20+ Sewing Pattern Cargo Pants

Creating a sewing pattern for cargo pants involves breaking down the garment into its basic components. Here's a simple guide to help you create your own cargo pants pattern. Please note that measurements and details are general, and you may need to adjust them based on individual preferences and sizing.

Materials:

1. Fabric of your choice (canvas, denim, twill, etc.)
2. Matching thread
3. Zipper and/or buttons
4. Optional: Cargo pockets, D-rings, and other embellishments

Cargo Pants Pattern:

Front Pattern:

1. Main Front Panel:
   • Cut two identical pieces for the front panel, ensuring they are wide enough for the hips and long enough for the desired length of the pants.
2. Pockets:
   • Cut two rectangular pieces for the front pockets.
   • Attach the pocket pieces to the main front panels, aligning them at the sides.
3. Fly Opening:
   • Cut a piece for the fly extension.
   • Add a zipper facing if using a zipper.

Back Pattern:

4. Main Back Panel:
   • Cut two identical pieces for the back panel, mirroring the shape of the front panel.
5. Back Pockets:
   • Cut two rectangular pieces for the back pockets.
   • Position the back pockets on each back panel.

Side Panels:

6. Side Panels (optional):
   • If you want to add side cargo pockets, cut rectangular pieces and attach them to the side seams of the main front and back panels.

Waistband:

7. Waistband:
   • Cut a long strip for the waistband. Its width will depend on how wide you want the waistband to be, plus seam allowances.
8. Belt Loops (optional):
   • Cut narrow strips for belt loops if you want to add them to the waistband.

Assembly:

9. Front and Back Seam:
   • Sew the front panels to the back panels at the inseam, matching the crotch curves.
10. Side Seams:

• Sew the side seams from the bottom hem to the waist, ensuring pockets and optional side panels are incorporated.

11. Zipper/Fly:

• Attach the zipper or buttons to the fly opening.

12. Pockets:

• Sew the pocket pieces together, then attach them to the front and back panels.

13. Waistband:

• Sew the waistband pieces together and attach them to the top of the pants.

14. Hem:

• Hem the bottom of each pant leg to the desired length.

Remember to add seam allowances (typically 1/2 inch or as per your preference) to all pattern pieces before cutting the fabric. Adjust the pattern based on personal fit preferences during the sewing process.