The calendar indicates that Oscar will be a year old in 11 days. So I made him some birthday trousers.
Do you recognize those pockets?
The pattern is the Oliver + S Art Museum trousers. I made them in railroad stripes last month, and that pair ranks as one of my favorite items ever sewn. For real, those pants make me so happy. It’s hard to say just why – the miniature grown-up details, the fit, the fabric – but it might also have something to do with starting to love boy sewing just a little bit. Anyway, another pair was in order.
These are made from Robert Kaufman’s soft, lightweight 21-wale corduroy in tan. I bought mine at Fabric Depot (and it’s all 40% off this week). I’ve sewn with this stuff a lot, and the quality is really nice.
I did the top stitching in orange to spice things up a little, and used Heather Ross’ guitars for the waistband facing and welt pocket lining. It’s pretty much impossible to get a photo inside those tiny welt pockets, and the insides will never be seen, but I can’t help it, I like knowing it’s in there anyway.
If you’ve never made a welt pocket, this is the place to learn. I’ll warn you though – if you’re making these for the first time and you haven’t made the vest, the welt instructions and diagrams are in the vest section, so you have to do a little extra thinking to transfer it all over to the pants. But it’s well worth the effort.
See how happy they make him?
That’s it for now. Next up is a little Halloween sewing. See you tomorrow!
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bravo, superbe!!
Cool pants – like them a lot š
Fabulous pockets and your baby is delicious.
Priceless pictures (and baby)!
I do need to tackle this pattern for my boys – love your corduroy version š
I can see why he is smiling, this pants look so comfortable. I also love tiny details, that is what makes sewing for boys fun.
I have to get this pattern asap š
Gorgeous outfit! I like the legs on these pants, too many of the big pattern companies make the legs too baggy and wide in their patterns
Those pants are amazing! I love all the details on them. Oscar is so adorable…I can’t believe he’s almost one!
Those pants are just perfect! Love the fit and all the details and your fabric choice. Love it all š
super cute! I love the lining and the pattern. I need to get that one. I’m a new pinterest follower… :o) I have a group board called Sewing for Kids… I’d LOVE for you to join. If you follow me back at ntcreations I’ll be able to add you to the board… pop me an e-mail at nap-timecreations@hotmail.com to let me know :o) Emily
super cute!!! I find it takes me more thought to sew for boys because the adorable details are more subtle than on girls clothes… so it is really nice to see what other people come up with! I love the orange thread and the little bit of guitar print on the waistband… thx!
oh these are magnificent! I love all the detail you added to them, the orange topstitching is so perfect. I want these pants. š If only I would look as cute in them. and 1 year???!!! seriously.
gail, these pants are fantastic. i love all of the details. you’re so good at that! they look so soft and perfect on him. and your railroad pants – those were unforgettable. i can see why they’re one of your favorites.
Love the topstitching!
nope, can’t believe he’s almost one. not possible. he’s so cute, though, and corduroy pants on little guys is the best. can’t believe i haven’t sewn with it more often!
love that you used the guitars too. it’s the details that make it special.
Iove these in corduroy! It would be great if I could find decent cord around here, but nope. The stuff at joanns is sad looking. happy birthday to the little man!
He’s such a handsome littla fella! Love the pants…the orange topstitching looks great!
Gorgeous pants and such a cutie. Glad to hear your loving boy sewing, it’s the little details that make it such fun.
These are so lovely! And Oscar looks like he couldn’t be happier about them:) I love the look of that fine wale corduroy – it looks super soft and comfy. And those welt pockets are terrific – so impressive looking!
Dreamy little boy trousers! And I do like to include colourful pocket and waistband linings too, even though they will never be seen…
Gail, everything about these pants is simply amazing! So glad to hear you’re starting to become smitten with boy sewing – you definitely do it justice š Happy birthday, Oscar!
Is he almost 1 yo? Oh my! And lovely pants for the little boy!!
I’ve been a follower of your blog ever since I saw an absolutely adorable bonnet you made and am always in awe of your perfect fabric selections and beautiful sewing. Also you manage to take fantastic photos of mobile kids which also show the clothes-so a general rave really!
Hey, here’s a crazy idea for you. What about making trousers that are lined with flannel for cozy winter pants? I think it would be pretty easy! If you’d be interested in writing a blog tutorial for us in the process, I’d be absolutely delighted. Let me know, ok? I still have some Cape Ann flannel I could send you if you want it.