Wow, it took me 8 years to make these shorts. OK, not really. It's just that this is the first article of clothing that I've made for my son (not counting costumes because I've made a lot of those). He needs a couple more pairs of shorts, so I figured I'd give it a try. They're cute for sure, though I can't help but feel that they look out of place paired with a manufactured t-shirt. Sounds like perfect inspiration for his next article of clothing...
This is a great pattern though, I traced them from his favorite pair of Tae-Kwon-Do shorts. I think they would make great summer PJs so I plan to make more without pockets and with thinner fabric. For the waistband, I just used black elastic and kept it drawstring style so we can adjust it later. Now let's see if I have to beg him to wear them every week, that's the real test...
you did a fabulous job on the shorts! i made a pair for my boy last summer, using his favorite jammies for a pattern. i've been meaning to make more since, but well, you know how it goes.
Posted by: kat | July 15, 2009 at 06:40 PM
Love the shorts, but it's that door that knocks me out!
Posted by: Laura | July 16, 2009 at 06:22 PM
SO cool. That's what I look forward to making the most one day---my kiddos clothes. Seriously, that's one of my main motivators to learn how to sew. I just love original, one of a kind kids clothing :). And I look forward to seeing the shirt you make your little man :).
Posted by: Crystal Keilers | July 26, 2009 at 01:25 AM
I like your idea of keeping the elastic accessible so you can adjust it -- smart!
Posted by: Lisa K | August 16, 2009 at 03:07 PM
Congratulations for having such a very lovely shorts. Awesome!!!
Posted by: marine fabrics | August 20, 2009 at 09:14 AM
OMG!!! I love that shorts. It is so adorable.
Posted by: Australian made fabric | October 12, 2009 at 09:15 PM