I just made my third pair of McCall 7445 pants, so thought I’d bundle in pair 2 that never got blogged because I love em a lot and it might be interesting to see versions in quite different fabrics. Here’s pair one in needlecord, by the way still much loved and worn.
McCall 7445 is such a great pattern! It’s a Melissa Palmer design and includes extra large seam allowances, a sheet of fitting tips, and a construction that lets you check and tune the fit as you go. Even though I’ve made it three times I still baste and try on as I go because different fabrics can fit differently. I’ve also gained a little weight recently (thanks, Christmas) so perhaps made use of that extra allowance in this pair.
For pair 3 I used a stretch denim that I got as part of my December ambassador allowance from The Fabric Store. This is a fab quality medium weight denim with a slightly nubbly texture and a little comfy stretch. I added one inch to the length on this pair so they’re just ankle-skimming and more appropriate for winter when worn with fun socks and sneakers.
I went a bit rogue with this and the pair below and made a closed front with a centre-back invisible zip to fasten. The pattern views include an exposed front zip or faux-fly front but I like the completely flat front – super comfortable and zero digging in of anything. One tip I’d say if you make view B is to stabilise that waist edge when you sew on the facing. There’s no waistband to keep things snug, which makes for a very comfortable fit but leaves it more susceptible to stretching out. I simply slip some cotton twill tape into the seam as I’m sewing the facing onto the waistline.
This is the second pair, which are one of my favourite things I made last year. They use a mystery fabric that I got as a remnant from Misan Textiles on Berwick Street. Misan is pretty pricey but you can get some great deals on the pre-cut lengths in the basement! It’s difficult to describe; it’s like a very heavy crepe with a slightly spongy sort of feel like a scuba, and a tiny bit of stretch. It doesn’t crease in the slightest and they feel wonderfully luxurious to wear, especially in the cold. And the colour is brilliant! I guess I should give this pattern a rest for a bit now as my trouser drawer literally overfloweth, but it’s certainly earned its TNT status.
I am having butt-fitting problems right now so specifically noticed how amazing the back of your brown ones fit – perfect!
Thanks! That’s straight out of pattern amazingly, however that fabric was also very forgiving.
Hey Katie! These are both fantastic – I was getting more and more tempted to sew this pattern by the sentence while reading. Especially love the colour of your second pair.
I was wondering, how do you think they compare in fit to the Lander Pant? I’m working on pair 3 of the Landers and whilst there seems to be similarities in style/silhouette, I was interested in if they differed in leg width/waist depth etc?
Great makes as always :)
Thanks! I actually put a comparison photo up on IG here – https://www.instagram.com/p/BZqOE00Ftlh/?taken-by=whatkatiesews. Generally the main differences are a straighter/wider leg on 7445 and its waistbandless option (making it less high-rise) and the pocket and fly detailing. I think m7445 is better in a slightly lighter/more fluid fabric too whereas Lander wants to be fairly stiff. I wear both very often!
Great fitting job on the brown pants! I really like your sewing pattern choices. After reading your posts, I bought 3 pants/jeans patterns (M7445, Lander and Burda 6798). You’re my go-to blogger for pants sewing inspiration! Might I suggest that you take a look at the Tanner Culottes pattern from Designer Stitch? I got to test for them and sewed up a pair in a 8-oz denim. I love them to pieces!
Thank you, that’s nice to hear! That is the fit straight out of pattern – it just works for me. Plus that fabric is very forgiving. The Tanners look great, yours are particularly chic and I like the tie waist and deep, deep hem. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you Katie for the compliments. I can’t wait to see your 2018 sewing projects!
I like all versions! It’s so nice to find a great pattern that really works for you. I like the look of the high-waisted flare trouser. I’m planning to make the Lander pant, but I think I’ll check this one out, too.
Thank you! I like both patterns equally, I want another pair of Landers too but really don’t *need* them…
This post is so timely for me! My next project is M7445. I was going to do view C but really like your idea of a zipper in the back for B. And thanks for the tip about the waistband.
To make pants was my goal when I started sewing, then I made two, and the back seem just seems to dig in my butt… Got inspired to try again though, maybe a new pattern like this one to mix it up!
These look great and I really like the zip shifted to the CB…. I just can’t come at that exposed zip on the original design!
After reading about your first pair of M7445 I made some in denim with the fly front. They are my favorite (and first me-made) pants!! I also purchased the Lander and will try them out for something a little different. Your mods to the front is very nice!
Love these! I have this pattern and keep coming back to your blog to read about them before I make them. I just cut it out today and realized mine has no instruction sheet! I’m going to email McCalls. Yours look so good!
Well, that second (or 3rd) pair just sold me on the pattern. LOVE! Super cute combo with the pink top, too.