Helene Jeans

I wanted to try out the Top Down Center Out (TDCO) fitting method by Ithaca Maven for the first time on a pair of hard pants. The Crooked Hem has done an excellent job explaining this method in depth, please check out their youtube tutorials and blog.

The Helene Jeans pattern is having a bit of a moment right now. They look so cute on others and have the perfect vintage look I’m craving. I was won over! I was determined and excited to test out TDCO on this pattern.