Opal pants & shorts pattern

$32.00 AUD

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Opal is a relaxed fit high waist pants set with mix and match options. Pattern includes paperbag or standard elastic waistband, inseam or patch pockets, back pockets, belt loops, an optional belt and multiple lengths. 

View A is a pair of tapered leg pants with paper bag waist and belt. View B is a pair of wide leg pants with elastic waist. View C is a pair of shorts with patch pockets and paper bag waist. View D is a pair of knee length shorts with elastic waist and belt.

Skill: 1/5

Sizing: 0-20 (each pattern includes all sizes). See our sizing chart here.

Looking for sizes 14-30? Click here.

Printed pattern details

Your roomy and beautiful pattern envelope includes the full-size pattern on high-quality tissue paper and an instruction booklet with detailed instructions to guide you through constructing your garment.

PDF pattern details

After purchase, your patterns will be available immediately in your online account, and via a unique URL emailed to you. Ensure that you save your pattern to your computer before printing to save it for future use. PDF patterns cannot be opened on phones or tablets. 

Your 0-20 Layered PDF pattern purchase includes the following files:

  • Digital Instruction Booklet US letter size / 11 pages
  • Digital Instruction Booklet A4 size / 11 pages
  • Print at Home Pattern US letter size / 59 pages
  • Print at Home Pattern A4 size / 59 pages
  • US Copy shop 36x48" / 3 pages
  • A0 Copy Shop Pattern / 3 pages

Please note that not all files need to be printed, only the ones that correspond to your chosen printing method and pattern variation.

Resources

  • Need help sewing Opal? Visit the comprehensive Opal Sewalong on our blog where we guide you through the entire process of sewing your dress or top with our detailed tutorials.
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    Customer Reviews

    Customer Reviews

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    Jane K.
    Pants look great!

    Made the wide leg version in cotton gauze for my very tall daughter. Instructions are very clear and easy to follow. Looking forward to making a pair for myself.

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    @jenniferjillhandmade
    Excellent pattern

    This was a fabulous pattern. Easy to follow, and it fits me perfectly. Made the paper bag waist shorts. Will make many more.

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    Georgiane Bishop
    Opal Pants and Shorts

    I just finished the Opal pants pattern and am really happy with it. I have a hard time finding pants/slacks that fit my petite frame but these sure do! I made them out of rayon batik and they are just what I wanted. Thanks for the great pattern!

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    Robin Dusek
    Love this pattern - and easy for a beginner

    I’ve only made a few garments (I just started seeing 3 months ago). This has been, by far, my most successful sew. I didn’t make any mistakes (yay me! But also the directions were clear enough for me to follow). I did kinda size down (chose the smaller size between two) and it was the right choice. I used linen and it looks great. I’m making a second pair using a vintage polyester suit fabric and extending the paper bag waist to be more prominent. So far so good!

    M
    Maisa Chiang
    straightforward pattern

    Easy to sew, cute pants/shorts.

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    Based on 30 reviews
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    Jane K.
    Pants look great!

    Made the wide leg version in cotton gauze for my very tall daughter. Instructions are very clear and easy to follow. Looking forward to making a pair for myself.

    @
    @jenniferjillhandmade
    Excellent pattern

    This was a fabulous pattern. Easy to follow, and it fits me perfectly. Made the paper bag waist shorts. Will make many more.

    G
    Georgiane Bishop
    Opal Pants and Shorts

    I just finished the Opal pants pattern and am really happy with it. I have a hard time finding pants/slacks that fit my petite frame but these sure do! I made them out of rayon batik and they are just what I wanted. Thanks for the great pattern!

    R
    Robin Dusek
    Love this pattern - and easy for a beginner

    I’ve only made a few garments (I just started seeing 3 months ago). This has been, by far, my most successful sew. I didn’t make any mistakes (yay me! But also the directions were clear enough for me to follow). I did kinda size down (chose the smaller size between two) and it was the right choice. I used linen and it looks great. I’m making a second pair using a vintage polyester suit fabric and extending the paper bag waist to be more prominent. So far so good!

    M
    Maisa Chiang
    straightforward pattern

    Easy to sew, cute pants/shorts.

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