Bring the drama with our DIY Fringe Chaps Sewing Pattern!
Designed for movers, makers, and magic-makers, these chaps are perfect for festivals, pole fitness, cosplay, or just turning heads wherever you go. This downloadable PDF pattern features a flattering waistband, easy-to-follow construction, and a customizable fringe detail so you can make them totally your own. Whether you’re rocking them over shorts, a bodysuit, or swimwear, these chaps are a must-have for any bold DIY wardrobe. Beginner-friendly with a little sass — you’ll be strutting your stuff in no time! ✨
- Includes sizes XS-L
- One coverage option, open front & open back
- Formatted to print on US letter (8.5 x 11)
- Test square in US 2 x 2 inch
- Formatted to print on A4 with metric International / European paper size (210 x 297 mm)
- Test square in Metric unit 5 x 5 cm
- Pattern is color coded per size so you can make YOUR custom size
This is a DIGITAL product, available for instant download immediately after purchase. Due to the nature of this product, returns, exchanges, and refunds are not permitted.
What You Will Need
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- 1/3 Yard of 2- or 4-way Stretch Fabric
- Waistband (look at measurements on the sewing pattern)
- ¼ Yard Optional Fringe
- Matching Thread
- Overlock machine / zig-zag stitch on a regular sewing machine
Pattern Assembly
- Sew Lower Waistband Seams
With right sides of the fabric together, separately sew the lower waistband seams of the front chaps (piece 1) and back chaps (piece 2). Use a ¼” seam allowance and a serger/overlock stitch. - Join Front and Back Chaps at Waist
Open the seams on pieces (1) and (2). Place them right sides together and sew the small sides of the waist using a serger stitch. - Sew Waistband (Piece 3)
With right sides together, sew the short sides of the waistband (piece 3) together using a serger stitch to form a loop. - Attach Waistband to Chaps
Fold the waistband (3) in half lengthwise, wrong sides together. With light tension, attach the folded waistband to the top edge of the joined chaps (1 & 2) using a serger/overlock stitch (or a stretch stitch on a home sewing machine). The waistband is intentionally smaller to provide stretch—gently pull as you sew. (Refer to waistband measurements on the sewing pattern.) - Optional: Topstitch Waistband Seam
Open the seam where you attached the waistband and topstitch it flat using a cover stitch, zigzag stitch, or any stretch stitch for a more professional finish. (Optional step.) - Attach Fringe (Piece 4)
Cut your desired fringe length (4). Stay-stitch the fringe into place inside the front and back chaps (1 & 2) where marked. You can create your own fringe or use pre-made fringe for a custom look. - Sew Inner and Outer Thigh Seams
With right sides together, sew the inner and outer thigh seams of the chaps (pieces 1 & 2) using a ¼” serger stitch. Be careful to catch the edge of the fringe (4) inside the seam where applied. - Hem Raw Edges
Fold all remaining raw edges inward by ½” and sew using a stretch stitch to hem.
