Buy the 8561 sports leggings sewing pattern from Simplicity. It’s perfect for an advanced beginner/intermediate dressmaker. These knit leggings are available in both miss sizes XS to XL and plus sizes 1X to 5X. Special features include contrasting, twisted tabs at ankle, stirrup detail, convenient side pockets and super flattering rear curved seam.

This sewing pattern is available to buy in the following format:

– PAPER (next working day dispatch on orders and FREE UK delivery over £50)

Suggested fabrics: Sized for stretch knits only: active wear knits, spandex blends, two way stretch.

Note: Extra fabric maybe needed to match plaids, stripes, one-way designs fabrics or shrinkage.

Sizing: AA (XS-S-M-L-XL) BB (1X-5X), approx. UK sizes AA (4/6 – 20), BB (20– 38/40). Please check the size chart and finished garment measurements.

Notions: Thread. A,B: 1/2" wide elastic: 1 yd. for sizes XS-XL, 1 1/2 yd. for sizes 1XL-5XL. C,D: 1/2" wide elastic: 1 yd. for sizes XS-XL, 1 3/8 yd. for sizes 1XL-5XL.

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