Step 1
Start from a basic block, lower and widen the crotch and shorten and widen the leg.
On front, draw the ruffle position and shape.
Let's draft together the pattern for these statement shorts.
You need a structured fabric as faille, mikado or gabardine - or a softer fabric with added structure from an interlining.
Start from a basic block, lower and widen the crotch and shorten and widen the leg.
On front, draw the ruffle position and shape.
Trace a copy.
On front draw also the slash line for inserting the ruffle and the pocket.
Trace the front separate pieces:
Add volume to the ruffle by using the slash lines.
Mark the pleats.
Your pattern is ready!
