How to sew a women's tracksuit with your own hands

I sewed warm knitted tracksuits for my daughters from 3-thread fleece footer. Both suits (for a height of 140 cm and for a height of 116 cm) required 2.5 m of jersey with a width of 180 cm: 1 m of light pink footer and 1.5 m of dark purple. I ordered footer from the store “1 meter of fabric”. The cuffs were made from basic knitwear, so the suits only needed a footer, threads in color and an elastic band for the waistband in the trousers. The pattern is suitable for both girls and boys. Fast, simple, fashionable and warm.

Patterns and sewing of a women's sports suit with your own hands

An attractive appearance is of great importance for a girl.
Many ladies spend more than half of their income on things from various brands and designers just so as not to look worse in the eyes of others. However, many do not know that you can look stylish and elegant without spending a huge part of your earnings by doing handicrafts and creating impeccable outfits at home. Sewing a women's tracksuit yourself is not as difficult as many people think. All you need is the right preparation for the job and a little perseverance. This article will tell you how to sew a tracksuit with your own hands: women's, men's or children's.

Men's black sports suit

Video instruction

We present to your attention instructions on how to sew a tracksuit with your own hands for a woman. In this video you will see what a pattern for a women's tracksuit looks like, and you will also easily figure out how to sew a tracksuit in just a few hours. The author of the video will show you how to work with trousers, how to sew stripes on them, and also what gap needs to be created so that the suit has elastic. You can easily sew a hood, and you will also find out how much fabric it will take.

Dear needlewomen, are there those among you who sew such products? Have you ever sewed a men's tracksuit? What clothes do you prefer to make yourself?

Choice of style

You need to know that sports items have the properties of convenience that will not limit freedom of movement. Costume styles are divided by season: multi-season, summer and winter. It is also important for needlewomen to know that tracksuits will often be washed and, taking this into account, you need to use suitable fabric when sewing, which should dry quickly after washing.

Fashionable women's sports outfit

The upper part of the product can be of several types:

For cool weather, a trowel or sweatshirt is perfect;
When training in warm or cool seasons, it will be convenient to wear a hoodie;
In hot weather, it would be logical to use a T-shirt with pants.

The bottom of the suit has different variations:

Shorts or breeches are perfect for hot weather. They can be tight or loose for comfort;
In winter, warm pants, narrow and wide, bananas and joggers may be in demand.

Important! Wide and spacious suits will make you feel less hot.
And tapered and tight-fitting models will allow you to demonstrate a beautiful and toned figure. Legs in pants with cuffs will look slimmer, and they will protect your legs from grass and various insects.

Selection of fabrics and sewing tools

Tracksuits with a loose fit must be made from knitted fabrics. Knitwear stretches well, gives freedom of movement, and also makes it easier to fit a certain size, thanks to the stretchy fabric. To sew things for summer and winter, you can use various types of materials:

Fleece. It consists of knitted fibers that allow you to warm the body in cold weather and also do not absorb moisture. Clothing made from this fabric dries quickly and is great for winter jogging and other sports activities;
Viscose. Sufficiently elastic fabric, clothes from which will be pleasant to wear. It quickly removes moisture, but tears and wrinkles easily. Clothing made from this fabric is usually worn in warm weather;
Velours. Fabric consisting of small fibers and a velvet surface. Clothing made from this material retains heat well and does not wrinkle at all. Clothes made from this type of material can be worn in cold weather;
Three-thread. Fleecy and dense material. When used, the material is quite soft and pleasant to the body. Often used to insulate clothing;
Double thread. Rough and durable cotton fabric. This fabric is difficult to wrinkle and is great for wearing in summer weather;
Fukra. Characterized by softness and impeccable appearance. If you wear clothes made of this fabric, it will pleasantly warm your body in cold and winter weather;
Jersey. The material consists of loops that are intertwined and connected into rows and columns. Thanks to this, clothes made from this material stretch well, and also have elasticity and softness. Perfect for designing summer tracksuits.

To design a tracksuit you will also need tools such as:

sewing machine;
needles of various sizes and diameters;
marking tools;
household overlock.

Important! In order to measure pieces of fabric you will need a measuring tape.
The fabric must be cut with special scissors. Consumables will include threads of various colors, as well as decorative ornaments.

What kind of material

So, footer, or, as it is also called, referring to the structure of the fabric, looped footer, refers to knitted textiles. This means that it is not woven, but knitted, creating a material from dense, tiny loops.

The outer side of the canvas is smooth, at first glance it is difficult to distinguish it from the same cooler. But the reverse side cannot be confused with anything: the characteristic soft fleece allows you to immediately accurately determine the type of knitwear. That is why products made from it are very pleasant to the body and are practically not felt while wearing.

However, to better understand what kind of knitwear this footer is, you need to turn to the history of its invention.

A little historical background

History does not give a clear answer as to where and when exactly they first came up with the idea of knitting this delicate, delicate fabric. There are only assumptions that it came from Egypt, India or Mexico. The basis for such statements are the characteristics of the raw materials used to make the lining. Traditionally, it is knitted from natural cotton, which means that such material could only be invented in places where this particular natural material has been processed for centuries. This is how the three aforementioned candidates for the invention of the described knitwear appeared.

Today technology has changed. In addition to natural cotton fibers, artificial or, most often, synthetic fibers can be used in production. They improve the properties of the material, increase its strength and elasticity, and add more decorativeness. For example, adding polyester. Manufacturers receive a more durable, dense fabric that is simpler and easier to maintain and does not wear out as quickly. If you include lycra in the composition, the product will acquire a characteristic shine and will stretch better. However, classic 100% cotton is still considered the best option.

Now that you have a rough idea of what kind of knitwear this is - regular footer or with lycra, polyester, etc., it’s time to find out its exact description.

Description of matter

It is very soft to the touch, especially on the reverse side. Externally, it can be easily confused with any other knitted material: interlock, for example. The inside is reminiscent of fleece (especially a three-thread fleece type footer with fleece, which itself is very dense), but in general the differences are noticeable from all similar options.

The main difference lies in the production technology. Thanks to the very weak weave of loops, the textile is incredibly soft and delicate. The internal pile is formed by specially attaching the threads to the base. This is done using special loop broaches.

So, there are a lot of similar materials: interlock, kulirka, even fleece fabrics, but it is impossible to confuse what is being described with anything, it is very pleasant and delicate. That is why footer is often used in the production of children's clothing, including for newborns.

The nuances of sewing knitwear

The quality of the stitches is greatly influenced by the needles. Therefore, it is recommended to use needles with rounded ends when sewing knitted fabrics. So, they will pass through the fibers without damaging them. When choosing needles, you must carefully study the packaging.

To avoid tearing the seams, you should adjust the stitching for elastic seams before working. If this is a modern sewing machine, then it should have this function. Material with such elasticity should be pulled towards itself when sewing so that gaps in the stitches do not form.

Children's version

Taking measurements

For the top of the suit you need to measure:

back width;
length of the entire product;
waist and chest;
cutout depth;
the length of the sleeve and the entire work.

For the bottom of the suit you need to measure:

hips and waist;
lifting height;
crotch length.

Fleece suit

Constructing a pattern

You can simplify patterns in the following places:

Trousers. To simplify the work of the lower part of the product, you can take an already prepared pattern, and using its example you can already model the desired model. In the case of a material such as knitwear, there is no need for allowances for fit, since this material independently stretches to fit the figure. In all other cases, it is necessary to draw a smooth line along the outer and inseam of the product;
Sweater. The upper part of the suit is cut out using the same technique as the lower part. You also need to take a ready-made pattern and work according to its example. If necessary, you can narrow the sleeve, and also increase or decrease the length;
Top. For the top, you can use a pattern from a blouse or a fitted dress. The assembly of such a model consists of edging the sections and sewing the side seams;
Skirt. The width is measured at the hips, so it will be wide at the waist. In this case, excess fabric can be removed into gathers or folded.

Decorating the costume

A tracksuit that was made with your own hands and effort will already look stylish and attractive without additional decorations. But if you wish, you can add various types of elements to the suit that will go well with the style. This season, small stones that are sewn into fabric and form a small pattern in the form of flowers or patterns are considered especially popular.

Important! Particularly attractive are stripes, which can also be made from small stones, rhinestones or lace.

Thus, patterns of sportswear for men, women and boys were presented. In fact, they are not much different, as are their manufacturing processes. It is only important to take measurements correctly and take into account the color scheme of the future item. Sewing such items for sports is accessible even to a novice seamstress or tailor.

Decorating the product

A homemade tracksuit will have a stylish, exclusive appearance even without decoration. But if desired, it can be further decorated using a variety of methods. This season, items made from fabrics such as velor and velvet, trimmed with small stones or rhinestones, which are laid out in the form of some kind of pattern, are popular. Models with stripes, slogans and inscriptions in various languages are common.

Stripes are relevant for women's suits - they are an invariable element of sporty style.

Contrasting fabric inserts on the cuffs and elastic will help refresh the look. Various appliqués look original, lace elements add notes of tenderness and romance. Products with fur are luxurious and unique, optimal for the winter season. When choosing fabric colors, it is recommended to give preference to classic tones, as well as bright, cheerful shades that attract the attention of others.

A tracksuit is a universal item designed not only for fitness. Products with an original design and unique decor will become the highlight of everyday looks. Self-production is available to every fashionista; for this it is not at all necessary to have special skills. It is enough to choose the appropriate fabric, tools, study master classes, and, if necessary, consult with an experienced seamstress.

Choosing material and style

Clothing for sports should be comfortable, not restrict movement, practical and seasonal, that is, it can be summer, demi-season or warm for winter. It is also important to consider that it will have to be washed frequently. Therefore, after washing, the material should quickly return to shape, not stretch out on the knees and dry quickly. Based on these requirements, we select the fabric for the tracksuit.

For spring and summer days, light elastic items are suitable: cotton two- and three-thread footer, knitted fabrics: viscose for summer, jersey, French knitwear for the off-season, jersey nylon.

These fabrics are stretchy, but they don't have enough stretch to make sweatpants fit your legs like a second skin. If you choose a tight-fitting style, then you should pay attention to supplex knitwear.

For a sports jacket with a fashionable voluminous effect, use neoprene knitwear.
For winter ones, the same fabrics are chosen, but with an insulating underside - fucro, fleece.
And for warm and cozy home suits, choose velor.

If a standard model (not tight-fitting) is chosen for tailoring, then you can take raincoat fabrics, and the same fleece as insulation.

All that remains is to choose a color. Along with plain ones, models with various prints or with inserts of contrasting colors are popular - you've probably seen photos of them in magazines. Don’t forget about the cuffs - if you don’t have a special knitted elastic band (dovyaz), you can get by with ribana or cashcorse knitwear to match, cutting out the necessary detail.

The Textiles online store offers high-quality material to realize any of your ideas. Having chosen a model, it’s time to buy fabric for a tracksuit and start sewing.

Modeling an offset side seam and ruffles in a T-shirt

Such a finishing detail as a frill in the side seam of a simple knitted T-shirt puts you in a completely different mood. A little romance will be added to the sporty mood. Unusual and stylish. Add a soft contrasting braid at the top and voila! perfect solution.

You can model on the pattern of any T-shirt, half-faith... You can even take and remove the pattern from your old, favorite T-shirt. Or use our pattern.

Photo source: https://www.pinterest.ru

Please note that I suggested designing the left and right sides of the T-shirt differently. You can do as you please

Where can I get the pattern?

The pattern for a tracksuit is constructed similarly to any other. From the measurements you will need:

For trousers: hip circumference, waist circumference, seat height, outer seam length, inseam length. If the model is tight-fitting, it would be useful to take control measurements - knee girth and ankle girth.
For the top: product length, chest circumference, back width, waist circumference, shoulder length, chest height, armhole depth, sleeve length. Elbow and wrist circumference are control measurements if the model has sleeves and is tight-fitting.

We take as a basis any construction of a pattern for trousers. Previously, we talked about how to sew clothes for the home. The description can be taken from that article or any magazine, for example, BurdaModen No. 9/1997, 1/2006 or 7/2009. Almost every room has knitted models.

Already on the basis we model the style. Using control marks, we narrow it in the area of the knee and ankle, drawing a smooth line along the outer and crotch seams. If you choose knitwear, then you don’t need to add any looseness to the fit - it will stretch and fit your figure.

The upper part can be in the form of a sweatshirt without a lock, but only with a drawstring and lace, or with a zipper, with or without sleeves (for the summer version). From the same magazine as the trousers, you can take the top and style it to suit yourself - shorten or lengthen, narrow it, remove the sleeves.

You can also cut out the top according to the diagram below, taking into account the scale. The numbers on the diagram should be replaced with your own measurements. The diagram shows measurements for sizes 52-54.

Stages of work

To understand how to sew women's tracksuits with your own hands, you need to consider all stages of the process. First of all, measurements are taken, a pattern is created, then all the component parts are cut out of the fabric and sewn down. Decorative elements are used if desired.

Taking measurements

For the top you need to measure:

chest and waist circumference;
length of shoulders, sleeves and the entire product;
cutout depth;
back width.

If a tight-fitting model is planned, the girth of the wrist and elbow bend is specified.

For the bottom you will need to measure:

waist, hip circumference;
lifting height;
the length of the outer and crotch seams.

If the product is tight-fitting, the circumference of the ankle and knee is also determined.

Constructing a pattern

You can take a ready-made pattern and model a suitable style based on it. In this case, individual parameters must be taken into account: the trousers are tapered at the ankles and knees, and a smooth line is drawn along the inseam and outer seam. If the item is made of knitwear, no extras are needed for fit; this fabric will stretch on its own and fit the figure.

The top element in the form of a sweatshirt with a zipper or with a cord is also created based on the finished pattern and adjusted to the measurements obtained. If necessary, the sleeve narrows, the length increases or decreases. To draw up a diagram yourself, you will need individual dimensions; on their basis, the front and rear shelves are created. The process is quite labor-intensive, so only experienced seamstresses can do it.

Trousers

Sweater

Cutting and assembly

The layout of elements on fabric always begins with large parts: shelves, back, sleeves. All small elements - pockets, cuffs, collar - are located in the spaces between them. Sewing a tracksuit is carried out according to the following algorithm:

All elements are transferred to the fabric, taking into account the necessary allowances.
The parts are connected to each other in the following order: darts, folds, side cuts, crotch seams (for trousers).
Pockets are sewn in, which can be internal or patch pockets.
The top is folded up, leaving holes for inserting elastic.

If cuffs are planned on the top or bottom, they also need to be cut out of fabric. With a wrist circumference of 17 cm, you will need an elastic band 8 cm wide and 15 cm long.

Stages of sewing a sports suit

We transfer the pattern to the cut. Don't forget about allowances - 3-4 cm for sleeves, bottoms of trousers and jackets, 4-6 cm for the tops of trousers, 0.5-1 cm for seams.

Are you planning a model made from combined fabrics? Draw seam lines onto the paper pattern and cut out the pieces. Transfer each of them to the selected material.

Sew all the parts together.
Sew pockets into the side seams of the trousers - they can be removed from any model.
You can make patch pockets on a sports jacket.
Fold and sew the top of the trousers, leaving an opening for later insertion of elastic.

If there are cuffs on the sleeves and pants, they need to be cut out of fabric. Let's say the wrist circumference is 17 cm. Then the cuff elastic will be 13-15 cm long and 6-8 cm wide. Cut and fold in half lengthwise, wrong side inward. Sew the cuff to the sleeve or trousers.

For the neck you will need a piece whose length is equal to the circumference of the neck according to the pattern. The width is arbitrary, but double - according to the selected model. Fold in half and stitch into the neckline. Make a drawstring along the top of the collar and thread the cord.

CUT OUT A WOMEN'S TROUSER SUIT

When cutting, don't forget to allow seam allowances!

Recommended seam allowances: 1-1.5 cm for sewn seams, 0.7 cm for hemmed seams, 4 cm for hems of sleeves and hems.

In addition to seam allowances, make additional allowances in places where adjustments are possible during fitting.

The suit can be lined or without it.

The lining is cut according to the main parts. In a jacket, the front of the lining is cut without taking into account the hem, and the back without taking into account the facing of the neck. In trousers, the lining is cut only for the front halves. Moreover, the length of the trouser lining should be 15-20 cm shorter than the top part.

Note: The pattern is designed for a conventionally typical figure. If your figure differs from the conventionally typical one, you should adjust the pattern taking into account the characteristics of your physique and only then start cutting.

Preparing for work

Before you start sewing, you need to take measurements, choose the fabric and style of the future product.

Which fabric to choose

For the summer model, it is better to choose light fabrics: cotton, three-thread, knitwear, jersey or viscose . Suits made from such materials look stylish and simple. They are comfortable to walk in and your body does not sweat in the summer.

For autumn and winter, we choose denser materials: fucro, velor, fleece . They will help warm the body in cold rainy weather and keep warm well.

How to take measurements

When taking measurements, it is important to take into account all the girl’s parameters.

For a tracksuit you will need the following information.

For pants : waist circumference, leg length, buttock circumference (when sewing tight-fitting models, you will need knee and ankle circumference).
For a sweater : length of the back, arm, shoulders, chest and waist circumference, back width (for tight-fitting models you will also need the circumference of the hand and elbow).

What you need for work

To make women's sportswear, you will have to stock up on such materials and tools.

Scissors.
With threads.
Pattern.
Soap.
Fabric.
Rubber band.

If you plan to use decor, you can also take additional accessories to suit your taste.

Important! Having a sewing machine will be a big advantage when sewing. However, if it is not there, do not be upset: all the details can be sewn by hand.

Women's tracksuit pattern

Two patterns are made for the pants and jacket. You can already find ready-made options on the Internet or create your own . The pattern is made only according to the person’s parameters. Otherwise, the product may turn out big or small.

Trousers

The trouser pattern consists of two parts (front and back). We add 3–5 cm to the girl’s parameters if we plan to make a free-type model. To sew tight-fitting models, add 1–2 cm.

The back should be 2–3 cm wider than the front, as the roundness of the hips is taken into account. The length of the product should be ankle-length or slightly lower.

Important! If knitwear is chosen for a suit, then we do not make the product loose, since the fabric tends to stretch.

Sweater

A jacket for a suit can be in the form of a sweatshirt with a hood without a fastener or with one .

For summer options , instead of a sweater, you can sew a sleeveless vest . You can also make a simple top or T-shirt .

When creating a pattern, you should take into account the chest circumference, that is, the product should be slightly larger in front. A cutout is made if desired. The product is decorated with a lock, patch pockets or lacing.

Sewing a tracksuit

After constructing the pattern, it needs to be transferred to the fabric . To make the clothes comfortable, we make an indent for the sleeves - 3 cm, for the bottom of the product - 6 cm, for the top of the pants - 1 cm .

The algorithm of actions is as follows.

Cut out the pattern pieces from the fabric.
We sew all the details.
We sew pockets into the side seams of the pants (they are absent in tight-fitting models).
If desired, we sew pockets and a hood to the jacket.
We turn the top of the pants and sew them on.
Insert an elastic band into the resulting hole.
We sew a separate piece into the neck.
If you plan to have cuffs in a tracksuit, then cut them out of the fabric and sew the elastic cuffs to the product.

The product is ready! After connecting all the parts and finishing the work, the suit should be washed in warm water and allowed to dry. And then iron it with an iron.

Every craftswoman can sew a women's tracksuit at home. The main thing is to approach the process responsibly and follow the algorithm of actions.

Cutting and assembly

The development of sportswear is carried out according to the following algorithm:

All details of the suit pattern are transferred to the fabric, taking into account all the necessary allowances;
Each part must be connected to each other in the following order: darts, folds, cuts, crotches;
Sewing pockets;
It folds up, leaving small holes for later inserting an elastic band.

Women's velvet suit

Suit in SPORT CHIC style. Pattern for 4 sizes (Sew and cut)

We will sew a very fashionable suit consisting of narrow trousers with stripes and a blouse with one-piece sleeves and a flounce in the sport chic style with our own hands.

Sewing such a suit is not difficult. I try to use professional terms to a minimum so that everyone can understand them, even those who are just starting to sew.

For a suit you need to take two types of fabric: the main one, and also the finishing one for the stripes and belt.

Sports jersey fabric is perfect here; this fabric is dense and elastic without texture, it holds its shape well and practically does not wrinkle.

You will need approximately 180 cm of fabric. The fabric for the stripes and belt can be cut crosswise, so 20-25 cm will be enough.

Please note that the pattern is given for 4 sizes at once: 40-42 and 46-48.

The size numbers on the pattern are next to each other. The top is smaller and the bottom is larger.

The trousers according to the proposed pattern fit the figure very well.

Blouse without chest dart. In order not to upset the balance of the product, 3.5 cm have been added to the length of the shelf; they will also replace the chest undercut.

Using the same pattern, you can sew such a model, you just need to lengthen and narrow the sleeve, and add a stripe in the side seam of the blouse that goes into the sleeve. The trousers should be widened a little.

We cut out:

If you bought sports jersey fabric, there is no texture or pattern on this fabric, it is plain and completely smooth, so the layout on the fabric can be laid out taking into account the economy of fabric.

That is, first lay out the back panel, and then the front one downwards with your head towards the back (jack). In this case, it is possible to fit a larger size into the standard fabric width...

The front and back panels of the blouse are located next to each other, and the flounce is cut out from the rest of the fabric.

Modeling an offset side seam and ruffles in a T-shirt

You can model on the pattern of any T-shirt, half-faith... You can even take and remove the pattern from your old, favorite T-shirt. Or use our pattern.

Photo source: https://www.pinterest.ru

Please note that I suggested designing the left and right sides of the T-shirt differently. You can do as you please