Jessa Trousers + Shorts

Name: Jessa Trousers + Shorts
Brand: Tilly and the Buttons
SKU: 1025D
Price: 13.5 GBP
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A LITTLE FLARE, A LOT OF STYLE

Bring a little seventies-inspired style to your handmade wardrobe with the Jessa trousers and shorts sewing pattern. With a high waist, curved waistband and flattering back darts, Jessa combines a vintage-inspired silhouette with thoughtful details you'll love sewing and wearing.

Choose full-length trousers with wide, gently flared legs or shorts with turn-up hems. Both styles feature a concealed front zip fly, triangle tab fastening, deep patch pockets and a faux pocket flap for a distinctive finish.

Style the flared trousers with a tucked-in blouse and boots for a retro-inspired outfit, or pair the shorts with a simple T-shirt and trainers when the sun comes out. Whichever version you choose, Jessa is a fun way to make a statement with your me-made wardrobe.

PATTERN FEATURES:

Two styles: full-length trousers or shorts
High-waisted design
Curved waistband and back darts for shaping
Wide, gently flared trouser legs
Turn-up hems on the shorts
Concealed front zip fly
Triangle tab fastening
Deep patch pockets
Faux pocket flap detail

SKILL LEVEL - Improvers

PATTERN SUPPORT - Need extra Jessa sewing help? See our FREE tutorials!

MODEL GARMENT SIZES - Suzie (pink trousers and white shorts) wears a size 3 (UK 10 at the waist, graded to a size 4 (UK 12) at the hips. Alice (teal cord trousers) wears a size 2 (UK 8) at the waist, graded to a size 3 (UK 10) at the hips

Size range: UK 6-20 / US 2-16 / EUR 34-48 / AUS 6-20

SIZE	BUST	WAIST	HIP
1 UK 6 / US 2 / EUR 34 / AUS 6	76cm (30in)	61cm (24in)	84cm (33in)
2 UK 8 / US 4 / EUR 36 / AUS 8	81cm (32in)	66cm (26in)	89cm (35in)
3 UK 10 / US 6 / EUR 38 / AUS 10	86.5cm (34in)	71cm (28in)	94cm (37in)
4 UK 12 / US 8 / EUR 40 / AUS 12	91.5cm (36in)	76cm (30in)	99cm (39in)
5 UK 14 / US 10 / EUR 42 / AUS 14	96.5cm (38in)	81cm (32in)	104cm (41in)
6 UK 16 / US 12 / EUR 44 / AUS 16	101.5cm (40in)	86.5cm (34in)	109cm (43in)
7 UK 18 / US 14 / EUR 46 / AUS 18	106.5cm (42in)	91.5cm (36in)	114cm (45in)
8 UK 20 / US 16 / EUR 48 / AUS 20	112cm (44in)	96.5cm (38in)	119.5cm (47in)

Check the sewing pattern size range before buying.

Supplies

Fabric (see below)
Matching thread
0.5m (⅝yd) of 90cm (36in) wide iron-on interfacing (similar weight to your fabric)
2 x 15–20mm (⅝–¾in) hooks and bars, or 1 x 12–18mm (½–¾in) button with shank and 1 hook and bar
Optional: 1 x 10–15mm (⅜–⅝in) button for faux pocket flap
18cm (7in) jeans zip
Sewing machine and basic tools, including zip foot or adjustable zip foot

Fabric Suggestions

Medium-weight woven fabrics such as denim, corduroy, cotton drill, linen or triple crêpe. Stretch isn't required, but a small amount of elastane will make them extra comfy.

Fabric Requirements

150cm (60in) wide

Trousers:

Sizes 1–4: 1.7m (1⅞yd)
Sizes 5–8: 2.5m (2¾yd)

Shorts:

Sizes 1–4: 1.2m (1⅜yd)
Sizes 5–8: 1.6m (1¾yd)

115cm (45in) wide

Trousers:

- All sizes: 2.9m (3¼yd)

Shorts:

- All sizes: 1.7m (1⅞yd)

PDF Pattern Only

You will receive an email immediately after purchase with a link to download your files. Need help getting started? Learn how to use digital sewing patterns. This digital version includes:

Single-layer PDF files – All sizes are included on one sheet (sizes cannot be hidden).
Not suitable for projector sewing – This pattern does not include projector files. See our projector-friendly patterns.
Multiple print options – Print at home on A4 or US Letter paper (using a laptop or desktop computer), or use the A0 copyshop files for professional printing.
Correct scaling – You’ll need Adobe Reader (free to download) to print at the correct scale.

GET INSPIRED #SewingJessa

Lovely pattern

I’m half way through making the shorts, there coming together nicely.
Instructions are clear and so was the short video with putting in the zip.

Hi Pam, thank you so much for your lovely review! I’m so glad to hear the shorts are coming together nicely and that the instructions and video have been helpful. Can’t wait to see how they turn out. :) Happy sewing! Virginija x

Absolutely Love This Pattern!

I've made two pair of Jessa trousers and they are by far my best looking, most comfortable jeans. I've bought some more denim to make shorts for summer. The instructions were great.

Lovely sew, fab fit

Loved this pattern. I had some really heavy cord and wondered if it would still work given how lightweight the model was wearing, but it worked fine, super comfy and found instructions so easy to follow - even the fly zip! I used thinner material for the waistband facing to reduce bulk, and also added side pockets - really pleased with the result!

Love child halloween costume

I made a pair of Jessa pants for my daughter who wanted a 70s inspired Halloween costume. Had to make some adjustments in the hips and waist for her tween frame but she loved them! Found a great daisy-patterned denim to make them in.
(The smock top is a McCalls pattern).

Amazing

I just finished my first Jessa longs trousers and I was nicely surprised when I tried them on after finishing them. They fit perfectly and are super comfy. The sewing instructions are clear and easy to follow. I enjoyed sewing them very much. Im looking for the fabric to make a second pair of trousers!!

Thank you Alba for sharing. so pleased you've enjoyed making your first pair of Jessa trousers. Team Buttons x

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