Style TW55
Shorts
Let’s get started!
1 - Gather your materials and tools
Fabric; we recommend Jersey, Stretch Velvet, Sweater Knit, Silk, Crepe, and similar fabrics. We chose Jersey. See the image below for quantities.
Thread
Tools What do I need?
2 - Print and cut
There are 3 printing options:
Small printer - Slow Learn how >
Medium printer - Fast Learn how >
Large printer - Fastest Learn how >
3 - Cut out the fabric pieces Learn how >
Seam and hem allowances are already included.
4 - Label your pieces
For clarity, we made the wrong side of our fabric darker.
5 - sew the inseam
Use 3/8 inch seam allowance
We chose a plain seam with a stretch stitch and finished it with an overcast stitch What should I choose?
6 - Sew the crotch seams
Use 3/8 inch seam allowance
We chose a plain seam with a stretch stitch and finished it with an overcast stitch
7 - Hem the bottom
Use 3/4 inch hem allowance
We chose a single-fold hem and finished it with a double-needle topstitch
8 - Sew the overlap seams
Use 3/8 inch seam allowance
We chose a plain seam with a stretch stitch and finished it with an overcast stitch
9 - Create the waistband
Use 3/8 inch seam allowance
We chose a plain seam with a stretch stitch and finished it with an overcast stitch
10 - Attach the waistband
Use 3/8 inch seam allowance
We chose a plain seam with a stretch stitch and finished it with an overcast stitch
11 - Insert the elastic
We chose to secure the elastic with a tunnel stretch stitch
12 - Do a little dance!
Be a pro! Trim any excess thread and allowances, then, give it a good iron.