Ohhh, this looked like so much fun! I loved your heavier weight fabric, but her flows better and I love that color! But those are see through... Your Collab was 😊 fun, and I've discovered a new sewy video creator to watch ✅ Oh, and paper smells, plus harder ash- most likely viscose/linen. Wool smells like hair!
"I could walk away and my pants would stay where I was!" It's 9pm, I'm out in my garden watching this, laughing my head off and neighbours & other half think I'm nuts. I'm so with you on the whole belt loops thing. The trousers (sorry, can't bring myself to call them .....pants.......= knickers if you're a Brit) look amazing. Good trick with the fake fly opening. I've been sewing for over 5 decades now and I can still learn something new. I have to wear a badge when I sew, saying "I sew therefore I swear". If my other half hears a few choice words, he knows to either offer me tea or wine. Can't wait for your next project.
"I hope Michelle is struggling with this as well" oh THANKS! 😂 Your whole project was so much more calm than mine, the absolute difference it makes when you're not using slippy fabric and you own a rotary cutter and your iron works...these are my new sewing goals. EXCELLENT PANTS! I also am just swooshing around the place now, not sure I can ever go back to wearing jeans tbh. I had a feeling you might go with heavier fabric than the recommended, I was too much of a chicken but it's good to see that actually it works totally fine. Linen version here I come!
awesome pants! Well done! Yeah the whole sewing thing is 5% at the machine is so right. But doing the other 95% of the things means the project comes out better! I was so much happier with the outcome of things when I started pressing all my seams and doing the other prep stuff!
Well, I watched both videos and I'm torn. I like your pleats much more and I really like the belt loops a lot. I like Michelle's slash pockets and her attempt at French seams. I really like a finished seam, especially on loosely woven fabric. I think I ultimately liked yours a little bit better, but it was a close call.
Secret pants!!!!! I’ve somehow landed here because I think my phone heard me cursing at the pants I’ve been attempting to draft and sew for holiday gifts this year, and also I follow Rachael Maksy and Bernadette Banner. I’m new to your channel and I’m already a subscriber. I came for the secret pants and I stayed for your sense of humor.
Love this. You did very well! Grown up clothes are so hard. (I stopped making my kids things when they started having darts in the patterns. Lol) Quick question for anyone: when did pattern weights become a thing? I was taught to pin the pattern to the fabric way in Home Ec back in 1981 so weights confuse me.
I’ve had the same pattern weights since the late 70’s. Don’t know the answer to the question tho. I imagine as long as sewist have been making clothes even with their own created patterns before the paper patterns came out
I get SO LAZY about pinning so I just use weights. It's definitely less accurate but nothing I'm doing requires such exact measurements that a little cutting slip will be noticable. Maybe when I start making more tailored stuff...??
@@rosemariepagano5340 Everyone I watch make something these days uses weights, stones, etc to hold down the pattern onto the fabric. I was taught to pin it.
I just made these pants, and they're so great! I'm very much a beginner, so I'm so happy that they've turned out looking as good as they do. I just need to fix the zipper because it was my first one, and it wasn't too great.
The pattern is such a good base for high-waisted pants, too! By taking in the sides and adjusting the pleats, I can get different styles and silhouettes pretty easily. And they make great elastic-waist pants, too
“This fabric unravels faster than the end of a Stephen King novel” made me laugh all the way out loud. Duuuuude those are so cool!!! I keep hearing people talk about this pattern. I just downloaded another Helen’s Closet pattern (Cameron - the button up shirt because I like punishing myself). Also, that is a legitimately good tip for waist measuring, and something I will start doing. Most of the pants and skirts I’ve done have been elastic waist all the way around, but I really wanna try my hand at a fixed waistband. Anyway these look so good and cool! Way to go!! ULTIMATE PANTS REDEMPTION.
COOL Lahts! Wow they look fantastic Katie! Good for you. I really love the pattern and would consider making them knee length as a skirt for myself. I also grew up in the olden times when pinning meant using real pins. I do like the new fangled weights and the creative things sewists use like rocks and metal washers. Nice job! You are inspiring Katie and funny too.
Came over from Michelle's video, and there is definitely a similar vibe, which is fun. Both of your pants are freaking fabulous, so the winner is clearly Helen from Helen's Closet. I have made a couple of pairs of Winslow Culottes myself, but you can never have enough. Congratulations on 1,000 subs! That's a huge milestone. I'll add myself to that count now! 😁
Ok, so here’s the verdict: 2 pet cameos vs 1 Dave cameo, soft sunset footage vs rough English windy weather, happy dances vs dripping sweat… I can’t really make one of you the winner. 😂
This was great, thank you, Katie! One question--would this pattern work with sheets and how big of a sheet would I need? I'm doing like Michelle right now and trying to do math and failing!
The hook and eye is too much work! Just sew a decorative button there going through all layers. I want to try these! Especially in a light weight summer fabric. Thanks for sharing this pattern!
“This fabric unravels faster than the end of a Stephen King novel” made me laugh all the way out loud. Duuuuude those are so cool!!! I keep hearing people talk about this pattern. I just downloaded another Helen’s Closet pattern (Cameron - the button up shirt because I like punishing myself). Also, that is a legitimately good tip for waist measuring, and something I will start doing. Most of the pants and skirts I’ve done have been elastic waist all the way around, but I really wanna try my hand at a fixed waistband. Anyway these look so good and cool! Way to go!! ULTIMATE PANTS REDEMPTION.
For more pants fun, go watch Michelle's video here. th-cam.com/video/1JV2wFXYxjI/w-d-xo.html then come back and vote for your favorite!
Ohhh, this looked like so much fun! I loved your heavier weight fabric, but her flows better and I love that color! But those are see through...
Your Collab was 😊 fun, and I've discovered a new sewy video creator to watch ✅
Oh, and paper smells, plus harder ash- most likely viscose/linen. Wool smells like hair!
"I could walk away and my pants would stay where I was!" It's 9pm, I'm out in my garden watching this, laughing my head off and neighbours & other half think I'm nuts. I'm so with you on the whole belt loops thing. The trousers (sorry, can't bring myself to call them .....pants.......= knickers if you're a Brit) look amazing. Good trick with the fake fly opening. I've been sewing for over 5 decades now and I can still learn something new. I have to wear a badge when I sew, saying "I sew therefore I swear". If my other half hears a few choice words, he knows to either offer me tea or wine. Can't wait for your next project.
"I hope Michelle is struggling with this as well" oh THANKS! 😂
Your whole project was so much more calm than mine, the absolute difference it makes when you're not using slippy fabric and you own a rotary cutter and your iron works...these are my new sewing goals. EXCELLENT PANTS! I also am just swooshing around the place now, not sure I can ever go back to wearing jeans tbh.
I had a feeling you might go with heavier fabric than the recommended, I was too much of a chicken but it's good to see that actually it works totally fine. Linen version here I come!
What does it say about me that I didn't read any of the fabric recommendations and just did what I wanted? 🤫
But these MUST be made in linen!
I'm loving "I make my own rules" @14:17...and it works!!!
awesome pants! Well done! Yeah the whole sewing thing is 5% at the machine is so right. But doing the other 95% of the things means the project comes out better! I was so much happier with the outcome of things when I started pressing all my seams and doing the other prep stuff!
The pants with your new loafers are everything ♥️
Love these pants. They look like a skirt. Secret pants!
As @rachelmaksy says "SECRET PANTS!"
wow they look so comfortable 😍
I bought that exact pattern and mustard yellow linen a year ago and never finished it. this is a sign ✨
FINISH THEM! Mustard yellow linen I'd almost a requirement for this pattern.
Fantastic! They look really good and I’m with you on the belt loops, the pocket tapes are a great idea x
Love your pants definitely the winner 🏆
Well, I watched both videos and I'm torn. I like your pleats much more and I really like the belt loops a lot. I like Michelle's slash pockets and her attempt at French seams. I really like a finished seam, especially on loosely woven fabric. I think I ultimately liked yours a little bit better, but it was a close call.
Secret pants! They look great!
Thank you!! They were so fun to make!
Secret pants!!!!!
I’ve somehow landed here because I think my phone heard me cursing at the pants I’ve been attempting to draft and sew for holiday gifts this year, and also I follow Rachael Maksy and Bernadette Banner. I’m new to your channel and I’m already a subscriber. I came for the secret pants and I stayed for your sense of humor.
Well done!! Secret pants!!!
I think both of you won with these wide legged pants!
Completely agree! Anything that ends in wearable pants is a total win!
Love this. You did very well! Grown up clothes are so hard. (I stopped making my kids things when they started having darts in the patterns. Lol)
Quick question for anyone: when did pattern weights become a thing? I was taught to pin the pattern to the fabric way in Home Ec back in 1981 so weights confuse me.
Weights? Say what?!
I’ve had the same pattern weights since the late 70’s. Don’t know the answer to the question tho. I imagine as long as sewist have been making clothes even with their own created patterns before the paper patterns came out
it just won’t destroy your printed paper patterns as much. but there probably no official rules to what to hold your pattern in place with. :)
I get SO LAZY about pinning so I just use weights. It's definitely less accurate but nothing I'm doing requires such exact measurements that a little cutting slip will be noticable. Maybe when I start making more tailored stuff...??
@@rosemariepagano5340 Everyone I watch make something these days uses weights, stones, etc to hold down the pattern onto the fabric. I was taught to pin it.
I just made these pants, and they're so great! I'm very much a beginner, so I'm so happy that they've turned out looking as good as they do. I just need to fix the zipper because it was my first one, and it wasn't too great.
The pattern is such a good base for high-waisted pants, too! By taking in the sides and adjusting the pleats, I can get different styles and silhouettes pretty easily. And they make great elastic-waist pants, too
“This fabric unravels faster than the end of a Stephen King novel” made me laugh all the way out loud.
Duuuuude those are so cool!!! I keep hearing people talk about this pattern. I just downloaded another Helen’s Closet pattern (Cameron - the button up shirt because I like punishing myself). Also, that is a legitimately good tip for waist measuring, and something I will start doing. Most of the pants and skirts I’ve done have been elastic waist all the way around, but I really wanna try my hand at a fixed waistband.
Anyway these look so good and cool! Way to go!! ULTIMATE PANTS REDEMPTION.
Make. Them. Immediately! 1000000/10 will make again
COOL Lahts! Wow they look fantastic Katie! Good for you. I really love the pattern and would consider making them knee length as a skirt for myself. I also grew up in the olden times when pinning meant using real pins. I do like the new fangled weights and the creative things sewists use like rocks and metal washers. Nice job! You are inspiring Katie and funny too.
My lazy genes kick in when it comes to pinning so weighing it down just feels so much faster. More accurate...no. but definitely faster. 🤣
well done. Just love watching you, you make me smile a lot. Cheers Mary
Thank you for the sweet message!!
Came over from Michelle's video, and there is definitely a similar vibe, which is fun. Both of your pants are freaking fabulous, so the winner is clearly Helen from Helen's Closet. I have made a couple of pairs of Winslow Culottes myself, but you can never have enough. Congratulations on 1,000 subs! That's a huge milestone. I'll add myself to that count now! 😁
Welcome to the club! I agree, the pattern is the ultimate winner. It makes even poor sewists like me look like we have talent
I have wanted to make those pants and have the pattern printed out. Great job.
Do it!! It's a surprisingly easy pattern to follow. I've already made a second pair of long-uns and will probably make shorties later.
New subscriber here. I like your style. These pants look very good on you!
Ok, so here’s the verdict: 2 pet cameos vs 1 Dave cameo, soft sunset footage vs rough English windy weather, happy dances vs dripping sweat… I can’t really make one of you the winner. 😂
Fence sitting...I like it!!
Cashmerette recommends taking your waist and hip measurements while sitting to account for comfort.
And at the end of the day when you've had plenty of time to eat carbs and drink fun things!
@@KatieMakesStuff yes! Just like trying on shoes 😁
This was great, thank you, Katie! One question--would this pattern work with sheets and how big of a sheet would I need? I'm doing like Michelle right now and trying to do math and failing!
I made a second pair out of a sheet that was queen sized and it worked perfectly. Good luck!!
I am a happier me watching you be you...new sub! You just rock hon! 66/f/quilter your new fan
Oh man...just wait til I put out my poor attempts at making a quilt. You'll be running for the hills!
The hook and eye is too much work! Just sew a decorative button there going through all layers. I want to try these! Especially in a light weight summer fabric. Thanks for sharing this pattern!
Girl, you are speaking my lazy language!! I've since made a pair from a bedsheet and I'm never taking them off. It's like being in bed all day!
It’s a pants off tie.
“This fabric unravels faster than the end of a Stephen King novel” made me laugh all the way out loud.
Duuuuude those are so cool!!! I keep hearing people talk about this pattern. I just downloaded another Helen’s Closet pattern (Cameron - the button up shirt because I like punishing myself). Also, that is a legitimately good tip for waist measuring, and something I will start doing. Most of the pants and skirts I’ve done have been elastic waist all the way around, but I really wanna try my hand at a fixed waistband.
Anyway these look so good and cool! Way to go!! ULTIMATE PANTS REDEMPTION.