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I finished my Dash pants tonight and I really like them, I used a lightweight waffle knit I found at Hobby Lobby. I chose the high waisted 1.5 “ elastic band. Very comfortable.. I would like to make another pair soon.
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Woohoo, got my pattern printed, now to find some fabric in my stash.
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So I finished one pair for me, they turned out ok, rather loose fitting, I think next time, I will taper the legs toward the ankle as I found them rather baggy for my personal choice. The fabric I used was a lightweight viscose knit I had in my stash, so a heavier weight material would be a much better choice. Good lounging pants for the house.
I made a second pair for my husband. These turned out way better and he’s taller so fit him better in the leg without shortening the length. I probably could have made one size smaller for him, as they were a big baggy across the front but that’s ok as he has room to bend and sit. 😆Made his from needle corduroy from my stash.
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Thank you for this sewing challenge. I haven't sewn clothes for me in quite a while. I have sewn a pair of pants with a pattern that I have already altered to fit me. I have a couple more pants planned out using a different pattern that I have also altered for my body. I will attempt to upload a photo of the first pair of pants.
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The Dash Sweatpants Sew With Me is now available, with a big focus on sewing an elevated, expensive-looking waistband.
This isn’t a step-by-step sew-along — it’s a look at the construction choices and details I use when I want a basic garment to feel polished and intentional.
You can watch it on YouTube https://youtu.be/1e95xDI1ZcA or directly in the January section of Sew Together. If you try any of these waistband techniques, I’d love to hear how they work for you!
What stitch did you use to sew on the elastic channels? It looks like straight stitch but how would this stretch with the elastic?
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Hi I'm Margaret from Melbourne Australia,I have just printed my dash pants pattern this morning so now to assemble the pages . I have purchased a neutral coloured French terry and that is currently in the wash .The plan is to cut out the pattern pieces toninght ready for the sew a long .
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How is everyone getting on? I must admit, so far I have only taped together one leg of the pattern. Still not sure what fabric from my stash I want to use, and I was also thinking about doing the hoodie to match. 🫠
I ran out of fabric and had to cut out a front leg not on the grain... I'm not sure exactly how badly it's going to impact the pants overall, but it's a pretty heavy french terry without a lot of stretch, so I'm hoping it's not too noticeable :( Other than that, this is my first time making pants. I've really just done shirts and accessories, so I'm waiting for the video to make sure I 100% understand how to do the pockets because I can't quite visualize it. I was going to do the hoodie too! but I grossly overestimated how much fabric I had to match lol I might still do it just without it being a matching set.
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Hi, you guys! I've been keeping up with all your comments and so happy to hear about your progress in making the Dash Sweatpants! I have been working behind the scenes to get you guys some codes and perks for participating and I have a couple of pattern updates, too. 1. For February's pattern, we will be making the Core Tee. The lovely people at iSeeFabric.com have partnered with me to offer you guys a code for your fabric. From now through February 28th, get free shipping on any order (Challenge or not) with the code FREESHIPHEM. I'll be reminding you of this with other February videos and posts, but be sure to give their site a look...all of their fabrics are a dream! 2. November's Peppermint Magazine is NOT size inclusive. In fact, they couldn't even give me finished garment measurement for it. So, I'm going to be offering an alternativ…
Hi Lindsey, The Iseefabric.com fabrics looks amazing, and I would buy some, but sadly the discount coupon is not valid in Canada and shipping cost would be too expensive. They do have some lovely fabrics at good prices. Maybe just mention that coupon is not valid on Canada/ international shipping. Cheers!
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I started sewing but got stumped on the 3 step where you sew the outside leg back to front. What do you do with the pockets?
Love those. Great job. Look great. I never thought about a waffle knit. I've been putting off making them as I don't have sweatshirt fabric. I have been shopping my stash to find something to make them out of. I think I might have waffle knit.