How to make jeans | Sewing tutorial

Making my own jeans is a very big milestone for me. They have a lot of details, a contrasting thread color that makes any mistakes stand out and it's tricky to get the fit right. Now, I finally crossed that hurdle and I can't wait to make more!!

This video was made possible by Brother Sewing, who gifted me the Brother 2104D Overlocker for use in this video. #BrotherSewing

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Even though my videos are set up as tutorials, I'm not professionally trained in any of these crafts. The tools that I use can be dangerous. Don't try a craft if you are unfamiliar with the tools and the necessary safety precautions. Be safe!

[schoolwork]

Good job Ellen! I admire your resilience! Once I know how to make my own clothes, the shops ain't seeing my money! :)

[FigmentsMade]

They look fantastic! Seeing how that stitch works down the outer sides of the jeans is so interesting. I can only imagine how good it feels to wear jeans that not only fit great but knowing that you made them yourself! It's so awesome! And adding your logo is the perfect touch!

[swaggy]

ITS BLOWING MY MIND that this is even possible.... thank you so much for making this video!

[hooverreba]

Ellen, you made the dang best jeans ever, salute to denim lover! Peace

[Lildoc]

They look better than the other jeans. Impressive to say the least.

[jandavis]

Well Done! Your hard work on the patter paid off. And you have enough room to account for shrinkage when you put them in a hot dryer.

[patrickjarolim]

I just bought my first sewing machine, a SINGER. I’m excited to get started on a new hobby and journey learning to sew and create my own clothing. Thanks for sharing, amazing work!

[auntieann]

I am going to try this for my daughter. She, too, doesn't have an "average" shape. I've done 3 t-shirts that fit her much better than store bought & look great so jeans are next! Thank you!

[MichaelKieweg]

They look great! Well worth all the effort

[russellstephan]

Very nice! Thanks for taking the time and effort to share your journey with this project.

[Dedhead]

Indeed! So glad I watched this before I just dove in. I collect vintage levis 645, and 501s and 00s Abercrombie jeans. I bought an old 457 singer at a yard sale. My experience in this field is ironing my uniforms in the navy. So after shortening the length, taking in the rise and the last pair of cheap thrift jeans I took from a relaxed boot cut fit to a Robert Plant circa 1970s fit. Waiting for the needles and denim arrive to start making my 1st pair.. hopefully I can make the lowrise slim fit flared jeans that fit me and are not made for women ive always wanted

[TheSchwillKing]

Holy Smokes!! Great job!! They look amazing.

[nananaabrams]

Omg thank you so much!! I've been looking for a good jeans sewing tutorial for so long.. 💓

[reforzar]

Wow. What a great process. Five tries for fit is pretty good. They look fantastic.

[thejasonofalltrades]

Really great work! I've made a bunch of backpacks, duffles, messenger bags, etc., but I still find the idea of making a pair of jeans really intimidating. Your approach makes me feel more confident that I should just give it a try! Thanks for sharing!

[IdowuTehillah-TheMuse]

I'm also super proud of you. You were very meticulous and i love that. Well done

[harleyjames]

Girl!!! I feel you and thank you!!! So much of what I do is by trial and error! This video is so helpful...more then you will ever know!

[nickideepwater]

Wow, they look fabulous, I think you did a fantastic job on them, I have made a lot of clothes over the years myself including bridesmaid dresses etc but I wouldn't like to try jeans. Well done.

[kimberlysmith]

Hi. You did a super fine job with those jeans! I am really impressed. That looked like a lot of hard work but fun as well. Thanks for sharing.

[dianewujko]

I like that pocket on the leg. Looks good!!