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Virginia Curve leggings pattern
The ultimate pair of basic leggings with elasticated waist. Pattern features multiple mix and match options including; narrow and wide waistbands; five inseam options; and cuffs. View A is a full-length legging with narrow waistband. View B is a cuffed 3/4 length legging with wide waistband.
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Note: Fabric requirements include 5% fabric shrinkage allowance. You may need to adjust requirements if your fabric shrinks more than 5%.
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Well I wanted to love these right out of the machine but alas I made a size too big so the crotch sags a little and the leggings are looser than I want. Will try again with the correct size. I do love the length and shape!
Normally I would need to lengthen the crotch seam and legs as I am nearly 5 foot 10; but I didn’t need to (I made the long length with a narrow waistband).The legs were a good length. The pattern instructions were clear and easy to follow and I also used the resources online which were helpful. I am looking forward to trying the wider waistband next time. I like to wear leggings under dresses and these leggings sit comfortably under my dresses and will be comfortable even when my stomach expands during the day. Thank you for creating such a great pattern for the larger curvy ladies. I am also happy that I am able to support a local designer who gives back to charities. Thank you also for the list of material shops as well it was great to discover Lush fabrics :)
Tall girl here. I was able to fit these and can wear leggings in comfort. I made them longer in the torso, longer as needed in the legs. Ready made leggings never fit, it's not just a matter of longer through the legs, tall girls are often proportionally tall throughout, same with bike shorts.
I really enjoyed making the pattern as it is a quick sew and incredibly versatile!
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Thoughtful size range
Standard 0–20, Curve 14–34, plus a true separately-drafted Curve block.
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