The first pair (green, long version) is from a rayon blend that's been in the stash for a while. I had picked up a full bolt a couple of years ago. It was either $1 or $1.50/yd. It's a loose woven fabric, but worked just fine for a "wearable muslin." I cut a straight XS in the first version. They worked fine, a smidge tighter in the hips than I prefer, but they are definitely wearable. I paired them in the photo with Louise's "Pure and Simple" shell. A nice, cool, comfy outfit.
I wanted to get right on to pair #2, making them more of a capri. I removed 6" in the length by folding out a 3" "hunk" at the shorten/lengthen line. This is fabric I picked up just recently at Pursley's Fabrics in Duncanville. It's a rayon blend lightweight pant fabric. With the mark downs and discount that day, I paid just over $1.00/yd for the fabric. It's more of a gray than it indicates in the photo.
This pair a bit more relaxed. I sewed 3/8" seams rather than the 5/8" of the size XS. I like them better. I think I will really wear this pair lots in this heat. The pockets are a nice feature and a fun look, IMO.
The last couple of days I have been working on a couple of knit "wearable muslins." Hopefully, I'll have enough "umph" to get some photos soon and share with you. One of them seems to be a real keeper; the other...........we'll see.
And speaking of heat, welcome August, in north central Texas. And this little darling is in the shade.
Nice pants! I like the shell, too. You wear LC's pattern very well. You're a good advertisement for her!
ReplyDeleteI just ordered this pattern - I sure hope it looks as good on me as it does on you. What a flattering silhouette for you!
ReplyDeleteomgosh, that is TOO HOT!
ReplyDeleteThose pants look great! I got the pattern on auto-ship, but have yet to trace it. Both of yours look perfect, esp for that weather!