So, after months of dreaming, I am finally working on a pair of my own, using a repro pattern by Simplicity, pattern #3688. I made a pair out of muslin first, just to see how they fit, look and feel. I really like them, it's the look I want to go for. Thank goodness. I did have a few bumps in the road, but I was able to manage, my grandma helped me out.
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After procrastinating for a few weeks to make the 'permanent' pair, I got a little energy/confidence boost and decided to go for it. It was now or never. So far, I have to put in the zipper, waistband, and the hem. I'm so happy it's coming together. The biggest struggles I think I have are the zipper and waistband. I will post the finished product, hopefully they turn out!
Ivy
I've been working on a pair of these too and they're driving me nuts! For some reason, I just can't get them to fit. I'm gonna take a break for a while before they destroy my sewing mojo altogether.
ReplyDeleteI hope you've had better luck with your pair!
How exciting! It looks like you're off to a great start and hope that the zipper and waistband don't give you too much trouble.
ReplyDeleteI love the long of high waisted trousers, but sometimes struggle with having them work on my body. Interestingly though, I believe it's more of a fabric issue than a style one per se, as I live in my high waisted repro jeans and love them to absolute bits. If were to even attempt to make my own pair of pants like this, I already know I'd opt for a heavier weight fabric.
♥ Jessica
i love 1940's pants though i could never find any vintage ones in my size. thanks for inspiring me to just make some ha
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