Worker Trouser Workshop

What a great way to gain skills, using the workshop and the paper instructions, which give a bit of choice in some places. I used a lovely lightweight wool tweed (£6 bargain in local sewing shop) and had good fun finding odd buttons for the fly which I am especially thrilled with. You are so right Hetty, that the little hidden extras are worth it.
Really good pattern too, tweaked a tad to make less roomy on my hips.
Looking forward to twill and corduroy options next.

I'm very proud of the trousers I've made, they look really good. I enjoy learning the techniques that elevate the garments. I did have problems with the waistband though. I made a toile and added the waistband and that fitted but when I made the actual garment that had the button stand my waistband was a few centimetres short. I agonised over this for a few days and still don't know where I went wrong. I fixed it by extending one piece, another learning experience, and the finished trousers are great and fit well.

Having the Worker Trouser workshop video to guide me in my sewing was an excellent experience. It added a methodical and calming tone to the process. I had simply to watch Hetty show the next step, then pause the video and go take that step. At times I referred to the written instructions as well, for more clarity or for a different technique (I used the zip fly method which is not covered in the video). In order to address the fit, I started with a toile and the Top Down Center Out method which I have used before (referring to The Crooked Hem's youtube videos). I am glad to see that a new trouser fitting video has been added to my Modern Sewing Company account - I look forward to using it on my next pair of Worker Trousers!

Amazing workshop and pattern to learn to make pants!

I absolutely love your video tutorials. I go over them step by step over and over. I am definitely learning new skills which I love!
I will say I have had a fair bit of trouble with the worker trousers in the zip fly area. I had to go to another makers video for the zip fly.
Another area I struggle with is the sizing. I take my measurements, make a toile, and can still have a disappointing fit. I do think that is a "me" problem though.
I am not quitting though! I really want to whip up my own jeans and blouses!
Keep up the great work Hetti. Your work shops are perfect for those of us that need a little more visual.
Donna

I’m making my 4th pair now. The fit on me is perfect with only a little lengthening of the legs. I’ve made them in linen, wide wale corduroy, heavy denim (welt pockets) and this one will be a stretch twill. The first pair I tried the button placket, and while that worked great, I’ve gone with zips for the rest. The latest will have cuffs and a lot of top stitching.

I bought my worker trousers pattern about 18 months ago but was a bit reluctant to start because I thought I would find them too complicated. When I found out there was a course I was keen to give it a go as this was also my first online course. Each day I would do a section which were easy to pick up on the course as they were marked “pockets” or “waistband” for example. I had been fearful of the French seams on the pocket bags but was absolutely thrilled with the results, that was one of the first sections so it gave me a lot of confidence. The trousers have been very successful and I am now confident enough to try other more challenging patterns.

I have really enjoyed watching and sewing my trousers along with the Worker Trouser Workshop. The Workshop video is very well produced with close ups of the trickier elements of construction, like the fly and crotch area, so you can see exactly what to do. There are subtitles and chapter headings which make negotiating the video very easy. Hetty's explanations are very clear and I learnt so much just by watching how she handles the fabric through the sewing machine and her methodical approach to garment making. I have been inspired to tidy my sewing room (box room!) and to keep the sewing table clear when sewing and I now have my snips to hand. I've even bought a new iron (and table top ironing board) so I can steam press the fabric pieces with more precision! I just have the waistband and hem to sew to finish the trousers.
I learnt to sew during the pandemic. I am not a natural and found many aspects of the sewing process very difficult. This video has improved my skill set and I am keen to sew more high quality, well fitted garments which I am proud to say 'I made it myself'!

As is the theme with all MS products, Hetty has done a great job on creating this pattern & video as well. I didn’t originally create this as part of my trouser workshop / bundle as I’m not yet as confident sewing pants. I purchased the video along with the men’s pattern as I only have the women’s pattern with my bundled workshop (from a legacy purchase!). The video instructions are insanely helpful for someone at my skill level. I recommend the video with the patterns for anyone interested in making these & unsure of their skills - it is very worth the cost and it’s a versatile pattern. Thank you as always, Hetty!

I used this tutorial to do the men's Worker Trousers. It was great; it made me feel super confident in sewing these up.

As an experienced sewer, I found the video very thorough and easy to follow. Lots of very helpful tips to achieve a professional finish. I would recommend it for beginners and the more experienced.

This is the second pair of pants I have ever made , and it all worked out very well, much thanks to the very helpful workshop I bought together with the pattern. I love the curved waistband, which seems to work better for me than a straight one. The fit is a bit roomy without feeling baggy. I would say the fit is exceptionally good and I believe it will suit different body types. I made the pants in a soft twill. Next time I will go with a stiffer fabric. I am already planning my second pair and a shorts. So happy to have found this pattern! 

First time facing the challenge of making a structured pair of trousers. The finish I achieved was only achieved by watching the video ( several times for the trickier components). Chose to insert a zip fly and would have loved a video version for this but the photos were really helpful. The only part that was unclear was where to do the first snip when doing the fly. Chose size 16 according to measurement but think I might go down a size for next version

Loved this pattern!! I took the time to toile and make a few custom mods (mostly adjusting the rise and removing a little of the volume around the hips) and am so happy with the final fit and shape.

I do think the instructions could be a lot clearer when it comes to sewing the fly, and I do think it’s a real shame that only the button fly if shown in the video workshop. This is mentioned in the description, but wasn’t particularly prominently said, and for the price of a virtual workshop I really would have expected both versions to have been described, as they are, after all, in the base pattern. As others have said though, the zip fly written instructions for the Daphne trousers are very detailed and clear, so if you already have that pattern you can get by.

It was a revelation to watch the workshop on making these trousers , there were so many tips to improve my sewing. Then to actually making the trousers , the careful instructions and guidance really helped.
Initially I had a problem accessing the workshop and Hettie responded quickly and with patience as it was technical stuff at my end.
I would recommend buying the workshop with the pattern, even as an untaught but experienced sewer , you will get so much value and inspiration.

I already make some of my clothes and love sewing. Yet I learnt a lot to improve my general sewing techniques and knowledge from watching the very clear tutorial. I also received wonderful customer support and help with getting the pattern proffesionally printed. I have yet to make the trousers, but I am confident it will all go well , now I am prepared.

As an enthusiastic but relatively novice sewer the online workshop was a must for me. Hetty’s clear and calm guidance and thorough explanations of the step by step process of making beautiful, tailored trousers makes the astonishment and pride all the greater once complete. I have now successfully completed both a zip and buttoned fly for the Worker and Daphne trousers and my next project is the Spring trousers. I have gained so much confidence with Hetty’s patterns and workshops and a fully curated wardrobe is now practically within reach.

After my first workshop, Henrietta was my new idol.
Everything in this second workshop is clear, simple, beautiful, exactly as the "over shirt" workshop.
I was so happy to improve my skills with some trousers this time.
I have made a beautiful garment for my daughter and i am really proud and much more confident.
Thanks a lot Henrietta and see you again and again on this vidéo !

I was gifted the Trouser pattern and workshop by my son and daughter-in-law. This is my first attempt at making trousers, and the workshop was so helpful in guiding me through the process. My first waistband, bag pockets and zipper fly. I appreciated Henrietta’s slow and careful demonstrations. I learned techniques I will use again. I did struggle with the zip fly, and would have loved the tutorial to include insertion of a zip fly, as well as the button fly.
The fit of these trousers is perfect for me and I love them. Thanks for the workshop.

This online video workshop really improved my sewing skills. I have been sewing for a while, but only easy stuff like pillowcases etc. When I started this workshop I was motivated to improve my skills, and I really did. I made a really nice pair of shorts. I am looking forward to do the workshop again and make a new and eaven nicer pair of worker trousers😀

This workshop has been incredibly helpful. It walks through every step of the construction in a clear and step-wise manner. I feel my sewing skills have improved significantly because of this video. My trousers turned out great and because of the workshop (and having extra fabric) I was able to confidently make some shorts too!

The Worker Trousers online workshop has already been super helpful, even though I haven't finished my project yet. Seeing not just 'what' to do, but exactly 'how' to do it is so good for an advanced beginner like me, who has learned most of my sewing skills from the internet. Besides learning the process of constructing this exact garment, I have also learned tips and tricks such as how to help my machine handle thick seams, how to top stitch seams neatly, how to keep the project tidy as I go, and more. I appreciate Hetty's attention to quality and detail, and that helps me up my game! Thanks for a great tutorial!

I've been wanting to sew a pair of pants for a while but was really intimidated until I found this wonderful video tutorial by The Modern Sewer. Being able to sew along and pause the video tutorial and cross-check the diagrams in the written instructions was super helpful. I also picked up techniques to apply to my future sewing projects. A heads up that the written instructions aren't in the exact same construction order as the video, specifically, the fly construction vs attaching the front and back leg panels. This just caused minor confusion, more so because these were my first pants ever.

Just wanted to let you know I really enjoyed and rated the video tutorial for the worker trouser!
I am quite an experienced sewer, but got the workshop as I am completely self taught and wanted to see if there was anything I could pick up and I found it really helpful. It was super easy to follow, much easier than a written pattern, and your advice prompted me to strive for a cleaner finish than I think I would have settled for!