I'm not so sure about the "Fit Nice Sew Slim Pants" system. I guess I was expecting perfect fitting pants right out of the pants pattern package. BUT then what is a perfect pair of pants? What should it look like on me? Maybe I need to remain flexible. After all, I should go ahead and sew in the drawstring elastic waistband and see what the pants looks like when finished. So, here's my pants muslin #1 still in the works...front view.
I need to cut the excess fabric off the top of the pants and then sew in the elastic. Here's a side view.
Here's the back view. Wow...where did all that padding come from???? I rarely look at my backside and I'm noticing pictures don't lie!!! I really need to lay off the dark chocolates and do some running.
There appears to be a lot of gathers around the waistline. I could take in the sides a bit, but I need to make sure I have enough room for the pants to go over my hips when I pull them on. ;)
These "Fit Nice Sew Slim Pants" are initially sewn with the draw string elastic waistband. They can be modified to add front pockets, a zipper, and a waistband.
What do you think? Do you see something I don't see? Should I give up on this pattern and try a Burda pattern? Comments and suggestions are are wholeheartedly welcomed here.
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I don't think the straight leg is very flattering. Wide flares or palazzo pants are more suitable for short legged ladies as they lengthen the leg and disguise of the true size of our bum.
I don't think they look so bad, maybe just a little tweeking to smooth out some of the gathers, but in general not bad. I'm actually trying this system due to your post from when you first got the set from the sewing expo. I really like how mine are turning out. I just need a couple tweeks and I plan to use a zipper and waistband. I hope to post pictures when I make another muslin.
Omega...I'm glad to hear your version is working out nicely. In the back of my mind, I don't want to give up yet. You are right, some of the gathers need to be removed. Can't wait to see your version. :)
Hi Susan!
I think the pants are looking nice. Drawstring pants are not my personal fave, though, since my hip to waist ratio is minimal. Fitting drawstring pants I think would be a challenge depending on the fit one is looking for. The gathering effect may mask fit issues up at the top. Or everything was fit in the class?
I'm working on my pants too. So glad you have posted your progress as I must get myself in gear and post mine as well. You are motivating!
Looks like you are making progress. I have yet to make a pair of pants that fit. I have not attempted pants in over 7 years. I really should give it a try but I just get so frustrated. I am fortunate that I can get fairly nice, petite pants to fit me and better than anything I have ever done.
I will continue to watch your progress. I think you are on the right track.
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