Autumn/Winter Fabrics and Patterns for Trousers/Pants - Laurens top picks

It’s a popular time of year to be making trousers and if you are looking to expand your handmade wardrobe to include these handy separates, that are great for pairing with your favorite tops and blouses, then you're in the right place!
There are lots of different fabric options, along with a wide range of indie patterns in a variety of styles now available. So whether you are looking for a casual alternative to jeans, something smart for the office or a dressed up look for a night out with friends, in this post I will share with you the different styles and options to help inspire your next make!
Follow this link to the corresponding blog post where you can find links to purchase the fabrics and patterns that I talk about.
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In this video I am wearing the By Hand London Marie Blouse made in our exclusive Chicacheetah Print
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We do still have kits available to make the Marie blouse in the blue colourway of the Chicacheetah Fabric
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[@JaqueBampi]

Two 👍🏻👍🏻 - much needed video! Thank you!

[@rosieroo538]

Thank you, this was so helpful, I find choosing bottom weight fabrics so confusing. You should make a spring/summer version too :)

[@lisagandola2254]

Love that blouse you are wearing😍

[@tomokoichi]

Thank you so much for adding the wool alternatives for us with sensitive skin!!!

[@karenmiller3300]

Such a helpful informative video..thanks Lauren

[@annecarus2884]

Really clear helpful video - thank you!

[@marlaminer5887]

very informative. Thank you

[@jackief7849]

Thank you Lauren, a very useful vlog x

[@cathmckeever2728]

Brilliant! Thanks Lauren. 😊

[@suebrown5500]

So helpful and inspirational and please tell me what the blouse is you’re wearing. Thanks x

[@ruthlanwarne8978]

Great video Lauren. I’d really like to get better at making trousers so might have a go at the Portobello ones as have that pattern already.

[@lindsaym8546]

Super helpful video as always, thanks Lauren 😊

[@pinkvelvetlingerie4939]

Thanks - another great video. I’m cutting into your navy Fibremood viscose twill tonight- it’s gorgeous. Can I ask what pattern your blouse is?

[@heathermyers2763]

Thanks as always. I'm not familiar with a "wool wash" choice on my home washing machine. Would you be able to give more description? Thanks.

[@LaurenGuthrieGhani]

Hello, on my machine it seems to be colder in temperature, a more gentle cycle, so doesn't tumble things around as much, is shorter (about 40 mins) and has a max spin of 800. I hope that helps :)

[@ritaadler-everett5392]

Hi Lauren. Do pants made out of wool relax or stretch a bit, after wearing them all day? I have sewn pants in different fabrics that look 2 sizes too big on me by the end of the day. Thank you!

[@LaurenGuthrieGhani]

Hi Rita, In all honestly I'm not 100% sure and I think it might depend on the fabric as well. I think if it had a bit of elastane/spandex then the changes would be lower as that will give the fabric recovery but if its quite a fine and dense weave then I think that would be unlikely to stretch/bag out. I hope that helps :)