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Spring Shorts in Linen

Spring Shorts in Linen - NoodleheadSpring Shorts in Linen - Noodlehead I really don’t love wearing shorts. Maybe it’s a comfort thing, maybe it’s a not wanting to feel too exposed kind of thing. Either way, I went on a spree of trying on shorts at various stores. It’s too hot and humid to wear pants, and a dress or skirt isn’t something I want to live in all summer. So I made shorts! They fit way better than any store-bought option and the fabric and finishes are much higher quality. Thank you sewing!

Spring Shorts in Linen - Noodlehead

Spring Shorts in Linen - Noodlehead

I’m always happy to make something instead of buying it at the store. It actually feels like a fault half of the time because I see something and tell myself “oh, you can just make that.” and then never actually make it. My closet looks pretty sparse lately and I’m ready to commit a little bit more time sewing a few things that I know I’ll wear. It’s hard to squeeze the time in, but it really is something I enjoy and I love sharing about what I make, even if it isn’t something from one of my own patterns. I hope you might find some of the stuff I write about helpful.

Spring Shorts in Linen - Noodlehead

I had been seeing a few friends make the Spring Shorts pattern from Peppermint Magazine (pattern created by Pattern Runway for the magazine). They happen to be a free pattern, which is never a deciding factor for me. However, I thought it would be helpful to let you know that it appears to be somewhat limited sizing, which I’m guessing is part of the reason that they can offer it for free. I chose a size 10 and I think the fit is excellent. I did french seams for the side and crotch seams. I didn’t feel like changing my serger thread, so there you go! I think they’ll also be quite durable, too. I used some twill tape and a couple wood beads from my little pile of trinkets, and I really love how they came together.

Spring Shorts in Linen - Noodlehead

The fabric is a linen from Indiesew last summer. I love it but at first had the hardest time deciding what project to use it for. At one point it ended up being, gasp, a table cloth! Which was perfect for the time (I didn’t even hem anything), but also was perfect from when I found it the other day and figured I’d give it a shot with these shorts! I think it’s the perfect shorts fabric for this humid summer.

Spring Shorts in Linen - Noodlehead

I’ve already cut out a second pair (from chambray) that I’m equally as excited about. So hopefully those will get sewn up even quicker now that I’m familiar with the pattern, maybe I’ll add some patch pockets on the back!

Pattern: Spring Shorts by Pattern Runway for Peppermint Magazine
Fabric: Striped Linen from Indiesew, last summer (she has some cute options in her shop) also, Harts Fabric has a bunch of nice options here

Spring Shorts in Linen - Noodlehead

8 thoughts on “Spring Shorts in Linen

  1. Sarah says:

    Thank you! …and nice job on your shorts!

  2. Sandra Woods says:

    Great shorts. And it is nice to occasionally see things on blogs outside of the normal “income” stream!

  3. Kathleen says:

    I appreciate your pattern reviews! The shorts look great.

  4. Natasha says:

    These are cute. And you know, the part I love best are the little beads you added! Thanks for sharing.

  5. Rae Hoekstra says:

    Love these!! They look so lightweight and perfect for summer 🙂

  6. Robyn says:

    Nice fabric, nice shorts. Great job from “tablecloth” fabric! I also have the problem of thinking I can make it better/cheaper/nicer looking myself…and then don’t. Consequently I find myself a bit short of warm clothing, now it’s Winter here. Strangely enough I’m happy to make/repair things for others so I guess I should be selfish for a little while and make some of the creations I’ve thought of for myself.

  7. Jennifer says:

    Your shorts are so good – the beads! I actually found your post because I was hoping for a version made w/ french seams as I don’t have a serger. Thanks for sharing!

    1. Anna Graham says:

      Glad it was helpful Jennifer! 🙂

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