Fancy Pants
Fancy Pants
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Pants that feel like pajamas, but are fancy enough to go out in!
Pattern options: You can make a wide leg pant, or a bubble pant by adding the included cuffs. The adult pattern has two waistband heights, for a lower rise or yoga band. We included instructions on how to remove the pleat, for a flat front pant. Adult sizes have two short lengths and three pant lengths.
Difficulty: Good for beginners who have worked with lightweight knits. The pocket may be tricky for some sewists.
Fabric: This pattern was drafted for at least 20% stretch fabrics. The waistband fabric needs to be at least 50% stretch. Vertical stretch is not necessary, but will make your pant more comfortable when sitting. Avoid thicker fabrics, as the pleat will not lay nicely. Bamboo/spandex, merino wool rib knit, merino/spandex, cotton/spandex, double brushed polyester, ribbed knits.
Yardage: See the yardage chart in the pictures. Up to 3 yards needed.
Special supplies needed: None
Maternity friendly: Fits pregnant bodies with no modifications needed. Great for postpartum, but the waistband seam may bother c-section wounds/scars (sew the waistband seam on the outside to avoid irritation).
Nursing friendly: N/A
Size range: Newborn to adult 6X. 17" - 74” (43 - 188 CM) hip.
Fit: Snug throughout the waistband and hip, loose throughout the leg.
Pockets: Yes, 2T and up.
Time to complete: About an hour start to finish.
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Seam Allowance
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Merino Wool
Want to use merino wool to make this? Check out our article with tips on sewing with merino wool and where to buy it.
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