Meet the Ojai Reversible Wide Leg Pants, the pattern that gives you twice the style with half the closet space. That’s right, they’re completely reversible. Sew one pair and enjoy two distinct looks by pairing two different shades of Mood’s silky Polyester Double Georgette from the Mimosa Collection. Prefer something beyond classic neutrals? You’re in luck. This gorgeous lightweight georgette comes in over 20 stunning colors, making it easy to create a combination that’s uniquely yours.
These pants are the definition of business in the front, party in the back. The waistband features a clean, flat front for a polished, tailored look, while the elasticized back keeps the fit comfortable enough for all-day wear. The result is a pair of pants that looks refined without sacrificing ease, and you might be surprised by just how simple they are to sew.
Designed to take you effortlessly from day to night, the Ojai Pants are as versatile as they are stylish. Pair sleek black with a bold jewel tone, soft blush with crisp ivory, or create your own favorite combination for a garment that transitions seamlessly from the office to dinner, cocktails, or a weekend getaway without ever needing a wardrobe change.
Whether you’re packing light, maximizing your handmade wardrobe, or simply love a clever sewing project, the Ojai Reversible Wide Leg Pants deliver two chic looks in one elegant pattern. You’ll see after sewing this pattern that sometimes one pair of pants really can do it all.
Essential Materials & Sizing Guide for the Ojai Reversible Wide Leg Pants
Continue reading for a breakdown of what knowledge and materials you need for creating your very own wide leg pants! We’ve got you covered with the recommended materials we used—if you want to follow along exactly—as well as a curated list of alternative fabric type recommendations if you want to customize your own version. The Ojai Reversible Wide Leg Pants free sewing pattern download includes technical drawings for seam and wide leg pants visibility, plus a size chart to help you find your perfect fit!
Purchase Products Used Below:
Quantities indicated are for sewing a size medium wide leg pants. Toggle the ‘SHOP THIS LOOK’ box to find quantity estimates for other sizes.
- 3 yards of Polyester Double Georgette – Blush – Mimosa Collection by Mood
- 3 yards of Polyester Double Georgette – Antique White – Mimosa Collection by Mood
- 1 each of Dritz Soft Waistband Elastic – White – 1.5″ x 2yds
- 1 each of Gutermann Sew All Thread 250m – 505 Cashmere
- MDF547 – Ojai Reversible Wide Leg Pants Sewing Pattern (Free download below!)
Additional Products Used:
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Alternative Fabric Type Recommendations:
The Ojai Reversible Wide Leg Pants sewing pattern is best suited for feather or lightweight fashion fabrics. Explore other fabric types or colors from our featured collections for your wide leg pants with the links below.
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Find Your Perfect Fit
The Ojai Reversible Wide Leg Pants Sizing Guide is based on the suggested design & wearing ease for this style. You can also choose the size according to your desired finished garment measurements, blending between sizes as needed. Measure the printed patterns to make sure the dimensions are according to the desired fitting and adjust if needed before cutting the fabric. For best results, sew a test garment in a similar fabric to adjust your pattern.
Note: Always read all the instructions before cutting the fabric!
How to Sew The Ojai Reversible Wide Leg Pants
The instructions provided below are designed to guide you through sewing the Ojai Reversible Wide Leg Pants from start to finish.
3 Tips for Sewing with Polyester Georgette
⇒ Use a sharp, new, size 70 microtex needle to prevent runs and thread pulls in the fabric.
⇒ Press your seams open and flat after every step for a flat and seamless finish.
⇒ Use a rotary cutter and self healing cutting mat to cut out your fabric as precisely as possible. This will make it so that your hems are perfectly even at the end and you won’t be able to see the inner fabric sticking out.
Pattern Pieces & Fabric Cuts Needed
- (A) FRONT
- Fabric 1 – Cut 2 Mirrored
- Fabric 2 – Cut 2 Mirrored
- (B) BACK
- Fabric 1 – Cut 2 Mirrored
- Fabric 2 – Cut 2 Mirrored
- (C) FRONT WAISTBAND
- Fabric 1 – Cut 1
- Fabric 2 – Cut 1
- (D) BACK WAISTBAND
- Fabric 1 – Cut 1
- Fabric 2 – Cut 1
Sew with a 1/2″ seam allowance for all seams unless otherwise specified.
Step 1
CROTCH SEAMS
- NOTE: When following these instructions, make sure you’re always doing ONE COLOR at a time. If the instructions say to put two pieces right sides together, it means two of the same color pieces, unless you want them to be colorblocked and funky. Additionally, the “outer” fabric in this pattern is the white fabric and the “inner” fabric is the blush.
- Place the outer front pants pieces right sides together.
- Place the outer back pants pieces right sides together.
- Pin and sew the crotch seams of both the outer front and back pieces.
- Repeat these steps for the inner pants pieces.
Step 2
SIDE SEAMS & INSEAMS
- Open the pants pieces along the crotch seams to lay them flat.
- Lay the outer front pants piece right sides together on top of the outer back pants piece.
- Pin the sew the front and back pants pieces together at the side seams.
- Pin and sew the front and back pants pieces together at the inseam.
- Repeat these steps for the inner pants pieces.
Step 3
WAISTBANDS
- Place the front waistband piece right sides together on top of the back waistband piece with the outer pants fabric.
- Pin and sew the front waistband to the back waistband at the side seams.
- Press the side seams of the waistband open.
- Place the outer waistband along the waistline of the outer pants, right sides together.
- Pin and sew the waistband to the pants waistline.
- Repeat these steps for the inner waistband.
Step 4
ATTACH WAISTBANDS
- Place the outer pants inside of the inner pants, right sides together.
- Pin and sew the perimeter of the waistbands together to attach the pants to each other at the waist.
- Trim the seam allowance to be ½ inch.
- Flip the pants right sides out so that the right side of the outer fabric is facing out and the right side of the inner fabric is touching the wearer’s skin.
- Press and pin the seam at the top of the waistband.
- Topstitch over the seam at the top of the waistband.
Step 5
ELASTIC
- Cut a piece of elastic that is the length of ½ of your waist measurement.
- Slip the elastic through one of the pant legs between the two layers of the pants until you’re able to reach the waistband.
- Pin one side of the elastic between the two layers at one of the side seams, then pin the other side of the elastic to the other side seam. The elastic should be pinned between the two layers of pants now.
- Sew a stitch in the ditch of the side seam to secure the elastic on both sides.
- Pull the elastic taught from the side seams.
- Place pins along the entire length of the stretched elastic so that when it is unstretched, it scrunches the fabric at the back of the pants.
- Topstitch 3 parallel stitches into the back waistband: one stitch under the elastic to create a casing for it, then two stitches directly on top of the elastic to secure it to the waistband of the pants. Make sure you’re stretching the elastic while you sew.
Step 6
HEMS
- Press a 1 inch fold into the hems of both layers of the pants.
- Press stitch witchery hem tape into the fold of the hem for an invisible hem. Alternatively, you can do a wide straight hem.
Sewing Success: The Finished Ojai Reversible Wide Leg Pants
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