I really like the split leggings/shorts they sell for adults
and I haven’t found any for toddlers so I decided I would try and make one for
Dahlia. This Split Legging DIY is my first attempt but if you would like to try
it, this is what I did:
Things I used:
- One legging
- Contrast fabric
- Jersey Lining (because I used lace as contrast)
- Tape measure (Ruler works too)
- Scissors
- Seam Ripper (not used but it would have been handy)
- Sewing Machine & Thread
- Pins (not shown here but needed)
1) First step was to trace one leg of the legging onto the jersey lining (this was
easier than on lace because it white).
2) Add ½” seam allowance (for sewing)
3) Once the lining was cut out, I traced the same shape onto
the lace
4) Then the lace needs to be cut out too
5) Next I cut out the entire side of the legging that I was
going to replace with the new contrast fabric (in this case I cut the front
right side only). In this step it is very helpful to have a seam ripper to tear
the inner seam and waistband.
6) Leave the elastic waistband (do not cut off)
The next few steps require sewing:
7) Hem the bottom of the contrast fabric and lining (Sorry no
pic for this step)
8) Then I pinned all three layers together (legging, lining and
lace). The lining stays in the middle of other two fabrics.
9) Once all layers are pinned together and machine is threaded
in similar color to ground color of legging (in my case white) then you can sew
the pieces together at side seam and inseam of legging.
10) The final step is to turn the waistband of the lace/lining
inward to cover the elastic.
This DIY did take me a little longer than others because I
haven’t sewn in a while but I really enjoyed it so I will try to make Dahlia
more things….She looked awesome in her new split leggings! Different than any
other girl on her block, haha!
Very cute, and a great idea! My girls love wearing leggings.
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What a cute idea! Looks adorable. I am following you on Twitter.
ReplyDeleteIsn't it nice when you can make just what you want, and not have to wait for some company to decide to sell you something! Dahlia is super cute modeling them and rocking the look!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for linking up at my link party, I'm loving these pants! I will be featuring you today at this week’s link party!
ReplyDeleteStephanie
Simply Dream & Create
So cute!! Thank you for sharing on Sharing Saturday!
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