The Elling is an everyday elasticated men's trouser with slanted front pockets and back patch pockets. You can also give your trousers an optional front zipper.

Skill Level: Intermediate

This is a multi-size paper pattern in an envelope, including UK sizes 28 - 48. 

All seam allowances are 1.5cm unless stated otherwise and are included in the pattern. 

Recommended Fabric

Suggestions include 5-8oz cotton twill or canvas, denim, light to medium weight corduroy, linen, hemp/cotton blends, or medium weight cotton flannel. Picking a thicker fabric (like canvas or corduroy) a will give you a more structured shape.

Materials Needed:

• 1 x 7 inch/18cm zip
• 1 x 3/4" button
• 1/2 yd interfacing
• 1/2 yd lining fabric
• Matching thread
• 1.5" wide elastic: 1 yd (sizes 28-32), 1.25 yds (sizes 34-38), or 1.5 yds (sizes 40-48)