Minerva Pants Pattern 6004 – Cargo Trousers with Patch Pockets & Back Welt Pockets with Buttoned Flaps
Introducing a pants pattern for the straight-leg cargo trousers – Functional Pockets Meet Rugged Utility. Works for masculine, feminine, or unisex/gender-neutral styling depending on fabric and when drafted to individual measurements.
WHEN TO WEAR DESIGN 6004
A versatile piece for modern wardrobes, these trousers combine durability with practical storage:
- Outdoor Ready: Perfect for hikes, workdays, or travel with secure and spacious cargo pockets.
- Utility Style: Designed for functionality without sacrificing shape—practical yet sharp.
- Street Casual: Pair with sneakers and a casual jacket for an urban, relaxed look.
KEY DESIGN FEATURES
Silhouette: Straight-leg cut with relaxed ease for movement.
Waistband: Structured waistband with belt loops.
Closure: Fly front zipper with buttoned waistband.
Pockets – Front: Slanted side pockets with internal pocket bags.
Pockets – Cargo: Large patch pockets with buttoned flaps placed on side thighs.
Pockets – Back: Welt pockets with buttoned flaps.
Details: Topstitching throughout reinforces seams and adds utility styling.
Style: Rugged, practical, and versatile—suitable for cotton gabardine, twill, or denim.
LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY
Intermediate. For sewists comfortable with patch pocket construction, flaps, and fly fronts.
SEAM ALLOWANCES
No seam allowances by default. If an option to add them at €1 is chosen, pattern will come with seam allowances included.
Please note: a single contour on the pattern pieces means no seam allowances are included. A double contour indicates seam allowances are included.
FABRIC RECOMMENDATIONS FOR PANTS PATTERN 6004
Select firm fabrics to support the structure and pocket detailing:
- Cotton gabardine (dark green, khaki, or navy)
- Cotton twill or canvas
- Medium-weight denim
- Cotton pocketing (white or neutral tones) for lining
Avoid soft or drapey fabrics to ensure durability and shape.
ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES
- Fusible interfacing for waistband reinforcement
- Cotton pocketing white or neutral
- 1 x 20 cm Zipper in matching tone
- Buttons: 1 waistband button, 22 mm (shank style preferred); 2 small buttons, 10 mm (for back pocket flaps); 2 medium buttons, 15 mm (for cargo pocket flaps)
CUTTER’S MUST FOR PANTS PATTERN 6004
From Main Fabric:
- Front leg – 2 pieces
- Back leg – 2 pieces
- Fly facing – 1 piece
- Side front pocket facing – 2 pieces
- Back pocket flap – 4 pieces
- Cargo pocket flap – 4 pieces
- Cargo pocket – 2 pieces
- Back pocket facing – 2 pieces
- Back pocket welts – 4 pieces
- Waistband, left – 1 piece
- Waistband, right – 1 piece
- Belt loops – 1 piece (long strip, cut into segments)
From Cotton Fabric:
- Front pocket bag – 2 pieces
- Back pocket bag – 2 pieces
From Fusible Interfacing:
Half waistband width
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Before cutting your fabric:
- Print and lay out pattern pieces to determine yardage.
- Check mirrored pieces, notches, and grainlines.
- For patterned fabrics, align carefully for symmetry.
PANTS PATTERN 6004 FOR 3D DESIGNERS, CONTRACTORS, AND ADVANCED SEWISTS
DXF AAMA for 3D Designers: Imports into Clo3D for simulation and testing fabric behavior.
PLT Format for Contractors: Compatible with plotters for batch production.
PDF Format for Advanced Sewists: Tiled A4/Letter printing with all notches and details.
CUSTOM FIT OPTIONS WITH INDIVIDUAL MEASUREMENTS OR ASTM SIZES
Pants pattern 6004 supports both standard US ASTM sizing and custom measurements:
- Waist: 35 cm – 140 cm
- Low Hip: 35 cm – 190 cm
The drafting software tailors the pattern to your specific dimensions, ensuring ideal fit at the waist, hips, and leg length—minimizing alterations and enhancing comfort.
CHECK OUT PANTS PATTERN 6040 FOR ANOTHER CARGO TROUSERS DESIGN
