As the name suggests, Closet Core Patterns design 'core' patterns for your wardrobe, i.e. a capsule wardrobe!
A clever design that blends style and comfort, the Sepia Pants & Shorts have functional double pockets in the front are sewn to create a floating effect, with additional topstitched pockets in the back. A traditional elastic waistband is elevated with a fluted paperbag edge and optional drawstring.
View A features barrel leg pants ending at the ankle, shaped with darts at the knee and hem.
View B features wide leg, full-length pants.
View C features shorts ending at mid-thigh.
Skill Level: Confident Beginner
Sizes: 0-20 US sizing
Fabrics and Notions:
To highlight the silhouette of the pants, we suggest crisp wovens with some degree of structure, such as: light to mid-weight linen, cotton ikat, chambray, and broadcloth. Lightweight denim, twill, and canvas (under 10oz)
View A (Barrel Leg Pants)
- 45" (1.14 m): Sizes 0-8: 2.75 yd (2.55 m), Sizes 10-14: 3 yd (2.75 m), Sizes 16-20: 3.25 yd (3 m)
- 58" (1.5 m): Sizes 0-8: 2 yd (1.85 m), Sizes 10-14: 2.25 yd (2.05 m), Sizes 16-20: 2.75 yd (2.55 m)
View B (Wide Leg Pants)
- 45" (1.14 m): Sizes 0-8: 3 yd (2.75 m), Sizes 10-20: 3.5 yd (3.2 m)
- 58" (1.5 m): Sizes 0-8: 2.25 yd (2.05 m), Sizes 10-14: 2.75 yd (2.55 m), Sizes 16-20 = 3 yd (2.75 m)
View C (Shorts)
- 45" (1.14 m): Sizes 0-8: 1.5 yd (1.4 m), Sizes 10-14: 1.75 yd (1.6 m) Sizes 16-20: 2 yd (1.85 m)
- 58" (1.5 m): Sizes 0-14: 1.25 yd (1.15 m), Sizes 16-20 = 1.5 yd (1.4 m)
- Elastic 1.5" (38mm) wide, up to 40 yd (102 cm)
- Lightweight fusible interfacing, 1/4 yd (0.25 m) for 58" (1.5 m) wide interfacing
- Marking Tool
- Sewing Thread
- Optional: Topstitching thread
- Optional: Drawstring, 1.5-2 yd (1.5-2 m), can be replaced with drawstring sewn from self fabric
Seam Allowance: Our patterns for woven fabrics have a 5/8 seam allowance included.
Photo Credits: Closet Core Studio Inc
Only the sewing pattern is supplied - photos are for reference only for what the finished garment could look like.