THIS IS A DIGITAL PDF SEWING PATTERN.
This pleat front ladies shorts sewing pattern has 2 main style options to sew - a full elastic waistband or shaped waistband with side zip. Optional pockets, belt loops & sash.
As with all Pattern Emporium patterns, the sewing instructions outline how to achieve a professional looking finish.
Now updated with layers in both print-at-home & copyshop version.
SPECS:
PAPER FORMATS: A4, Letter, A0
FABRIC TYPE: Woven fabrics.
LAYERED: Yes
SIZES: AU6-18 (US2-14). Click
here for size chart.
SKILL LEVEL: Both beginner & more experienced options.
STYLE 1: The Pull-On Hepburn Shorts
If you're after a super quick pair, you can make the elastic waist version with the Easy Pull-On Shorts. The are not as tailored as the Hepburns but they do have some of the same features & some extras.
- Simple straight forward pair of shorts
- Quick & easy to sew
- Flat front waistband
- Elastic back
- Front pleats
- Comfy legs
STYLE 2:The Zipped (Tailored) Hepburn Shorts
This is a very relaxed design. It features a low sitting waistband & easy crotch. These are not 'snug fit' shorts.
- Semi tailored, loose fitting short
- Shaped waistband
- Easy side zip*
- Side pockets
- 2 length options
- Pleat front
- Darted back
- Belt loops & optional sash & bound edge pockets
* Don't let the zip scare you, I have a very simple method that will have you excited about how quickly & easily you now insert zips.
TRIM REQUIREMENTS:
- Style 1: Pull-On Shorts - 32mm (1.25") elastic
- Style 2: Hepburn Shorts -18cm (7") dress zip to match (can be longer if that's what you have at home), 1 x 20mm (3/4) button or Size 20 snaps. 25mm (1") bias tape.
FABRIC SUGGESTIONS: These shorts can be made in Cotton Voile, Quilting Cotton, Lawn, Gaberdine, Cotton Sateen, Rayon, Silk & Silk-like fabrics, Linen & Linen Blends, Chambray, Denim. My favourite is quilting cotton because of all the fabulous prints you can choose from.
FABRIC REQUIREMENTS:
- Click here for fabric requirements.
- Based on 110cm (44") fabric.
PLEASE NOTE: This is a digital PDF pattern. Due the digital nature of our patterns, refunds after purchase are not possible.
