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The Emporia => In the wardrobe => Topic started by: Silver Rose on June 24, 2018, 09:57:37 AM

Title: Striped linen 3/4 length trousers
Post by: Silver Rose on June 24, 2018, 09:57:37 AM
I got a bargain last week in Norwich, 1.2 metres of linen - white with mauve, green and pink stripes, the stripes differing in size so I have cut out the trousers and tacked the darts, I didn't have enough fabric for the inside part of the pocket but after having a rummage through my boxes I found some linen of a similar weight in the same shade of mauve so I've cut them out using that. Got a busy week next week out and about so won't be doing much sewing.Pics to follow. I've found a photo, the other is a remnant I was planning to use in my quilting exploration.
Title: Re: Striped linen 3/4 length trousers
Post by: jen on June 24, 2018, 14:16:22 PM
The linen looks like a really nice unusual colour combo. I’m looking forward to seeing it made up.
Title: Re: Striped linen 3/4 length trousers
Post by: Acorn on June 24, 2018, 16:08:27 PM
Ooh I love that linen!  I saw someone in a linen top with big flowers on it yesterday and wondered where I could get nice patterned linen... now I know...    -<  ;)
Title: Re: Striped linen 3/4 length trousers
Post by: Silver Rose on July 03, 2018, 09:45:08 AM
Making slow progress, I've got to finish off the pockets and add the side fronts then try on for fit and sew leg seams, add the waist facing and it'll be done but I can't sit for long as my back is stiff and painful today.Found a photo of the lilac linen for the pocket which of course won't be visible when the trousers are finished.
Title: Re: Striped linen 3/4 length trousers
Post by: Catllar on July 03, 2018, 19:31:37 PM
Must be a sore back day - mine's been a bit difficult today. had to take painkillers in addition to my apero, plus a lot of time in the pool with the hot jet on my spine.

Loving your fabric.
Title: Re: Striped linen 3/4 length trousers
Post by: Silver Rose on July 04, 2018, 06:51:15 AM
Hope you feel better today @Catllar , I feel a bit easier this morning. Just tried on the tacked trousers and they fit well. Perhaps I will finish them tomorrow.
Title: Re: Striped linen 3/4 length trousers
Post by: Catllar on July 04, 2018, 12:34:11 PM
Glad to hear you're better today SR, great to get a good fit on trousers!  Had to do some tiling today - no hassle getting down but getting up was another matter! We have relaid some of our patio which lifted following the winter frost. I'd rather be sewing!
Title: Re: Striped linen 3/4 length trousers
Post by: Silver Rose on July 11, 2018, 06:52:57 AM
They are finished and I am pleased with the fit, the linen is very soft and comfy to wear. No chance to get a photo yet.