While searching through my closet for a pair of black pants that fit my waist comfortably, I came up completely empty handed so decided to whip up them super comfy elastic draw string waist pants in this delightful Italian crepe from Mood Fabrics that’s quite light, easy to sew and cut and perfect for warmer temps. The pattern used for these pants is Vogue V8909 with the following alterations:
-At the waist, I used a drawcord elastic
-Added 1 1/2″ to the length of the pattern
-At the ankle I used two rows of 1/4″ wide elastics
The pattern used for this top was Butterick 5948 view C with the following alterations:
-Added two inches to the length of the pattern
-Added a drawstring around the bottom hem
-Removed the sleeves and added a 1/2″ band on the neck and sleeves
-Added 2″ to the front pattern piece to create a 2″ fold at the neck, which gives me more belly room
-Added a 9″ invisible zipper at the back of the neck
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Absolutely gorgeous! A very comfortable look.
Thank you
Love this outfit! I’m amazed at the way you take a pattern, chop it up with all of these changes. Do you start with a sketch of what you want then pick a pattern that is close?
Thank you Levone. I generally have an idea of what I want to make, look through my patterns to see which one is most similar and make the pattern changes from there.
Your outfit is very chic. It has a professional touch that I hope to achieve with my garments one day. Thanks for sharing your alterations, the pattern used and the fabric.
Thank you so much.
I tell you, I wish I was that hip when I was with child. You look wonderful.
Thank you Kimberly 🙂
I so enjoy your posts! This is overall beautifully made and styled (as usual). I learn much from your details in how you design and construct. That’s one lucky baby on the way! Do you ever sew for your husband? I’d like to try menswear.
Thank you so much.
I have yet to make anything for my husband 🙁 and believe me he’s not happy about it. I understand a woman’s body but a man’s body is a different beast. I plan to make him a coat this winter so fingers crossed.