A little over a month ago, Lisa of Paprika Patterns asked if I would test her new pant pattern. Testing patterns for Sew News over the last 3 years has been a delight and I always enjoy giving a new pattern a try. The pattern is the Amber Trousers, and it offers 2 options, a wide leg pant which I made, or a narrow leg. Both feature a yoke with a soft center front "v"
After I made up the pants, no joke, everywhere I went, I saw someone wearing a version of this pant.
As I said, the pants feature a front and back yoke.
There are front pleats,
Side pockets,
and a side seam zipper.
The pattern calls for an invisible zipper. I didn't have a navy invisible zipper on hand, so I used the metal zipper and made it an accent piece.
The pants are so comfortable to wear.
The pants I'm wearing are from the test version of the pattern. Not bad at all for a test run. The only issue I had with the pattern was the length of the pants. I'm 5'6" tall and there was not enough length in the leg for a hem. No problem, I just made a facing and all was good. If you do make up the pants, just be sure to check the length of the pant leg to be sure that you'll have enough for the length that you desire.
Now for the good news!!!!
Lisa has given me a pattern to give away, YEA!!!
If you would like a chance to win a free pattern and make your own pair of Amber pants...and be in the "in crowd" here in Chicago :), then leave a message on this post. I'll announce the winner on Monday, July 4, 2016.
Good Luck!
Rhonda
Please count me in the drawing for this pattern. Your version looks so comfy and cool to wear--something I NEED in the part of the country. ;)
ReplyDeleteThese Amber wide legs pants from Lisa of Paprika are so versatile and stylish. Love them!
ReplyDeleteCount me in please. I read the pattern description and the designer's post on fitting-these look like something I could actually get to fit well! I like your design features with the zipper and facing.
ReplyDeleteI've never been in the IN crowd but there is always a first time as I love these pants !
ReplyDeleteThanks for a great giveaway !
Wow, those look stunning -- and comfy! Please count me in the draw as well. Lyn
ReplyDeleteI have never been in the "in crowd" in my life, but I've been eyeing off these pants for a while now. I would definitely love to try them out.
ReplyDeleteGreat looking pants. What a wonderful "zipper solution"!
ReplyDeletePlease enter me in this contest. Love these pants.
ReplyDeleteLove your pants. Please enter me into your contest.
ReplyDeleteNew again! I can remember wearing pants and skirts with this dropped yoke in the 80's, maybe the early 90's. Like the zipper solution!
ReplyDeleteYes please. I love the side zipper as I certainly don't need extra bulk at centre front!
ReplyDeleteLove the pants & would love to win the pattern.
ReplyDeletePleats AND pockets? Who could ask for more. Count me in on the drawing, please. Love what you did with the zipper and coordinating lining. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteWould love to wear them
ReplyDeleteOh wow those are GREAT pants, I would love to win the pattern and then once fitted would make up about 6 pairs as I am a bit short in the pants department at the moment.
ReplyDeleteThe Paprika Jasper is one of my favourite patterns so I would love to try this pattern.
ReplyDeleteI'm a mere 4873 miles from Chicago but I'd still like a chance :D
ReplyDeleteCount me in. Great looking pants
ReplyDeleteThose pants look fabulous on you. They are not a style I would typically choose but I would definitely give them a try if I won the pattern.
ReplyDeleteA pair of these pants would look great in Atlanta. Put me in the drawing. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteToo funny. I wore those same pants (but with tapered legs to the ankle) back in the late 1980's. Add me to the drawing please.
ReplyDeletethey do look gorgeous, I might consider them anyway, I feel like I should start sewing pants anyway (severe wardrobe shortage there).
ReplyDeleteWhat a great pattern! Would love to add this pattern to my WIP list, as I'm busy, busy, busy sewing up a complete wardrobe for myself.
ReplyDeleteI'm always looking for a good pants pattern. I'd love to be in the drawing, please. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteYou look smashing! Would love to try it. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteI'd love to start a new "Amber trouser" trend in Rainham, Kent England.
ReplyDeletePrettiest please and thank you if I win :-)
love these pants--just what I'm looking for! I want to know when I can get the pattern.
ReplyDeleteThe pattern is available now. Since it's a PDF pattern, if you don't win, it's just a click away :) Here's a link, https://www.paprikapatterns.com/shop/amber-trousers/
DeleteI'd love to win I've never been in the in crowd, just ask my daughter. I'm also five six but a lot moe meaty than you are!! Pants patterns that fit are hard to come by. Could this be made in a knit?
ReplyDeleteThey could be made in a knit, but I would use a very stable knit so that they wouldn't stretch out.
DeleteThank you I'd love a chance to win!
ReplyDeleteThese look like really fun pants. Count me in...
ReplyDeleteYou make those pants look great, Rhonda. Please enter me in the drawing.
ReplyDeleteYou look fabulous in these pants. What a cool pattern. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteVery nice pants! I love the look of the wide leg version. I've never made pants yet (I'm a newbie) but would love to make this pattern. I think the yoke is flattering.
ReplyDeleteSo pleased to see something other than skinny jeans! I would love to try it!
ReplyDeleteThese look so nice on you. Love a yoke on pants, takes away from the waist and very flattering. Best of luck to all ladies.
ReplyDeleteI'd love an chance to try these. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteLooks great Rhonda. Please enter me in the give away. Happy 4th of July everyone.
ReplyDeleteKathyB
I'm always interested in a great pair of pants. I would like a chance to win this pattern. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteReally cute pant. Would love to win the pattern.
ReplyDeleteRhonda, Love your version of thee pants so much that I would LOVE to sew up a pair of these pants!
ReplyDeleteI would love to win this pattern.
ReplyDeletePlease enter me in the drawing. I would love to make these pants.
ReplyDeleteThese are really nice Rhonda! I love the exposed zip!
ReplyDeleteThe pants look great! Please enter me in the drawing. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteI hope this is not too late!
ReplyDeleteI had a pair of pants like this also a long time ago, the inverted box pleat and yoke is so much more flattering than the usual knife pleats and waistband!
sigh....I forgot to add your version looks great, and I like the polka dots in the waistband
ReplyDeleteLove the 40's look of them!
ReplyDeleteI can see why you love this pattern. Your version is great. Especially the side zip.
ReplyDeleteThanks Maria 😊
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