McCalls 5142 View BFabric:100% Cotton denim from Ralph Lauren (sold out).Prewash: I prewashed the denim 2x in warm water and dried on the cotton setting. Doing this got rid of any progressive shrinkage and excess blue dye.Notions: Gutermann thread, Isacord thread for embroidery
Jean needle, Upholstery needle, 9″ jean zipper, Fusi Knit for the waistband, brass button,muslin for the pocket, topstitching edge foot and 1/4″ topstitching foot.
Alterations: This is a mid-rise jean–it sits at the belly button. I used a size 12 and lengthed the back crotch 3/8″ and took in the waist 1″.Construction Details: The pattern description for view B says it’s a boot cut jean. It’s really a wide leg trouser jean which I was happy with, but if you’re looking for a boot cut–this isn’t it. The instructions are written to give you RTW results. This includes lots of topstitching.
I used an upholstery weight needle for sewing on the belt loops and any other areas that had 3 or more layers of denim.The back pockets were embroidered by Judy Brown.
Email me at HoustonSMF@aol.com for Judy’s contact info. Thanks Judy! You did an awesome job!Conclusion: Wide leg jeans are a fashion trend that’s great for someone with thighs (that would be me). I like this pattern and will definitely make it again!