It is known that any old thing can easily be given a new fresh look. For example, you can make an original handbag from old jeans with your own hands. Patterns are the only obstacle you may encounter in your creative endeavor.
But in our world, where any necessary information can be found in a matter of seconds, any problems are on the shoulder. This article will become an assistant in transforming your wardrobe. The pattern of jeans and bags is the main theme of this work. So let’s start studying it.
What is a pattern?
Pattern is a pattern for cutting fabric. In other words, the pattern is a blank of the future fabric product. The appearance of the sewn thing depends on its quality and accuracy. Having made only a few errors in the calculations and measurements, you can not only spoil the prepared expensive material, but also lose the desire to work with a sewing machine.
Jeans pattern is the easiest way to learn design craft. Therefore, a beginner should start with it, and a little later you can start modeling complex, but insanely beautiful blouses, dresses and suits. Moreover, for trial lessons you only need a sewing machine and the lion's share of enthusiasm. After all, one of the sections of this article will be “ Patterns of bags from old jeans”, and they, for sure, are gathering dust quietly in the depths of your closet.
Ways to design patterns
There are four ways to design a quality pattern. This means that everyone can choose for themselves the most convenient method of its construction. The methods for developing patterns include:
- building a circuit using special formulas;
- the development of patterns by layout modeling;
- creating a template using breadboard models;
- computer modelling.
The construction of the scheme using special formulas allows you to accurately calculate all the necessary parameters of the workpiece. Subject to all established standards, products sewn on the basis of precise patterns have a perfect fit on the model, neat and tidy appearance.
The second method, namely the method of mock modeling, is based on the use of a basic pattern. That is, it is enough just to expand the product to get new patterns from old jeans. The disadvantage of this method is that the landing in this case will not be as accurate as when using special formulas and calculations.
The construction of the scheme with the help of mock dummy is the development of patterns on a standard mannequin. This method is typical of professional ateliers and design houses.
And the last method from the world of high technology is computer simulation. A specially designed program is able to automatically perform all necessary calculations based on user input. But do not build false expectations. This program is able to show an impressive result only when the user has completely and completely mastered it.
Jeans pattern: take measurements
The first step in building a pattern will be taking measurements. The more accurately the measurements are taken, the better the fit will be. In order to sew jeans by hand, the pattern should be based on eight standard measurements. Here is the name of the measurement and its symbol:
- Half Waist (Sweat);
- half hips (Pob);
- seat height (Sun);
- thigh line height (Wb);
- waist depth 2 (GT2);
- knee line length (Dk);
- bulge of the abdomen (Vzh);
- trouser length (DBR);
For example, a standard pattern of jeans of size 46 has the following parameters: Sweat - 38 cm, Bead - 52 cm, Sun - 28 cm, Wb - 20 cm, Gt2 - 3 cm, Dk - 60 cm, Vzh - 1 cm, Dbr - 100 cm But standard measurements should be used with caution, since all body parameters are purely individual.
Description of work
When the measurements are taken, you can begin to build the pattern itself. The pattern of jeans is based on a pattern of standard trousers, the difference is only in the model. For example, tight skinny jeans will be shorter than classic jeans .
The construction of the template can be done both on fabric and on paper. Suppose if you can’t make accurate calculations, you can use the standard templates printed on your home printer, and then transfer them to the fabric. If you are determined to independently build a pattern model, then use several recommendations from experienced professionals:
- make all the necessary calculations and only then get to work;
- be sure to make marks on the pattern;
- use the pattern;
- After building the pattern, sweep it and try on.
Also, there is a third way to make a pattern at home - a pattern of old jeans with your own hands. Patterns made from old things, no worse than printed from a computer program. The only unpleasant moment in creating a template from old trousers or jeans is the stitching of seams. This is a rather laborious and long process, but it will take much less time than making a pattern with your own hands. As you can see, the options are enough to choose something you like. In the end, your efforts will still pay off, because it is much more pleasant to wear jeans sewn with your own hands than brought from the store.
Handbags from old jeans
After you made a pattern of old jeans, do not rush to throw it away. After all, a beautiful handbag can be made of fabric. Why go shopping in search of the original thing, if it can be done independently from improvised materials?
To date, there are many creative and sophisticated patterns of bags, it remains only to sew them. Here we will consider two options for classic everyday accessories that you can easily do with your own hands.
Necessary materials
The classic version of a casual bag is the easiest for a beginner. To sew a bag you will need:
- old jeans of any style;
- lining fabric;
- threads
- lightning;
- scissors;
- sewing machine.
The set of materials is quite simple, so if something is missing from your home, you can easily buy it in a fabric and accessories store.
Patterns of bags from old jeans: a classic version
The following is directly work on the creation of the bag. It includes several stages:
- Old jeans need to be cut into three parts. First, cut off most of the so that jeans are shorts. The incision in the rest will be in the knee area. To sew a bag you will need the first (upper) and third (lower) parts. The second can be used to finish the product.
- On the third part, draw the bottom of the bag with chalk, after having previously measured the width and length of the first part. Then we cut it out, and manually sew it first in the center, then along the edges.
- Sew the bottom of the bag completely. First with a regular stitch, then with a zigzag stitch.
- We cut two rectangular pieces of fabric, based on the length and width of the bag, for lining.
- From pieces of fabric you need to make a "bag" and sew it inside the bag. The upper part must be left, since lightning will be hidden in it.
- We sew the remaining parts: zipper, harness, accessories.
Sports bag
If you are looking for what else can be sewn from old jeans, a sports bag pattern is one of the best options. For a handbag in a sports style, you will need the same materials as for a classic style. Go to the step by step instructions:
- We cut off one leg from jeans and cut it in the area of the inner seam.
- Cut the bottom seam. Fold a piece of fabric in half and cut an even rectangle out of it.
- We bend and hem the upper part of the two halves.
- We make the bottom of the bag. Sew the bottom, fold the edges into triangles, set aside four centimeters and sew it.
- The lining is done in a similar way, only it should be two centimeters larger than the “frame” of the bag in order to sew the zipper.
- When all the parts are ready, they need to be sewn together. And that’s it, the bag is ready.
So, in a few simple steps, you can do the original author's thing by adding your accessories to it. Over time, you can improve your skills using a variety of patterns patterns. The only thing your creativity is limited to is your imagination.