Sewing Elastic

A video tutorial on how to sew an elastic waistband.

Okay, the above picture doesn't look like much. That's the point! It's the easiest way to sew elastic to a waistline without the telltale topstitching of an e

This is a very basic question – I know, but I was just wondering if there was a formula to follow for cutting elastic for a waist band. I seem […]

Okay, the above picture doesn't look like much. That's the point! It's the easiest way to sew elastic to a waistline without the telltale topstitching of an e

Okay, the above picture doesn't look like much. That's the point! It's the easiest way to sew elastic to a waistline without the telltale topstitching of an e

Here are three tutorials that offer tips and tricks to help you successfully sew elastic waistbands.

Sewing elastic in an elastic waistband, neck or cuffs is an easy way to make garments. Best way how to sew elastic step by step for beginners.

There are many ways to do a waistband and a particular favourite of mine is the elastic back with a flat front. I find Miss 13 likes this style and wears it in many of her skirts & skirt style shorts. It can also help with not having to add any closures to some of your garments. 1. Take your back piece, fold a 5mm hem and then fold waistband over as per pattern or at least the width of your elastic. 2. Thread through your elastic 3. Secure the ends of the elastic with some baste stitching 4...

The Haby Goddess: Tutorial: Elastic waistband with flat front

Hate how your elastic always twists around in your waistband casing? Never again! Thanks to this handy step-by-step tutorial!