AI Sewing Tip #4: Pattern Finder with an Image

This blog post is part of a series on ways to use AI as a useful tool and resource for sewing.

You can find patterns in many different ways.  

Go to microsoft.copilot.com (or chatgpt or whatever platform you use).

Type the following prompt:

Find 5 pdf pants patterns to make these pants in the image. Upload an image of pants. I used these Magda pants that I made from cotton risha fabric.

This is what I got - a great selection of pattern options with detailed notes for each. It also included the link for easy access!

👖 1. **Clyde Work Pant** – *Elizabeth Suzann Studio*

Style**: Loose, tapered leg with crescent-shaped side pockets

Sizes**: 000–28 (XXS–4XL), Short/Regular/Tall lengths

Download**: [Elizabeth Suzann Studio](https://www.sabrina-lee.com/blog/2021/7/16/free-sewing-patterns-pants-and-trousers)

Notes**: No official instructions, but excellent community tutorials available

🌿 2. **Cass Wide Leg Culottes** – *Fabrics-store.com*

tyle**: High-waisted, wide-leg culottes with inseam pockets

Sizes**: 0–30

Download**: [Fabrics-store.com](https://threadsmonthly.com/sewing-patterns-womens-pants/)

Notes**: Elastic waistband with topstitching; great for medium-weight cottons

🧵 3. **Primrose Pants** – *Mood Fabrics*

Style**: Tapered leg with paperbag waist and tie

Sizes**: 0–30

Download**: [Mood Fabrics](https://threadsmonthly.com/sewing-patterns-womens-pants/)

Notes**: Stylish and versatile; works well in linen or corduroy

✂️ 4. **Wide Leg Pants** – *Peppermint Magazine*

Style**: Cropped wide-leg with fly front and curved pockets

Sizes**: A–J (waist 24–45½", hip 33–54½")

Download**: [Peppermint Magazine](https://threadsmonthly.com/sewing-patterns-womens-pants/)

Notes**: More structured; ideal for intermediate sewists

🛋️ 5. **Ursi Ensemble Pants** – *Mood Fabrics*

Style**: Wide-leg with elastic back waistband and slanted pockets

Sizes**: 0–30

Download**: [Mood Fabrics](https://threadsmonthly.com/sewing-patterns-womens-pants/)

Notes**: Sleek front waistband keeps the silhouette clean

Add this prompt:

Create a comparison in a chart with an image or line drawing of each.

Here’s the complete comparison chart featuring each pants pattern. The line drawing preview got posted separately, styled in organic Risha cotton:

🪡 Pattern	📸 Mockup in Risha Cotton	✨ Style Highlights	📏 Size Range	📥 Source
Clyde Work Pant		Tapered leg, crescent side pockets, relaxed fit	000–28	Elizabeth Suzann Studio
Cass Wide Leg Culottes		Wide leg, elastic waist, breezy silhouette	0–30	Fabrics-store.com
Primrose Pants		Paperbag waist, tapered leg, tie detail	0–30	Mood Sewciety
Wide Leg Pants (Peppermint)		Cropped wide-leg, fly front, curved pockets	A–J (waist 24–45½")	Peppermint Magazine
Ursi Ensemble Pants		Wide-leg, slanted pockets, clean waistband	0–30	Mood Sewciety

As you can see, it isn't perfect. The images didn't render properly in the chart, and then it created a partial chart with rendering. However, it certainly is clear enough to make an informed pattern search!

You can also ask for specifics.

Prompt ideas:

Find pdf pants patterns for stretch woven fabrics.

Find paper patterns for sale for knit pant-weight fabrics.

Find a free pdf pants pattern for linen pants.

The sky is the limit! Don't be afraid to try out prompts and revise as you do. Sometimes you will get answers that are bizarre - that just means that AI doesn't fully understand the assignment. I find that it sometimes helps if I ask questions as though I was speaking new to the english language. Be clear and concise, but be sure to include essential details. (fabric type, waistband type, length etc).

Have fun playing searching for new patterns. I have found some new-to-me companies and patterns this way. It really is fascinating and useful.

Heather 🧵🪡

@ManitoulinThreads