Crew Sew Along | Getting Started
We are happy to bring you a sew along for the Aria Top sewing pattern. The sew along features step-by-step photos for the entire sewing process! In addition to the sew along, we also have community-led sewing support in our Facebook group, or you can email us directly for additional support.
GATHERING SUPPLIES
Before we begin sewing, here's what you'll need for your Aria:
- The Crew Trousers Pattern, available in sizes 0-30.
- Washed and pressed fabric: we have a fabric resource post here.
- Tricot fusible interfacing: we recommend this tricot fusible interfacing from Wawak.
- #3 , 9" (23 cm) coil zipper.
- 2 - 1/2" (1.2 cm) buttons or a skirt hook and eye.
VIEW A | Shorts
Optional Notions
- Tailor's Chalk or Washable Fabric Marker
- Pressing Ham
TIPS FOR CUTTING
When cutting your fabric and pattern, here are a few important notes to remember:
- Your fabric should be pre-washed the same way you plan to launder your garment.
- Read the information on each pattern piece.
- Grainlines are indicated on the pattern pieces. Place pattern pieces on the grainline, parallel to the selvage or fold.
- If the pattern says “Cut 2,” the pieces are mirror images of each other.
- If the pattern says “Cut on FOLD,” place the pattern edge exactly along the fold of the fabric.
- Clip all notches at 1/4” (0.6 cm) or less.
- Transfer all pattern markings to your fabric with a washable marker or chalk.
CUT LISTS
VIEW A | SHORTS
MAIN CUT LIST
- #1 FRONT SHORTS - CUT 2
- #2 BACK SHORTS - CUT 2
- #5 FRONT WAISTBAND - CUT 1 RIGHT SIDE UP
- #6 BACK WAISTBAND - CUT 1 RIGHT SIDE UP
- #7 FRONT WAISTBAND FACING - CUT 1 RIGHT SIDE UP
- #8 BACK WAISTBAND FACING - CUT 1 RIGHT SIDE UP
- #9 POCKET FACING - CUT 2 (OPTIONAL)
- #10 BELT - CUT 2 (OPTIONAL)
- # 12 ZIPPER SHIELD - CUT 1 ON FOLD (OPTIONAL)
LINING CUT LIST
- #13 POCKET BAG (UNDER) - CUT 2
- # 14 POCKET BAG (UPPER) - CUT 2
You can use main fabric to cut #13 and #14 pocket lining pieces. If you do, you can omit #9 pocket facing
FUSIBLE INTERFACING CUT LIST
- #5 FRONT WAISTBAND - CUT 1 WRONG SIDE UP
- #6 BACK WAISTBAND - CUT 1 WRONG SIDE UP
- #7 FRONT WAISTBAND FACING - CUT 1 WRONG SIDE UP
- #8 BACK WAISTBAND FACING - CUT 1 WRONG SIDE UP
- #15 POCKET FUSIBLE - CUT 2
Block fuse your waistband and waistband facing pieces by fusing a piece of fabric before cutting the pattern pieces out.
VIEW B | TROUSERS
MAIN CUT LIST
- #1 FRONT SHORTS - CUT 2
- #2 BACK SHORTS - CUT 2
- #5 FRONT WAISTBAND - CUT 1 RIGHT SIDE UP
- #6 BACK WAISTBAND - CUT 1 RIGHT SIDE UP
- #7 FRONT WAISTBAND FACING - CUT 1 RIGHT SIDE UP
- #8 BACK WAISTBAND FACING - CUT 1 RIGHT SIDE UP
- #9 POCKET FACING - CUT 2 (OPTIONAL)
- #10 BELT - CUT 2 (OPTIONAL)
- # 12 ZIPPER SHIELD - CUT 1 ON FOLD (OPTIONAL)
LINING CUT LIST
- #13 POCKET BAG (UNDER) - CUT 2
- # 14 POCKET BAG (UPPER) - CUT 2
You can use main fabric to cut #13 and #14 pocket lining pieces. If you do, you can omit #9 pocket facing
FUSIBLE INTERFACING CUT LIST
- #5 FRONT WAISTBAND - CUT 1 WRONG SIDE UP
- #6 BACK WAISTBAND - CUT 1 WRONG SIDE UP
- #7 FRONT WAISTBAND FACING - CUT 1 WRONG SIDE UP
- #8 BACK WAISTBAND FACING - CUT 1 WRONG SIDE UP
- #15 POCKET FUSIBLE - CUT 2
Block fuse your waistband and waistband facing pieces by fusing a piece of fabric before cutting the pattern pieces out.
Crew Sew Along Posts | Getting Started | Interfacing, Pleats, and Darts | Prepare Pockets | Sew Zipper and Side Seams | Sew Inseam and Rise | Waistband | Hem and Finishing
