When the Rome collection by Closet Case Patterns was released, I immediately scooped up the PDF bundle of the three new designs. I love the relaxed, cool girl vibe of Closet Case and the patterns never disappoint.
My first make from the bundle is the Pietra pants. These pants are high waisted with an elastic back. The front leg is seamed, creating a vertical line. Of course there are pockets! It comes in different lengths and leg widths. I did the tapered leg with the ankle length.
I've had the fabric in my stash for ages and couldn't say where I got it. I do know it's a rayon polyester lycra, one of the best fabrics for slacks in my opinion. The instructions were great, they are well illustrated and thorough. The methid of elastic installation was new to me but went smoothly. I took about 3 inches off the length using the shorten lines on the pattern. My measurements put me in a 16, and that worked great.
The high waisted style is new to me and I may never go back to mid rise styles! The pants stayed right where they needed to, no need to adjust or hike them up during the day. They were perfect for the office and I would like to make another pair in both black and gray.
~Jenny
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