So, for my other sewing project - one where it doesn't really matter if I screw up or not - I decided that I basically need someone bossing me around. And who better to boss me than Kenneth King?
So, I signed up for Jean-ius! Reverse Engineer Your Favorite Fit on Craftsy. My goal is not to knock off jeans, but my favorite trousers, seen here:
Phin is a big fan of these trousers on me. And the fit is pretty spot on. I'd love a pair in white.
Now, drafting pants might not seem like a less complicated or easier project, but it certainly is less stressful. Since I won't be working on leather, there is a lot of margin for error. And there are very clear step-by-step instructions. I've watched the first several lessons and I am very impressed with how detailed and organized the class is. It's thorough without being overwhelming and Kenneth King is a wonderful speaker and teacher.
Anyway, step one is to baste along all the seam lines, grainlines and details (pockets, fly, etc).
I still have to baste in the crosswise grain lines at knee and crotch level.
The only part that I have to figure out is how to account for the two darts on the back, since the jeans KK is using for the demonstration have no darts. I'll probably refer to the article on knocking off your favorite pants that was in Threads a few years ago.
Honestly, I'm relieved to have a project that has incredibly detailed instructions (thank you, Kenneth) as compared to my Burda leather jacket. Sometimes, it's nice not to have to figure out every step as I go.
So, I signed up for Jean-ius! Reverse Engineer Your Favorite Fit on Craftsy. My goal is not to knock off jeans, but my favorite trousers, seen here:
Phin is a big fan of these trousers on me. And the fit is pretty spot on. I'd love a pair in white.
Now, drafting pants might not seem like a less complicated or easier project, but it certainly is less stressful. Since I won't be working on leather, there is a lot of margin for error. And there are very clear step-by-step instructions. I've watched the first several lessons and I am very impressed with how detailed and organized the class is. It's thorough without being overwhelming and Kenneth King is a wonderful speaker and teacher.
Anyway, step one is to baste along all the seam lines, grainlines and details (pockets, fly, etc).
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| Pants with basted guide lines |
I still have to baste in the crosswise grain lines at knee and crotch level.
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| Up close |
The only part that I have to figure out is how to account for the two darts on the back, since the jeans KK is using for the demonstration have no darts. I'll probably refer to the article on knocking off your favorite pants that was in Threads a few years ago.
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