Buy the M8408 Shorts and Trousers sewing pattern from McCalls. It’s perfect for an advanced beginner dressmaker. Patchwork shorts and pants with contour waistband feature fly front zipper, back darts, topstitched hem and pockets. Views A, B pants have contrast panels.
This sewing pattern is available to buy in the following format:
– PAPER (next working day dispatch on orders and FREE UK over £50)
Suggested fabrics: Chino, cotton blends, denim, twill. Lining: Cotton blends. Interfacing: Lightweight fusible.
Note: Extra fabric maybe needed to match plaids, stripes, one-way designs fabrics or shrinkage.
Sizing: H5 (6-8-10-12-14), U5 (16-18-20-22-24), which is approx. UK sizes H5 (4/6 – 10), U5 (12 – 20/22) based on our . Please also check the designer's size chart and finished garment measurements.
Notions: Thread. A,B,C: 7" (18cm) zipper (adjust to fit), one 3/4" (2cm) button.
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