Last year I made the Porcelynne Nicole pants, and I really like that pattern. I would only need to add a bit of length to the rise and they would be perfect! 

However, as much as I love this pattern I wanted to try a new pattern.

So I decided to try the Cashmerette Calder Pants. I really like Cashmerette patterns because Cashmerette has a size calculator. I find that helpful – it gives me all the sizes I need. Actually adjusting my patterns for a 15″+ size difference is something I don’t like.

However, I really want to be able to make some nice pants for myself. So, I will keep working on this.

Here are my first Calder Pants. Sorry for a not great photo. My husband was away, and this was the best I could get on my own.

Here they are on my dress form Catherine. This is a much better photo. 

I think these look great from the front! Great! Perfect even. But there is a lot of bunching at the back. I need a full bottom adjustment there.

Do you see that lovely flat front? That makes these a beast to get on and off. My next attempt will include adding an invisible zipper to the side – of whatever style I make. I love the look of the flat front rather than full elastic, but I need a little more give over my hips.

Still, these are a pretty positive attempt at the Calder pants.

Happy creating!