Modern, confident and beautifully constructed, the Alba Pants are a rewarding make using the impeccably drafted Tessuti pattern. With their softly curved wide leg, cropped length and mid-rise waist, they combine clean tailoring with everyday wearability. A flat faced front, gently elasticated back, classic fly front, shaped back yokes and generous pockets give the finished trousers a refined, workwear-inspired feel.
For this edition, we’ve paired Alba with Liberty Fabrics Bourneville Cotton Drill in Laith - a richly textured floral design inspired by the craftsmanship of the Spitalfields Weavers. Drawn from archival studies of woven brocades, Laith’s graphic botanical waves and synchronised blooms create depth, movement and quiet drama across the cloth. The result is a striking yet sophisticated statement trouser.
Before you Start
This is a more involved project best suited to intermediate makers. We recommend reading through the Tessuti instructions fully before beginning, paying particular attention to the fly front construction and waistband finish.
Take your time with topstitching and pressing - crisp pressing will make all the difference to the final look.
Fabric & Care
Main fabric: Your kit includes Liberty’s Bourneville Cotton Drill and is woven from 100% cotton in a medium-heavy weight with a beautifully structured handle.
Composition: 100% cotton.
Care: We recommend a gentle machine wash on a cool setting and air drying. Do not tumble dry.
Sizing
The Alba Pants Kit is supplied in two separate size ranges, and you will have selected one when ordering your kit. The available size ranges are AUS 6–14 and AUS 16–22, each with the correct quantities of fabric and notions included.
We recommend referring to the measurement chart in the instructions provided to review both body measurements and finished garment measurements before choosing which size to make.
What’s in your Kit?
Your kit includes 100% cotton drill fabric, matching thread, tear-away Vilene, elastic, a metal zipper, a button, and the Tessuti Alba Pants paper pattern with full step-by-step instructions.
You’ll just need your usual sewing tools: sewing machine, fresh machine needle, pins or clips, scissors or rotary cutter, ruler, marking tools, and an iron and ironing board.
Extra Resources
If you’d like to see how others have styled the Alba Pants, Tessuti’s website and social channels are a great source of inspiration. Online sewing communities and blogs also offer helpful insights.
There is also a video tutorial, for Steps 1-20 of the Alba Pants pattern. This covers pockets, zip insertion, and front facing.
Clothkits Notes
The Alba Pants are a wonderfully satisfying sew. Take your time, enjoy the process, and lean into the tailoring details - careful pressing, accurate topstitching and steady construction will reward you with a pair of beautifully finished trousers that feel both contemporary and timeless.
Happy sewing from the Clothkittens 💛