Banded Mini Shorts Sewing Pattern PDF for Stretch Fabrics

$15.99 $8.00

Sew your own fitted banded mini shorts with this beginner-friendly PDF sewing pattern designed for stretch fabrics with good recovery. This hip-hugger style features a clean banded waistband and banded leg openings, making it perfect for sporty looks, costume builds, or color-blocked designs using your favorite team colors.

The band measurements for the waist and legs are printed directly on the pattern pieces—no separate pattern pieces are needed for the bands. This pattern is sized XS–L, includes one coverage option, and is formatted for easy at-home printing. A great project for confident beginners who want a customizable, polished short with minimal pieces.

Fabric Yardage
½ yard of stretch fabric, 58–60″ wide
Optional: same stretch fabric for front lining

✨ Includes
• Sizes XS–L
• Hip-hugger mini short fit
• One coverage option
• Band measurements printed on pattern (no separate band pieces)
• US Letter print format (8.5″ × 11″)
• US & Metric test squares
• Color-coded layers by size

🧵 What You Will Need
• ½ yard nylon spandex or stretch fabric with good recovery
• Optional front lining (same stretch as main fabric)
• Matching thread
• Home sewing machine with stretch stitch
• Serger recommended or zigzag stitch
• Coverstitch machine optional for finishing

🧵 Assembly (Shortened Instructions)
• Sew back seam with right sides together using a ¼” serger stitch
• Attach optional lining to front and sew side seams
• Sew crotch seam
• Sew waistband short ends, fold lengthwise, and attach to shorts with slight stretch
• Sew leg band short ends, fold lengthwise, and attach to leg openings with gentle tension
• Optional: finish seams with coverstitch or zigzag
Full detailed instructions are included in the PDF.

💻 Digital Download
This is a digital PDF sewing pattern available for instant download after purchase. No physical items will be shipped.

🎥 Sewing Tutorial
Quickie tutorial available on YouTube

👀 Pair with a Matching Micro Top sewing pattern

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