Busy Boys Shorts
Boys Shorts PDF Sewing Pattern
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Need a pair of boys shorts that are rough & tumble tested?
That have the essential treasure hunting pockets?
How about a pair of boys shorts that fit awesomely with instructions to help you achieve a professional finish?
The Busy Boy Shorts are all these things.
In fact, a huge % of Pattern Emporium customers have said that the Busy Boy Shorts are the best fitting boys shorts pattern in their collections.
SO WHAT'S SO SPECIAL ABOUT THEM?
- #1, they fit well.
- You can make them in 3 different lengths:
- Play Length: to mid thigh, Jump Shorts: to the knee, Urban Shorts: below the knee.
- Easy elastic pull on waistband.
- Easy to fit.
- Fast & easy to make.
KIDS ARE CRAZY ABOUT POCKETS!
You watch! Make your little one a pair of these shorts, with pockets and see how much they love them. They are perfect for hunting & storing treasures.
- Front pockets.
- Back pockets.
- They even have side leg pockets if you want to add them.
- And pocket flaps or pocket tabs if you like... or not.
- Did i mention they have pockets?
WHAT ELSE?
- Size range: 2-14 (see chart below).
- Skill: Fast & easy to sew.
- Professional looking finish.
- They can be easily simplified into a quick sew pair of shorts without pockets.
- Topstitching is optional for added detail.
- Both print at home pattern pages AND large format pattern you can print at the print shop.
- There are also heaps of photos to guide you and the instructions are broken down into simple units to make them achievable by all.
- Along the way you'll also find tips to help you achieve a professional finish on your PE garment.
SIZING
To determine size, measure around the hip/seat. This measurement is taken around the fullest part of the child's seat. The tape measure should be firm but not tight.
| Size (AU) | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 | 14 |
| Hip/Seat (cm) | 54 | 55 | 58 | 61 | 64 | 67 | 70 | 73 | 76 | 79 | 82 |
| Hip/Seam (inch) | 21 1/4 | 21 5/8 | 22 7/8 | 24 | 25 1/4 | 26 3/8 | 27 1/2 | 28 3/4 | 29 7/8 | 31 1/8 | 32 1/4 |
To view full size chart on mobile devices, please turn to landscape view.
FABRIC & TRIM OUTLINE:
- Fabric Suggestions: Quilting Fabric, Chambray, Cotton Drill, Cotton Sateen, Linen, Corduroy, Denim.
- Fabric Estimate: See chart below.
- Trims: Interfacing, 25mm (1") elastic.
FABRIC REQUIREMENTS: METRES
These fabric requirements are based on 112cm (44") fabric. All in one fabric. See pattern for contrast fabric requirements.
| Size (AU) | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 | 14 |
| Play Shorts | 0.6 | 0.6 | 0.7 | 0.75 | 0.8 | 0.9 | 0.95 | 1.1 | 1.2 | 1.25 | 1.35 |
| Jump Shorts | 0.65 | 0.7 | 0.8 | 0.85 | 0.9 | 0.95 | 1 | 1.15 | 1.3 | 1.5 | 1.55 |
| Urban Shorts | 0.7 | 0.75 | 0.85 | 0.9 | 0.95 | 1 | 1.2 | 1.2 | 1.3 | 1.5 | 1.6 |
FABRIC REQUIREMENTS: YARDS
These fabric requirements are based on 44" (112cm) fabric. All in one fabric. See pattern for contrast fabric requirements.
| Size (AU) | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 | 14 |
| Play Shorts | 5/8 | 5/8 | 3/4 | 7/8 | 7/8 | 1 | 1 | 1 1/4 | 1 1/4 | 1 3/8 | 1 1/2 |
| Jump Shorts | 3/4 | 3/4 | 7/8 | 7/8 | 1 | 1 | 1 1/8 | 1 1/4 | 1 3/8 | 1 5/8 | 1 3/4 |
| UrbanShorts | 3/4 | 7/8 | 7/8 | 1 | 1 | 1 1/8 | 1 1/4 | 1 1/4 | 1 3/8 | 1 5/8 | 1 3/4 |
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