Cashmerette Ames Jeans

Make a date with denim in the classic and versatile Cashmerette Ames Jeans: stretch jeans exclusively designed for curves. When it comes to jeans, a perfect fit is a must. Get the look you love by customizing your pattern using our interchangeable “apple” and “pear” pelvis pieces, and skinny and straight leg options. These 5-pocket wardrobe essentials are the real deal, with features like rivets, belt loops and a fly front. And hold the style together with a high rise, and a pocket stay for secret smooth shaping.

This Cashmerette pattern includes:
-Two pelvis shape options, for “apple” or “pear” figures (see the instructions for how to choose your shape)
-Two leg options: skinny or straight
-A sizing calculator which will tell you exactly which size to make
-A beautifully illustrated and detailed instruction booklet to guide you no matter your sewing level

SEWING LEVEL: Intermediate
SIZING: 12 to 32 with interchangeable pelvis (apple or pear fit) and leg (skinny or straight) pieces, 32-52” waist and 42-62” hip. Find your size in seconds using our size calculator.

RECOMMENDED FABRIC:
Main: 9.5 - 12 oz stretch denim with at least 2% lycra and 10-15% crosswise stretch.
Lining: non-stretch cotton.
Interfacing: knit (stretch) or woven fusible, depending on preference for stretch in waistband.

NOTIONS: Denim/jeans needle, topstitching needle (optional), regular thread, topstitching thread, 7" (18 cm) metal jeans zipper, 1 jeans button, 8 jeans rivets (optional).

TOOLS: Point turner, hammer, awl (or nail), anvil (or other hard metal surface)