Closet Core Patterns
Closet Core Patterns - PDF Sewing Pattern - Ginger Jeans Pattern
Closet Core Patterns - PDF Sewing Pattern - Ginger Jeans Pattern
Create your own perfectly fitting everyday jeans with the Closet Core Patterns Ginger Jeans PDF Sewing Pattern. Designed specifically for stretch denim, this downloadable sewing pattern combines classic jeans construction with a comfortable fit you’ll want to wear on repeat.
The Ginger Jeans feature a traditional five-pocket design with professional-looking denim details, including a fly front, waistband, belt loops and optional rivets. Choose between two versatile styles: View A features a low-rise fit with a straight stovepipe leg and classic fold-over front pockets, while View B offers a high-rise skinny leg with a pocket stay sewn into the centre front for extra comfort and support.
The PDF version also includes bonus pattern pieces for interchangeable leg shapes, allowing you to customise your jeans with different silhouettes while keeping the same comfortable fit.
Designed for advanced sewists, this jeans sewing pattern is a rewarding project for anyone looking to make their own handmade denim wardrobe. With stretch denim and thoughtful construction details, the Ginger Jeans are a great way to create custom-fit jeans tailored to your style.
Pattern Features
Women's jeans PDF sewing pattern
Instant digital download
Designed for stretch denim
Classic five-pocket jeans design
Fly front zipper closure
Waistband and belt loops
Optional denim rivet details
View A: low-rise fit with straight stovepipe leg
View B: high-rise fit with skinny leg
Pocket stay detail included in View B
Bonus interchangeable leg shape pieces included
Advanced sewing pattern
PDF Pattern Includes
Layered A0 PDF file
Layered A4 print-at-home PDF 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 another denim staple to your wardrobe, the Ginger Jeans PDF Sewing Pattern gives you the tools to create comfortable jeans with a professional finish.
Sewing Skill Level: Advanced
Fabric Requirements
Sizes 0–20 | 45" (1.14m) Wide Fabric
| Fabric | Requirements |
|---|---|
| All Views | Sizes 0–6: 2.5 yd (2.3m)Sizes 8–12: 2.75 yd (2.5m)Sizes 14–16: 3 yd (2.75m)Sizes 18–20: 3.25 yd (3m) |
| Lining – All Views | Sizes 0–20: 0.5 yd (0.5m) |
Sizes 0–20 | 58" (1.5m) Wide Fabric
| Fabric | Requirements |
|---|---|
| All Views | Sizes 0–6: 1.5 yd (1.4m)Sizes 8–12: 2 yd (1.8m)Sizes 14–18: 2.25 yd (2.1m)Size 20: 2.5 yd (2.3m) |
| Lining – All Views |
Sizes 0–20: 0.5 yd (0.5m) |
Sizes 14–32 | 45" (1.14m) Wide Fabric
| Fabric | Requirements |
|---|---|
| All Views | Sizes 14–16: 2.5 yd (2.3m)Sizes 18–24: 2.75 yd (2.5m)Sizes 26–32: 3 yd (2.75m) |
| Lining – All Views | Sizes 14–24: 1.5 yd (1.25m)Sizes 26–32: 1.75 yd (1.5m) |
Sizes 14–32 | 58" (1.5m) Wide Fabric
| Fabric | Requirements |
|---|---|
| All Views | Sizes 14–32: 2.5 yd (2.25m) |
| Lining – All Views | Sizes 14–24: 1.5 yd (1.25m)Sizes 26–32: 1.75 yd (1.5m) |
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Designed for stretch denim fabrics with enough recovery to create a comfortable, wearable fit.
- Stretch denim with at least 2% lycra content
- Medium-weight woven fabrics such as quilting cotton for pocket lining
Supplies Required:
- Jeans button
- Optional: Denim rivets
- Denim zipper
- Topstitching thread and regular thread
- Fusible interfacing, 0.25 yd (0.25m)
- Marking tool
- Denim needles
Denim zipper requirements:
- View A – Low Rise: 6" (15cm) for sizes 0–20, and 7" (18cm) for sizes 14–32
- View B – High Rise: 7" (18cm) for sizes 0–20, and 7"–8" (18–20cm) for sizes 14–32

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