VIDEO: Sew the Lucille Trousers
Not only are we sewing glamorous trousers, we're also on an educational journey here at Camp Gertie! In this month's video, I go over the most common pant alterations including crotch length adjustments, inseam adjustments, omitting the pleat, and more! And as always, you'll get a start to finish look at how to sew this pattern. That includes sewing the slant pocket, front pleats, cuff, waistband, and more.
Hope you enjoy the video!
xoxo,
Gertie
Comments (62)
Is it possible to utilize the curved waistband if I made it backwards?
What do you mean by backwards?
I'm considering making these, but I have a big difference between my hip measurement and my waist measurement. My hips are closest to a size 18 (134 cm) and my waist is in between a size 14 and 16 (95,5cm). How do I go about taking in the waist in the best way? :)
Hi, I only starting this now, has anyone tried to sew the size 10? I'm having issues with the patterns as the trouser side front does not match the trouser front at all, none of the lines and notches match up, and this is the only part that doesn't match, the rest of the pattern pieces does, including the pocket bag and the pocket bag interfacing
yes, just. sewed 10, sewed up fine
I am trying to make the trousers now with the cuff, and on my pattern, the inseam is coming up at just under 29" from finished cuff to the inner crotch, even though the finished measurements say it is a 32" inseam. The pattern piece itself is 36" from crotch to bottom of the unfinished pant leg. Then subtract 5 inches for hem, then subtract 2 more inches for rolled cuff, then subtract 5/8" for crotch seam allowance, leaving us at 28.5 (give or take a half centimeter). Anyone else seeing this or is it just me? My pattern is printed to scale based on the one inch test square. Also, I already made the shorts version & they fit great.
I love love the fitting and pattern adjustment segment. Thank you for this!
On the subject of interfacing: I have some sew-in (as opposed to iron-on) horse hair interfacing here. Do you see any reason why this wouldn't work?
Does anyone know what to do when you want to sew the straight waist band? The video covers the curved waist band, which you're supposed to cut twice. The pattern says you're only supposed to cut the straight band once. Is that a typo?
I'm trying to do this now and I do believe it might be a typo. I'm going to cut 2 and see how it goes. Otherwise I'll just burst into tears.
Thank you so much for this pattern. Finally a pair of trousers that fits whitout changing a lot. I already made three of them!
Gertie just want to say thanks for the video! Super helpful as I'm just about to start making these and it's helped tremendously <3. Also, you look lovely! I've just decided I now need a Rita in black and white gingham haha :D
Thanks for all the info Kelly!!!👍 I'm gonna try the YouTube thing right now😃
Thank you!
2). Is there a way to view the Discord conversations in a browser when I'm not on my phone using the app?
Yep, discord.com and login with the same details and you can read on the browser.
I have two questions, 1), is there a way to watch the Patreon videos of how to sew the various projects on YouTube on my TV and not just on my other devices?
I do it. If you are logged into youtube on your tv as well as on your device, open the video, then there is a watch on youtube icon/option. It will then open in youtube and you can either add it to your watch later queue or access it again via the history option.
I love watching your videos! Always so informative. I've learned so much ❤️
How do I get the pattern?
The pattern download links are right below this post. :)
I can't wait to make these, but I have no idea how to hand stitch! I've made trousers/pants before but there are lots of new skills for me in here.... exciting!!!!
What should I do if my measurements are 41-31-37? I realize that the bust is immaterial, except it gives a feel for my overall dimensions. I have always wanted to make pants, and I am excited for this, but I'm not sure if I can get satisfactory results.
You could either start with a size 8 and add a little to the waist or start with a size 10 and remove a little from the waist. I might go for the 8 since you need less room in the hip.
What if I want to remove the pockets? or would just sewing the pockets closed work just as well? Thanks, really looking forward to making these.
You can remove the pockets if you don't mind doing some minor pattern drafting. What you would do is grab the Trouser front leg and the Trouser side front pattern pieces. Place the Trouser side front behind the front leg like it would lay if the pants were sewn together. Then you can trace off a copy of the Trouser front without the pocket cut out. That's all there is to it. :)
Technically question. I’ve noticed that the cuff on crappies fabrics want to fold up on itself while wearing. What would you recommend? A narrow horsehair hem? Interface? Something else?
What about slipstitching the cuff in place all the way around? Interfacing might be an option too!
I love the details and the education piece included.... this is going to get replayed many, many times! It's a goldmine!
I can't wait to make these
We're is the download for patterns it's changed
check out the previous post. :) https://www.patreon.com/posts/pattern-and-48157054
Very excited to try these! Is it possible to list the default crotch lengths for the sizes? I’d rather not have to make 2 muslins if I have an idea of what needs adjusting the first time. Thank you!
I've waited patiently and have been rewarded - thanks for these amazing pants - time to muslin (or will that be after my Rose brocade dressing gown and my Hepburn Top) choices! so many choices!
Eeek! I love the new intro for the Charm Scout patterns!
I'm glad you have designed some trousers. I would have to do some alterations as I'm not so keen on wide leg trousers but they are lovely and high waisted which todays patterns are not and I know you will cover all possible issues in your video. The three of you look so glamorous. Off to watch it now! Thank you! I've watched your video and at the end I was confused when you started talking about the cuff! Then I realised you were talking about what is called a Turn-up here in UK. My fathers trousers always had turn-ups and Mum kept finding coins had fallen into them! I won't be adding turn-ups, they would look silly on me!
I’m so excited to make these! When you said it was inspired by Lucy I was hoping for something like this!
Love this pattern. I have a sizing questing: My waist is a whole size larger then my hip size. Do I go with my hip size and adjust the waist or other way around?
she mentioned on the youtube live you can do either - depending how roomy you like your pants in the hip :)
Awesome pattern, excellent detailed instructions. I really appreciate the detail on how to correct fitting issues. I have thin legs, flat rear and little bit of a round belly so my frame can easily get lost in a design like this, so your fitting instructions will be very helpful. I'm thinking these would look awesome in linen for spring.
Love them and they look great on every one. I avoid pants like the plague because of my shape. I’m excited to learn how to make these. An actual pair of pants that will fit 💙
The pattern is AMAZING 🤩 ... I will make them for work!
Hey Gertie, love this pattern! Thank you! When will we get the updated group space on Discord for Lucille discussions?
haha something to add to their administration list of things to do when a new pattern is released <3
It is like Christmas, but every month with you!
This is so exciting!! I rarely wear pants so it's never seemed worth it to go through the struggle of learning to sew them, but I've often wished I had a well-fitting 40s style in my wardrobe for when the odd occasion arises. Your instructions and video tutorials are always so clear, and your sizing chart actually works perfectly for my proportions (a rarity!), so I am definitely fantasizing about sewing these now! Picturing them in a striped linen for summer :D
I've had fabric in my stash that will be perfect for this!!! Love the
YEARS I have been searching for just the right 40s style trousers- YEARS. I am so soooooooooooo excited!
You are such an EXCELLENT teacher and mentor
Absolutely love these trousers. Woohoo, can’t wait to make them. Thank you Gertie.
Have I mentioned that this is the BEST value for money and that I adore the way you offer standalone patterns that can be combined so that those of us on a shoestring budget can still have LOADS of wardrobe options? Thank you for your amazing generosity.
😍😍😍😍😍 yes yes yes!!!
my sentiments exactly!
starting new pateron year off great!! once again get pattern!!!! thank you
The options and education are many and wonderful. Thanks!
OMG... Just what I needed. Love them!!!
I can't wait to make these!!!!
Totally making a pair with the stanwyck braces (suspenders) 😄
Awesome
Woohoo! Love it!
Holy how do you always know what I want to work on next?!? Fabulous!!!
Pants are the bane of my existence and I wear them all the time so I’m excited to make this lovely pair!