McCall's: 6403 (Misses'/Women's Shorts and Pants In 2 Lengths) - Type:Shorts  |
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| Posted on: | 2/15/13 11:49 PM |
| Last Updated: | 2/15/13 11:59 PM |
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| Fabric: | Cotton Twill [See other projects in this fabric] |
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Pattern Description:
Misses pants and shorts
Pattern Sizing:
8 to 16
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Yes
Were the instructions easy to follow?
I found the fly front no problem. I have never done one that I can remember.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
That its an easy pattern.
Fabric Used:
I think its cotton twill? I know at my local Joann Fabrics, it was in the "bottom" weight fabrics. I felt a few and got one that didn't feel like cardboard.
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
Only alterations I made was to read on line and adjust them according to every web site I could find on how to make pants and the adjustments you need for a "pear" shape. Then I think I got that pretty good, but they were very loose in the legs. So back to the internet and more adjustments. I think they crinkle in the front a little, but I wore them a whole day (before pictures) and they felt fine. Maybe I need the adjust the crotch curve in the front? If anyone reads this, let me know what changes I may need, please! Oh, I made them a bit longer.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
I already have bought another fabric to make the shorts with the pleats view D on the pattern.
Conclusion:
I wanted to try my hand at making pants/shorts and this pattern gives me the opportunity with the shorts without going broke on fabric. It doesn't use much fabric for the shorts.
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That is a complicated pattern for first shorts! I plan on sewing elasticized waist pull-on shorts when I get around to sewing shorts. Looks like you did a great job. Sorry I can't help with fit issues but there is a whole thread on pants sewing and perhaps someone there can help. Good luck!
2/16/13 3:33 PM
thanks for the review. It does say easy (ha ah) I am in the middle of the other shorts from this pattern right now, and keep thinking easy for whom? I think I figured out fitting issue with this pair of shorts, I need a bit more in the rear crotch, but too late. There is always a next pair right!
2/16/13 11:10 PM
Sherts are the perfect way to dip your toes into pants-making. It difficult to self-photo so they are a little blurry on my end but appear to be a very good fit.
2/17/13 8:15 AM
I think they look good. You look great in shorts!
5/6/13 4:27 PM