Make a date with denim in the classic and versatile Cashmerette Ames Jeans, stretch jeans exclusively designed for curves. When it comes to jeans, perfect fit is a must. Get the look you love by customizing your pattern using our interchangeable “apple” and “pear” pelvis pieces, and skinny and straight leg options. These 5-pocket wardrobe essentials are the real deal, with features like rivets, belt loops and a fly front. And hold the style together with a high rise, and a pocket stay for secret smooth shaping.
This Cashmerette pattern includes:
- Two pelvis shape options, for “apple” or “pear” figures (see the instructions for how to choose your shape)
- Two leg options: skinny or straight
- A sizing calculator which will tell you exactly which size to make (go to Cashmerette.com/sizing)
- A beautifully illustrated and detailed instruction booklet, to help you no matter your sewing level
- Support from our online community and the designer herself (see the instructions for details).
- An online workshop, “Jeans Making for Curves”, which is available to purchase separately to accompany this pattern at Cashmerette.com
SEWING LEVEL: Intermediate
SIZING: 12 to 28 with interchangeable pelvis (apple or pear fit) and leg (skinny or straight) pieces – 32 – 48” waist and 42 – 58” hip. Find your size in seconds using our size calculator at Cashmerette.com/sizing
RECOMMENDED FABRIC: Main: 9.5 - 12 oz stretch denim with at least 2% lycra and 10-15% crosswise stretch. Lining: non-stretch cotton. Interfacing: knit (stretch) or woven fusible, depending on preference for stretch in waistband.
NOTIONS: Denim / jeans needle, topstitching needle (optional), regular thread, topstitching thread, 7"" (18 cm) metal jeans zipper, 1 jeans button, 8 jeans rivets (optional).
TOOLS:Point turner, hammer, awl (or nail), anvil (or other hard metal surface).
