The Joy Bubble Shorts & Skirt includes two options of skirts and two options of shorts in one pattern! You can combine textures and colors of fabrics as you like. Step by step instructions make it easy to sew any of the options. The upper has a form-fitting silhouette with two front pockets, with or without bib. There is a patch pocket on the bib. The elasticated waistband makes it easy to take off and put on the shorts or skirt. The lower part is gathered and ends with a cuff. You will be able to create countless casual outfits with four options of Joy Bubble Shorts & Skirt. For example, these shorts & skirts are perfect for pairing with Flutter-Sleeve Top or the Joy Drawstring Tee, as shown on the cover image. Also works great with the Joy Blouse, Joy Tee, or Joy Dress - check these pattern out in the Doll Joy collection. Delight your doll with a stylish new outfit.
This PDF pattern fits 18" dolls such as American Girl®
Recommended Fabrics: Lightweight woven fabrics like quilting fabric, chambray, cotton corduroy.
Supplies Needed:
Option 1:
- 1/8, yard of woven fabric;
- 2 ½'' x 20'' piece of lightweight woven fabric for facing;
- thread to match;
- 6" (width 3/8") elastic;
- 1 button;
- a piece of cardstock 2'' x 7'' (or equivalent weight paper).
Option 2:
- 5'' x 44'' piece of woven fabric or ¼ yard of woven fabric;
- 4'' x 16'' piece of lightweight woven fabric for facing;
- contrast thread or thread to match;
- 5 ½" (width 3/8") elastic;
- 2 snap fasteners;
- 2 buttons;
- 17'' (width 3/8") twill tape for shoulder straps;
- a piece of cardstock 2'' x 7'' (or equivalent weight paper).
Option 3:
- 1/8, yard of chambray;
- 5½'' x 35'' piece of quilting fabric;
- contrast thread or thread to match;
- 5½" (width 3/8") elastic;
- 2 snap fasteners;
- 2 buttons;
- a piece of cardstock 2'' x 7'' (or equivalent weight paper).
Option 4:
- 1/8, yard of woven fabric;
- 2 ½'' x 20'' piece of lightweight woven fabric for facing;
- thread to match;
- 5½" (width 3/8") elastic;
- 1 button;
- a piece of cardstock 2'' x 7'' (or equivalent weight paper).
Skill Level: Intermediate
What You Get: One 55 page sewing pattern that you digitally download as a PDF file so you can start your project immediately! The PDF sewing pattern provides full color step-by-step illustrated instructions and full size pattern pieces. A PDF reader is required to view and print the files (example: Adobe Reader or Preview for MAC). The download link is received immediately after the transaction is complete. Print copies are NOT available to purchase.
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