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Learn to Sew Tapered Trousers

Master professional trouser-making techniques in this comprehensive online sewing class featuring the Ani Tapered Leg Trouser pattern. Learn essential skills including zipper fly installation, single welt pockets, pleats, and contoured waistband construction. Perfect for intermediate sewists ready to tackle more advanced techniques, this class guides you through creating perfectly fitted trousers with classic details like slash pockets and belt loops. Create a wardrobe staple that looks professionally tailored.

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Welcome!

Sew the Ani trousers along with us! The Ani trousers are a total wardrobe staple, with a tapered fit and pleats at the front. This pattern has a really easy method for installing a zipper fly and a hook and bar closure, so it’s perfect for picking up some new sewing skills.

In this class, you’ll learn:


  • How to select fabric

  • How to sew slash pockets

  • How to sew single welt pockets

  • How to sew belt loops

  • Plus, see each step from the instructions in action

Learn to Sew Tapered Trousers

Here’s what you’ll need for this project:


  • Ani pattern

  • All-purpose polyester sewing thread

  • Sewing machine needle

  • Point turner

  • One 5” or 7” coil zipper

  • One hook and bar

  • 3/4 yards of lightweight fusible interfacing

  • Hand sewing needle

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