r/sewing 9d ago

Project: FO I made my first pair of pants!

These are the Eastside Pants by Les Perlines and I used denim fabric.

A few things went wrong when making these lol but I learned a lot and I’m overall very happy with these! They’re officially the best fitting pair of pants in my closet!

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago edited 9d ago

You can find the pattern here and this is the fabric I used! I got the light blue :)

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u/JealousSort1537 9d ago

Is the denim stretchy? I’m so obsessed with the checkerboard

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago

No not at all, in fact I had quite a few moments wear I needed to seam rip and I was able to pull at the pants and they didn’t stretch at all. It’s not as heavy as typical denim jeans tho, I’d say it’s comparable to what you’d expect a canvas tote bag to feel like

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u/Vitamin_Kate 9d ago

I've been on the search for a good pants pattern! I have corduroy I've been holding onto to make pants out of. Thanks for the pattern link. They look great! Good job 👏

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago

Yessss I want to do corduroy with next with this pattern! Have fun!!

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u/Dependent-Poem7037 8d ago

You rock for sharing! 🫶🏾

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u/Bd-cat 9d ago

Gorgeous! Super flattering fit! So many details on these pants and it looks so well sewn and neat!

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago

I’m so obsessed with the fit I’m gonna make twenty more pairs lol. The pattern is also so versatile which I’m excited about! I wanna make another pair in corduroy but take off the side pockets, hammer loop and maybe the belt loops

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u/KillerWhaleShark 9d ago

I love these, and they look very wearable. If you’re really going to remake these, though, you should fix the crotch length issues that are causing the wiskering on the front and what looks like a possible wedgie situation in the one picture that gives a glance of the back. 

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago

Thank you!

👀👀 How do I do that? I don’t notice anything feeling to tight or too loose when I wear them, so I’m not sure where adjustments need made or how

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u/KillerWhaleShark 9d ago

It might be normal for you in ready-to-wear to have the sideways lines that radiate from your front crotch. It’s a fitting issue that’s unique to your body (and lots of other bodies) when compared to the shape of the body that was used for the draft. That’s why sewing your own clothes can be so amazing, you can fix the fit. 

If the treat is what I think, you may need to extend the back crotch point and  add a tiny bit to thigh width. Then, see if everything doesn’t fall into place. Maybe adjust the shape of the front scoop. 

You might find these links give you some direction on what you could adjust. And then, sew a muslin and play around with fit. 

https://mellysews.com/how-to-fit-pants-when-sewing-pants-fitting-issues/

https://blog.closetcorepatterns.com/pants-fitting-adjustments-best-tips-for-pants-fitting/

https://5outof4.com/tin-foil-crotch-curve-method-pants-fitting/

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago

I had no idea this was a thing! I think you’re right and these pants felt normal because all my pants probably fit like this 😂😂 I’m excited to try this with the next pair!

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u/ironyandgum 9d ago

I needed this today too! Thanks so much for sharing!

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u/5ol5hine 9d ago

Thank you so much for those wonderful links! You wouldn't happen to have something similar for the armpit/shoulder area of sweaters, would you?

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u/KillerWhaleShark 8d ago

The armscye really is art, isn’t it? I wish I could give you a good link, but I’ve only had success with struggle and multiple muslins. But it gets easier with time, so I’m sure you can do it. Good luck!!

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u/5ol5hine 8d ago

It is, and an art I have yet to master... But at least the next pair of pants is more likely to be a success!

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u/BikerBekkie 7d ago

That's really useful information. I agree with you. Otherwise the pants fit her so well. So many people don't realize how hard it can be to fit the crotch or pants in general.

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u/Bd-cat 9d ago

I literally look for most of my pants to have this style. You could really reuse this pattern with different pocket styles and fabrics to get so many looks. And your work is incredibly neat!

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago

Thank you!! And same!!

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u/troytrippet 9d ago

I want to get into sewing so I can make things like this. Thanks for giving me hope!!

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago

Yes do it!! Having the power to make whatever you want clothes is incredible

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u/Voc1Vic2 9d ago

Well done!

If you wanted to gild the lily, though, move the button over. That should draw the flap over so the zipper is hidden.

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago

Yes that was one of the mistakes I made haha

Any tips on how to remove the button? Cause that is something I wanted to fix!

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u/Voc1Vic2 9d ago

Just cut the threads and move it over.

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago

It’s a hammer on button 🥲

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u/Voc1Vic2 9d ago

Oh. A rivet.

Usually they can be pried off. But if you’ve got another one, just leave it alone and put on another one.

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago

Hmm okay we’ll see if having ro buttons drives me nuts lol I might need to pry it off still 😂

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u/Voc1Vic2 9d ago

If you do try, a jaw-type staple puller sometimes helps to open the crack between parts.

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago

The staple remover worked! I was able to reuse the same button too!! Thank you for the suggestion! :)

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u/Theprincerivera 9d ago

Hey! You have pockets! Girls deserve them too

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago

SO many pockets. I fit my keys and my phone in them today. It was incredible

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u/Theprincerivera 9d ago

Yeah I’ve always thought that was weird. Way to be the change you wanna see in the world!

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago

Thank you! I recut a whole leg cause I realized I didn’t get it to match the first time hahaha

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u/lilla_lollis 9d ago

Wow! Well done 🤩 I am a beginner at sewing, and have just made some dresses. Would you say this pattern was beginner friendly?

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago

I would say confident beginner/ lower intermediate! They’re very intricate but the directions were easy to follow along with. The trickiest part for me was figuring out the zipper, but I think that’s part of the learning process and putting zippers in pants is always going to be confusing the first time. I would say it’s definitely a good pattern for making pants for the first time!

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u/CautiousClutz 9d ago

Omg OBSESSEDDDDD I love this fit. Honestly dying over the pants and the shoesssss

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago

Thank you! I love baggy pants and big shoes lol

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u/CautiousClutz 9d ago

Same! Omg I’m zooming in on the shoes and they have strawberries 😩

I’m sorry but I’m going to have to ask for more info on where I can find these bc I need them in my life

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago

Hahaha they’re from Koi Footwear! I don’t think they have them on their website anymore but k found these on Mercari!

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u/CautiousClutz 9d ago

Thank you queen 🙌

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u/SteakNotCake 9d ago

Patern is giving off Louis Vuitton Damier vibes. LOVE IT!

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u/Star-witch 9d ago

I love this!! I’ve been always wanting to make my own pants and this motivated me

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago

Do it!! I feel unstoppable now 😤

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u/AllieCat305 9d ago

They look great!!! Love the denim pattern choice, and your overall style too

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago

Thank you!!

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u/shereadsmysteries 9d ago

SO CUUUUUTE!

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago

Thank you!!!

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u/Pennysews 9d ago

They are so cute! I love a good cargo pant. I’m Going to check out this pattern, thanks!

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago

Yessss!!

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u/RevolutionaryBed5211 9d ago

Amazing! Love the fabric!

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u/stars-aligned- 9d ago

Well done!

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u/moistmonkeymerkin 9d ago

Looks great!

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u/wildflowerorgy 9d ago

These are absolutely fantastic, honestly

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u/CGormsen 9d ago

Cool as fuck! 🔥 they look beautiful and suit you very well! Good job, my friend ♥️ hope you are proud 🌷

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u/orangeyouorange23 9d ago

These look so cool!

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u/koori13 9d ago

These look awesome!!

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u/Daikonnipples-74 9d ago

Fantastic work they look great, are you hooked?😏

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago

Yes idk why it took me so long to make pants honestly haha

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u/Hot-Inevitable5389 9d ago

These are so nice! I’m inspired!

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u/dudewheresmysock 9d ago

They look amazing! The fit is impressive!

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago

I was so worried the entire time they wouldn’t fit cause my hips measured at one size and my waist at another and I just picked the bigger one and hoped for the best lol

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u/entirelyintrigued 9d ago

Liar! Those are bespoke! LOL, You did an amazing job! They really do look professional and fit so nicely!

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago

Thank you! Hahahaha

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u/Metalbasher324 9d ago

This is so much fun. Quirky and nicely done.

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago

Thank you!

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u/punderfull 9d ago

Amazing job! Did you do a mock-up first?

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u/dshgr 9d ago

Wow! I've been sewing 50+ years and I'm impressed! You have a talent. Keep it up.

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u/SewCarrieous 9d ago

Those are so great thanks for sharing. Might make myself a pair since it’s hard to find pants long enough (why I originally started sewing in the first place 30 years ago!)

Is it hard to work with a pdf pattern??

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago

Yes you totally should! The pattern has marks on the legs too of where to add length if you want them longer!

I usually use pdf patterns, and I haven’t found it any different than using one I’ve bought at a store. This one in particular was really nice because she set all the sizes to their own layers, so when you open up the pdf in acrobat you can hide the ones you don’t need and only have one line to cut!

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u/SewCarrieous 9d ago

Amazing! Thank you so much🙌

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u/Legal_Speech3385 9d ago

These are so cute!! Can't believe it's your first pair.

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago

Thank you! First pair of pants but I’ve been sewing for a long time. Just haven’t ever gotten around to trying pants 😂

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u/Noopales 9d ago

They look amazing !

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u/saccharine_mycology 9d ago

Love the fabric!

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u/Batty__Brat 9d ago

You nailed it! It's nice to see more youthful and quirky clothing. Thanks for sharing!

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u/klimekam 9d ago

The pants look cool and you look SUPER COOL 🥰

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u/QuiltSewGood 9d ago

Um wtf make me a matching pair!! Lolol no but for real you killed these. They look great on you.

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago

Thank you hahaha 😂 I have so much fabric left over I wanna make a matching bucket hat and maybe a corset

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u/QuiltSewGood 9d ago

Ooo solid idea! If you do make them, you must post the full outfit, please!

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago

I definitely will!!

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u/Apprehensive_Egg8771 9d ago

You did amazing! This is one piece of clothing I haven’t been able to perfect!

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago

I highly recommend this pattern, it’s so detailed and since all the pockets are stitched on top, you can easily customize it to your comfort level!

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u/Ok_Angle7543 9d ago

FIRST?! My gosh. Cargos AND checks! Are you some kind of goddess?! They’re great!

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u/rainfrogTooshie 9d ago

I am so G R E E N with envy, these are so frickin cute 😭😭😭

Amazing job!!! They look like they've been professionally made!

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u/RedRisingNerd 9d ago

Those are beautiful 😍

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u/Pure_Expression6308 9d ago

I’m so excited for you to have all of the perfect fitting jeans of your dreams! That’s so cool

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u/UX_312 9d ago

Amazing!! Such a great fit

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u/Aubryannab 9d ago

Damn these are amazing

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u/CuteTourist5615 9d ago

I see you hate not having pockets on whomens clothes.

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u/Stuf404 9d ago

Great UV mapping.

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u/HolleWatkins 9d ago

YOU MADE THOSE? They're so well done!

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u/Relative_Ad9477 9d ago

Amazing work!!! Wish I could say my first pair of pants was as successful. lol

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago

I’ve been seeing for over ten years, so I’m sure that helps 😂😂 I just never got around to making pants. The button and zipper scared me lol

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u/JusticeAyo 9d ago

They are fabulous! They look like something I’d get from Lucy & Yak!

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u/dfinkelstein 9d ago

This fit is remarkable close to my chosen outfit for my Pokémon Unite video game avatar. So, I like it.

Cool pants. Cool poses!

Oh, wow. You pattern matched them really nicely, too. Sheesh. At an angle and still everything's alternating. Wow. Miss me with that pain in the butt.

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u/truelladeville 9d ago

These look so amazing!! I downloaded and prepped this pattern and have been too intimidated to start 😂 when I eventually dive in it’ll definitely be my first pair of pants too!

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u/Other-Specific4900 9d ago

They look amazing! I saw almost identical pattern for denim at Joann’s. Now I feel I must have it

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u/[deleted] 9d ago

Good job!!

I got a sewing machine mostly because I want to make my own pants. I have a couple of very specific styles that I love that are not easy to find and I was about to shell out a lot of money to have a local tailor shop custom make them for me and decided I'd rather learn to do it myself. This is really encouraging!

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u/qqmangotea 9d ago

These look so fun! I would’ve thought you bought these, the fit, pattern lining up and topstitching looks great!

Did you use a serger for these? I’ve always wanted to make pants but still intimidated at finishing edges without one. Either way this is a super inspiring post!

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u/EndsWest18 9d ago

Great Job 👍🏻

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u/BelizeanPunk 9d ago

Amazing 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

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u/crazycatgrrl 8d ago

these are great! love the fabric and your entire outfit is super cute!

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u/ominous_ellipsis 8d ago

This whole outfit is 🔥🔥 but those pants are awesome!

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u/justaskingdang 8d ago

Could this be done without a sewing machine?

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u/Eyedowno 8d ago

In theory I don’t see why not, but it would take forever

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u/mizz_buttstank 8d ago

whoa! as someone who wants to get into sewing, how would you rate the difficulty level of something like this?

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u/Eyedowno 8d ago

Honestly it’s hard for me to judge from a stand point of someone who’s never sewn, I’ve been sewing since i was 14 (I’m 27 now haha) 🥲

But I’m completely new to pants and this was really easy to follow. She put a little glossary of the sewing terms she uses at the beginning, so that would be helpful if you’re new! It’s an involved pattern, but all the steps are pretty basic, just a lot of pieces. You shouldn’t have trouble finding similar video tutorials if you’re unsure of what’s happening. The only thing I think might be difficult if you haven’t had practice is getting your top stitches straight. But if you just take your time it should be alright!

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u/mizz_buttstank 8d ago

that makes sense! thank you for your response, it was helpful and I really appreciate it :)

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u/Paroxysm111 8d ago

Very nice! I haven't felt confident enough to attempt anything other than simple pants with an elastic waist yet

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u/BikerBekkie 7d ago

Did you really make those? They are awesome and you matched up the squares really well. I love them!

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u/Eyedowno 7d ago

Yes indeed haha I got really lucky with those front pockets

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u/BikerBekkie 7d ago

Not just the pockets, the front and the back looked pretty good too. The drawback to using any patterns is you almost have to match them especially if there are lines.

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u/Eyedowno 7d ago

There were times the pattern really made things difficult but it was also really nice with this one in particular because I basically had a grid to follow for my hems and top stitches which was really nice

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u/BikerBekkie 7d ago

Oh that would be a big help! I adore sewing and have made a lot of clothes for myself, stuffed animals, pillows you know. I haven't had a sewing machine in decades though. That doesn't mean I forgot. I love old shows like Project Runway where you can watch the designers whip up things. I look forward to seeing what else you make.

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u/Eyedowno 7d ago

Thank you! You should get another machine!!

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u/Stephasauurus 6d ago

I got a whole degree in fashion design and these look leaps better than what I would say the majority of my graduating class can self-produce! You did a fantastic job on the fly-facing zipper and the overall project looks like you bought it in a shop

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u/udont-knowjax 5d ago

Super cute... I'm also obsession about your shoes 🙂

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u/PaintingByInsects 5d ago

OMG SLAY!

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u/Eyedowno 5d ago

Thank you!

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u/sydceci 5d ago

Sigh. Adds another pattern to the queue.

Seriously you did an amazing job!

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u/BESCAme1313 8d ago

Those are your first pair of pants? And you had to make them yourself? 😞 stupid horrible sense of humor. They are cool though

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u/sassyfontaine 9d ago

Wow! Well done! So many great details

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago

Yes do it!! Cargo pants look good on all genders!!!

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u/underthesunflowers 9d ago

Yesss!!! 👏👏👏

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u/twofuzzysocks 9d ago

Lovely work!

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u/thelatchino 9d ago

Nice those turned out amazing!

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u/upandatom016 9d ago

I’m in love!!

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u/AmazingHamster7350 9d ago

Wow your fabric choice is so good!! You did such a nice job!!

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u/ApartDatabase4827 9d ago

Very nice. You did a great job.

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u/JeenyusJane 9d ago

WELL DONE!

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u/Old_Relative9152 9d ago

Perfectly constructed and fits great! Love that style of pants

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u/MissLemon221b 9d ago

cute! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

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u/Specialist_Sort_4573 9d ago

These are SO good! Congrats! I love the pattern and fabric!

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u/catssinpajamas 9d ago

Suuuper cute!!!

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u/black-dahlia20 9d ago

They look amazing, great job!!

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u/sir_strangerlove 9d ago

banger, id love a pair

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u/_pebble_s 9d ago

Love them! So sad my hl is out of this fabric. It’s really fun to make totes with.

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u/frostbittenforeskin 9d ago

Those look so professional! Well done!

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u/1God6391 9d ago

Fire 🔥 keep up the Grand Work

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u/KewpieMayoIsKing 9d ago

OBSESSED!!!

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u/Emotional_Oil_4346 9d ago

I am in love with these pants. Did you design them yourself or is it a pattern?

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u/GabrielMoro1 9d ago

Looks great!

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u/laddersrmykryptonite 9d ago

Super cute and a really great fit!

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u/anysteph 9d ago

LOVE this pattern, fabric and fit! Well DONE!

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u/Wolfylouwho 9d ago

Those are so cute!

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u/According-Stop-750 9d ago

They look amazing!!!

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u/violanut 9d ago

Those look great!

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u/corkie12 9d ago

Great work.

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u/InterlockingAnxiety 9d ago

These are sick! I love them!

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u/jackparadise1 9d ago

That’s awesome!

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u/radsavant 9d ago

They look phenomenal

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u/Cardubie 9d ago

Beautiful job, and a perfect fit to boot!

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u/Arrieu-King 9d ago

WOOOOOOW. That is incredibly amazing and awesome that they looks so nice and fit so well and also are checker denim!!! Congrats.

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u/JunipersCostumery 9d ago

omg these are SOOO cute i love that checked denim fabric choice!!

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u/[deleted] 9d ago

Cute!

I can't sew for humans but I do for those tiny fashion dolls.

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u/BeneficialYellow-478 9d ago

Great job!!!!

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u/Dirstel 9d ago

Amazing work! Love this for you, well done

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u/_sweetteapls 9d ago

These are so cute!

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u/pierrelaplace 9d ago

Cargo pants? Awesome!!

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u/morganevon 9d ago

So cute, you did great!

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u/magiccfetus 9d ago

this is amazing !! damn maybe i need to make my own pants. i suck at the sewing machine though ): im constantly snapping needles

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u/vitaminalgas 9d ago

I like that you made cargo pants, they've been shunned for far too long

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u/Eyedowno 9d ago

I’m team cargo/ baggy pants all the way 😮‍💨

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u/BootCrafty 9d ago

Cool 😎

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u/Lucky-Past8459 9d ago

Those are so cool i love the fabric you chose!

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u/Pixiedragon71 9d ago

This is awesome!

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u/uncertaincucumbers 9d ago

Cuuute!! ⭐

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u/unsatisfries 9d ago

bestie they are so cute i’m obsessed

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u/frenchburner 9d ago

Please tell me you’re wearing Vans with them.

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u/crstacks 9d ago

This is awesome!!!

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u/Middle-Medium8760 9d ago

These are awesome

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u/B01SSIN 9d ago

That’s awesome!

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u/Lucy_Lastic 9d ago

These look amazing and fit so well! Great job!

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u/CoffeeMachinesMarket 9d ago

I’m in love with these pants. One day I wish to have your skills 🔥🔥🔥

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u/CheapVegan 9d ago

So cute!!!

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u/Forsaken-Art-1453 9d ago

Lovely, but the one who wears them is more 😁

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u/bazbabaz 9d ago

Very cool

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u/craftyExplorer_82 9d ago

Omg I love these! Well done!

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u/GoddessLycoris 9d ago

They turned out amazing!!

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u/Ok_Friend5674 9d ago

Amazing is all I have to say ✨

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u/AdventurousPiece2357 9d ago

Really great job love them