ZW Block Pant - PDF Pattern
Please note: This PDF sewing pattern uses zero waste pattern cutting and comprises of instructions to draw shapes directly onto your fabric. With the exception of some small templates, there are no large pattern pieces to print out and tape together.
This pattern comes in 10 sizes, an XS-6XL (hip 86-152cm / 34"-60"), with all sizes included in the pattern. Each size has a separate cutting plan booklet with detailed measurements and templates.
*This pattern is for personal use and non-profit use only.
- The Method
- Size Chart
- Description
- Fabric + Notions
- Helpful Links + Tutorials
Zero waste pattern cutting is a bit like a puzzle. It is a method of pattern drafting where you utilise a length of fabric end to end by strategically planning your pattern pieces so that everything is used. This pattern is ‘PAPERLESS’ meaning that no printing of large pattern pieces is required. Instead of using full scale paper patterns, you draw your pattern pieces directly onto your fabric with the aid of a cutting plan and small templates. We love working with this method for 3 reasons:
1. More flexibility
This method allows for easy changes such as using different fabric widths and making simple fit and design changes yourself. Using patterns that fit into a zero waste square or rectangular block is a very efficient way to work. It means that it is easier to patchwork together remnants or use left over fabrics you already have lying around.
2. An easy way to learn to self draft your own patterns
Working this way will help you to start building a toolbox of skills, and you will learn an alternative method of self drafting your own sewing patterns, which are super easy for beginners to understand.
3. Less fabric and paper waste!
Comes with 10 size options:
XS: waist 60-65cm / 24-26", hip 86-91cm / 34-36"
S: waist 65-70cm / 26-28", hip 91-96cm / 36-38"
M: waist 70-75cm / 28-30", hip 96-101cm / 38-40"
L: waist 75-80cm / 30-32", hip 101-106cm / 40-42"
XL: waist 80-85cm / 32-34", hip 106-112cm / 42-44"
2XL: waist 86-94cm / 34-37", hip 112-120cm / 44-47"
3XL: waist 94-102cm / 37-40", hip 120-128cm / 47-50"
4XL: waist 102-110cm / 40-43", hip 128-136cm / 50-53"
5XL: waist 110-118cm / 43-46", hip 136-144cm / 53-56"
6XL: waist 118-126cm / 46-49", hip 144-152cm / 56-60"
Sewing Level: Advanced beginner
This is a zero waste pattern which comes in 10 sizes, XS-6XL. It has an attached waistband with inserted elastic and front pleats for a slightly tailored look. There is a feature seam line on the back legs, this placement is higher or lower on the leg depending on your chosen size. The side seams sit slightly into the front pant and there are concealed in-seam pockets at the front and patch pockets at the back. This pattern comes with one hack, a skirt with patch pockets and an elasticated waist.
Recommended Tools
Sewing machine, Iron, Chalk or dissolvable pen, Scissors, Measuring tape, Pins, Long straight ruler or right angle ruler to assist in cutting.
Cm / Inches
PDF Pattern/Instruction Booklet: Includes measurements in both centimetres (cm) and inches ("). Booklet/Templates are printable on both A4 or US Letter Paper size. You only need to print the CUTTING PLAN booklet in your size, which is a 7-8 page document.
Recommended Widths: 140cm - 155cm / 55" - 61"
Yardage requirements depends on your chosen size, refer to chart shown in images for more.
Fabric Type
Woven fabrics. Medium-heavy weight woven cotton and linen. Light -mid weight wool.
Notions
-5cm / 2” wide elastic for the waistband. Refer to cutting plan by size for measurement.
-3cm / 1.2” wide contrast bias binding strip to finish the inside of the waistband. Refer to cutting plan by size for measurement.
-Sizes 3XL-6XL may require an additional contrast panel added to your pocket bag pieces for extra length. This will depend on the fabric width you have chosen.
The Method
Zero waste pattern cutting is a bit like a puzzle. It is a method of pattern drafting where you utilise a length of fabric end to end by strategically planning your pattern pieces so that everything is used. This pattern is ‘PAPERLESS’ meaning that no printing of large pattern pieces is required. Instead of using full scale paper patterns, you draw your pattern pieces directly onto your fabric with the aid of a cutting plan and small templates. We love working with this method for 3 reasons:
1. More flexibility
This method allows for easy changes such as using different fabric widths and making simple fit and design changes yourself. Using patterns that fit into a zero waste square or rectangular block is a very efficient way to work. It means that it is easier to patchwork together remnants or use left over fabrics you already have lying around.
2. An easy way to learn to self draft your own patterns
Working this way will help you to start building a toolbox of skills, and you will learn an alternative method of self drafting your own sewing patterns, which are super easy for beginners to understand.
3. Less fabric and paper waste!
Size Chart
Comes with 10 size options:
XS: waist 60-65cm / 24-26", hip 86-91cm / 34-36"
S: waist 65-70cm / 26-28", hip 91-96cm / 36-38"
M: waist 70-75cm / 28-30", hip 96-101cm / 38-40"
L: waist 75-80cm / 30-32", hip 101-106cm / 40-42"
XL: waist 80-85cm / 32-34", hip 106-112cm / 42-44"
2XL: waist 86-94cm / 34-37", hip 112-120cm / 44-47"
3XL: waist 94-102cm / 37-40", hip 120-128cm / 47-50"
4XL: waist 102-110cm / 40-43", hip 128-136cm / 50-53"
5XL: waist 110-118cm / 43-46", hip 136-144cm / 53-56"
6XL: waist 118-126cm / 46-49", hip 144-152cm / 56-60"
Description
Sewing Level: Advanced beginner
This is a zero waste pattern which comes in 10 sizes, XS-6XL. It has an attached waistband with inserted elastic and front pleats for a slightly tailored look. There is a feature seam line on the back legs, this placement is higher or lower on the leg depending on your chosen size. The side seams sit slightly into the front pant and there are concealed in-seam pockets at the front and patch pockets at the back. This pattern comes with one hack, a skirt with patch pockets and an elasticated waist.
Recommended Tools
Sewing machine, Iron, Chalk or dissolvable pen, Scissors, Measuring tape, Pins, Long straight ruler or right angle ruler to assist in cutting.
Cm / Inches
PDF Pattern/Instruction Booklet: Includes measurements in both centimetres (cm) and inches ("). Booklet/Templates are printable on both A4 or US Letter Paper size. You only need to print the CUTTING PLAN booklet in your size, which is a 7-8 page document.
Fabric + Notions
Recommended Widths: 140cm - 155cm / 55" - 61"
Yardage requirements depends on your chosen size, refer to chart shown in images for more.
Fabric Type
Woven fabrics. Medium-heavy weight woven cotton and linen. Light -mid weight wool.
Notions
-5cm / 2” wide elastic for the waistband. Refer to cutting plan by size for measurement.
-3cm / 1.2” wide contrast bias binding strip to finish the inside of the waistband. Refer to cutting plan by size for measurement.
-Sizes 3XL-6XL may require an additional contrast panel added to your pocket bag pieces for extra length. This will depend on the fabric width you have chosen.
Helpful Links + Tutorials