@@ashbentley I also love it! I've been inspired by you and a few other people to finally jump into maybe trying to make myself a clothe so perhaps within the next month I will experience the joy of adding pockets myself!
I was pocketmaxxing this whole summer lol, I wore cargo shorts with 6 pockets (two of which can fit a small water bottle) literally 80% of the time. No backpack needed:)
I have a coat that has a pocket positioned practically on the back of my thigh. It is so shallow my phone falls out ALL the time and I have to dislocate my shoulder to reach it. What brain designs that? Whenever you feel like starting the pocket sufragette revolution, I'm ready to storm the barricades with ya. ❤x
That pocket positioning sounds ridiculous! And thank you, we will carry revolutionary materials in our full sized and appropriately positioned pockets!
You learning to knit would be a fun thing to see! I'm an avid knitter and it can be very peaceful and soothing with its repetitive movements! It's especially great for me since I have adhd and it requires both hands, keeps my brain occupied. It's a bit confusing to learn at first but if you have a pair of needles, some yarn and a lot of patience with a dash of stubbornness, anything is possible! 😅❤
It's super high on the list! I love hand stitching on the couch, and I can absolutely see knitting being another lovely and cozy thing to do while watching some trash tv 😊
I also wash/dry denim up to 3 times because it continues to shrink. I do this with flannel, corduroy, linen and denim because they all shrink for several washes.
I love how they turned out, and the choice of items in the pockets! Also, definitely would like to see you tackle making slippers. The story about your "lost" mug was too precious 😂
What annoys me the most are the tiny pockets on plus size pants, like I am a US size 3X there is enough real estate for full size pockets and I have to empty my pockets every time I sit down so stuff doesn't fall out
I've been hauling around the same tiny leather backpack for 10+ years, can't live without because of the 'pocket' problem in women's garments and the fact that purses and most bags are super impractical. My boyfriend calls it my Dora the Explorer pack and I love that hahaha🥰
That's so cute! I would love to find the perfect little backpack for everyday (I mostly stick with the coats with big pockets), because you're so right, handbags are impractical and also bad for your shoulders!
@@ashbentley Knitter here just starting to learn crochet: do yourself a favor and don't start with a thin (dark) yarn and small hooks/needles, the ridiculous amount of time you would have to invest on your first project (ask me how I know 😂) I personally gravitate to the gidlike structure of knitting, but as intimidating it is for me, the omnidirectional quality of crochet is pretty attractive 👀 Either way, I would love to see yarn projects from you ❤
@ashbentley learn crochet... then "continental style" knitting. A lot of knitting instructions on the web is from American POV & of "throwing style" and learning "picking style" it hella easy for a learned crochet person.
@@akhagee4707 I definitely agree with continental style knitting, though I'm an American and didn't realize that we were particularly associated with the "throwing" style of knitting elsewhere in the world; we call that English style here. The more you know! But even though I learned crochet after knitting, I definitely find continental easier/smoother.
Your joy is transformative! I am lying here nauseated from a medication but you have invigorated my desire to actually maybe do something today. Thank you! 😊
Lack of pockets got you down? Add a couple dozen of your own! These are so fun, and you look amazing in them. Also! I would love to watch your journey through knit/crochet if thats something youre actually interested in. Thats my fiber art of choice, so I get excited any time others express interest. Much love!! 💖💖
Thank you so much! They are part of my regular rotation now 😄 I'm leaning towards knitting, as I love the look of knitted jumpers. I'll just need to watch a whole bunch of tutorials! Let me know if you have any suggestions for learning❤
First of all that 3rd mock up looked excellent, I would be making so many pairs of jeans and trousers in that style. Second of all, everything you said about pockets in ladies ... everything is so true. Third the jeans came out great. Last of all, I too have a partner called Thomas and I thought he was the loudest sneezer known to mankind - your Thomas has made me reconsider 😂. Very last of all, I am so jealous of your Juki.
I loved the third mock up too! I have packed the pattern away for future pants because I am definitely making more. Omg the sneezing Thomas's 😂😂 I'm so glad I'm not alone in that AND that I got it on camera because it's hard to explain how loud it is😂 The Juki is some of the best money I've spent, highly recommend if you ever have the opportunity ❤
@@ashbentley No, you are the best! And your pants turned out incredible, and the pockets turned out also incredible, and the workmanship is amazing. You could totally learn to sew with knits or learn to knit, but you can also crochet sweaters which might be slightly easier but consume more yarn. Also is your PO box number still the same? I just finished acquiring everything that I have been meaning to send you.
Aw thank you! ☺ I will definitely look into crochet too! And PO box number is "PO Box 5047, Laburnum VIC 3130, Australia" You are seriously too kind!! 🤗🤗❤❤❤
Great video! Your determination to sew these the right way was very informative! Also I started knitting before sewing. Highly recommend because the quality of knit sweaters you buy in store is so bad. I have a winter sweater i knit with cotton and it’s the best thing ever. Warm layer but still breathable, not itchy at all and looks great after many washings. Plus the act of knitting is such a calming thing to do with your hands.
Thank you so much! I honestly really enjoyed the mock up process for these, I learnt so much. Also I completely agree about the quality of knit sweaters available, if I like the design, it tends to be polyester :( I'm excited to try!
These look awesome! My favourite topstitching hack is to use two spools of regular thread and put them through the machine as one. It looks pretty much the same as topstitching thread but never messes up my machine's tension, and you have a lot more colour options. No need to buy extra spools, just wind an extra bobbin and use that.
I did wonder what was going to happen with the buttonholes, and lo! It was hand-sewing time. They look great though! You had so much patience doing mock-ups. I "wearable toile-d" my way through getting to a decent pant fit and it was so depressing. So I applaud your commitment to doing it the right way! Thanks for sharing all the steps and this incredibly fun and funny project.
I regretted leaving the buttonholes to the end so hard 😅 I just didn't want to keep swapping the threads out! I always struggled with mock ups in the past because I felt like I was wasting fabric making non-wearable clothes, but I am happy I got in the habit because I'm much happier with my makes. Thank you so much for your lovely comment! And for continuing to come back 🥰❤
Random question while rewatching this - do you buy the calico on the roll from spotlight, the stuff thats like $4.50 a metre, and is it worth it? Trying to convince myself to make mock ups…. (rewatching your videos because your channel has entered the realm of ‘my favourites’ and thus has become comfort viewing on crappy days)
Hi Ash absolutely loved this project. I was a bit suss about so many pockets but it looked absolutely amazing. Can’t wait to see your other projects. ❤❤❤
Hi Ash …. Wow your Jeans are absolutely amazing …. I love how you just jump into a project no matter how complex it is … you definitely need a 2nd chair in you room lol… I love how even pocket Thomas had his own pocket …. I still haven’t made a pocket Hazel yet and in all honesty probably never will …. Even though I want one …. Ooooooo you need to make a pocket Alfie !!!! Xxxxx
Oh my gosh I DO need to make a pocket Alfie! That's a fantastic idea. I would love to see a pocket Hazel too if you ever feel up to it. And thank you, I do love a challenge 😊 2nd chair is an excellent idea actually, I hadn't thought of that 😅
Nice job! I haven't made pants yet but mostly because many of the (men's, of course) cargo pants I found in the early aughts and bought a dozen pairs of, still fit and are still holding together (barely, many colourful patches). I have two pairs that hang by the door, one with garden loadout and one with work loadout, the work loadout pair weighs probably 10 lbs/4.5 kg cause I've got a multitude of tools in the pocketses and keys for six buildings on the belt loops. Today in addition to my usual loadout of knife, first aid kit, phone, marker, plant tags and scissors, I also had two 700 ml water bottles. And yeah, I literally leave a heap of stuff in a pile on the floor under where my pants hang when they go to the laundry... One thing I have had to do with some pairs of cargo pants is shorten the lower thigh pockets because either it strains and starts tearing the surrounding fabric when I've got something blocky like my phone in it, or becuase having heavy things too low when I'm doing active things has given me some rather spectacular bruises on and about my knees. So I do know where I want pocketses to be placed when I do eventually crack and make my own (the manufacturer no longer exists, which is a shame because those are the only pants with reasonable pockets I've ever found that comfortably fit my dad-bod-with-boobs body shape... and once they start disintegrating beyond being able to patch them back together, I'll be taking one pair apart to trace for a pattern.
4.5kg! Wearing your work pants would be a proper work out! It felt like trying to walk through water wearing just the jeans with nothing in the pockets. Not having pockets on the knees is sooo important. That's so great that have the pants to make a good pattern from too. Best of luck with it!
@@ashbentley Heh, yeah they're stretching out the waistband and that comined with some changes to my torso shape, I'm starting to be in danger of losing my pants...
I could feel the weight of all the stuff I put in the pockets starting to stretch the waistband on my jeans very quickly. Might be time to look into a pocket harness/belt?
@@ashbentley I don't really have hips to speak of and whatever I do has to be comfortable in the car, if I have anything that requires fiddling between home and work, it's gonna get left out and everything goes in the pocketses. This works well enough for now, though if I have to replace my screwdriver wtih a heavier set I may have to reconsider! I just need to make a few waist darts when the pants stretch too much, or add a little elastic panel or something...
It’s a bit extra but my favorite Christmas gift as an adult has been an ember mug, it has a heater in it so my drink never goes cold even when I forget it.
I'm neurospicy too and I'm 100% convinced if I ever tried knitting or crocheting again, my main problem would still be losing my stitches and miscounting my rows. Buuut I've seen those thingies with the prongs where you simply weave the yarn like, in and out? and then over? To make scarves. Andddd... Well. What's a sweater if not a collection of scarf shaped thingies sewn into a tube and then to one another?? Can't be that difficult! Right? Right???
oh wow that is actually unlocking a memory of trying to knit when I was like 10 and the scarf was all wavy from all the missed and added stitches 😅 I am super keen to try weaving too though!! I'm keeping my eye out for a loom because that honestly looks quite relaxing to do. And yeah, surely just add all the pieces together at the end??
Wait! Is this why women all at once agreed to hate men in cargo pants?! That was the most comfortable and useful time in clothing history, and now that i think about it 🤔 if I were a woman forced to were uncomfortable things without pockets I'd despise the guys in their cargo pants too 🙃🤣 And FOR REAL women have been SCREAMING this for decades now "Pockets! We demand pockets 🤬😭" and everyone ignores!.wtf?
It makes no sense that women are so vocal about pockets (the 'Thanks it has pockets!' trope) and STILL brands don't do anything about it? Seems like such an easy fix 🤷♀️
As a knitter sitting here working on a knit top while watching your video, I definitely think you should give knitting a try! The jeans came out amazingly well, I'm so impressed! I love the wide-leg, multi-pocketed look. The several stages of mockups absolutely show in how well they fit, too. They look comfy!
I'm only just realising how versatile knitting can be, I'm *almost* worried that if I start, it's all I do! But yes very keen to try 😊And thank you so much! They mostly are comfortable! Just heavy 😂
I LAUGHED SO HARD AT THE SCREAM SNEEZE my husband does that all the time and it scares the hell out of me EVERY TIME. Also crochet is way better than knitting. (That is a completely unsubstantiated claim, but if you ask anyone who has tried to learn both, they will almost always say that the first one they learned is better, easier, faster, and more fun.) So yeah. Crochet is best. :) Also I love your videos, your projects, your sense of humor, your dog, and your tenacity. OH AND YOUR HAIR. All of you, really, you're amazing.
How are you not more popular!?!? You are officially one of my favorite youtubers! Your vibes are genuinely great! also I thought I should mention I came from the cursed backpack video. 10/10 love your creations.
Too bad you're too young to remember '90s Jenko Jeans. One school friend shoved three different textbooks with notebooks in his back pockets and still had more space to use on the front. Girly Jenkos were lighter on the pocket space, but still bigger than Walmart brands.
This is so cool it looks so badass!! And I really enjoyed this video, I love how it just radiates adhd lol. I've made garments in the past and am trying to learn more, but sometimes I get kinda demotivated when watching sewing videos cause I feel like I could never be that skilled. So watching stuff like this is comforting because even though I definitely don't yet have the skills for this either, it's nice to know that other people are also just messing around and not knowing what they're doing and making mistakes and getting frustrated. This is honestly making me excited about sewing again because just the f around and find out creative process is the most fun for me. I will now be binging a bunch of your videos, I'm so glad I found your channel!!
Thank you so much! I know what you mean about getting demotivated, I find that particularly when someone is also very aesthetic. I'd much rather people see me make stuff and think 'I could do that'. And so that you know, I don't even include all my mistakes usually because there just isn't time 😂 So yes, please just give it a go, I'm so happy to hear you're excited about sewing again! 🤗
I got really, REALLY annoyed (one could say angry) once after finding a pair of cool-looking leggings that seemingly had two nice zipped pockets... THEY WERE FAKE. Someone had gone through the trouble of sewing those zips with a piece of fabric at the back to make them into FAKE POCKETS. I even took photos to show a couple of seamstress friends because it was so absurd. That was at the end of last year, I'm still very much fuming about it 😅🤣😅🤣 That said, these pants are really cute. Well done!
I've seen this! The EFFORT it takes to put a zipper in! And that they go and just cover it with a bit of fabric instead of doing the last step to make it a pocket is bonkers. Why do they mock us so. Also thank you 😊
Just found your channel from the bunny backpack and I'm about 4 videos deep. These are the coolest damn pants I have ever seen. I must sew more pockets onto things!
Love watching your videos. You should definitely learn to knit….especially all those super chunky jumpers that use multiple yarns….and I have a heap of labels if you have a P.O. Box that I can send them to….or will be in Melbourne in two weeks so could drop them off?
I'd love to make a super chunky jumper! I have a bunch of good quality wool yarns but they're all different, I'm hoping I can make them all in to one jumper somehow (not sure if it's possible). I would love some patches if you have some you can spare and have the time to send them! I have a PO Box so that would be perfect ❤ Its PO Box 5047 Laburnum, VIC, 3130. Thank you so much!!!
27:30 I have the same problem with my energy drinks and water. I open them or gather water from the tap to come up to temp as I sip on them throughout the day, but my partner thinks I've forgotten them and will drink them 'for me.' Thieves!
Love them. I also hate the lack of pockets on women's clothes. My pet peeve is the lack of inside pockets on jackets and coats. I've been knitting for 50 years (I learned when I was 7) and I have been crocheting for about 20 years. I like crochet because it's fast. But knitting makes more sophisticated garments. Love the slipper idea. Also something I always wanted to try. And crocheting moccasins using flip flops as the base.
Why don't we get inside pockets?? It's makes no sense. That's really good to know about the differences between knitting and crochet! I think I like the finished look of knitted garments more, but I also saw a cardigan with crocheted rats on it, so I think there are definitely merits to both. Flip flops as the base is a great idea!
i have an oversized capri pants, they have the biggest pockets i ever had and now i cant wear anything else cause i also do hate carrying bags(thought i still carry the biggest backpacks around) i need this pants lol
I've done plenty of pocket ranting myself. The worst kind of fake pocket is when they do a welt pocket that appears to be real but actually only fits a single tampon. You were SO CLOSE to an actual pocket, whyyyy?!
tape dispensers are just so unexpectedly fun for such a mundane item and holy heck I got my first dispenser this year and I will never go back :O OH I HOPE THE NEW PLACE IS GOING WELL FOR YOU :D
THANK YOU. I feel justified for keeping that in the video 😅 I am honestly astounded how much easier it is to wrap presents etc why did I go so long without one??? And yes LOVING the new place, it's so green and quiet 🥰
My 90's gay heart is so so happy at these. I do not have the sewing skills or machine to make a pair from scratch but this is great inspiration for upcycling a pair of my jeans to have more pockets in a fun scattering arrangement!
hey so this is kinda a very odd comment, but that green jacket at 2:39. check the neckline for a zipper, because there may be a hood hidden inside of it! (not really related to the video but I have an identical jacket and it had a hidden hood as well)
I prefer crochet and there are plenty of tutorials for cardigans and sweaters! will definitely be adding many pockets to every article of clothing I own!
They look amazing, I love all the pockets. I didn't realize you had to change thread for the different parts, I have been stitching stuffed for years oops lol. I do have a pair of dungarees which I love so much but they are super wide legged and at some point I may look into how to reduce this. I was just going to stitch up the leg and call it done 😂
I'm actually not sure that you do need to change the thread, it was more of a money saving thing because the top stitching thread was $7 for a spool and that only had 30 meters on it. But you should definitely have a go at adjusting your dungarees! I was actually having heaps of fun just trying out different alterations and seeing what it did to the fit of the pants 🙂
Do they not sell cargo pants in the Southern Hemisphere? I mean, these turned out pretty neat and you have something handmade and tailored, so cool. But cargo pants are like $25 to $50 which seems pretty accessible...
They do but the pockets are too small/too fashion and not practical. I just looked on the iconic and the pants were $70-$200 there, with only two extra pockets and what looked like polyester fabrics that would rip easily or fall off it you put anything of substance in them.
So many pockets 😍! Pants manufacturers just need to do better. I have skirts and dresses with great pockets and pockets aren't even a part of their general design.
I love it too! It's called the Janella jumpsuit by a brand called 'Calli', but I got it a year ago so I think it's out of stock now 😥 I would highly recommend though, it's really comfortable 😊
Oh I love the jumpsuit too! Super comfy, I bought it to change into for dancing at my wedding 🥰 It’s called the Janella jumpsuit from a brand called Calli. I got it at The Iconic, not sure if sharing a link will work but I’ll try ❤️ www.theiconic.com.au/janella-jumpsuit-2298656.html
I wish I could properly explain how THICK those seams were and it went through like nothing. Not kidding, some of the best money I've ever spent. And yay thank you! I have added it to the list ❤
I was so glad those pockets came out like I imagined! I was pretty nervous about them ruining the whole look 😅 And my brain and hands thank you for the compliment 🤗
They should be available at sewing supply stores - try searching French Curve and/or grading rulers for fashion/dressmaking ❤ Another great one to have is a set square but I don't have one haha
I have decided that I will add "pocketmaxxing" to my fashion choice desires.
I absolutely love the phrase pocketmaxxing and that is what I shall call it now
@@ashbentley I also love it! I've been inspired by you and a few other people to finally jump into maybe trying to make myself a clothe so perhaps within the next month I will experience the joy of adding pockets myself!
Yes please do! It's so rewarding, there's nothing like wearing something you made with your own hands ❤
I was pocketmaxxing this whole summer lol, I wore cargo shorts with 6 pockets (two of which can fit a small water bottle) literally 80% of the time. No backpack needed:)
I have a coat that has a pocket positioned practically on the back of my thigh. It is so shallow my phone falls out ALL the time and I have to dislocate my shoulder to reach it. What brain designs that? Whenever you feel like starting the pocket sufragette revolution, I'm ready to storm the barricades with ya. ❤x
That pocket positioning sounds ridiculous! And thank you, we will carry revolutionary materials in our full sized and appropriately positioned pockets!
You learning to knit would be a fun thing to see! I'm an avid knitter and it can be very peaceful and soothing with its repetitive movements! It's especially great for me since I have adhd and it requires both hands, keeps my brain occupied.
It's a bit confusing to learn at first but if you have a pair of needles, some yarn and a lot of patience with a dash of stubbornness, anything is possible! 😅❤
It's super high on the list! I love hand stitching on the couch, and I can absolutely see knitting being another lovely and cozy thing to do while watching some trash tv 😊
I also wash/dry denim up to 3 times because it continues to shrink. I do this with flannel, corduroy, linen and denim because they all shrink for several washes.
Oh good to know! I have a linen donna cover and I swear it shrinks every single time I wash it.
I love how they turned out, and the choice of items in the pockets! Also, definitely would like to see you tackle making slippers. The story about your "lost" mug was too precious 😂
Haha thank you! I can't tell you how heavy all that stuff was 😂 But it's nice to have the option. And slippers is on the list, thank you!
@@ashbentley make-a-long slippers?? crochet? leather? sheepskin? thrifted plush toys?
What annoys me the most are the tiny pockets on plus size pants, like I am a US size 3X there is enough real estate for full size pockets and I have to empty my pockets every time I sit down so stuff doesn't fall out
Another pocket issue that makes no sense!
The outcome of these is so insanely good especially knowing these are the first pants you've ever made!!
Thank you so much! I think a lot of it was starting with a great base pattern ☺
You: "Have you knit? Do you like knitting?"
Me, looking up from the pumpkin hat I'm knitting for my newborn nephew: "....yes and yes"
Omg a pumpkin hat sooooo cute 😄
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I DID NOT EVEN THINK OF THAT 😂 Travel pants for sure!
I feel like you should have way more subscribers in a year because of how good these videos are
Aww thank you! I'm trying my best 😅
I've been hauling around the same tiny leather backpack for 10+ years, can't live without because of the 'pocket' problem in women's garments and the fact that purses and most bags are super impractical. My boyfriend calls it my Dora the Explorer pack and I love that hahaha🥰
That's so cute! I would love to find the perfect little backpack for everyday (I mostly stick with the coats with big pockets), because you're so right, handbags are impractical and also bad for your shoulders!
@ashbentley I found mine in a thriftshop when I was 17 (I'm 31 now) and I will keep it till it will literally fall apart. It was a very lucky find!🥰
Forget knitting Ash…crochet is the way… Love your channel. I was among your first 1000 and loved they 1000 flowers. Go you!!!
Oh thank you so much! You've been here from the start ❤ And I am hearing good things about crochet so I will definitely look into it ☺
I second that! Crochet is the way to go!
@@ashbentley Knitter here just starting to learn crochet: do yourself a favor and don't start with a thin (dark) yarn and small hooks/needles, the ridiculous amount of time you would have to invest on your first project (ask me how I know 😂)
I personally gravitate to the gidlike structure of knitting, but as intimidating it is for me, the omnidirectional quality of crochet is pretty attractive 👀
Either way, I would love to see yarn projects from you ❤
@ashbentley learn crochet... then "continental style" knitting. A lot of knitting instructions on the web is from American POV & of "throwing style" and learning "picking style" it hella easy for a learned crochet person.
@@akhagee4707 I definitely agree with continental style knitting, though I'm an American and didn't realize that we were particularly associated with the "throwing" style of knitting elsewhere in the world; we call that English style here. The more you know! But even though I learned crochet after knitting, I definitely find continental easier/smoother.
I definitely recommend learning to knit! I find it's nice to keep my hands busy while I watch tv.
100% will learn, it's on the list!
Your joy is transformative! I am lying here nauseated from a medication but you have invigorated my desire to actually maybe do something today. Thank you! 😊
Oh no!! I hope you feel better soon! ❤️ Take care of yourself, you're allowed a relax day 😊
Lack of pockets got you down? Add a couple dozen of your own! These are so fun, and you look amazing in them. Also! I would love to watch your journey through knit/crochet if thats something youre actually interested in. Thats my fiber art of choice, so I get excited any time others express interest. Much love!! 💖💖
Thank you so much! They are part of my regular rotation now 😄 I'm leaning towards knitting, as I love the look of knitted jumpers. I'll just need to watch a whole bunch of tutorials! Let me know if you have any suggestions for learning❤
These are so 90's club kid! I love them
Thank you! It was an accident but I love it
I love crafting on a stormy day. It’s the best.
It's soooooo good
Literally just found this channel and it's like Rachel Maksy and Morgan Donner had a child and I'm obsesssseeeddd, instant follow
That is a HUGE compliment I appreciate it so much 😭😊🥰
First of all that 3rd mock up looked excellent, I would be making so many pairs of jeans and trousers in that style. Second of all, everything you said about pockets in ladies ... everything is so true. Third the jeans came out great. Last of all, I too have a partner called Thomas and I thought he was the loudest sneezer known to mankind - your Thomas has made me reconsider 😂.
Very last of all, I am so jealous of your Juki.
I loved the third mock up too! I have packed the pattern away for future pants because I am definitely making more.
Omg the sneezing Thomas's 😂😂 I'm so glad I'm not alone in that AND that I got it on camera because it's hard to explain how loud it is😂
The Juki is some of the best money I've spent, highly recommend if you ever have the opportunity ❤
Finally an appropriate amount of pockets ❤
Haha yesssssss
I FUCKING LOVE REAL POCKETS TOO! SMALL POCKETS ARE FAKE POCKETS (still watching, future comments will come at the end)
😂 😂 You are the best ❤️
@@ashbentley No, you are the best! And your pants turned out incredible, and the pockets turned out also incredible, and the workmanship is amazing. You could totally learn to sew with knits or learn to knit, but you can also crochet sweaters which might be slightly easier but consume more yarn. Also is your PO box number still the same? I just finished acquiring everything that I have been meaning to send you.
Aw thank you! ☺ I will definitely look into crochet too! And PO box number is "PO Box 5047, Laburnum VIC 3130, Australia" You are seriously too kind!! 🤗🤗❤❤❤
Great video! Your determination to sew these the right way was very informative! Also I started knitting before sewing. Highly recommend because the quality of knit sweaters you buy in store is so bad. I have a winter sweater i knit with cotton and it’s the best thing ever. Warm layer but still breathable, not itchy at all and looks great after many washings. Plus the act of knitting is such a calming thing to do with your hands.
Thank you so much! I honestly really enjoyed the mock up process for these, I learnt so much. Also I completely agree about the quality of knit sweaters available, if I like the design, it tends to be polyester :( I'm excited to try!
These are so fun. To really get the trip pants effect you need a couple of chains on there!
I love how these look and the fit is fantastic!
I totally agree! And thank you so much 🥰
A pocket a day keeps the handbag away!
I love that!
These look awesome!
My favourite topstitching hack is to use two spools of regular thread and put them through the machine as one. It looks pretty much the same as topstitching thread but never messes up my machine's tension, and you have a lot more colour options. No need to buy extra spools, just wind an extra bobbin and use that.
That's a great idea! I will have to try that next time, that topstitching saga was a whole thing 😅
Nice to know I'm not the only one that screams and yells when I sew.
I discovered it's only machine sewing that makes me screamy :)
Definitely not, you can get a sew on patch that says 'sewing and swearing 4 ever' 😂
That's a really good point! Hand sewing is so relaxing ☺
And sticks? I love that. For me its usually, and rocks? Sometimes mine and sometimes the rocks my preschoolers found and wanted me to hold
So cute that the preschooler want you to hold on to the cool rocks! It always sticks for me 😂
I did wonder what was going to happen with the buttonholes, and lo! It was hand-sewing time. They look great though! You had so much patience doing mock-ups. I "wearable toile-d" my way through getting to a decent pant fit and it was so depressing. So I applaud your commitment to doing it the right way! Thanks for sharing all the steps and this incredibly fun and funny project.
I regretted leaving the buttonholes to the end so hard 😅 I just didn't want to keep swapping the threads out! I always struggled with mock ups in the past because I felt like I was wasting fabric making non-wearable clothes, but I am happy I got in the habit because I'm much happier with my makes. Thank you so much for your lovely comment! And for continuing to come back 🥰❤
Random question while rewatching this - do you buy the calico on the roll from spotlight, the stuff thats like $4.50 a metre, and is it worth it? Trying to convince myself to make mock ups…. (rewatching your videos because your channel has entered the realm of ‘my favourites’ and thus has become comfort viewing on crappy days)
Just a sarcastic amount of pockets.
EXACTLY
WOWW they came out so cool!!! cant believe theyre functional ANDD stylish hahaha
Thank you!! I am in love with them and my ability to carry books and snacks 😂
Hi Ash absolutely loved this project. I was a bit suss about so many pockets but it looked absolutely amazing. Can’t wait to see your other projects. ❤❤❤
Thanks so much! 😊 To be honest I was aiming for 40 pockets but I realised that would be ridiculous 😅
You did it! 👏👏👏😃 They look store bought! And you have such patience! Sewing would have made me lost my mind 😂🤣❤️
Thank you so much! That is the highest complement, I was worried they would look 100% home made 😅
Great jeans, you should do a slippers
Thank you! It's on the list ❤
Wow, it's so stunning! Love all the different types of pockets. ❤
Thank you so much! 🤗
Hi Ash …. Wow your Jeans are absolutely amazing …. I love how you just jump into a project no matter how complex it is … you definitely need a 2nd chair in you room lol… I love how even pocket Thomas had his own pocket …. I still haven’t made a pocket Hazel yet and in all honesty probably never will …. Even though I want one …. Ooooooo you need to make a pocket Alfie !!!! Xxxxx
Oh my gosh I DO need to make a pocket Alfie! That's a fantastic idea. I would love to see a pocket Hazel too if you ever feel up to it. And thank you, I do love a challenge 😊 2nd chair is an excellent idea actually, I hadn't thought of that 😅
the ultimate jargo pants...
Jargo 😂
Nice job! I haven't made pants yet but mostly because many of the (men's, of course) cargo pants I found in the early aughts and bought a dozen pairs of, still fit and are still holding together (barely, many colourful patches). I have two pairs that hang by the door, one with garden loadout and one with work loadout, the work loadout pair weighs probably 10 lbs/4.5 kg cause I've got a multitude of tools in the pocketses and keys for six buildings on the belt loops. Today in addition to my usual loadout of knife, first aid kit, phone, marker, plant tags and scissors, I also had two 700 ml water bottles.
And yeah, I literally leave a heap of stuff in a pile on the floor under where my pants hang when they go to the laundry...
One thing I have had to do with some pairs of cargo pants is shorten the lower thigh pockets because either it strains and starts tearing the surrounding fabric when I've got something blocky like my phone in it, or becuase having heavy things too low when I'm doing active things has given me some rather spectacular bruises on and about my knees. So I do know where I want pocketses to be placed when I do eventually crack and make my own (the manufacturer no longer exists, which is a shame because those are the only pants with reasonable pockets I've ever found that comfortably fit my dad-bod-with-boobs body shape... and once they start disintegrating beyond being able to patch them back together, I'll be taking one pair apart to trace for a pattern.
4.5kg! Wearing your work pants would be a proper work out! It felt like trying to walk through water wearing just the jeans with nothing in the pockets. Not having pockets on the knees is sooo important. That's so great that have the pants to make a good pattern from too. Best of luck with it!
@@ashbentley Heh, yeah they're stretching out the waistband and that comined with some changes to my torso shape, I'm starting to be in danger of losing my pants...
I could feel the weight of all the stuff I put in the pockets starting to stretch the waistband on my jeans very quickly. Might be time to look into a pocket harness/belt?
@@ashbentley I don't really have hips to speak of and whatever I do has to be comfortable in the car, if I have anything that requires fiddling between home and work, it's gonna get left out and everything goes in the pocketses. This works well enough for now, though if I have to replace my screwdriver wtih a heavier set I may have to reconsider! I just need to make a few waist darts when the pants stretch too much, or add a little elastic panel or something...
It’s a bit extra but my favorite Christmas gift as an adult has been an ember mug, it has a heater in it so my drink never goes cold even when I forget it.
THAT is a GREAT gift. I would get so much use out of that!
I binge watched all your content last week while I was sick in bed 😂 you helped me through my cold and can’t wait to watch more 🥰
That means the absolute WORLD to me ❤ So happy to help and I hope you're feeling better! 🥰
I'm neurospicy too and I'm 100% convinced if I ever tried knitting or crocheting again, my main problem would still be losing my stitches and miscounting my rows.
Buuut I've seen those thingies with the prongs where you simply weave the yarn like, in and out? and then over? To make scarves. Andddd... Well. What's a sweater if not a collection of scarf shaped thingies sewn into a tube and then to one another?? Can't be that difficult! Right? Right???
oh wow that is actually unlocking a memory of trying to knit when I was like 10 and the scarf was all wavy from all the missed and added stitches 😅 I am super keen to try weaving too though!! I'm keeping my eye out for a loom because that honestly looks quite relaxing to do. And yeah, surely just add all the pieces together at the end??
Are you maybe thinking of a triangle loom? That's going to be my next craft!
I'd never seen that before! I was thinking of a tapestry style loom but the triangle looks so interesting! Thanks for sharing 😊
@@ashbentley Yeah, that was the word!😅 I've seen ones that are rectangular or circular that you can use to make scarves or hats.
Wait! Is this why women all at once agreed to hate men in cargo pants?! That was the most comfortable and useful time in clothing history, and now that i think about it 🤔 if I were a woman forced to were uncomfortable things without pockets I'd despise the guys in their cargo pants too 🙃🤣
And FOR REAL women have been SCREAMING this for decades now "Pockets! We demand pockets 🤬😭" and everyone ignores!.wtf?
It makes no sense that women are so vocal about pockets (the 'Thanks it has pockets!' trope) and STILL brands don't do anything about it? Seems like such an easy fix 🤷♀️
I need to invest in some fabric I can use for patterning, these are so cool!!!! Completely unrelated, but your dog is so cute!!!!!!
Thank so much! And thank you, I will go tell Alfie right now ❤
I am a woman who buys men's cargo shorts and pants for the pockets........these pants are the best creation ever.😂
I'm totally going to start checking the men's section at the op shop! And thank you 😊
As a knitter sitting here working on a knit top while watching your video, I definitely think you should give knitting a try! The jeans came out amazingly well, I'm so impressed! I love the wide-leg, multi-pocketed look. The several stages of mockups absolutely show in how well they fit, too. They look comfy!
I'm only just realising how versatile knitting can be, I'm *almost* worried that if I start, it's all I do! But yes very keen to try 😊And thank you so much! They mostly are comfortable! Just heavy 😂
Pants in Scottish English = under garments/underwear...
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Ohhh hahaha 😂
I use size 70 thread for topstitching. The Gutermann Mara 70 thread is thick enough to make nice topstitching and thin enough to be easy to sew!
Oh great call! Thank you for sharing!!
Amazing! Absolutely fantastic 🎉 fully elevated to Fashion status
That means so much! ❤❤
Your so awesome
I LAUGHED SO HARD AT THE SCREAM SNEEZE my husband does that all the time and it scares the hell out of me EVERY TIME. Also crochet is way better than knitting. (That is a completely unsubstantiated claim, but if you ask anyone who has tried to learn both, they will almost always say that the first one they learned is better, easier, faster, and more fun.) So yeah. Crochet is best. :)
Also I love your videos, your projects, your sense of humor, your dog, and your tenacity. OH AND YOUR HAIR. All of you, really, you're amazing.
Same. EVERY. TIME. Also thank you for crochet vote!
And thank you so much, that is a really lovely comment 🥰🤗❤
How are you not more popular!?!? You are officially one of my favorite youtubers! Your vibes are genuinely great! also I thought I should mention I came from the cursed backpack video. 10/10 love your creations.
That is such a lovely thing to say, thank you! That made my day 🥰❤
Too bad you're too young to remember '90s Jenko Jeans. One school friend shoved three different textbooks with notebooks in his back pockets and still had more space to use on the front. Girly Jenkos were lighter on the pocket space, but still bigger than Walmart brands.
I did have to look them up, but they are so huge pockets 😂
This is so cool it looks so badass!! And I really enjoyed this video, I love how it just radiates adhd lol. I've made garments in the past and am trying to learn more, but sometimes I get kinda demotivated when watching sewing videos cause I feel like I could never be that skilled. So watching stuff like this is comforting because even though I definitely don't yet have the skills for this either, it's nice to know that other people are also just messing around and not knowing what they're doing and making mistakes and getting frustrated. This is honestly making me excited about sewing again because just the f around and find out creative process is the most fun for me. I will now be binging a bunch of your videos, I'm so glad I found your channel!!
Thank you so much! I know what you mean about getting demotivated, I find that particularly when someone is also very aesthetic. I'd much rather people see me make stuff and think 'I could do that'. And so that you know, I don't even include all my mistakes usually because there just isn't time 😂 So yes, please just give it a go, I'm so happy to hear you're excited about sewing again! 🤗
I got really, REALLY annoyed (one could say angry) once after finding a pair of cool-looking leggings that seemingly had two nice zipped pockets... THEY WERE FAKE. Someone had gone through the trouble of sewing those zips with a piece of fabric at the back to make them into FAKE POCKETS. I even took photos to show a couple of seamstress friends because it was so absurd. That was at the end of last year, I'm still very much fuming about it 😅🤣😅🤣
That said, these pants are really cute. Well done!
I've seen this! The EFFORT it takes to put a zipper in! And that they go and just cover it with a bit of fabric instead of doing the last step to make it a pocket is bonkers. Why do they mock us so.
Also thank you 😊
Just found your channel from the bunny backpack and I'm about 4 videos deep. These are the coolest damn pants I have ever seen. I must sew more pockets onto things!
Oh yay!! Thank you for giving my videos a go!! I appreciate you ❤️❤️❤️
Love watching your videos. You should definitely learn to knit….especially all those super chunky jumpers that use multiple yarns….and I have a heap of labels if you have a P.O. Box that I can send them to….or will be in Melbourne in two weeks so could drop them off?
I'd love to make a super chunky jumper! I have a bunch of good quality wool yarns but they're all different, I'm hoping I can make them all in to one jumper somehow (not sure if it's possible). I would love some patches if you have some you can spare and have the time to send them! I have a PO Box so that would be perfect ❤ Its PO Box 5047 Laburnum, VIC, 3130. Thank you so much!!!
Totally random comment but I didn't realize people just drank plain warm/ hot water.
It's really good 😂 Apparently, it's better for you too but I don't know how much I believe that lol.
27:30 I have the same problem with my energy drinks and water. I open them or gather water from the tap to come up to temp as I sip on them throughout the day, but my partner thinks I've forgotten them and will drink them 'for me.' Thieves!
Haha they’re soooo helpful 😂
Love them. I also hate the lack of pockets on women's clothes. My pet peeve is the lack of inside pockets on jackets and coats. I've been knitting for 50 years (I learned when I was 7) and I have been crocheting for about 20 years. I like crochet because it's fast. But knitting makes more sophisticated garments.
Love the slipper idea. Also something I always wanted to try. And crocheting moccasins using flip flops as the base.
Why don't we get inside pockets?? It's makes no sense. That's really good to know about the differences between knitting and crochet! I think I like the finished look of knitted garments more, but I also saw a cardigan with crocheted rats on it, so I think there are definitely merits to both.
Flip flops as the base is a great idea!
i have an oversized capri pants, they have the biggest pockets i ever had and now i cant wear anything else cause i also do hate carrying bags(thought i still carry the biggest backpacks around)
i need this pants lol
The main reason I wear my big coats even as it starts to warm up 😂
I've done plenty of pocket ranting myself. The worst kind of fake pocket is when they do a welt pocket that appears to be real but actually only fits a single tampon. You were SO CLOSE to an actual pocket, whyyyy?!
I had forgotten about those!! I remember trying on some trousers saying "oh good they've got a back pock-whhaat???" It literally makes no sense
I really want to make a long (mid thigh) length denim coat. Kinda like a patchwork design. Size 16/18au. But I'm a beginner sewest.
That would be super cool! I think you can do it ❤ Maybe practice sewing denim with some jeans from the op shop first?
tape dispensers are just so unexpectedly fun for such a mundane item and holy heck I got my first dispenser this year and I will never go back :O
OH I HOPE THE NEW PLACE IS GOING WELL FOR YOU :D
THANK YOU. I feel justified for keeping that in the video 😅 I am honestly astounded how much easier it is to wrap presents etc why did I go so long without one??? And yes LOVING the new place, it's so green and quiet 🥰
My 90's gay heart is so so happy at these. I do not have the sewing skills or machine to make a pair from scratch but this is great inspiration for upcycling a pair of my jeans to have more pockets in a fun scattering arrangement!
Yes that would be so fun too! 🤗
You did so well!! Jeans are so scary, and I've also been avoiding making pants. But maybe I can....?? We'll see 😊
You can do it! I believe in you 🧡
hey so this is kinda a very odd comment, but that green jacket at 2:39. check the neckline for a zipper, because there may be a hood hidden inside of it! (not really related to the video but I have an identical jacket and it had a hidden hood as well)
It does have a zipper! But unfortunately the hood was lost many years ago 😥
Good day Ash, love your videos! Stick with sewing! So much more fun :) :) :)
I'm glad you liked it! ❤
Something funny, as I was watching your video and it was raining, it started raining over here as well (the Netherlands).
Isn't it the cosiest being inside while it's raining 🥰
I'm a simple person. I just want cargo pants to have so many pockets. Just a stupid number of pockets. Just every single pocket it can possibly have.
I love this, you have exactly explained my thought process
I prefer crochet and there are plenty of tutorials for cardigans and sweaters! will definitely be adding many pockets to every article of clothing I own!
Yes pocketmaxxing! ❤❤
They look amazing, I love all the pockets. I didn't realize you had to change thread for the different parts, I have been stitching stuffed for years oops lol.
I do have a pair of dungarees which I love so much but they are super wide legged and at some point I may look into how to reduce this. I was just going to stitch up the leg and call it done 😂
I'm actually not sure that you do need to change the thread, it was more of a money saving thing because the top stitching thread was $7 for a spool and that only had 30 meters on it. But you should definitely have a go at adjusting your dungarees! I was actually having heaps of fun just trying out different alterations and seeing what it did to the fit of the pants 🙂
Your pants are magic! So glad you found your slippers, mug and sorry about you finding the needle and thread. (Ouch). ❤
Haha I lost so many things during this 😂 And yes, one of the worst ways to find a needle and thread!
Love your pocket jeans. Also reminds me of 90s Raves. 🥰🌟
Thank you 😄 I always loved rave pants but never had them. A dream come true!
Slippers, please.
Yes ❤
Do they not sell cargo pants in the Southern Hemisphere? I mean, these turned out pretty neat and you have something handmade and tailored, so cool. But cargo pants are like $25 to $50 which seems pretty accessible...
They do but the pockets are too small/too fashion and not practical. I just looked on the iconic and the pants were $70-$200 there, with only two extra pockets and what looked like polyester fabrics that would rip easily or fall off it you put anything of substance in them.
So many pockets 😍! Pants manufacturers just need to do better. I have skirts and dresses with great pockets and pockets aren't even a part of their general design.
It's so weird isn't it? Why do pants manufacturers hate pockets
My wife would love to know what brand or where you got the jumpsuit.(?) She loves it.
I love it too! It's called the Janella jumpsuit by a brand called 'Calli', but I got it a year ago so I think it's out of stock now 😥 I would highly recommend though, it's really comfortable 😊
Im going to copy you. can i please copy you. these are the most perfect pants I've ever seen
Yes please do!! I would love to see your version 🖤
Tock customs has a great in-depth, step by step video on putting in zippers for jeans!! In case anybody else needs help. ❤
Thanks for the tip! I'll probably watch that next time I do jeans so I'm not in struggle town for hours 😅
Omg where is that jumpsuit you showed off from??? I love it!! (Okay back to the video now)
Oh I love the jumpsuit too! Super comfy, I bought it to change into for dancing at my wedding 🥰 It’s called the Janella jumpsuit from a brand called Calli. I got it at The Iconic, not sure if sharing a link will work but I’ll try ❤️ www.theiconic.com.au/janella-jumpsuit-2298656.html
i have the same model pants from vuori in both men's and women's, and the only difference is the pockets are useless on the women's version
Wow, I know I did a whole rant about women's and men's pockets but that is still surprising to me! That's ridiculous!!
😄 pants turned out great!! Pockets 🎊🎉👍 Thanks and Greetings 👋
Thank you! We ❤ pockets 🤗
They look amazing Ash. Next fashion craze for sure. 😃❤👋
Thank you 😊 Clothing brands need to step up!
These pants are a dream! Just found your channel, so glad I did. Can't wait to see all the cool shit you make!!
Thank you so much that's so sweet! I'm glad you found y channel too! ❤
Absolutely love this! You look amazing and the fit looks really good!
Thank you! I was honestly so surprised that the fit worked so well 😅
That machine is amazing! 🤩 so much denim but it looked too easy for it! I’m putting my vote in for moon boots 😆
I wish I could properly explain how THICK those seams were and it went through like nothing. Not kidding, some of the best money I've ever spent. And yay thank you! I have added it to the list ❤
You are so fun to watch make whatever you want slippers cake dog clothes it’s you that we like to watch😊
That's really sweet, thank you 🥰🥰 I would LOVE to make dog clothes but Alfie wouldn't hear of it lol
Can I recommend safety glasses while sewing? A sudden needle shatter is terrifying
It really is scary, I'll try to remember the glasses!
ive decided you are one of my favorite youtubers.... i love this
you are so creative i love it
❤️❤️❤️ Thank you @gabsflower! I love YOU! I'm glad you like my videos 🥰
For pockets, you should check out Charlie @ The Stitchery.
I'll have a look! Thanks for the suggestion ❤️
I have a rule: if it has pockets they have to be real and they have to be functional.
It's a good rule. Rather than me buying pants with bad pockets and then being forever mad about it 😅
Wow.. that reveal.. This is so complicated! Well done brain and hands!
It fits so freaking well. Even the open pockets work and add something to the esthetic
I was so glad those pockets came out like I imagined! I was pretty nervous about them ruining the whole look 😅 And my brain and hands thank you for the compliment 🤗
Your partner sneezing and you going *"Jesus"* made me spit out my coffee
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I love these! also i have sworn off of machine sewn buttonholes, i do all of them by hand
Thank you! Hand sewn buttons holes just look so much better don't they ❤
I built a standing desk for sewing and it has saved my back!
Such a good idea! eventually I'd like a large tall one for cutting out patterns and fabric
I love these jeans! You are amazing. And yes, please make moon booties lol
I'll put them on the list! Thank you 🥰
First time here! Loved the pants!Just subscribed!
Yay! Thank you so much!
these are awesome! they remind me of a pair of electric blue raver pants i had back in high school
Thank you! I never got to have raver pants so it makes teenage me very happy :)
THOSE RULERS 💕
where did you get them?
They should be available at sewing supply stores - try searching French Curve and/or grading rulers for fashion/dressmaking ❤ Another great one to have is a set square but I don't have one haha
They turned out perfectly! Looking forward to the matching jacket. ❤
Thank you! I'm thinking maybe a bomber jacket 😍