This pattern describes itself as "Misses Skirt & Pants; Misses' 1 Hour sewing pattern. Pants in a variety of lengths and tiered skirt in two lengths." I opted for view C, shorts.
Because I'd bought plaid, the pattern matching took ages. It took me a couple of hours just to cut out the pieces! However, once I got going the sewing was a bit quicker.
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| Closeup of the shorts, you can just see the pocket at the corner there, I'm so pleased with the pattern matching! |
I'm afraid I don't have a modelled shot, the weather here hasn't been warm enough for these thin casual shorts yet. I'll update this post once I do get chance to wear them.
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| The finished shorts, just need the weather for them now! |
I enjoyed making this pattern, it was actually easier to match the seams with the patterned fabric, and the lightweight cotton was a joy to work with.
Modifications
I didn't use cord for the waist ties, I made a tie from the fabric. It catches a little but it works well enough.
Things I'd change
If I make these again, or if I make the other items on the pattern, I'm probably going to put some elastic in the waist instead of the ties, or possibly as well as the ties. As you can see from the picture they're pretty boxy. That works in this light fabric, but I wouldn't use a heavy linen or denim for this as it would be too stiff at the waist.
In hindsight I probably should have done french seams or similar. As I don't have an overlocker my seams inside are unfinished which might reduce the life expectancy of this garment.
I think this pattern would look great with contrast pockets, or with a contrast top to the pockets. The pockets blend in really well on my plaid though, which is nice!
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