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      Not all patterns cover all sizes listed below. See individual patterns for size range & fit details.

      Adult Patterns Size Chart (centimetres)

       AU SIZE UPPER BUST BUST WAIST HIP-SEAT
      4 73-76cm 70-74cm 55-59cm 80-84cm
      6 77-79cm 75-79cm 60-64cm 85-89cm
      8 80-84cm 80-84cm 65-69cm 90-94cm
      10 85-89cm 85-89cm 70-74cm 95-99cm
      12 89-92cm 90-94cm 75-79cm 100-104cm
      14 93-97cm 95-99cm 80-84cm 105-109cm
      16 97.5-100cm 100-104cm 85-89cm 110-114cm
      18 101-104cm 105-109cm 90-94cm 115-119cm
      20 105-109cm 110-114cm 95-99cm 120-124cm
      22 110-114cm 115-119cm 100-104cm 125-129cm
      24 115-120cm 120-125cm 105-109cm 130-134cm
      26 120-124cm 125-129cm 110-114cm 135-139cm
      28 125-129cm 130-134cm 115-119cm 140-144cm
      30 130-134cm 135-139cm 120-124cm 145-149cm

       

      Adult Patterns Size Chart (inches)

       AU SIZE UPPER BUST BUST WAIST HIP-SEAT
      4 28.75-30" 27.5-29" 21.5-23" 31.5-33"
      6 30.25 - 31" 29.5 - 31" 23.5 - 25"
      33.5 - 35"
      8 31.5 - 33" 31.5 - 33" 25.5 - 27"
      35.5 - 37"
      10 33.5 - 34 3/4" 33.5 - 35" 27.5 - 29"
      37.5 - 39"
      12 35 - 36.25" 35.5 - 37" 29.5 - 31"
      39.5 - 41"
      14 36.5 - 38.25" 37.5 - 39" 31.5 - 33"
      41.5 - 43"
      16 38.5 - 39.25" 39.25 - 41" 33.5 - 35" 43.5 - 45"
      18 39.75 - 41" 41.25 - 43" 35.5 - 37" 45.5 - 47"
      20 41.25 - 43" 43.25 - 45" 37.5 - 39" 47.25 - 48.75"
      22 43.25 - 45" 45.25 - 46.75" 39.5 - 41" 49 - 50.75"
      24 45.25 - 46.75" 47.25 - 48.75" 41.5 - 43" 51.25 - 52.75"
      26 47.25 - 48.75" 49.25 - 50.75" 43.25-45" 53.25 - 54.75"
      28 49.25 - 50.75" 51.25 - 52.75" 45.25-46.75" 55 - 56.75"
      30 51.25 - 52.75" 53.25 - 54.75" 47.25-48.75" 57 - 58.75"

       

      AU Size to US Size conversion. AU Size 6 = US Size 2. We encourage you to use the measurements provided rather than rely on just a size number as these differ between companies & countries. 

      PLEASE NOTE: Not all patterns cover all sizes listed above. See individual patterns for each pattern's size range & fit details.

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      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

      Womens Pleat Front Shorts sewing Pattern Emporium

       

      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. 

      Pleat Front Shorts Sewing Pattern - Women

       


      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.   


       

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