{"id":36385,"date":"2023-07-08T18:49:13","date_gmt":"2023-07-08T22:49:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/?p=36385"},"modified":"2023-07-08T18:49:59","modified_gmt":"2023-07-08T22:49:59","slug":"walking-shorts-pattern-tutorial-sew-along","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/walking-shorts-pattern-tutorial-sew-along\/","title":{"rendered":"Walking Shorts Pattern &#038; Sew-Along &#8211; Part One"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"735\" height=\"1102\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/so-sew-easy.com_.jpg\" alt=\"walking shorts pattern\" class=\"wp-image-36474 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/so-sew-easy.com_.jpg 735w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/so-sew-easy.com_-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/so-sew-easy.com_-434x650.jpg 434w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/so-sew-easy.com_-100x150.jpg 100w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 735px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 735\/1102;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"735\" height=\"1102\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/so-sew-easy.com_.jpg\" alt=\"walking shorts pattern\" class=\"wp-image-36474\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/so-sew-easy.com_.jpg 735w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/so-sew-easy.com_-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/so-sew-easy.com_-434x650.jpg 434w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/so-sew-easy.com_-100x150.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>We've had so many requests for this over the last few weeks. &nbsp;This walking shorts pattern is the perfect opportunity for you guys to make the shorts many of you requested after we published&nbsp;a compilation of <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/shorts-for-women-girls-huge-roundup\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">shorts for women and children<\/a> a few weeks ago. &nbsp;In that post, there were many types of shorts, with some of them being very short. &nbsp;These are not that short and even if you find them too short I will show you how to make them longer. &nbsp;Which is why we are going to start from fitting the pattern than sewing first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We will go through the procedure &#8211;making the patch pockets, sewing darts, sewing a fly front zipper, attaching a facing with a fly front zipper and finally hemming the shorts. &nbsp;In addition to all this, I will be showing you how to transform this pattern into lovely palazzo pants in a different tutorial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will find the hips rather large, this is because of the many ladies&nbsp;who kindly sent their measurements, which means this shorts will look best on hour-glass, and triangle-shaped women.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"433\" height=\"650\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4446-433x650.jpg\" alt=\"walking shorts pattern\" class=\"wp-image-36478 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4446-433x650.jpg 433w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4446-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4446-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4446-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4446-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4446-100x150.jpg 100w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4446-scaled.jpg 1707w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 433px) 100vw, 433px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 433px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 433\/650;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"433\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4446-433x650.jpg\" alt=\"walking shorts pattern\" class=\"wp-image-36478\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4446-433x650.jpg 433w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4446-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4446-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4446-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4446-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4446-100x150.jpg 100w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4446-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 433px) 100vw, 433px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>I'm naming these&nbsp;shorts&nbsp;&#8220;on a stroll&#8221; because that is what most of you wanted. &nbsp;Just a pair of shorts to go walking around, hang around the house, do gardening and still look&nbsp;good and age appropriate. &nbsp;These walking shorts have four pockets, two slant pockets in the front and two unlined patch pockets in the back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the first part of a three-part sew along. &nbsp;In this part, we will be fitting the pattern to your own body size and shape as well as attaching the <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/unlined-patch-pocket-tutorial\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">unlined patch pockets<\/a>. &nbsp;In Part Two, we will be making the front slant pockets and sewing the zipper. &nbsp;We'll release that within the next weeks. &nbsp;In the third and final part, we will be attaching a facing to the zipper and hemming the walking shorts.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4449-500x333.jpg\" alt=\"walking shorts pattern\" class=\"wp-image-36479 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4449-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4449-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4449-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4449-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4449-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4449-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/333;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4449-500x333.jpg\" alt=\"walking shorts pattern\" class=\"wp-image-36479\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4449-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4449-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4449-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4449-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4449-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4449-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Skill Level<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Advance beginner to intermediate who knows how to use a sewing machine has made a few skirts and knows how to sew a zipper and make a buttonhole using a sewing machine. \u00a0This project is for people interested in learning pattern making alterations to fit patterns to their own body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Warning this pattern is not for everybody, it is for ladies with wider hips who do not want a skin-tight garment. &nbsp;This sew along requires patience and willingness to try something different. &nbsp;It is not a quick and easy DIY project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Materials<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>1 1\/4 to 1 1\/2 yards of <a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2rr8xyH\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">calico<\/a> for the mockup<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 1\/4 to 1 1\/2 yards of 60&#8243; fabric: &nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2rGVpVc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">linen<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2sAJOv8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">cotton twill<\/a>, or&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2sc239I\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">medium weight cotton<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>thread&nbsp;to match<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2tdRLo2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">5&#8243; metal<\/a> or <a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2sAJ0qe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">nylon zipper<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2sJRITr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Lightweight Iron-On Fusible Interfacing<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended Fabrics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">Finished measurements:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Size<\/td><td>Waist<\/td><td>Hips<\/td><td>Length<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>S<\/td><td>28&#8243; (71cm)<\/td><td>56&#8243; &nbsp; (142 cm)<\/td><td>14&#8243; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;(35.6 cm)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>M<\/td><td>33 1\/2&#8243; (85cm)<\/td><td>59&#8243; &nbsp; (150cm)<\/td><td>14 &nbsp;3\/4&#8243; &nbsp; (37.5 cm)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>L<\/td><td>37&#8243; &nbsp;(94 cm)<\/td><td>63&#8243; &nbsp;(160cm)<\/td><td>15 1\/4&#8243; &nbsp; &nbsp; (38.7 cm)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>XL<\/td><td>41&#8243; &nbsp;(104)<\/td><td>67&#8243; &nbsp;(170cm)<\/td><td>&nbsp;15 &nbsp;3\/4&#8243; &nbsp; (40 &nbsp;cm)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pattern download:<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"mab-3648540\" class=\"magic-action-box mab-type-sales-box mab-id-36485 mabstyle-mab-crosswalk use-mab-button-default mab-fields-layout-default mab-responsive\" data-mabid=\"36485\" data-trackid=\"36485\" data-type=\"sales-box\" data-track=\"1\" ><div class=\"mab-pad mab-wrap mab-aside-left mab-aside-type-image\"><div class=\"mab-aside\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/so-sew-easy.com_.jpg\" alt=\"Opt In Image\" width=\"200\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 735px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 735\/1102;width: 200px;\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/so-sew-easy.com_.jpg\" alt=\"Opt In Image\" width=\"200\" style=\" width: 200px;\" \/><\/noscript><\/div><div class=\"mab-content\"><div class=\"mab-heading\">Download the Free Pattern<\/div><div class=\"mab-main-copy\"><p>You can download the pattern for these Walking Shorts from our account at Payhip.<\/p><p>For help downloading and printing PDF patterns, please <a title=\"How to print and assemble a PDF Pattern\" href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/print-assemble-pdf-pattern\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CLICK HERE<\/a>.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"mab-main-action-wrap\"><a class=\"mab-main-button mab-button-type-css3 208210 mab-button-0\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/l\/walking_shorts\" style=\"\" >Pattern Download<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"clear\" style=\"clear:both;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">Pattern layout<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"384\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/on-a-stroll-shorts-500x384.jpg\" alt=\"walking shorts pattern\" class=\"wp-image-36481 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/on-a-stroll-shorts-500x384.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/on-a-stroll-shorts-300x230.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/on-a-stroll-shorts-768x589.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/on-a-stroll-shorts-150x115.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/on-a-stroll-shorts.jpg 1000w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/384;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"384\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/on-a-stroll-shorts-500x384.jpg\" alt=\"walking shorts pattern\" class=\"wp-image-36481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/on-a-stroll-shorts-500x384.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/on-a-stroll-shorts-300x230.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/on-a-stroll-shorts-768x589.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/on-a-stroll-shorts-150x115.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/on-a-stroll-shorts.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">Fitting the walking shorts pattern<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Measure your&nbsp;lower body to determine which size you need. &nbsp;Choose a size closer to your hips, if you have to choose between a larger or smaller size choose the smaller size. &nbsp;It is always easier to enlarge a pattern than making it smaller. &nbsp;However, if your thighs are the larger part of your body, choose the larger size.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will need the following measurements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Waist (bend your body and measure exactly where the waist bends)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hips (wrap the tape around the fullest part of your bottom)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Thigh (measure the thicker part of the thigh)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Crotch (wrap the <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/l\/measuring_tape\" title=\"Amazon.com: Singer 60-Inch Tape Measure: Arts, Crafts &amp;amp; Sewing\" class=\"pretty-link-keyword\">measuring tape<\/a> from the belly button between your legs and towards the back stopping at the waist)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">Making the crotch larger<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The first thing you need to do is to eliminate the seam allowance in the front pockets and the hemline. &nbsp;We will add them back on when is time to true up the pattern.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How to measure the crotch on your pattern. &nbsp;Place both front and back patterns side by side. &nbsp;Crotch facing each other. Using your tape measure, measure from the back crotch to the front.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"415\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/crotch-500x415.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36590 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/crotch-500x415.png 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/crotch-300x249.png 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/crotch-768x638.png 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/crotch-150x125.png 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/crotch.png 1162w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/415;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"415\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/crotch-500x415.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36590\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/crotch-500x415.png 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/crotch-300x249.png 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/crotch-768x638.png 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/crotch-150x125.png 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/crotch.png 1162w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Compare these measurements to your own. &nbsp; The most accurate way to measure your own crotch is to wrap a piece of elastic or ribbon around your waist (where you want the shorts to sit) without the waistband. &nbsp;Measure using the tape from the front to the back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will need to increase the crotch to accommodate a larger tummy.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"338\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-6-500x338.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36428 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-6-500x338.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-6-300x203.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-6-768x520.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-6-150x101.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-6.jpg 1472w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/338;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"338\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-6-500x338.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36428\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-6-500x338.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-6-300x203.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-6-768x520.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-6-150x101.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-6.jpg 1472w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><br>Cut the pattern in half and tape the top part to a large piece of paper. \u00a0Slide the bottom part to the amount you need according to your body measurements. \u00a0For example, if you need to increase by 4&#8243; divide this amount in 2 (front and back).<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"353\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Sjpg-500x353.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36429 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Sjpg-500x353.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Sjpg-300x212.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Sjpg-768x542.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Sjpg-150x106.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Sjpg.jpg 1472w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/353;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"353\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Sjpg-500x353.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36429\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Sjpg-500x353.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Sjpg-300x212.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Sjpg-768x542.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Sjpg-150x106.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Sjpg.jpg 1472w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><br>Retrace the new lines and lower the crotch line 1 &#8221; down.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"330\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-4-2-500x330.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36431 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-4-2-500x330.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-4-2-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-4-2-768x507.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-4-2-1536x1014.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-4-2-2048x1352.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-4-2-150x99.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/330;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"330\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-4-2-500x330.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36431\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-4-2-500x330.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-4-2-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-4-2-768x507.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-4-2-1536x1014.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-4-2-2048x1352.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-4-2-150x99.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Repeat this procedure\u00a0on the front part. \u00a0However, because we have a slant pocket you will need to increase the top of the pocket so it will be the same size as the front. \u00a0Do notice the pockets already have a 5\/8&#8243; seam allowance.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"304\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/pockets-500x304.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36618 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/pockets-500x304.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/pockets-300x182.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/pockets-768x467.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/pockets-150x91.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/pockets.jpg 1531w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/304;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"304\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/pockets-500x304.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36618\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/pockets-500x304.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/pockets-300x182.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/pockets-768x467.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/pockets-150x91.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/pockets.jpg 1531w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">How to increase the waist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The following procedure is to increase the waist up to 6&#8243;. &nbsp;Divide&nbsp;the measurement you need in four. &nbsp;Mark the pattern with the amount you need on each side of the pattern.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use the first line to use it to pivot the pattern using an awl or a pin.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"292\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-8-500x292.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36432 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-8-500x292.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-8-300x175.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-8-768x448.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-8-1536x897.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-8-150x88.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-8.jpg 1764w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/292;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"292\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-8-500x292.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36432\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-8-500x292.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-8-300x175.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-8-768x448.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-8-1536x897.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-8-150x88.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-8.jpg 1764w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Retrace the new pattern. \u00a0This way you increase the waist, not the leg size.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">How to decrease the width of the thighs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The crotch is too large and the legs are too wide? \u00a0The following will reduce the width of the shorts up to 5 .5&#8243; at the thigh and 2&#8243; off the crotch, in total. \u00a0Adjust this according to your needs. \u00a0The simplest way is to reduce the crotch by cutting away more in the back than the front. \u00a0Trace the amount you need to cut away. \u00a0The back is always wider than the front and you can reduce it to be just 1&#8243; bigger than the\u00a0front. \u00a0 Warning: \u00a0keep in mind this will reduce the crotch.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"351\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/reduce-500x351.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36653 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/reduce-500x351.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/reduce-300x211.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/reduce-150x105.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/reduce.jpg 712w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/351;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"351\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/reduce-500x351.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36653\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/reduce-500x351.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/reduce-300x211.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/reduce-150x105.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/reduce.jpg 712w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>There is an advanced method to reduce the width of the pattern at the legs, folding the pleats all the way down and adding them back on. \u00a0This technique is best used after you have done the mock-up Because you need to know how the walking shorts fit on your body first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">Please note!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you cut the mock-up eliminate the hem from the pattern. \u00a0We will add it back again and we true up the pattern.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Add seam allowance to the pattern. &nbsp;On a woven project, 5\/8&#8243; is the best, because it allows you to make alterations to the finished project if you need to. &nbsp;However, if you have already made alterations to your pattern use a 3\/8&#8243; seam allowance. &nbsp; &nbsp;I'd recommend using an inexpensive fabric to make the first mockup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">How to make the shorts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The first thing you need to do is to wash and dry the fabric. &nbsp;Iron and cut the fabric. &nbsp;Attach <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/l\/fusible_interfacing\" title=\"Fusible Interfacing\" class=\"pretty-link-keyword\">fusible interfacing<\/a> to the zipper facing and the opening of the front pockets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">Step One: Sew the back dart<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sew the two darts at the back and press them using a pressing ham toward the center back.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/fold-to-the-back-center-1-500x375.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36422 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/fold-to-the-back-center-1-500x375.png 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/fold-to-the-back-center-1-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/fold-to-the-back-center-1-150x113.png 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/fold-to-the-back-center-1.png 600w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/375;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/fold-to-the-back-center-1-500x375.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36422\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/fold-to-the-back-center-1-500x375.png 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/fold-to-the-back-center-1-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/fold-to-the-back-center-1-150x113.png 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/fold-to-the-back-center-1.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">Fitting the back\u00a0darts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When you try your first mock-up you might find the darts a little too short or have a dimple at the end. .&nbsp;. if this is your case, you will need to lengthen the darts by 1\/2&#8243; to 1&#8243; longer depending on your body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">Step Two: &nbsp;Sew the patch pockets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow this tutorial for a <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/unlined-patch-pocket-tutorial\/\" target=\"_blank\">perfect patch pocket<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"307\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-4-500x307.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36418 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-4-500x307.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-4-300x184.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-4-768x471.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-4-1536x943.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-4-2048x1257.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-4-150x92.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/307;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"307\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-4-500x307.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36418\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-4-500x307.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-4-300x184.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-4-768x471.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-4-1536x943.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-4-2048x1257.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-4-150x92.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4436-1-500x333.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36419 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4436-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4436-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4436-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4436-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4436-1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4436-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/333;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4436-1-500x333.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36419\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4436-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4436-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4436-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4436-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4436-1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/IMG_4436-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>I hope you enjoyed this first part of our three-part sew-along for making this walking shorts pattern. \u00a0If you have any questions about fitting, please leave them in the comments below and I'll be sure to answer them. The whole series is now complete, so just follow the button below or the link <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/how-to-sew-slant-pocket\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"36413\">here<\/a> to continue. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>See you there, And Until next time and happy sewing!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Walking Shorts Sew Along &#8211;Part Two: Slant Pocket and Zipper<\/h1>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/how-to-sew-slant-pocket\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"434\" height=\"650\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/part-2-feature-image-434x650.jpg\" alt=\"walking shorts\" class=\"wp-image-36741 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/part-2-feature-image-434x650.jpg 434w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/part-2-feature-image-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/part-2-feature-image-100x150.jpg 100w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/part-2-feature-image.jpg 735w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 434px) 100vw, 434px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 434px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 434\/650;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"434\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/part-2-feature-image-434x650.jpg\" alt=\"walking shorts\" class=\"wp-image-36741\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/part-2-feature-image-434x650.jpg 434w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/part-2-feature-image-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/part-2-feature-image-100x150.jpg 100w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/part-2-feature-image.jpg 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 434px) 100vw, 434px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href='https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/how-to-sew-slant-pocket\/' class='big-button bigteal' target=\"_blank\">Go to Part 2 Now<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h2>If You'd Like To Support Our Site<\/h2>\r\nIf you want to help us continue to bring you a wide selection of <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/free-sewing-patterns\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">free sewing patterns<\/a> and projects, please consider buying us a coffee.\u00a0 We'd really, really appreciate it.\r\n\r\n<center><div class=\"ko-fi-button\" data-text=\"Buy me a coffee!\" data-color=\"#ff5f5f\" data-code=\"\" id=\"kofiShortcode60Html\" style=\"float: none; text-align: left;\"><\/div><\/center>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We&#8217;ve had so many requests for this over the last few weeks. &nbsp;This walking shorts pattern is the perfect opportunity for you guys to make the shorts many of you requested after we published&nbsp;a compilation of shorts for women and children a few weeks ago. &nbsp;In that post, there were \u2026 <a class=\"continue-reading-link\" href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/walking-shorts-pattern-tutorial-sew-along\/\"> Continue reading <span class=\"meta-nav\">&rarr; <\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":308,"featured_media":36474,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":"","wds_primary_category":170},"categories":[170,62,4],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/36385"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/308"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=36385"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/36385\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":79995,"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/36385\/revisions\/79995"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/36474"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=36385"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=36385"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=36385"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}