Description
Free Pajama Pants! A free PDF sewing pattern for loose-fit unisex pajama pants is my gift to you.
The options include:
- Regular and low-rise
- Side seam pockets
- Elastic waistband
- Cut lines for shorts, capris, and pants
- Optional drawstring
- Optional trim accent on legs
- Tested on both men and women. We recommend women go down one size.
- Want to match the kids? Check out the FREE Kids’ Woven Pajama Pants!
These are loose fitting and we recommend using the outseam for sizing purposes. Outseam can be measured from waist to hem, on the outside of the leg. This pattern can be made in quilting cotton or flannel. If using knit or fleece, consider sizing down. Sizes include XXS – 5XL.
AS ALWAYS…
This listing is for a downloaded PDF sewing pattern, NOT a finished product. Your download should immediately pop up after purchasing, but you can also log into your account at any time and download the package again. Your downloads will include a professionally drawn pattern with trimless pages and layers.
The pattern pieces included are formatted for 8.5×11, A4 (typically outside of the US), Projector, and A0 printers. Please remember to NOT use the A4 pattern unless you are located outside of the US and own an A4 printer and A4 paper. The A0 pattern is specifically designed for large format printing. You have permission from 5 out of 4 Patterns to have this pattern printed at your local copy shop.
The separate tutorial download includes hyperlinks to help you navigate to whichever options you’re interested in doing. It also includes professionally drawn images for each tutorial step as well as pictures for steps that might be a little tricky. We take great pains to make the tutorial as clear as possible! We’ve even included links to our YouTube channel, where you can find video tutorials on certain steps.
Tiffany (verified owner) –
This pattern is great! Such an easy sew with many different options to make the perfect comfy pants. The directions are well written with excellent photos and images to help guide you. There is even a layout guide for your fabric! Most PDF patterns do not include this. Also the sizes are layered in the PDF so you can create a pair of pants that fits perfectly! This was my first 5 out of 4 pattern and I was very pleased with everything. There are also 3 different printing options for U.S. and international printers. If you need a pair of pajama pants this is the pattern for you! They’re not just for lounging around the house though because I’m planning on making a pair out of linen for the beach next summer too!
Rachel (verified owner) –
I wanted to make pajama pants for my dad as a christmas gift and I was having trouble finding a good pattern. I made a pair using a store bought pattern and I hated the way they came out! After asking around I was introduced to this pattern so I gave it a shot. SO glad I did! These pants came out perfect, exactly what I was looking for and an easy to follow pattern. I can’t wait to buy more patterns from 5 out of 4.
Helen –
A great, simple pattern. Easy to follow.
I measured up at the very low end of an XL and I like quite roomy pajamas so went with the XL. They fit well, but in hindsight, I’d go for the L as the finished pajamas really are roomy (it does say this on the pattern, it gives finished measurements too, and also suggests if you’re between sizes that you should choose the size down – but as a larger woman I’m stuck in the mentality of bigger being the safer option!).
Aimee Wilson (verified owner) –
Great pattern! My son loved the fit and pockets. I was able to get a pair of size medium high rise out of 2 yards of 60″ wide knit and have enough left over for a size medium men’s boxers and still have a little left over.
Lara (verified owner) –
While I haven’t made this yet, I LOVE the layers, so much easier to then print on a black and white printer. This will work perfectly for my 10 yr old I can’t find anything that will fit her well.
Jazziemay –
Hello,
this pattern seems very easy to make and i would really like to try it. how do i get it?
Jessica Pierce –
You can download the pattern for free here: https://5outof4.com/product/pajama-pants/
Gen (verified owner) –
Easy to sew, good directions. End up very baggy though despite following measuring guides.
Michelle Hassell (verified owner) –
Oh my god thank you for this pattern. I’ve wanted so much fabric (mostly remnant) fabric using patterns that really seem incomplete (sizes are off, for example or they have a 1in long short leg and just tell you to add four inches somewhere, but not tell you where or how)
This pattern is beautifully detailed. The PDF for the print pattern alone is a work of art. The layers make it so you can clearly see what pattern line you need, so no trying to find that one spot of color when multiple sizing lines overlap. The instructions are extremely detailed including the sizing the information. There is also a chart that tells you what pattern pages you need to print for the short version or the capri version, saving you time, ink, and paper.
I also appreciate that the elastic and drawstring were planned for in the pattern and I wasn’t trying to add some inches to my cut to make a waistband. It’s something so simple, but there are meaning patterns that want you to add a different type of fabric to encase your elastic.
Keep in mind that because this is a unisex pattern, the legs won’t be very fitted or not fited at all if you have thing legs. I have somewhat large thighs, so this wasn’t a problem for me and for my comfy lounge pants I don’t want tight anyway.
This pattern is a lifesaver. I was starting to get super frustrated and I’m not skilled enough yet to draft my own pattern.
I’m a very beginner sewer and with these instructions and pattern I worked up my first pair of pajama shorts in about two hours from cutting to finishing.
Marilyn (verified owner) –
Can I give it seven stars? This is by far the best pajama pants pattern at any price. It has every possible option/feature that you could want. My daughter is really fussy about her pj pants (well, about most things really) and she loved the pants I made her from this pattern. She loves the pockets, drawstring, and low rise. It’s amazing. She’s only 5′ tall so I had to shorten them by a lot, but the curves blended easily. Thank you so much for this pattern.
Diane –
I’m not a fan of this PJ pants pattern. The waistband design is ugly, and this is clearly a pattern meant for wovens, not for knits. The pocket placement was also far too high. Too bad I wasted some very expensive custom knit fabric cutting these up. I’m now trying to salvage them for another PJ pants pattern.
hawksandcubbies (verified owner) –
Wow! I haven’t started sewing yet, I just “bought” this pattern for $0.00!!! Let me tell you, I am so impressed. Wow, I have no other words. I can’t wait to get started. The tutorial is written extremely well, the pattern is easy to understand, AND the layering! I can’t have; I have no more words. Thank you!! I will be back to purchase more patterns. Like the swimsuit or….!
Catherine Vincent (verified owner) –
Must have in my house. My husband and I are in love with them. I personally like a higher rise so I added 2 inches above the pockets and they fit me wonderfully!
Anna Krista (verified owner) –
Best pajama pants pattern – and it’s FREE. How fabulous is that? I love that it has pockets (because, really, what doesn’t need pockets?). I also love that the low-rise option is such a nice curve that lets the waist sit at a great spot in the front while still rising high enough in the back to, er, cover everything when one is lounging around. Thanks for this pattern – I’ll definitely stick with it when making pajamas. I did go down one size as recommended for women (from the 3X my hip measurement put me in to a 2X instead) and the fit was spot on – comfortable and roomy enough without being baggy. I’ve sewn pairs in cotton and flannel so far. Thanks for this pattern!
Parris Southworth (verified owner) –
I’ve done pajama pants before, but this pattern has a contoured waist, so that was a little fussy for me to figure out how to get it all set with a patterned fabric. That being said they sewed up great and I love them! I wear an XL and the size is pretty roomy for me, which is great for lounging about in. I was able to have a nice pair of pj’s by the end of the day – so happy!
Tiffany Mantua (verified owner) –
Definitely size down! I’m usually an XL and I fit into the medium size. Overall though, the pattern is extremely well written and very easy to follow!
Rebekah Carton (verified owner) –
The pattern didnt make sense and I ended up with something going very wrong.
Jessica Pierce –
Send us an email and we’ll try and help you out! info@5outof4.com
Ava Foster (verified owner) –
Can’t find the pdf and I can’t print it
Tiffany Boushey (verified owner) –
Hi Ava. You will need to log into your account, go to your orders, and then you can download it from there. You also should have received an email with your order and a link. If you need more assistance, you can email info@5outof4.com
Nicole (verified owner) –
I love this pattern! I took the advice to size down to a small and then tried another pair in medium. I like both for different reasons. The ones that I sized down are slimmer and could almost be made in a fashion fabric for daytime use. However, because of the way I am shaped (wide thighs) the pockets are awkward. The size M is roomy, but not overly so. I love the way that the front and backs are proportioned so the seam line comes forward. I tried both the low and regular rise as I typically prefer a lower rise. In this case the regular rise was my preference. Of course, your mileage may vary depending on your shape. While size is an indicator, we all wear our size in different ways.
I used this pattern to teach some high schoolers how to sew and they all ended up thrilled with their handmade PJs!
My only gripe was that the seam allowances are 3/8″ and I found it hard to do pink or overlock so I ended up zigzagging the seam allowance.
cholko (verified owner) –
These are my go-to lounge pants. Roomy, comfy, and POCKETS! Those pockets even hold my e-reader! I’ve been looking for a pattern to make lps for my grandkids to match Mom and Dad for Christmas, but nothing compares. I’m just hoping that the smaller sizes will fit them. For This is Spinal Tap fans, this one’s an eleven!
Graciela M Smith (verified owner) –
kinda confused on how to downlod the pattern
Laura ONeal (verified owner) –
Sorry for any confusion. Here’s what you need to do:
Go to the listing here: https://5outof4.com/product/pajama-pants/
Add it to your cart, then “purchase” it. Since it’s free you won’t be charged but it has to go through the system. It will, then, be in your account and you will receive an email. If you have any issues email info@5outof4.com. Thanks!
Joan Ellis (verified owner) –
Really lovely drafting. These pants are intended to be a very loose fit. If you prefer something smaller, flat measure, and size down. Many of my students, young and old have enjoyed making these. A great teaching pattern, and it has pockets! We were able to use the smallest size (and shorter length) to make them fit for kids as young as 7-8. Thrilled that there is a kids version now! Thank you 5oo4!
Jayne Wilson (verified owner) –
Great pattern! Well designed and love the options for lower rise and drawstring. I also really appreciated the option for making the pants with no side seams. Will definitely be making more! Thanks for the free pattern, very generous!! :))
Twila (verified owner) –
Had some misgivings when I saw the back of the pants were the same height for both regular rise and low rise, but made the low rise anyway. When finished, the back is inches higher than the front. When you wear them the elastic in the back slides down to match where the front elastic is, which causes 2-3 inches of material to stick out oddly just under the elastic in the back and makes the butt very saggy. I’m going to unpick the entire casing and cut probably two inches off the back and see if I can salvage them. Measured in a small and made a small and they are roomy as stated. If I try again I will probably slide the regular rise down a bit all the way around to create a more even low rise waist, and make the xs.
mjpe0808 –
Where can I find the free pattern for this.
Jessica Pierce –
This is the listing for the free pattern. You check out just as you would with a paid pattern, but you aren’t charged anything.
Abi (verified owner) –
Fantastic PJs. Instructions clear (I’m a beginner). I made the small size for me, partner the medium and even used the kids pattern for the 10 month old. They whip up quickly once you understand the construction. I did it all on an Overlocker too. I used brushed cotton, which was easy to sew with and warm and snug. Definitely making more. I did use the A0 copy shop to project on my projector too. Such a fab pattern and a bonus its free!
Kelly NZ (verified owner) –
Great pattern. Thanks so much. I got a kick out of making some for my husband, and although I made them a size too big but they are comfy.. I was really thrilled at how easy it was to make the pockets – being my first attempt at pockets.
Next I’ll make some for myself.
kanwolf2 (verified owner) –
The pattern looks so easy and I’m anxious to try it out but I’m having trouble piecing it together and can’t find a guide to help me.
Lindsay (verified owner) –
Hello! There is a video to help you tape the pattern together. You can find that video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WQlcHKwbfmE
Hope that helps!
Hayley H – AUS (verified owner) –
I am a sewing noob and decided to make these pj’s as my first project. The pattern was super easy to assemble and the instructions were easy to follow. I adjusted to Capri style, but as I am fairly short, I had trouble redrawing the pattern edge for a symmetric inside leg as it was way out of alignment after I eliminated 5″ of pattern, so opted to just eliminate length from the bottom rather than taking out excess from the middle of the legs. I also joined the pattern pieces to be one piece as shown on the tutorial to eliminate the outseam – GREAT TIP. This worked fabulously for me as I used stripy fabric and trying to line up the stripes would have been tricky for a new sewer. The step to sew in the elastic waist was a learning curve (how to stretch the elastic while sewing and lining up with fabric) but I’m glad I persevered and learnt something new. The only thing that could have made it easier is a step by step video tutorial but I got there in the end and finished my pajama pants. They are sooo comfy and I love them! I’m definitely going to make another pair – its likely all my friends and family will all be getting personalised pajama’s for Christmas! Thank you for this awesome pattern and making it FREE!! 😀
Aphro A (verified owner) –
Easy pattern to print, assemble, cut and sew up. Fast projects can be thrown together in a couple of hours when a chill is on the way. I’ve made flannel and fleece bottoms using this pattern. I used the 4-part leg with pocket for the flannels, and the 2-part leg without pockets for the fleecies.
KANWOLF2 – the instructions are a separate PDF with the download, and tell you how to print the pattern and how to put it together. Be sure you print pattern p1 first at 100% and check that the squares are the correct sizes.
Sarah Whitcomb (verified owner) –
This is an awesome pattern. I am completely new to sewing, and used this for making my very first garment ever! I love how easy it was to follow the instructions. The only place I got confused was adding in the pockets, but I was able to look up a youtube video and got it all completed perfectly! I really appreciate how it walks you through how to customize the pattern to fit your own size too. I plan to keep using this in the future for making more pajama pants. Love it!