waist and hips have the same measurement!

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Wed, 02/10/2016 - 17:35
yessicagg
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 Hello fellow sewers,

I have a question for all of you. I am making a pair of pants for a lady who has the same wasit and hip measurement (39"). I am trying to figure out the pattern. Would you add back darts? This customer seriously has no hips or butt. Any ideas?

Thanks,
Yessica

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Mon, 12/11/2017 - 11:59
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Nehzat
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Re: Waist and Hips Have the Same Measurements

Dear Yessica,

 
You can eliminate all waist darts when you are drafting the pattern. However when you are adding the seam allowances, leave more seam allowances along the top and side seams. 
Do a test fit using muslin, in case you need to create a center back dart or waist darts on the back to give shape to the pants. Since you have enough seam allowances at the side seams you can let out enough fabric from the back pieces to compensate for the darts you may need.
 
Happy sewing,
 
Nehzat

 

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