Sewing your own pants or trousers can be so liberating, especially if you have curves! Finding ready-to-wear pants that actually fit is so challenging, which is why we’ve designed every single one of our pants patterns (12 and counting!) to have a fantastic fit for curves, with features like multiple bum fit options and flex waistbands!
Here’s our guide to all of the pants and shorts sewing patterns from Cashmerette. Scoot down to the table at the bottom of the post for a detailed comparison and more info on sizing and where you can find each pattern to purchase.
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- Traditional woven trousers sewing patterns
- Trendy woven pants sewing patterns
- Jeans sewing patterns
- Knit pants sewing patterns
- Pajama pants sewing patterns
- Compare all 12 pants sewing patterns
Are we missing any pants styles you’d love to see? Let us know in the comments!
Traditional woven trousers & pants sewing patterns
Everett Pants & Shorts
Effortless style meets everyday comfort with the Everett Pants & Shorts! The Everett are chic, woven pull-on pants with an ultra-comfortable elasticated waistband and two bum fit options, plus optional belt and belt loops for an elevated look. With roomy front slash pockets and back patch pockets to store all your essentials, you’ll be reaching for the Everett every day of the week!
Magna Pants
The Magna Pants from “Ahead of the Curve” are high waisted, woven, slim leg pants, with a side invisible zip (optional, depending on your waist/hip ratio) and a narrow elasticated back waistband. They’re easy and breezy to sew and wear and are sure to be a wardrobe staple.
Meriam Trousers
Meet the Meriam Trousers: woven pants you’ll actually enjoy wearing! Classic trousers can be pretty uncomfortable if your waist spreads when you sit down—and whose doesn’t? But thanks to an innovative flex waistband, the Meriam Trousers keep you comfortable while standing or sitting, without compromising on style and sophistication!
The Meriam has the classic details you love in a trouser: a zip fly with a hidden closure, front slash pockets, straight legs, and optional back welt pockets. But best of all, you’ll get a fabulously comfortable fit with a flex waistband that gently expands by 3-4″ as you sit down, plus the option of a full bum adjustment piece, already done for you.
Trendy pants sewing patterns
Calder Pants & Shorts
Elevate your look with the Cashmerette Calder Pants & Shorts, a pants pattern designed for curves! These wide-legged woven trousers feature a flat front, elasticated back waistband, faced in-seam pockets, and three length options: mid-calf, full, and shorts. Getting a great fit is essential when it comes to pants, and we’ve got you covered with two pelvis options: a dartless “apple” fit, and a darted back “pear” fit for amazing bum shaping. The Calder is sure to have you loving wearing pants again!
Esmond Pants
Let’s get to work with the Esmond Pants! This cargo pants sewing pattern features a relaxed style with straight legs, front fly with an asymmetrical snap closure, two bum fit options, and a partially elasticated back waistband for the ultimate curve-friendly fit.
Top it off with roomy front pockets and four other pocket styles to pick from, as well as trendy drawstring or elasticated cuffs, plus an optional D-ring detail to take your Esmond’s utilitarian vibe to the next level. Whether you’re working in the garden or relaxing in style, the Esmond Pants are ready to work for you.
Vinton Pants
The Vinton Pants are your new go-to for effortless, relaxed style with a modern twist! These pants feature an on-trend subtle barrel-shaped leg for a perfect balance of comfortable ease and structure, and the front flap pockets with decorative snaps add a touch of utilitarian charm.
The Vinton Pants are finished with a waistband facing, fly front and topstitching, and have a slightly elasticated back waist and two bum fit options so you’ll be comfortable no matter what your day holds. Paired with a wool sweater or simple t-shirt and your favorite sneakers, it’s easy to put together a polish look with your Vintons.
Jeans sewing patterns
Ames Jeans
Make a date with denim in the classic and versatile Cashmerette Ames Jeans: stretch jeans exclusively designed for curves.
When it comes to jeans, perfect fit is a must. Get the look you love by customizing your pattern using our interchangeable “apple” and “pear” pelvis pieces, and skinny and straight leg options.
These 5-pocket wardrobe essentials are the real deal, with features like rivets, belt loops and a fly front. And hold the style together with a high rise, and a pocket stay for secret smooth shaping.
Creston Jeans
Non-stretch jeans that are actually comfortable? Your denim dreams have come true! The Creston Jeans are high rise straight leg woven jeans designed for curves with our popular flex waistband that expands as you sit, or choose the standard waistband for a classic fit.
Featuring front slash pockets and essential denim details like a front fly, back yoke, back patch pockets, and topstitching and hardware throughout, the Creston will have you falling in love with denim all over again.
Knit pants & shorts sewing patterns
Ardley Pants
The Ardley Pants from “Sewing the Curve” are super-comfortable, elasticated-waist, straight-leg pants with two views: View A has handy diagonal slash pockets and a fun drawstring, while View B is super simple—a great option if this is the first pair of pants you’ve ever sewn.
The Ardleys can be transformed depending on what type of fabric you use to make them. For chic athleisure-style elevated track pants, use View A with a fabric such as rayon ponte, and pair with a cropped sweater or even a linen shirt. Or make View B from a soft bamboo jersey and you’ve got amazing pajama pants! Want a pair of shorts instead? No problem! Just cut the pattern pieces shorter and follow the same instructions.
Ashwood Pants
We’ve taken the comfort of leggings and added a pinch of polish, and voila! The Ashwood Pants are elegant ponte pants with stylish princess seams and optional front slits, and of course, pockets. The Ashwood is fitted through the waist and hips and flares below the knees, with a yoga-style waistband for the ultimate in waist comfort. A super-speedy sew, you’ll be ready to hit the town in your secret pajamas in no time.
Belmont Leggings & Yoga Pants
Performance meets style with the Cashmerette Belmont Leggings & Yoga Pants! Whether you want simple leggings to pair with tunics or dresses, or athletic wear for hitting the gym we’ve got you, and your curves, covered.
View A is the ultimate wardrobe essential, a pair of full-length leggings with a clean hidden elastic finish. Salute the sun in View B, a classic pair of yoga pants featuring a capri length hem and foldover waistband, which can be worn up or down. Designed with comfortable, ultra-high rises and optional flexible gussets, the Belmont Leggings & Yoga Pants keep you moving all day long.
Pajama pants sewing patterns
Fiske Pajama Pants & Shorts
At last—classic woven pajamas that actually fit curves! The Fiske Pajamas include a button-up top and nightshirt with a bust-friendly design, and bottoms with an elasticated waist for all night (and all day!) comfort. Customize your pajamas and nightshirt with multiple sleeve and hem lengths, as well as optional cuffs, pockets, and side stripes. Top them off with decorative piping for the ultimate pajamas you’ll never want to take off.
Cashmerette Pants Comparison Chart
| Style | Full bum option? | Waistband style | Pocket types | Size range | Formats available | Type of pattern | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ames | Stretch jeans | Yes | Standard | Front slash pockets, back patch pockets | 12-32 | Print & PDF | Collection (available to all) |
| Ardley | Pull-on knit pants | No | Fully elasticated | Front slash pockets | 12-32 | Print (with printed book), PDF (with printed book and ebook) | In “Sewing the Curve” |
| Ashwood | Ponte pants | No | Fully elasticated | Front slash pockets | 0-32 | Club exclusive | |
| Belmont | Leggings & yoga pants | No | Two styles, fully elasticated | None | 12-32 | Print & PDF | Collection (available to all) |
| Calder | Pull-on wide leg trousers | Yes | Flat front, elasticated back | Inseam pockets | 12-32 | Collection (available to all) | |
| Creston | Straight leg non-stretch jeans | Yes | Standard & flex waistband | Front slash pockets, back patch pockets | 0-32 | Club exclusive | |
| Esmond | Cargo pants | Yes | Flat front, elasticated back | 5 pocket styles | 0-32 | Club exclusive | |
| Everett | Pull-on woven pants | Yes | Fully elasticated | Front slash pockets, back patch pockets | 0-32 | Collection (available to all) | |
| Fiske | Woven pajama pants | No | Fully elasticated | Inseam pockets | 0-32 | Collection (available to all) | |
| Magna | Pull-on narrow leg trousers | No | Flat front, elasticated back | None | 12-32 | Print (with printed book), PDF (with printed book and ebook) | In “Ahead of the Curve” |
| Meriam | Classic woven trousers | Yes | Standard & flex waistband | Front slash pockets, back welt pockets | 0-32 | Print & PDF | Collection (available to all) |
| Vinton | Barrel-leg woven pants | Yes | Flat front, elasticated back | Front slash pockets, back patch pockets | 0-32 | Club exclusive |
What other styles of pants would you like to see? Let us know in the comments below!
Since Magna pants and the joggeers I have not been aable to conquer the wedge in the back . i discovered I have a low but and need scooping more horizontally . i am still trying …
While doing my daughter’s Wyman sloper the Cashmerette team suggested I do a full bum adjustment without the vertical space. She has a full bum but it is not projected. This might be what you also need.
I have never seen this fitting option anywhere else and I’ve done a lot of fitting classes.
Thank you this article was extremely helpful
You’re welcome!
Hi, I love the Calder pants, however, have lost weight, so the sizes are too big for me. Is there any chance that you will extend the size range or release something similar in smaller size range?
We don’t have any imminent plans, but check out the Winslow Culottes from Helen’s Closet which are a similar style and go down to smaller sizes.
Thanks Jenny. Love your inspitational approach.
Thank you for such a detailed summary of your pant patterns. It is very helpful to see all the pants with their features listed together. Much appreciated!
Hello, I would like to make some corduroy or needlecord trousers. Which patterns would be suitable please?
I have ordered both your books, and could buy a pattern.
Many thanks
The Meriam or Vintons would be great!
Thank you Jenny!