End of Summer Emerson Pants

Pattern: True Bias Emerson Pants
Fabric: 1.5 yds 12oz denim
Cost: $12



I recently realized that you can order fabric and notions from Amazon Prime. It's not the best selection, but it comes with two-day free shipping(!!). I promptly found myself ordering a 5 yard bolt of denim, and came back later that afternoon for a 75-yard spool of 1/4" swimwear elastic (used in my recent bathing suit). Uh, what?! It seems I can't resist the bulk discounts and one-click purchasing. Someone help me.

I haven't forgotten the incredible local fabric stores, but my internship this summer wasn't near any and working an after-hours second job was really cutting into my sewing time. So two days later, without any extra running around town, these goodies arrived. That and a new pattern to test for True Bias and I was a happy girl.




The Emerson pattern appealed to me because it is a comfortable, easy-to-wear pair of pants that isn't track pants. While I love my chambray Hudson Pants, I wanted an alternative for lazy days that made me look a little more pulled together. They were perfect for a recent trip to Pismo Beach, where we walked all day, napped in the sand, and ate clam chowder. With the wide legs and partial elastic waistband, this pair is both effortless and presentable. Plus, you know I love me some pants. All the pants.

As these are the tester version, a few changes were made to the final design. Kelli said she lengthened the rise slightly to avoid some bunching. I was pleasantly surprised though at how good the fit was on the first go - I've gotten very picky about this aspect. On my version, I also narrowed the legs a little. While I love the wide-legged design, I got timid at the last moment and narrowed mine by about two inches. After having seen others' photos, however, I think I will try the full width next time.



Speaking of my Amazon order, I do have some swimwear elastic to giveaway from my last post. The swimwear elastic is some of my favorite - it's cotton rather than plastic, which I find much more comfortable and easier to sew with. Without further ado, the winner is Rachel from a Basic_Stitch, a fellow grad student and bathing suit sewer who entered here and over on Instagram. Congrats Rachel! I will contact you for your shipping info.

Meanwhile, I am taking a few days off before I head back to school. Our trip to Pismo was bliss, and now I'm trying my hand at a few creative endeavors I've wanted to work on for a while. Shoe making anyone? Hope you all are enjoying the end of summer!






7 comments:

  1. omg are pleated pants back? ha ha! yours look great but I think this is a tricky pattern for a lot of people. fullness is the key and yours look just right. enjoy your time off and your creative endeavors :)

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    1. I have a pair of thrifted pleated pants that I just love, so maybe?!

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  2. I think the partially stitched down pleats may be the key. Yours look smashing! Have you tried all rubber elastic for swimwear? This is my preference since I hate that the cotton covered elastic stays wet longer than the swimwear fabric. Give it a try if you can find it.

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    1. Thanks Ann! I'll have to check out the rubber elastic. I gave it a quick google and it definitely looks like some of the stuff RTW bathing suits are made with.

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  3. Fab pants, I love the pleats and think they look great with a slimmer leg. I also like the fact you have made them in denim, thinking I might have to give this one a go.

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  4. I really love these in denim!

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  5. These look great Meg! Perfect for fall. And you have such an adorable family. ;)

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