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StyleArc: Linda Stretch Pant (Linda Stretch Pant) thumbsup - Type:Pants    printable version
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Reviewed by:BeaJay
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Posted on:1/7/13 4:28 PM
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Pattern Photo:StyleArc Linda Stretch Pant
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Pattern Rating:Highly Recommend
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Fabric:Rayon Poly Lycra Woven  [See other projects in this fabric]
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Pattern Description: (From Website)

Easy to wear and easy to sew- pull-on pant - just wait till you try this one!! You will love it!

Pattern Sizing:

StyleArc uses single pattern sizing. The pattern is available in sizes 6 through 30 AUS Sizing - they have a size chart on their website. Use it to get your size right.

Being a large apple shape I took Shams advice and used my hip measurements rather than my waist measurements and then did a full stomach adjustment. Hence I sewed a size 24 pattern with lots of adjustments.

Were the instructions easy to follow?

As mentioned before - SA have minimal instructions - however these pants are very easy to sew and as a beginner I found it easy.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?

Love how easy it was to sew. I managed to get a good fit for me. The pants have turned out very very comfortable. This is my second version. I didn't post the first one (which was in jersey and I felt "cheating" a little as jersey is very forgiving fit wise).

I also managed to get a reasonable copy of my old favourite ready to wear pair.

Being an apple I hate how most pants that fit me in the stomach swim on my legs. Choosing a straight leg pant and basing the size on my hips really helped with this.

Fabric Used:

A lovely RPL from EmmaOneSock

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:

Heaps - I first did a full tummy adjustment from the book - Dressmaking to flatter your shape by Lorna Knight. I did this for the first Jersey Pair I made. Because RPL doesn't has as much stretch as jersey I then added some more on the sides.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?

Yes yes yes yes yes.

Conclusion:

These pants enjoy a good reputation on PR and deservedly so. They are very comfy and IMO look great.

Unfortunately you only have the option of choosing one rating. Not only would I rate this Highly Recommend, I would also rate it - Easy for Beginners and Great Wardrobe Builder

More on my blog including pictures of the pattern alterations - and - gulp gulp - pictures of the pants in full

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Dilliander said...
Fabulous fit! These look great on you and perfect with the Cate top. Your SWAP is looking good :)
1/7/13 5:10 PM
velosewer said...
Nice work BeaJay. You're right about this style suiting your shape. The colour and fit are great.
1/7/13 5:36 PM
Sharonspils said...
Looking fantastic and your adjustments worked out well.
1/7/13 6:41 PM
Austragirl said...
Those pants look excellent. I have the pattern but not the fabric for them so I might try EOS .... My favourite fabric website except as you say for the freight. Do you recommend the alterations book that you used? It's a new one on me.
1/7/13 6:57 PM
BeaJay said...
Thanks for the kind comments. Austragirl - the book is good and I really like their pictures - actual photographs of pattern alterations. This book has a lot of different alterations in and I find the pictures easier to interpret than Fit for Real People - however FFRP has much better written instructions. FFRP did not have the large stomach adjustment for pants. If I could meld both books it would be perfect.
1/7/13 7:42 PM
Skye said...
Great looking pants - nice colour and good fit
1/7/13 7:52 PM
Sew4Fun said...
Great pants! You did a nice job with the fit. Thanks for all the details on your blog about the alterations you did.
1/7/13 9:56 PM
ArtAttack said...
Ooh, cute on you! It is so fun to find a pant pattern you love...make more!!
1/7/13 10:09 PM
Baja Susana said...
The green pants are right on trend according to Pantone. Nice job!
1/8/13 1:19 AM
Rebecca D said...
Great fit, I am really impressed. Can't wait to see your other versions and this is an encouragement to get some of that Emma One Sock RPL.
1/8/13 6:57 AM
Kayabunga said...
Your pants look great ... good for you! Thanks for sharing your blow-by-blow alterations on your blog. I have a friend who is an apple and has voiced the same fitting problems ... until now, I've been at a loss of how best to help her. Thanks so much.
1/8/13 8:56 AM
betty bushwacker said...
You are off to a fabulous running start this year, I love your outfits and feed on your inspiration. Great stuff!
1/8/13 8:58 AM
brissie71 said...
Great pants, BeaJay. Your swap is coming along beautifully.
1/12/13 3:52 AM
AuntieShel said...
Wow, what an incredible fit you got with these pants. I am in awe of your alteration skills!!
4/16/13 10:53 AM
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