I just made these today. I'm a plus size girl, and the pattern she describes works just fine! Take those 3 measurements she explains, and the you have to add 5 inches to your waist measurement for the between-the-legs part, and a few inches all around for seam allowance. It was super easy and they look really cute!

@sylvialove3953

Жыл бұрын

Hi Reecca, where did you add the 5 inches? Would you have any pics that you could share, what they look like on a +size women? I'm 55 and a size 16 Aus and I want to make a pair of these for a Christmas function. Any help would be great.😃

@Nikki-qu3dq

Жыл бұрын

@@sylvialove3953 did you figure out where she added the extra inches? Also, how is the waist measured? Is that the measurement across the top before it's folded in half to cut the crotch piece out?

@SWilliams-01

11 ай бұрын

I think she added 5” to the waist, 5” to the crotch and 2” all around for seam allowance.

@lakshmikesari7867

3 ай бұрын

How much total fabric do I need to buy for this ? I’m a mid size woman EU44-46

@thebookwyrmslair6757

Ай бұрын

​@@lakshmikesari7867 Depends on the width and length of your fabric. :) I'm 42" waist and 52" hips, and 42" waist to floor. If I use extra wide cotton (for quilt backing), I can easily get away with one yard. If I'm using quilting cotton (~44 in across), I'll get 2 yards, or 2.5 if I want more of a palazzo style.

For the straps on the front to the back. I put elastic in and sew it shut So it gets connected . When you put them on you step into the front to back loop, that way no bulky bow in the back and I feel more secure in it.

@purpleicicles

6 күн бұрын

Yesssss, I was thinking something similar! Also much better for the bathroom - I don't want to drag my pretty trousers on the floor!

Just one adjustment: for those of us with "more junk in the trunk," the "crotchal" measurement would not be divided in half. It needs to skew more to the back.

@TheDIYDesigner

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@alexandramay4278

5 жыл бұрын

hey! how exactly would you do that? :) would it still work with lying it flat and cutting a u-shape?

@hazeleyes6061

5 жыл бұрын

@@alexandramay4278 Maybe divide the whole measurement in 3. 1/3 for the front and 2/3 for the back, I guess.

@EasternDresses

4 жыл бұрын

That's correct even for petite measurements sometimes. The back is generally 3-4 inches more than the front.

@jinncass

4 жыл бұрын

@@hazeleyes6061 So, how would we cut it? cuz we can't fold the leg in half and cut anymore. Do we split each leg piece in half - one with the front crotch size and the other with the back ?

Planning to make some of these for myself, and the universe (or at least the KZread algorithm) put this video right in front of me - thank you for the simple and easy-to-follow instructions!

I'm always so curious about the dislikes. This is a very straight-forward, easy to understand tutorial about a garment that ACTUALLY LOOKS CUTE. So.... what's not to like???

@alexandr.stolpovskych

3 ай бұрын

Placement of the waist measurement is missing

Too funny!!! I made and wore these pants in late 70’s early 80’s. The only difference was I made the tie straps, one long piece that encased the pants also... making the waist band and ties all one piece. Thanks for bringing back great memories Orly. ❤️

@timndonna

2 жыл бұрын

Same. In the 70's! Only I tie dyed them. Also thrift store shopped for old lady cotton slips. Tie dyed and sold as sundresses. Those were the days!

I tried making these by following the video and learned a couple of things: 1) Use the waist measurement: The width of the fabric when folded in half needs to include your 1/2 waist measurement plus the 5" or so that you cut out for the crotch. 2)Account for a hem or the waistband when cutting the length: if you do it just like Orly does, add 1/2" for the doubled-over 1/4" hem and 11/4" for the waistband for a total addition of 1.75" to your length measurement. If you want a wider hem (I did, based on my material choice), be sure to add that. Sadly, I didn't realize any of this until it was too late and I'm either going to make these pants and give them to the Goodwill or toss the material and try again. Love the look and simplicity, though!

@TheDIYDesigner

5 жыл бұрын

All great tips! Thanks!

@cathywaugh

5 жыл бұрын

I wish I saw your comment before I made these. I did the same thing. Bummer...

@cathidoherty2581

5 жыл бұрын

I would also make the back ties skinnier so they don’t bulge or show as much.

@ynoh-tipotehharris5307

5 жыл бұрын

I simply added another color of the same fabric as a panel to makeup for the s/a and the 5 inches cut out of the u. Also, if you have a really wide hip to waist ratio, u may want to use your hip measurement to ensure that the pants wrap around your hips. When I did it initially, it wouldn't even close over my hips. When I added the panels. It did.

@corinnefig6805

4 жыл бұрын

@@cathywaugh I did the same as well and the fabric was an expensive one. Now I'm trying again but on a cheaper fabric.

This is the only video I've found for these style pants that actually explains how to take your measurements. All other ones just say "make this 5 inches and make this 30 inches" or whatever and I'm like "but I want more coverage! Idk how to do that." I'm not a seamstress but this seems easy enough! Thank you!

Thank you so much for posting this! A friend of mine showed me how to do this during an old bellydancing class, and I immediately wanted to try it. But I lost the napkin she gave me, and I've been looking for this pattern ever since. Finding this video, and your easy, fun instructions, is the culmination for years of searching! I can't wait to try it!

I love these type of pants. Wore them all the time in the '70's and didn't realize they are popular again until just recently. Have looked lots of places to find affordable ones but, as I sew quite well, this is an even better solution. I think I will sew myself 4 or 5 pair this weekend. THANK YOU!

I totally love this video. I'm an old lady and I feel I can do these pants. I'm going to do them in a lightweight linen for a wedding reception. Thank you so much!

@khm2128

4 жыл бұрын

I was thinking of using linen also!!!

@cxqcxq5176

Жыл бұрын

Sounds lovely. How did it turn out??

@LisaWilcox

Жыл бұрын

They turned out awesome!

I just did a mock up with a goodwill flat sheet, and it turned out great! THe tie in the back gave me a weird bulge though, so I trimmed the straps and added three snaps. It is much smoother now! Thanks, ORly!

@maryhopkins1585

Жыл бұрын

I thought the same thing. I have a plastic snap set that I think will work.

*BOOM!* I found a pair of these slacks years ago and wore them all the time! I paid (I think) like $40.00 for them and knew I could make them myself but couldn’t find the pattern. I bought them and wore the heck out of them! Now that I have the pattern AND the time I am going to town with it! Your directions are SPOT ON! Darling!! Just darling on you!

Omgosh both cuts and colours are spot on perfection! If you notice that I’m commenting after watching this video for the first time 2 years after Orly originally posted it, it’s a testament to her foresight and fashion forward creative genius. Orly, thank you for creating these videos and being the Bestest sewing teacher ever in the world. I love how you show every item needed, how you show every single step and explain in detail how and why. However I must admit that I agree with the majority of comments that it would be greatly beneficial to also show and explain how to achieve the same piece in larger or plus size…if possible. The current woman’s average size in clothing is 16-18 which is approximately a plus size 1-2X. Although this channel will forever be my favourite and watched frequently, if anyone knows of KZread channel that shows very similar content but in larger sizes please let me know. ❤️ from Shannon in Canada 🇨🇦

Just a tip if you are worried about that pants gapping open you can sew in a hook and eye/ snap closures.

@angelsandfaes

5 жыл бұрын

Well this is a tip I needed a year ago. lol Thank you for sharing the hook and eye because now I will make my own pair. Great tip.

@katinkavos3982

5 жыл бұрын

yes, and also, if you use a viscose or cotton jersey, they don't slide open so mutch. Sleek fabric does!

@Iloveyou-lz7rr

5 жыл бұрын

nice. I was concerned about that

@mauricepowers3804

4 жыл бұрын

Just add width, no need for snaps or hook and eye. I made a pair Saturday and they offer full coverage! I got lots of compliments on them!

@peepla7

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! That's what I need to know!

I bought a pair of these in New Orleans during Essence Festival. I love those pants, I have had them for around for over 18 years. I got them from an African boutique at the farmer market there. Now I don't have to wait for a trip there to find them, I can make my own. This tutorial was great. And your end result look goooood on you. This got to go into my KZread files. Thanks for sharing and blessing to you in the days to come.

OMG!!! You were right...this is going to be a perfect project for all the sari materials my husband came with from India. BRILLIANT!!!

Thank you for showing the different versions. Very helpful. 👍😁

I’m binging on your videos! I have always felt so different from everyone else, almost misunderstood…because I just see things differently. Normal common stuff just bores me, I always want to change or use something a different way. You’re speaking my language and I’m so inspired! I’m 60 years old and I wish I would have known earlier that I’m not weird, I’m just creative!! You are adorable and I hope you make these videos forever! I can’t thank you enough for giving me the push to be comfortable in my own skin❤️

I cant believe I'm just weeing this! I watch a ton of your vids too! I found the old pattern my Fly sister used back in 1978 to make these- made two pair for a fashion show last month. Everyone loved them! So cute!

Yes! I’m on it. I cannot thank you enough. At age 13 my avant garde friend gifted me some sheer cotton pants exactly like this! I loved them. Now more than 30 years later, I can wear them and not get fussed at by my parents!! 😂💖

Love the black ones. Can't wait to try these. Thanks for sharing!! Have a great day!

Made these for a pair of doll pants and couldn’t believe how easy they were to make! Thank you ❤

Lol I love how she gives herself a little fashion show at the end of the DIY to showcase her work... she looks like she's really feeling herself and I AM HERE FOR IT 👏🏽👏🏽 YAAASSS 💕😘

Two thumbs up; I have been looking for this pattern for a decade!

I had a pair of pants like this that I picked up at a a street fair and they made me feel like a super sophisticated and chic world traveler. Though I'm not sure I'd take them on a trip since they add an extra level of challenge to sketchy bathroom situations.

@khm2128

4 жыл бұрын

I was just searching the comments for advice on this.

@gunjanvyas9065

4 жыл бұрын

Idk why im laughing so hard coz i love rompers but pee too much

@unapologeticallyme8513

4 жыл бұрын

Omg I never thought about a bathroom break lol!

@MsPatriciadelaGarza

4 жыл бұрын

100% just posted the same thing. Lol

I wore these in the 70s. I love that you're bringing them back

I grew up wearing these! I LOVE them! Dress them up or go casual. So easy to make this 'instant' fashion.

Why haven't I found you before now - Thank you KZread algorithm 😅 so so happy to have found this channel ✨ 🙏 ✨

@TheDIYDesigner

5 жыл бұрын

Well better late then never. We are now connected :)

I made myself a pair of wrap and tie culottes from a pair of old T-shirts. I used one of the sleeves make a hidden pocket at the front waist. Folds neatly for packing. Perfect cover up for my swimsuit.

@TheDIYDesigner

5 жыл бұрын

love that!

I love that you do these videos, you're super relatable and fun to watch.

As kids my Grandma use to make these for us, in every color and even made us shorts! So Cute!! Of course she was amazing!

Finally a clear instructioned video .. your silver fabric is so beautiful 👌🏼

I was looking for this tuto on KZread. Yours is crystal clear about the instructions thank you so much !!!

@towandaatasteoffashion

5 жыл бұрын

semlys k Yes she is 💗

Most practical, wearable, affordable and stylish DIYs! You are not here to play! You go girl.

This will be my next project to do, love your tutorial. I'm thinking of adding an elastic waist band for me anyways, as when I need to go to the bathroom, I can't be struggling. I have bladder issues. Thank you again! So happy I came across this video.

Yusssss! This is exactly what I wanted. Thank you so much for this sewing tutorial. We just started winter here in Australia, but I definitely want to make these for summer.

So glad to see these making a comback! Bought a pattern (Simplicity???) back in 1971 and did a really pretty version in a black and white print satin. Instead of ties in back, I suggest you do as the old pattern did and make sure to measure the front/under panel so that it crosses slightly in back and use a heavy coat style hook and eye to secure it so there is less bulk. You can vary the leg width to taste to show as much or little of your leg as you want. Having the back/top panel come all the way around to meet in front helps with more coverage too. For those of us who are not blessed with your gorgeous figure, shape the "u" cut to fit your actual profile and add darts (especially in back) if needed. Will be making a couple of these soon! Thanks, subscribed!

@EasternDresses

4 жыл бұрын

that's what i was thinking. The knot at the back specially can be quite annoying.

@nikieberhardt4624

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this awesome tip to avoid a bulky back.

@karinshipman8618

4 жыл бұрын

Stupid me, I just bought a Simplicity pattern for this ...$17.95. Highway robbery!

@Karo-tb1ll

2 жыл бұрын

Oh the dart idea is great! Thank you so much, probably wouldn't have thought of it but I already know it's gonna be needed ^^ If you ever read this comment, what do you mean though by shaping the "u" to fit ones profile?

@leakroning7674

2 жыл бұрын

@@Karo-tb1ll I think she means that you don’t divide this measurement exactly by two but give the back a little more because your butt needs a little more room than the front 😊

honestly the best. i always get confused by others but the way you've explained this makes it so much easier to understand. thanks keep up the awesome work

@TheDIYDesigner

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for saying that!

Love it! So easy and beautiful. Thanks for sharing 🤗

These pants are darling! I especially love the black ones (coverage + flowing drape), and that it almost looks like a skirt. Thanks for the detailed instruction and also showing the two styles, both of which look great on you.

I loved them. I can see dressing up or down in this pattern. Thank you, Orly

Absolutely the cutest style! Thanks for making fashion so simple!

I had a pattern for these about 55 years ago!! Needless to say the pattern is long gone but I've never forgotten how terrific these pants were!. I am so tickled to find your video and instructions!!! Thanks!

Adorable as always! Seems so easy....!! Can't wait to see the DIY necklace vid!! Thanks Orly!! 🙌🏼☺️

These pants bring back a lot of memories when I was in my teens and it was a fashion must have!! Love it!! 💙💙

@pandorahardy6459

Жыл бұрын

I'm completely new to all of this. The 5in for the crotch area is that typical or just for your measurements?

@AnnaKt30

Жыл бұрын

@@pandorahardy6459 She says 5-6in is a universal measurement

I have sewn this and im wearing it today. Thank you! I am a filipina but currently working here in hongkong

@TheDIYDesigner

5 жыл бұрын

Amazing!

I'm looking forward to making a pair of these for summer. I love breezy things that are all flowy, and I love wide pants. So these are the perfect combination. Plus they look quite easy for someone who, like me, is a beginner sewer.

Girl, you are the BOMB! I used to have a pair of these years ago and have been meaning to make a pair. You must have been reading my mind 😀 As always a fantastic job!💝

Ugh I wish I had a sewing machine and knew how to use it. I'd make a ton of these. They look so effortlessly chic. All the heart eyes for this. 😍 also love the Blake cameo.

I LOVE YOUR TEACHING STYLE! Finally someone that speaks my creative language now I understand and sew! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU. I appreciate you so much! ❤️

I love how they look like a skirt. Beautiful!

Omg...now I need to go back to the fabric store, I'm so making the pants...bravo👍🔥

@michellegiddens5011

4 жыл бұрын

Cheap option, I've used a sheet I got from the thrift store before

OKAY WOW YOU'RE SO CREATIVE, THIS IS AMAZING!!!! Can't wait for your future DIYs

So made me and my mom a pair today! Super fun! Going to be our first sewing project in Clothing class this fall!

Oh my God I’m in love with the black ones I’m older than you and need more coverage but the flow and the way they move oh my God I love them and they’re back in style

Love these - I wore these "harem pants" back in the late 70's during my teens so they bring back all those fun memories - we usually tied the angle corners together to get a puffy look.. I think I had a Butterick pattern for them as well so I made quite a few pairs. So glad that these are coming back into style now - Thanks for the great tutorial!!

@timndonna

2 жыл бұрын

I made harem pants back in the 70's and sold them but my Dad wouldn't let me wear them. Lol!

@roxie3121

6 ай бұрын

​@@timndonna😊

Suggestion: cut your U first, then measure for your waist and cut your sides. Your sides were skimpy because you cut the U out of your 21" waist measurement. :) I also have a pair like this from a street fair many many moons ago. I'd just like to say for big-bottomed women, you can make one side of the U a little deeper (look at pants patterns where the back is always longer). And thanks for this! What a fun, easy pattern!

@madfoot

4 жыл бұрын

ok I think I get it now. Guh.

I've seen these pants diy'd in several blogs and vlogs before but hadn't seen or THOUGHT of altering the measurements to change the design so thanks for that - gives me food for thought

U + U = my project for this weekend. Thanks! I love your energie!

I did trousers like these a gazillion years ago and when that fabric tore a few 5-ish years ago I' said, and have been saying, that I need to make a new pair. After seeing this I really have no excuses left- I just need to get to it! However I would offer a tip. In mine I had two buttons (one over the other, not sideways) at the back and no ties, so I had the strap that I sew into the front of the trousers with the waits measurement + about 3 inches for overlap where the buttons went (and the button holes). I did have the tying straps sewn into the back (tying at the front) but I placed them off-center so I could tie a bow to one side and not have the ties fall down right at the front. I'm considering snap-buttons for this pair however. I do remember it being a bit fumbly when going to the bathroom. 😅 *Thanks for the reminder!* 💚✨

I was waiting for this sooo long. I'm dying to make them. Thank you☺️

I used this video to sew it for my OMG doll (which was a total success BTW!!) and then showed my mom this video and now she wants to sew our own pants before we go to Hawaii next week!!! Thx lol

Both pairs of pants came out fantastic. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

Those are on point!!! Guuurrrl you modeled the heck out of them.

Looooove it! I bought a pair of pants just like this at the thrift store and I absolutely loved it. And NOW... I KNOW HOW TO MAKE MORE OF IT. Thanks to you!!! 😊

Oh my goodness, I LOVE them both but the black ones look so elegant!! Thanks girl😘

I watched this a couple of years ago. I was wowed by the look and simplicity of these then. Two years later after losing my hubby young, I came across this again. I have gained 40 lbs because of stress and grief, but I can see being inspired to work on losing the weight to be able to make and wear these gorgeous pants. Thanks Orly!

@timndonna

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry for your loss.

@abmrose

Жыл бұрын

Wear them as a way of adorning yourself and reminding yourself of your beauty, if your husband was here, he would be happy to see you wearing something beautiful and treating yourself well ❤️

@Snappypantsdance

Жыл бұрын

@@abmrose thank you:)!

OMG I am loving these! And you had me cracking up at 'Crotchal Region'! lol

@mounag8518

5 жыл бұрын

lol at "Crotchal region " 🤣🤣

@TheDIYDesigner

5 жыл бұрын

It seemed right at the time lol

Every video makes me want to take sewing class. Great job!!

@Dee-cg2fx

5 жыл бұрын

Shana Berekely I have taught myself to sew by watching KZread videos. I’m not that great, Lol, but It’s so much fun.

I will be making this for myself and my sister for her birthday gift!!! Thank you for this!

Wonderful! Thank you so much for showing lots of finished project footage!!

Well, they do say fashions come back around if you wait long enough. I made this exact same style in early 80s in shorts and knickers. I think my pattern could make pants, too, but I don't think I ever did those. I loved them!! One thing I did differently on some of them, esp if I had a wider strap, was to shorten the back strap so they just overlapped and then used either snaps or some sort of hook & eye fastener to save the bulk of the knot in the back so it was not so lumpy.

@TheDIYDesigner

5 жыл бұрын

that would be perfect! easy swap!

@leannegreene2366

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheDIYDesigner could you make a tutorial on how to make the matching shirt for the linen pants?

I love this and the explaning is easy to follow .Thanks so much 😍 Regards from Sri Lanka

I especially love the black ones

You are an excellent teacher with fabulous style!

These are amazing! I use a wheelchair and have been looking for something that I could make that's a bit fancier than plain pants and that wasn't a skirt. I hadn't been having any luck with ones that would tick the right boxes but these look perfect! I'll have to give them a go :) So glad this showed up to me as a recommended video- I'll definitely be sticking around!

WOW. This is a DIY I might actually do.

Finally 🎉the easiest description of how these are done

I just discovered you, and lo and behold here you are making the pants that I was trying to find a pattern for I didn't know what to call them. My mom made them for me and her in the late '60s early '70s. she called them diaper pants! So happy to have this recipe (pattern)! Thanks! ❤

It's called a Kelly skirt 😊 My mom made them for me back in the 70's.

@daustin92037

5 жыл бұрын

I had a few of these in the 70s!! I loved them!

@lilyLily1824

4 жыл бұрын

YES! Gma made them in every color! Great memory!

@peacheskong2245

3 жыл бұрын

Are you sure? When I type this "kelly skirt" I get alll type of nonsense videos that have nothing to do with sewing

Thank you so much for this. I tried it and it was a failure but it's ok cause I know what to do next time. Thank god I used an old saree for the first attempt. 😂😂

Best tutorial for these pants I've seen. Thank you!

Third video on these pants that I've seen now and this one was much more helpful than the others. Thanks for explaining the measurements and what to consider to get the look you want.

Beautiful! I love all your projects!😍

@towandaatasteoffashion

5 жыл бұрын

Ana Mari Me to

@TheDIYDesigner

5 жыл бұрын

thank you!

Orly, you're so good! Can you please do a plus sized outfit and model one day? Love your channel

@kingarakowska3568

5 жыл бұрын

I would love to see that too

@kayh28

4 жыл бұрын

Me too

@SandraWalsh1

4 жыл бұрын

Me too!

@spoorthykeerthana3907

4 жыл бұрын

Yes

@ccm199

4 жыл бұрын

Yes please.

Love it! So easy and simple. Thanks Orly. I love the black one ☝️

Nice. I used to make these and sell them at festivals in Cali back in the early 2000's. Nice to see them coming back in style. They're super comfy.

Thanks for sharing with us Orly i love your videos and your DIY

@towandaatasteoffashion

5 жыл бұрын

Lilian Mukudi Me to 💗

@TheDIYDesigner

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@lilianmukudi8536

5 жыл бұрын

@@TheDIYDesigner you're welcome. And all thanks to you dear Orly coz I'm a beginner and the way you explain if someone concentrate can do better than Orly 😂😂 thou you're our teacher and we followers are your student's😂😘 i blv I'll make this one too. Already made one from your DIY.

I had bought a pant just like this about 35 years ago while on a trip to jamaca

I used to have a beautiful pair of floral print pants like this from back in the 80's I purchased in aruba or some island, loved them. Was wishing I still had them!

I made a.pair of these years ago and loved them.. so.comfy on a summers day 💕

Wonderful. You are fast becoming my favourite DIY KZreadr

@TheDIYDesigner

5 жыл бұрын

thanks babes!

I LOVE these pants!!! So much so, that I’ve made 3 pairs over the last two days!!! One slight problem…. It’s nearly impossible to use the restroom without taking them off. I should have attempted before leaving the house😂

@canukmrsben

2 жыл бұрын

@FSE: I was wondering about such ..... so thank you for mentioning it.

Omg love them! I used to have pants like that back in the 90's

Your pattern made more sense than any other videos. Thank you so much!!!

Ohhh! I LIKE IT!!! You look amazing in them and so I will on my vacation in 3 weeks from now... I'll tag you on my posts thank you thank you XOXO from DR 😘😘😘

Always WOW... this is the first time i comment your vid. Always love your shoe tutorial. Regards from Bali - Indonesia❤

@TheDIYDesigner

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

You have hit the jackpot again!! Love these sooooooooo much. Orly, I was just thinking that so many have never used a sewing machine, they just never learned how. Sewing is a wonderful skill. Years ago, (OK now I am dating myself) Home Economics was a class everyone had to take in high school. I am so grateful now as I can pump out pretty much anything from my sewing machine. It is so satisfying going to the fabric store buying a piece of fabric and transforming it into something amazing. What is great about your channel is that for those who don't sew, many of your DIY's projects are achievable as so many are constructed by just using glue. Now everyone is happy!!! Love Ya!!

@TheDIYDesigner

5 жыл бұрын

thank you so much!

Excellent video, and one of the best that I have ever seen, to make these wrap pants. The instructions, and measurements are more personalized to each individual, instead of a one size, fits all. Some of us are shorter. Some of us are ‘larger’ to use a euphemism. Some of us want a fuller , wrap over. Thank you for being more concise, and precise. Very impressive. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️