Sewing Basics: How to Sew Pants for a Perfect Fit

Get one step closer to the wardrobe of your dreams by making your own pair of pants with actor and sewist Joe Ando! 

Viral sewing sensation Joe Ando has taken the internet by storm with custom fashion pieces he makes for his (and his girlfriend’s) closet. Joe has cultivated a community of over 2.8 million followers across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube who are inspired by his sewing prowess and hilarious take on the world.

Now, Joe is here to share just how easy it is to craft custom-made, impeccably designed clothes, starting with your very own pair of pants. You’ll learn how to make a pair of high-waisted pants that are entirely unique to your body and in the process, discover the power of creating clothes that you can wear, adjust, and love forever.

In this in-depth class, Joe takes what may feel like an intimidating task into one that’s fun and meditative, and pragmatic. 

Working alongside Joe you'll:

• Print and prep a sewing pattern
• Learn a variety of high-quality, well-designed seams
• Construct each piece of your pants using tried-and-tested techniques
• Make adjustments to your original pattern so it’s custom to you
• Create an heirloom-quality piece that will last a lifetime

Plus, download Joe’s printable pattern and a PDF with the step-by-step process of how to make these pants! 

This class isn’t just about making  custom pants that will become a staple in your wardrobe. With Joe’s guidance, you’ll learn the mindset of a sewist and the foundational techniques that will unlock a world of possibilities.

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This class is for beginners who want to learn sewing basics to make clothing from scratch. To make your custom piece you’ll need a sewing machine, two and a half yards of cotton muslin, a zipper, half a yard of iron-on interfacing, a french curve ruler, a clear ruler, pins, scissors, bias tape, a hook-and-eye closure, hand-sewing needles, thread, a seam ripper, an ironing board, and an iron.