Easy, Flowy Culotte using McCall Pattern M7131

I made a commitment this summer to cut at least one commercial pattern each week and to modify it base on my sense of style.  I always wanted an extra wide leg culotte pants to rock before the summer ends and came across McCall 7131.

I wanted my culotte a bit more wider so I decided to cut a size 16 and add an extra set of pleats in the front.  In addition, I decided to adjust the waistband to 14 and it still was at least 2 inches more than my waist measurement and I had too much room and had to cut an inch off each side .  Next time, I will definitely cut the 12/14 and make a few slight adjustments to the pattern.

This was an easy sew but the waistband was a bit challenging as I am not use to the technique as stated in the pattern.  I plan to make this again probably in a pants the next time around and stick the technique that I know.

Fabric choice: Rayon from Rosa Fabrics (here)
 Shoes: Steve Madden (here) (on sale for $20) bought mine for $25
 Top: Old (The Limited – at least 8 years ago)

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