Do you know how hard it is to take photographs of pyjama trousers yourself?
These are super simple lounge pants with elasticated waist, and no other details. I took full advantage of the gorgeous printed fabric and whipped up this pair in about ten minutes, hardly worth blogging even!
Although, they are effective like this, thanks to the lovely drapey printed fabric, I think I am now regretting not adding a deep hem cuff in a complimentary fabric, and similar waistband with a pretty ribbon tie, that would have made them extra special.
Meanwhile, I'm pretty happy, they feel lovely on, and pass for casual day wear, at least around the house.
The obvious choice of what to do with them was of course to make some pyjamas. I love pyjamas for lounging in. I'm not really a tracky pants kind of person, but if I want a cosy stay at home day I'm much more likely to wear pyjamas.
I used a pair of men's pyjamas I find comfy as a basis for drafting the pattern.
I cut the pyjama bottoms to take advantage of the hems already sewn onto the sheet, and gave them a simple elasticated waist.
The pyjama top has a soft collar, front patch pocket and is finished with lovely vintage buttons picked up at Stockport's Vintage Village for £1.
I used french seams throughout for comfort.
I'm very pleased with the results for a first draft. I think I will make a few minor adjustments to the pyjama top pattern next time. I think I'd prefer the top looser fitting, though not by much.