Sewing concept

Back pant piece

The pattern piece representing the back half of the trousers.

Where it is used

Pinning Back Darts

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  1. Place the back pant pieces right sides together, matching up the center dart markings. Align along the marked lines and pin in place.
Pinning Back Darts
Open the step in the "Front Pintuck Trousers Pattern | Elegant High Rise Office Pants | Tailored Flared Slacks PDF | Womens Sewing XS-M" pattern →

3. Marking waist darts

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  1. Mark the placement of the waist darts on the back pant pieces, matching the markings on the back pattern piece.
3. Marking waist darts
Open the step in the "High Waisted Flare Jeans Pattern PDF | Front Seam Bootcut Pants | 70s Retro Trousers | Womens Denim Sewing | L-XXL" pattern →

Marking Welt Pocket Position

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  1. Mark the position of the welt pocket on the back pieces of the pants from the right side, following the markings on the back piece template.
Marking Welt Pocket Position
Open the step in the "Tapered Suit Pants Sewing Pattern: Mid-Waist Trousers (XS-XXL) (Digital Download)" pattern →

Marking Back Welt Pocket Placement

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  1. Mark the placement of the welt pocket on the back pieces of the pants from the right side, following the markings on the back piece template.
Marking Back Welt Pocket Placement
Open the step in the "US 8-12 l Plus Size Pants Sewing Pattern PDF | Curvy Fit High Rise Trousers | Womens Office Slacks with Pockets | M-XXL | Digital Download" pattern →

Sewing the Center Back Seam

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  1. Align the central edges of the pant legs. Baste and sew from the top edge of the back down to the zipper end marking, then secure with a backstitch. Press the seam allowances open along the straight part of the center back seam, stopping before the curve begins.
Sewing the Center Back Seam
Open the step in the "Wide Leg Pants Pattern / Women’s Trousers PDF Sewing Pattern / High Waist Pants / Pleated Pants / Pants Guide / L-XXL / A4,USLetter, Plotter" pattern →

Related terms

← pressed towardsSide seam allowance
← pressed towardsInseam allowance