I am over the moon for having finished my trousers as part of
The Cupcake Goddess Trousers Sewalong. The sew along is still ongoing but as I was working on a different pattern I decided to crack on and finish them off.
They are super wide which, with this pattern, doesn't look too bad. They are also very hight waisted, which was one the main reasons I picked this pattern. I spent yesterday hemming and opted by mid high suitable length. By the way, don't you find annoying that you always have to choose beforehand, if you going to wear high heels or flats with your trousers?
The corduroy I used (purchased from the great
The Fabric Loft) is very soft so bulk wasn't an issue for most of the part. The only part where it gets a bit bulky is where the waistband (with facing) meets the pocket and the outer fabric. Using my newly found and already much loved overlocker foot I treated all my seams that way. It takes a whole lot of thread but it looks so pretty.
I mentioned in
my fitting post I wasn't 100% happy with the zipper length but because the trousers are quite snug waist wise and high, I couldn't put a shorter one. I don't have a photo os my back but it doesn't look as bad as I thought it would.
I really really love this trousers and will definitely do a summer pair, with a few alterations:
- I like them wide but for the next pair I will try to remove some of the wideness. Not much though, as I do believe this style suits wide legs.
- I am quite petite so will probably cut one inch off top/ waistband
- I have already cut the smaller size for these but will try and reduce that for my next pair. These are great winter trousers and fit perfectly with a jumper tucked inside. But if I'm to wear a thin summer blouse, they are not so snug.
Wow - those are lovely, and you did a great job! And what sultry poses LOL! I was thinking of getting an overlocker foot too - would you recommend it?
ReplyDeleteOh well done, they love great! Can I ask, did you finish the seams before you sewed everything together? I'm still a little confused over where in the process that part happens (so ashamed)
ReplyDeleteOh Suzy, these are fab!!! I love the belt with them as well. Seems to be a really good pattern. I didn't think they'd be this wide but I thought that about THAT Burda pattern too. Great job.
ReplyDeleteFantastic work. These look terrific.
ReplyDeleteThese look great. And the outfit looks fab. I'm still not convinced I could sew trousers successfully so will be sticking to dresses and skirts for now. Well done!
ReplyDeleteThey look wonderful! I love that you made them in corduroy. I agree about having to decide whether you want to wear flats or heels before you hem.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your lovely comments, always much loved and appreciated!
ReplyDeleteMrs. Exeter: I definitely recommend the overlocker foot. It so easy to use and gives such a pretty finish.
Toria: I always overlock/ finish the seams after I sew them together. You could do it before but need to take in consideration seam allowance. For example, if a pattern asks for a 5/8' seam allowance and you overlock before you sew you need to adjust it, depending on how much you took off with the finish. Does that make sense? Drop me an email if you don't and I'll try to explain it better.
FANTASTIC trousers! I love them so much!! Great job!! and thanks for the link to the new (to me) fabric store!
ReplyDeleteGreat job! They looks wonderful on you!That would be great for summer blue fabric. For summer.
ReplyDeleteThose are gorgeous! I just "met" you on Sarah's blog. I too am looking forward to seeing the Sabrina dress. And (hope this is not too forward on first meeting!) I LOVE the colour of your hair!
ReplyDeleteCan't believe I missed this post earlier! They're fab Suzy, you've done a great job and they look so stylish on you. Hope you're proud of yourself. I think a summer pair would look great, can't wait to see what fabric you choose. x
ReplyDeleteThank you all for your lovely comments!
ReplyDeleteRoobeedoo: Not to forward at all! A nice compliment is always welcome :)
Fabulous - you've inspired me to buy this pattern for myself!
ReplyDeleteI love them! That style doesn't suit me at all, but I do like it a lot and wish I could wear trousers like that.
ReplyDeleteYou have come a long way since you started sewing don't you think? You should be very happy with every thing you make and with everything that you learn on each project.
PSThank you for the mention.