Closet Core Patterns
Closet Core Patterns - PDF Sewing Pattern - Frank Jeans Pattern
Closet Core Patterns - PDF Sewing Pattern - Frank Jeans Pattern
Make your own perfectly customised denim wardrobe staple with the Closet Core Patterns Frank Jeans PDF Sewing Pattern. Designed for sewists who want to create a pair of jeans that truly fits their style, Frank combines classic denim details with modern options for a completely custom handmade fit.
Inspired by heritage denim, the Frank Jeans feature a close fit through the hips, a cheeky cut through the seat and traditional jeans construction details including a five-pocket design, fly-front zipper, angled yoke, contoured waistband and belt loops.
With interchangeable rise and leg options, you can create your ideal pair of jeans. Choose between a comfortable mid-riseor vintage-inspired high-rise, then select from a contemporary barrel leg, classic straight leg or timeless wide legsilhouette.
Designed for advanced sewists, this jeans sewing pattern is a rewarding project for anyone looking to develop their garment-making skills and create a handmade pair of jeans they’ll wear for years. Experiment with different denim weights, washes and hardware to make Frank your own.
Pattern Features
Women's jeans PDF sewing pattern
Instant digital download
Five-pocket jeans design
Fly-front zipper closure
Contoured waistband
Angled yoke detail
Belt loops included
Multiple rise options
Multiple leg shape options
Mid-rise fit
High-rise fit
Barrel leg option
Straight leg option
Wide leg option
Advanced sewing pattern
PDF Pattern Includes
Layered A0 PDF file
Layered A4 print-at-home PDF file
Projector file
Detailed instructions in English and French
Sizes 0–20 and 14–32 included where available
Whether you’re making your first pair of handmade jeans or adding a custom denim staple to your wardrobe, the Frank Jeans PDF Sewing Pattern gives you the options to create a pair designed around your style and fit preferences.
Sewing Skill Level: Advanced
Fabric Requirements
Sizes 0–20 | 45" (1.14m) Wide Fabric
| View | Fabric Requirements |
|---|---|
| All Views | Sizes 0–8: 3 yd (2.75m)Sizes 10–20: 3.25 yd (3m) |
Sizes 0–20 | 58" (1.5m) Wide Fabric
| View | Fabric Requirements |
|---|---|
| All Views | Sizes 0–8: 2 yd (1.85m)Sizes 10–14: 2.5 yd (2.3m)Sizes 16–20: 3 yd (2.75m) |
Sizes 14–32 | 45" (1.14m) Wide Fabric
| View | Fabric Requirements |
|---|---|
| All Views | Sizes 14–20: 3.75 yd (3.45m)Sizes 22–32: 4 yd (3.65m) |
Sizes 14–32 | 58" (1.5m) Wide Fabric
| View | Fabric Requirements |
|---|---|
| All Views | Sizes 14–20: 2.75 yd (2.55m)Sizes 22–26: 3.25 yd (3m)Sizes 28–32: 3.5 yd (3.2m) |
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For best results, use non-stretch denim fabrics with enough structure to support the classic jeans shape.
- Midweight to heavyweight non-stretch denim (ideally 10–13 oz)
- Stretch denim with a maximum of 2% lycra content
- Cotton lining for pockets and waistband (0.5 yd / 0.5m)
Heavier weight denim may require more time to break in. If using stretch denim, the extra ease may mean you need to size down through the hips and legs.
Supplies Required:
- Jeans button, 1 x 17mm
- Denim zipper
- Optional: Denim rivets, 8 x 9mm
- Topstitching thread
- Traditional polyester thread for sewing seams
- Denim needles
- Marking tool
- Optional: Knit interfacing for waistband, 0.25 yd (0.25m)
Denim zipper requirements:
Sizes 0–20
- 6" (15cm): Mid rise, sizes 0–16
- 7" (18cm): Mid rise sizes 18–20 + high rise sizes 0–10
- 8" (20cm): High rise sizes 12–18
- 9" (23cm): High rise size 20
Sizes 14–32
- 7" (18cm): Mid rise sizes 14–20
- 8" (20cm): Mid rise sizes 22–28 + high rise sizes 14–18
- 9" (23cm): Mid rise sizes 30–32 + high rise sizes 20–26
- 10" (25cm): High rise sizes 28–32
Tools required for installing hardware:
- Hammer
- Hard metal surface (such as a cast iron frying pan or anvil)
- Awl for making holes for rivets and buttons

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