Yup, that is my motto this summer. I don't want to get out of bed. Oh that doesn't mean I'm actually horizontal, rather I just want to be comfy, all day, all summer long. I can't think of anything more comfortable than when I first get into bed at night. The mattress, pillows, sheets & quilt, they all call me to slumber. It's a good feeling, one worth preserving and sharing.
So here's what's up. I had a need to sew this past week, but didn't want to do anything too strenuous like finish the quilt on my cutting table which would require awkward body positions for basting and quilting. I did something weird to my back/hip and so contortionist sports are not a good idea right now. Instead I wrote up a tutorial for y'all in celebration of summer and all that is good about it.
Are you still with me? It's a pdf download with lots of instruction and photos. don't get out of bed pants Print it up and give it a whirl for yourself, kids, hubby, sister, mum, the dog??...well maybe not the dog but you know, anyone you can think of as long as it stays in gift format all is good. The tutorial is meant for personal use only and items made from it are not to be sold.
If you have any questions in regard to the tutorial just ask away. Happy Sewing to you! xxx
** ETA: If you are using a pair of elastic waist pants as your pattern base, remember to stretch the waist line or you will end up with a waist line that is too small.
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Posted by: best mattress | July 25, 2009 at 01:43 AM
Thanks for this tutorial. It looks great. I saw the pants on flickr and was waiting by the computer for you to put up the tutorial. (Well, it wasn't quite that dramatic.) Just finished Inkheart and am on to the next one. Loved the Time Travelers Wife. And did you hear about this new series? http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/news/la-et-beinghuman25-2009jul25,0,1493693.story
Posted by: simone | July 25, 2009 at 06:42 AM
Groundsel sent me, from Twitter...and I'm so happy! I've been REALLY wanting to make myself a pair of short PJ pants. So...I think I'll be shortening your pattern. ;-)
Thanks, again!
Posted by: Aunt LoLo | July 25, 2009 at 07:41 AM
Oh yes, now we're talking. I have several pairs of something very similar (I think I may even have a matching pillowcase for your sheet in my stash) I can definitely vouch for their comfiness! I look forward to trying your version!
Posted by: lina | July 25, 2009 at 09:19 AM
amazing pants!!!! i love wear pj pants all day! of course not every day, but i enjoy to much the sundays when we don't get out of bed. thanks for sharing!
ps. was a nice surprise to know that you visit my blog!
Posted by: RosaMaria | July 25, 2009 at 10:38 AM
Simone,
You're too funny, lol! I'm still not finished The Time Traveler's Wife and need to quickly. The movie comes out next month. I enjoyed Inkheart, it took me a bit longer to work through Inkspell (I blame the move...for everything ;) and I'm still not finished Inkdeath. One day though. That show looks very interesting...I'll definitely check it out! Thanks for the heads up.
Posted by: duckyhouse | July 26, 2009 at 12:00 PM
Aunt LoLo,
Yeah for Simone and twitter. She does such a great job. I love the idea of shortening the PJ pants!! Send me pics when done :)
Posted by: duckyhouse | July 26, 2009 at 12:15 PM
Lina,
Several pairs? you are a lucky girl. Oh and I love that top you made with the retro sheet. So cool!
Posted by: duckyhouse | July 26, 2009 at 12:22 PM
RosaMaria,
Thanks! I hope the tutorial works out great for you. Sundays in bed are the best. I enjoyed reading your blog :)
Posted by: duckyhouse | July 26, 2009 at 12:24 PM
oooo... i have been looking for just such a pair of pants. now if i can get my hands on some heather bailey fabric to make them out of, i am a happy gorl.
Posted by: jen | July 27, 2009 at 08:37 PM
haha, i meant "girl". but i could be a gorl, too, i guess...
Posted by: jen | July 27, 2009 at 08:38 PM
I love the photo of your vintage linens stash! Thanks for the Tute! This summer - when I do get to the sewing machine - it's been all old linens...tried a peasant nursing top - which turned out much better as a dress for Selah.
as per the tin of cocoa - i'm not sure if blogspot sends updates of the comments so, copy and pasted: "When my parents inherited the cottage - most everything was left including that tin which had rarely(if at all) been used! Honestly, I don't know how old it is, my assumption is that it is from the 60's. I wasn't going to try any - the lid had spots of rust on it - "can cocoa go bad?" my mom asked. I pryed the can open and the shiny metal inside looked like I bought it yesturday! I am a cocoa fan, we buy it organic, from my food co-op...i've tried all kinds - but this by far was the BEST....could it be that aged cocoa tastes better than fresh? My mom's thoughts are that it was just better quality."
Posted by: patty-jean | July 28, 2009 at 10:29 AM
Heather Bailey fabric sounds lovely...you happy gorl, you...lol ;)
Posted by: duckyhouse | July 28, 2009 at 09:04 PM
patty-jean
old linens are the best when you can find them...hence my stash. It represents many trips to the thrift store.
that is one crazy old tin of cocoa. that is amazing that the rust did not go inside the can. I'm thinking that most things get better with age...and I'm holding onto that idea tightly because next month will be my birthday.
i'm going to email you about your food co-op.
Posted by: duckyhouse | July 28, 2009 at 09:09 PM
Comfy looking pants! Thanks for the pattern-I'll try it soon. Will go perfect with Betz White's shirred top tutorial on craftzine.com. I'm looking forward to some comfy P.J.s!
Posted by: Karen Bryce | July 29, 2009 at 06:24 PM
ah, this is just the thing I need, I have been meaning to make one of these for ages! And this is just the thing I need after an 11-hour-car-trip back home from Transylvania with my family :-)
Thanks, will make one!
Kristina
Posted by: Kristina | August 02, 2009 at 05:06 PM
Oh, thanks for the instructions! Yea! I made pjs from vintage sheets this summer, too. Here's my version:
http://cleverkaren.blogspot.com/2009/06/vintage-sheet-pjs.html
Posted by: Clever Karen | August 06, 2009 at 06:11 AM
oh, and I forgot to add, I have that same exact yellow sheet that you used!
Posted by: Clever Karen | August 06, 2009 at 06:12 AM
OMG! This material is what i have had as a comfort blanket virtually my entire life! Sadly, im almost 30 now and the material basically disintergrated. If any of you lovely ladies know where i could source some of this material i would be forever grateful. Or perhap someone could put some on an ebay auction and post the link here? I do anything to get hold of some!!
Posted by: Joyfalula | August 06, 2009 at 09:35 AM
Thanks for sharing a fun pattern. I have been looking for something just like this. I appreciate your taking the time to put this together. Have a lovely day!
Posted by: Chris | August 06, 2009 at 07:48 PM
Great pattern and WOW - I really DIG you vintage linen closet!!! I'd kill for that stash!
Posted by: Peggie Sue | August 06, 2009 at 08:20 PM
That fabric is to die for - there isn't a better pj pant fabric out there I don't think. Lovely.
Posted by: bellaguinness | August 07, 2009 at 01:10 PM
OK, it's on my to-do-list, Tamara! I actually put some pillows aside the other day to make-over into lounge shorts! I'll use your tutorial though - I am sure it will help a LOT! :-) Cheers, Julie
Posted by: Julie Bouésso | August 07, 2009 at 04:25 PM
I'm going to look for that Betz White tutorial asap! thanks for the heads up Karen :)
Posted by: duckyhouse | August 08, 2009 at 10:46 AM
Oh happy to assist in the addictive cycle and after an 11 hour car trip you need a good sewing reprieve.
Posted by: duckyhouse | August 08, 2009 at 11:30 AM