Sashay | Stretch Flared Shorts PDF Sewing Pattern

The Sashay Shorts are a flared shorts pattern designed for sewing with stretch knit fabrics. They combine the femininity of a skirt with the practicality of shorts, offering the best of both worlds.

• Pull-on shorts.
• Flared leg with 3 different flares (slimline, medium or full flare - see below).
• Slightly dropped crotch to help create the perfect drape.
• Multiple lengths.
• Waistband sits just below the waist.
• Includes instructions on lowering the waist.
• 6 waistband options.
• 2 optional pocket styles: 1-pc stitched pocket & jeans style pocket.

MORE DETAIL:

Slimline Flare: This style has a very subtle amount of flare in the legs. Sew them up in swimwear fabric for the perfect swim shorts.

Medium Flare: Drafted from a half circle, these shorts are fun, flirty & very feminine.

Full Flare - Our fullest shorts, this flare is 3/4 of a circle, making them the prettiest shorts on the block.

THE WAISTBAND OPTIONS:

• Wide yoga-style (elastic free).
• Narrow yoga style (elastic free).
• Shaped maternity waistband.
• Enclosed elastic waistband.
• Covered elastic waistband.
• Decorative elastic waistband.

If you're sewing beachwear, the slimline shorts are an excellent alternative to traditional board shorts when sewn in swimwear fabric.

If you love these but want pants, take a look at our Palazzo Pants sewing pattern here.

• Sizes 4-30.
• View size chart here.
• Hip/Seat Measurement 80-149cm (31.5-58 3/4")
• Use your hip/seat measurement to determine your shorts size. Measure 20cm (8") down from natural waist 
• Use waist measurement to determine your waistband size.

FABRIC: 4-way stretch knit fabrics or 2-way stretch with vertical ‘give’.

FABRIC REQUIREMENTS: View here.

FABRICS SUGGESTIONS include Ponte, Cotton Lycra, Swimwear Spandex, Viscose or Rayon Elastane, Modal Elastane, Bamboo Elastane, Double Brushed Poly, Merino Wool Knit, Stretch Velvet (velour), Liverpool, Scuba, Poly Elastane Jersey, French Terry, Blends of the above.

YOGA WAISTBAND: This fabric needs good stretch and recovery. Ensure it contains Lycra, spandex or elastane.

TRIMS: 

• 40mm (1.5”) elastic for Enclosed, Covered or Decorative Waistband.
• 25mm (1”) elastic for Covered or Decorative Waistband.

• FORMAT: Digital pdf pattern.
• TUTORIAL: Detailed tutorial with user friendly instructions to prepare & create your new pattern.
• PATTERN FILES: Print at home, A0 copy shop, projector. 
• LAYERED: Yes.
• PRINT IN: Adobe Reader. Learn more here.
• FABRIC TYPE: Knits.
• SIZE RANGE: 4-30.
• SKILL LEVEL: Experienced Beginner.
• MEASUREMENTS: Metric (cms/metres) & imperial (inches/yards).
• SEAM ALLOWANCE: Included. 7mm (1/4") unless otherwise specified.