My daughter is 10 years old 2 weeks shy of being 11. I purchased a children sewing pattern for shorts and the largest size (16) was too small. So I purchased Simplicity 1165 and she's a size 8!!! I was shocked. Kids grow so fast.
It's okay because I knew that she would love her shorts.. She is obsessed with the color pink. While shopping I asked her to find fabric that would look good as a pair of shorts. Everything she showed me was pink. The majority of her closet is pink. So I challenged her to pick a fabric with absolutely no pink. She needs to broaden her horizons. Finally I selected the fabric below and she was not happy. .
She wasn't happy until she saw her brand new shorts
Pattern Description:
Misses' pull-on bottoms with pockets include slim pants cut lengthwise or crosswise, shorts that are just above the knee, and short shorts with trim.
Pattern Sizing:
Size 6 to 22
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
yes it does!!!
Were the instructions easy to follow?
Yes. I was a little confused with the yoke and pocket thing.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
I enjoyed making this pattern. The package is correct it is "Easy to Sew".
Fabric Used:
Cotton purchased at Joann's
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
I didn't make any changed to the design.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
Absolutely. It's a great pattern for a beginner like me. It took me one evening to sew this pattern.
Conclusion:
Lightweight fabrics like jersey and double georgette was the recommended fabrics. But when I found this fabric. I knew it would look great. This cotton fabric did not have any stretch. The size 8 waistband was too short so I cut a size 10. My daughter loves these. I will definitely make them again.
New she wants another pair. This time I think I will make it with a pink gingham. LOL! I can't punish her.
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