Minerva Pants Pattern 6041 – Pleated Straight-Leg Trousers with Cuffs and Welt Back Pockets
Introducing pants pattern for classic trousers with front pleats, turn-up cuffs and refined tailoring – Timeless Masculine Structure with Everyday Wearability. This trouser design is suitable for a unisex category. It has a clean, straight, traditionally tailored shape that can work for all genders when drafted to individual measurements.
WHEN TO WEAR DESIGN 6041
These trousers offer a smart and versatile silhouette suitable for both casual and refined looks:
- Office & Daily Wear: Clean front pleats and welt pockets create a polished appearance suitable for work and meetings.
- Smart-Casual Styling: Pair with loafers, brogues, or a blazer for urban sophistication.
- Seasonless Wardrobe Staple: Turn-up cuffs and a straight fit make these trousers ideal in wool suiting for colder months or cotton blends for spring/summer.
KEY DESIGN FEATURES
Silhouette: Straight-leg trousers with relaxed ease through the hip and thigh.
Front Details: Double front pleats under the waistband, front fly zipper with a button, slanted side pockets.
Back Details: Welt pockets, streamlined two-dart shaping for a smooth fit.
Hem: Turn-up cuffs for a refined tailored look.
Waistband: Structured waistband with belt loops, closed with a button and zipper fly.
Style: Classic menswear pants – clean, structured and adaptable for suiting or casual wear.
LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY
Intermediate. Requires accuracy when sewing welt pockets, cuffs, fly zipper installation, and waistband shaping.
SEAM ALLOWANCES
No seam allowances by default. If the €1 option is selected, pattern will come with seam allowances. Important: Single contour = no seam allowances.Double contour = seam allowances included.
FABRIC RECOMMENDATIONS FOR PANTS PATTERN 6041
Choose medium-weight fabrics that hold pleats and structure well:
Main Fabrics:
- Wool suiting or wool-blend gabardine
- Cotton twill, sateen, chino cloth
- Lightweight denim or linen blends (for summer versions)
Pocketing/Lining Fabric:
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Cotton pocketing or viscose lining (for front pocket bags and back pocket lining)
ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES
- Fusible interfacing (for waistband, fly facing, pocket welts)
- Pocket lining fabric
- Zipper (18–20 cm)
- 1 button for waistband closure
CUTTER’S MUST FOR PANTS PATTERN 6041
From Main Fabric:
- Front leg – 2 pieces
- Back leg – 2 pieces
- Front pocket underlay/facing – 2 pieces
- Front pocket trim/facing – 2 pieces
- Back pocket underlay – 2 pieces
- Back pocket welt facing – 2 pieces
- Fly shield/guard – 1 piece
- Fly facing – 1 piece
- Waistband, left – 1 piece
- Waistband, right – 1 piece
- Belt loops – 1 strip (cut later into several pieces)
From Lining / Pocketing Fabric:
- Front pocket bags – 4 pieces
- Back pocket bags – 2 pieces
- Front leg lining – 2 pieces
From Fusible Interfacing:
- Waistband pieces (inner side)
- Fly facing & fly guard
- Back welt pocket facings and welts
- Pocket opening edges
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Before cutting your fabric:
- Print and arrange all pattern pieces according to fabric width (90–150 cm).
- Ensure mirrored pieces for left and right sides.
- Follow grainlines and pay attention to directional fabrics and stripes.
- Align all tailoring notches precisely for pleats, welt pockets, fly, and waistband.
PANTS PATTERN 6041 FOR 3D DESIGNERS, CONTRACTORS & ADVANCED SEWISTS
DXF AAMA: Compatible with CLO3D or CAD software for accurate digital draping and visualization.
PLT: For contractors and professional plotting.
PDF: Print-at-home tiled format for experienced sewists.
CUSTOM FIT OPTIONS WITH INDIVIDUAL MEASUREMENTS OR ASTM SIZES
Pants pattern 6001 supports both standard US ASTM sizing and custom measurements.
- Waist: 35 cm to 140 cm
- Low Hip: 35 cm to 190 cm
- Height: 150 cm to 200 cm
The software tailors each piece to your precise dimensions, ensuring a flattering and comfortable fit.
CHECK OUT PANTS PATTERN 6001 OR MATCH IT WITH A JACKET PATTERN FOR A COMPLETE LOOK
