Enter shorts measurements

Choose a shorts preset and adjust the body, length, ease, and construction settings.

Calculated draft

This shorts pattern is a calculated base draft based on the measurements and settings you enter.

Always sew a test garment, check crotch depth, seat fit, waist position, thigh comfort, and leg opening before cutting final fabric.

Choose shorts type

Waist

Hips

Outseam

Inseam

Rise

Thigh circumference

Hem circumference

Construction settings

Waist darts

Hip ease

Waist ease

Finished waistband width

Seam allowance

Hem allowance

Back

Measurement guide

Measure where the waistband should sit, not necessarily the narrowest body point.

Measure around the fullest part of the hips and seat.

Use the vertical distance from waist level to crotch level for the basic block.

Measure from crotch level to the desired shorts hem.

Use finished circumference targets for the leg opening and shorts shape.

Increase ease for relaxed or culotte fits; reduce cautiously only after a test garment.