Originally a passion project, I documented the journey to showcase
my ability to blend creativity, design thinking, and hands-on craftsmanship….
Here is the entire pants construction process
Kenmore Sewing
Machine
Tools
Team
Timeline
Role
Charlie Wang
Jason Situ
Kenneth Shin
Seamstress/Tailor
Graphics
Winter Spring 25
jhasonparker
004. Final Design
jhasonparker
prototype trousers || first look w/s 25
ft. belt loop patch
official ----
we cut and sew until we made these
foundational piece ::: not perfect
trousers right
5'10
30x32
jeans left
6'
29x31
003. Design
What we learned from the ‘astro ones’
How to properly thread the machine
Stiches archetypes
Importance of correct measurements
Compounding Questions
Prep the fabric?
Blind hem- overlock stitch - straight stitch?
Waist band?
Pocket lining.
my shirt as pocket lining
ft. overlock stitch
prototype jeans
29x31
14 oz
13 in leg openings
wash at your XQA risk
made with 100% bull denim
made in XA house
time: 240 minutes
“astro ones” || winter 25
ft. big small pocket concept
Sample Material
(Curtain because it was cheap)
Original Pattern
Initial Fit
Sewing Work
001. Brainstorming
Issue
Market price as of 2024
unfavorable silhouette
Goal: make pants within a day
How do you…
Figurate a sewing machine?
Account for seam allowance?
Know which stitch to use?
Influence
vuja de, mm6, junorise,
helmet lang, heidi
each other
Brainstorm
Create a pair of pants.
How?
We didn't know either
Define
Fabric sourcing
Draft pattern
Design
Cut and sew
Aspen Automotive
Akasaka
Our goal was to create a pair of pants that blended modern streetwear aesthetics with tailored structure—
A silhouette that balances form and function: structured at the waist, relaxed through the leg.
Distinctive design details—panels, stitching, and proportion—that signal intentionality, not mass production.
A garment that captures the JhasonParker brand identity: experimental, textural, and slightly unconventional,
while still comfortable enough for daily wear.
Material selection prioritized affordability without sacrificing durability or texture.
Limited yardage required strategic pattern layout and forced us to design with efficiency
Hardware and notions (zippers, buttons, thread) had to be sourced within a set spending cap, influencing choices
in closure style and seam finishes.
The budget ultimately pushed us toward a more intentional, detail-oriented build
Fit Requirements: Mid-rise waist, straight-to-wide leg, comfortable movement range, and a structured top block.
Sewing Constraints: Pattern pieces had to be reusable, modifiable, and achievable with available equipment
Time Constraints: A weekend build cycle—concept → pattern drafting → sewing → refinement.
Material Constraints: Fabric thickness affected seam allowances, pocket depth, and panel construction; the grainline
and stretch behavior shaped the final silhouette.
002. Define