![]() ![]() ![]() When you think about wardrobe staples these days, it's difficult to ignore a good pair of leggings. Apart from being an incredibly versatile wardrobe basic, they can also be the hero piece of an outfit, especially with a cute print or eye-catching embellishment. In this tutorial you'll learn how to make a super-cute pair of heart-appliqued leggings from scratch, just in time for Valentine's Day. Supplies
Step 1: Measure YourselfMeasurements are very important for making the perfect-fitting pattern. For your leggings, take the following measurements:
You may also need to add the thigh circumference to the measurements. Write your measurements on a piece of paper and check them twice before your start drawing the pattern. Step 2: Draw the Pattern![]() ![]() ![]() You need to be very accurate at this point. Use this guide as a reference to draw the sewing pattern, according to your measurements. Lay your paper in portrait orientation and draw a vertical axis to divide it in half. This guide line should always divide your horizontal measurements exactly in half. Use the total length measurement and mark little points along the guide line, starting from the bottom and ending at the top. The top point will indicate the waist height and the bottom point the ankle height. Draw a line perpendicular to the vertical axis. Start from the centre and draw half of the ankle measurement on the left side and the other half on the right side. Add the knee and waist measurements the same way. Remember that the waist circumference is divided in half. ![]() ![]() ![]() Use the inseam length to find the crotch height. Draw a horizontal guide line. Starting from the waist measurement points, draw two lines perpendicular to the crotch line. Extend them to the top of the paper. Now use these guide lines to mark front and back rise length. If your measurements are correct so far, the front rise length will end on the waist height and the back will go above it. Join these two points. Place your right triangle along the new waist line. Attach the right angle edge, to the back rise length top point and draw a perpendicular line that intersects the crotch line. Now use the curve ruler to draw curves, filling in the lower corners of the front and back rise lines. Join the end of the curve with the knee point and the ankle point. Do the same for the other side. Step 3: Check and Cut It Out![]() ![]() ![]() Now your pattern is ready. At this point, it would be wise to check your measurements again. Referring to the pattern guide, cut along the red lines. Make clean cuts and try to stay on the lines. Now you have the pattern for one leg. Step 4: Lay on Fabric, Pin and Mark![]() ![]() ![]() The fabric I have used is 80 per cent viscose and 20 per cent elastane, as I prefer natural fibres. You can use any type of elastic fabric you like. Just make sure it contains at least 10 to 20 per cent elastic fibres. Always remember to wash your fabric before you start working with it. Fold the fabric in half width-wise. Keep good sides together. Lay the pattern on the wrong side of fabric. Leave about 5 to 6cm (according to your elastic width) from the top. Try to keep the vertical axis parallel to selvage, so you take advantage of the fabric's full elasticity. ![]() ![]() ![]() Remember to leave free space around the pattern for seam allowance. Pin in several places to secure it in place. Use tailor's chalk to mark around the pattern. Step 5: Mark Waistband Width |
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