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Pattern for Women's Slacks Recommended Slack Pattern for Women
JPForster   Beginner NY USA Member since 1/11/11 Posts: 5	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 8/21/12 11:33 AM I will be taking a Fundamental Garment Construction class at university starting on Aug 31. One of the things I need to purchase is a woman's slack pattern with the following: Waistband, pockets and a zipper. I am fuller-figured and not a kid anymore (if you know what I mean). Something flattering. Can anyone give me suggestions on a nice pattern?
MNBarb   Intermediate MN USA Member since 4/3/10 Posts: 1522	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 8/21/12 12:00 PM I had good luck with Simplicity 2700 Amazing Fit pants. Not everyone loved this pattern but you can lperuse at the 36 reviews here. ------ Barb "I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work." Thomas Edison "I not only use all the brains I have, but all I can borrow." Woodrow Wilson
Andsewforth   Advanced PA Member since 11/6/06 Posts: 39	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 8/22/12 10:00 AM McCall's 5239 is a Palmer/Pletsch pattern so it has several fitting lines already on the pattern which makes it easier to fit. The instructions also include fitting tips.
NancyZL   Intermediate NJ USA Member since 6/18/08 Posts: 261	Login to reply to this post In reply to JPForster << Like this post Date: 8/22/12 10:34 AM I just made McCall's 6361, another Palmer/Pletsch pattern, which comes in several lengths . I made the shorts & really like this pattern. Has a contoured waistband,side pockets and front zipper .
fryman   Intermediate FL USA Member since 10/23/07 Posts: 7	Login to reply to this post In reply to NancyZL << 1 member likes this. Date: 8/22/12 10:41 AM a contoured waistband feature is usually . flattering. Glad you're not dealing with an elastic waist which can add bulk or too much fabric around the middle and; who needs that?
JPForster   Beginner NY USA Member since 1/11/11 Posts: 5	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 8/23/12 7:59 AM Thank you ladies - now I've got a good starting point. I'll (try) to let you know how I make out. I'm still learning how to work/post within this site. Janice
JTink Intermediate VA USA Member since 4/20/08 Posts: 4815	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 8/23/12 8:37 AM I find a regular waist band, rather than a contour, is easier to work with when altering. But that's just me
marymary86 Intermediate GA USA Member since 7/20/08 Posts: 2198	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 8/23/12 9:50 AM My vote is for a Burda pattern just because of the amazing fit. I'm sewing a pair right now from an older Burda Plus magazine but you can also buy them in the envelope at most fabric stores. ------ Mary http://checkmatesystem.com
MsMargaret Beginner MI USA Member since 9/4/06 Posts: 33	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 8/23/12 10:04 AM I think a contoured waistband might be somewhat difficult for a beginner sewer who has a fuller figure, especially if they have much of a tummy. I know I would not want to try it as my first pants pattern.
marymary86 Intermediate GA USA Member since 7/20/08 Posts: 2198	Login to reply to this post In reply to MsMargaret << Like this post Date: 8/23/12 5:52 PM Welcome MsMargaret! ------ Mary http://checkmatesystem.com

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