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As
alluded to, I made these cuffed and pleated shorts by adapting Vogue pattern
V1099. The only adjustment I made was to shorten the length. I used a denim fabric with a little bit of stretch in it (that's all that seems to be available these days anyway). I would like to find an even lighter weight denim for summer clothing, a chambray really.
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I am fairly pleased with the result although I'm a little concerned that the legs are too full and have considered releasing the pleats. Any thoughts on that?
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The pattern was pleasantly easy to follow, especially considering this is only the third fly zipper I've ever done. Each time I've sewn a fly zipper, it has been shockingly easy. The plaid fabric visible in the photo is the pocket lining. The pants pattern has some great features including in-seam pockets, fly facings and front and back darts. The fit is below the waist but not too low, very comfortable. I highly recommend the pattern.
Very cute!
ReplyDeleteLovely shorts! It's hard to say whether they are to wide without seeing them on a person, but as they are they look great to me - really well made and I love the contrasting pocket lining :)
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