I bought this Robert Kaufmann chambray a couple years ago planning to make a shirtdress. Well, I totally botched the top - this is back when I was doing every narrow shoulder adjustment wrong - and it didn't fit at all. It got stashed in my UFO pile and I was filled with regret every time I saw it.
When I saw the testing call for these pants I decided this would be the perfect way to get this chambray out of my UFO pile. The Linen Loungers by Patterns for Pirates are great in lightweight fabrics with drape. The designer recommends linen, linen blends, rayon, chambray and crepe.
I made the bermuda length shorts with front slat pockets and I added some vintage lace trim.
I normally make an XS, graded out to a M. I didn't know until I'd already made them, that there is no need to grade to a bigger size at the waist. This design is already roomy in the hips and waist (it has to be so that you can get the fabric over your booty). Go by your hip size and simply cut your elastic for your waist size.
I also wanted to mention that the ease in the hips was slimmed down slightly later in the testing process.
These shorts are super comfy! I've been wearing them around the house and to bed. Maybe I will plan some more projects with lightweight wovens. They are so nice to wear in the heat!
