Opal pants & shorts sewing pattern

Opal is a relaxed fit high waist pants set with mix and match options. Pattern includes paperbag or standard elastic waistband, inseam or patch pockets, back pockets, belt loops, an optional belt and multiple lengths.

View A is a pair of tapered leg pants with paper bag waist and belt. View B is a pair of wide leg pants with elastic waist. View C is a pair of shorts with patch pockets and paper bag waist. View D is a pair of knee length shorts with elastic waist and belt.

Skill: 1/5 Beginner

Sizing: 0-20

FABRIC
Bottom weight fabrics with structure or drape, such as linen, tencel, rayon, poplin, viscose, satin, charmeuse, crepe, wool and chambray will work equally well to different effect.

SHOPPING LIST
(1 1⁄4”) 32mm wide elastic
OR (1”) 25mm wide elastic if (1 1⁄4”) 32mm is not available Woven Fabric
Cording (optional)
Lightweight interfacing for pocket opening (optional)