WOW!! I just finished posting my jeans on patternreview. I can’t believe it, I finished my jeans. I have to admit, when I started this project I wasn’t sure of the outcome. But I’m happy with my jeans. Before I talk more about my jeans journey, I owe you a picture of my pants V2913.
Remember in my last post I mentioned that I was thinking about getting a tripod? Well, I was talking with my Dad about a week ago. I mentioned I was thinking about purchasing a tripod for my camera. His response “no need, I have three tripods’. I was happy to hear that, but I was also wondering why I didn’t I know he owned tripods. So, I borrowed one of his tripods. Borrow is code for I now claim ownership. lol
The Jeans:
Description: Boot-legged or straight-legged jeans have below waist contour front waistband and back yoke, double-sided front pockets with button trim, fly closure, narrow or wide belt carriers and top stitching details.
Fabric: Denimlycra from Vogue fabrics
Fit Alterations: The same alterations I made in V2913
The Journey:
I debated whether to use a muslin. I decided not to since I had just made a pair of pants by Sandra Betzina. This made me a little nervous, but I took a deep breath and cut my denim.
This pattern includes a pocket stay for abdomen support, so I chose a cute cotton print for the pocket stay and pockets. But I forgot to flip the stay pattern to the wrong side. So, my pocket stay shows the the wrong side of my cotton. When I noticed, it was to late. Hmmm oh well, at least my pockets are pretty on the inside.
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| Pretty inside pocket |
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| OOPS, wrong side |
The top stitching was a little laborious. It would have been great to have had a second machine. I considered my old singer, but realized not a good option. So, I changed between top stitching thread and sewing thread. It wasn’t that bad because my machine has an automatic threader and its easy to thread. So I was able to switch and re-thread in @ 2 minutes. My plan was to use a double needle, but I only had one spool of the top stitching thread. I had purchased this thread from BBlack and Sons a while back. So, I used my edge joining foot a lot. Actually me and my edge joining foot became as one. lol
Lastly, I chose patch pockets versus the zippered pockets. I kept my pockets basic. I like the less is more concept when it comes to my jeans. I also placed the belt carriers on the outside of waistband instead within the waistband. I didn’t like the bulk that created in the waistband.
Overall, I enjoyed making these jeans. Now, I’m ready for a pair of trouser jeans.
Additional jeans photos:
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| IPhone moment..just finished my jeans |
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| Upcoming Jean Day Outfit |
Next on the list a white shirt and another pair of pants.
Until next time……..keep sewing
5 comments
Congratulations. Great looking jeans. TFS.
Congratulations on sewing a pair of jeans. They look great. This is something I hope to achieve this year but so far I have purchased a pattern and that's it!! I think I am scared….
nice job! denim can be a bit of a bear to work with. I love the fun fabric you picked for the inside of your pockets!
Congratulations!! Your jeans look lovely. Hopefully, one day soon I'll tackle my first pair of jeans.
Great job on your jeans! I love the look and the fit on you! Congratulations!