Folkwear #229 - Sailor Pants - Unisex Sewing Pattern

Folkwear #229 Sailor Pants - Sewing Pattern
Men or Women Sizes 30 - 42 (waist)

These Sailor Pants originate from the style worn by WWII Navy seamen.  This style and design have been worn as part of the Navy uniform, or "Crackerjack" uniform, for many decades; and the nautical style influenced fashion for more than half a century.  All the details of this pants design reflect the practical sensibilities of a uniform combined with a casual sophistication that remains timeless.

• High waist
• Bell bottom
• Distinctive buttoned front flap closure
• lace-up back eyelet gusset
• Back welt pocket
• Inner leg godet
• Small, hidden coin pocket is tucked neatly in front waistband seam

Suggested fabrics:  Medium to heavy weight woven fabrics such as wool melton, denim, twill, cotton duck, linen, flannel, light to medium weight canvas.  For lining, a lighter weight fabric can be used: poplin, broadcloth, silk habotai, muslin.