Winnie Trousers Pattern

Winnie is the trouser pattern your wardrobe’s been waiting for. With a modern barrel leg shape, high waistline, and no-fuss elasticated waistband, Winnie is perfect for beginners and beyond looking for a simple, satisfying sewing project. Throw in handy pockets and you’ve got a wardrobe staple you’ll wear on repeat.

• Soft, barrel leg trouser with forward side seam
• Comfy flat-fronted elasticated waistband (no fiddly fastenings!)
• Ankle-skimming hem
• Optional pockets in two styles: Curved opening at the front and/or large rectangular patch pockets at the back

Pattern: 1051

Sizes: US 2-30

Skill Level: Confident beginners

Notions: Thread, 1 1/2in wide elastic – see below for length, 1/4 in iron-on interfacing (similar weight to your fabric, sewing machine and basic tools 

Suggested Fabrics:  Medium-weight, soft woven fabrics such as cotton twill, chambray, washed linen and linen-viscose/rayon blends, double gauze, needlecord.

Fabric Requirements: 

140CM (56IN) WIDE

All versions:

• sizes 1-6 2.1m (2 3/8yd)
• sizes 7-11 2.4m (3 5/8yd)
• sizes 12-15:
  • without pockets 2.6m (2 7/8yd)
  • with pockets 2.9m (3 1/4yd)

115CM (45IN) WIDE

All versions:

• sizes 1-4 2.3m (2 1/2yd)
• sizes 5-9:
  • without pockets 2.4m (2 5/8yd)
  • with pockets 3m (3 1/4yd)
• sizes 10-12:
  • without pockets 2.8m (3 1/8yd)
  • with pockets 3.2m (3 1/2yd)
• sizes 13-15 wider fabric is needed for these sizes

All sizes need 1 yd of elastic (see photo for exact measurements).

SIZES (BODY MEASUREMENTS)