For "sew what you need June" another pair of pull-on cotton pants was on top of the list. And out-of-print (OOP) Butterick 6717 is my current go-to pants pattern.
These are super comfortable and there are no dislikes with this well-drafted pattern. I did leave off the side pockets since I usually carry a bag. And I shortened the length three inches, I should have left half inch to give an inch hem. These have a half inch top-stitched hem. The left leg is shortened an additional half inch to address one leg being shorter than the other. Otherwise there were no other adjustments.
The fabric is a navy cotton sateen that has been in the stash for years. It was pre-treated with a tumble in the washing machine and dryer followed by a steam pressing.
Project details
Seams: 2.6--2.8 straight stitch
Seam finish: Serged
Fabric: 2.1 metres
Elastic: 0.7 metres
Pattern: OOP Butterick 6717
Additional Tools & Supplies: Cutting table, pins, pin cushion, clapper (used a weight), spring-hinge fabric scissors, Janome sewing machine, walking foot, blind hem foot, Janome serger, threads, screwdriver, thread clippers, safety pin and a few breaks.
Happy Sewing!
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