Buy the M8057 shorts and trousers sewing pattern from McCall’s. It’s perfect for an advanced beginner dressmaker. These shorts and tapered or straight-leg trousers (below waist) have an elastic waist. A, B, C: Loose-fitting through the hips, side pockets. D, E, F: Semi-fitted through the hips.

This sewing pattern is available to buy in the following format:

- PAPER (next working day dispatch on orders and FREE UK delivery over £50)

Suggested fabrics: Challis, crepe, gauze, linen.

Sizing: Y (XS-S-M), ZZ (L-XL-XXL), approx. UK sizes Y (4 – 10), ZZ (12 – 24). Please check the size chart and finished garment measurements.

Notions: 3/8" (10 mm) elastic: 3 5/8 yds. (3.4 m) for sizes XS-M, 4 1/2 yds. (4.2 m) for sizes L-XXL.

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