Judy Shorts
I N S T R U C T I O N B O O K L E T
A SEWING PATTERN
FROM JOANNA BLÜM STUDIO
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Difficulty:
Ideal for the Confident Beginner
THE COMFIEST SUMMER SHORTS
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SEWING PATTERN TERMS AND CONDITIONS
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Table of Contents
SIZE INFORMATION 5
GETTING STARTED &
PRINTING INSTRUCTIONS 6
PATTERN INVENTORY &
FABRIC CONSUMPTION 7
GLOSSARY 8
SEWING INSTRUCTIONS 9
FEEDBACK SURVEY 13
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Size Chart
Imperial System (inch)
Chest Waist Hip
XS 30" 25" 36"
S 33" 27" 38"
M 36" 29" 40"
L 39" 31" 42"
XL 41" 33" 44"
Metric System (cm)
Chest Waist Hip
XS 76cm 63cm 91cm
S 84cm 68cm 96cm
M 91cm 74cm 102cm
L 99cm 79cm 107cm
XL 104cm 84cm 112cm
Please note that there might be slight fit differences depending on the fabric you
choose, so we highly recommend making a prototype if you desire a perfect fit.
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Let's get started!
What do I need?
Your Choice of Fabric Fabric Recommendation
1 1/2"(38mm) Elastic
Cotton Voile: This lightweight and
Sewing Machine
breathable fabric has a soft, slightly
(Optional) Serger
crisp feel. It drapes beautifully and
Sewing Supplies (Pins, Clips, Pattern
is comfortable to wear.
Weights, Chalks, Fabric Marking Pen,
Linen: Linen fabric has a natural
etc)
texture and excellent breathability,
Iron board, iron
making it perfect for summer shorts.
Chambray: Similar to denim but
lighter in weight, chambray is
breathable and soft. It offers a
casual, stylish look for summer
shorts.
Printing Instructions
This pattern file has embedded layers (organized by size). If you don’t want to print all
sizes, you can choose to print only your size using Adobe Reader (FREE!):
1. Open in Adobe Acrobat Reader
2. Menu -> View -> Show/Hide -> Side Panels -> Make sure Layers is checked.
3. Click on the Layers option on the side panel.
4. There will be an eye next to each layer in the pattern. Turn off (by clicking) all the
layers you do not need. The DO NOT TOUCH layer needs to remain on for all sizes.
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Pattern Inventory
A. Front Shorts: Cut 2 (1 Pair)
B. Back Shorts: Cut 2 (1 Pair)
C. Pocket: Cut 4 (2 Pairs)
Fabric Consumption
You will need about 1 yard. This calculation is based on
fabric width ranges from 48 to 60 inches (120 to 150
cm). Wider fabric can accommodate a little more, but
there won't be a significant difference. If you're a
beginner and not used to tightly laying out pattern
pieces, I highly suggest you get about 1-1.3 yards for this
project.
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Glossary
Seam Allowance: Seam allowance refers to the space between the seam and the cut edge of the
fabric. It provides room for stitching and helps reinforce the seam for durability.
Open Seam: An open seam is one where the seam allowances on each side of the seam have been
pressed open, with the wrong side of the fabric facing the wrong side. This technique creates a flat,
neat finish and is commonly used in garments and sewing projects.
Right Side of the Fabric: The right side of the fabric refers to the side that is intended to be visible
on the outside of the garment.
Wrong Side of the Fabric: The wrong side is the interior-facing side that remains hidden on the
inside of the finished piece.
Notches: Small, strategically placed markings or cuts on fabric pieces that serve as reference
points to align and match corresponding pieces accurately during assembly.
Finish: To finish a seam means to neaten the raw edge to prevent fraying. This can be done in
several ways:
1. Overlock (Serging): This method trims the seam allowance while simultaneously encasing it in
thread, creating a neat and secure edge.
2. Zigzag Stitching: Zigzag stitching involves sewing along the edge of the fabric with a zigzag
pattern, which helps bind the raw edge and prevent fraying.
3. Pinking Shears: These are scissors with a serrated edge that cuts the fabric in a zigzag pattern.
Pinking shears are commonly used for lightweight fabrics and create a finished edge that
reduces fraying.
Staystitch: A row of stitching just inside the seam line on a single layer of fabric to prevent the
fabric from stretching or distorting during construction. It is typically used on curves and bias
edges.
Back Stitch: A sewing technique where stitches are made backward before sewing forward,
creating a reinforced seam.
Pressing: The process of using an iron to smooth and flatten fabric, seams, or finished garments to
achieve a crisp and professional appearance.
Under Stitching: Stitching the seam allowance to the facing, to prevent the facing from rolling
towards the right side of the garment.
Zipper Foot: A sewing machine attachment specifically designed for installing zippers neatly and
accurately.
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Sewing Instructions
Right Wrong
Step 1. Finish Edges Side Side
OVERLOCK
A B
Overlock (or zigzag) all the edges of the pattern pieces to prevent fraying.
Step 2: Sew Front Rise
PRESS THE SEAM OPEN!
A A
Place the Front Shorts pieces (A) right sides together. Sew along the rise with a
3/8" (1 cm) seam allowance. Press the seam open.
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Sewing Instructions
Step 3. Sew Back Rise
B B
Place the Back Shorts pieces (B) right sides together. Sew along the rise with a
3/8" (1 cm) seam allowance. Press the seam open.
Step 4. Attach Front & Back Pockets
SECOND
NOTCH!
3/8" OR 1CM STITCH
C
C
A B
Position the pocket (C) on the second notch of the Front Shorts (A) side seam. Sew
with a 3/8" (1 cm) straight stitch to join.
Repeat for the other side of the Front Shorts (A) and both sides of the Back Shorts
(B).
Step 5. Sew Side Seams
PIVOT!
C A A C
PIVOT!
Lay the Front Shorts with pockets (A+C) and the Back Shorts with pockets (B+C)
right sides together. Close the side seam with a 3/8" (1 cm) seam allowance, using
the pivot technique around the pocket areas.
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Sewing Instructions
Step 6. Sew Inseam
C A A
With right sides together, sew the inseam of the Front Shorts and Back Shorts
with a 3/8" (1 cm) seam allowance. Press the seam open.
Step 7. Create a Waist Tunnel TOP STITCH!
FOLD!
FOLD! C A A C
4"(1
C A A C
0CM
) OP
ENI
NG
Fold the waist opening 1 1/2" (3.8 cm, elastic width) + 1/8" (0.3 cm, space to
prevent elastic from twisting) towards the inside and press. Topstitch around the
waist opening, leaving a 4" (10 cm) gap at one side seam for inserting the elastic.
Step 8. Insert Elastic (Elastic Length Guide)
inch cm
XS 25 1/2" 65cm
S 27 1/2" 70cm
M 29 1/2" 75cm
L 31 1/2" 80cm
XL 33 1/2" 85cm
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Sewing Instructions
OVERLAP BY
Step 8. Insert Elastic 1/4"(0.6CM)
CLOSE TOP STITCH GAP AREA!
& OVERLOCK
C A A C C A A C
Insert one end of the elastic through the waistband tunnel, using a safety pin or
bodkin, until it meets the other end. Overlap the ends of the elastic by 1/4" (0.6 cm)
and zigzag or overlock to join. Close the waistband opening by continuing to
topstitch the gap.
Step 9(Optional). Tack Side Seam
Tack the side seam at the waistband to
avoid the elastic twisting inside the TACK THE SIDE SEAM
tunnel. AT THE WAISTBAND!
B A
Step 10. Hem Leg Openings
A
TOPSTITCH
OVERLOCK EDGE
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1/2"(1.2CM)
FOLD 3/4" (1.9CM)
Fold the hemline 3/4" (1.9 cm) towards the inside and
topstitch 1/2" (1.2 cm) from the fold to hem the leg
openings.
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