My favorite joggers are the Fortuna Joggers from the Sew Beautiful Book by Kennis Wong. When Kennis asked for testers for the Nusle Joggers (to be released as an Itch to Stitch pattern) I signed up right away. The Nusle Joggers are a simplified version of the Fortuna Joggers, but they also have options not available on the Fortuna Joggers.
The Nusle Joggers have the same front pockets, but do not have a woven facing like the Fortunas. The Nusle Joggers have a knit facing that goes on the inside of the pocket. The Nusle Joggers do not have a back pocket.
The Nusle Joggers have a wider leg below the knee. However, this did not appear to be consistent across all sizes. The smaller sizes were very fitted below the knee while the lager sizes had a lot more room. This had to do with the size of individuals calves and thighs in relation to the hip size. The pattern has calf and thigh measurements so you can adjust the fit of the joggers, by sizing up or down, to get a looser or slimmer fit.
The only modification I made to my joggers was to add one inch to the center back rise. I have a lot of junk in my trunk. I did not shorten the legs as I find I prefer my joggers a little long so that my ankles always stay covered - even when I sit like a pretzel in my chair while I work.
I have noticed that I wear my one cotton lycra Sibiu Top all the time and decided to make two more to go with my joggers. I think the Sibiu Top is a great knit top that can be dressed up or down easily. This one is made with fabric I design that is a photograph of a Parrot Wing Jasper. You can find this fabric on Spoonflower.
Since I pretty much live in joggers in the winter, I made a second pair. I used a sweatshirt fleece knit for both pairs that is nice and thick and will be very warm and cozy.
I bought the sweatshirt fleece knit from Made Whimsy when they were closing in many colors. I also made a pair of Fortuna Joggers in this fabric in an Ochre color and wear them frequently. I am so ready for spring and these bright green and blue are getting me ready for the transition for the season.
The Nusle Joggers are a nice and easy version of the Fortuna Joggers. But I think the Fortunas are still my favorite. I think I will add the Fortuna back pockets to the Nusle Joggers if I make them again. The Nusle Joggers also include a capri option and a split hem version. I can see some split hem Nusle Joggers in my future.
The fabric for the Sibiu Top above is a photograph I took of Chihuly Glass. I also have a print of this photo on metal hanging in my living room. I love Chihuly glass art and look for his exhibits when I travel.
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