Plato pant P.2131 | PDF Sewing Pattern

SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate

DESCRIPTION: Loose-fitting Plato tapered side seam pant features a wide elasticated waist and belt tabs to give you the option of wearing a belt. The side seams are gently tapered towards the front at the waist and feature in-seam pockets. The pant hem is darted at the front and back to create a slightly tapered effect at the ankle. The garment on the cover and included in the step-by-step instructions have been made in 100%  linen fabric.

NOTIONS:

✁Matching sewing thread.

✁For heavier fabrics, consider using a lighter-weight fabric for the pocket bag to avoid bulkiness on the waistband – purchase pocketing or cotton poplin 30cm.

✁5cm wide elastic for the waist. *If you cannot purchase 5cm wide elastic, or prefer a narrower width elastic, adjust the waistband pattern accordingly.

✁*Optional loop turner for Belt Tabs.

SEAM ALLOWANCES AND FABRIC EDGE FINISHING: Main seam allowances are 1.2cm and the hem is 3cm. To finish the edges of your fabric you can use an overlocker (3 thread), zig-zag or suggested finishing stitch that is available on your machine.

FABRICS: Summer weights: Light to mid-weight woven fabrics such as cotton, denim,  linen or wool fabrics are suitable for this style of pant. French terry or knitted fabrics for a casual look. Winter weights: Heavier-weight linens, mid-weight Denim, Worsted wool or wool crepe.

ALTERATIONS TO THE PATTERN: This garment can be shortened for a cropped look trousers or shorts. *To make a shorter version, purchase fabric once you have adjusted the length to your personal preference. For the shorter version, check ankle hem width for the calf.

This is a zipped PDF file available in the following printable sizes and formats:

: A4+A0 PDF pattern - SIZE 8 to 16 :

1. A4 Tiled PDF sewing pattern (x32 A4 pages)
2. A0 PDF sewing pattern (x2 A0 pages)
3. A4 Sewing book (x16 pages)

OR

: A4+A0 PDF pattern - SIZE 18 to 26 :

1. A4 Tiled PDF sewing pattern (x39 A4 pages)
2. A0 PDF sewing pattern (x2 A0 pages)
3. A4 Sewing book (x16 pages)

ENHANCING YOUR SEWING SKILLS: This pattern will help you become proficient at sewing elastic, belt tabs and pockets.

TIME TO MAKE: As an estimate, this garment will take you 4-6 hours to make depending on your sewing confidence level. *It is suggested that you make a toile of this pattern in fabric similar to what you have selected to use in the final garment to personalize fit/length and practice sewing techniques.