Lounge-wear Pants, FREE pattern (Peppermint). Pocket tricks. Let's Sew Easy Pants: Reveal Week!

It’s time to share REAL pants. The real deal friends, no more muslins and this is Reveal Week of the Let’s sew easy pants mini series. I will share several pant videos this week!
Today I’m sharing another pair, and this time, using a FREE sewing pattern from Peppermint magazine. The pattern is made by the brand Common Stitch in collaboration with the magazine. It's free to download and they suggest a voluntary donation of $AU 2.
I am sharing tricks on the pockets, sewing footage and fit adjustments that were needed to get the fit I wanted. Another practical video applying all the content in this series.
Catch up on the Let’s Sew easy pants miniseries:
• Let's sew easy pants! ...
Loungewear Set from Peppermint magazine:
peppermintmag.com/sewing-scho...
Specifics:
*Bubble crepe
*Size E (I was between size F and G)
*Added 1” to the front rise
*Added 1.5” to the back rise
*Added 8” to the length of the legs in 2 different areas
*Transformed the 2 pocket pieces into one to avoid a pesky seam
*Pieced the pocket piece
Helpful videos:
Original idea for uniting the elastic is from the Balboa skirt pattern from Itch to Stitch, video here:
• 4 easy KNIT skirts, w...
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[@phoebewilkie3021]

I love and respect your work, and now I'm even more impressed since you shared your personal issues. God bless Karina and much love.

[@nickic4561]

These are my favourite pants to sew, I have also add length and made full length pants which are very in now. I use linen, cotton/linen blends for casual pants and I omit the pockets and make pyjama pants using the same pattern I just pin the pocket to form and continue the side seam on fabric. They are such a quick and easy sew. Great video

[@louiseef1376]

Thanks. This is so helpful. Really want to make my first pair of pants and this has given me the confidence to get started. Really clear instructions covering everything I wanted to know👍

[@janmiller1850]

Wow. I love these! They look perfect on you, Karina. Well done! You truly are THE source on the Internet for clear, detailed garment sewing tutorials. 👏👏👏

[@laurafrasheri7093]

Beautiful pants. I like the fabric and they are perfect for your body. I think you should make more

[@eduardachi2571]

i i love the black pants way to go now when i think of pants i always hear make pretty pockets and save your material for another garment then i heard mimi g saying she always gets 3 meters and 4 if she is making long dress than i thought of u and im like omg karina could make a whole wardrobe with all those meters u are getting in my head lol u are a good teacher i think u are so funny

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

With 3-4 meters I would make a blazer, pants and a skirt! 😄

[@jaquinabeahan2367]

I admire you so much. You are such an inspirational teacher. I pray your channel grows .

[@respond2julie]

Your pockets are genius! ✂️. Love your channel and your demonstrations of detailed sewing techniques and pattern adjustments are so very helpful. Thank you for you dedication and generosity to us!

[@margiecook6379]

Beautiful pants! Looks so comfortable. Great for a day chasing grandchildren out shopping with the girls. Thanks!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Yes very comfy. They take no time at all to make too! Perfect for pretty prints.

[@carolpatrick3567]

very clever pocket technique, thanks for all your hard work.

[@user-px7nh7vs4b]

I have the same fitting issues. I have to add to pants rise, especially the back and lower the apex on blouses and I am 5'8" so I appreciate your videos.

[@usevilla5357]

Thank goodness I found your channel! We share similar body types so that alone is a win win for me! The adjustments made to this pattern is brilliant! I love the new pockets! I supported you with a nice cup(s) of coffee - well deserved coffee break!! Thanks again and will keep watching!

[@valclements7092]

Morning Karina, great tips as always. I saw the free pattern and passed it by, you changed my mind ,I’m back for it. They look awesome. Thank you so much. Have a great day. Val❤️🇨🇦🇬🇧

[@dianneandres3770]

I love your pocket hack. I downloaded this pattern and made a muslin so I could try out the pocket. Worked out great. Thank you!!

[@nancyhurt7145]

Going to try these! Love how they look.

[@Escape10mom]

What a great idea on the pocket! I'll have to ck that pattern out. I've really liked this pants series. Thank you for all your great info & for sharing!!

[@nancynewman6592]

Thanks for all this fitting advice :) So far I have done toiles for 4 patterns trying to figure out the best fit and I am watching all your videos.

[@karenlewis5394]

Thank you i really appreciated all the tips especially the pockets

[@swenstrand]

Loving your fitting tips and the picket change. The pants look perfect on you!

[@Tonkito1]

I love that pant, color and fabric.

[@tamarakarlin2758]

Beautiful pants, love the fabric & fit with your adjustments Karina! Thanks for all you do!

[@sewandembmom12]

Love those! So cute and comfortable looking! I need to try the pockets like that.

[@belindacox4501]

They have turned out lovely! I like the savings you made on the pocket fabric too. I have this pattern and was going to make them in linen, but Ive changed my mind now and will use something more flowing from my stash

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I think I’d make them in linen with the cropped version. But for full length, I like flowy.

[@KatheD]

Between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch in imperial is 3/8 inch. You are so good at the conversions, it's a comfort to those of us who aren't, that there is one you can't do so easily. It's a difficult one, anyway, because the number under the slash (I forgot, is that a denominator?) is different in each measurement. Your explanations of everything are very helpful, much appreciated.

[@Ohio-ym7tc]

I recently made similar pants for my daughter and myself, a first. Your fitting tips reminded me to use 2 different size range patterns so I have cut each differently w notes right on each pattern for the next pairs (hers with a pink heart) and I don't have to start over fitting. She is 4 hrs away☺

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I hope she loves them! no one has ever made me anything before he he.

[@robertafahrni7169]

Love these pants on you! Great choice of fabric - you are good at that!

[@oscar6443]

Lovely fit and lovely fabric, and very well explained on how to make the pockets as you always do 🐶

[@lizhumble9953]

I watch a lot of your videos and I know you say you have to lengthen pants, but since I am petite I just think okay but she is tall. However, 8 inches is a lot! I may have to lengthen this pattern. I also don’t like ankle length pants. I think it makes me look shorter and I don’t need help looking shorter.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

These are meant to be short originally so if I’m tall, it means a lot of extra length :)

[@nataliestanchevski4628]

Really nice! My mom loves pants like this and I have a black and cream bubble crepe that would be perfect for her. My thighs are too round for thin drapey pants like this but I'm looking forward to making some for her.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Maybe you can try a rayon twill. That is heavier but still drapes amazing. Same as tencel twill. I’m sure your mum will love them. My mum loves this style too.

[@idwerk]

Great video! I have made 3 pairs of these great pants so far and plan to make more. Since I'm working from home it is nice to have neat-looking pjs that can go straight from bed to my home office without looking sloppy all day. I love Pepperming patterns!

[@lilybogaards5089]

Thank you for all the insights you share so generously. I am currently working on a pants block. Lots of tweaking needed. First wearable version will be a flowy widelegged version like the one you’re showing here. Only going to make a flat front and elastic only in the back. Your series together with more indepth fitting help from Alexandra Morgan are helping me to finally get pants to fit me. Again thank you for your encouragement. 💕

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’ll make a block again someday. I’m so happy you are doing that. Guard that pattern safely! I lost my block in a house move and that was devastating.

[@lilybogaards5089]

Lifting Pins and Needles Sorry to hear that. Will definitely treasure that block pattern once it’s done. Head full of ideas to use it. Have to do so many alterations that I am really looking forward to maximising it once it fits. 💕

[@cydmoney12]

I just love your innovation & tips

[@susankidd9963]

They are lovely pants and the tutorial is brilliant as usual.

[@sewsewsewist785]

Those are really cute on u. I have this green paisley rayon fabric looking very similar to yours. I may have to give it a go....

[@lynneprentice4278]

I will be downloading this pattern! Yours look fantastic! ❤️

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊

[@skoop0808]

These pants are beautiful! Thank you for the great information. Your videos are always so informative and easy to understand. Thank you!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much!

[@Bluemagilla]

Super nice fit on these pants. I've enjoyed your whole pant fitting series. Thanks so much.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

You are so welcome!

[@iamatitle5031]

Thank you so much for taking the time to make such an informational video! Making these now as a Mother’s Day gift for myself and panicked because I wasn’t understanding the original pocket construction re cutting your method, Thank you!

[@KW-jh9si]

Great job! And so flattering 😄

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊

[@doreenbradley3849]

Fab video again. Love those trousers and they look so amazing 😄

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m glad you liked them!

[@janetlaske36]

Very very nice. I love the look. It looks great on you.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊

[@kckazcoll1]

you rock those pants Karina! Combination of good fit and being tall. I'm 5ft 5 and that style makes me look short and wide :)

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

If you make wide legs pants hit the floor with heels on (hem them with heels on) they can actually make the legs look a tad longer. Also, a solid color will give that effect too. I will be using these again and slimming down the leg a tad too, not to make them fitted, but just a tad narrower.

[@jacquelineclifford8285]

Lovely helpful videos.

[@nicolewilson4055]

They turned out so well. I need to make them. The Peppermint free patterns are great.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

They sure are!

[@sewlovemydogs]

What a fabulous video, your instructions and visuals have made this so easy now. I love the way you folded the pocket. Thank you so much.

[@robertahall1550]

Thanks for the info, nice free pattern.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m glad you like it :)

[@sbrickett]

Súper great fit!

[@vanessaarmstead5444]

I'm new to your channel, your pants fit you wonderfully I'm hoping for the same results...thank you sooo much!

[@alexandrawellington8028]

These pants look great on you xxx

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much ☺️

[@judydyke3771]

They look great, must download pattern and give them a try. Judy from OZ

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Go for it :) I like them a lot :)

[@ppuyle1]

These are so cute on you Karina! I’d love to hear with all these pairs of pants if you have a favorite?

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I don’t have a favorite because they all are similar but have different leg widths, thus making them different styles. I wanted to make straight, wide and slim leg pants for this series. They will suit different fabrics too. I really enjoyed them all :)

[@helenhart4778]

fantastic

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊

[@AnnieSuzie]

So is it 3/8" around the blue pocket line or is it 3/4"? Many thanks and I love your videos!

[@robertahall1550]

I really love yhose, what type of fabric is that please, love it? They looks great on you.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I mentioned it during the video. It’s a bubble crepe. I always write the details in the descriptions box too, the size, the changes :) Thank you so much for watching:)

[@jojobtrcook1808]

Love these pants on you 😄. Thank you for the pocket instructions. I will use your method.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

They feel very nice on, believe me. A tad luxurious he he

[@jeanbourque6486]

These are from the Loungewear Set that was recently in Peppermint magazine. I was wondering how many inches you had to add for your height? We are close in size. I always have to add, especially now that a lot of pants are worn shorter than I would wear them. Also, I was wondering if you made the top that was in the set? I printed both out and the top looks pretty short to me. Thanks for all you do. :)

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I don’t understand why you are telling me the name of the pattern I made? I even showed the website of where the pattern is found for free. You will find the answer to every single question in the video (even with a graphic). I discussed all those aspects in detail and even the fact that I don’t intend to make the top. Did you watch the video at all? Also, I write every detail in the description box of the videos too, so that it’s easy to find.

[@milda0820]

💖

[@maryenos91]

Are they primarily PDF patterns?

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Peppermint magazine has PDF patterns only.

[@maryenos91]

thank you very much

[@StuffsewnbyJoan]

Are they beginner friendly?? :-)

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

The pattern is simple and the instructions are clear. It always depends on the needs of the individual as to the depth needed in terms of instructions.

[@caroldean4417]

1/4 “ (inch), 3/8”, 1/2” same as: 2/8”, 3/8”, 4/8”