https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/lace-shorts • Posted by moonofsilver
I spent all morning working on this tutorial, and I LOVE the results! These shorts are just a tiny bit hard to make, so pay attention dear crafty sisters. You start out with some pre-made shorts (or cutoff pants), and that means you have to maneuver around the pockets (I sewed mine shut a few times) and, of course, the front and back panels. Keep that in mind while sewing! I ended up just hand-basting the lace over the pockets, because my sewing machine does not bend. (you'll see what I mean if you keep reading)
I spent all morning working on this tutorial, and I LOVE the results! These shorts are just a tiny bit hard to make, so pay attention dear crafty sisters. You start out with some pre-made shorts (or cutoff pants), and that means you have to maneuver around the pockets (I sewed mine shut a few times) and, of course, the front and back panels. Keep that in mind while sewing! I ended up just hand-basting the lace over the pockets, because my sewing machine does not bend. (you'll see what I mean if you keep reading)
Cut off some old/worn/ripped and thrifted jeans into cute shorts, at whatever length you desire.
Lay a piece of lace over one side. Pin it into place, and lightly cut out the shape your shorts. You do not have to be exact, because we can always trim after sewing it on.
Begin sewing at the top. I used a straight stitch for these shorts. If your sewing machine is anything like mine, you will have trouble getting the thick part of the pants under the needle. Just keep working with it! WARNING: DON'T SEW OVER THE POCKET! YOU WILL SEW THE POCKET CLOSED (haha, I did that...<_<) I hand-sewed the tiny bit of lace over the pocket at the end.
Starting from the bottom of the shorts, sew up each side, following the seam. Once again, be carful you are not sewing the top of the shorts to the bottom as you sew the lace on. (>_<)
We are half-way done! Now, lay another piece of lace on the OTHER side, line it up with side one, and repeat from step two.
Now, take a needle and thread and lightly hand-baste around the top of your shorts near the pockets (unless your sewing machine folds, and is magically able to sew pockets).
this is how i styled my new shorts! Go to my websight at ruthography.blogspot.com for more awesome tutorials and sewing tips!