Denim short Shorts {Dressmaking}

Wednesday 17 July 2013

It may just be me, but finding the right pair of shorts is really hard. I don't expect anything funky, just shorts that will suit me and will be easy maintenance (ie washable). I waited a long time to get these shorts out. I made them before getting pregnant (I think more accurately before I knew I was pregnant) - so I did not get a chance to really wear them. They got discarded with my other pre-pregnancy clothes. 

But it is time to get my wardrobe back - even though I have no space for it. And these shorts needed to get out. They are as I remember them: super comfy, classy with a vintage twist. I thought they were a bit long for this very hot summer, and made them shorter this week. And I am going to live in them... until I make the next pair (I have a tropical print in mind)!


Patterns: Burda Style 12/2011 issue, no 112 (leather shorts)
Fabric: Light denim blue (find similar here)
Size: 42, and it does fit like a 42 (I am a 12/14 in the UK)
Modifications: Made them shorter - and made a feature of the bottom hem 
(yes, I could not be bothered to get the serger out)
Result: This is going to be my one and only shorts pattern. They are high-waisted, totally fit my bum and are flattering. Whatelse does a girl need? 




The magazine states that it is an easy pattern. I have to confess I made these when I took some sewing lessons last year - and it is all a blur as my teacher wanted to make sure I was finishing one garment per session. Great for my wardrobe, not so great for the learning part. Looking at the construction, now that I have made PJs, it does not look that bad. Plus I have a pair done that I can analyse in details if needs be. Slightly scared of inserting that invisible zipper on my own though. 


For those asking, I will be modelling these on Saturday, with my updated straw hat, so you can really see how well they fit! If you would like a sneak peek, you may find some pictures on my BurdaStyle profile

11 comments:

  1. Fabulous! If I had a half decent pair of legs I'd make some too!

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  2. These look really awesome! Love it how you make cute clothes for yourself.

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  3. Cute! You will have a completely handmade wardrobe in no time at this rate.

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  4. THOSE ARE CUTE! I just scored some denim at an estate sale that would be perfect for something similar to these. I have an INCREDIBLY difficult time find shorts that fit me properly. Sewing my own is definitely the answer.

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  5. Looking good! Wish I had the legs for them!

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  6. Shorts ARE hard! those look like perfection, though- classic and cool.

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  7. They are fabulous. The invisible zipper seems like it would be so difficult to install. Looking forward to your Saturday's post.

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  8. These are so great! You do beautiful work and that pattern looks perfect.

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  9. Very cute friend! I've never made shorts for myself. A bunch for the kids to play in, but never fashionable ones.

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  10. I saw them modeled in the other post. They do look super comfy and live-in-able!

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  11. I completely understand! Finding shorts is quite the challenge, and I love these! You are so talented to be able to whip these items out like this!!

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