PATTERN: The Loretta Shorts (Patreon)

Are you ready for summer? Even if you're not leaving your own backyard, this pattern will get you through the sultriest of days. The Loretta shorts feature fabulous pockets and an iconic (and comfortable!) ‘50s silhouette. This standalone pattern looks perfect with all your vintage-inspired tops (Hepburn anyone?).

But wait! This is also an expansion pattern. These shorts are part of the Charm Patterns “L Series,” which means they mix and match with the Lamour Dress and Liz Dress bodices to make your vintage playsuit fantasies a reality. They also coordinate with the Stanwyck Skirt bib so you can make little shorts overalls!  I named this pattern for country icon Loretta Lynn (she knows how to wear a pair of dungarees!).

Download the instructions and pattern files at the bottom of this post and make sure to watch the video tutorial in my separate post!

Have fun sewing these and don't forget to use the hashtag #lorettashorts when sharing your photos.

xoxo,

Gertie