What You’ll Need:
- Fabric (approximately 3 yards)
- Elastic band (1 inch wide)
- Measuring tape
- Scissors
- Sewing machine or needle and thread
- Pins
Step 1: Take Accurate Measurements
Using a measuring tape, take your hip measurement and add a few inches for comfort. This will help determine the width of your fabric. Next, measure the desired length of your palazzo pants from your waist to the hemline and add an extra inch for the hem.
Step 2: Cut the Fabric
Using the measurements from Step 1, cut two equal-sized fabric pieces. Make sure each piece’s width is equal to your hip measurement plus a few extra inches. The length should match your desired pants length.
Step 3: Sew the Legs
Place the fabric pieces together, with their right sides facing each other. Pin the edges together to secure them. Using a sewing machine or needle and thread, stitch up both sides of the fabric, leaving the top open for the waistband. Remember to leave room for the hem at the bottom.
Step 4: Create the Waistband
At the top of your fabric, fold over about 1 inch of fabric towards the inside, creating a casing for the elastic waistband. Pin it in place, leaving a small opening to insert the elastic through. Sew along the folded edge, leaving the opening unstitched.
Step 5: Insert the Elastic
Attach a safety pin to one end of the elastic band and thread it through the casing you created in Step 4. Once the elastic is all the way through, adjust it to your desired waist size and secure the ends together. Sew the opening closed to secure the elastic in place.
Step 6: Finish with the Hem
On the bottom of each pant leg, fold over approximately half an inch of fabric towards the inside to create the hemline. Pin it in place and sew along the folded edge to secure the hem.
Final Thoughts
Congratulations! By following these simple steps, you’ve successfully made your own pair of palazzo pants. Play around with different fabrics and patterns to personalize your creations. Don’t be afraid to experiment and have fun while sewing. Soon, you’ll have a fabulous collection of palazzo pants that are as unique as you are!