Difficulty: Advanced Beginner
Sizes: UK 8 - 22
Description
The Portland Shorts are a quick and easy sewing project with a relaxed fit and sporty curved hem. Designed to sit at your natural waistline, they feature a grown on elasticated waistband, in seam side pockets and a curved shaped hem with a side split. The finished shorts have a 10cm (4") inseam, making them a comfortable choice for warm weather and everyday wear.
There are two waistband versions included. Version A has a classic elasticated waist using 4cm (1½") wide elastic, while Version B has a paper bag style elasticated waist using 2.5cm (1") wide elastic.
Recommended Fabric
The Portland Shorts would work well in linen, linen blends, lightweight cottons, chambray and other light to medium weight woven fabrics with enough body to hold the curved hem while remaining comfortable to wear.
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Difficulty: Advanced Beginner
Sizes: UK 8 - 22
Description
The Portland Shorts are a quick and easy sewing project with a relaxed fit and sporty curved hem. Designed to sit at your natural waistline, they feature a grown on elasticated waistband, in seam side pockets and a curved shaped hem with a side split. The finished shorts have a 10cm (4") inseam, making them a comfortable choice for warm weather and everyday wear.
There are two waistband versions included. Version A has a classic elasticated waist using 4cm (1½") wide elastic, while Version B has a paper bag style elasticated waist using 2.5cm (1") wide elastic.
Recommended Fabric
The Portland Shorts would work well in linen, linen blends, lightweight cottons, chambray and other light to medium weight woven fabrics with enough body to hold the curved hem while remaining comfortable to wear.
Notions
