Classic Tailoring ✂️ How to Draft a Pleated Trouser Pattern (Incl. Fly, Pockets, Pleats & Waistband)

Pleated trousers are a wardrobe staple ✨ In this viewer request, I'll show you how to create the pattern for this beautifully tailored pair from The Frankie Shop — step by step, from a basic block. You'll learn how to adjust the leg length and fit, add pleats and slant pockets, and draft a waistband, belt loops and zip fly opening. DESIGNER PATTERN PROCESS In this demonstration, I’ll be following my Designer Pattern Process. This is a system I developed when I wrote my pattern making Guides – and it’s nothing revolutionary. It’s the same four-stage approach used by professional pattern makers, broken down into clear steps for designers and home sewists. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN 00:00 - Intro 00:55 - Stage 1 | Make A Plan 01:45 - Stage 2 | Build Your Base 02:01 - Adjust Pant Leg Length 02:12 - Adjust Pant Leg Fit 02:43 - Adjust Pant Rise 03:25 - Stage 3 | Unleash Your Creativity 03:45 - Add Pleats 04:55 -Add Slant Pockets 05:40 - Draft Waistband 06:12 - Draft Zip Fly on Front 07:36 - Draft Belt Loops 08:04 - Stage 4 | Finish Your Pattern CREATE YOUR OWN PANT 👖 All you need is a block and a step-by-step Guide: - BLOCK https://www.cliqdpatternkits.com/products/trouser-jean-short-kit - GUIDE https://www.cliqdpatternkits.com/products/trouser-jean-short-kit WATCH MORE VIEWER REQUESTS 🍿🎥 - Shorts with Elastic Waistband https://youtu.be/3yJdWH75czg - Alaïa Cargo Pants https://youtu.be/AVJhWvm5uGE SHOP VIEWER REQUEST 🛍️ Halser Pintuck Trousers by The Frankie Shop https://eu.thefrankies