Fitting tips when sewing leggings - The Last Stitch

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Let’s take a look at common fitting issues when sewing leggings and how to fix them. These fitting tips are also included in the pattern instructions for the Aila leggings, but I thought it could be useful to dive even deeper into this topic on the blog. CROTCH FOLDS The fabric forms vertical folds around the front crotch. Solution: Deepen the front crotch seam by scooping it out to remove the excess fabric. BUM FOLDS The fabric forms horizontal folds beneath the hip. Solution: Deepen the back crotch. If needed also remove some of the back crotch height and take in the inseam. THIGH WRINKLES Vertical wrinkles around the front or back thighs. Solution: Take in the front or back seam to shorten the crotch length and remove excess fabric. WEDGIE The fabric pulls in the […]