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StyleArc: Becky Yoga Pant (Becky Yoga Pant) - Type:Pants    printable version
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Posted on:1/7/13 10:37 PM
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Pattern Photo:StyleArc Becky Yoga Pant
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Pattern Rating:Easy & Great for Beginners
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Fabric:Fleece  [See other projects in this fabric]
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Pattern Description: Fabulous yoga pant with boot leg, elastic waist and back pocket.
Leg opening approx. 47cm or 18"
Inside leg length 80cm or 31.5"
Total crotch 50cm or 20"

Pattern Sizing: 6-30. I made a 12.

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes, though they ended up being tighter than I expected.

Were the instructions easy to follow? They're very terse. I think they would be kind of difficult for a beginner. I only glanced at them and otherwise constructed them on my own.

To help myself attach the back pocket I folded back the seam allowances and used wash-away Wonder Tape to hold everything in place, then stitched it on my regular sewing machine using a 3.0 width and 2.5 length zig-zag stitch and a walking foot.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I like how easy they were to put together and how they are true to size. I was able to complete this project in less than 2 hours. I also like the waistband. It is very smooth and folded over with elastic inserted inside. It stays up very well and is extremely comfortable and non-bulky. The back pocket is a nice touch - it is small but is handy for holding keys and helps me more easily distinguish front from back on cold dark mornings!

I didn't dislike anything about the pattern, though since they are quite tight (especially in the thigh area) and I'm very pear shaped I probably won't be wearing them out in public, at least not without pairing them with a longer length top. They're great for working out or wearing around the house though!

Fabric Used: 4 way stretch single sided fleece knit (December 2012 Julie's Pick from Fabric Mart)

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I removed a 1" wedge from the CF and added a 1.5" wedge to the CB. Additionally I moved the legs inward 3/4" at the knee and lengthened the legs 2" below the knee and shortened them 1" above the knee. I also added 1" to the thigh width. Next time I would add even more width to the legs as very tight fitting legs in a knit fabric are not the most flattering look for me.

When trying them on I ended up taking in the waist a total of 4" and scooped out 1/2" from the front crotch curve.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? Yes, I've made a couple of pairs out of stretch fleece - great for cold winter nights and weekends. If you sew this pattern be aware that they fit like leggings - definitely a body-clinging and not a body-skimming fit.
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sewbehind said...
Those look very RTW. The stretch fleece sounds very nice.
1/7/13 10:57 PM
Chris Kelly said...
Very cute pants.....live them...another pattern to try.
1/8/13 0:06 AM
Dilliander said...
Great job and great fit, you won't need to buy yoga pants ever again!
1/8/13 1:30 AM
chenille said...
Those look great, excellent job on drafting those changes to fit you so well.
1/8/13 2:47 AM
Sew4Fun said...
Nice job! Thanks for the review.
1/8/13 4:52 AM
Karla Kizer said...
"I probably won't be wearing them out in public, at least not without pairing them with a longer length top." Are you kidding? They look very respectable! (You've never been to Walmart, have you?) Thanks for the excellent review of a SA pattern that is in my extensive stack of "to-be-sewn". Your pants look great!
1/8/13 6:25 AM
GoodbyeValntino said...
very nice!
1/8/13 7:06 AM
Mahogany Stylist said...
Nice yoga pants. It's good to know that they are true to size and go together with no problem.
1/8/13 4:36 PM
margy.64 said...
Great looking pants. Can't wait to try the Style Arc patterns.
1/8/13 6:58 PM
Pollycotton said...
Great review and love the photos
1/8/13 8:10 PM
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