Buy the B6998 Shorts and Trousers sewing pattern from Butterick. It’s perfect for an advanced beginner/intermediate dressmaker. Shorts or trousers, semi-fitted through hip, sit 1″ below waist, have partial elastic waist, fly front zipper with button closure, side front pockets with flaps and stitched hems.
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, Denim, Linen, Twill. Interfacing: Lightweight Fusible.
Note: Extra fabric maybe needed to match plaids, stripes, one-way design fabrics or shrinkage.
Sizing: K5 (8-10-12-14-16) Y5 (18-20-22-24-26) which is approx. UK sizes K5 (6-12), Y5 (14-24) based on our . Please also check the designer's size chart and finished garment measurements.
Notions: Thread. A,B: One 7"" (18cm) zipper (cut to fit), one 3/4"" (2cm) button, 2 yds. (1.9m) of 3/4"" (2cm) elastic.
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