Wardrobe Basics: Sewing Pants No. 1 by Sonya Philip

All levels | 52 min 16 sec

Sewing Pants No. 1
Overview00:59
Materials01:10
Cutting pattern and fabric05:51
Begin sewing pants06:55
Seams, hems and waistband11:07
Ruffle cuff variation12:04
Pockets and drawstring variation14:10

Taught by Sonya Philip

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Bring fabric to the forefront with the crisp silhouette of Sonya Philip’s Pants No. 1 pattern. Known for her pattern line “100 Acts of Sewing,” Sonya shows how to make several variations of these simple and stylish pants with just two pattern pieces. You’ll learn how to add inches to the rise to add extra room, how to replace the elastic waistband with a drawstring, how to add in-seam pockets, and a ruffle cuff. Stitch them up in linen for an everyday pant or make them in flannel to wear as cozy pajamas. These pants are endlessly customizable and deliver 4-season 24/7 style. Downloadable PDF patterns are provided for all variations and are available in 8 sizes (from 26” waist – 54” waist).

Here’s what you’ll need:

2 ½ yards of a mid-weight woven fabric such as linen, cotton, décor canvas or a natural fiber blend
1 ½ yards of ¾” no-roll elastic
1/2" or 3/8" wide twill tape for the drawstring
2” of twill tape or ribbon for the back loop
Sewing machine with matching thread
Tracing paper and pencil
Pattern weights (optional)
Tailor’s chalk or marking pen
Scissors
Pins
Large safety pin or bodkin
Iron and ironing surface
Washi tape
Sewing gauge
Pattern PDF

Downloads:

Download Materials List Pants_No1_Text+Pattern.pdf

Learn how to:

Trace and adjust rise and length of pants pattern
Sew Pants No. 1 pattern
Add an elastic waistband
Sew a drawstring waistband
Add in-seam pockets
Add a ruffle cuff
Finish seams

What you’ll get:

Step-by-step expert instruction on sewing a basic pants pattern and several ideas for customizing.
14 HD video lessons you can access online anytime, anywhere
Detailed supplies list and downloadable PDF with pattern pieces ($17 value)
Step-by-step expert instruction from patternmaker, Sonya Philip
The ability to leave comments, ask questions, and interact with other students