a good fit 😊😊

[@cydmoney12]

Thanks for the explanation along with the visual. I really needed that.❤

[@Life50Plus]

Great tutorial! This will help with the shorts I plan to make for the summer. Thank you Nikki.

[@NikkiGSewingMyStyle]

Perfect! Happy it was helpful

[@nikkiedmond-pecou5412]

Love this! I saved the reel that you did on this on IG. I use your exact instructions and have been getting a good fit and when I forget to make the adjustments...it never works. This video will help me get a great fit. Thank you.

[@sonyasew2]

WoW thank you so much. I haven’t sewed pants before but I am going to try this month.

[@dgunnslate]

Thanks for this video, Nikki! I'm saving this! This motivates me to end my year-long sewing hiatus. ❤️ -Darlena

[@NikkiGSewingMyStyle]

You can do it! Missing you

[@mariefink3024]

Thank you sooo much for this. This is a keeper!

[@angelahart2776]

Mrs. Nikki, you are so full of helpful information. Thank you for sharing your blessings with us 🫶🏾.

[@NikkiGSewingMyStyle]

You’re so welcome! Love sharing the good stuff

[@user-pp8yo9fn6j]

Very Good Information. Thank you!

[@ladonnacokley3847]

So good! Thank you! Keep them coming!!

[@NikkiGSewingMyStyle]

You’re so welcome. Glad you found it helpful

[@lovelylady8074]

This is great. Thank you.

[@yesitwraps]

Thanks 🧵🪡🧵🪡🫶

[@jeanwalker2473]

Okay I like the way it fits can you show us the the instructions of the pattern how did they come out is it another video

[@barbarasnow4304]

Thank you so much, you’re a very good explainer! I do have a question, why did you measure the cut line on the crotch curve and not the seam allowance line? Thank you!😊

[@NikkiGSewingMyStyle]

Hey Barbara - I measured the line without the seam allowance on each end seam. I always think there’s nothing wrong with a little ease in your measurments, especially in the crotch area

[@barbarasnow4304]

@@NikkiGSewingMyStyle that makes sense! Thanks 😊