Extending a pattern

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This might be wildly ambitious but I thought I’d ask anyway!
I have a pattern which makes lovely leggings for up to 12-18 months. After drooling over the mama leggings that Fred & Noah sell, I wondered if it would be possibly to extend my baby pattern to make some leggings for myself? I’m assuming it’s not just a case of stretching it all out?

It’s more than just extending: your proportions are v different from a toddlers. There’s an online pdf pattern store called Patterns for Pirates. They have a free ladies leggings pattern. Another site called Halla has a free kids one. You just download, print, stick and off you go.

Thanks so much, I’ll have a look now

Any joy? If you’re on face book then join their groups for loads of pointers and support. It’s addictive!

Yes, thanks! I found a good pattern of Patterns for Pirates and joined the group, although I’m not 100% sure what a lot of them are talking about yet!

They’re mostly American, so doubly confusing! Actually they’re a super kind, supportive bunch of (mostly) women so don’t be afraid to ask for general sewing advice there too. Have a good nose at the website: lots of freebie patterns adults and kids.