Pants & Shorts

Here are my sewing projects on making pants and shorts. I share my process and photos to inspire you to make your own.

Luna smiling to the camera wearing her DIY exposed zipper pants using Simplicity S2665 sewing pattern, fashioned to a high waist

How to Sew a Flat Front Elastic Back Waistband on Low Rise Pants

Tutorials / By Luna

I altered my exposed zipper pants from low-rise to high waist. I did this by adding a flat front elastic

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Luna wearing her DIY cotton shorts in pink and light blue, made from Simplicity S1165 sewing pattern

Mixed-Print Cotton Shorts with Elastic Waist | Simplicity S1165

Sewing / By Luna

Okay, sometimes you just need a fun project to put a smile on your face. That’s why I made a

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Luna smiling to the camera wearing her DIY exposed zipper pants using Simplicity S2665 sewing pattern, fashioned to a high waist

Exposed Zipper Pants Refashion to High Waist | Simplicity S2665

Sewing / By Luna

A while back, I made these DIY pants with an exposed zipper. I’ve worn these pants a lot and then

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Front view of Luna smiling with arms spread and looking down wearing her DIY cardigan made from gray sweater knit fabric hanging on the dress form, sewn from McCall’s M5713 sewing pattern.

Fall & Winter Timeless Wardrobe Pieces to Sew

Tips & Tricks / By Luna

When the cooler months creep up on us, I get my fall and winter fashion sewing in gear. I think

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Luna smiling to the camera with hand in pocket wearing her DIY straight leg pants in maroon color linen

Straight-Leg Linen Pants with Tie Belt | Simplicity S9050

Sewing / By Luna

I made some DIY linen pants with straight legs and a tie belt. With the relaxed fit, they’re perfect for

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Slight side view of Luna smiling to the camera with hands in pockets wearing DIY elastic waist pants with long slits Burda Style 6199 sewing pattern and DIY knit top

Wide-Legged Side Slit Pants with Tie Belt | Burda Style 6199

Sewing / By Luna

I made some cute DIY side slit pants with a tie belt. These are so comfy to wear, plus I

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Luna smiling to the camera with hand on hip wearing her DIY outfit with handmade blouse in black with pink flowers and paper bag pants made from the Opal sewing pattern in dark blue

Paper Bag Pants with Tapered Legs | Opal Sewing Pattern

Sewing / By Luna

I came across my DIY paper bag pants in my wardrobe. Mine have tapered legs, which I had so much

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Front view of Luna wearing her DIY paper bag shorts made from Simplicity S1165 sewing pattern in chambray blue and pink rayon blouse New Look N6891

How to Make a Cute Ruffle Waist Shorts Pattern Hack

Sewing / By Luna

Would you like a simple way to change up the look of a pull-on shorts pattern? You can make easy

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Luna wearing striped knit shirt and diy shorts with pockets in chambray

Chambray Shorts with Contrasting Pockets | Simplicity S8389

Sewing / By Luna

I made some fun DIY chambray shorts with contrasting pockets. I used different fabrics, and they really pop! Not only

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