I can be very determined at times. After I made one pair of Ginger jeans (Closet Case Patterns), I thought that maybe “skinny jeans” weren’t for me. But, after seeing so many other people successfully complete them, I thought it would be worth the time and effort to make whatever adjustments were necessary to make them fit my body the way I wanted. Well, I’ve (almost) done it. I only say almost because there are a few small additional tweaks that I have already made to the pattern for the next pair. But these are really good. And there were quite a few changes I made based on the fit of the last pair I made (here ).
For this pair I:
- widened the pant leg from the knee down to relieve tightness in the calf
- put in a center back wedge to give more room in the seat
- lengthened the center back seam
- added a wedge to the top of the center back seam to lengthen it at the top so that the front and back seams would meet
- and re-made the waistband and back yokes to give more curve for a better fit
This pair is the best yet that I’ve made. But, I have already decided that for the next pair I will shorten the crotch length just a bit (or make some adjustment to it) and trim a little off of the side hip area. The adjustments I made seem like a lot, but actually didn’t take much time. I used the resources I have and the information provided by Closet Case Patterns on making pant adjustments. I’m always looking to improve my skills and my outcomes so learning new ways is an ongoing process.
I’m really looking forward to making another pair!
By the way, the top in the photos is V9205 that I made here.
*This denim is similar to what I used, but lighter in color. What I used is sold out. HERE this is an affiliate link.
You did a great job Denise! And now your reward is a great fitting Jean pattern!
Thanks Myra. Yours were an inspiration – LOL!
You have a great fitting pair of jeans there!
Thanks Faye!