Elastic Waist Relaxed Fit Shorts
Introducing a women's sewing pattern for relaxed fit shorts, featuring a comfortable elastic waist and a clean, easy-to-sew construction.
When To Wear
These versatile shorts are designed for comfort and ease, making them an ideal choice for:
- Loungewear & Homewear: Perfect for relaxing at home or comfortable everyday wear.
- Warm Weather Casual: Light and airy for staying cool during spring and summer days.
- Sleepwear: A soft and unrestrictive option for comfortable nights.
Key Design Features
Silhouette: Relaxed fit with a gentle A-line flare, ensuring comfort and freedom of movement.
Waist: Comfortable elasticated waistband, designed with an integrated casing for easy elastic insertion.
Pockets: Practical side seam pockets integrated seamlessly into the design.
Length: Mid-thigh length, offering a light and airy feel.
Hem: Clean, straightforward hem finish at the leg opening.
Level Of Difficulty
Beginner. Involves basic straight stitching, creating an elastic casing, and simple hemming techniques.
Fabric Recommendations
Choose lightweight woven fabrics with a soft hand and good drape for comfort and fluid movement:
- Silk fabrics (natural or artificial blends)
- Batiste
Additional Supplies
- Elastic tape, equal to your waist circumference
CUTTER'S MUST
- From main fabric:
- 1. BACK PANEL - 2 QTY
- 2. FRONT PANEL - 2 QTY
Sewing Instructions
- Stitch the inseam and side seams, placing the FRONT PANEL and BACK PANEL pieces right sides together. Press SEAM ALLOWANCES open.
- Place the shorts halves right sides together. Stitch the center seam, leaving an unstitched section at the back above the fold line of the integrated FACING for threading elastic.
- Press the integrated FACING to the wrong side, fold under the SEAM ALLOWANCE, and topstitch 0.1 cm from the fold. Stitch along the marked line and thread elastic, equal to the waist circumference, through the created casings.
- Fold the hem SEAM ALLOWANCE to the wrong side, turn under, and topstitch.
