Elevate your handmade wardrobe with this women’s linen trousers pattern, designed for woven linen fabric and featuring a flattering natural waist seam, elegant front pleats, and a polished zipper fly. This free pattern is perfect for beginners and intermediate sewers ready to master tailored trousers.
Why Choose Women’s This Linen Trousers Pattern?
- Natural waist seam for a comfortable, waist-defining fit
- Front pleats and back darts for professional shaping
- Zipper fly with optional front button closure for a polished finish
- Functional side pockets and clean side seams
- No back vent – ensures a smooth back silhouette
- Beginner-friendly detailed instructions for each step
What You’ll Need
- Fabric: Lightweight to medium-weight woven linen
- Notions: 7″–8″ zipper, fusible interfacing, button(s), matching thread
- Tools: Sewing machine, zipper foot, iron, pins, scissors
- Paper Pattern: Download your free linen trousers pattern here
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Sewing Tutorial: Step by Step
1. Create Front Pleats
- Fold and crease along pleat markings, bringing fabric to arrow lines.
- Baste across waistline 1/2″ (1.3 cm) below upper edge to secure pleats. Press flat.
2. Stitch Back Darts
- Sew darts on back pant pieces, starting at waist; backstitch at top.
- Knot thread tails at dart point and press darts toward center back.
3. Install Zipper Fly
- Shorten zipper and mark new stop 1/8″ (3 mm) below seamline; whipstitch and trim.
- Fuse interfacing to fly extensions.
- Sew front center seams from 1″ (2.5 cm) above inseam to circle marking; baste to waist.
- Fold and press fly extensions; sew zipper to right extension 1/8″ from fold.
- Topstitch left extension 1/8″ beside zipper coils; repeat for opposite side.
- Trace fly shield curve, topstitch through all layers, remove basting, and finish shield edges.
4. Sew Side Pockets
- Align pocket facing to slanted front opening; stitch and understitch 1/8″ (3 mm).
- Turn facing inside and topstitch 5/8″ (1.5 cm) from edge.
- Attach pocket lining, finish edges, and baste pocket in place 1/4″ (6 mm).
5. Sew Inseams & Crotch Seam
- Finish inner leg and side seams separately.
- Stitch inseams and press open.
- Sew remaining crotch seam; backstitch ends and topstitch 1/4″ (6 mm) for reinforcement. Serge edges.
6. Stitch Side Seams
- Pin and sew side seams with right sides together. Press allowances open.
7. Attach Waistband
- Fuse interfacing to waistband.
- Fold upper edge in 3/8″ (1 cm) and press; pin waistband to waist, stitch, trim to 1/4″ (6 mm), and press up.
- Fold waistband lengthwise, sew short ends, trim, turn right side out, and press.
- Slipstitch inner edge or topstitch. Add buttonhole(s) and button(s) at markings.
8. Hem Trousers
- Finish raw hem edge, fold up along crease, baste if needed, and stitch or use a blind hem. Press.
Final Thoughts
This women’s linen trousers pattern blends classic tailoring with beginner-friendly techniques. The natural waist, pleats, and zipper fly create a polished look, while functional pockets add practicality. Perfect for elevating your handmade wardrobe.
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