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You’ve probably encountered this: you’ve worn pants or a skirt for a couple of weeks, and the wide elastic inside the waistband has twisted. The waistband seems to have a life of its own, the garment loses its shape, and you constantly have to adjust it. Sound familiar? Then let’s figure out how to properly sew in wide elastic so that it always stays straight and doesn’t twist even after washing. Method 1: Sewing in Elastic Without a Waistband This method is perfect for sports pants, shorts, or skirts where the waistband is integrated with the garment. Measure the elastic to fit yourself and connect it into a circle. To ensure a neat seam, wrap the joint with a small piece of ribbon and stitch it. Align the elastic with the top edge of the garment, distribute it evenly, and secure it with a stitch down the center of the elastic. Then, make two folds in the fabric so that the elastic is inside, and sew another line. As a result, the elastic is securely fixed and won’t twist while wearing. Method 2: Waistband with Sewn-in Elastic If the garment has a separate waistband, you can sew the elastic directly into it. Fold the waistband in half with the right side facing inward. Insert the elastic, connected into a ring, inside. Overlap the edges of the elastic slightly. Roll it up and sew the waistband along the seam line, turn it inside out — and it’s ready: the elastic is already inside the seam. Just sew a line under the elastic. Method 3: Waistband with Closed Seam A beautiful and neat option when you want all the edges to be hidden. Cut the waistband to the desired width, fold it with the right side facing out, and attach it to the garment on the right side. Fold the free edge of the garment twice, covering the edge of the waistband, and sew a line. Insert the elastic into the formed “pocket,” distribute it evenly, and secure it on the sides with vertical stitches. A few helpful tips: For wide elastic (from 3 cm), always make vertical seams — at least along the side lines. This is the main secret to prevent it from twisting. Do not use too hot an iron — steam can cause the elastic to lose its elasticity. Now you know how to sew in wide elastic so that it doesn’t twist. The waistband will look neat, the garment will fit perfectly, and you’ll forget about the unpleasant twisting forever.