It Take Two Pants PDF Pattern

• Purchase includes a digital pattern file with sizes XXS-1X B-Block size range and XXL-8X D-Block size range
• Skill level: Intermediate
• PDF pattern includes illustrated instruction document, A0 copy shop files, print at home files prepared for A4 & letter size paper, and projector files for light & dark ground fabrics.
• Sewing Workshop – coming soon!

• Color A fabric
• Color B fabric
• Lightweight to midweight fusible interfacing
  • *you may need different color interfacings for more extreme contrast color fabrics (such as black & white)
• Matching all-purpose thread to your fabric
  • *you may wish to have matching thread to both your Color A and Color B fabrics on hand
• 3/8” (1cm) width drawstring trim
  • *see length requirements per size below
• 1 3/8” (3.5cm) width soft elastic
  • *see length requirements per size below
• Optional: (for knit fabrics only)
  • Wooly nylon thread
    • *for upper and lower loopers on a serger/overlock sewing machine (can also be used in the bobbin of a regular home sewing machine to increase elasticity of stitches)

The It Takes Two Pants are designed for light to medium weight woven or knit fabrications. The pants are designed to combine two colors of fabric, whether those colors are solid or print is up to you! It is recommended to use the same base fabric for both colors as the balance of the garment may feel off if you choose to combine two very different base fabrics. (i.e. Do not choose silk for one color and canvas for the other, if you want the same result as the intended design.) Fabrics with a nice drape will help the silhouette relax around the body, while materials that are stiffer in nature will create a more structural shape. The pattern is drafted with ample ease, so lighter weight fabrics that drape smoothly will give that soft gathered appearance around the waistline and flow perfectly out to the hem.

Woven fabric recommendations include plain weaves, twills, or textured linen, cotton, viscose, or Tencel compositions, staying under the 10oz (339gsm) weight.

Knit fabric recommendations include French terry, sweatshirt fleece, or jersey cotton, bamboo, wool, or Tencel compositions, staying under the 10oz (339gsm) weight. Note that small amounts of elastane/spandex may cause the curved seams to ripple. As this pattern can be used for both knits and wovens, there is no minimum stretch percentage requirement. If you choose to make this pattern in a knit fabrication, you may wish to size down.

Fusible interfacing is recommended for the waistband and bound buttonholes. Use a light to medium weight woven fusible interfacing for woven fabrications. Use a light to medium weight knit or stretch fusible interfacing for knit fabrications.

The Fit Description

The It Takes Two Pants are high rise, intended to fall at your natural waist and be quite comfortable throughout the full rise. There are multiple inseam lengths offered directly on the leg pattern pieces indicated by separate cut lines. Choose the inseam that best corresponds to your personal preference for length. The rise height does not change across inseam lengths, so you may still wish to shorten/lengthen the rise for your personal height. The amount of gathering at the waist is determined by the size you choose against your personal waist measurement. If you want the waist to be less “full”, choose a smaller size. The pants are a wide leg fit which makes them extra comfy and especially ~swooshy~ while strutting around town. If you desire a slightly less wide leg opening, you can always grade in at the hem.

If you are between sizes, size down.

Adjusting For Height & Proportions

As the pattern is drafted for someone 5’8” (172cm) tall, you may need to shorten/lengthen the rise for your personal height. There are A LOT of pattern pieces because of the style lines. Make sure to follow the guide for pattern & fit adjustments on the following page to double check you adjust all of the required pattern pieces.

Pattern pieces #1 Bottom Right Front, #3 Outer Left Front, #4 Inner Left Front, #5 Outer Left Back, #6 Inner Left Back, and #7 Bottom Right Back all have shorten/lengthen lines at the rise. You will need to make sure you adjust all of the pieces the same amount to make sure the pattern comes together smoothly. The shorten/lengthen line is strategically placed so you do not interfere with the horizontal style line combining the two fabrics nor do you change the pocket opening. Although, certain sizes will need to re-draw the side seam notches the correct distance apart after shortening or lengthening the rise.

SIZE SELECTION

Find the size that corresponds closest to your personal measurements in the size chart below. Patterns are designed for a 5’8” (172cm) tall person. The following measurements are needed to determine your size:

WAIST | The smallest part of your torso, directly underneath your rib cage and above your hip bones

HIGH HIP | Starting 3” (7.6cm) below your waistline, around the circumference of your hips

LOW HIP | The widest part of your hips, patterns drafted for 8” below the waistline

Choose your size based on your low hip measurement. If you are between sizes, size down. The fit is intended to be relaxed, so the pattern has a significant amount of ease built in. If you prefer your garments to fit closer to the body, choose your size based on your preferred amount of ease using the finished garment measurements listed. The pants are only fitted at the waist with elastic cinching in the waistline and an additional drawstring can be tied even tighter, if needed. While the finished garment appears more complicated because of the style lines, at the heart of this pattern is a simple, pull-on drawstring pant that is a straightfoward fit! You want enough ease in the hip, but other than that, the elastic at the waist will take care of the rest.

If you choose to make this pattern in a knit fabrication, you may wish to size down.