Hand sewing elastic waistband

The guide below tells you how to sew elastic by hand. You can use the steps described to sew elastic until you have the option of a machine.

The elastic in the waistband of most leggings is sewn in during construction, and can't be pulled tighter. I found a quick and easy way around that...

A video tutorial on how to sew an elastic waistband.

For many people, elastic waistband is a synonym of comfort. Most commonly seen on skirts, pants and dresses, a garment with elasticized waist is easy to pull on, will stay in place all day and live with your body. Elastic waistbands also allow for small variations in fit and work great for most body types....

Day four of the Allegro Sew Along is the day that we tackle the waistband. I love the style of the Allegro waistband. Topstitching and a drawstring add nice little details that really create a finished look. The waistband is constructed with a front piece and a back piece. You will cut 2 of each, […]

This comprehensive step by step guide shares the best kept secret on how to sew an elastic waistband. Click here for all the info!

Included in the Modkid Perfect Legging pattern is our favorite knit waistband tutorial. What makes it so great? NO CASING!! Plus, it lays flat, and the elastic won't twist inside a casing. You just might find it to be your favorite too! We are going to show you just how we do it here too. Stitch your pre-cut elastic into a circle. If you don't have a length provided in your pattern, 1-2" less than the length around the wearer's waist is a good rule of thumb. The elastic should be cut shorter…

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