Follow Me on TwitterMen’s Khaki Chinos
Are they chinos, or khakis, or in this case both? I see the names used interchangeably, but I wonder if anybody really knows. The purists say that “chino” is a type of pant and “khaki” is a color. I say when you know how to make ‘em yourself, you can call them whatever you want to.
Self-drafted pattern
Flat front, button fly, slim fit
100% cotton twill
First attempt at making welt pockets.
Lined waistband.
Category: Pants, Patterns, Projects 21 comments »
May 5th, 2011 at 2:04 am
Very cool stuff. I hope to start sewing a lot more as soon as I finish my master’s thesis, so it’s inspiring too.
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May 5th, 2011 at 3:05 am
wow these are really awesome. The lining fabrc suits perfectly and the welt pockets look very polished, It’s hard to believe they were your first ?
Allison
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Taylor Reply:
May 5th, 2011 at 9:31 am
Thanks! Okay, so I did a couple of practice welt pockets on the muslin before making the final pair. But as long as you take your time and press everything carefully, they aren’t too difficult. All straight lines, no curves, just time consuming.
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May 5th, 2011 at 5:22 am
Wow! You pay such attention to details, and these look fantastic! You can call them whatever you want when you have those kinds of sewing skills!
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May 5th, 2011 at 6:56 am
Taylor,
Your Khaki Chinos are awesome!!! Wow! Great job! In my experience (Menswear retail, Bedding, Fashion School etc..) we did interchange those two names. In the 80′s we called them Chino’s. In the later 90′s and 00′s we called them Khakis. Sometimes it’s not enough to think of Khakis as 100% cotton either as in military uniforms. ‘Dress Khakis’ for the Navy is a terrible poly blend! Ick! ~Cathy
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May 5th, 2011 at 7:06 am
Amazing….that’s all I can say. I have welt pocket envy now.
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May 5th, 2011 at 8:41 am
Taylor,
They look awesome. I was wondering if you would post a tutorial, or link to a handy tutorial on doing a button fly instead of zipper like a lot of patterns have? I’m sure it will make sense once I just go and try it, but I always feel more comfortable if I can read about it first.
Your welt pockets look great! I remember doing my first welt pockets and there’s no way I would have taken such a close-up shot of them!
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Taylor Reply:
May 5th, 2011 at 9:51 am
Johann,
Off the top of my head I don’t know of any button fly tutorials online. I know that Peter at http://malepatternboldness.blogspot.com will be doing a button fly for his Jeans-Sew-Along. I’m sure he will have some great directions in the coming days.
I’d love to do a detailed tutorial, but need to find the time! On the next pair of pants I make for myself, I will take pictures and write down the instructions as I go. This might be a while though. I am working on a pair of women’s jeans for my wife right now, but they have zipper fly.
There are three basic pieces:
Underlap (where the buttons are attached)
Overlap piece (where the button holes are sewn)
Facing on the overlap side
Feel free to let me know if you have questions about the construction.
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May 5th, 2011 at 10:20 am
I am in awe. WHERE did you buy our chino fabric?
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Peter Reply:
May 5th, 2011 at 10:21 am
I’m messing up your comments, sorry!
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May 5th, 2011 at 10:21 am
I am in awe. WHERE did you buy your chino fabric?
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Taylor Reply:
May 5th, 2011 at 10:56 am
I bought the fabric here: http://stores.ebay.com/SellFabric They have lots of colors and options.
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lorrwill Reply:
May 16th, 2011 at 3:29 am
Wow. You ordered from them with no problems? I am jealous.
They took my money but I have yet to get my fabric and they are not responding to emails.
I was hoping you had found someone else who sells chino weight twill!
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Taylor Reply:
May 16th, 2011 at 8:50 am
Their communication could definitely be better. They never responded to my e-mails about ship times. I will definitely hesitate to order again now that I know you have had trouble. I also wish I knew of another place with decent prices and options.
May 5th, 2011 at 2:48 pm
Hi. Found your site over at Peter’s. HOLY CRAP! Those chinos are incredible!! I periodically make clothing for my husband, so I am glad to have found your website. You’re really good at this!
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May 5th, 2011 at 3:52 pm
Are you serious?!?! Those are amazing. I need to make some for my husband now!!
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May 5th, 2011 at 9:56 pm
I found your blog via Peter. Fantastic job on the chinos/khakis/chikis? You may have given me the courage to sew pants for my husband. Thanks.
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May 6th, 2011 at 2:17 pm
Taylor,
I’ve been wanting to get around to my sewing machine for a long time now. Been at it in earnest for a few months after being inspired by your blog. Take a loot at the apron I made!
http://www.countryboybigcity.com/?p=322
Thanks for the inspiration,
Drew.
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Taylor Reply:
May 6th, 2011 at 5:40 pm
Awesome job with the apron! I love the swing pocket, great idea. I’ve thought about making an apron for myself. My very first project ever was a practice apron I made out of thin muslin. I look forward to seeing more.
Taylor
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May 9th, 2011 at 6:48 am
Beautiful. You nailed those welt pockets- perfect!
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May 16th, 2011 at 4:51 pm
Beautiful. I love the classic cut and palette you used on these.
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