The Parker Ponte Pants - A pattern review and my collab with

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[@StitchHemSew]

I enjoyed yours and Carole's reviews. It was great to see your process through your three makes. Thank you xxxx

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you so much Clare! I’m really glad you enjoyed our little collab. 💞

[@BYBabbra]

Your third make is the best fit. There is not wrinkles in the seat and the front is nice and even. I think that if it had pockets; back and possible front it would give it that office look (if you know what I mean!). Love the blue top you are wearing, looks so comfy😀

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Yes, the 3rd pair is definitely the one! It’s really funny because the back pockets made that pattern inappropriate for the office for me. Just too casual. I love the clean “pocketless” look for the office. 💞

[@clarec8348]

Hi Izzy, Loved your pattern review. I was sent here by Carole… I was inspired to make these by Whitney and made my first pair last week. I’m very narrow in the hips and found them a great fit, I just needed to size up on the elastic. I love the cuff and the shape of the pants. Your last pair look great! Great collab. 🚴‍♀️🐝

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you so much for visiting Clare! I agree - the shape of the Parkers is really good and exactly my style in terms of width of the leg. And they come together so quickly! 💞

[@sarahodonnell6957]

The burgundy pair are perfect. 🙏💚❤️💙💜

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you! 😊

[@AndraMakes]

I admire your patience and perseverance, Izzy! Amazing work getting the fit you like! They look fab! 💗

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you so much Andra! Not sure if it’s patience or stubborness. 😂 I am determined to make myself some comfortable pants for work and these fit the bill I think. Xx 💞

[@pinkysfarm461]

Nice seeing the process! The final pair look perfect!!❤

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you Trish! Xx 💞

[@helganeufeld230]

Thanks for an excellent review. Those pants make your derrière look fabulous.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

😂 Thank you so much Helga! I was looking at the picture of the back yesterday and said the same thing to myself - darn my butt looks good in those pants! 💞

[@blufaerie]

I love the fit and color of the final pair!

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you! I’m pretty pleased with the last pair. 💞

[@lidabard2121]

The burgundy pair look great!

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you!

[@socarole66]

That was such an honest, fantastic review of the pattern. Can't believe you actually said 'wedgie' 😂. You really went through the mill altering it. I love the burgundy pair on you, I also like the black and white but if they aren't comfy then that defeats the point of Ponte trousers 😂. Thanks so much for the collab, really loved doing it with you. Let's definitely do it again... but not a Style Arc 😂. ❤xx❤

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Yes - let’s do this again! Maybe doing a Big 4 pattern together? I don’t have many and I never get them for $1.99, but I’m going to keep an eye out for one I could attempt. Maybe one with bust cups so I don’t have to do a dreaded FBA. 😂 xx 💞

[@DebsWay]

You did a great job with explaining how you were making changes to get your pants to fit. Thanks!

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

You are so welcome Deb! I hope you’re well. 💞

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

You are so welcome Deb! I hope you’re well. 💞

[@MountainAccentsSewing]

I enjoyed hearing about fitting your pants. My favorite pair is the charcoal grey pair. They do look good with a longer shirt. Have a wonderful week.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you Cynthia! You too! 💞

[@rhondaa18]

Good review. I appreciate hearing the process.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Glad it was helpful! 💞

[@catrionacurry8674]

very useful review. If you're still in search of the perfect ponte pant pattern I would recommend Sinclair patterns Sunset knit lounge pants. Don't be put off by the pattern picture, made up in a good ponte and without the waist drawstring they're a boot cut and smart enough to wear out and about.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

I have that pattern!! You’re right - I definitely thought they were lounge around the house kinda pants and I didn’t even give them a look when trying to find office pants. I will now!! Thank you. 💞

[@SewMyTime]

A really good review as ever. You show remarkable patience with the fit but it really paid off. Each pair looked better as you went along. Agree totally with Style Arc instruction points - not for the faint hearted!!! I really do need to tackle more trouser making!!

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Glad you enjoyed it! It’s not patience really. I have yet to find a pants pattern that doesn’t need me to make that adjustment. Now I know I’m going to need to do it on every single pattern and that’s ok. Some people have to do a FBA on every single pattern. I refuse to do that. I only buy patterns that offer bust cups. 💞

[@suewilbur504]

Hi Izzy. I applaud your persistence in getting the fit right for your pants. The burgundy pair look lovely on you and seem office-appropriate to me. Have you considered making the Love Notion’s Duet pants? They might be more what you are looking for as office pants and can be made with wovens or knits.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you Sue! I actually have the Duet pattern so I’m going to have a look at them. I have had problems fitting the Love Notions bottoms on my body in the past, but I’m making the Largo pants right now so who knows! 💞

[@ZeldaSews]

You two did a great job! Thanks for showing the steps. I have a belly, too. I don't love either, but my husband says it's fine, so I don't argue! 😅😅😅

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you Zelda! 💞

[@bonnieprevatt8014]

Great video, I believe your adjustments are just what I needed on my Love Notions Largo Cargo pants I’m working on. Thanks so much

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

You are so welcome! You’ll have to let me know how it works out for you. I’m also making the Largo pants right now and did make the adjustments to the pattern before I even cut into my muslin fabric. 💞

[@barbarahall6368]

I agree that the burgundy pair look very nice on you. I was having issues with several patterns for pants until I made Sinclair Poppy pants. They come in Petite, regular and long (I think). I’m 4’10” and needed the petite. I didn’t have to make any adjustments to that pattern. I’ll be making more of that pattern for sure. Thanks for your detailed review. Barb from Buffalo😊

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Hi Barb! I have the Poppy pants - I should have a look at that pattern. Thank you! 💞

[@SewAndTellwithDori]

Excellent review of this pattern, Izzy!!!!!!!!! I have the SAME body shape that you do, the same tummy and bum. Your your pattern adjustments for the back and inseam crotch areas were so very, very helpful. On Carole's channel comments, I mentioned that this pattern was on my Wish List to purchase at some point, but will now have to re-consider after watching both of your colab video reviews. I prefer the high-waisted, boot leg pant style (I'm a 1970's teen), and want front pockets. I don't mind making some pattern adjustments, but to buy a pattern to completely modify it isn't what I really should have to do. It's like buying a new car, then sending it to a body shop to modify the look of it. Makes one ask: Why not buy a pattern closer to what you want to begin with? Hmmmm... I do so appreciate your and Carole's honest and complete pattern reviews. THANK YOU BOTH! I'm going to have to give this pattern some serious thought, whether it should remain on my Wish List. ❤

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

I completely agree with you on pattern adjustments. I feel like if I need to make a million adjustments to make the pattern fit my style, then it’s not worth it. There are some adjustments that I’m more than willing to make (such as the low seat) because I’ve not found a single pattern that doesn’t need this adjustment for my bum. But I don’t buy patterns that would require me to do a FBA, especially indie patterns. They are expensive enough, I want some basic fit options available. 💞

[@pamroberts9218]

Thank you so much for sharing the details on your pants! I have this pattern AND Ponte to stitch them up. As a curvier woman, I have been hesitant to embark on the journey, but you have helped feel more confident to begin. Thanks! New subscriber here. 😊

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Awww I'm so glad the video was helpful! They really are a good pair of pants and ultra comfortable. And thank you for subscribing.

[@debbiecook4270]

Thank you for showing and explaining your process. I think the burgundy pair is definitely "office worthy." 🙂 They look very nice and do not look/fit like leggings.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

You are so welcome! And thank you for the sweet comment. 💞

[@ChristineSewsALot]

Very helpful review!

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you! 💞

[@emilyplatt477]

Your thought process in getting a good fit was very helpful. Thank you. Been a long time since I’ve sewn a pair of pants. I’m looking at Closet Core Pietra or Mitchell trousers.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

You’re welcome! I tried the Pietra a couple of times, but just couldn’t get them to work for me. The rise was ridiculously long on me and with all those pieces (the pockets are really funky on that pattern), I just got lost in the adjustments I would need to make. I’ve not tried the Mitchell but I have the Cashmerette Meriam trousers that look very similar. 😊

[@shirleyknight8946]

Great vlog! X

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you!! 😊

[@gerrysiebert8639]

Love the top youre wearing! Havent sewn style arc patterns yet...

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you! It’s one of my favourite tops for the winter. It’s very nice and snuggly! 😊 Style Arc patterns are very well drafted patterns and in the end, they come together beautifully, but not for the completely inexperienced sewist, that’s for sure. 😂

[@nancynewman6592]

Wow What a difference when you showed us the burgundy pants! They look great. I have been waiting for this review before I cut out mine, Thank you :) Also i am going try out your low seat adjustment. I am on my 4th regular pattern trying to find a fit that works. So far the only ones are the Style Arc BOb pants and they are big and baggy, so no real fitting there😂 I will get it someday !

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Hi Nancy! Thank you so much - I’m pretty pleased with the fit I managed to get. The low seat adjustment and adding a little bit to the crotch extension was almost magical for me 😂 And they are super simple adjustments! You will definitely get it. And once you nail it for your body, the sky is the limit! 💞

[@cherylsale4873]

Great review. The 3rd pair look great on you. I have the pattern as well and plan to make it...will see how it goes 😊

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Good luck! 💞

[@stillstitchin]

That was very helpful! I’ve purchased the same knit pants for leisure for years, but the seller changed the style, recently. I like their changes in fit, except they are shorter and that is so annoying. When my current pairs wear out, I’ll be on the hunt for a pattern to make my own. Good luck with your trouser journey. 😊-Deborah

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you Deborah! 💞

[@luvmycrafts_Mary]

I loved watching this collab, and how honest you both are!! Thank you so much for explaining those adjustments, now I'm not so afraid to make pants, and will know what to try when I have issues. (so far I've attempted PJ shorts and legging type shorts, now for the stuff I can wear out of the house!) I admire your perseverance with these pants, I would have given up after reading those tiny instructions!!!🤣 In the end they look amazing on you, and I think they look more like what my mom would call "slacks" (so ok to wear to work?) 🥰-Mary

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank goodness for Whitney’s tutorial - she really has a ton of tips and tricks and almost never follows the pattern instructions because she’s so experienced. Once you figure out what your body needs in terms of adjustments, sewing pants really is very easy. After wearing my burgundy pair for a whole day and looking back at the pictures, I really do like them a lot. They do look “dressy” enough for work and are sooooo comfy! I think I might make another pair in navy. 💞

[@ErinSews]

Your commitment to making this pattern work is amazing! I loved hearing about the knock knee adjustment because I’d never heard of that until you mentioned it in one of your Friday sews (I think?) recently. This pattern definitely walks a fine line between yoga pants and dressy pants. I was considering it when you and Carole started talking about the collab, because I have some ponte I’d like to play around with, but after watching both of your videos I don’t think this is the right fit. With my lifestyle (aka not an office job) and most of the tops in my wardrobe it would 100% look like I just had leggings on. A great pair of leggings! But still….leggings, and I’m trying to wear less athleisure 😂 Wonderful, honest review! Thank you!!

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

I’m so glad this was helpful. My last pair feels a lot less like leggings, but I totally see what you mean. I really want to make some “real” trousers at some point and I thought the Uplands were going to be it for me, but those did NOT work out at all so back to the drawing board. Meanwhile though, I have these burgundy ponte pants that are somewhat office appropriate. 💞

[@ErinSews]

Oh definitely! You have such great work appropriate blouses and layering pieces to go with the Parkers that they easily avoid looking like leggings. Plus the color is wonderful!

[@adriennefranklin5986]

Great review Izzy! I'm just about to make my third pair of Parker pants and I'm actually rethinking my size after seeing your video. I don't want leggings but I think I'm making them too big. So I'll have to size down a bit. Also I love your Whistler shirt!

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you so much Adrienne! They definitely are fitted, but I didn’t want negative ease in my final version because I need these to be office appropriate. 💞

[@Dranma51]

I think the third pair looked very nice and professional! They didn’t look like leggings at all. I’m getting ready to start my Largo Cargo pants journey! I hope it goes ok!

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you! I started on my Largo pants last night. I’m really excited to see how they fit and look on me. 💞

[@Dranma51]

@@dizzyquiltsandsews You’re going to share, right? Do you use copy shop printing? I’ve never done that and I really want to. Where do I start?

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

@@Dranma51 I printed the pattern at home. Really not that bad. And I will definitely share how it goes!

[@knottygnome]

thanks for sharing your process! it's always so insightful to see what adjustments people make and how they actually look on a person.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

You are so welcome! 💞

[@Silver_Threads_Sewing]

I think the last pants are awesome on you. I loved seeing how you worked out what adjustments to make. That really helps me so much.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

I'm so glad this was helpful! 💞

[@stephaniecruz8260]

Izzy, your burgundy pair look a lot better. Love that sweater you are wearing, is that the L/N Whistler?❤

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you Stephanie! I agree, the burgundy is good. And yes, it’s a Whistler I made a couple of years ago. 💞

[@donnaschindlbeck7457]

Great job on the pants fitting! I hope to start a pair after the holidays when I have time and patience! I love the top you’re wearing, LN Whistler?

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you Donna! Yes, it’s a LN Whistler. I made it in a crazy soft, snuggly fleece almost 2 years ago now and it still looks brand new. The fabric was a nightmare to sew with and left “fluff” all over my sewing room, but I do love that top. 💞

[@HeartlandKnitsAndSews]

Excellent video. Seeing the fit progression and the actual pattern and adjustments you made to it was really helpful. Thank you.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Glad it was helpful! 💞

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

I loved hearing about the adjustments you made. That low seat adjustment - honestly that would probably solve a lot of my problems - and I'd get over not wanting to make pants. Yours look great. I get that they feel like leggings, but they really do look so cute and with a long top or cardigan they'll be fabulous. xoxox

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you Jen! The low seat adjustment was almost magical for me 😂 I do need to go up to a 3/8” adjustment on those pants the next time I make them because there are still some folds, but I’m pretty pleased with the fit I managed to get. The good news is that I can do that adjustment on almost any pants pattern now. I found that it really doesn’t matter what the pattern is, I need to “scoop” and extend the crotch for them to fit me well enough. Xx 💞

[@deniseemmerson558]

Loved both of your videos and your pants! You have a lot more patience than me look forward to more collabs well done both of you.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thanks so much! Not sure if it’s patience or just stubborness 😂 I do have a pair of pants in the end that I like and can definitely wear out and about so that’s good! 😊

[@marciahighsmith4820]

Thank-you for the great revue of these simple pants. I own the pattern, but I doubt I will make them as it seems too much like leggings.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

You are so welcome! They aren’t as snug as leggings, but they are definitely more figure-hugging than woven pants would be.

[@karolmolpus9536]

Tomkatstitchery sew alongs are great help!!!

[@dianemontavon5670]

I came over from SoCarole's channel. I've subscribed to your channel. I made these pants along with Whitney. I don't like how they fit me. Too form hugging for me. I'm overweight and I don't like it showing every bump and buldge. I love your last two pairs you made. I do wear mine around the house. They are comfy.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Hi Diane and welcome! The pattern has negative ease in it and I’m with you - I don’t like that either. I’m very pleased with my final version though. 💞

[@valeriecorke7973]

I love my Parker Pontes. I used a heavy ponte from Minerva and I think they look quite smart and are super comfortable. Style Arc instructions are sparse but I felt enough information is given for those with some experience. For those with less experience Tom Kat Stitchery sew along would make them a breeze.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Hi Valerie! What I love about Whitney’s sewalongs is that she often deviates from the pattern instructions to make things a little bit easier or better. I really appreciated being able to sew along with her when I made my first version. I really do like the final version and will probably make more because they are so comfortable. I was looking at the Minerva ponte the other day. How is the quality? Does it still look good after a few washes? 💞

[@nancyhilborn885]

Great breakdown oof the fit issues and how they were resolved. I have also experienced a muslin fabric that was not quite the same as my final and the underappreciated impact. The final product turned out just lovely. Pop on a metro blazer and rock it.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you so much Nancy! Oh I think you’ve just inspired me to get more of that ponte and make a Metra with it. How cool would the whole suit look with a simple black or crisp white blouse?! 💞

[@nancyhilborn885]

@@dizzyquiltsandsews perfect way to be business appropriate yet comfortable.

[@sibyllolson3237]

Nice review and the burgundy pants look great on you. I have made Style Arc pants and actually was able to sew them together quite quickly and I’m not a super experienced sewer (sewist). I did have to look up how to do a couple techniques. I do find that basic pants actually sew up very quickly but it’s the fit that derails me almost every time.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Thank you! I agree - the actual sewing of the pants is fairly easy once you’ve done it once or twice. But once I figured out what I needed, the adjustments are quite simple also and I have found that they work on pretty much any pattern. 💞

[@karolmolpus9536]

This is why muslims are important to make. Final pant with heavier ponte fabric is fine.

[@karolmolpus9536]

What size person is Style Arc designed for? Height?

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

I’m not sure, but I didn’t have to remove a lot of length so maybe 5’6”?

[@variniaharris1949]

They look great on you. I don't think they look like leggings.. just a nice pair of casual dress pants

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Oh thank you! I really appreciate that. 😊