I finished these pants on Thursday. They are from the same black cotton twill as the capris (or more correctly, pedal pushers, according to Easy Guide to Sewing Pants by Lynn MacIntyre) and the same TNT pattern. I hemmed them about 1/2" too long to account for any residual shrinkage.
I love them. Just as comfortable as all my other pants (could it be because they're all from the same pattern?), they look somewhat less dressy than wool crepe and are appropriate for most occasions in my current life.
I didn't put any pockets on these pants. I'm not a fan of pockets except on coats so I leave them off. I think it results in a more streamlined silhouette. In fact, the only pants from this pattern that have pockets are the jeans and even those have only back pockets. (I wanted to make them look like jeans but feel like regular pants, and the back pockets were a nod to the authentic jeans styling.)
I'm getting ready to cut out a skirt in the same cotton twill, and after that I'd like to start making some tops.
11 comments:
Alexandra .- is good to find a pattern that suits his style. These trousers are fantastic and will serve for all occasions. greetings and see you soon. Paco
You are really getting a lot of use out of that pattern. They look fabulous
Those look great. I like them with the blue twinset. You're so lucky to have such a good TNT pattern.
Your pants look very good! Isn't it wonderful to have a TNT pattern that you can pull out and whip something up when you get the urge? I hear you about pockets. I even sew up my RTW pockets if necessary and I never open the pockets on jackets.
Great pants!
The pants look good! Good fit and comfort - what more could you want! :)
Great pants! They're an inspiration to me, the non-pants-maker.
A pair of wondeful black pants!! Is there any other garment more versatile than this one?
You look terrific in your new pants!
Hey, I love them! Comfy but very stylish too
Your pants look great. I am hoping to eventually make a TNT for pants as well.
I am tagging you, I hope you do not mind. This is a book tag, details are in my May 7 blog post. Karen
I love the way it looks on you! I really need to get a sewing machine, STAT!
And I really dig that Red Fly idea!
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