The Portland Shorts Paper Sewing Pattern - Maven Sewing Patterns

The Portland Shorts are just perfect for a spot of pottering around on a sunny day! 

A quick and easy sew, featuring a sporty curved hem for ease of movement, in-seam side pockets and a grown-on elasticated waistband, with a choice of 2 waist finishes for all day-long comfort.

These easy-to-wear shorts are cool and relaxed, making them a great addition to your summer and holiday wardrobes. Your choice of fabric will mean your Portland Shorts can be casual, cute or fun; or choose a luxurious silky fabric in a fabulous print to make chic summer loungewear statement.

SKILL LEVEL: ADVANCED BEGINNER

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• Paper printed pattern – UK SIZES 8-22
• VERSION A – classic elasticated waist with 4cm (1½”) wide elastic
• VERSION B – paper-bag style elasticated waist with 2.5cm (1”) wide elastic
•  Super comfy and effortless to wear
• Grown-on elasticated waistband
• Designed to sit at your natural waistline
• In-seam side pockets
• Curved shaped hem with side splits
• 10cm (4”) inseam length
• Please see photos for size chart and fabric requirements

Paper Pattern 

• Our paper patterns are printed on long lasting 60gsm paper.
• Each sewing pattern includes a fully illustrated Maker Instruction booklet with extra tips so you can sew a garment you’ll be proud of wearing.
• Our printed patterns are presented in our beautiful, reusable wallet style box to keep your pattern safe for future re-makes.
• Printed in England on FSC® certified paper. Our booklets and boxes are printed locally to help reduce their carbon footprint.

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