// The May Jean is classic high waist jean pattern set, featuring a zip fly closure, high rise fit and five pocket construction - an ideal wardrobe staple! May comes with three leg cuts - View A - Straight Leg, View B - Wide Leg and View C - Shaped Leg. The leg hem finishes at the ankle bone and the length can be easily adjusted using the indication lines provided on the pattern. The May Jean pairs seamlessly with our Make by TFS patterns, including the Fog Tee, Bloom Shirt, Ivy Top and Cloud Sweatshirt. #TFSMay

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This downloadable PDF pattern is supplied as an A4/US letter print-at-home version and an A0 copyshop version with an instruction booklet included.

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Sizing: NZ 4 - 32 size range. Unfortunately, we are unable to grade size extensions to our patterns at the moment, due to resource restrictions in our HQ team. If you have any questions relating to sizing or size extensions, please get in touch. We recommend referring to both the finished garment measurements and the body measurements when selecting a size, regardless of what size you wear in ready-to-wear clothing. The May Jean is fitted through the waist and waistband, with a high rise. Make by TFS patterns are drafted for an approx. height of 5'7" / 172cm. You may wish to lengthen or shorten the length of your jean depending on your height and personal preference.
A hand made pair of jeans is a considerable investment and a garment that is designed for maximum longevity in your wardrobe. We strongly recommend sewing a toile (sample garment) in a calico fabric (or similar) prior to cutting your final jean. This will ensure you have the opportunity to make any alterations in length or fit to the jean pattern using an inexpensive fabric. Sewing a toile requires additional time, but we consider this time well spent for a project of this type.

Sewing level: Advanced.
Models: For model measurements & sizes click here.

Need help sewing your May Jean? Follow our Sew-Alongs here. Questions? Email us on patterns@thefabricstore.co.nz.

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