Leilani Culottes

Every child needs that go-to garment—one that’s comfortable enough for play and versatile enough for everyday adventures. The Leilani Culottes offer all that and more with their relaxed, wide-leg fit and practical design. These cropped pants are perfect for kids on the move, whether they’re exploring at home, heading off to school, or enjoying a day out with family.

The wide silhouette allows for effortless movement, while the choice of a paperbag or regular elasticated waistband provides a snug yet flexible fit. With side pockets to hold small treasures, the Leilani Culottes combine practicality and style, making them a wardrobe essential.

Designed for woven fabrics without stretch, these culottes can be crafted in a variety of materials, from airy cotton for summer days to cozy flannel for cooler weather. The size range from 1 to 12 years ensures these pants will grow with your child, offering a timeless look that lasts season after season.

By sewing the Leilani Culottes you’re making a piece of clothing that will accompany your child through playdates, school, and family outings with comfort and ease.

The Leilani Culottes feature a wide-leg, cropped design for easy movement and an elasticated waistband available in two styles—paperbag or regular elastic. Side pockets are included for extra practicality, and the overall simple construction is perfect for beginner sewers.

• Wide, cropped silhouette
• Paperbag or elastic waistband
• Side pockets

This is an ideal pattern for beginners, providing a simple yet enjoyable sewing experience. It's designed to build your confidence while introducing a few new techniques along the way.

This pattern works best with light to medium-weight woven fabrics like:

• Cotton#
• Soft linen
• Chambray
• Double gauze
• Light denim

For the calculations provided in the fabric requirement table, we have used the standard European fabric width, which is typically 140 cm (55 inches).

Please note that different fabrics can shrink differently after washing, so we recommend adding extra fabric to account for this shrinkage. It's advisable to purchase additional fabric to ensure you have enough for your project.

Include 2-3 cm (4/5 - 1 1/4 inch) wide elastic for the waistband.

Your package includes a set of easy-to-follow sewing instructions, complemented by detailed illustrations to enhance your sewing experience. This comprehensive guide provides step-by-step instructions, details on printing and assembling pattern tiles, fabric layouts, and fabric requirements—giving you everything you need to successfully complete your project.

Comprehensive pattern files are available in multiple PDF formats:

• A4 and US Letter Print-at-home files.
• A0 copy shop files for large-scale printing.
• Projector file for modern, paperless cutting.