Chandler Sewalong

Chandler Tester Roundup

Chandler Tester Roundup

The Chandler pants have been by far my most popular pattern! And I honestly couldn't have done it without my incredible group of testers. My testers were so thorough and...
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Darted Front Chandler Sewalong - Part 8 - Finishing Touches

Darted Front Chandler Sewalong - Part 8 - Finishing Touches

Oh. My. Goodness- you are right at the finish line of your Chandler Trousers!  We've only got a few more steps to go. For added strength (and to keep it from peeking...
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Darted Front Chandler Sewalong - Part 7 - Belt Loops

Darted Front Chandler Sewalong - Part 7 - Belt Loops

Now, these belt loops are 100% optional, but honestly, who doesn’t love the option of wearing a belt sometimes? And they only take a few extra moments to put together...
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Darted Front Chandler Sewalong - Part 6 - Attaching Front to Back

Darted Front Chandler Sewalong - Part 6 - Attaching Front to Back

So, this is my favorite favorite part of sewing elastic back pants! I learned this cool trick for hiding your elastic seams a while ago and just HAD to include...
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Darted Front Chandler Sewalong - Part 5 - Back Waistband + Elastic

Darted Front Chandler Sewalong - Part 5 - Back Waistband + Elastic

I always get super excited when sewing trousers to get to the back part of the pants, mainly because I find it sooooo much easier to tackle, especially when there...
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Darted Front Chandler Sewalong - Part 4 - Front Waistband

Darted Front Chandler Sewalong - Part 4 - Front Waistband

Have you got your snack at the ready for today's journey? We are going to tackle the front waistband and finally finish up the front pants. I've got my decaf by...
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Darted Front Chandler Sewalong - Part 3 - Front Pant Assembly (Straight Fly)

Darted Front Chandler Sewalong - Part 3 - Front Pant Assembly (Straight Fly)

Alright, we've accomplished some major things so far including prepping your pants AND attaching your pockets. I hope you tooted your own horn just a bit! Today, we are going...
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Darted Front Chandler Sewalong - Part 2 - Pocket Assembly

Darted Front Chandler Sewalong - Part 2 - Pocket Assembly

Alright, so yesterday we prepped our pants with interfacing and sewed up all of our darts- yay! For today, we are going to focus on assembling our pockets and attaching them to...
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