A pair of almost black indigo jeans topstitched with matched thread. They are folded in half at the center front to show the zip fly, a brass button, and a pink bandana fabric waistband lining. For maximum softness, all rivets are replaced with tacking stitches.
Back view of same pair of jean, folded at center back seam. Pockets have an opposing chevron pattern stitched across them for reinforcement.
The waistband is lined with pink bandana cotton to both reduce bulk and provide stability to the stretch denim waistband. Front pocket bags are green bandana cotton and have flap that extend from the top of the bag into the waistband and center front to keep them from twisting when worn. Their edges are overlocked rather than French seamed to reduce bulk and speed drying. The fly extension/facing is a cut-on piece (more bulk reduction) and is lined on the inner guard with more green bandana fabric. Side and crotch seams are finished with standard overlocked. Side seams are pressed open and flat. Inseam has been felled to the back with two rows of topstitching. Crotch seam is similarly finished and felled to the left. This is different than the enclosed felled seam on commercially made jeans. The technique greatly reduces bulk and stiffness along those seams and facilitates later alterations. All side seam allowances are 3/4" to allow for considerable future alterations.
Inside back view of same jeans. All points where belt loops and back pockets are anchored with tacking stitches have reinforcing pieces of denim selvedge. This extra bit of reinforcement keeps them from deforming or tearing the stretch denim.
Jeff's #BootyJeans are done! Here's a look at them from both outside and in to show off more hidden features of elfkin construction. Details in the alt text. #sewing #fashion #ElfkinCollection
