Phoenix shorts/pants pattern (34-56)
(For the PDF format: after your purchase, you will receive directly in your email box the download link)
The instructions are in English and French.
A pair of paperbag shorts or pants with a pretty bow at the waist. This wardrobe staple is enhanced with a rounded side slit and inseam pockets.
A PATTERN IN PDF OR PAPER FORMAT
The pattern is available in pdf OR in paper format. The seam allowances are included (1 cm (⅜”)) .
If you opt for the pdf format, after your purchase you can download :
- a 48-page pdf file (A4 or US letter) to be assembled (possibility to print 20 pages for the short version or 32 pages for the pants version),
- a 27-page pdf file (A3 format) to be assembled,
- printing tips (in English and in French),
- a detailed instruction booklet.
If you choose the paper format, you will receive a folder with :
- A detailed instruction booklet for sewing the shorts or pants.
- The pattern board (no overlapping pieces) in real size.
SUPPLIES
To make these shorts/pants, you will need :
- Fabric (55'' wide):
- Short version :
- sizes 34 to 46: 1.30 meter (1 ½ y)
- sizes 48 to 56 : 1.90 meter (2 ⅛ y)
- Pants version :
- sizes 34 to 46: 2.50 metres (2 ¾ y)
- sizes 48 to 56: 2.80 metres (3 ⅛ y)
- For a fluid drape, you can choose a fabric such as crepe or viscose twill.
- For a “stiffer” effect, you can choose cotton poplin, linen, or even chambray.
- 30 cm (11 ¾”) of lining for the pockets:
- You can opt to use a lining fabric,
- You can also choose a fabric that is either of the same weight or of a lighter weight than your main fabric.
- Elastic (2.5 cm (1”) wide):
SIZES
The Phoenix pattern is available in sizes 34 to 56.
To help you choose the right size, you’ll find below the finished garment measurements:
SKILL LEVEL
The realization of these shorts or pants is at an advanced beginner level (difficulty level 2/5).