These me-made sweatpants from 2024 made it to the mending pile because I wanted to replace the cuffs. There was no ribbing in the stash when I made Vogue 8909 back then and I thought that I could get away with cutting the cuff pattern pieces in the fashion fabric. It was a mistake. One that was evident during the construction process. And it didn't feel right when I wore these otherwise very comfortable pants.
First I had to cut off the cuff at the stitching line. There was no way I was going to even attempt to remove a knit stitch by hand. I'm at the stage of life that I am losing height so I don't think I will miss that 5/8" allowance from the leg length.
Ah, that feels better.
Elbows up and keep sewing.
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