5 sizes
S-XXL 6 - 25+kg / 13 - 55lbs (depending on build)
D Pants are an ultra trim nappy style training pant designed to fit like underwear.
Featuring
- Side snaps for mess free accidents
- Stretch wings and narrow crotch for easy pulling up and down for little learners
- Sewn in insert
- Leading edge pocket for optional booster
- Cotton Lycra lining to give an undies like feel
- PUL outer (apart from wings) to protect clothing, car seats and furniture from accidents
Due to the super trim nature of this pattern, sizing is very build dependent. The pattern includes a crotch adjustment tutorial to customise fit.
Approximate weight and measurements and equilvalent Australian childrens underwear sizing:
SMALL
6-11kg / 13-24lbs / Size 6-12M / Waist 45-49cm (18-19") / Thigh 23-25cm (9-10")
MEDIUM
10-15kg / 22-33lbs / Size 1/ Waist 50-53cm (19.5-21") / Thigh 25-28cm (10-11")
LARGE
14-19kg / 31-42lbs / Size 2 / Waist 53-55cm (20-21.5") / Thigh 28-30.5cm (11-12")
XL
18-22kg / 39-48lbs / Size 3 / Waist 54-56cm (21-22") / Thigh 30.5-33cm (12-13")
XXL
21-25kg / 46-55lbs / Size 4 / Waist 55-57cm (21.5-22.5") / Thigh 33-35.5cm (13-14")
The instructions are written with those fairly new to sewing in mind, and have detailed photographs that take you through each step.
The entire pattern can be made with just a sewing machine. An overlocker is advisable if choosing to making a removable insert, but a sewing machine can be substituted. You will also require a snap press or pliers and snaps (see images for full materials list)
D Pants Pattern
Printable PDF pattern
This is a printable PDF pattern, not the finished article. You will not recieve a physical pattern, you will recieve a zip file download. When you purchase the item you will be sent a link to download the files. This link is only valid for 30 days, so be sure to download and save to your computer straight away. We can reissue your links at any time, please send us an email elsieandd@gmail.com. (Please be aware we are based in Western Australia, and there may be a few hours delay in responding if you are in a different time zone)
The pattern is compatible with A4 and US letter sized paper and also includes as A0 file suitable for copyshop printing.
Due to the nature of a digital product, no refunds will be given for an incorrect purchase.
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No commercial manufacture or outsourcing of product creation is allowed.
Skill Level - INTERMEDIATE
This pattern is a little more challenging than a traditional cloth nappy, but the detailed instructions and photos walk you through each step.