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Today I’m honored to be a stop on the Peek-A-Boo Pattern Summer Tour.
I made the Pier 49 Convertible Pants as part of Bean’s Stars & Stripes outfit for July 4th.
The pattern was easy to print and easy to follow. You could whip up a pair of these in not a lot of time. I decided to go subtle with the contrasting pockets by just turning the direction of the stripes, and then I added some extra detailing by adding a contrasting lining (not part of the pattern), making the back buttons functional, and using the contrasting fabric on the underside of the pocket flaps.
I think the lining will also add wear to the pants, because it reinforces the knee area, and with boys, reinforced clothing is always a good idea. To add the lining, I simply cut out the bottom of the pants legs again in my lining fabric. Then I sewed these pieces into legs.
The fit is great; I made Bean a size 3, even though he’s normally in size 2. I made them big on purpose because the pants are convertible so they can get more wear – as long shorts now, as pants in the fall/winter, and again as shorter shorts next year. Hooray for lots of use out of one project!
Back view:
Bean loves them, and he felt so special that I was sewing for him and that he got to be the photo shoot subject.
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I love the pier 49 pants that you made. I might just have to give those a go for my little guy!!
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Oh my gosh, you’ve made such a cute pair of pants with the extra touches. Super cute.
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These are awesome! I love that they go to size 8. I may have to set them while they are on sale!
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I love these Pier 49 convertible pants! I think I may actually buy them while they’re on sale since I NEVER win giveaways
I also love all the swimsuit patterns, and there are some super-cute shorts patterns.
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My favorite pattern is the Pier 49 pants! I’d love to make some for my boys!
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Your Little Man is so Cute! I enjoy every pattern and repurposed clothing remake you have posted. Thanks for the smile today!
Thank you (again!!!) for this giveaway!!! I win and I’m so happy as if I won the lottery! Bisous
Oh wow! I love the Sweetheart Halter top. So cute! And your pants are great. I love your fabric choices.
awesome…………..!I loved the pants,and the color combination.
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Very cute!! And what a cute little model too!