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Cut Pieces
Cut front and back shorts legs, extended paperbag waistband casing, and side slant pockets.
Verified Open Pattern (1.0.0-published)
This pattern includes verified home printable specification files, dual-unit sizing charts, and full cutting guides. Upstream source: Threadline Open Design Studio (CC BY-SA 4.0).
Paperbag Shorts Beginner XS – 3XL
High-Waisted Paperbag Shorts
High-Waisted Paperbag Shorts. Sourced directly from verified open distributions with authentic rights. Includes complete size tables, ease notes, and illustrated construction steps.
Technical Garment Schematics
Front and back flats illustrating seam lines, hem curves, and design details.
Front Elevation
Back Elevation
Sizing & Measurement Tables
Review both body benchmarks and finished garment ease before cutting your cloth.
Measurement Unit
Toggle between metric and imperial values across all charts
1. Body Measurements Chart
Your physical body dimensions. Measure over undergarments with a snug tape.
Swipe sizes
2. Finished Garment Measurements Chart
Dimensions of the sewn garment, including designed wearing ease.
Swipe sizes
Size Selection Guidance
Select size corresponding to natural waist and full hip/seat measurements. If between sizes, choose the larger size and adjust side seams.
Wearing Ease Explanation
Structured trousers include +4 to +6 cm ease at waistband and +8 to +12 cm ease through hip/thigh for sitting comfort.
Fabric & Materials
Recommended substrates, stretch allowances, yardage requirements, and required notions.
Recommended Fabrics
Cotton twill, chino, denim, linen, or wool suiting
- Cotton twill, chino, denim, linen, or wool suiting
- Pocketing cotton for pocket bags
Stretch Requirement: None (0% stable woven)
Notions & Sewing Tools
Ensure you have these ready before starting.
Notions:
- Matching all-purpose polyester or cotton sewing thread
- Universal sewing needle (size 80/12)
- 7 inch metal or nylon trouser zipper
- Trouser hook and eye or 18mm button
- Interfacing for waistband
Tools Required:
- Sewing machine
- Fabric shears
- Pins or fabric clips
- Steam iron and ironing board
Fabric Yardage Requirements
| Size Bracket | 115 cm (45") Width | 150 cm (60") Width |
|---|---|---|
| XS – M | 1.3 m (1.4 yd) | 1 m (1.1 yd) |
| L – XL | 1.5 m (1.65 yd) | 1.2 m (1.3 yd) |
| 2XL – 3XL | 1.8 m (1.95 yd) | 1.5 m (1.65 yd) |
Seam Allowances & Cutting Layout
Exact seam allowances included in pattern lines, piece list, and cutting discipline.
Standard Seams
15 mm (5/8 in) included on outseams, inseams, and crotch curve.
Hem Allowance
20 mm (3/4 in) hem.
Neck & Armhole
N/A (Trouser garment).
Pattern Pieces to Cut
| Piece Name | Quantity & Orientation | Grainline / Cutting Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Shorts Front Leg | Cut 1 Pair | High-waisted paperbag front leg |
| Shorts Back Leg | Cut 1 Pair | High-waisted paperbag back leg |
| Elastic Waistband Casing | Cut 1 on Fold | Extended paperbag ruffle header and elastic casing |
| Side Slant Pocket | Cut 2 Pairs | Deep slant pockets |
Fabric Cutting Checklist:
- Press fabric before cutting to remove packing folds and pre-shrink fibers.
- Align piece grainlines strictly parallel to fabric selvages.
- Transfer notch markings with small 3 mm snips into the seam allowance margin.
Printable Pattern Files
Download PDF files for home printing on standard desktop printers.
Download Pattern Files
1.0.0Direct pattern downloads. No registration, email capture, or paywalls required.
Updated: 2026-03-09
Instructions Available
Complete offline sewing guidebook with dual calibration test squares, yardage charts, pattern piece cut list, numbered steps, and troubleshooting.
14.2 KB • 4 pages
A4 Available
Full-scale 1:1 tiled master pattern for A4 paper (14 sheets). Includes dual 50mm/2.0in calibration boxes, assembly map, grainlines, and corner registration crosshairs.
98.8 KB • 14 pages
US Letter Available
Full-scale 1:1 tiled master pattern for US Letter paper (15 sheets). Includes dual 50mm/2.0in calibration boxes, assembly map, grainlines, and corner registration crosshairs.
106.0 KB • 15 pages
Printer Calibration Test Sheet (Free Single Sheet) 2.4 KB
Print at 100% scale (no fit-to-page) and measure the 50mm and 2-inch test boxes with a hard ruler.
Print Instructions:
Open the downloaded PDF in Adobe Acrobat Reader or a dedicated desktop PDF viewer. In the print dialog, select "Actual Size" or "Custom Scale: 100%". Never select "Fit to Printable Area". Always measure the calibration square on Page 1 before proceeding.
These files are prepared from documented pattern references through a technical drafting workflow. If anything appears incorrect, unclear, or causes a sewing problem, email feedbacksewingpattern@gmail.com. Send pattern feedback.
100% Scale Verification
Print Page 1 at 100% scale without page scaling. Check Metric box (50 mm x 50 mm) or Imperial box (2.0 in x 2.0 in = 50.8 mm) with a rigid ruler.
Read full printing & calibration guide → Tile Assembly Instructions
Align numbered registration marks and butt tile edges flush without overlapping untrimmed paper. Tape securely.
Step-by-Step Sewing Instructions
Draft construction notes. Readable online; review against the pattern pieces before sewing.
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Pockets
Align Shorts Front Leg and Shorts Back Leg right sides together at outseams and inseams. Stitch from waist to hem and press seam allowances open.
3
Crotch and Inseams
Sew front crotch seam and back crotch seam. Sew inseam from leg to leg.
4
Side Seams
Sew side seams enclosing pocket bags.
5
Paperbag Waist and Hems
Fold upper waistband down to create top ruffle header, stitch multi-channel elastic casing, insert elastic, and hem legs.
Troubleshooting & Fit Alterations
Solutions for common fitting hurdles and construction errors specific to this garment.
Problem: Seams puckering along stitch line
Possible Cause: Thread tension too high or needle blunt
Recommended Fix: Insert fresh needle and test balance on fabric scrap.
Problem: Wavy edge along curved perimeter
Possible Cause: Edge was stretched while feeding into machine
Recommended Fix: Staystitch immediately after cutting and use walking foot.
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