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Sewing: Jeans...2nd Pair
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Jeans...2nd Pair

Back

Side
New pocket...will add some rhinestones
Back
Front
pocket w/ crystals

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This project was made as part of a Craftsy course:
Jean-ius: Reverse Engineer Your Favorite Fit »

Instructions

Here's my 2nd pair made out of premium denim, 14oz 100% cotton. Sewing with such heavy material takes a little experience and practice, it's definitely more difficult than light weight. Not hemmed yet...want to wash 3-4 more times before hemming to be sure all lengthwise shrinkage is done. I did Kenneth's waistband this time instead of the Wriangler waistband...it's fine standing but huge gap ...
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Difficulty:

Category: Sewing

Type of item: Clothing

For: Tall

Style: Classic

Materials

14oz 100% cotton denim from Pacific Blue Denim

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

Don't choose super heavy weight fabric for your first pair if you are an inexperienced sewer.

 

23 comments

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Shelley52 on craftsy.com
Shelley52
Jan 05, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
Those just look great; how hard was this class? Would you recommend it for a beginner? I am really struggling with the pants fit by Sandra Betzina but I really like the pants she has for the class so I just have go to figure it out! Thanks
smasty on craftsy.com
smasty
Jan 07, 2013   Flag as inappropriate
Hi Shelly...Kenneth is a wonderful teacher, he goes through every step. I think you should dive in!! Use some less expensive fabric for your first pair. You will learn many fundamentals. Being able to ask questions as you go along is invaluable. You can do it!
TanjaH on craftsy.com
TanjaH
Dec 17, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
These are awesome! I love the pocket detail.
smasty on craftsy.com
smasty
Dec 17, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks Tanja
smasty on craftsy.com
smasty
Dec 05, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Thanks Lynne, I wore them to a party this last weekend and got comments on them. One gal asked where I bought them, said they looked like NYDJ jeans but she couldn't ID the pocket
Lynne O on craftsy.com
Lynne O
Nov 06, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Great fit and I love the pockets!
Ms. BB on craftsy.com
Ms. BB
Oct 30, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Beautiful job. Such perfectly straight stitches and the embroidered pocket is very pretty.
smasty on craftsy.com
smasty
Oct 31, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you! I've got the 3rd pair cut and ready to sew.
rlhood39 on craftsy.com
rlhood39
Oct 29, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
You have done a great job!!! Soon you'll be ready to open your own shop. Your jeans do look great.
smasty on craftsy.com
smasty
Oct 31, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you! I wore them for a full day for the first time, the fit feels so nice.
Scheri Manson on craftsy.com
Scheri Manson
Oct 26, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Great job. Nothing better than a great fitting pair of jeans.
smasty on craftsy.com
smasty
Oct 28, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
That's for sure! Thanks!
smasty on craftsy.com
smasty
Oct 25, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
One comment on the back pocket design....it's not the right scale. Jean fashion these days is all about the pocket, right? I will keep working the design till I have it right!
Rainer on craftsy.com
Rainer
Oct 25, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
They look great !
Rainer on craftsy.com
Rainer
Oct 25, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
They look great !
Rainer on craftsy.com
Rainer
Oct 25, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
How long can we view the video class..is it forever or do we have a limited time ?
Rainer on craftsy.com
Rainer
Oct 25, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
How long can we view the video class..is it forever or do we have a limited time ?
smasty on craftsy.com
smasty
Oct 25, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Thanks!! I think 11-12 oz is a good starting place. I happen to really love heavy denim....from my teen years with Levi's 501 Shrink to fits.
Davesmom on craftsy.com
Davesmom
Oct 25, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Your pants look great. I have this class but have not tried making jeans yet. I'll make sure my material is light weight, when I do. Thanks!!
smasty on craftsy.com
smasty
Oct 25, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Not too light. An 11-12 oz would be easier for the first pair than 14oz. It's such a fun class!
Davesmom on craftsy.com
Davesmom
Oct 25, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
OK! Thank you.
JoygotGod on craftsy.com
JoygotGod
Oct 25, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Very nice!
smasty on craftsy.com
smasty
Oct 25, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
thanks!

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