I made my first pair of stretch denim jeans using a Marcy Tilton pattern by Vogue. I found the fabric at Beverly’s on the flat fold tables. Every Friday all fabric on the tables is half off. You can get some great deals! I bought two yards each of two colors of stretch denim for less than three dollars a yard.
I cut a size 16 but added 1/2 inch extra to the side seams, just so that I could adjust the fit later if needed. I actually didn’t need to do that, even though according to the size chart I wear an 18. I ended up taking the side seams in for a snugger fit. Next time I’ll cut the 16 and cut the size 14 crotch.
I also will omit the seam detail at the knees. I didn’t find it that flattering.
I had a lot of fun decorating the pockets. I used a Sulky variegated metallic thread with a special needle for metallic thread, and used my stretch stitch setting to create a thick line and decorative stitch. I also used the same thread and stitch setting on the pant hems.
The elastic went in fine, but next time I’ll use a shorter length so that they are nice and snug around my waist. I have a pair of RTW Anna jeans that are stretch denim and I’d like to copy them. They have a faux pant zipper, faux pockets, and a waistband that buttons in the front. I think I could modify the Marcy Tilton pattern and add those features. We’ll see!
The colorful top-stitching goes well with my Peruvian flats
Happy Sewing!
Just happened upon Marcy Tilton’s blog post about these particular pants. Interesting!
Love the rainbow thread and fancy stitching on the pocket. Looks like you have had a lot of fun making these jeans.
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Thank you! I need try the decorative stitches more often.
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Oh wow these are lovely and your pocket decoration is the best thing ever!
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The devil is in the details & you did great!
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Thank you! I’m please with how they turned out. I’m ready to make the next pair even better.
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Pocket decoration is so great 🙂 These look lovely.
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These look fab on you.
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Very nice! and for such a good price! I have a pair of jeans in the works too – for the Monthly Stitch too – but I will never get them finished in time!
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Thank you! Good luck with those jeans.
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