Activewear leggings don’t have to be black or gray anymore unless you want them to be. Learn to sew stretchy, exercise-ready tights that fit great and are fun to wear. You’ll look forward to every workout.
The Sloan Leggings by Hey June combine comfort with function. The pattern includes cutting lines for three-quarter- or full-length leggings and a shaped waistband for comfort. Curved leg panels make it easy to color-block your garment. The design is versatile; you can choose to add a media pocket in the waistband, too. The leggings come in sizes XS to 2XL. Spandex-blend knits with at least 50-percent stretch are recommended.
Fehr Trade, an activewear pattern company, released a top-notch sewing pattern for bike shorts or capri-length leggings. The leggings were designed by Melissa Fehr, an internationally recognized athlete who knows what competitive runners and cyclists look for in shorts or leggings. Recommended for intermediate sewers, the three versions include side pockets for storing a phone, keys, money, etc. There is an optional padding piece for a cycling-short version. The pattern specifically uses a high-waist elastic band for optimal comfort. Available in sizes XXS to XL, the downloadable pattern requires that you use spandex-blend jersey fabric with good recovery.
Simplicity 8561 includes a multitude of design options. One version offers a flattering rear curved seam and side pockets built in. Another is capri length, with twisted tabs near the shins and with side pockets, too. There is a stirrup style without side pockets. Finally, you'll find a classic three-quarter-length legging without side pockets. Panel seams on each view encourage color- and print-blocking for a custom look. The pattern comes in sizes XS to XL and plus sizes 1X to 5X. Recommended fabrics are activewear knits and spandex blends.
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As fun as leggings may be,I want to find patterns of things I cannot buy===like a simple trench coat. I have made fake fur capes,and jeans from Burda patterns,and i WANT to make things I can;t afford to buy--like a simple trench coat. I can always buy leggings; I cannot go out and buy an affordable trench coat in my budget. --or well tailored trousers. Things like that, that would cost me a fortune if I do not make it. Please put things like that in Threads magazine.
As fun as leggings may be,I want to find patterns of things I cannot buy===like a simple trench coat. I have made fake fur capes,and jeans from Burda patterns,and i WANT to make things I can;t afford to buy--like a simple trench coat. I can always buy leggings; I cannot go out and buy an affordable trench coat in my budget. --or well tailored trousers. Things like that, that would cost me a fortune if I do not make it. Please put things like that in Threads magazine.