Pattern Description:
Pullovers have wide double waistband. View A has wide three-quarter length dolman sleeves, kangaroo pocket, and hood.
Pattern Sizing:
xs-xl
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Yes
Were the instructions easy to follow?
I glanced at them, they looked very simple. Didn't really use them.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
I love this pattern.
Fabric Used:
Cotton Interlock
Pattern Alterations or any design changes you made:
I think I could have easily gone down a size. I made the medium and
it's a little more roomy than I thought it would be but I really,
REALLY like it.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
I normally don't wear hoodies/pullovers like this, but I LOVE this one.
I doubt if I would sew it again, but I do recommend it if you like this
style.
Here is a back view
Conclusion:
Great pattern for a really casual look.
OMG! When I first started sewing I ALWAYS said, I would NEVER sew jeans. I SOOOOOOOOOO take that back. I LOVE this pattern! I now know why EVERYBODY raves about it! Add me to that number!!! I am SO pleased with my very first pair of jeans!!
Pattern Description:
Low rise stretch jeans with slim fit through the hips and thigh and a
flared leg, back and side front pockets, zip fly with button closure.
Pattern Sizing:
2T-22 I made size X
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Yes!
Were the instructions easy to follow?
This was my first time working with this pattern company so I followed
the directions to the "T". They were SUPERB! I didn't follow them for
the zipper insertion, I used Sandra Betzina's method. It works for me
lol.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
I LOVE how close this pattern is to RTW Jeans!!
Fabric Used:
Stretch Denim from Fabric.com
Pattern Alterations or any design changes you made:
None
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
ANYTIME I want a pair of jeans, I will make these! I see what all the
rave was about. I actually can't WAIT to make them again! LOL
Conclusion:
SUPERB PATTERN!!
Here are some additional pics....
I found this really cute button at Michael's.
I had a pair of my jeans right next to me and did the stitching exactly like those jeans lol.
I didn't have any plain fabric for the pockets, so I used some leftover seersucker. Still did a great job, no additional bulk.
Instead of doing double topstitching on the inside leg, I did it JUST like the jeans I had next to me lol.
I'm SO proud ya'll lol.
I couldn't decide on a pocket design, so I just left it plain lol.
The only thing I REALLY didn't like was the color topstitch thread I used. I thought it was "too gold" for the color denim I used. I've already ordered what I will use next time.
Instead of using denim thread in the bobbin, I just used regular thread. I read a LOT of horror stories about folks machine messing up lol. Learn from the mistakes of others right? LOL
Ok, that's all I have. Just LOVIN my jeans!!!
Toodles!
HOLY CR@P. You made those? I thought when I first saw the picture that you were wearing store-bought pants. Those are totally awesome! They look like they fit you really well too. Way to go.
Posted by: Claire | August 19, 2009 at 08:40 PM
You did such a good job on those jeans and the top goes nice with it...
Posted by: opal215 | August 19, 2009 at 08:45 PM
Beautiful jeans BUT it's the top that really impresses me. Looks like high end loungewear (the top)...great color choice...stylish and comfy
Posted by: MrsSaditty | August 19, 2009 at 08:55 PM
A+. Me thinks you did good
Posted by: Virginia J | August 19, 2009 at 09:36 PM
Nice pairing of the top with the jeans. The thread works well with the top pictured.
Posted by: Sew-Ann | August 19, 2009 at 09:40 PM
Those jeans are soooo cute! Fab job! I could see myself in that hoodie (in about 3 or 4 different colors) too! :)
Posted by: Fly Honey | August 19, 2009 at 09:42 PM
The jeans look incredible! Can't believe it's your first pair. I've got to get that pattern. LOL
Posted by: Tee | August 19, 2009 at 09:54 PM
I am in awe of your sewing skills. That outfit is great, but the jeans kill me. It also never occurred to me that they were not just what you were wearing with the top you made!
Posted by: jillian | August 19, 2009 at 10:05 PM
Hi Adrienne,
Your jeans are incredibe! How long have you been sewing??
Thank you for visiting my blog!!
Posted by: Deanna | August 19, 2009 at 10:05 PM
Ahhh! Girl! Ballin' jeans!
Posted by: Dei | August 19, 2009 at 10:11 PM
You go Girl!! Great job, with a nice fit.
Posted by: Jackie O | August 19, 2009 at 10:17 PM
WOW!!! Sorry, but I'm finna copy, I want the whole outfit. You look great!
Posted by: narcissaqtpie | August 20, 2009 at 02:26 AM
Wow. Well work it out then. You should be proud you did a wonderful job. I would be cheesing for months. Go head with your bad self.
Posted by: urbanknitrix | August 20, 2009 at 06:33 AM
Great job as usual!!!!!!! So where do I sign up for lessons?? lol
Posted by: Pam W | August 20, 2009 at 07:26 AM
Aww, Adrienne, you're so cute! Love the jeans and hoodie on you, you did a fabulous job! I'm going to add you to my reader right now so I can keep up with your projects! Thanks for saying hi on sewtakeahike!
Posted by: Penny | August 20, 2009 at 07:37 AM
Beautiful job on the jeans! The detailing is fabulous! If I could do that, you couldn't tell me nothin!
Posted by: NC Peach | August 20, 2009 at 07:41 AM
The jeans are awesome, I'm like you I never thought I'd bother making jeans, but I am inspired! You're looking very trim by the way too!
Posted by: allisonc | August 20, 2009 at 07:54 AM
Awesome jeans! I may have to break down and try that pattern. I haven't seen anyone's come out badly!
Posted by: Jenny | August 20, 2009 at 07:57 AM
Great job on the top and the jeans. I am so loving your outfit!!
Posted by: Joyce in NC | August 20, 2009 at 08:01 AM
You should be proud:) You did a great job on both pieces. Summer is agreeing with you, great tan:)
Posted by: Tracy | August 20, 2009 at 08:41 AM
These are great! I'm one of those that say I will NEVER sew jeans... hahaha.. maybe one day I can join your ranks!
Posted by: Angela | August 20, 2009 at 09:03 AM
I love this outfit. Your jeans look great!
Posted by: Jillian | August 20, 2009 at 09:14 AM
Those jeans are fabulous!! You should be proud of yourself.
Posted by: gold | August 20, 2009 at 09:33 AM
Now I have to find a way to get my hands on that pattern. We don't have many stores in NYC that sell patterns and definitely not Jalie patterns. I keep checking to see if sewingpatterns.com has it but so far no luck. I might have to just bite the bullet and order it from the company.
Posted by: Lashell | August 20, 2009 at 09:46 AM
OMG! I'm so jealous! This is very nicely done! I want this KS pattern so bad! I was planning on making it for Xmas for family. I have the Jalie jeans pattern but haven't made it yet. Very nice!
Can't wait to see your cardigan!
Posted by: Christy Alex | August 20, 2009 at 11:22 AM
Cute outfit. I agree about the top looking like high-end loungewear. I like the color too.
Posted by: shai | August 20, 2009 at 12:15 PM
Adrienne, thank you for introducing me to Jalie 2908. Those jeans look so nice on you. I went over to PR and read other reviews as well.
Posted by: may | August 20, 2009 at 12:32 PM
So super duper cute, I can't stand it, don't tell anyone but I've never made jeans, I might just have to give it a try, yours look great.
Posted by: Tanya | August 20, 2009 at 01:37 PM
I thought those were ready to wear jeans you are the bomb seriously. They look great and I love your top, that will come in handy for football season, putting that in my mental catalog LOL!
Posted by: Neecha | August 20, 2009 at 04:41 PM
I cannot believe you made jeans. You're like Super Woman!
Posted by: Cheryl | August 20, 2009 at 05:01 PM
You are now in competition with Patrice for best topstitcher! We may have to have a stitch-off! The hoodie is off the chain. I need one in every color! *pulling out a Pantone color guide*
Posted by: Toni | August 20, 2009 at 06:24 PM
I'm hatin' on your fabulous hair *and* jeans. Hmph.
Posted by: Dee | August 20, 2009 at 06:56 PM
I love love the jeans...OMG can't say this enough!!!!Girl this is on point
Posted by: Candice | August 20, 2009 at 07:38 PM
Holy cannoli, I'm beyond impressed with the jeans. It would never have occurred to me to sew something like that, scares the heck out of me just thinking about it!! Way to go!
Posted by: Tiffany | August 20, 2009 at 08:23 PM
Wow, I love the whole outfit! Those jeans really came out great. Almost makes me get over my fear of making a pair....but not quite.
Posted by: Jayme | August 20, 2009 at 08:44 PM
Wow, the jeans look fantastic! The top too! Great job.
Posted by: kimt | August 21, 2009 at 11:15 AM
My My, I love your jeans, and the top, what a great job you did. Did you say your first pair????? What an awesome job. I bought the pattern in June, I guess I have to try it out too, I hope it fits me like yours. It looks so fabulous on you....way to go girl
Posted by: Aminat | August 21, 2009 at 12:54 PM
I LOVE your jeans!!! I keep saying I won't make jeans but then I read another review of the Jalie pattern. I know I will eventually try to make them.
Posted by: Rachel | August 21, 2009 at 02:53 PM
Very nice job!!!
Posted by: lynda | August 21, 2009 at 07:10 PM
Wonderful outfit. Girl, you are rocking those jeans. Nice job on both garments.
Posted by: Brenda | August 21, 2009 at 11:51 PM
LOVE the jeans - you did such a great job - makes me want to try!!! (I really don't like jean shopping...)
Marybeth
http://puppydogtails-marybeth.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Marybeth | August 22, 2009 at 04:14 PM
Great outfit, and I just LOVE those jeans!!!
Posted by: Gorgeous Things | August 23, 2009 at 09:11 AM
FABULOUS (but you already know that, LOL!!)
Posted by: Tany | August 23, 2009 at 07:03 PM
Once again, you knocked this set out of the ballpark. Now, I have to check out the Kwik Sew (I actually already have the Jalie pattern -- I'm just too lazy to trace it).
Posted by: Christy Soberanis | August 24, 2009 at 08:40 AM
those are incredible! I would be so proud of myself too!!! Maybe one day I'll work up the nerve...
Greattttttttt Job!
I love your blog.
Barbara
Posted by: Barbara | August 25, 2009 at 10:06 AM
Girl you did the dam thing!!! These jeans are the bomb!!!! The pullover is nice too..just what I need for my son's football games..NICE JOB!!
Posted by: Shawn | August 25, 2009 at 02:31 PM
I am kinda' speechless!! You made a pair of jeans?? JEANS?! You are good! Everything looks great and great on you!
Posted by: Judy | August 25, 2009 at 06:42 PM
The countenance is the portrait of the mind,the eyes are its informers.
Posted by: air jordan shoes | November 10, 2010 at 12:46 AM
Oh, my! I love the work you've done and the fit of the jeans! I might give it a try...a little intimidated though.
Posted by: Iryna Boehland | August 18, 2012 at 01:02 PM