Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Tessuti's Anita Ponti Pants in Bleach Boys

Readers, I am currently quite sick. I've been laid up with yet another bout of sinusitis, and have taken the drastic measure of changing ENT surgeons, had another CT scan and had my nose vacuumed. Crazy times.

Because I feel sick all I want to wear is cushy, comfy, cosy clothing. Like my new Tessuti Anita Ponti Pants. These pants are described as 'slim pants' - and that they are. They aren't quite a legging (I wouldn't wear leggings except under a dress/skirt). They are very comfy stretchy pants.

I made them in Bleach Boys Ponti from Tessuti.



Bleurgh - I do look sick... 
These pants come together very easily. I made a straight size 10 - the only alteration was to add 3cm in length. I think they took about 2 hours to make. I lifted my overlocker blade while stitching down the elastic - I was a bit nervous about nicking the elastic!


I made these pants about a month ago and have consistently worn them - enough so that I'm making a plain black pair as we speak.

This ponti is verrrrry thick. I don't know how confident I'd be in a lighter ponti in these pants - they don't leave much 'hiding room' if you know what I mean.


I wore these today to my ENT appointment, with an Icebreaker Merino wool roll neck jumper and my Camper boots. And Icebreaker Merino wool socks. I was toasty warm. Perfect for a girl who is under the weather.

I was a bit dubious about the printed pants trend when it all began, but now I feel like I am going to embrace it wholeheartedly. What are your thoughts?

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19 comments:

  1. AnonymousMay 22, 2013 at 2:40 AM

    They look fab - you needn't have been dubious, it's a trend that suits you. Hope you're feeling better soon.

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  2. xmissjacksonxMay 22, 2013 at 2:52 AM

    Definitely keen to try this pattern after seeing yours!

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  3. ChristyMay 22, 2013 at 2:58 AM

    No vacuuming is good, least of all the nose variety. I hope you bounce back quickly. Love the pants. They are on my list too.

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  4. poppykettleMay 22, 2013 at 4:22 AM

    How AWESOME is icebreaker? About as much so as these bleach boys. Love the ponti print - they look great!

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  5. MarieMay 22, 2013 at 6:06 AM

    If you can pull of printed pants as well as you do, it would be rude not to make and wear them I say! ;o) Hope you're feeling much better soon, you poor thing!

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  6. Heather LouMay 22, 2013 at 6:48 AM

    I'm sorry you're sick but your pants are pretty dope dude. Love that print. I'm not a big fan of "tights as pants" but the slightly looser fit and printed thick knit sway me...

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  7. BobbiMay 22, 2013 at 8:05 AM

    I've had chronic sinus problems for a long time so I can sympathise - I hope you get feeling better soon.
    Love the pants! I'm going to have to save up some courage to make a pair!

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  8. sarahpMay 22, 2013 at 3:48 PM

    They look great on you. It seems it all hinges on the print, and this looks great on you.

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  9. MareeMay 22, 2013 at 3:58 PM

    You do look unwell you poor thing. Your cool pants should cheer you up.
    I hope you can get assistance with this damm sinusitis - you have suffered for so long. x

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  10. AnonymousMay 22, 2013 at 4:49 PM

    I think these look great!! I've been wanting to read a review on this pattern and you and are similar size. Perfect.

    Sorry to hear you're not well. Get Well Soon!

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  11. AmandaMay 22, 2013 at 8:36 PM

    These are sassy! The Anitas that are popping up all look fierce in the thick ponti- especially the prints!
    I hope your sinus problems are sorted soon- the surgery is hellish but it's worth it for the relief at the other end!

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  12. UnknownMay 22, 2013 at 11:17 PM

    They look great! Hope you feel better soon. xx

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  13. JanoMay 24, 2013 at 3:35 AM

    I really like your pants and love icebreaker here too- I just generally love merino to wear!

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  14. UnknownMay 26, 2013 at 9:59 PM

    Just gorgeous! Just right to make you feel at least a little bit better. Get well soon!

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  15. memMay 27, 2013 at 7:07 PM

    poor you , I have been through that and ended up coughing so much I gave my self a prolapse !!!( since fixed) Do take it seriously . Cortisone and antibiotics over months finally fixed me . Love the pants . i am a bit too long in the tooth for that print but i love them on you . Get well soon.

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  16. PaolaMay 28, 2013 at 6:24 PM

    I've made three pairs of Anita Pontis - two for me, and one for my daughter. Great pattern, I wear mine all the time, and yep, that print looks great!

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  17. NettieMay 31, 2013 at 10:07 PM

    These look amazing on you!! You've inspired me to buy printed fabric for pants!!!

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  18. SharonJune 5, 2013 at 5:04 AM

    amazing pants and hope you are feeling better!

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  19. GabrielleJune 6, 2013 at 6:27 AM

    OMG - I have the pattern (tested it on some plain blue ponti the other day, and you're right, with the thinner ponti there is definitely nowhere to hide) and have the pattern, and I'm planning to make some Anita ponti pants in Bleach Boys this weekend! Very glad to see they look so cool sewn up, and I promise I have not been stalking or anything weird like that (MMM took me out of touch in fact).

    Hope you are feeling better too...

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