#philippapants

Crazy how a minor alteration can make a big difference! I made these #philippapants (hacked into jeans, but essentially the same pattern) and the denim I used stretched out quite a bit over time. I would have to spritz the jeans with water and then throw them in the dryer after every wear. By the middle of the day they would be baggy again. So I decided to take in at the crotch and thigh area 1/2”. While I was at it, I let out the calf area as much as I could so the seam from calf to hem was only about 1/4”. Scroll through to see the alteration I made marked on the pattern pieces (the black lines are the stitching lines). The last photo shows how they fit before (although it may be hard to see much of a difference). The fit is great now! I wouldn’t do this on my canvas pants, however. Keep in mind denim tends to give a bit more over time while in my experience, canvas does not (and also shrinks more with every wash as well). • Fabric: Japanese stonewash selvedge denim from @fashion_fabrics_club (purchased last year). Buttons/rivets/thread from @citronjeans (Etsy shop). ✨ #annaallenpatterns #selvedgejeans #heritagejeans #heritagedenim #sewingjeans #sewingpants #sewingpatterns #sewingyourownclothes #handmade #memade #indiepatterns #indiepatterndesigner #sewcialists #sewfancypants #patternalterations #fittingpants #pdfpattern https://www.instagram.com/p/B6Qxi3HFAiS/?igshid=fxlfmlx4pkn0

Basic uniform these days include a pair of #philippapants and a cozy sweater or cardigan. Do you have a uniform to fall back on when you don’t really know what to wear? To be honest, all I really want to wear everyday are a pair of classic pants/jeans and a tee. Anything else is optional depending largely on the weather and if I feel like accessorizing. I also don’t feel guilty if my entire outfit isn’t #memade ❤️ P.S. Excuse the messy background. 🙈 https://www.instagram.com/p/B6JXBGDAkrm/?igshid=1qngj1umgmfav

Staying cozy in my quilted jacket and wool turtleneck. 🧡💙 #philippapants #josephcheaney #selvedgedenim #selvedgejeans #sewing #sewingjeans #annaallenclothing #quiltedjacket #linen #sewingpatterns #pdfsewing #pdfsewingpatterns #indiesewing #indiesewingpattern #sewistsofinstagram #sewensemble #winterwardrobe #handmade #handmadewardrobe #makersofinstagram https://www.instagram.com/p/B5LULoYAwhg/?igshid=1qw3tgxi5a3hf

Had to take a quick photo to share before going on a winter morning walk. I’m so happy I made this quilted jacket and wear it almost every time I go out. Also wearing a pair of #philippapants in a light wash selvedge denim. ❄️ https://www.instagram.com/p/B5Ip6g0g6b0/?igshid=qqczdw5v3cd4

What I wore today: • #philippapants made from Japanese #selvedgedenim • cotton @babaa cardigan (still figuring out how to style this) • My sturdy @blundstone boots https://www.instagram.com/p/B5Dn6Z2gr64/?igshid=cd8k6yysmgax

My most worn pair of #philippapants which look even better as they age. I think selvedge denim really suits this pattern. Not only because of the straight side seams, but because denim breaks in so beautifully over time and stretch out just enough to be extra comfy. I find my canvas pair tends to shrink a bit every time I wash it, so my next canvas pair I plan to add an inch or so to the leg width (primarily around the calf line). I know the #persephonepants are my most popular style, but I admit I find myself wearing these tapered pants a lot more! https://www.instagram.com/p/B5DnffJgzxj/?igshid=1k0tzrkkocxcm

I love old sewing books, sometimes even more than the updated versions. I got this used copy of "Grading Techniques for Modern Design" by Jeanne Price and Bernard Zamkoff years ago and find it really helpful to understand how a pattern “grows.” There are illustrations in the book showing how the pattern is divided for grading (swipe to see photo). It really helps my visual brain to understand the process better. I find myself continuing to reference this book every time I grade a new pattern, even now that I grade my patterns digitally.  Definitely check it out if you can get your hands on a copy. ❤️ P.S. Swipe to the last photo to see my silly (adorable) cat ruin the shot because he wanted me to feed him (how rude)! 🤣 • Wearing my #philippapants in faded #selvedgedenim (with added jean pockets/back yoke). • #annaallenpatterns #pdfpattern #sewingpatterns #gradingpatterns #sewingtips #sewingbooks #vintagesewingbook #patterngrading #handmadecloset #handmadeclothes #sewingpatterns #sewingproject #sewingskills #sewistsofinstagram #makersofinstagram #sewersofinstagram #sewcialist #makersgonnamake #handmadewardrobe #pdfpatterns #draftingpatterns #indiesewingpattern #indiepatterndesigner #indiepattern https://www.instagram.com/p/B4lPoJBAr4b/?igshid=1u7jrktmri3wg

My new studio is coming together! It’s a lot smaller than my last space, but I honestly don’t mind. I’m so happy we decided to remove the stain on the wood floors. It feels so much brighter! I also painted the walls and ceilings white (Behr white). I still need to figure out some proper lighting in my room (no ceiling light). But for now this is fine. I just can’t work late. 😉 I’m also feeling very ‘90s in this outfit! Wearing my trusty #philippapants and a men’s rollneck sweater. https://www.instagram.com/p/B2zSZB3AsN2/?igshid=qxdz8emd8s4y