Simplicity 3796 - Silk Drawstring Pants
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Project Details:
Pattern: Simplicity 3796 - View A
Pattern Sizing: 8-24. I cut the 16.
Fabric: Brown Silk Crepe
I made these pants a couple of months ago and I'm just now getting around to writing a review. They were really quick to cut out and sew. I added around 5" because I like my pants LONG! And I made a 1" hem.
The instructions only suggesting adding some sort of drawstring... I used a thin grosgrain ribbon with beads on the ends. I wish I'd also added elastic. I've noticed the pants "growing" as I wear them and I have to keep on re-tying them tighter.
Here is a closeup of the front. I really like the pockets. Or maybe I should say I really like the way the pockets "look". And the silk crepe is like wearing PJs all day!
Here is the back. Notice that they have a yoke that creates a 'V' at the center back like jeans.
This is a great pattern and perfect for a quick pair of pants that I highly recommend.
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19 comments
Just lovely. Silk draw string pants are high on my spring/summer sewing agenda. Must get through the Australian winter first.
ReplyDeleteThey look fabulous and I can just imagine how comfy they must be.
ReplyDeleteI love the addition of the beads to the end of your ties.
ReplyDeleteSilk pants sound so luxurious but comfortable that I might have to try some. Yours look gorgeous, I really like the beads on the tie too, nice detail.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful silk pants, great idea with the beads on the end of the drawstring.
ReplyDeleteGreat pants--nice fabric and color!
ReplyDeleteLove these pants. I am going to try this project!
ReplyDeleteYour pants look beautiful. That fabric was a perfect choice, and they look like they fit perfectly. If the "growing" bothers you, you could easliy change your ribbon drawstring to a elasticated ribbon drawstring. Simply add an elastic middle with ribbon on either end. I usually cut the elastic about 1 inch shorter than the back of the garment. I've never done this with elastic less than 3/8 inch wide, but it isn't necessary to match the width of the elastic to the ribon witdth.
ReplyDeleteI love the beads on the end of the ribbon...will try that on my next drawstring!
These look wonderful! A definite must-have for a summer wardrobe.
ReplyDeleteGreat pair of pants looks good on you.
ReplyDeleteThe pants look quite comfortable. I made the skirt from this pattern. It has the same back yoke; I found it easy to sew and looks good.
ReplyDeleteCute pants...and I love silk crepe!
ReplyDeleteGreat pants. Perfect for summer.
ReplyDeleteI love your pants, and nice bead detail
ReplyDeleteA back yoke - great way to improve the fit! These are gorgeous. Simple and elegant.
ReplyDeleteI've made the skirt and the shorts from this pattern, both out of some nice floppy black linen. VERY comfy, though I too have had a problem with garment growth. I haven't done the pockets yet but I like the way they look on yours, so I think I might have to do some pants also!
ReplyDeleteGreat pants..love the fabric!
ReplyDeleteYour effort certainly paid off. The whole outfit looks sleek and expensive. And wearing your hair that way-- chic.
ReplyDeleteVery stylish!
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