PDF SEWING PATTERN | Meriam Trousers | Cashmerette
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PDF SEWING PATTERN | Meriam Trousers | Cashmerette
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner (Standard Waistband) / Advanced (Flex Waistband)
Sizes: 0–32
Fit Options: Standard & Full Bum
Language: English
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Meet the Meriam Trousers by Cashmerette: beautifully tailored woven pants designed to combine timeless style with exceptional comfort. Featuring a classic straight-leg silhouette and thoughtful details, these trousers are perfect for creating an elegant everyday wardrobe without sacrificing ease of movement.
What makes the Meriam Trousers truly special is their innovative flex waistband, designed to gently expand by approximately 3–4" (8–10 cm) when sitting down. This clever construction provides additional comfort while maintaining the polished appearance of traditional tailored trousers.
Choose between a standard waistband or the innovative flex waistband, and customize your fit with the included standard or full bum pattern pieces. The full bum option incorporates a 1" (2.5 cm) adjustment for additional room and improved fit through the seat.
With a concealed zip fly, front slash pockets, belt loops and optional back welt pockets, the Meriam Trousers are a versatile addition to your handmade wardrobe. Sew them in classic wool suiting for professional attire, breathable linen for everyday elegance, or a comfortable woven blend for effortless style.
Pattern Features
- Classic straight-leg trouser silhouette
- Two waistband options: standard or flex waistband
- Innovative flex waistband that expands approximately 3–4" (8–10 cm) when sitting
- Standard and full bum fit options
- Full bum pattern piece with a 1" (2.5 cm) adjustment already included
- Traditional zip fly with concealed closure
- Front slash pockets
- Optional back welt pockets
- Belt loops
- Sizes 0–32
- Designed for light- to medium-weight woven fabrics
Pattern Views
View A – Flex Waistband: Features the innovative expandable waistband and back welt pockets for a polished, tailored look with additional comfort.
View B – Standard Waistband: Features a traditional waistband without back pockets, creating a clean and classic trouser style.
Both views include the standard and full bum fit options.
Suggested Fabrics
Lightweight to medium-weight woven fabrics with enough structure for tailored trousers, including:
Pocket & Waistband Lining: Stable, non-stretch woven cotton, such as quilting cotton.
Interfacing: Lightweight to medium-weight woven fusible interfacing.
Fabric Requirements
Main Fabric – 140 cm / 55" Wide:
- Sizes 0–10: 2.3 m / 2 1/2 yd
- Sizes 12–24: 2.6 m / 2 7/8 yd
- Sizes 26–32: 2.9 m / 3 1/4 yd
Main Fabric – 115 cm / 45" Wide:
- Sizes 0–10: 2.5 m / 2 3/4 yd for both views
- Sizes 12–16: View A 3.0 m / 3 1/4 yd; View B 2.8 m / 3 yd
- Sizes 18–24: View A 3.2 m / 3 1/2 yd; View B 2.9 m / 3 1/4 yd
- Sizes 26–32: View A 3.6 m / 4 yd; View B 3.4 m / 3 3/4 yd
Lining Fabric – 140 cm / 55" Wide:
- View A: 0.7 m / 7/8 yd
- View B: 0.4 m / 1/2 yd
Fusible Interfacing – 115 cm / 45" Wide:
- View A, sizes 0–16: 0.4 m / 1/2 yd
- View A, sizes 12–32: 0.5 m / 5/8 yd
- View B, all sizes: 0.3 m / 3/8 yd
Fabric requirements are based on the designer's cutting layouts. Refer to the included instructions for complete yardage information and cutting layouts.
Notions & Supplies
- Coordinating sewing thread
- Universal or Microtex sewing machine needle
- Hand sewing needle
- Pants zipper:
- One 1/2" / 12 mm skirt or trouser hook-and-eye closure
- 1/2" / 12 mm buttons:
- Clear elastic
- 1" / 2.5 cm wide woven non-roll elastic for View A:
- View A: 3.5 yd / 3.2 m of 1 1/2" / 3.8 cm wide unfolded bias tape
- Lightweight to medium-weight woven fusible interfacing
- Zipper foot
- Buttonhole foot
- Tailor's chalk or washable fabric marker
- Tailor's ham or rolled towel
- Buttonhole chisel or precision craft knife
- Point turner
Sizing & Fit
- Sizes 0–32
- Two size ranges included: 0–16 and 12–32
- Standard and full bum fit options
- Full bum pattern piece includes a 1" / 2.5 cm adjustment
- Drafted for a height of 5'6" / 168 cm
- Designed with a 31" / 79 cm inseam, including a 1 1/2" / 3.8 cm hem allowance
- Body measurement charts and finished garment measurements included
- Detailed instructions for choosing the appropriate waistband and hip sizes
Fit Tip: The Meriam Trousers use a specific measuring method to help you select the correct waistband size. Follow the included instructions for measuring your waist while standing or sitting, depending on your chosen waistband style. Making a test garment is recommended before cutting your final fabric.
PDF Pattern Includes
- PDF sewing pattern in sizes 0–32
- Layered PDF files allowing you to print only the sizes you need
- A0 large-format copyshop files:
- Sizes 0–16: 3 pages
- Sizes 12–32: 3 pages
- A4 / US Letter print-at-home files:
- Sizes 0–16: 47 pages
- Sizes 12–32: 61 pages
- 38-page illustrated instruction booklet for sizes 0–16
- 38-page illustrated instruction booklet for sizes 12–32
- Body measurement charts and finished garment measurements
- Detailed fabric requirements and cutting layouts
- Instructions for both waistband variations
- Standard and full bum fit pattern pieces
- Step-by-step sewing and fitting guidance
A0 Printing: The pattern includes 3 A0 pages for each size range. Choose your preferred size range when ordering professional pattern printing from Les Tissées.
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