How to add drawstring to waistband

This comprehensive step by step guide shares the best kept secret on how to sew an elastic waistband. Click here for all the info!

This is an example of pants that need a drawstring added. They are about 2" too big. Ever buy your daughter a new track suit that is just darling? You buy her normal size...the jacket fits perfect, and the length of the pants is perfect, but the waist is way too big? I have had this happen too many times to count and for some reason they don't make little girls pant waists adjustable. Yes, they may have elastic in the waistband, but they still sometimes won't cinch down enough and the pants…

The string in pants serves an important role in the design of the garment. The relaxed approach allows you to adjust the tightness of the pants depending on you…

Change a simple elastic waistband to a wide band of fabric or yoga waistband with this DIY clothing alteration tutorial.

Why replace the elastic waistband on your favorite pair of pants when you can just add a drawstring and get them back in no time? Check out our selection of drawstring options to find the perfect fit for your needs. #PantsWithADrawstring

Monkey is skinny. I’ve mentioned this before. I also showed you how to make belts for your skinny baby. But what do you do when their pan...

Today I will walk you how to sew the elastic waistband on the Arden Pants, including inserting the elastic, and topstitching the waistband.

This seemed difficult to take in since at first I thought I would have to take all the elastic out and re-sew it. I found an easier solution! I added a drawstring to my pants, which took about an hour and now my pants fit! You will need a pair of pants with an elastic waistband, scissors, needle, thread, and a drawstring (you can use a long shoelace)

One of the first sewing skills you need to learn is how to create a casing for elastic and drawstrings. It is a common technique used for waistbands. You also sometimes see casings on sleeves and b…

I have been using this method to sew elastic waistband for many projects. I have seen this in many mass produced garments and must admit it is the quickest and easiest way to sew elastic waistband. It is not only easy but also a great way to keep the elastic from being twisted when you pull it up (my 4 year old son does this all the time with inserted, not sewn in elastic). The only downside of this is you cannot adjust the length of elastic without ripping the whole thing off. This tutorial…