
More Pattern Manipulations for Fullness and Darts.Think you can't design clothing? Of course you can! This book will show you the basics of the apparel design process, from silhouette to fabric selection. This keeps the leg balanced so it will hang properly, without skewing It is critical to add the same amount to the hemline on each side of the leg (inseam and outseam), and to the front and back leg. Make the same alterations on the front and back pant leg.

On the inseam, start just below the crotch and draw your line to the hem - adding the same amount you added to the outer side!! This line will have a little curve just under the crotch line, just as the original inseam did. It allows you to create a gentle curve at the outseam, which hangs nicely on the body. Starting your line at the waist will also add a bit at the hip, but not very much. I've drawn about 1" to 1 1/2" at the side hem - but even that small amount will add up to 4 - 6" additional all around each leg! To create the flare, start at the waist, at the outseam.ĭraw a line from the waist to the hemline (midway between the crotch and the knee), adding as much as you wish. The fit is smooth through the waist, and then begins to flare to the hemline.


The fit is the about the same as the pant block through the waist. These shorts are about mid-thigh in length. Shorts with a little flare at the hem are cute and flattering.
