Attach belt loops

The quickest method is to fold under the raw edges of each loop piece, place them at the waistline and edgestitch or bar tack across the folded ends of each loop.

Another method is to turn the raw edges of each loop piece under so that the raw edges meet in the middle. Zigzag across the raw edges of the loop, with the loop pulled out of the way. This will attach the loop to your garment, but there will be extra ease in the loop. Flatten the loop and bar tack or edgestitch to secure the other edge.

With a garment that has a separate waistband, the loops will be the most secure if you enclose one end in the waistband seam. This will also hide one of the raw edges of the loop. Before attaching the waistband, pin the loop piece right side down to the garment’s waistline and baste in place. Attach the waistband as usual . For belt loops that are wider than the waistband, stitch down inside the lower edge of the loop before attaching the top edge. Turn under the loose end of the loop, and line up the folded loop with the top of the waistband. Topstitch  or bar tack in place. Press.