Pietra Pants & Shorts Pattern
Fabric and Supplies
SUGGESTED FABRIC
This pattern can be made with a variety of fabrics depending on the desired effect. For a more defined shape, use structured wovens such as linen, chambray, or lightweight denim or twill (heavyweight wovens may create too much volume at the elastic waist). For a swishy, glamorous look, use rayon challis, tencel, or silk.
YARDAGE REQUIREMENTS (45"/1.14M FABRIC)
View A - Full length pants
Sizes 0-20: 0-14 = 3.25yd / 3m, 16-20 = 3.5yd / 3.2m
Sizes 14-32: 14-22 = 3.5yd / 3.2m, 24-32 = 4yd / 3.7m
View A - Cropped pants
Sizes 0-20: 0-14 = 3yd / 2.75m, 16-20 = 3.25yd / 3m
Sizes 14-32: 14-22 = 3.25yd / 3m, 24-32 = 3.75yd / 3.5m
View B
Sizes 0-20: 0-8 = 2.5yd / 2.25m, 10-14 = 2.5yd / 2.25m, 16-20 = 3yd/2.75m
Sizes 14-32: 14-22 = 3.25yd / 3m, 24-32 = 3.5yd / 3.2m
View C
Sizes 0-20: 0-8 = 1.5yd / 1.4m, 10-20 = 1.75yd / 1.6m
Sizes 14-32: 14-22 = 1.5yd / 1.4m, 24-32 = 1.75yd / 1.6m
YARDAGE REQUIREMENTS (58"/1.5M FABRIC)
View A - Full length pants
Sizes 0-20: 0-14 = 2.5yd / 2.25m, 16-20 = 2.75 yd / 2.5m
Sizes 14-32: 14-22 = 3yd / 2.75m, 24-32 = 3.25yd / 3m
View A - Cropped pants
Sizes 0-20: 0-14 = 2.25yd / 2m, 16-20 = 2.5 yd / 2.25m
Sizes 14-32: 14-22 = 2.75yd 2.6m, 24-32 = 3yd / 2.75m
View B
Sizes 0-20: 0-8 = 2yd / 1.85m, 10-20 = 2.25yd / 2m
Sizes 14-32: 14-22 = 2.5yd / 2.25m, 24-32 = 2.75yd / 2.6m
View C
Sizes 0-20: All sizes = 1.25yd / 1.15m
Sizes 14-32: 14-22 = 1.5yd / 1.4m, 24-32 = 1.75yd / 1.6m
ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES
- 2” (50mm) wide elastic, knit or woven (1 yd / .9m)
- Lightweight non-stretch fusible interfacing (.25 yd / .25m)
- Polyester thread
- Marking tool
Details
Sewing level: Advanced beginner
Sizes: 0 - 20 and 14-32 (see our sizing chart here)
Finished measurements: Sizes 0-20 here and Sizes 14-32 here.
Instructions: English & French (French instructions available as PDF only)
Print at Home File (Letter & A4):
Sizes 0-20: View A - 35 pages, View B - 31 pages, View C - 20 pages, sizes are layered.
Sizes 14-32: View A - 42 pages, View B - 36 pages, View C - 24 pages, sizes are layered.
Copy Shop (36" x 48" / A0):
Sizes 0-20: View A - 2 pages, View B - 2 pages, View C - 1 page, sizes are layered.
Sizes 14-32: View A - 3 pages, View B - 2 pages, View C - 1.5 pages, sizes are layered.
Helpful Resources
Customer Reviews
I liked the pockets but not the elastic in the back. If I make it again I'd put in darts and a zip
I’ve made the wide leg shorts and the culottes. Both are awesome. Being short and short waisted, I made very small changes. Once you line up the pieces, which are easy following the excellent directions, they magically come together perfectly.
I think I need a third pair. Thinking wide leg trousers for autumn.
I loved this pattern! Very easy to follow (I have been sewing under a year) and came together very quickly. I used a medium weight linen and I'm in love! The shorts fit me well and I feel great in them. I already have a pile of linen laid out for more in a few different colors. Thanks so much for this lovely pattern!
The pants are very comfortable and I like wearing them. I made culottes version from tencel and it fits well. The only change I made was to reduce my waist height by a few inches. The instructions was very clear and sewing was fun. I would definitely do another, probably the short version of Pietra pants.
I love every closet core pattern I’ve tried!
These trousers fit perfectly and are so comfortable. The pattern instructions are very easy to follow
I’ve made 2 pairs already with another 3 planned.
Having made these pants in linen can confirm the pattern was well written and made well
