Sew a pair of classic five-pocket jeans with the Jeans Sewing Pattern for women. The slim-fitting design has straight legs and a contoured waistband that sits at the belly button. Curved front pockets, a coin pocket, pointed back pockets, and a zipper fly give your handmade jeans the familiar details of a favorite denim pair.
What you'll make
- Slim-fitting jeans with straight legs
- Contoured waistband with belt loops
- Front zipper fly and jeans button closure
- Curved front pockets and a coin pocket
- Back yoke and pointed back patch pockets
- Classic topstitching and rivet details
Sizes and measurements
The pattern includes sizes 26–40, based on waist measurements in inches. The drafted inseam is 32 inches / 82 cm. Choose your size using the body measurements in the size chart, and refer to the product images for finished garment measurements and fabric requirements. The model wears size 30.
What you need
Choose 10–13 oz woven, non-stretch denim for a classic jeans structure.
- Non-stretch denim
- Cotton lining for the pockets
- Interfacing
- Sewing thread and heavy topstitching thread
- Rivets
- Metal zipper
- Jeans button
For denim and hardware suppliers, read our guide to making your own jeans.
Skill level 3/4
This project brings together jeans-making techniques such as a zipper fly, pocket construction, and topstitching. Follow the illustrated instructions and our YouTube video sew-along for step-by-step guidance.
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For a complete outfit
For a complete outfit, style the Jeans with:
Pair your jeans with a handmade blouse or sweater to complete a handmade wardrobe.
Pattern Specifications
- Brand: Wardrobe By Me
- Pattern Name: Jeans
- Product Type: Digital PDF Sewing Pattern
- Garment Type: Women’s Five-Pocket Jeans
- Pattern Format: Instant Digital Download – No Physical Product
- Size Range: Women’s Jeans Sizes 26–40
- Skill Level: Level 3/4
- Instructions: English, with Fully Illustrated Step-by-Step Instructions
- Measurements: Metric and Imperial
- Inseam Length: 32¼" (82 cm)
- Seam Allowances: Included
- Layered Sizes: Included
- File Formats Included: Color A4 and US Letter Files (34 pages each), Color A0 Copy Shop File (2 pages), and Separate Color Projector File
- Print Features: Trimless A4/Letter Pages, Print-at-Home, Copy Shop, and Projector Compatible
- Video Tutorial: Free Step-by-Step YouTube Sew-Along
- Recommended Fabric: 10–13 oz Woven, Non-Stretch Denim
- Fit and Silhouette: Slim Fit with Straight Legs
- Garment Features: Classic Five-Pocket Construction, Contoured Waistband, Belt Loops, Front Zipper Fly, and Jeans Button Closure