Kite Pants PDF Sewing Pattern

The shape of the pant is true to the pictures, and withstood me shortening them quite a bit for my 5 foot frame. (In my pictures they're not yet hemmed.) However, the waistband instructions are not at all beginner-friendly. There is no room for error when encasing the waistband and I had a very difficult time with it. This could be in part because I used a slightly thicker fabric (midweight denim). However, I think this could be improved if the pattern had wider waistband pieces and if there was a specified seam allowance rather than the vague instruction of "edge stitch the waistband using a minimal seam allowance." (I've included a picture of the fraying caused by the numerous attempts made to properly encase the waistband.)

I loved using this pattern. It was super easy to follow and the pants came out great. Will definitely be using again.

I loved the details and the finish product looks so nice. The slight barrel shape is flattering. Can’t wait to try the quilted ones for winter.

These sewed up so quickly. Love the style lines if these pants. I made mine in a soft cotton lawn. Can’t wait to make them in linen.

I’ve made multiple pairs of archer work pants and love them. I made the 3x of the Kite and feel like the fit is kinda just ok. The pocket placement felt too high and too small for both front and back pockets. I’m still a Matchy Matchy fan but wonder if fit testing for larger sizes could be expanded upon. Another helpful thing would be to understand finished garment measurements for rise and inseam as the pattern is drawn, didn’t see that noted in the size chart.