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Following the ladies Swim & Surf shorts, the designer wanted a quick refresh of her Jasper Joggers pattern for woven fabrics. I knew these would be great for my boys for the Summer and they looked so versatile so I went for it and here they are, my first but certainly not last pair of Jasper Joggers! PS....read all the way to the end for a chance to win yourself a copy!
Pattern Details
The unisex Jasper Joggers are by Gracious Threads and come in sizes 2-12 (36"-60" height) They are a 25 page PDF file which includes 9 pages of illustrated instructions and 16 layered pattern pages to print. You'll need 1-1.5m of non roll elastic (width varies from 1"-2") and anything from 70cm to 2.10m (3/4 - 2.5 yards) of light to medium weight woven fabric depending on size. There is a faux fly and faux welt pocket instructions included as well as functioning side slant pockets for the front.
My Version
I made the size 2 for my monkey as per his measurements, I made no adjustments whatsoever so they are exactly as per the pattern. They are actually made from a hard wearing medium weight poly cotton mix fabric from an upcycled nurse scrub top which I picked up for 25p at the local carboot sale and around a metre of elastic! They took me around 2 hours to sew from print to finished.
How does it fit?
I love the slim but relaxed fit, the length is good, the waist and front/back rise both sit well and at a good height and the elastics at the ankles aren't tight enough to grip and be uncomfortable. He likes them although wishes they were blue!
Project Cost
Full price pattern - (£5.78) $7.50 - I received the pattern for free in return for testing
Fabric Cost - £0.25 ($0.32) Notions & Thread - £1.50 ($1.95) Total Cost - £7.53 ($9.77) Cost to make each additional with similar style (non upcycled) fabric - £5 ($6.49) The Jasper Joggers are on re-release sale for $6.50 (£5) only until 14th July! 
The Verdict
I'll certainly be making more of these, for both of my boys, I'll also make some without the elasticated ankle cuffs for more formal smart wear. I might even make the back fax welt pockets, real ones on those smarter ones!
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16 Comments
Catherine
7/11/2016 07:54:41 am
So cute! I love this stilts pant x
Lyndsie
7/11/2016 09:21:26 am
These are just so cute. They'll be perfect for my giant toddler
Bex Whittaker
7/11/2016 12:52:04 pm
Oooh these look like fun to try, but I'm petrified of waistbands as a beginner!
Sarah MeMade
7/11/2016 01:04:15 pm
please don't be afraid of them, you just sew a channel and then thread elastic through.
sorahart
7/12/2016 10:34:05 am
So smart to up cycle a top!
Laura
7/12/2016 11:36:03 am
These look great! I'd love to have a go at them! New to sewing, and looking for inspiration x
Sarah Stanford
7/12/2016 11:42:02 am
Good looking pants! The faux welt pockets are a nice detail. I have this designer's Lazy Days knit lounge pants pattern and all 3 of my kids love those.
Jessica Dean
7/12/2016 12:35:52 pm
Those turned out really cute! And I love that you upcycled a scrub top, I never would have thought to do that!
Sharon Archer
7/12/2016 01:43:35 pm
Love the colour you've used!!! 7/12/2016 02:45:52 pm
My boy has a store bought pair so similar! I'd love to make him more, he doesn't like jeans and track suits aren't quite dressed up enough so these would be perfect! X
poppy
7/14/2016 03:29:33 pm
Nice review, thanks
Sumi
7/14/2016 03:34:19 pm
They look fabulous. My son is tall and lanky so I'm always on the lookout for pants that would work for him.
Maria
7/14/2016 03:35:50 pm
Those are adorable!
Rachel Howe
7/14/2016 03:47:13 pm
These look perfect for my skinny son. Leave a Reply. |
AuthorHi! I'm Sarah and I live with my 2 boys and my Husband in East Anglia, UK. I enjoy sewing for my family and it is my aim to have a completely MeMade wardrobe for us all! Archives
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