The Linda Pants – Free Adaptive Sewing Pattern

Who doesn’t want a comfy pair of pants for the workplace? With Mood’s latest, The Linda Pants, you’ll find a tapered, breathable pair of trousers ideal for the transition from working from home to working at an office. I designed this pattern to specifically cater to the adaptive needs of those with endometriosis. The elasticized waist makes for a comfortable wear, and a much easier sew. Plus, it has a little extra room in the front to accommodate for endo belly. You can easily whip up this pattern on a good day, and rock them on a flare day! While this pattern is adaptive, anyone can rock these pants for an ultra-cozy, ultra-chic alternative to traditional trousers!

Purchase Materials Used Below:

• 2-3 yards Grasmere Bright Gold Medium Weight Linen Woven
• 1-2 yards White Knitted Elastic Trimming – 0.75″
• MDF294 – The Linda Pants Sewing Pattern (free download below!)

Alternative Recommended Fabrics:

• Linen
• Suiting
• Sateen

Here are some ways you can change and adapt this pattern to your own needs:

• Open the side seams about 5″ and add snaps or Velcro.
• Adjust the rise, or seat, of the pants pattern so it is lower in the front and higher in the back. This adaptation is particularly useful for anyone in a wheelchair.

Step 1

Print, tape, and cut out pattern.

Step 2

Pin pattern pieces to fabric and cut out.

Step 3

Notch all your notches that are indicated on your pattern pieces.

Step 4

Pin center front together and stitch.

Step 5

Pin and sew the center back seam.

Step 6

Pin and sew pockets on the side seam.

Step 7

Clip the top corner of the pocket and clip ½’’ at the bottom where the end of the pocket is.

Step 8

Press pocket flat and pin in place. Top stitch around the opening, removing pins while you sew.

Step 9

Pin the back of the pocket and sew the top and bottom shut.

Step 10

Fold the waistband ½,’’ then 1 ½’’.  Pin and stitch around the waistband, leaving an opening for the elastic to thread through.

Step 11

Thread the elastic through, stitch elastic together, then stitch the waistband shut.

Step 12

Fold the hem of the pants ¼’’, then 1’’ and topstitch.

Step 13

Press pants and wear them out on the town!