This is first and only video I’ve seen that addresses the high and low crotch measurements I have. I’m an experienced sewist but have never been able to make pants that fit. I’ve tried Nancy Zeiman and Palmer and Pletcher methods and they don’t not work. Thank thank thank you. I’m buying Surefit patterns now.!
This was exactly what I needed. I have 8-1/2” front ties and a 16-1/4” back rise. I adjusted my pattern and made a test garment before I saw this. Keeping the side seam the same height as the back rise makes total sense. Back to the pattern to make this correction. As it is now I have a tall center back sloping to the original side seam. Looks very odd. By using this technique I will finally have pants that fit! Thank you so much for sharing this video and your knowledge.
This extra 1/2" really get 'eaten' up in overall fit. Plus it is always difficult to measure with 100% accuracy. In my experience, this extra bit at CF has always been necessary. Your suggestion may work too. There are always different options.
Hi Your video is easy to understand to get clear view for trousers drafting methods & crouch adjustment,it's really good point for every learners should know.thanks keep updated the valuable fitting points for pattern making,,have great day.....
My front crotch measures 11” and back 15” with a 40” waist and there is no line to accommodate this front measurement. What do you suggest please Glenda.
The half is also part of "wearing ease". When you sit, if there is not that little bit extra of fabric length then the crotch of your pants will get very friendly. ;)
I am one of those with a short crotch depth...10 inches. My confusion when drafting pants is do I reduce this to accommodate the width (height) of a waist band? So with a 2 inch waistband I make the crotch depth 8 inches? I think it would also affect the length of the darts, isnt it? I'd be really glad to have your advice.
That's correct...if you remove 2" from the waist level, it would make your crotch length 8". Yes, it affects the dart as it gets narrower the lower down you go. But in theory, the lower the waist edge, the less dart width you'd require.
Excuse me, I have a question, if you can help me If we reduce the width of the crotch in the front of the pants, is it effective in the beauty of the pants? In some methods (for one size), the front crotch width is, for example, 6, but in others it is 5 or 4 which one is better ?? And give us better pants? I'm sorry if I wrote bad English
Hi Linda. Will this same grid method work for Men's pants? It's terrible... Son got the butt curve that mommy dreamed off, and can't get pants to fit. I'm so jealous!
Just a quick correction...my name is Glenda, not Linda. Yes, this process will work for men's pants. Please see this information on our Men's Pants Package, which needs to be used in conjunction with the ladies Pants Kit - surefitdesigns.com/collections/fitting-sewing-pattern-kits/products/mens-pants-instructional-package
This is first and only video I’ve seen that addresses the high and low crotch measurements I have. I’m an experienced sewist but have never been able to make pants that fit. I’ve tried Nancy Zeiman and Palmer and Pletcher methods and they don’t not work. Thank thank thank you. I’m buying Surefit patterns now.!
This was exactly what I needed. I have 8-1/2” front ties and a 16-1/4” back rise. I adjusted my pattern and made a test garment before I saw this. Keeping the side seam the same height as the back rise makes total sense. Back to the pattern to make this correction. As it is now I have a tall center back sloping to the original side seam. Looks very odd. By using this technique I will finally have pants that fit! Thank you so much for sharing this video and your knowledge.
Very well explaination madam Glenda.... thankbyou so much
You are most welcome.
This extra 1/2" really get 'eaten' up in overall fit. Plus it is always difficult to measure with 100% accuracy. In my experience, this extra bit at CF has always been necessary. Your suggestion may work too. There are always different options.
Perfect!! Exactly what I was looking for!! Thank you so much. So glad I found you.
thanks Dorothy...I'm glad this information was of benefit for you.
Thank you this is very helpful. Off to get my hubby to help with the measurements.😁
@Gertrude Welsh - You are most welcome. I'm glad this information was beneficial.
Hi
Your video is easy to understand to get clear view for trousers drafting methods & crouch adjustment,it's really good point for every learners should know.thanks keep updated the valuable fitting points for pattern making,,have great day.....
I really love your videos, I wish I could take a class of yours. I love making clothes but I do have problems measuring.
I'm glad my videos are helpful for you. Kindly, Glenda
My front crotch measures 11” and back 15” with a 40” waist and there is no line to accommodate this front measurement. What do you suggest please Glenda.
Thank you so much fo your instructions can you say from where we can buy your instructions book
The half is also part of "wearing ease". When you sit, if there is not that little bit extra of fabric length then the crotch of your pants will get very friendly. ;)
I am one of those with a short crotch depth...10 inches. My confusion when drafting pants is do I reduce this to accommodate the width (height) of a waist band? So with a 2 inch waistband I make the crotch depth 8 inches? I think it would also affect the length of the darts, isnt it? I'd be really glad to have your advice.
That's correct...if you remove 2" from the waist level, it would make your crotch length 8". Yes, it affects the dart as it gets narrower the lower down you go. But in theory, the lower the waist edge, the less dart width you'd require.
Excellent, exactly what I was looking for, thank you
You are most welcome. I'm glad the information is of value for you.
Excuse me, I have a question, if you can help me
If we reduce the width of the crotch in the front of the pants, is it effective in the beauty of the pants?
In some methods (for one size), the front crotch width is, for example, 6, but in others it is 5 or 4
which one is better ?? And give us better pants? I'm sorry if I wrote bad English
Thank you! Your videos are sooooooooo helpful!
Thanks, you have increase front rise to keep 'u' shape at CF, if we can't increase front rise how will amend.
Hi Linda. Will this same grid method work for Men's pants? It's terrible... Son got the butt curve that mommy dreamed off, and can't get pants to fit. I'm so jealous!
Just a quick correction...my name is Glenda, not Linda. Yes, this process will work for men's pants. Please see this information on our Men's Pants Package, which needs to be used in conjunction with the ladies Pants Kit - surefitdesigns.com/collections/fitting-sewing-pattern-kits/products/mens-pants-instructional-package
Need a video for beginners please
This information is for beginners who have a longer back crotch length than front crotch length.
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